By Guest Writer – Jeff Lichter Everyone has spoken to someone at one time or another who arbitrarily cuts off a conversation with a remark to the effect of “I just don’t want to hear about or discuss politics.” Most
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“Sound of Freedom” in Gilbert
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard about the blockbuster movie titled, “Sound of Freedom” by Angel Studios. If you haven’t seen this show, go see it. If you’ve already seen it, go back and take someone
Read moreKrauser: Someone Who Understands
Shane Krauser will be Gilbert’s next Mayor, and for good reason. He understand the most fundamental role of an elected official: to protect your rights. In his most recent email Krauser describes how he’ll push back against the heavy hand
Read moreMassive Utility Rate Hike Coming Soon
Recently Gilbert Town staff proposed a utility rate hike for 2023. Information from the Town claims that you will only pay another $2.15/month for environmental compliance and $8.02/month for wastewater (sewer). For the average Gilbert household, this equates to $122.04
Read moreBallot Recommendations for Nov. 8, 2022 General Election
Gilbert Watch provides the following recommendations for those who love freedom. Print this page and take it with you to the ballot box or when you complete your ballot. Office Candidate US Senate Blake Masters (R) US House of Representative
Read moreVote Bobbi Buchli for Gilbert Town Council
In November, Gilbert voters will decide who should occupy the final seat on the Town Council. Gilbert Watch endorses Bobbi Buchli and encourages every Gilbert voter to support her in November. There are many reasons Bobbi is a superior choice
Read moreGilbert Town Council Candidates: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
This year, four Town Council seats are up for election. It’s a wide open race as no candidate in this race has previously been elected. Here’s a quick rundown of the all candidates and who you should vote for in
Read moreWho’s Really Wasting Your Money?
Recently members of the Town Council and Gilbert staff have been complaining about Mr. Jim Torgesen’s ethic’s complaints on Mayor Brigette Peterson. In their whining, they claim that Mr. Torgesen has wasted many hours of staff time and tens of
Read moreGilbert Watch Endorses Jim Torgeson for Gilbert Town Council
Gilbert Watch is proud to endorse Jim Torgeson for Gilbert Town Council. Mr. Torgeson has lived in Gilbert for many years and has served on the Redevelopment Commission and the Planning Commission. He’s a small business owner who has a
Read moreWhy is the Bond So Massive?
Why are the politicians in Gilbert asking for so much money? $515 million is a mountain of money! Why is this bond so expensive? If it truly was just about roads and infrastructure or safety and congestion, the Town would
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