Ward 1, Position 2

Name

Brenda Thiel

Contact

Phone: (479) 442-3095

Address:
172 E Willoughby Dr
Fayetteville, AR 72701

Email: bthiel@cox.net

Personal Statement

"I consider it an honor to serve on the Fayetteville City Council. I have the time and energy to dedicate my full attention to representing the residents of Ward 1 and the City. I think it's very important for me to take the time to listen to my constituents and respond to their concerns. I also work hard to stay informed about the issues in order to make educated decisions for the citizens of Fayetteville.

I love Fayetteville. It's a beautiful city and offers a wonderful quality of life. I believe it's important to protect our City's natural beauty while maintaining a solid financial base for our infrastructure needs. I've always tried to thoughtfully balance the interests of the neighborhoods and individuals with those of business and growth."

Occupation & Education

I am a lifelong resident of Fayetteville and have lived in Ward 1 for 35 years. I graduated from Fayetteville High School in 1966 and attended the University of Arkansas. I currently own and manage rental property.

Personal Information

"I enjoy some of the wonderful things we have in Fayetteville. I visit the Blair Library, walk my Corgi in our great parks, and attend performances at the Walton Arts Center. I also love to dance and am currently taking ballroom dancing."

Community Service

Past President: League of Women Voters, Washington County
Past President: League of Women Voters, Arkansas
Past Chair: Fayetteville Parks and Recreation Board

Committee Involvement

Chair: Ordinance Review Committee
Chair: Environmental Concerns Committee
Member: Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission
Member: Street Committee

My Key Issues

• Support long-range planning for sustainable and attractive growth
• Revitalize South Fayetteville including future development of the UA Research and Technology Park
• Balance government services with taxpayers concerns
• Find ways to provide adequate housing for Fayetteville citizens
• Support the 2025 Plan

Ward Meeting Schedule

Ward 1 meetings are held periodically in different sections of the ward. Meeting announcements are made through email, the media, and this website.