Supporters
“I’ve watched Anna serve the Town for the past 7 years; not only has she proven her commitment to our Town values, but she has the willingness to do the hard work and make the difficult decisions when necessary. She demonstrates good business skills in resolving issues; I am confident our Town will be best served under her leadership as mayor.”
Mayor Ed Winkler
“As a CFO, I am compelled to stay informed about the town’s finances. I have looked at the numbers and fully acknowledge the importance of the robust resort revenue stream to Paradise Valley. But as a 22-year resident, I also know we must preserve our quality of life. Ms. Thomasson understands this balance and has demonstrated such in reviewing and approving resort applications during her six years on council. I agree with Ms. Thomasson and her balanced, resident-centric position. We need a mayor that will place the residents of Paradise Valley above all else. I believe Anna will be that mayor. Please join me in voting for her in November.”
Patty Beckman, PV resident and former president of SUSD Governing Board
“As a 54-year resident of Paradise Valley and former councilwoman, I wholeheartedly endorse Anna Thomasson for mayor...Anna Thomasson is honorable, works well with others and will be a great mayor.”
Joy Maclean, PV resident and former Councilmember
“What struck my wife and me most about Anna over the years was her interest in hometown issues and how resorts and developmental zoning would affect us and the town. She was interested in protecting the area where we live, our neighborhood…Anna strikes us as concise and specific in what she says in support of the many town issues that have come to make the Town of Paradise Valley the best municipality in Arizona, if not the United States.”
Robert and Eileen Rasmussen | Paradise Valley
“I’ve known Anna for over 30 years, starting as one of my Valley Leadership Class XII classmates. I’ve seen her volunteer commitment throughout the Valley and in Paradise Valley, watched her serve as councilmember and vice mayor. Anna is 100% focused on Paradise Valley, knows the issues and challenges well, and is not afraid to lead on a position. She is thorough and not afraid to speak up and ask tough questions. She is the leader we need to tackle tough issues and collaborate with all parties. I’ve watched her do it. She has the time, skills and passion to protect my investment and our town.”
Tami Clark, PV Resident
“Since 2022, I've met and spoken with Anna more than a dozen times and am consistently impressed by how well she listens and is able to solve problems by working with staff, her fellow council members and other stakeholders. Her 35 years of consulting for some of the biggest names in the Fortune 100, is evident in her professionalism, her ability to listen and her willingness to work with all the stakeholders. It is also evident when discussing neighborhood issues with Anna that she thoroughly researches the issues.
She has our vote for mayor.”
Peter Miller, PV Resident
“It was Anna Thomasson who most impressed us. She displayed an exceptional balance of intellect and empathy in her decision-making process. Her numerous accomplishments during her tenure on the Town Council speak volumes. We were particularly struck by Ms. Thomasson’s unwavering commitment to serving her constituents, her dedication to preserving the essence of Paradise Valley, her adept conflict resolution skills, her belief in small government, and her willingness to stand alone when necessary for the betterment of our town.”
Bill and Debbie Pain | Paradise Valley
“ With a successful business background and an unwavering commitment to civil service in our town, Anna embodies the best qualities necessary to lead our community….Anna has demonstrated exceptional dedication and proficiency in every aspect of her two-term service on the Town Council. From budget management to strategic planning, Anna approaches every task with meticulous attention to detail and a keen understanding of fiscal responsibility.”
Rupert Watson | Paradise Valley
“Over the past 50-plus years, three generations of our family have served the Town. In making our decision, the question at this time in history is which candidate brings the right combination of experience, time, and energy to serve as mayor over the next two years and our enthusiastic choice is Anna Thomasson.”
Jonathan and Melinda Wainwright | Paradise Valley
“Anna consistently supported our efforts to address short-term rental issues, without seeking the spotlight for her work.
Early in 2020 she came to the capitol to sit alongside our citizen group testifying and later in 2020, reached out to compliment us on our website and offer her expertise as a corporate communications professional. Again in 2022, Anna went to the Arizona Capitol during the hearings and supported our citizen group. She stood strong with the rest of us. Her presence really defined her true mettle and character.
Later during the 2022 election, she rallied her contacts and used her business skills to arrange a meeting for our citizen group with a hard-to-reach gubernatorial candidate. She even gave up a Saturday night for a police ride-along to see nuisance short-term rentals firsthand in the town.
We would be lucky to have someone with her dedication and quiet leadership as our mayor.”
S.L. Scanlan and Tim Dickman, Paradise Valley members of the short-term rental citizen group