The election for Scottsdale City Council is underway, and, as a candidate, I am committed to keeping Scottsdale prosperous and one of the lowest-taxed cities in the valley. I want this for you and for my own family. While collecting signatures to place my name on the ballot, the message I heard from residents became clear. Voters love the amenities and quality of life … Read More
Paradise Valley’s Former Elected Leaders Agree: Re-Elect Mayor Jerry Bien-Willner
By Mayor Jerry Bien-Willner Dear Fellow Paradise Valley Resident: I’m pleased to have the support of all the past Mayors of Paradise Valley who are active in Town affairs. Today, I am honored to share a recent video in support of my re-election from our dear friends and long-time Paradise Valley residents and public servants, former Paradise Valley Mayor Ed Lowry and former Paradise Valley First Lady Patsy Lowry: In the … Read More
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