Smith, Freeman square off in Arizona Republic debate on Oct. 8. How to watch

Mesa voters will get a close-up view of the direction the two mayoral candidates want to take the city in a forum hosted by The Arizona Republic.

The studio debate will run from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. It will be broadcast live on Mesa’s Channel 11 and livestreamed on Mesa’s YouTube account. It will be available for viewing later on those platforms as well on azcentral.com.

After term-limited Mayor John Giles leaves the post, a new mayor will take the helm of Mesa for the first time in 10 years. Councilmember Mark Freeman, who represents the northcentral area of the city, and Scott Smith, formerly Mesa mayor and Valley Metro, will appear at the forum.

The duo were the top two candidates in a crowded primary race. Now they will face off in November.

The candidates will discuss many issues, ranging from housing to economic development. Questions will come from The Republic and members of the public.

The debate will take place just one day before mail-in ballots begin to arrive. Tune in to find out why they think they are right for this role.

Republic reporter and host of The Briefing, a weekly video show , Rafael Carranza will moderate the debate.

If you have questions you would like to hear answered, email them to martiza.dominguez@arizonarepublic.com

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