District 1 Office Staff
The District 1 staff is here to serve the needs of residents. We answer questions, refer residents to city departments and take suggestions from residents. Please do not hesitate to call or e-mail us at any time.
Judy Lorch, chief of staff
Judy is new to the Phoenix City Council office. Previously, she was employed by the Maricopa County Sheriff for 28 years and retired as the Substance Abuse Treatment Programs Administrator. She has a master’s degree in Forensic Psychology. Judy is excited to have the opportunity to work with the City Council and Mayor’s staff members and to serve the citizens of Phoenix, especially those in District 1.
Xandon Keating, research analyst
Prior to joining the District 1 staff, Xandon worked for both the city’s Planning Department and the Office of Environmental Programs. Xandon holds a master’s degree in City and Regional Planning from the Georgia Institute of Technology, with a specialization in Environmental Planning. He completed his Bachelor of Arts at the University of Colorado, with a dual major in Political Science and Economics. In his current position, Xandon helps coordinate district events and assists residents with neighborhood issues and city services.
Martha Espindola, administrative coordinator
Martha Espindola has been serving the residents of District 1 for more than nine years. As the administrative coordinator for the office, Martha handles all scheduling for Councilwoman Williams. She is often the first voice someone hears when they call the office. Martha is a lifelong resident of Phoenix.
Jennifer Kitson, council aide
Jennifer Kitson graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, a minor in Spanish and certificate in International Studies. Prior to working in the District 1 office, Jennifer worked as an intern for the city’s Public Information Office, the Arizona-Mexico Commission at the Office of the Governor, and The Arizona Republic. Jennifer completed her undergraduate thesis in nonprofit communication strategies and speaks Spanish fluently.
Phone: 602-262-7444
TTY: 602-256-3498
E-mail: council.district.1@phoenix.gov
City of Phoenix, Council Office
200 W. Washington St., 11th floor
Phoenix, AZ 85003