Former Paradise Valley Mayors LeMarr and Parker: Mayor Bien-Willner Deserves Our Thanks — and Another Term

By Mayor Jerry Bien-Willner Dear Friends, I wanted to share with you this guest column in the Town of Paradise Valley Independent written by former mayors Scott LeMarr and Vernon Parker. I’m proud to have their support and appreciate their kind words. By Scott LeMarr and Vernon Parker, former Mayors of Paradise Valley As former mayors of the Town of Paradise Valley, we … Read More

FIGHTING BACK: New Steps Taken to Stop Negative Impacts of Short-Term Rentals

Dear Friends, Last week, the Paradise Valley Town Council took a key step in the fight against the negative impacts of short-term rentals. I wanted to share with you the Town’s press release regarding these important new measures. ———— The Paradise Valley Town Council has unanimously passed a series of amendments to the Town’s code to better protect the health … Read More

Massive Water Rate Increases Avoided for Paradise Valley Customers

Dear Friends, Earlier today, I made final arguments for the Town at the Arizona Corporation Commission hearing on proposed rate increases for EPCOR water customers in Paradise Valley. I am very pleased to report that for the second time during my service as Mayor, the Town has achieved the excellent result of avoiding huge, sudden increases in water rates.  More details to be … Read More

There’s More Work to Complete, With Your Ongoing Support

Dear Friends, I am writing to ask for your continued support as I work to preserve Paradise Valley’s status as Arizona’s premiere residential community. I am beginning my campaign for a renewed two-year mayoral term, and I would like to share my aspirations and my plans for our Town. The past two years have been a challenge for everyone, but I … Read More

It’s Time…

Dear Friends, I am excited to announce I am running to serve as your State House Representative in the new LD4, which includes a good portion of LD28 (east of the 51 and all of Paradise Valley) and parts of the old LD15 and LD23. I am truly inspired by the strength of our community over the last few years … Read More

House GOP Leader McCarthy Endorses Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06)

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy announced today he is endorsing Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) for U.S. Congress. Arizona’s new 6th congressional district spans 6 counties in Southern Arizona and one of only two congressional districts in Arizona to include the U.S.-Mexico border. Our district is a critical, key battleground seat we must flip in 2022 to ensure we take back the House!  “Juan Ciscomani is a conservative … Read More

NEW SURVEY: No Majority Support in AZ for $3.5 Trillion Reconciliation

From Data Orbital Data Orbital is pleased to announce the results of its latest statewide, live-caller survey of registered voters. The survey was conducted from September 30th to October 1st. The survey focused on voters’ views of the proposed $3.5 trillion budget reconciliation bill and sought to gauge their position on the overall size of the spending package. The $3.5 … Read More

Shawnna Bolick Statement on Maricopa County Audit Results

By Arizona Representative Shawnna Bolick Today, after nine months of waiting for the report on the Arizona Senate’s audit of Maricopa County, Arizona voters got answers – and more questions. One thing was clear from the report. There are gaps and loopholes in Arizona’s election laws. These gaps must be filled and Arizona’s election laws must be brought to an … Read More