A Message from Jim…
jim ross
“I have had the honor of serving our community as Mayor since June 2021 and I am thrilled to announce that I will run for reelection this coming May. I am so proud of the many accomplishments we on council have made in the last 18 months and look forward to continuing our path of economic growth, enhanced community safety, and educational unity.
I look forward to continuing to serve this community as your mayor. Thank you for your ongoing support and remember take care of each other because WE ARE ARLINGTON!”
Jim Ross has spent decades serving his community and his country. As a former Marine, Arlington Police Officer, businessman, father and grandfather Jim has the strength and passion to serve this city well.
As an active and proud member of Arlington, Jim has served on the board of directors for the Arlington Police Foundation, the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce, the Margarita Society, Special Olympics, and the American Heart Association.
Endorsements
endorsements
MPAC Arlington
Arlington Professional Firefighters Association
Arlington Police Association
Arlington Arbor Realtors
Former Arlington Mayor Richard Greene
Former Arlington Mayor Elzie Odom
Testimonials
testimonials
"Great choice to carry on the tradition of strong, capable Mayors to lead this Great City! Jim will 'grasp the torch' handed to him from our amazing Mayor Jeff Williams and lead Arlington thru this next decade."
John McFarlane
"I have known Jim for many years. He is a straight shooter and exactly the sort of caring, servant leader, we need in Arlington."
Robert Blankenship
"Jim Ross is Arlington. He's a great guy, a community leader, military veteran, successful businessman. Arlington would be lucky for Jim to represent us."
Aziz Kobty
"Arlington needs a strong leader. Jim Ross is just what we need to continue Arlington's growth!"
Maureen Maidlow
"Jim Ross continually demonstrates great care and leadership for the people of Arlington. I'm proud to endorse Jim Ross for Mayor of Arlington."
Carla Sue Worley
"Jim has lived a life of service, from the Marine Corps to the Police Department to the Chamber and Charitable Organizations helping our community. He understands how to lead in the business community, the court room and within the family. Arlington needs Jim."
Brenda Hayes
"Jim Ross is the most ethical and compassionate person I know. Thru his experience in the military, law enforcement, and as a lawyer and entrepreneur, Jim has a heart of gold for the community."
Dwayne Lee
"I've known Jim Ross for years and have had the opportunity to serve with him on the Arlington Police Foundation Back-The-Blue Bash Committee since 2015. Jim's love and commitment to this city is unwavering. He will be an excellent Mayor!"
William Busy
"Jim is all about helping the community and giving equl opportunities to all the people he meets and works with! Always great to meet people in the community that care about Diversity and Inclusion."
Catalina Villegas
Positions
positions
Continued Job Growth
Small business continues to be the backbone of real economic development. We must continue to do everything in our power to attract the young, hungry, bright minds of entrepreneurs by providing an environment where small business wants to bring their employees and their families to Arlington.
Public Health & Safety
Taking care of those who take such good care of us is essential in maintaining our incredible City services. Over the last year we have been able to increase the pay of our incredible City Employees by 8%. We added 45 new firefighter positions and have had an overall reduction in crime by 4%.
Promote Quality Education & Career Development
Arlington is home to some of the best educational facilities in the country. The school districts, charter schools, private schools and home-schooling association offer some of the best opportunities for our kids anywhere.
Transportation & Road Maintenance
We can get around Arlington well and affordably with Via. The continuing issue is how can we help move folks in and out of our city. There are ongoing projects that very well could bring high speed rail, or hyperloop, or Rapid Bus Transit to and through our city but those projects take a lot of…
Housing & Property Tax
Taking care of our city also means improving our neighborhoods. i In the past two years we have issued, or are in the process of issuing, over 1500 permits for new single-family homes. These single-family dwellings include but luxury homes and affordable housing