Mark Stewart (Arizona)

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Mark Stewart

Republican Party

Maricopa County Board of Supervisors District 1

Tenure

2025 - Present

Term ends

2029

Years in position

0

Predecessor

Jack Sellers

Prior offices

Chandler City Council At-large

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Elections and appointments

Last elected

November 5, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

Missouri State University, 1994

Personal

Profession

Business owner

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Mark Stewart (Republican Party) is a member of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors in Arizona, representing District 1. He assumed office on January 1, 2025. His current term ends on January 1, 2029.

Stewart (Republican Party) ran for election to the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors to represent District 1 in Arizona. He won in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Stewart completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

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Stewart received a bachelor's degree from Missouri State University in January 1994. His professional experience includes working as a business owner, CEO, managing partner, and entrepreneur. He owns Concept 2 Completion, a growth accelerator, and a market strategy company

Elections

2024

See also: Municipal elections in Maricopa County, Arizona (2024)

General election

General election for Maricopa County Board of Supervisors District 1

Mark Stewart defeated Joel Navarro in the general election for Maricopa County Board of Supervisors District 1 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mark Stewart (R)	51.7	217,552
		Joel Navarro (D)	48.2	202,913
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	401

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 420,866
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Maricopa County Board of Supervisors District 1

Joel Navarro advanced from the Democratic primary for Maricopa County Board of Supervisors District 1 on July 30, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Joel Navarro	99.7	57,030
		Other/Write-in votes	0.3	182

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 57,212
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Maricopa County Board of Supervisors District 1

Mark Stewart defeated incumbent Jack Sellers in the Republican primary for Maricopa County Board of Supervisors District 1 on July 30, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mark Stewart	65.6	52,901
		Jack Sellers	34.0	27,410
		Other/Write-in votes	0.4	333

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 80,644
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Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Stewart in this election.

2020

See also: City elections in Chandler, Arizona (2020)

Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for Chandler City Council At-large (3 seats)

The following candidates ran in the primary for Chandler City Council At-large on August 4, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Christine Ellis (Nonpartisan)	19.1	26,171
✔		Mark Stewart (Nonpartisan)	17.4	23,794
✔		OD Harris (Nonpartisan)	16.9	23,227
		Rick Heumann (Nonpartisan)	16.0	21,936
		Jeremy McClymonds (Nonpartisan)	15.6	21,320
		Beth Brizel (Nonpartisan)	14.9	20,445
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	196

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 137,089
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Endorsements

To view Stewart's endorsements in the 2020 election, please click here.

2016

The city of Chandler, Arizona, held a primary election for three of six seats on the city council on August 30, 2016. Incumbent Nora Ellen and challenger Sam Huang won seats outright in the primary election because they received votes on a majority of ballots. Mark Stewart defeated Matt Eberle in a general election for the third seat on November 8, 2016. The filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was June 1, 2016. The following candidates ran in the Chandler City Council nonpartisan at-large primary election.

Chandler City Council, At-large Primary Election, 2016
Candidate	Vote %	Votes
Nora Ellen Incumbent	23.67%	17,807
Sam Huang	17.38%	13,080
Matt Eberle	14.10%	10,608
Mark Stewart	12.49%	9,400
Gregg Pekau	11.64%	8,754
Seth Graham	8.24%	6,198
Aaron Harris Sr.	7.02%	5,280
John Repar	5.23%	3,936
Write-in votes	0.23%	175
Total Votes		75,238
Source: Maricopa County Recorder, "Election Results," accessed August 30, 2016

Mark Stewart defeated Matt Eberle in the Chandler City Council nonpartisan at-large general election.

Chandler City Council, General Election, 2016
Candidate	Vote %	Votes
Mark Stewart	53.66%	34,551
Matt Eberle	46.34%	29,841
Total Votes		64,392
Source: Maricopa Recorder, "November 8, 2016 General Election", accessed November 8, 2016

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection

Mark Stewart completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Stewart's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am Mark Stewart, a devoted family man, a dedicated small business owner, and a passionate public servant. My core belief is that the most effective government operates minimally yet efficiently, staying true to the principles our founding fathers envisioned. At the heart of this vision is a “We the People” approach, where the Constitution isn’t just a document but a living guide shaping every decision. My values are not for sale and I am committed to serving with unwavering integrity and embodying the true essence of servant leadership.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Community: Building community through economic development & innovation.
• Innovation: Delivering best-in-class Public Safety through investment and equipment.
• Integrity: Exemplifying integrity in Public Service and re-establishing trust in government.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I stand firmly for transparency in government, and as your County Supervisor, I promise that customer services will become synonymous with Maricopa County. Your trust fuels my commitment to serve with heart and dedication. I appreciate your support.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Sense of Community, History of Innovation, and stalwart Integrity.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

I stand firmly for transparency in government, and as your County Supervisor, I promise that customer services will become synonymous with Maricopa County. Your trust fuels my commitment to serve with heart and dedication. I appreciate your support.

Note: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.

2020

Mark Stewart completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Stewart's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

My name is Mark Stewart.

In 2001, my wife Allison and I moved our young family from the Midwest, and we fell in love with Chandler. My kids are CUSD graduates and are off to ASU with full honors. (Thank you to the teachers that prepared them)

I believe that good governance starts with servant leadership by putting people before politics.

A primary core function of a municipality is to provide a safe and livable community. Public safety and safe water are the cornerstone responsibilities of any city. Chandler is both an incredibly safe city and financially stable allowing us to deliver the best services at the lowest possible cost.

Now more than ever, we need experience and leadership to help our community recover quickly.

I proudly serve the City of Chandler, Arizona, and currently serve:

• MAG Vice-Chairman of the Human Services, and Community Initiatives Committee • The Arizona League of Cities and Towns Budget, Finance and Economic Development Committee • The National League of Cities Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee • East Valley Partnership Board of Directors • Chairman for the 2020 Census Complete Count Committee

I own a small business, Concept2Completion, and bring entrepreneurial energy and innovative approach to service. My family supports local nonprofits, like ICAN, and we maintain an active faith.

Bachelor of Science degree from Missouri State University

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Servant Leadership is my primary motivator. I believe when a community trusts you to make decision on thier behalf it is important to always act in service, with integrity and transparency.
• The Constitution knows no party and should be the guiding light for all elected officials and public servants. The Constitution delivers the power to the people to govern themselves in a Republic.
• The core responsibility of any local government is public safety, clean water and good infrastructure. Chandler provides the best service in the valley at the lowest possible cost.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Because of the current COVID and economic crisis, I am very involved and concerned about our annual budget and expenditures. I want to be sure Chandler does not falter on its core responsibilities, while still delivering services our community expects.

There are thousands of people in Chandler that need to trust that our police, fire, and water will still be running, which may mean cuts in other services. I am paying attention to this.

We have an incredible staff, and I believe that Chandler is and will be in an excellent financial position as we exit this crisis.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like for people to say he served the community, worked hard, and did exactly what he said he would do. My legacy will be showing others that you can be in politics and serve with honor.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My first job was on a small farm in the suburbs of St.Louis, Missouri. I worked for two successive summers when I was 14 and 15 pounding tomato stakes and picking suckers off tomato plants. I needed money for Joust at the Arcade. I have always worked hard to make a better life for my family.

Note: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.

2016

See also: Ballotpedia's municipal government candidate survey

Stewart participated in Ballotpedia's 2016 survey of municipal government candidates. The following sections display his responses to the survey questions. When asked what his top priority would be if elected, the candidate made the following statement:

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My top priority would be to work with the Chamber of Commerce to brand our city as a top locations for innovative companies to relocate and grow.

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When asked what he would most like to change about the city, the candidate made the following statement:

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Chandler is an incredible city, and we have a tremendous opportunity to be an innovation juggernaut over the next few years. I would like to see our city invest in the start-up and small business community. Chandler is poised to be a very attractive location for businesses to start and thrive. I think with the right people on council we can put Chandler, AZ as one of the best cities in American for start-ups in the technology industry.

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When asked what he is most proud of about the city, the candidate made the following statement:

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We live within our budget and means with low taxes.

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Ranking the issues

The candidate was asked to rank the following issues by importance in the city, with 1 being the most important and 12 being the least important. This table displays this candidate's rankings from most to least important:

Issue importance ranking
Candidate's ranking	Issue
1	Government transparency
2	Unemployment
3	Civil rights
4	K-12 education
5	Environment
6	Housing
7	Recreational opportunities
8	Public pensions/retirement funds
9	City services (trash, utilities, etc.)
10	Homelessness
11	Crime reduction/prevention
12	Transportation

Positions on the issues

The candidate was asked to answer four questions from Ballotpedia regarding issues facing cities across America. The questions are in the left column and the candidate's responses are in the right column:

Question	Response
Is it important for the city’s budget to be balanced?	Very important
Which level of government do you feel should set a minimum wage?	Local
What do you think is the best way to improve a city’s public safety?	Increased economic opportunities. When citizens have opportunity to work and thrive crime rates are shown to go down
How do you think your city should emphasize economic development?	Focusing on small business development. We should use a combination approach to economic development. The city should continue to work with our Chamber of Commerce to help small business grow and court existing companies, burdened by high taxes to look at Chandler for relocation.

Additional themes

Stewart's campaign website listed the following themes for 2016:

“	Servant Leadership I love The Constitution, and believe that from that document, people derive the power to govern themselves. Everyday citizens must be seated on our Chandler City Council, and throughout all government. We are responsible for voting for what is right for ourselves. A diversity of opinions must pervade government discourse, and that is absolutely paramount at the local level. I will always ask, “can we find a solution with less government?” Development, Stability and Growth. Chandler citizens and families appreciate the community and stability that comes with a thriving business and retail community. I can be trusted to consider, and discuss policy with real knowledge, and experience. I have been a leader in Fortune 50 companies, and now own a local small business. Live, Work and Play close to home. Chandler is very close to being the perfect place for those three things to intersect, and we can make it better. My business development background will help retain our locally owned business, and promote even more local entrepreneurship. Breaking down regulations and accelerating growth Investing in marketing our city – Great employers with strong track records of positive community support can be attracted to the Price Corridor. I have the background to represent our city in courting these companies. Take an active role in assisting start-ups and driving a culture of innovation. More access to team sports like soccer, baseball and neighborhood clubs. Investment in our parks, and creating cooperatives to keep our youth activity programs growing and to keep them in Chandler We must not sacrifice Liberty for the sake of security if possible. I will work to remove all traffic cameras from our streets. Lean, Effective Service for Chandler “How can we do this with less government?” will always be my first question. A Council member is elected to represent the community, and to ask the tough questions like how can we accomplish the same goal with less government. I am committed to following the law. I will challenge ordinances that conflict with our state or federal Constitutions. The purpose of government is to serve the governed with their consent. Our aim as elected officials is to make wise decisions for the community. I am a strong believer that governance starts at the lowest level, and moves up only as needed. From the individual and family, to HOAs, the city, the county, the state, and lastly the federal government. I will inform residents through social media, and the press and be sure Chandler citizens are represented. I will fight to lower taxes and ensure non-essential public works are undertaken only with sound, well thought out objectives in mind. I will fight for the same fiscal responsibility as I would show in my own finances. We will maintain our focus on making our community the best place to live in Arizona. Public Safety A safe community attracts and retains residents, building community. I believe in supporting our fire and police, and helping them feel secure in their service to the community. We should have an open dialog with our service departments. Most importantly, it is up to our citizens to be safe and secure in their persons, and I will support their right to protect themselves as enumerated in our Constitution. Community and security go hand in hand.	”
—Mark Stewart (2016),

Endorsements

2016

Stewart's campaign website listed the following endorsements in 2016:

• Chandler Chamber of Commerce
• Chandler Firefighters
• Home Builders Association of Central Arizona
• Former Chandler Mayor Jerry Brooks
• Chandler City Councilman Terry Roe

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