Issues

Affordable Utilities

Affordable Utilities In 2016 voters rejected a sales tax increase to build an ASU campus in downtown Mesa. The City Council decided they would override this vote by simply taking the money out of our utilities or “enterprise fund” to build the campus since taking these funds would not require voter approval. Explain the "Yes …

Your Voice

Why are you running for re-election? Why are you running for re-election? Posted by Councilman Jeremy Whittaker on Tuesday, July 14, 2020 Jeremy wants to be your District 2 representative. He knows very well that as a democratically elected represent, he is there to represent the voice of the people — not to promote his …

Fiscal Responsibility & No New Taxes

Lower Taxes & Fiscal Responsibility Jeremy Believes in order to have a strong community you need sustainable finances. He has written many articles which can be found below. He does not currently believe Mesa is on track for a sustainable financial future. He will continue to fight against more taxes being proposed by his opponent, …

Public Safety

“The board of the Mesa Police Association and our members want you to know Jeremy Whittaker has always been a supporter of the Mesa Police officers.” Public safety is an essential part of any government, and Mesa is no exception. Jeremy is a solid supporter of the Mesa police and fire departments. He maintains relationships …

Economic Development

As a successful small business owner Jeremy understands the issues that face many small businesses. If elected to the Mesa City Council, he will dedicate himself to supporting policy that will not only be welcoming to small businesses, but also to giants of industry. With his background in technology, Jeremy is particularly interested in drawing high-tech businesses to the …