The Queen Creek Chamber of Commerce is proud to present its 2026 “Meet the Candidate” video series, beginning with candidates running for Queen Creek Town Council. Additional interviews for other offices, including candidates representing San Tan Valley, will be released in the coming weeks.
The series offers residents a convenient way to hear directly from candidates as they share their perspectives, priorities, and vision for the community. By providing a centralized, accessible platform, the Chamber aims to support an informed electorate and encourage thoughtful participation in the election process.
Residents can view the “Meet the Candidate” videos by visiting:
https://queencreekchamber.com/elections/
or on YouTube at @QueenCreekChamber.
The 2026 Primary Election will take place on July 21. Voters registered with a recognized political party may participate in that party’s primary. Independent or unaffiliated voters may be eligible to select a party ballot; residents are encouraged to verify their options with their county elections office. The voter registration deadline is June 22. Residents should confirm or update their registration through the Maricopa County or Pinal County Elections websites.
Queen Creek Town Council Candidates
Five candidates are running for Queen Creek Town Council, including incumbents Bryan McClure, Dawn Oliphant, and Travis Padilla, along with challengers Benjamin Harrison and Nick Masse. Julia Wheatley is running unopposed for Mayor and will appear on the General Election ballot in November.
Legislative District 15 – Arizona House of Representatives
Neal Carter (incumbent) and Michael Way (incumbent) are running for the Arizona House of Representatives in Legislative District 15 and will appear on the General Election ballot in November. The Arizona House includes 60 representatives, with two elected from each of the state’s 30 legislative districts, serving two-year terms.
Legislative District 15 – Arizona State Senate
Jake Hoffman (incumbent) and Jayme Accalia are running for the Arizona State Senate in Legislative District 15. The Arizona State Senate consists of 30 members, one from each legislative district, serving two-year terms.
U.S. Representative – District 5
Five individuals are running for U.S. Representative in District 5: Brian Hualde, Chris James, Daniel Keenan, Mark Lamb, and Elizabeth Lee. These candidates will appear on the Primary Election ballot, with nominees advancing to the General Election in November.
“The Chamber is committed to supporting a well-informed and engaged community. These interviews give voters the opportunity to better understand the individuals who are shaping the future of Queen Creek,” said Chris Clark, President and CEO of the Queen Creek Chamber of Commerce.
The Queen Creek Chamber encourages residents to stay informed and engaged throughout the election process. In addition to the Chamber’s website and YouTube channel, videos will also be available on the Explore Queen Creek platform.
The Queen Creek Chamber of Commerce does not endorse candidates and is committed to providing a neutral platform for voter education.
Video production for the “Meet the Candidate” series is made possible by the support of Salt River Project and EPCOR.
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