I’m John Washington. I am first and foremost a resident and citizen of Scottsdale. My family and I live in the Peaceful Valley neighborhood in Downtown Scottsdale We love Scottsdale because of the sense of community; our wonderful neighbors; the low-density, low-scale, suburban character; and easy access to city amenities.

I am running for mayor because I am committed to protecting, nurturing, and enhancing the qualities that make Scottsdale unique in all the world. These qualities afford us a reasonable cost of living along with great public services and public amenities. However, our community is facing very real economic and development challenges.

Effective city government must be open and responsive. Leaders and staff must respect the citizens by reaching out to them early, sincerely, and with full honesty. They must fully involve the citizens in major decisions affecting the community. They should welcome citizen concerns and input, rather than ridiculing them. The citizens are the ultimate customers of city leadership, and they are the ultimate “bosses,” as well.

My goal is to restore respect, honesty, and trust to the partnership between Scottsdale’s citizens and their elected representatives. It is the only way we can pass on to our children a sustainable community where they can enjoy an ever-improving quality of life.

Contact me at Washington4Scottsdale@gmail.com or 480.229.1831