Fountain Hills Mayor

The Mayor of Fountain Hills is the presiding officer of the Town Council and the town’s chief elected official, representing Fountain Hills at official functions. The office carries a two-year term and is on the ballot in the 2026 nonpartisan primary. If the seat is not decided by an outright majority, a general (runoff) election follows on November 3, 2026.

NPGerry Friedel· Incumbent
Next Election: July 21, 2026Candidates: 2Fountain Hills
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What does this office actually control?

The Mayor is the presiding officer of the City Council and the public face of the city.

  • Leads City Council meetings and helps set the agenda.
  • Casts one vote on the council and helps shape the city budget and tax rate.
  • Influences zoning, police and fire funding, parks, and local ordinances.
  • Represents the city at official and regional functions.

What this office does NOT control

In Arizona’s council-manager cities, a professional city manager — not the mayor — runs day-to-day operations.

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Gerry Friedel

Fountain Hills Mayor

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Brenda Kalivianakis

Fountain Hills Mayor

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