Rooted in Mesa.

Ready to Serve.

Rooted in Mesa. Ready to Serve.

Ryan Blakeman is a lifelong Mesa resident, coach, nonprofit founder, and community leader who has spent more than 26 years serving District 5 families, students, and neighborhoods.

From growing up here to raising his own family here, Ryan believes Mesa works best when neighbors invest in each other — and he’s running for City Council to help our community thrive.

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Meet Ryan

A Lifetime in District 5

Ryan Blakeman grew up in District 5, attended Mountain View High School, and chose to raise his family in the same community that helped shape him.

For decades, Ryan has been known simply as “Coach.” From Little League to Fremont Junior High and Red Mountain High School, he has spent 26 years mentoring young people, supporting families, and building community through sports.

His experience isn’t political — it’s personal.

Ryan has always believed that strong neighborhoods start with investing in people.

THE COACH STORY

Known as Coach

Ryan has coached more than 100 teams across Mesa — from Little League and AYSO to junior high and high school athletics.

Basketball.
Baseball.
Soccer.
Wrestling.
Football.

Coaching became more than a role — it became his identity. Former athletes still call him Coach today, and many remain close with him years later.

For nearly 20 years, Ryan has hosted an annual Thanksgiving Turkey Bowl that brings former players back together — some even traveling from out of town just to be there.

That’s the kind of community Ryan believes Mesa deserves.

MESA CITY COUNCIL

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Priorities

  • A safe Mesa is the foundation of a strong community.

    Ryan believes residents deserve safe neighborhoods, strong emergency response, and leaders who stand with the people who protect our city.

    Ryan will:

    • Fully support Mesa Police, Fire, and first responders
    • Invest in staffing, equipment, and training to keep response times strong
    • Prioritize neighborhood safety across every part of District 5
    • Stand with law enforcement while expecting professionalism, transparency, and accountability

    Public safety isn’t political — it’s essential. Ryan will always put the safety of Mesa families, schools, and businesses first.

  • Mesa should be a place where families can put down roots, build their lives, and stay.

    As a longtime District 5 resident, coach, and community leader, Ryan understands what families need from their city government.

    Ryan will:

    • Protect Mesa’s strong neighborhoods and schools
    • Support policies that keep property values strong and communities stable
    • Keep taxes responsible while delivering reliable city services
    • Invest in safe parks, recreation, and community spaces

    Ryan believes city leadership should make everyday life easier — not more complicated — for Mesa families.

  • Mesa grows stronger when opportunity grows with it.

    Ryan supports responsible economic growth that creates jobs while preserving the character of our community.

    Ryan will:

    • Support local businesses and small business growth
    • Encourage job creation and innovation in Mesa
    • Reduce unnecessary regulation that makes it harder to start or grow a business
    • Promote policies that expand opportunity across every neighborhood

    Opportunity shouldn’t depend on zip code. Ryan believes every Mesa resident should have the chance to succeed.

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