Scott Smith loves Mesa! He grew up here and has watched the city grow from a town into a big city.

Scott was twice elected by Mesa voters as mayor and served from 2008-2014. During his time as mayor, he successfully led Mesa through the Great Recession, changed the way the city did business, and laid the foundation for many of the successes the city enjoyed in the years that followed his tenure in office.

Describing the impact Scott had as Mesa’s mayor, the Arizona Republic declared that he “…has gained the confidence of…residents…[and] the change is so marked that we shudder to think what shape the city would be in without him at the helm.”

With over 40 years’ experience as a respected leader in business and government, including serving more than 20 years as a successful CEO, Scott is seeking to return to the mayor’s office, with a renewed commitment to take care of unfinished business and once again lead the city with a vision that will Secure Mesa’s Future.

Scott’s priorities include making Mesa one of the safest big cities in America, expanding and improving educational opportunities for all Mesa residents, and ensuring that city government reduces red tape and facilitates job growth and economic opportunities for residents.

Scott will work to see that your children and grandchildren live in safe neighborhoods, are educated at all levels in great schools, and find the job and career opportunities of their dreams in their hometown of Mesa.