Ryan Blakeman
Candidate for Mesa City Council – District 5
Mesa · District 5 (Northeast Mesa)
Biography
Ryan Blakeman is running for Mesa City Council District 5, representing northeast Mesa. He is one of four challengers facing incumbent Councilwoman Alicia Goforth in the August 4, 2026 primary.
Positions
Issue Stances
Water Policy
No official stance on record.
Education Funding
SupportsHis family priorities include protecting Mesa's schools, though his campaign page does not provide a detailed education funding plan.
Border Security & Immigration
No official stance on record.
Housing Affordability
No official stance on record.
Election Integrity
No official stance on record.
Healthcare Access
No official stance on record.
Public Safety & Criminal Justice
SupportsHis priorities call for supporting police, fire, and first responders, investing in staffing and training, and prioritizing neighborhood safety.
Energy Policy
No official stance on record.
Economic Development & Jobs
SupportsSupports responsible economic growth, local and small businesses, job creation, innovation, and reducing unnecessary regulation.
Reproductive Rights
No official stance on record.
Transportation & Infrastructure
SupportsHis priorities include investing in safe parks, recreation, community spaces, staffing, equipment, and city services.
Government Spending & Taxation
SupportsSays he would keep taxes responsible while delivering reliable city services.
Legislature
Legislative Voting Record
No voting record on file.
Voting records are only available for candidates who have held legislative office.
Ballot
Ballot Measure Stances
No ballot measure stances on file yet.
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