r/Gilbert • u/bubbleblopp • 16h ago
r/Gilbert • u/dpkonofa • Jul 22 '26
Gilbert Town Council Election Results
elections.maricopa.govr/Gilbert • u/Public_Finance_Guy • Jul 28 '26
I ran the numbers on what Andy Biggs's income tax repeal would cost Gilbert
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.

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.

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 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 • u/nocowwife • 1d ago
What happened at the Riparian last night?
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 • u/MooMoo_00 • 2d ago
Looking for swim lessons for 4yo
New to the area and wanting to enroll my son in swim lessons. I’ve seen that there are many swim schools around but I’m hoping for recommendations from those who have been to any in Gilbert/QC/San Tan Valley area. 4yo very comfortable in water, would probably do great in a small group class but I’d prefer one on one if those exist. Thank you!
r/Gilbert • u/daniel9530 • 2d ago
PMP Project Manager looking to come home to Arizona - any leads?
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 • u/webhostpro • 4d ago
Do you mind suggesting some popular and unique places around Gilbert for a local guide I'm building?
I have Riparian, Agritopia Farm, Cactus Yards, Cosmo, Discovery Park, Regional, Water Tower, Freestone to start.
Thanks!
Charley
r/Gilbert • u/Solid-Canary444 • 4d ago
Are there any women's only gyms in Gilbert? Specifically ones that have group classes.
r/Gilbert • u/getmemorehelp • 5d ago
dermatologist recommendations
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 • u/wandaweed • 5d ago
Daycare!
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 • u/Catia335 • 6d ago
Friend’s Brother is Missing
Please call in any tips you may have. 💙
r/Gilbert • u/WIRETAPPED_BY_CIA • 8d ago
Seville area?
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 • u/Clyqune • 8d ago
Rideshare
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 • u/OReoCookiiee • 10d ago
Car tint
Looking for recommendations on shops that install window tints for a Honda Civic. TIA
r/Gilbert • u/admrlwlvrnlitblt • 10d ago
Cox Outage
Is anyone else experiencing a Cox outage? It's been out all day here, Greenfield x Occatillo.
r/Gilbert • u/TopPercentage3745 • 11d ago
Home Security
Looking for a home security system. I am considering ADT but would also like to compare against local companies. Any recommendations or suggestions from anyone that has used a home security system for 6 months or more?
r/Gilbert • u/BroccoliComplete • 12d ago
nail salon?
not looking for anything special, would like to just get a basic mani pedi, bring my own polish, basic polish but clean and maybe good deals??
haven’t been in quiet some time and need a restart
old business or new business, as long as they’re clean! thank you in advance <3
r/Gilbert • u/md3moreno • 14d ago
Scorpions
Got these scorpions in just a half hour at my buddies house he just bought on Gilbert and Warner.
r/Gilbert • u/dizzyonthejeans • 14d ago
Sci/Fi Fantasy Bookclub
Hey yall so I've posted about this before but I wanted to let yall know we currently are opening spots for our Sci- Fi Fantasy Book Club. We meet at a local coffee shop typically about 3 times a month and mainly run all our setup and voting through discord. We have gone for a couple months now and have read through: Project Hail Mary, Dungeon Crawler 1-3, Jade City, and the Blade Itself. Our upcoming books are: The Will of the Many, DCC book 4, and Hemlock + Silver. If you would like to join or just want to get more information feel free to ask we have a wonderful community and I'd love to help meet fellow booklovers here in the valley!
r/Gilbert • u/Necessary-Elk-5130 • 14d ago
Cox - Spectrum Merger
What do you think about this? I have only heard of bad reviews for Spectrum, but as a Cox customer… it can’t get any worse, right? Right?? 😭
Maybe AT&T fiber will get me after all…
r/Gilbert • u/No-Salary-7327 • 14d ago
Looking for girls to play Beer league softball!
As the post states, we have a little beer league softball team going that play every Tuesday night in Phoenix! We are a close group of co workers but more importantly friends. We are just missing some females to fill spots so we aren’t having to forfeit every game lol.
We are ALL about having fun and spending time together. Nothing is taken too seriously. If anyone is interested let me know! We are looking to start back up next season for the fall!