Proven Leadership.
Bold Progress.
Grounded in Service.
Berdetta Hodge is a lifelong Tempe resident, trailblazer, and proud mom. The first African-American woman elected to the Tempe City Council, she brings decades of public service, community leadership, and a bold vision for Tempe’s future. She believes in people-first policy and building a Tempe that works for everyone.
Berdetta's Accomplishments
As Tempe’s first African-American woman elected to City Council, Berdetta Hodge has delivered real results, including strengthening public safety, expanding digital access, and championing families and schools. From launching park cleanups and community drives to securing Google Fiber and advancing school safety, she turns vision into action. Her record reflects a proven leader building a safer, fairer, and more connected Tempe for everyone.
Berdetta's Core Values
Berdetta Hodge leads with a bold, people-first vision rooted in public safety, equity in education, and community-driven progress. From safer neighborhoods to stronger schools and thriving local economies, she’s building a Tempe that works for everyone.
