Trusted LeaderSHIP

Connecting communities. Building futures.

  • Elected to Avondale City Council (term began January 2023)

  • Serves as Chair of the Avondale Audit Committee

  • Member of City Council Subcommittee for Boards and Commissions

  • Appointed member of the Maricopa Association of Governments Transportation Policy Committee

  • Vice Chair, Valley Metro Board of Directors

  • Chair, Valley Metro Audit & Finance Subcommittee

  • Member of Valley Metro Joint Subcommittee

  • Serves on National League of Cities Transportation & Infrastructure Federal Advocacy Committee

  • Parliamentarian for the National Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials

  • Former roles include Board of Adjustments member and Neighborhood & Family Services Commission alternate

Civic LeaderSHIP

Max White has built a strong and multifaceted record of civic leadership within Avondale, combining elected service with regional and national policy engagement. Since being elected to the City Council in 2022, she has taken on influential leadership roles that extend beyond local governance, positioning herself as a key voice in transportation, infrastructure, and community advocacy.

Her appointments to regional bodies such as the Maricopa Association of Governments Transportation Policy Committee and her leadership within Valley Metro—including serving as Vice Chair of its Board of Directors and Chair of its Audit & Finance Subcommittee—demonstrate a significant role in shaping transit policy across the Phoenix metropolitan area.

In addition, her work with national organizations like the National League of Cities reflects her broader impact on policy discussions related to equity, infrastructure, and federal advocacy. Collectively, her leadership portfolio highlights a trajectory focused on governance, financial oversight, and advancing regional mobility initiatives.

Transit and Transportation

Key Milestones & Contributions

  • Advocated for enhanced public transit access with regional collaboration

  • Supported alignment with Valley Metro service expansion and planning initiatives

  • Promoted West Valley connectivity to improve commuter and economic mobility

  • Engaged in community-focused transportation discussions impacting local residents

  • Contributed to long-term infrastructure and mobility planning strategies

Max White has demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing the quality of life for residents in Avondale through her engagement in regional mobility and infrastructure conversations tied to Valley Metro. As a City Council member, she has been closely aligned with the broader vision of strengthening connectivity across the West Valley, helping ensure that Avondale remains an active participant in the evolving transportation network of Phoenix and its surrounding communities. Her work reflects a forward-thinking approach to public service—prioritizing accessibility, economic opportunity, and sustainable growth through improved transit solutions. By supporting collaborative planning efforts and advocating for community-centered mobility initiatives, Max White contributes to shaping a more connected and resilient future for the region.

Endorsements

Municipal Leaders

Avondale:

  • Gloria Solorio
  • Tina Conde

Goodyear:

  • Benita Beckles
  • Laura Kaino
  • Vicki Gillis

Buckeye:

  • Jamaine Berry


Fountain Hills:

  • Peggy McMahon

Tolleson:

  • Juan Rodriquez - Mayor
  • Jimmy Davis - Vice Mayor

Glendale:

  • Lupe Conchas

Companies

  • Arizona List
  • Southwest DEMS
  • WE SERV

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