Rex Scott

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Rex Scott

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Democratic Party

Pima County Board of Supervisors District 1

Tenure

2021 - Present

Term ends

2029

Years in position

4

Predecessor

Ally Miller

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Elections and appointments

Last elected

November 5, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

Ohio University, 1988

Graduate

Northern Arizona University, 1999

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Educator

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Rex Scott (Democratic Party) is a member of the Pima County Board of Supervisors in Arizona, representing District 1. He assumed office on January 1, 2021. His current term ends on January 1, 2029.

Scott (Democratic Party) ran for re-election to the Pima County Board of Supervisors to represent District 1 in Arizona. He won in the general election on November 5, 2024.

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

Biography

Rex Scott earned bachelor's degrees from Ohio University in 1986 and 1988 and a graduate degree from Northern Arizona University in 1999. His career experience includes working as an educator.

Elections

2024

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

General election

General election for Pima County Board of Supervisors District 1

Incumbent Rex Scott defeated Steve Spain in the general election for Pima County Board of Supervisors District 1 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Rex Scott (D)	53.2	66,995
		Steve Spain (R)	46.7	58,904
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	101

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 126,000
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Pima County Board of Supervisors District 1

Incumbent Rex Scott defeated Jake Martin in the Democratic primary for Pima County Board of Supervisors District 1 on July 30, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Rex Scott	66.2	16,714
		Jake Martin	33.7	8,502
		Other/Write-in votes	0.2	42

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 25,258
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Pima County Board of Supervisors District 1

Steve Spain advanced from the Republican primary for Pima County Board of Supervisors District 1 on July 30, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Steve Spain	99.2	22,552
		Other/Write-in votes	0.8	174

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 22,726
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2020

See also: Municipal elections in Pima County, Arizona (2020)

General election

General election for Pima County Board of Supervisors District 1

Rex Scott defeated Steve Spain in the general election for Pima County Board of Supervisors District 1 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Rex Scott (D)	50.2	66,565
		Steve Spain (R)	49.7	65,835
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	112

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 132,512
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Pima County Board of Supervisors District 1

Rex Scott defeated Brian Radford in the Democratic primary for Pima County Board of Supervisors District 1 on August 4, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Rex Scott	66.6	21,178
		Brian Radford	32.9	10,469
		Other/Write-in votes	0.4	141

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 31,788
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Pima County Board of Supervisors District 1

Steve Spain defeated Vic Williams, Rhonda Pina, and Bill Beard in the Republican primary for Pima County Board of Supervisors District 1 on August 4, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Steve Spain	33.5	10,482
		Vic Williams	24.9	7,793
	Submit photo	Rhonda Pina	22.8	7,116
	Submit photo	Bill Beard	18.5	5,767
		Other/Write-in votes	0.3	94

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 31,252
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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Rex Scott completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Scott'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.

The two most important things to know about me are that I am a husband and father. My wife and I celebrated our 30th anniversary in May of this year. We are the parents of adult twins. Our daughter is a public school teacher and lives in District 1, while her twin brother lives in Portland, Oregon and works for a framing company.

I am currently representing District 1 on the Pima County Board of Supervisors and was first elected in 2020. Prior to serving in this role, I was a teacher in two local middle schools from 1991-2000. From 2000-2019, I was an assistant principal or principal in five local middle and high schools.

Although I have lived in Pima County for most of my adult life, I was raised in Athens, Ohio, and attended college there. I earned two degrees from Ohio University, one in political science and the other in education. While working towards my second degree, I was elected to Athens City Council, becoming the first student and the youngest person elected to serve in that role. I served nearly two full terms and resigned near the end of my second term to move to Pima County.

I am the vice-chair of the Board and also represent the county on both the Pima Association of Governments Regional Council and the Regional Transportation Authority Board. In addition, I am our representative to the Sun Corridor Board and the Legislative Policy Committee for the County Supervisors Association of Arizona (CSA). I also serve as one of CSA’s vice-presidents.

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?

• The essential role of local government is to ensure that all the services and supports our constituents depend upon are delivered equitably, in ways that are responsive to their needs and that demonstrate prudent use of the public revenues entrusted to us.
• The most important attribute anyone entrusted with public office can demonstrate is selflessness. I try to be mindful of this essential trait with every decision I make and every vote I cast. Elected leaders should also strive to be communicative, visible and supportive.
• Constituent service and outreach have been and will continue to be my highest priorities. My staff and I have held 16 public town halls, met with numerous community groups and put out a newsletter twice a month. We also strictly adhere to a policy of getting back to anyone who contacts us with a problem or concern within 24 hours.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Public health and safety, education, roads and transportation, economic development, affordable housing, environmental protection, land conservation, budgeting.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

My late father was a kindhearted and dedicated parent and educator. He set an example for me in both those roles.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

As I said in my response to a previous question, selflessness is the most important trait for anyone entrusted with leadership to demonstrate. It is also vital to be communicative, visible and supportive in your interactions with the people you represent. Demonstrating equanimity, especially during times of challenge and stress, is also crucial.

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

I have always worked in public service as either an educator or an elected leader. Working on behalf of the people and community I serve is both a distinct honor and a significant responsibility, so I approach public service with seriousness, humility and care. I work hard, ask questions, listen to what is shared with me and engage in dialogue with my peers, staff and constituents. I also try to admit when I’m wrong, or when I should change my mind based on the facts presented.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

The Board of Supervisors is a policy making entity. We set policy that is then implemented by the almost 7,000 people who work for the county. The most important policy decisions we make are during the creation of the county budget, when we also set the tax rates for the four property taxes we assess. Each supervisor is also the voice of and the advocate for the people they represent in their district.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would hope people would say I was a devoted husband and father, an educator who tried to do right by his students and an elected leader who was known for his common sense, commitment to service and for achieving results on behalf of the people he represented.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I was in fourth grade when the Vietnam War ended and remember the soldiers and POWs coming home.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl. It impressed upon me the importance and joy of living a life devoted to service and selflessness.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

The Change by Garth Brooks

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

See link below.

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2020

Rex Scott did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey.

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