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Thanks to residents for trusting me to represent District 7 on the Phoenix City Council. I'm proud to serve.
I reside, work, and vote in District 7. Our family has lived in the district for more than twenty years. My employment history consists of nonprofit work ranging from engaging community partners and assisting people to find their power to make positive change; meeting their needs, leading anti-hate advocacy and monitoring extremism, speaking out against hate crimes and incidents; and co-creating and developing leadership development programs.
My experience also includes serving as a Special Assistant to former U.S. Senator Dennis DeConcini in the areas of civil and human rights, religious freedoms, Hispanic and Native American Affairs, and constituent services with federal agencies. Born and raised in Arizona’s Copper Corridor is where I served as Mayor for the Town of Hayden. Prior to this nonpartisan elected role, I was a councilmember and wrote measures varying from an anti-discrimination policy, a paid Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday, and an ordinance to directly elect the mayor. Additionally, I served one term as vice mayor. During various terms, I was the council liaison for the town’s office of administration, public library, and association of governments representative.
In September, I'll serve on the Phoenix City Council Subcommittee for Transportation, Infrastructure and Planning.
MY PLEDGES
As your District 7 City Councilmember, I pledge to
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COMMITMENT TO FINISH TERM
I have no intention using my service on council to jump start a political career. The only campaign I'm interested in is helping the hard working people of District 7.
02
DONATE COUNCIL SALARY
The salary earned from serving on council will be donated to local nonprofits (except for my employer) in District 7.
03
KEEP OFFICE NONPARTISAN
To protect and maintain the nonpartisan status of the district council office. I will serve every resident without regard or favor of political affiliation or party rank.
ENDORSEMENTS
ISSUES
As your District 7 City Councilmember, I will continue my work on:
Heat Resiliency/Parks & Recreation
Supporting increased access to chilled water stations in public parks and spaces.
Public Safety
Supporting firefighters with needed resources to save lives especially during the summer heat, promoting accountability, communication and training for Phoenix PD
Homelessness
Working with the Office of Homeless Solutions to support respite centers to save lives, supported ordinance to prohibit camping 500 feet from parks, schools, and daycare
Healthcare
Supporting reproductive healthcare for women.
Public Transit
Supporting dedicated funds for transportation and transit projects.
IN THE NEWS
Follow our campaign as we make a difference in District 7!
Councilman Galindo-Elvira Announces $3,000 Donation from Fry's Food Stores to Help Firefighters Treat Heat Illness
Phoenix District 7 Councilman Carlos Galindo-Elvira is excited to announce Fry’s Food Stores has generously donated $3,000 worth of gift cards to help purchase ice for their fast-cooling method.
The fast-cooling method is used when a patient's temperature surpasses 104 degrees, and they present altered mental status. Once the patient is fully immersed in the cooling bag, which is filled with ice, firefighter-paramedics constantly reevaluate vital signs including their temperature. The patient is removed from the bag when their temperature drops to 101 degrees. This method has been proven to be effective in treating heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke and exhaustion.
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Hayden alum serves on Phoenix City Council
Carlos Galindo-Elvira, a Hayden High School Alumni and former Mayor of Hayden, was recently appointed to the Phoenix City Council. Carlos applied for the position and was selected after a vetting process conducted by the Phoenix City Council. Carlos accepted the position and, immediately following his swearing in April, got to work for District 7 in Phoenix.
Carlos explained that while his appointment is requiring an election to finish out the term vacated by former City of Phoenix Vice Mayor Yassamin Ansarri. She resigned to run for the United States Congress. Carlos does not plan to run for official election to the seat.
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Featured in Article: Senator's controversial posts of song lyrics linked to Nazis continue to attract rebuke
Arizona Sen. Wendy Rogers issued a rare pushback to critics after tweeting a phrase strongly associated with Nazis in promotion of victories by a German anti-immigrant party.
"Deutschland, Deutschland, über alles!" she wrote in two posts late at night Sept. 1, decorating the text with musical notes. Translating to "Germany, Germany, above all," the phrase was banished from the German national anthem after World War II because of its association with the Nazi regime.
Featured in Article: Phoenix honors ASU Maryvale Youth Leadership Program with Civic Engagement Award
An Arizona State University-based youth leadership training program serving the west Phoenix neighborhood of Maryvale received the city of Phoenix’s District 7 Civic Engagement Award at a Sept. 7 ceremony.
The Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions-based Design Studio for Community Solutions (DSCS) developed the Maryvale Youth Leadership Program (YLP) in collaboration with the Phoenix Neighborhood Services Department, local high school students, community partners, governmental agencies and residents.
Featured in Article: Deciding Phoenix City Council District 7: Bridgeman, Galindo-Elvira, Hernandez, Nowakowski, Quiñonez
Residents will vote in two races: a special vacancy election to choose a member to serve until April 2025, and a regular election to choose a member to serve a permanent four-year term starting in April 2025. Some candidates are running in both elections.
The two elections are required because former Councilwoman Yassamin Ansari resigned to run for Congress. At that time, the council appointed a temporary replacement.
To win a seat, a candidate must garner more than 50% of the vote. If there is no clear winner, a run-off election will be held in March 2025 for the top two candidates with the most votes.
Featured in Article: Phoenix District 7 voters' guide to the 2024 City Council candidates.
Phoenix voters who live in parts of downtown and the southwest portion of the city that make up District 7 will see the most competitive City Council race on the ballot this November.
Voters will cast two votes for who should represent the district: A vote for the "special vacancy election" and the "regular election." The winner of the special election will represent District 7 through April 2025, and the winner of the regular will represent District 7 for a permanent, 4-year term starting in April 2024.
District 7 voters will also cast a vote in the mayoral race and weigh in on Propositions 487, 488 and 489, which deal with the city budget, how the city should develop into the future and council pay.
Rainbow crosswalk in downtown Phoenix refurbished ahead of Phoenix Pride Festival
Rainbow flags are set to wave in the air this weekend with the Phoenix Pride Festival.
However, there will also be a colorful Pride flag on the ground.
Although the rainbow crosswalk near Portland Street and Central Avenue has been around for a while, it’s been officially refurbished as of Thursday morning.
A new member of the Phoenix City Council, Carlos Galindo-Elvira, spearheaded the project.
“As I was going throughout District 7, I noticed that it was looking shabby,” he told KTAR News 92.3 FM. “We thought, ‘Let’s do it before Pride weekend because we know there’s gonna be people coming up and down on the light rail.”
“Carlos Galindo-Elvira, our current D7 councilman, has prioritized residents during his tenure, and I proudly endorse him for the November 5th special election to fulfill the remainder of my term. Carlos takes pride in connecting residents with city assistance and programs - and in a city that serves over 1.7 million people, we need leaders who make the first move to contact residents.”
Yassamin Ansari
former Phoenix Vice Mayor
and District 7 City Councilwoman
“I am thrilled to support Councilman Carlos Galindo-Elivra for the special vacancy election for City Council. He's a longtime leader in our community. On the City Council, he's been an effective voice for those he serves. He's exactly the kind of person we want fighting for us.”
Kate Gallego
Mayor of Phoenix
"Carlos Galindo-Elvira hit the ground running right after his council appointment to find solutions for unhoused persons; an issue near and dear to my heart. He reached out immediately and committed to look for opportunities to partner together. We need someone that responds and follows through on important issues such as this. Carlos knows the importance of working together for the common good."
Catherine Miranda
Arizona State Senator
"Carlos Galindo-Elvira is a leader who brings the values of caring for community and respect for all. Carlos understands the assignment: move forward and do good for District 7 families."
Anna Tovar, Commissioner
Arizona Corporation Commission
"Carlos Galindo-Elvira has a strong history of working, supporting, and standing up for people—no matter their background—to create positive change. As a Phoenix councilman, he brings that experience and energy to lead for all. In short, Carlos is a good man."
Adrian Fontes
Arizona Secretary of State
“ … Your dedication to fighting for fair wages, safe working conditions, and equality for all residents resonates with our members, who are the backbone of our city. Your strong advocacy for labor rights and your passion for creating a more just and inclusive city make you the right choice for the City of Phoenix. We trust in your leadership, integrity, and vision for a better future for all residents. We are confident that with your leadership, Phoenix will become a more equitable and prosperous city for everyone…”
Michael S. Dea
LiUNA! Local No. 1184
“From day one, Councilman Carlos Galindo-Elvira made District 7 families his first priority by leading on the challenges affecting them most. Carlos is focused on doing things right. Keeping him on the council is a good choice and good for Phoenix.”
Aaron Marquez
Veteran, U.S. Army Reserve,
& Member of Phoenix Union
High School Governing Board
"Carlos Galindo-Elvira is a dedicated public servant proven by his years in service to the people of Hayden where he represented his community as a councilman, Vice Mayor and Mayor and now as the Councilman for Phoenix’s 7th District. As a public servant, Carlos understands the safety of his community is the topmost priority...”
Bryan Willingham
President, United Phoenix Fire
Fighters Association, Local 493
“As a proud resident of District 7, I’m supporting my councilman, Carlos Galindo-Elvira. The residents of District 7 are in good hands because for Carlos representing us is more than his job; it’s his passion. Let’s keep Carlos working for us.”
Terry Goddard
Former Arizona Attorney General
and Mayor of Phoenix
“Carlos Galindo-Elvira brings compassion and humanity to his service on the Phoenix City Council. His nonprofit experience and past elected history benefits us in District 7. Let’s keep Carlos. He’s the good guy.”
Lela Alston
Arizona State Senator
District 5
“Serving the community is a responsibility Carlos Galindo-Elvira takes to heart. He’s uniquely qualified to serve residents of District 7 with hands-on experience by taking on issues and making a change for good happen for vulnerable people.”
Lorena Austin
Arizona State Representative
District 9
“Carlos Galindo-Elvira has the ganas—the strong will—to responsibly serve the familias of District 7. Carlos believes being of service and responsive leads to good results. The best choice is to keep Carlos on the Phoenix City Council.”
Lydia Hernandez
Arizona State Representative
District 24
“Phoenix deserves leaders who are ready to get to work on day one, and Carlos Galindo-Elvira has consistently demonstrated his dedication to fighting for the issues that matter most to our families. Carlos has always put the needs of the people first. I am proud to endorse him to continue fighting for District 7.”
Ruben Gallego
Congressman
District 3
“Working and partnering with colleagues on the Phoenix City Council matters. I’ve enjoyed both of those opportunities with District 7 Councilman Carlos Galindo-Elvira. He takes issues seriously and seeks to improve the lives of Phoenix residents. Join me in supporting Carlos.”
Kesha Hodge Washington
Councilwoman, District 8
“Integrity is an important value and a big part of being a good public servant. Families in Phoenix District 7 have that in Carlos Galindo-Elvira. He keeps his word and gets the job done. Vote for Carlos because you can trust him.”
Steve Gallardo
Maricopa County Supervisor,
District 5
"UFCW Local 99 is proud to endorse Carlos Galindo-Elvira in the Phoenix City Council District 7 Special Election. From his time as a Council Member, Vice Mayor, and Mayor of Hayden, Arizona, to his years as a nonprofit leader, Carlos has a long history of service to his community. We are confident that Carlos will continue to be a strong advocate on the Council for the working people of District 7."
Jim McLaughlin
President, UFCW Local 99