Honorable William “Bill” Hawkins was born in Florence, Arizona in 1950 and raised in Casa Grande. He was educated in Pinal County and Central Arizona College. He moved to Tempe in 1972 and worked in the Redi-Mix Concrete Industry until 1998. Mr. Hawkins moved back to Florence in 1998. His family has lived in Florence since 1912.

Mr. Hawkins is member of the Coolidge-Florence Elks Lodge #2350. His hobbies include woodcarving, wrought iron fencing, and gates. He is an avid motorcycle rider and enjoys snow and water skiing. Mr. Hawkins serves as Council liaison to the Planning and Zoning Commission.