Year: 2015

On November 18th, UDOT held a public meeting at Blackridge Elementary to solicit feedback on the future expansion of Cory Wride Highway (SR-73). If you weren’t able to make it to that meeting, I’ll share some info and some commentary to help you understand the what, why and when of the proposed concept. Eagle Mountain… Read more

Yes, it is that time again. Time for the residents of Eagle Mountain to get out to the polls and vote for the City Council candidates they feel represent their views the best. I just wanted to take a moment to encourage each resident to make it a point to get to the polls today…. Read more

For several public meetings now, the City Council and I have been discussing the topic of spending the utility sale proceeds. As you may imagine, there are many varying opinions as to how the proceeds should be spent. At this time I would like to do two things. First, I would like to give insight… Read more

I don’t know what it was like to ride a horse along the Pony Express Trail, but I’m betting it wasn’t as complicated to maintain the trail as it is our city streets. As a young and growing community, road improvements are high on the list of priorities for Eagle Mountain City. Road improvements have… Read more

In war, whichever side may call itself the victor, there are no winners, but all are losers. – Neville Chamberlain I believe this to be true in almost all circumstances. Certainly, that is the case with the fight against the prison relocation. While today there are three communities likely feeling a strange anxious relief, there… Read more

I apologize for keeping you in suspense over the prison relocation process. As you may know, the Prison Relocation Commission met on July 16th to receive a status update on the ongoing site analysis of the four sites under consideration. I haven’t posted my response for several reasons. 1. I had so many thoughts to… Read more

In the midst of all the conversation about the prison relocation I recognize that many people may be wondering what else is going on within the City. I know that many of you have voiced concerns over the condition of the fields for soccer and baseball. I am aware of the condition of the fields,… Read more

As the title indicates, I apologize for the late reminder, but I want everyone to be aware of two items. There are two important meetings taking place tonight which you are welcome and even encouraged to attend as you are able. First, there is a public hearing at the State Capitol for the public to… Read more

I want to say thank you to our residents. You showed up in force on June 2nd at the PRC Open House and Q&A. In a day where taking even one hour to relax is like precious gold, you gave freely of your time to be a voice for your community. Thank you to each… Read more

A parent contacted me to voice their concern over my absence from the Westlake High School Graduation today. The parent was right to contact me. In hindsight I should not have placed any other obligation or priority above attending the graduation. It is a decision which I regret. I won’t make excuses for myself. I… Read more