As we put a very challenging 2020 behind us, it is important for us to look ahead to the promise 2021 holds. This is equally true for the Mesa City Council.
As we begin the new year, we have now officially sat the City Council for 2021 and welcome in a new colleague, Councilmember Julie Spilsbury, who represents District 2. Councilmember Spilsbury brings a fresh, new perspective to our Council and I think we will all benefit from her experience and her passion for the City of Mesa. It is vital that the City Council work in concert to help bring projects and programs that improve the quality of life for all our residents. As such, I am excited to welcome Councilmember Spilsbury, and I look forward to working alongside her.
It is an invigorating time for our City, as many great projects are currently underway with many more on the horizon. The challenges of this past year did not hinder the economic growth taking place in Northeast Mesa, especially within the Falcon District.
I have worked with the Office of Economic Development to ensure District 5
is at the top of the list for any business looking to expand or relocate. We are already home to many nationally known companies, and we have plenty of opportunities to add to our already impressive portfolio.
One of the things that makes Mesa so unique compared to other cities is our footprint. At 100 square miles, Mesa has many different neighborhoods and areas, all working in harmony to create a great city to live, work and play in.
As I enter the final two years of my service to the City, I am looking ahead to what I, alongside my fellow members on Council, can accomplish. As local elected officials, it is important that you, our residents, know that we represent you on matters that impact your everyday life. Therefore, as I begin to plan the next few years, I would like to hear more from you, my fellow District 5 neighbors, on how I can best represent you on the Mesa City Council.
Your suggestions are extremely valued and always welcomed. I look forward to hearing your thoughts, recommendations, and concerns. If I can ever be of service to you or if you wish to speak with me, I can be reached via email at district5@mesaaz.gov, or by phone at (480) 644-3771.