Public Safety. Infrastructure. Accessibility, Accountability, and Transparency.

The Name You Know!

I’m Rodney Anderson, and I believe that Grand Prairie works best when City Hall focuses on the basics. Safe neighborhoods, reliable infrastructure, and responsible use of taxpayer dollars. I am running for City Council to bring experience, common sense, and accountability back to local government.

Priorities

Public Safety Comes First – Keeping Grand Prairie safe starts with supporting our police, fire, and first responders. I believe public safety should always be a top priority, with clear expectations, responsible funding, and respect for those who serve our community every day.

Infrastructure That Works -Roads, drainage, and core services matter to everyday life. I support smart planning and proactive maintenance so infrastructure problems are addressed early before they become expensive emergencies for taxpayers.

Accessibility, Accountability, and Transparency – As your next City Councilman, I will be accessible, accountable, and transparent. My personal cell phone number is 214-679-4106 and my email is [email protected]. Call or text me any time.

Meet Rodney Anderson

Rodney Anderson has always believed in hard work, and a deep commitment to his family and community. He attended public schools within Grand Prairie ISD and stayed close to home for college, earning a BBA in Real Estate from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1990.

Rodney has long been committed to public education and serving others. Over the years, he has volunteered countless hours with organizations such as the Boy Scouts of America, PTA, the YMCA, First Free Will Baptist Church, and Rotary International.

Rodney is not a career politician. Before entering public service, he built a successful career as a businessman, gaining firsthand experience in leadership, problem-solving, and responsible decision-making. In 2010, he chose to run for public office because he believed he could make a meaningful difference for his community, applying the same hard work and practical business principles that had guided his professional life.

During his time in public service, Rodney focused on issues that directly affected families and neighborhoods, including private property rights, education, and responsible governance. His work earned recognition from professional and civic organizations for his thoughtful approach and dedication to addressing real-world concerns.

With more than 30 years of business experience, Rodney understands the importance of responsible budgeting, smart growth, and supporting an environment where local businesses and families can thrive. He has consistently worked to protect public education, support teachers and schools, and ensure decisions are made as close to the local level as possible.

Rodney Anderson has deep roots in the community he calls home. He married Heather Jerden in 1991, and together they raised three children who attended public schools in Grand Prairie ISD. His family’s history in the area goes back generations. His grandfather, Bob Harless, moved the family to the area in the early 1950s and worked as a house painter and small business owner in Grand Prairie for more than 40 years. Rodney’s parents, Bennie and Sandy Anderson, have owned a small property management company in Grand Prairie since 1986, and his father previously worked for many years at a local defense contractor.

Education and service run deep in the family. Rodney’s father-in-law served as a school principal for more than 35 years, and his sister-in-law is a teacher with over 20 years of experience.

These deep roots are why Rodney cares so deeply about the future of the community. This is his home. It is his life. He is committed to continuing to improve the quality of life for families across Tarrant and Dallas counties.