Four of Phoenix’s eight City Council members are up for re-election on Aug. 29, and early ballots are either in mailboxes or on the way. The only district where the incumbent faces a challenger is the 6th, where Sal DiCiccio defends his seat against Kevin Patterson.

DiCiccio is known for being one of the more conservative — and opinionated — members of council, where he has served since 2009.

We spoke with DiCiccio and Patterson about the city’s budget and their other priorities.