Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky said in a written statement that the city’s police department is prepared to keep the peace at the “No Kings” protests planned for Saturday morning.

“The right of citizens to peacefully assemble and protest is guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution and part of our nation’s political tradition,” Borowsky said.” However, the City of Scottsdale will not tolerate mob violence, theft, destruction of property, attacks on law enforcement or other disorderly activities that endanger our community.

“Public safety is non-negotiable. I am in regular communication with Chief (Joe) LeDuc and have full faith and confidence in Scottsdale PD’s level of preparedness and their commitment to take whatever steps are necessary to protect our community.”