The Legislative District 13 Democrats are a diverse, grassroots committee of the Arizona Democratic Party, representing AZ precincts in Chandler, Gilbert, and Sun Lakes.

As a Legislative District Committee, our role is vital in shaping local politics, advocating for progressive policies, and ensuring every voice in our community is heard. We believe that local involvement is the cornerstone of a thriving democracy, and we invite you to join us in our mission.

The Redistricting Commission formed the new Legislative District 13, which includes much of the same area as the previous Legislative District 17. We remain one of the most competitive districts in Arizona. You can find out more about the district by reading about our demographics.

Leadership

• Chair
  Deborah Matayabas
  
• 1st Vice Chair
  Vacant
  
• 2nd Vice Chair
  Zeyna Pruzhanovsky
  
• Secretary
  Catherine Hendricks
  
• Treasurer
  Rich Feely

Committees

In addition to our executive board, LD13 has several standing committees to serve the needs of our community. If you are interested in serving on any of these committees, please contact us.

Agents of Change Team (ACT)	This committee empowers individuals to drive positive change in their local communities by holding elected officials accountable and supporting champions of progress. Each meeting provides clear calls to action, equipping members with tangible steps like advocacy, outreach, and community engagement to influence decisions that impact daily lives. Together, we turn hope into action for a stronger community.
Community Outreach	Increase our visibility by engaging with organizations and groups within our district that share our values, including underrepresented communities, young voters, and other communities of interest.
Data Management and Field Operations	Use voter data to create and implement an outreach strategy to engage Democrats and progressive voters via canvasses, phone banks, and other methods that the committee identifies.
Fundraising	Create fun, engaging, and effective strategies to generate the revenue needed by our organization and committees.
PC Recruitment and Engagement	Increase the number of PCs in each precinct and provide training and tools necessary for them to engage their neighbors.
School Bus	LD13 supports our elected CUSD Governing Board and its students, families, teachers, and staff within the CUSD community. Join the LD13 School Bus and your presence will make a difference in support of public education.
Social Media and Communications	Create and distribute relevant content to members via social media, email, the web, and any other effective media that the committee identifies.
Voter Registration and Outreach	Increase the number of active Democratic voters through voter registration and voter education.

Precinct Committeepersons (PCs) are the most grassroots-level building block of our district. They are the driving force behind registering voters, getting out the word on candidates, and helping Democrats understand the party’s structure, process, and platform. They are the people who go out, walk neighborhoods, and connect with and activate progressive Arizonans, talking to Independent, unaffiliated, and Democratic voters alike. Elections are won or lost in precincts and PCs are vital to ensure strong Democratic support for Democratic candidates and issues.

PCs are elected during the primary election and serve a two-year term. PCs can also be appointed by their LD chair. Any registered Democrat is eligible to be a PC in the precinct where they live. PCs help make our committees successful and are eligible to be elected or appointed to the state committee, the governing body of the Arizona Democratic Party.

Bylaws