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Mayoral Election

Summary

Former Sheriff Joe Arpaio just lost his bid to become the mayor of Fountain Hills, which means the incumbent mayor gets to keep their seat. Since the challenger didn't win, local leadership stays exactly the same.

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Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Keeping the current mayor means no extra tax dollars will be wasted on a disruptive transition or potential lawsuits.

✅Who benefits

Current town leaders and residents who like the way things are currently being run get to keep the status quo.

⚠️Who could be affected

Supporters of Joe Arpaio who were hoping for a major shake-up in local politics.

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FOX 10 PhoenixAug 3, 2022

2022 Election: Joe Arpaio defeated by incumbent in Fountain Hills mayoral election, unofficial figures show

Unofficial election figures show that Joe Arpaio, the 90-year-old former Maricopa County Sheriff who was a once powerful political figure, has been defeated in a race for the mayorship of Fountain Hills.On the afternoon of Aug. 10, Maricopa County el...

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