About
She moved from Peoria to El Mirage in 2004. Councilmember Norton-McDaniel has served on the City Council since being appointed to fill a vacancy in November of 2017. She was then was elected in August 2018 to serve the citizens of El Mirage and re-elected again in 2022. Anita has been a champion supporter of public safety, helping to bring about positive and progressive changes in our Police and Fire Departments. She joined the MAG Regional Domestic Violence Council in February 2020 and has served as Chair since May 2021. She also served as an alternate to the Community Development Advisory Committee of Maricopa County Human Services Division (CDAC), which has brought in millions of federal dollars for City improvements. After concerns were raised regarding a major incident involving local teens in the spring of 2018, Anita established El Mirage Cares, a program the City provides to inform parents, families, and local residents about the many dangers and obstacles that challenge the health and welfare of our young children, teens, and adults through free public forums. With the involvement of members of the Maricopa County Attorney's Office and other professionals, as well as the participation of the Dysart Unified School District, some of the topics covered thus far have included the dangers of drugs and vaping, teen dating and domestic violence, suicide prevention and awareness, sex trafficking, and bullying and depression. The goal of this program is to save lives and promote healthy families. Anita is thankful for the opportunity to serve the citizens of El Mirage and to be part of a growing City with the goal of enhancing the lives of all who live, work in, and visit our great community. | Contact Information - Email: anorton@elmirageaz.gov - Phone: 623-640-3814