Zubia Responds To Mayor's Chief of Staff Firing

SCOTTSDALE - Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky's chief of staff has been fired over multiple allegations of inappropriate behavior. Scottsdale city council candidate, Raoul Zubia, issued the following statement:

“Yet again, we’re seeing more drama out of city hall when our community needs results. These allegations are serious and underscore the importance of professionalism and accountability in public service. Scottsdale residents are tired of distractions. We have so many pressing issues that need to be addressed: water, responsible development, and supporting first responders. We need our local leaders to get back to doing the work that matters: serving residents, strengthening our economy, and restoring trust in government. It is time for a return to competent leadership."

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ABOUT RAOUL ZUBIA:

Raoul Zubia is a lifelong resident of South Scottsdale, a proud graduate of Coronado High School, and a candidate for Scottsdale City Council. Scottsdale is one of the best places to live in America, and Raoul is running to keep it that way by protecting neighborhoods, managing growth responsibly, and restoring professionalism to City Council. He believes the city needs leadership that listens, plans, and acts, while honoring the generations of community spirit that built Scottsdale.

Raoul has served as Chair of the Human Services Commission, Vice Chair of the Protect and Preserve Scottsdale Task Force, and President of Partners for Paiute. He also serves on the EVIT Foundation, the Charro Foundation, the SUSD Foundation, and the Parada del Sol Committee, where he lends his voice each year as an announcer. He was honored with Scottsdale Leadership’s Hodges Award in 2021 and inducted into the Scottsdale History Hall of Fame in 2024.

Through his service, Raoul has remained focused on keeping Scottsdale safe, livable, and economically strong, while preserving the character and values that make the city special. Together, he believes the community can protect what it loves and build a future Scottsdale will be proud of.