Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky announced on Mar. 11 that the city’s sales-tax revenues are exceeding projections for the second quarter of the fiscal year, according to a recent update from the City Treasurer’s Office.
The latest financial data shows General Fund revenues running 5% above budget, with local sales taxes up by 4%. This includes a $3.2 million increase attributed to stronger-than-expected activity in major economic sectors. Total collections from Scottsdale’s 1.1% sales-tax rate are now 4% ahead of midyear projections, which Borowsky said reinforces Scottsdale’s reputation as one of Arizona’s most stable municipal economies.
“Scottsdale isn’t just holding steady — we are accelerating,” Borowsky said. “When you see sales‑tax growth like this across construction, dining, entertainment, and other key sectors, it tells a clear story: residents and visitors believe in this city. Our businesses are thriving, our amenities are in demand, and Scottsdale continues to shine as a premiere destination to live, work, and invest.”
The City Treasurer’s report also noted that General Fund expenditures are coming in 4% below budget due to personnel savings and timing in commodities and capital purchasing. Major capital projects such as the Thompson Peak Parkway Bridge over Reata Wash, water-campus infrastructure improvements, Scottsdale Road upgrades, and Fire Station 606 renovation continue with stable funding and no identified risks for the quarter.
Borowsky said these results reflect responsible governance at City Hall: “This is what responsible governance looks like,” she said. “We’re bringing in more revenue than expected, we’re spending less than planned, and we’re delivering major capital projects without jeopardizing the long‑term stability of the General Fund. Scottsdale residents deserve nothing less.”
Borowsky has supported community service initiatives for children, older adults, and underprivileged youth through board roles according to the official website. The mayor’s office has also emphasized resident engagement through updates and reports according to the official website. Borowsky currently serves as mayor of Scottsdale according to the official website after previously serving on the City Council from 2008 to 2012 where she advocated for fiscal conservatism and budget improvements according to the official website. She has maintained lifelong residency in Scottsdale according to the official website.
“This momentum isn’t accidental,” Borowsky said. “It’s the result of thoughtful planning, strategic investment, and a community that consistently chooses excellence. These numbers give us a mandate to keep moving forward — boldly, confidently, and with an unwavering commitment to Scottsdale’s future.”
