Carefree Mayor and community leader Les Peterson has declared his candidacy to continue as the town’s Mayor during the next electoral term.
Under Mayor Peterson’s leadership, and with the able assistance of the Carefree Town Council and Staff, great progress has been made in strengthening the infrastructure, visibility and financial outlook of the Town while maintaining the high quality of life which Carefree residents treasure. Momentum and a sense of pride in Carefree are growing. Carefree is establishing its reputation as a progressive, inclusive community offering substantial opportunities for involvement, while benefiting from being located in one of the most beautiful portions of the Sonoran Desert.
In addition to serving as Mayor, Les is serving as a member of the Maricopa County Association of Governments, on both the Economic Development and Regional Management Committees, and as a member of the Paradise Valley Community College President’s Advisory Board. He is also a guest lecturer at ASU, focusing on marketing in international markets. Prior to being elected to the Carefree Town Council in 2012, Les served on the Carefree Planning and Zoning Commission and was the President of the Boulders Homeowners Association.
Additional information regarding Les Peterson and his candidacy for re-election as the Mayor of Carefree can be found at www.Peterson4Carefree.com
