Tempe-s Just Wild About -¦ J.D.!

Harrys son, other City officials praise Rep. Hayworths work Scottsdale, AZ Congressman J.D. Hayworths reputation for getting things done for his constituents is well known and well documentedeven by his opponents own son. Mark Mitchell, son of liberal Harry Mitchell, has recognized Congressman Hayworths important contributions to the City of Tempe and his ability to deliver for city residents (as has the rest of the city council). While the Mitchell campaign lobs personal attacks and untruths at the Congressmans record, Tempe City officials recognize Congressman Hayworths efforts in Congress have provided Tempe a vital facility, a vital communications project, and a list of extremely important projects. In one letter the council lauds Congressman Hayworth for, ¦ your continuous communication with the City of Tempe regarding our Citys priorities. Below are excerpts from several letters from Tempe City officials, including Mark Mitchell, to Congressman Hayworth. We think they speak for themselves. From a letter to Congressman J.D. Hayworth, March 7, 2006: On behalf of the City of Tempe, we would like to thank you for attending the groundbreaking ceremony for the East Valley Bus Operations and Maintenance Facility on March 3rd. Due to you support and assistance in securing $20 million in federal funding, this facility has become a reality. On behalf of the residents of Tempe, thank you for your support of this vital facility for the east valley community and for your continued support for the Citys transportation projects. Signed: Mark Mitchell, Hugh Hallman, Ben Arredondo, Barbara Carter, Len Copple, Pam Goronkin, and Hut Hutson. From a letter to Congressman J.D. Hayworth, March 7, 2006: Thanks to your support, grant funding was received from the COPS Interoperable Communications grant program last year in the amount of $5,983,548.00 and an additional $40,000.00 was received in the Department of Justice, Law Enforcement Technology and Interoperability program in the Commerce, Justice and Science appropriations bill in fiscal year 2006¦On behalf of Tempe residents, than you for your support of this critical communication project and you continued support for seeking the remaining funds the City will need. Signed: Mark Mitchell, Hugh Hallman, Ben Arredondo, Barbara Carter, Len Copple, Pam Goronkin, and Hut Hutson. From a letter to Congressman J.D. Hayworth, August 9, 2005: On behalf of the City of Tempe, we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support of the following projects that were included in the Transportation Reauthorization bill (Safetea-Lu): Design and construction of the Rio Salado Pedestrian Bridge in Tempe: $2.4 million Tempe/Scottsdale Regional Bus Maintenance facility: $5.434 million over 4 years Central Phoenix/East Valley Light Rail Transit Project: $434.4 million through 2009 (FY06-09 $90 million each year) On behalf of the residents of Tempe, thank you for your support of these extremely important projects and for your continuous communication with the City of Tempe regarding our Citys priorities. Signed: Mark Mitchell, Hugh Hallman, Ben Arredondo, Pam Goronkin, Len Copple, Barbara Carter, Hut Hutson. From a letter to Congressman J.D. Hayworth, March 29, 2004: On behalf of the City of Tempe, we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support of the Rio Salado Project by securing $3 million for the Rio Salado Pedestrian Bridge in H.R. 3550. Your efforts in the Transportation and Infrastructure House Committee on H.R. 3550 are critical for the current and future success of this project. The Rio Salado Pedestrian Bridge will allow greater access to families and individuals from across our Region to this great urban public space. ¦. Thank you for your support of this extremely important project and for your hard work and dedication to the needs of our community. Signed: Mark Mitchell, Neil Giuliano, Len Copple, Pam Goronkin, Barbara Carter, Ben Arredondo, and Dennis Cahill From a letter to Congressman J.D. Hayworth, November 29, 2004: On behalf of the City of Tempe, we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support of the following projects that were included in the $388 billion omnibus spending bill. TRANSPORTATION: $75 million for Light Rail $800,000 for downtown Tempe transit center $6.95 million for East Valley bus maintenance facility EDUCATION: $250,000 for Thomas J. Pappas elementary schools for Project TEAMS From a letter to Congressman J.D. Hayworth, May 12, 2003: The City of Tempe recognizes that your support of the Central Phoenix / East Valley light rail project and regional bus and bus facilities monies allowed the region to receive $24.5 million to fund Valley transportation projects. Tempe is well aware that although your philosophical views regarding light rail are different from those of the Tempe community, you recognize and support these projects as the will of your constituents. For this, Tempe is very appreciative. Signed: Mark Mitchell, Neil Giuliano, Ben Arredondo, Pam Goronkin, Len Copple, Dennis Cahill, and Barbara Carter. Paid for and authorized by J.D. Hayworth for Congress