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Now that the city of Phoenix redistricting process is complete, it is my good fortune to represent the neighborhoods of North Central Phoenix. North Central is an integral part of Phoenix's history and the community has been well represented at City Hall for many years. I plan to continue that tradition.
My job as your councilman is to be your advocate at City Hall to protect and improve our quality of life. I have served on the City Council for three years with my friend, Councilman Phil Gordon, and I will continue his great advocacy on behalf of North Central. My priorities are protecting neighborhoods from cut-through traffic and inappropriate commercial encroachment, increased police and fire services, improving the city's education partnerships with our local schools and promoting long-term, sustainable economic growth.
As for my personal background, I grew up in Phoenix and attended local public schools. After high school I graduated from Marquette University and University of Michigan Law School. After law school I came back to Phoenix to practice education law and get active in our community. I have been active in neighborhood preservation for many years prior to serving on the City Council, including serving on two village planning committees.
Among many other community activities, I volunteer my time as a Valley Big Brother. I am honored to have been named the 2002 Valley Big Brother of the Year. I serve on the board of directors for Valley Big Brothers/Big Sisters Association, Make-A-Difference, Arizona Voice for Crime Victims and the Rodel Education Foundation.
As for my City Council activities, I pride myself on being a consensus builder, and I appreciate the vote of confidence my City Council colleagues recently gave me by selecting me to serve as vice mayor for 2003. I chair the City Council's Education and Youth Subcommittee, and serve as a member of the City Council subcommittees overseeing public safety, neighborhood protection and open space preservation.
My passion for education led me to create the Graduate Phoenix Task Force, which focuses on dropout prevention and recovery. I believe that we must improve the dropout rate in our community in order to have the long-term economic vitality and quality of life that we should expect and deserve. Additionally, I worked closely with ASU, U of A, NAU, and Maricopa Community Colleges in developing a downtown college campus. My vision for economic growth also earned me a leadership role in recruiting to Phoenix the headquarters of the International Genomics Consortium and Translational Genomics Research Institute. This effort will bring good jobs and good wages to our community and will pay great dividends to our local economy well into the future.
Neighborhood treasures such as the Murphy Bridle Path are what make this area unique. In December I met with the board members of the North Central Homeowners Association and I continue to be impressed with the commitment shown by residents in this area to fight for the preservation of our community. I also appreciate the hard work of the North Central Special Planning District committee members. This special planning district will ensure that North Central properties maintain their current residential character.
The best ideas for the future of Phoenix come from our neighbors, and it is important to me to meet with you individually to discuss issues in our neighborhoods. I have already held numerous town halls and will continue to do so throughout my tenure. My staff and I will work hard to ensure our common vision is fulfilled and I encourage you to call my office at 602-262-7491 or send e-mail to greg.stanton@phoenix.gov. I look forward to meeting you.
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