Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Phoenix public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in governance
City Council Election Runoff
Phoenix voters in Districts 2 and 4 aren’t done yet—both council races are heading to a runoff because nobody won outright. You’ll get another shot at the ballot, and whoever wins will help set the city’s direction for the next four years.
City Council Election
Phoenix voters are choosing four City Council members, and those seats control the city budget, housing rules, and public-safety policy. KTAR is tracking who’s leading. If you care about rent, taxes, or policing, this is your chance to see who’s shaping the decisions.
City Council Election Candidate Profile
A Phoenix City Council candidate who survived sexual assault is running a very tight race and using her platform to encourage other survivors to speak up. If she wins, it could change the council’s makeup and shift its priorities.