Endorsements
Elected officials, organizations, residents, and business owners support Michael Mazzocco for Phoenix City Council.
Political Leaders
"Michael Mazzocco is a leader with a long history of supporting the people and businesses of District 4. He's someone who will represent the whole district effectively, bringing the perspective of someone who lives here and runs a business here. I'm excited to support him."
Flavio Bravo, Arizona State Senator, LD26
"I've spent my career fighting for housing, human services, and the communities that too often get overlooked at City Hall. Michael Mazzocco has been doing that same work in Phoenix for nearly 20 years — not from the sidelines, but from the front lines. As Chair of the Human Relations Commission, as a leader in the Equality Chamber, and as a citizen of the Delaware Nation, Michael understands what it means to show up for people who need a voice in the room. Indigenous leaders in Valley politics are still too rare. District 4 has a chance to change that, and I'm proud to stand with him.”
Doreen Garlid, Tempe Vice Mayor
"Michael has a successful and proven track record as a Phoenix community leader, and is the candidate best prepared to join the City Council. His knowledge and thoughtful approach to civic engagement will be excellent when bringing people together to address the city and regional challenges we face."
Neil G. Giuliano, Former Mayor, City of Tempe
"Michael is the best and most culturally competent candidate for Phoenix City Council, District 4 to handle the major issues. His knowledge of affordable housing, economic development, and homelessness will help carry District 4 forward into the future."
Robert Meza, Former Arizona State Legislator
"Michael Mazzocco is exactly the kind of grounded, community-first leader we need on the Phoenix City Council. He listens, he shows up, and he works with integrity. His dedication to equity, sustainability, and inclusive progress makes him a powerful advocate for District 4 and someone I'm proud to support."
Ginger Sykes Torres, Former USDA Official and Biden Appointee
Angel Encinas, Vice Mayor, City of Chandler
Constable Darlene Martinez
Rep. Patty Contreras, Arizona State Legislature
Community Organizations
Advance Native Political Leadership Action Fund
Delaware Nation - Anadarko, Oklahoma
D4 Residents and Business Owners
"Michael has been a trusted mentor who gets small business at the gut level and shows up for us in ways most candidates only promise on paper. As small business owners, we're proud to stand behind a candidate who understands what it takes to build, grow, and protect the entrepreneurs who keep District 4 thriving."
Alexis Carbajal & Juan Ayala, Owners of Phoenix Coqui | D4 Residents and Business Owners
"I've known Michael Mazzocco for over 10 years. He's a strong leader, deeply committed to our community, and driven by conviction. District 4 will thrive under his leadership. He has the determination and foresight to build a better future, one that strengthens our neighborhoods, supports local businesses, and uplifts every resident."
Gregg Edelman, of Exposed Studio & Gallery on Melrose | D4 Resident and Business Owner
“My husband and I are registered Republican and Independent, respectively. Although Michael and I don't share party affiliation, I found it refreshing that he leaves partisanship off the table — along with the negative attacks that are easy targets these days — and focused on the serious issues plaguing Phoenix residents.
Michael is running because he genuinely cares about preserving what so many of us have worked decades to build — protecting historic neighborhoods, advancing real affordable housing without destroying communities, and seeking solutions rather than assigning blame. In this current climate, that is someone I am willing to stand behind.”
Elle January - The January Group, Inc. | D4 Resident