Gilbert's 2026 State of the Town: For Today. For Tomorrow. For Gilbert.

This year’s State of the Town brought our community together for an evening of reflection, connection, and a shared vision for Gilbert’s future. We were reminded that Gilbert’s continued success is rooted in the people who call this community home and the partnerships that help move us forward. 

This year’s theme, For Today. For Tomorrow. For Gilbert, reflects a commitment to balancing the needs of today with thoughtful planning for the future, all while staying grounded in the values that define our town. 

Gilbert continues to be recognized as one of the nation’s most caring communities and a place where families can live, work, and thrive. These recognitions are not just rankings; they reflect the people who make up our community. From residents and local businesses to Town staff and community partners, it is the collective effort of many that shapes Gilbert into the place we are proud to call home. 

The evening celebrated progress but also emphasized the importance of being honest about the work ahead. We’re making difficult but necessary decisions to invest in the infrastructure needed for a growing, maturing community, said Mayor Anderson. “That means planning deliberately and responsibly for the long term so, the Gilbert our children and grandchildren inherit is as strong, or stronger, than the one we know today," he added.

Watch the 2026 State of the Town address.