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CLARKDALE-A VIBRANT TOWN

I remember the day I was sworn in as the Mayor of Clarkdale in November 2020, the pandemic was still with us and we were sworn in virtually. It was a wonderful moment. For the next few months, the Town Council and staff began to slowly return to normal working conditions and town activity. Six months later, our town manager announced she was not going to renew her contract. With an interim town manager in place, the town council spent the next 4 months recruiting a new town manager. In December 2021, Susan Guthrie became the town manager of Clarkdale. And we hit the ground running!

I am proud of the strategic work the Clarkdale Town Council and Town staff have accomplished over the past 2 ½ years. The results of our shared 2-year strategic plan, focused budgets and capital improvement plan show how we have invested valuable tax dollars in our town.

A sound strategic plan always begins with vision and mission statements and our values. These statements reflect the collaborative working relationship between Town Council and Town Staff. To me, these statements bring focus to what makes Clarkdale a special place.

Vision: The Town of Clarkdale capitalizes upon our unique history, proximity to the Verde River, and small-town charm. We cultivate a safe environment where residents and businesses can thrive. We sustainably enhance our infrastructure, support the arts and education, and develop recreational opportunities to create a bright future for our entire community.

Mission: The Town of Clarkdale serves the community by providing amenities, infrastructure, services and public safety to enhance quality of life. We are stewards of our history while we sustainably and resiliently plan for the future with an emphasis on community engagement and transparency.

Values are the guiding principles that provide an organization with purpose and direction.
The Town of Clarkdale’s organizational values are:

  • Customer Focused
  • Open, transparent and equitable
  • Preserving our history, charm, and environment
  • Planning for a sustainable future
  • Economic and social resiliency
  • Resourceful and innovative

Go to my Re-Elect Robyn 4 Clarkdale Mayor Facebook Page to read the list of accomplishments and projects over my first term as your Mayor.

I have been privileged to be a resident and business owner in Clarkdale for over 27 years. My husband (Henri) and I and our dog, Denali, love being a part of this friendly and welcoming community. And I am proud to be your Mayor and to be a part of a dedicated team of elected officials and staff who work hard, investing town revenues and your tax dollars in critical town functions and making Clarkdale the best place to live, work and play.

I am running again for Mayor to continue our work of investing in our town’s vibrant future. I love Clarkdale, our wonderful small town.