The Scottsdale City Council took the first step during its Jan. 23 meeting toward what could be an increase in how much money the city can spend every year, which, in turn, could lead to a tax increase.
The council voted unanimously to create a policy that requires the council review where the city stands in relation to the state expenditure limit every five years or whenever the city reaches 90% of the limit. The city currently stands at 94% of state expenditure limit.
Mayor David Ortega pointed out that what the council passed is just a first step that requires the council review the situation regularly.
