Mayor Jim Cavanaugh Blog

Friends have encouraged me to periodically but regularly prepare a blog covering some of the highlights in the days and weeks of a mayor of Goodyear. Initially I was a bit reticent for I am not one who easily fits into the electronic information era. But, I need to adapt and be more flexible in a world that is forever changing. I have a responsibility as the mayor and chief executive officer of a city to be the best I can be in providing service to our citizens. I can only do that with the continuing and full support of those same people. So I need to keep our citizens current on what’s happening in Goodyear, clearly express my view on subjects of import while continually being open to other’s views. By blogging I can give my personal opinion on subjects which may or may not be in agreement with a majority of our seven-person council and city staff. We’ll start with the funding challenges Goodyear faces regarding the city center and bringing ASU to town. I will attempt to keep our residents apprised of the status of these major events and how I visualize their respective impact on our future. So let me begin tomorrow with a report on the first meeting of a superb committee formed to determine how we can bring ASU, Franklin Pierce University, and other universities and colleges to Goodyear! That meeting will occur this evening at 7:00PM in City Hall, Room 117. I look forward to the meeting as well as reporting to you how the meeting went.