Author: Mike Kieffer

Mike Kieffer is an IT geek by hobby and trade, with a BS in Information Systems & Technology. He is a proud father of 10, a grandpa, an author, a journalist, and internet publisher. His motto is to "Elevate, Inspire and Inform", and he is politically conservative and a Christian. Mike has a passion for technology, writing, and helping others. With a wealth of experience, he is committed to sharing his knowledge with others to help them reach their full potential. He is known for his jackassery or his form of self-expression that encourages boldness, creativity, and risk-taking. It can be a way to push the boundaries and challenge traditional norms, leading to creative solutions and positive change.

Driving Safety Near a School or School Bus

August 17, 2021

Driving Safety Near a School or School Bus By Tyler Webster Driving near a school or a school bus can be dangerous if motorists don’t take proper precautions to ensure not just their own safety, but the safety of children in the vicinity. Here’s a guide to help you understand the right protocol to follow… Read more

Categories: Schools / Traffic

Show Me The Money – Campaign Contributions – Westmoreland (2017)

August 7, 2021

Candidates are required to supply the public with their contribution information for the election cycle. “Each candidate for elected municipal office is required to file a campaign finance statement with the City Recorder containing itemized and total campaign contributions and expenditures.” according to the Candidate Information Packet provided by the city. The problem is, since… Read more

Categories: #EM2021 / City Government

#EM2021 – Candidate Question – What I can do no one else can!

July 22, 2021

This is the last of the series of questions that I asked. And I think it may be one of the most important. I have also included at the end of this the PDF copy of the emails that I received with the candidates’ answers. Please reach out to them, each of them. The PDF… Read more

Categories: #EM2021

#EM2021 – Candidate Question – Housing Crisis

July 21, 2021July 21, 2021

Everyone in the news is talking about a housing crisis. And Eagle Mountain has not dodged the bullet as they say. There are people who have had their contracts pulled by the builders, houses are selling for over the asking price, and the cost of housing is increasing. The next question is to see how… Read more

Categories: #EM2021 / City Government

#2021 – Candidate Question – Communication

July 20, 2021July 21, 2021

Eagle Mountain City has recently had their Communications & Community Relations Director Accepted a Position With Draper City and the recently hired Tyler Maffitt as a replacement. One concern that comes up regularly, and one of the main reasons I have created this website, is Eagle Mountain City communications. I feel like I have a… Read more

Categories: #EM2021 / City Government

#EM2021 – Candidate Question – City Council Districts

July 19, 2021

During the first few years, when Eagle Mountain was young, the topic of districting came up several times during City Council meetings. The idea was that the city should be broken up into districts, and each district would have a City Council member elected from residents in that district. Eagle Mountain is growing, and the… Read more

Categories: #EM2021 / City Government

#EM2021 – Candidate Question – Vested Density/Building Moratorium

July 14, 2021

This is a two-question post. Eagle Mountain is seeing extensive growth, which is in conflict with the reasons the majority of Eagle Mountain residents moved to Eagle Mountain for. This question discusses vested growth and building moratoriums. Between the three types of developments, there are a total of 31,074 units that are vested or can… Read more

Categories: #EM2021 / Development

Eagle Mountain Meet the Candidates Night (July 15 – 6-9 p.m.)

July 13, 2021

During an election cycle, the informed voter tries to learn as much about the candidates as possible prior to the Primary (August 10, 2021) and Final Election in November (November 2, 2021). This election cycle is for the City Mayor as well as two City Council Seats. There will be no primary for the Mayor… Read more

Categories: iNSIDER

#EM2021 – Candidate Question – What Brings People To Eagle Mountain

July 12, 2021July 21, 2021

One of the biggest influencers on code should be why people come to an area. What they feel the area should look like and be like in the future. I feel it is important for anyone in city office to know why people move to an area, so that they can then tailor laws and… Read more

Categories: #EM2021 / City Government

Eagle Mountain City Seeks Public Comment on Transportation Master Plan

July 12, 2021July 12, 2021

EAGLE MOUNTAIN, UTAH (July 9, 2021) – Eagle Mountain City has updated its Transportation Master Plan, which serves as a 30-year planning guide for all modes of transportation within the community. The City is proactively planning and developing transportation solutions to accommodate future mobility and access needs. Eagle Mountain City’s population is projected to grow… Read more

Categories: Development / Traffic