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cedarvalleysentinel.com sent a survey to each of the City Council and Mayor Candidates for the 2017 election. The questions included ones about roads, education, city issues, city strengths, as well as a few to get to know the candidates on a more personal level. Over the next few weeks, those answers will be published on cedarvalleysentinel.com. If you have missed any, want to catch up, or just review them again, you can do so by visiting the Cedar Valley Sentinel (formerly i84005) Election Center at http://cedarvalleysentinel.com/elections/. Feel free to share these articles on social media. Lets get the word out and increase voter participation in this election cycle. Eagle Mountain is a great city, and it can be made even greater by our elected officials, but they need input from the residents.
The answers for the candidates have not been modified in anyway. We have also randomized the order that the answers are listed in for each question.
My leisure time really is focused primarily around family because that is my season in life right now. I love the peace that comes from being prepared for life’s disasters so my husband and I have been studying to pass the HAM Radio test. I like to travel to small towns where my ancestors once lived and find cool family tidbits in local cemeteries and historical societies. I am also really passionate about baking— I have seriously taken cinnamon rolls to the next level.Tyler Shimakonis – City Council Candidate
When family is taken care of, and the civic obligations are met you can find me on a football field, wrestling mat, or softball diamond serving as a ref, umpire, or stripes. I recently had the chance to be down on the field at BYU’s stadium this was a great experience to be there.Matt Visser – City Council Candidate
My spare time is mostly spent with my family. We love to spend time on the boat. Camping on the beach at Yuba is our favorite quick trip. I like to spend time standing in the river fishing, the middle Provo is my favorite. It’s great for a quick trip and the place where I feel closest to God. Flipping flies with nobody around listening to nature is where I like to think, about life.Jan Preece – City Council Candidate
I like to read, I like to watch movies. I love Utah, so I like to visit the National Parks and National Monuments. I like to go on day hikes. And I love camping in the desert. I like to go to education things.Debbie Hooge – Full Time Mayor Candidate
Well, I am a bit of a movie buff. I like to listen to and watch the news. I like to take lots of long walks. Most of my extra time, however, is spent with my babies and my grandchildren. There is nothing like the joy of holding someone who loves you, or reading to them, or playing with them. So, that’s where I am when I can be.Jared Gray – City Council Candidate
I love the out doors. I fish, hunt, and ride horses. If I have free time, I’m usually on a horse, looking at wildlife, up in the mountains. I also love sports. And I like being involved in service activities. I love being around people and friends. Love just talking. And being with my kids on an adventure is awesome.Stephanie Gricius – Part Time Mayor Candidate
In my downtime I like to read and spend time with my family. We perform a lot of outdoor activities, ranging from trampoline play to fishing and hiking.Drew Curley – City Council Candidate
I spend most of my leisure time with my family going on hikes, bike rides, camping, golfing, and shooting. I am an avid fan of the performing arts, and my family will often visit the theater or ballet. I also participate in film making, playing the guitar, and working on various projects. I am also actively involved other endeavors, including providing fund raisers for people with special needs and helping local businesses like the Doll House Haunt.Donna Burnham – City Council Candidate
Spending time with my husband is my favorite hobby. I enjoy reading, spending time with my immediate and extended family, traveling, and playing board and card games. My children prefer experiences to gifts, so we focus on family trips and other experiences to bring us together as a family.
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