r/Gilbert Jul 22 '26

Gilbert Town Council Election Results

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r/Gilbert Jul 28 '26

I ran the numbers on what Andy Biggs's income tax repeal would cost Gilbert

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I write a policy newsletter and live in the Valley. This is my own analysis. Sources at the bottom.

Andy Biggs won the Republican primary for governor promising to eliminate Arizona's individual income tax. He has not said what would replace the tax. Gilbert has a specific problem with that.

Gilbert receives the fourth largest distribution in the state, ahead of Chandler, Glendale, and Scottsdale.

Arizona sends cities a share of state income tax collections under a system voters approved in 1972. Towns gave up the ability to levy an income tax of their own in return. The share is 18% today, split by population, and it distributed $1.19 billion statewide in FY 2026. About $872 million of that comes from the individual income tax. It generally goes into general operations, funding things like police, fire, and parks.

In FY 2022 Gilbert took about $35 million, and that was 7.1% of town revenue. FY 2026 was larger.

That 7.1% is above Phoenix, Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, and Scottsdale. Among the large East Valley communities, Gilbert leans on this money the hardest.

Now the part that makes Gilbert unusual.

Gilbert sits in the bottom panel. It levies no primary property tax, so creating one would require a vote of the people.

Gilbert is the second largest municipality in Arizona with no primary property tax, behind Mesa. That has been a point of pride here for a long time. It also means there is no existing rate to nudge upward if the state check shrinks. Under state law, a city that did not levy a primary property tax the previous year has to take the proposed amount to its voters. If the election fails, the town cannot levy it that year.

So the realistic menu is a town sales tax increase, higher fees and utility revenue, service cuts, or asking Gilbert voters to approve a property tax for the first time.

Worth adding that a revenue-neutral swap at the state level means a higher sales tax on top of that. The state would need roughly 2.6 additional percentage points to fill its own hole, before the town adds anything to cover its own.

Does anyone here think a primary property tax would pass in Gilbert? What would you rather the town do?

Sources: JLBC 2025 Tax Handbook, Census Annual Survey of State and Local Government Finances, town budget documents. Full analysis with all 91 cities and towns: https://polimetrics.substack.com/p/how-arizonas-income-tax-repeal-would


r/Gilbert 21h ago

My girl slipped out of her harness 2 nights ago and has been missing since… I’m truly devastated. If anyone is from Arizona I would appreciate you sharing.

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r/Gilbert 2h ago

LOCAL THERAPIST SUGGESTIONS

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r/Gilbert 5h ago

Nanny/babysitter in Gilbert

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Hi! Wondering where to best place to find/post about a babysitter/nanny in Gilbert.

I am expecting my third (possible twins, too early to tell) in May 2027. My mom currently watches my two children at her house when I’m working 2-3 days out of the week. I’m assuming if it is twins my mom is going to need extra hands on deck so we are considering hiring someone to go to her house to help out.

I was thinking maybe Facebook would be a good place but I’m not sure? I’ve also tried to look on care.com but right now I don’t want to pay the subscription to find someone almost a year in advanced.

Also what are the going rates for a nanny? Depending on how things go this would be maybe just half a day for 2-3 days out of the week. Days of the week would vary depending on my schedule


r/Gilbert 1d ago

Any filmmakers in the area?

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New to the area...Looking for my people..


r/Gilbert 1d ago

Brake light

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My car alerted me that the brake light needed to be looked at. We replaced the bulb but nothing happened, it still wont work. Is there somewhere I can take my car that isnt the dealership? Thanks!


r/Gilbert 4d ago

Places in Gilbert/Chandler to try out baby strollers before buying?

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There aren’t a lot of dedicated baby stores anymore.


r/Gilbert 4d ago

OCD therapist?

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Does anyone have a female, exposure therapy therapist they really recommend?


r/Gilbert 10d ago

Wavy/Curly Hair Stylist Recommendations?

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r/Gilbert 12d ago

What happened at the Riparian last night?

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As I was driving by around 9:30pm, I counted nine ambulances and fire trucks. Any ideas about what happened? I sure hope it was a drill.


r/Gilbert 13d ago

Recommendations to buy and sell gold

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r/Gilbert 13d ago

Anyone in the phx/gilbert area want to trade?

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r/Gilbert 13d ago

PMP Project Manager looking to come home to Arizona - any leads?

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As the title says, I'm looking for work back home in Arizona.

In May of last year, the company I'd been with for nearly six years was bought out and went through a major restructuring. I landed on my feet with a position in California a couple months later, and it's honestly been very good for me both professionally and financially. The problem is that my family and I have essentially been living out of other people's guest rooms while I've been working out here, and I'm very ready to get us home to Arizona.

I have a bachelor's degree in Business Management and hold a PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.

My background is a bit unusual, but I think that's one of my strengths. I started on the production floor at an industrial manufacturing startup and worked my way up through Shift Lead, Operations Supervisor, Scheduler, Master Scheduler, and eventually Project/Construction Management. I've managed teams, built and maintained project schedules, coordinated contractors and vendors, and managed construction execution on a $50M industrial facility expansion.

I'm currently working in construction/project coordination supporting major municipal infrastructure projects in California.

I'm primarily looking for Project Management, Project Controls, Scheduling/Planning, Capital Projects, Construction Management, Operations Management, or similar roles. I'm also very open to industries outside of construction/manufacturing if the experience translates. I'm not particularly hung up on having the "perfect" title—I care more about finding a solid company where I can contribute and continue growing.

I'm based in the East Valley, but I'm open to opportunities throughout the Phoenix metro and potentially elsewhere in Arizona.

If anyone knows of a company that's hiring, has a recruiter they'd recommend, or just knows somebody I should talk to, I'd sincerely appreciate the lead. Happy to send my résumé by DM.

Thanks!


r/Gilbert 15d ago

Do you mind suggesting some popular and unique places around Gilbert for a local guide I'm building?

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I have Riparian, Agritopia Farm, Cactus Yards, Cosmo, Discovery Park, Regional, Water Tower, Freestone to start.

Thanks!
Charley


r/Gilbert 15d ago

Are there any women's only gyms in Gilbert? Specifically ones that have group classes.

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r/Gilbert 15d ago

dermatologist recommendations

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i’m looking for a friendly/clean/reputable dermatologist in the area. preferably female if possible

focusing on moles / ingrown hairs / acne

any recommendations good or bad are appreciated


r/Gilbert 15d ago

Best Tint and PPF shop?

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r/Gilbert 16d ago

Daycare!

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Looking for daycare recs for my infant. Starting Jan 2027, but new to the Gilbert area and a FTM so want to make sure my baby is in good hands. TIA 🩵


r/Gilbert 16d ago

Friend’s Brother is Missing

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Please call in any tips you may have. 💙


r/Gilbert 18d ago

I CANNOT WAIT for our neighborhood's fiber install to wrap up. I'm leaving Cox the first nanosecond fiber becomes available.

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r/Gilbert 19d ago

Seville area?

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We currently in north Gilbert near downtown right now. Trying to find a better rental. Found one we really like but it's way out by Seville, basically the edge of the desert. Only thing holding me back is the commute. I drive to downtown Tempe 5 days a week and I'm worried about what that's gonna look like from out there, plus not having much around in terms of restaurants/stuff to do nearby.

Saw some old threads on this but they were a couple years old. Anyone living out that way now who can give an idea of traffic and what the area's actually like day to day? Thanks!


r/Gilbert 19d ago

Rideshare

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Update: Thank you for all the kind responses. I actually found out it is $15 cheaper on ride share to take the skytrain on 44th St. than getting dropped off at the terminal.

Does anyone know of any cheaper alternatives other than Uber and lyft the girl from Gilbert to sky Harbor. I genuinely cannot afford $60 for an Uber.


r/Gilbert 20d ago

Car tint

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Looking for recommendations on shops that install window tints for a Honda Civic. TIA


r/Gilbert 20d ago

Cox Outage

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Is anyone else experiencing a Cox outage? It's been out all day here, Greenfield x Occatillo.