Bus Obayomi

Obayomi supports increased accountability and transparency to rebuild the residents’ trust [4] and bridge different cultures [1]. Obayomi supports using his experience in technology [12] to create a dialogue with residents on issues such as residents’ privacy [2] and increase the town’s responsiveness to residents [9].

Obayomi supports addressing growing apartment and multi-family housing developments to manage the growth of Gilbert [6]. He believes in having a balance of construction of multi-family homes and having suitable parameters for apartments being zoned [9].

Obayomi supports investing and improving infrastructure to manage growth, ease traffic congestion, and maintain parks, pools, etc [4]. He believes in maintaining safe roads to prevent collisions [9]. Obayomi supports smart and resident-driven development [4].

Obayomi supports sponsoring and investing in arts and culture to maintain Gilbert’s heritage [9]. He believes in having gold standard parks and recreation [8] and other centers to support families [9].

Obayomi supports lower taxes, the growth of small businesses [2], and improved government spending. Obayomi believes in prioritizing supporting current businesses and attracting new businesses to bring high-paying jobs and maintain a strong business climate. Obayomi supports improving partnerships between the town government, businesses, and business organizations to understand issues regarding Gilbert’s workforce and develop workforce development programs [4].

Obayomi supports prioritizing increased funding for public and charter schools [2]. He supports promoting educational opportunities to educate the workforce to upskill [9] and providing career and technical education programs. Obayomi believes in giving parents a voice in their child’s education, expanding education freedom, and opposes Critical Race Theory curriculum [5].

Obayomi supports providing tools and resources for first responders [4] and funding the Gilbert police force and firefighters [6]. He supports promoting partnerships between law enforcement and the community. Obayomi believes in being competitive with pay and benefits to retain police officers and firefighters [9].