CivorenWhat is Michael Del Prete running for?
- Race
- Phoenix City Council - District 6
Michael Del Prete moved from Waterbury, Connecticut to Phoenix in 1997 at age 17 and has lived in District 6 for more than 20 years. He and his wife owned a neighborhood hair salon at 12th Street and Glendale for 12 years before selling it, and he later built a customer service company that grew to more than 300 employees before its sale. He serves as Executive Director of the Arizona Real Estate Investors Association and has coached youth flag football and basketball in the community.
Where does Michael Del Prete stand on the issues?
Michael Del Prete has a recorded position on eight issues. Each is Civoren's summary of the campaign's own public material, with the source linked.
Affordable Housing
SupportsSupports making housing more affordable for working families by increasing housing supply, cutting permitting delays, excessive fees, and red tape, and supporting attainable homeownership so working families can afford to live in Phoenix.
“Housing affordability starts with increasing supply and reducing unnecessary costs. Michael Del Prete brings real-world real estate experience to City Hall and understands how permitting delays, excessive fees, and outdated processes drive up housing prices. His focus is simple: make it easier to build, support attainable homeownership, and help working families afford to live in Phoenix.”
ballotpedia.orgAs of July 2026
Economic Development & Growth
SupportsSupports responsible development that balances economic opportunity with neighborhood quality of life and infrastructure needs, and supports upfront standards, meaningful public input, and predictable rules for major data center projects.
“Phoenix continues to grow rapidly, but residents deserve a meaningful voice in how that growth happens. Michael Del Prete supports responsible development that balances economic opportunity with neighborhood quality of life, infrastructure needs, and housing opportunities for local residents.”
ballotpedia.orgAs of July 2026
Fiscal Responsibility & Budgeting
SupportsSupports performance-based budgeting, a 'Transparency Bill' requiring the city to justify every dollar spent, and efficiency improvements before raising taxes or fees.
“Phoenix residents deserve a city government that lives within its means. Michael Del Prete supports performance-based budgeting, greater transparency, and a focus on efficiency before raising taxes or fees. His goal is simple: make sure taxpayers receive measurable results and real value from every dollar the city spends.”
ballotpedia.orgAs of July 2026
Homelessness
SupportsSupports a results-driven approach to homelessness that funds proven programs, measures outcomes, connects people to treatment and recovery services, and keeps public spaces safe and clean.
“Phoenix has spent more than $180 million on homelessness programs since 2021, yet the crisis continues to grow. Michael Del Prete supports a results-driven approach that combines compassion with accountability by funding proven programs, measuring outcomes, connecting people to treatment and recovery services, and maintaining safe, clean public spaces for residents and businesses.”
ballotpedia.orgAs of July 2026
Parental Rights in Education
SupportsSupports parental rights in education as part of strengthening families.
“Whether it's supporting school choice and parental rights or ensuring our infrastructure keeps up with growth, Michael will fight for policies that strengthen the family unit.”
ballotpedia.orgAs of March 2026
Public Safety
SupportsSupports fully funding police, prioritizing officer and firefighter recruitment and retention, improving emergency response times, and publishing public performance dashboards to track safety metrics.
“Safe neighborhoods start with strong public safety. Phoenix is facing police staffing shortages and longer emergency response times that directly impact residents and businesses. Michael Del Prete will prioritize hiring and retention, increase transparency through public performance dashboards, and focus on measurable results to ensure Phoenix remains a safe, responsive city for everyone.”
ballotpedia.orgAs of July 2026
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