Information on the Phoenix Mayoral Election

I thought I would share some general information about the upcoming election for Mayor of Phoenix:

• This is a non-partisan race (although the political party of candidates is usually known).
• The Mayor of Phoenix serves a four-year term and is termed out after eight years.  The current Mayor, Phil Gordon, is termed out.
• Election day is Tuesday, August 30, 2011.
• There are several candidates in this race.  If no single candidate earns a simple majority, a runoff will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2011 between the two candidates with the most votes.
• Candidates for Mayor of Phoenix must raise funds to finance their campaigns; this race is not eligible for Clean Elections funding.  The maximum that an individual can contribute is $430 and a couple can contribute $860 total.  PACs (Political Action Committees) can also contribute, but only $430.
• If you are not registered to vote but would like to be, you can register online:   https://servicearizona.com/webapp/evoter/
• You must be a resident of Phoenix to vote in this election.

There's a lot more information but I will save it for future posts...(oooh, a cliffhanger)!!