Keith Woods and Chris Dobson Launch Campaigns for SRP Leadership
Election Day: Tuesday, April 5, 2022 | Power, Water, and Policy in Arizona
Tempe, AZ | SRP Elections, Public Utility Leadership, Arizona Energy Policy
In one of Arizona’s most vital yet often overlooked elections, two longtime Salt River Project (SRP) leaders have stepped forward with a bold vision for the future. Keith Woods, veteran SRP board director and CEO of KB Woods Public Relations, has officially announced his candidacy for SRP president. Joining him is Chris Dobson, a seasoned SRP council member and former board director, who has declared his candidacy for SRP vice president.
The SRP election is set for Tuesday, April 5, 2022, and includes races for president, vice president, board, and council seats.
A Critical Time for Leadership
“The Valley is getting bigger, drier, and hotter,” Woods said. “We need a strong SRP now more than ever. Together, Chris Dobson and I bring more than 40 years of combined water and electric policy experience to the table. We aim to help all of us find common solutions to these big issues.”
The SRP president serves as the chief executive officer, presiding over board meetings and guiding strategic policy for one of the nation’s largest public power and water utilities. The vice president assumes leadership duties in the president’s absence. Additionally, they play a key role in SRP’s day-to-day management.
Woods and Dobson: Experience That Matters
Woods’ tenure with SRP began in 1996 as a council member. By 2000, he had earned a board seat after a hard-fought campaign against Scottsdale Mayor Sam Campana. His prior run for SRP president came in 2010, when outgoing president John Williams endorsed him as a write-in candidate. Although he narrowly lost that race to current president David Rousseau, Woods’ near-win proved his deep base of support.
Dobson’s service on the SRP council spans over a decade, including time as chairman. He was briefly appointed to the SRP board in 2015 and ran again in 2016. His family legacy with SRP dates back to its founding, with multiple generations, including his father Dwayne Dobson, holding elected roles.
Woods brings decades of marketing, communications, and strategic leadership experience through his award-winning firm, KB Woods Public Relations. Dobson represents Arizona’s agricultural roots, managing Dobson Family Farms and running a hay press operation.
Campaign Website and Issues
The Woods–Dobson campaign has launched a dedicated website—www.woodsdobson.com. It features campaign priorities, issue briefs, candidate bios, testimonials, and a new campaign video outlining their vision for SRP’s future.
With Arizona facing mounting challenges related to climate, water supply, clean energy, and infrastructure, this election offers voters the opportunity to select experienced, proven leaders. These candidates understand the unique demands of both urban growth and environmental stewardship.
📢 SRP elections matter—make your voice heard on April 5, 2022.
To request a mail-in ballot or learn more about the election process, visit www.woodsdobson.com.
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