2003 Historymaker Calvin C. Goode dies at age 93

We are saddened to learn that long-time Phoenix City Councilman Calvin C. Goode has died, Wednesday, December 23 at the age of 93. He was honored as a Historymaker by the Historical League in 2003. There are many, many tributes to him. He will be missed.

KJZZ reports: As Phoenix’s second African American council member, Calvin C. Goode was elected 11 consecutive times. He served a record 22 years before retiring. Goode died Wednesday at the age of 93. Through a city spokesperson, the Goode family said Calvin C. Goode passed at 3:25 p.m. on Dec. 23, 2020, at Banner University Medical Center from a non-COVID related illness. Memorial services are pending. The family requests privacy during this time.

 During a 2001 interview for the Historical League’s Arizona HistoryMakers collection, Calvin C. Goode was asked what he’d like to be remembered for. 

“Don’t talk about all the awards,” he said. “I got a lot of plaques but remember me as a person who tried to do the best thing for people.” 

https://kjzz.org/content/1639681/longest-serving-phoenix-city-councilmember-calvin-c-goode-dies-93

Calvin Goode busy with MLK celebrations

Honored as a Historymaker in 2003, Calvin Goode continues to be involved in civic affairs. So good to see him recognized again and again for all he has done as a renowned Phoenix City Councilman and educator. He continues to volunteer and improve the lives of so many. Congratulations Mr. Goode.

Preservation of David and Gladys Wright House

From the David Wright House

March 1 at 2:55pm ·

Hello supporters! We wanted to share a brief statement about the latest happenings at the David Wright House.
The David and Gladys Wright House is involved in very early discussions with potential partners, including higher-learning institutions, that would advance the mission of the Foundation to preserve the home, celebrate the artistic legacy of Frank Lloyd Wright and inspire future generations of artists and architects through educational and cultural programming.
These discussions include institutions of higher learning, some of whom are supporting a continuance of the City-initiated Historic Preservation case at Wednesday’s (3/2/16) Phoenix City Council meeting until Dec. 7, 2016. This time will allow all parties to pursue a business and preservation plan that will advance the Foundation’s mission in a manner that is compatible with a vast majority of residents.
We want to thank Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton for his leadership on the future of this important cultural and community treasure. Mayor Stanton has set an example for all of us to follow as we work together to preserve this iconic treasure.
- Zach Rawling, principal of David Wright House LLC., and President of David and Gladys Wright House Foundation