Paradise Valley councilman also serves as Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce CEO
By Melissa Rosequist | Paradise Valley Independent
Questions previously raised about a perceived conflict of interest for Paradise Valley Councilman Mark Stanton, who serves as Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce president and CEO, have been thwarted by legal officials.
In December during a study session discussion evaluating House Bill 2672, a question was raised about Mr. Stanton’s position at the Chamber in regards to supporting short-term rental businesses in local municipalities.
Councilmembers had a lengthy discussion about the potential conflict of interest, and Mr. Stanton — who remained steadfast that he did not have a conflict of interest — requested an official opinion from Town Attorney Andrew Miller.
Citing a press release, which had previously run in the Scottsdale Independent, Mayor Jerry Bien-Willner referenced a quote he understood to be Mr. Stanton lauding the efforts of a short-term rental operator.
