By Anna Thomasson | Point of View
Thank you, Arizona Digital Free Press, for being an alternative news source for voters in Paradise Valley. Thank you to my fellow candidates for their civility and respect during this mayoral race.
Despite efforts from others, the three of us have taken the high road and demonstrated that Paradise Valley is special in so many ways, including our commitment to election civility.
I believe I am best qualified to be mayor of Paradise Valley because I will make serving Paradise Valley my first priority, without any conflict of my focus, and I have proven I will work exceptionally hard to listen to residents, engage with staff, and continue to build my relationships with other elected officials.
Thirty years working at the highest levels in corporate America have given me the skills and experience to take a position on key issues and push back in a constructive way when needed. Although I am highly collaborative and work towards solution, I’m not afraid to have an opinion and work hard to get to a mutually agreeable solution. I don’t just say yes to get along.
I am passionate about keeping our community safe, preserving our 1-acre zoning, and managing our town with as little government interference as possible. I’ve heard from many residents who specifically moved to Paradise Valley, not only for our beauty, but also for our values.
As mayor, you will find me consistently working to protect the low-density, limited government values our founders worked hard to create.
I would be honored to have your vote for mayor.
Editor’s Note: Anna Thomasson is a member of Paradise Valley Town Council in pursuit of the mayor’s seat this election cycle.
