Ceballos Viner, Denise

Meet the Candidate

Running For:
City Council
District:
8
Political Affiliation:
Republican
Phone:
602-350-0268
Age:
55
Occupation:
Community Leader
Biographical Info:

Denise Ceballos-Viner, a woman of faith who is not afraid to face adversaries. She is courageous and believes God has called her to rise up for such a time as this. Denise immigrated from the Dominican Republic in the 1970s and fell in love with this country. As a wife, mother, and grandmother, Denise understands the value of family and has worked with thousands of families and children throughout the valley for almost 25 years. She finds joy and purpose in serving and advocating for the community. She is married to a Commander of the Phoenix Police Department, which is the root of her support for law enforcement. Denise prides herself on maintaining balance in her perspective, and understands and appreciates the struggles and concerns of our community.

Statement:

I am running for the district 8 City Council seat to replace Carlos Garcia, a man that has openly shared his anti-police sentiments and ignored the cry of the community for more public safety. The lack of support from most of our City Council leaders is the reason why many of our officers are walking away. We cannot afford to keep Carlos Garcia in office and cannot afford to elect other candidates into office with similar anti-law enforcement beliefs.

Our community is in serious need of better leadership. Crime has risen and families do not feel safe. Our law enforcement officers are overworked, understaffed, and attacked by our current councilmember. It’s time we heal our community and develop a better relationship of trust between community and our police. Our homeless population has grown and it’s time we help these individuals who struggle with addiction, mental illness, and/or poverty find resources to rehabilitate themselves and live in better circumstances, off of the streets.

Our community has grown; however, we do not have resources that are commensurate with that growth. There are needs for healthy food options, more medical services, a hospital to address the needs within our community, and affordable housing options. We must work to prevent the gentrification of South Phoenix, a place where many Hispanics and African Americans have built their historic businesses and homes.

Each community member should feel their council member is available to listen, work together, and identify solutions that will instill a sense of pride vs. feelings of being ignored and sold out.

Our community is in serious need of better leadership. Crime has risen and families do not feel safe. Our law enforcement officers are overworked, understaffed, and attacked by our current councilmember. It’s time we heal our community and develop a better relationship of trust between community and our police. Our homeless population has grown and it’s time we help these individuals who struggle with addiction, mental illness, and/or poverty find resources to rehabilitate themselves and live in better circumstances, off of the streets. 

Our community has grown; however, we do not have resources that are commensurate with that growth. There are needs for healthy food options, more medical services, a hospital to address the needs within our community, and affordable housing options. We must work to prevent the gentrification of South Phoenix, a place where many Hispanics and African Americans have built their historic businesses and homes.  

Each community member should feel their council member is available to listen, work together, and identify solutions that will instill a sense of pride vs. feelings of being ignored and sold out.

Survey

Response Legend

  • SSupports
  • OOpposes
  • *Comment
  • Declined to respond
  • Declined to respond, Position based on citation

Question Response Comments/Notes
1. Denying government funding to "sanctuary cities" that do not comply with federal immigration laws S* Everyone needs to follow the law of of land.
2. Allowing all parents to use tax credits, vouchers, or education savings accounts to enable children to attend any public, charter, private, homeschool, or online academy S* Parents should have the rights to choose where their children should go to school.
3. Expanding background checks to include guns purchased from private individuals O* The role of the City shouldn't be to take away Constitutional Rights. People have been able to protect their own homes, families, and lives because of the sacred right to bear arms.
4. Using taxpayer funds to support any organization that provides, promotes, or provides referrals for abortion O* Tax payers should not be responsible for anyone's personal decision.
5. Prohibiting abortion except when it is necessary to prevent the death of the mother S
6. Providing tax breaks to certain industries over others S* Certain industries provide a greater net positive impact to our tax base, and for future growth and expansion. Not every company is going to be alike, so not every tax break should also be alike.
7. Adding "sexual orientation," "gender identity," or "gender expression" to the protected classes of race, religion, age, sex, and ancestry in nondiscrimination ordinances O* Absolutely NOT!
8. Protecting a parent's right to seek professional counseling for their minor child with same-sex attraction or gender identity issues to help them reach their desired outcome S* The children belong to the parents, not the government.
9. Setting minimum wage above the state minimum wage O* I want to let the free market determine what employee should be paid rather than intrusive governmental oversight dictating of business policies.
10. Protecting individuals and businesses from being required to use their artistic expression in a manner that violates their conscience S
11. Requiring any government entity, including schools, to inform parents about their child’s physical, emotional, or mental health S
12. Establishing electric retail competition to eliminate the current monopoly system for electric utilities S