For Immediate Release
Wensday, November 8th, 2023
Contact: Victoria Opperman, communications@azdem.org

Arizona Democratic Party Celebrates Nov 7th Election Victories

ARIZONA- Today, the Arizona Democratic Party celebrates victories across the state. Chairwoman of the Arizona Democratic Party, Yolanda Bejarano released the following statement:

“I would like to congratulate Mayor Romero, and Tucson City Council members Santa Cruz, Cunningham, and Lee on their resounding victories this Tuesday. Arizona saw major victories across the states through bond approvals, increasing funding for education and infrastructure projects. These victories affirm what we already know: Arizona does not respond to Republican extremism and attacks on the institutions that make our state exceptional. Last night’s victories are proof that Arizonans are ready to re-elect Joe Biden, secure the Senate, and flip the Arizona legislature in 2024.”

Democratic Wins: 

• Tucson Mayor Regina Romero: Mayor Romero won with 60% of the vote. An overwhelming majority of Tucson voters understand that Mayor Romero is delivering results. From championing environmental protections to building a better economic future for working-class families- Mayor Romero continues to put Tucson first.

Tucson City Council 

• Ward 1 Councilmember Lane Santa Cruz: Council Member Santa Cruz won reelection after a term in which she championed racial equity and fought to amplify affordable housing in the Tucson community.
• Ward 2 Councilmember Paul Cunningham: Council Member Cunningham wins reelection to his 4th term. Cunningham has been a champion in the city council, working to  economic opportunities for all in Tucson.
• Ward 4 Councilmember Nikki Lee: Council Member Lee wins re-election after fighting for affordable housing and local road improvements.

Bond Wins: 

• Yes! To a Tucson Unified School District $480 million bond
• Phoenix Bonds: 

1. 1. Yes! To a $214 million public safety and infrastructure bond.
   2. Yes! To a $109 million parks, libraries, and historic preservation bond.
   3. Yes! To a $114 million arts, education, and economic development bond.
   4. Yes! To a $64 million affordable housing and senior center bond.
   5. Yes! To a Phoenix Union High School District bond.
   6. Yes! To an Osborn Elementary School District bond and additional assistance budget override.
   7. Yes! To a Madison Elementary School District bond and budget override.
   8. Yes! To a Fowler Elementary District budget override. 

• Glendale Bonds

1. 1. Yes! To a $82 million infrastructure bond.
   2. Yes! To a $78 million public safety bond.

• Goodyear Bonds

1. 1. Yes! To a $135 million transportation bond.
   2. Yes! To a  $80 million public safety bond.
   3. Yes! To a $17 million parks and recreation bond.

• Surprise Bonds

1. 1. Yes! To a $66 million transportation bond.
   2. Yes! To a $34 million public safety bond.

• Maricopa County School District Bonds

1. 1. Yes! To a Paradise Valley Unified School District bond.
   2. Yes! To a Mesa Unified School District bond and budget override.
   3. Yes! To a Liberty Elementary School District bond.
   4. Yes! To a Kyrene Elementary School District bond and budget override.
   5. Yes! To a Glendale Elementary School District bond, budget override, and approval to sell infrastructure.
   6. Yes! To a Gilbert Unified School District bond and budget override
   7. Yes! To a Gila Bend Unified School District budget override.
   8. Yes! To a Fountain Hills Unified School District bond and approval to sell real estate.
   9. Yes! To an Avondale Elementary School District bond.
   10. Yes! To an Agua Fria Union High School District bond.
   11. Yes! To a Scottsdale Unified School District budget override.
   12. Yes! To a Tolleson Union High School District bond.

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