YES on Prop 410 cruises to victory
Nov. 4, 2026
Chino Valley, Ariz. - Statement from the YES on Prop 410 campaign after securing a 52%-48% win in Tuesday’s election:
“We are grateful to the people of Chino Valley for their support of Proposition 410 and the confidence they have placed in this project. This is an important step for the Perkins Ranch and the community, and we're ready to get to work. We appreciate everyone who participated in this election and look forward to working together to make this project a success for Chino Valley.”
Media Roundup - Oct. 15, 2026
Economist Jim Rounds, P&Z Chair Chuck Merritt, and Tom Perkins joined Steve Blair on KYCA Oct. 2. Click below to listen.
Tom Perkins spoke to the Chino Valley Area Chamber of Commerce on Oct. 14. Click below to watch.
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The Chino Valley Review covered the YES on Prop 410 Early Ballot BBQ on Oct. 14. Read below.
NO Campaign Cited For Campaign Violation Law - Oct. 6, 2026
CHINO VALLEY, Ariz. — It’s official: The NO on 410 campaign violated Arizona campaign finance law. Back in August, we exposed that 63% of the NO campaign’s cash was flowing into their war chest from outside Chino Valley. On top of that, the Town of Chino Valley made a determination that donor information in the NO campaign’s finance reports is incomplete, per A.R.S. § 16-926(B)(2)(a)(i). The matter has been referred to the Town Attorney for “enforcement action.” Don’t let outsiders run Chino’s affairs. Vote YES on Prop 410.
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Here’s to a great October! A few reasons to vote YES on Prop 410! - Oct. 1, 2026
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Sept. 25, 2026
NO Chair Jo Ann Savage Declines Debate Invitation
CHINO VALLEY, Ariz. — Representatives of YES on Prop 410 sought to arrange a public debate through a third party, offering both sides the opportunity to agree on a neutral location and moderator.
Confirmed via a text message, NO on Prop 410 campaign chairwoman Jo Savage declined the invitation before discussions about a location or moderator began. The YES campaign does not know why she declined.
The proposed debate would have given residents an opportunity to hear both sides discuss Proposition 410 and the Perkins Ranch Airfield before casting their ballots.
“It’s disappointing but not surprising,” Tom Perkins, YES on Prop 410 Steering Committee Member, said. “The YES on Prop 410 campaign will be hosting an afternoon BBQ on Saturday, Oct. 10 and welcome any community members to join us if they’d like to hear more about the benefits of Prop 410. We’ll send out the details very soon.”
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Aug. 6, 2026
New Economic Analysis: Proposed Perkins Ranch Airstrip Could Generate More Than $546,000 for Chino Valley
CHINO VALLEY, Ariz. — The YES on Proposition 410 campaign today released a new economic impact analysis showing that Phase I construction of the proposed Perkins Ranch airstrip is projected to generate approximately $546,300 in revenue for the Town of Chino Valley.
Prepared by Arizona-based Rounds Consulting Group, the analysis projects that the proposed airstrip would serve as the foundation for a phased aviation education project that could support 282 jobs annually, generate approximately $3.1 million in construction-related revenue, provide $113 million in planned long-term private investment, and about $100,900 in recurring annual revenue for the Town of Chino Valley. The report is based on a 20-year economic analysis of the planned project.
To put the Phase I estimate into perspective, the projected $546,300 in Town revenue is comparable in scale to major capital projects Chino Valley has recently completed, including improvements to Town facilities and the Senior Center. While the revenue would not be dedicated to any specific project, it would provide additional resources for future Town priorities.
"Throughout this campaign, people have asked a simple question: What does Chino Valley get?" said Tom Perkins, president of Perkins Ranch. "This report puts numbers to that question. It shows the proposed airstrip can preserve a working ranch while creating meaningful economic opportunities for our community."
Danny Perkins, chairman of the YES on Proposition 410 campaign, said the analysis demonstrates that the proposed airstrip represents more than a runway.
"The proposed airstrip is the first step," Perkins said. "It creates an opportunity for Chino Valley to grow responsibly over time while preserving Perkins Ranch and the rural character that makes our community special. This report shows what that opportunity could mean for jobs, private investment, and new revenue for the Town."
The proposed airstrip represents the first phase of a planned project designed to grow over time. Any future phases would continue through the Town's normal public review and approval process.
Click/tap here to read the full economic impact report.
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