Education
Bacelor of Science in Mathematics, USU; Master of Education in Curriculum Design/Instructional Technology; Master of Education in Public Administration
The short answer to that question is that I want to help - to be a public servant, with all that means and entails. I have no issues I'm angry about, no vendettas or axes to grind. The timing is right in my life to enable me to serve on the city council, and give that all the time and attention it deserves.
However, I do have some motivation in my service, and that would be my family. As my children are growing closer to the age that they will leave home and begin families and careers of their own, I would like them to think FIRST or returning to live, work, and raise families here. I want to be part of preserving what I love about Roy, and improving the city for all that live and bring their families to raise here.
Cities are tasked with providing services to enhance residents' well-being. These include public safety, basic infrastructure, and public transportation (roads). The PEOPLE involved are crucial to all these and it is vital to nurture and support those people to maintain the cherished culture in Roy.
But the most pressing issue in Roy is the need for increased stakeholder involvement - community members, business owners, and public employees.
As a city council, we must prioritize listening to our citizens. It is essential to engage actively and understand what the community desires. By doing so, we ensure that needs and goals of all stakeholders are acknowledged and addressed.
A third, and most difficult issue, is that of accomplishing these first two within a balanced budget that relies on more than just continual property tax. Collaboratively creating a data and information-driven long-term plan in which all stakeholders have had a part, this third issue is addressed.
I have lived in Roy for more than 23 years, and taught mathematics and Statistics at Roy High School for longer.
In that time, I have met with thousands of parents, teachers, students, business owners, public officers, and officials. Each of those meetings had the same goal - creating a plan with limited resources, required guidelines and budgets, all geared towards maximizing the success and efforts of all those involved. I have headed departments with a budget, and had the same data-driven, results-oriented approach to leadership. My experience at meeting people where they are and helping them collaborate on a plan to have success in whatever they are doing. My experience is Listening, Learning, and making tough decisions with integrity
The priority is safety - without it, people and businesses leave or are left without the ability to focus on their lives or business. The budget should reflect that, and be frequently re-examined to ensure that needs and budget are being met. Other essentials include basic infrastructure, water, sewer, and roads. Other services provided are secondary, but do often mesh with essential services.
Secondary services should be as self-funding as possible. Better management, increased usership, increased user fees, and better community partnerships are all examples of actions that could be taken to better balance the budget in these activities. I would require all services to be examined to see which of those steps would better meet the budget
A thriving community is one where people want to be, and have the resources and opportunities to grow and promote their own and others' better well-being. This means creating a community where, first, people feel and ARE safe. Second, where they can meet their basic needs, including adequate housing and basic infrastructure.
After these essential responsibilities of the city government are met, an atmosphere needs to be created where people are engaged in those decisions. A community that thrives is one in which people are actively seeking out ways to engage in wholesome recreation, serve each other, and exercise their rights without government intrusion, and with the support of their fellow neighbors and community stakeholders.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Communication
I’m running for City Council because I love Roy and care deeply about the people who live here. This is where I’ve raised my family, built strong relationships, and invested my time and energy as a parent, volunteer, and community advocate. I want to help preserve the hometown feel that makes Roy special while planning wisely for our future.
What motivates me most is the opportunity to be a voice for families, seniors, single adults, and young professionals alike. I want to make sure that our city grows in ways that are smart, balanced, and rooted in our shared values. I believe in transparency, listening to residents, and making thoughtful decisions that benefit the whole community
Taxes
Roy faces financial challenges, so I’m committed to finding multiple solutions that boost economic development.
Growth
Growth is a real challenge in Roy, especially as we’re nearly built out and face state housing requirements and rising costs. Serving on the Planning Commission has shown me how complex development is. I support smart development that creates opportunities for Roy citizens while preserving Roy’s hometown spirit.
Resources that lift
Through my volunteer work in our city, I’ve seen many residents face significant challenges. While the city’s direct aid is limited, partnering with churches, schools, and food pantries can raise awareness and support community efforts like clothing and book swaps, parenting and healthy relationship classes, financial aid, domestic violence resources, and more. I’m committed to fostering these partnerships because when we lift our most vulnerable and youth, we lift the entire community and strengthen our future.
I bring 15 years of hands-on community involvement in Roy and a lifelong commitment to service.
I’ve served as PTSA President at Sand Ridge Junior High, on Roy’s Planning Commission, the Business Advisory Board, Communities That Care, multiple school community councils, and as a leader with Scouting America. These roles have given me insight into our city’s needs across generations, and helped me understand how to work with residents, city staff, and local organizations to get things done.
My rural upbringing, leadership experience, and deep roots in Roy have shaped my commitment to thoughtful growth, community connection, and preserving the hometown spirit we all love.
Continuing to balance Roy’s budget, requires fiscal responsibility, creativity, and collaboration. I believe we must prioritize essential services—like public safety, infrastructure, and parks—while also exploring new, realistic revenue opportunities that don’t place additional burden on taxpayers.
Ideas worth considering include sponsorships or advertising at the Rec Center, expanding income-generating programs, hosting more festivals to draw visitors, and revitalizing a shop-local campaign. We could also explore forming a Roy Business Alliance and reviewing city policies to identify new possibilities. We need to stay open to change—because if we don’t adapt, change will com
A thriving community is one where people are involved, and committed to working together—even when they disagree. It’s a place where residents can afford to live, know their neighbors, and feel supported through life’s ups and downs. It values and uplifts youth, families, seniors, and single adults alike. A thriving city requires open communication between the city and its citizens, fiscal responsibility, a shared sense of accountability, a responsibility to each other, and a culture of gracious fortitude.
Education
Bachelor of Integrated Studies (English, ASL Interpreting, Music), Weber State University; Certificate of Program Completion (ASL Interpreting), Davis Technology College
I am motivated by public service and making an impact. Apart from my official leadership roles described herein, I have always been involved in my community--from large-scale projects, such as The 9/11 Project by Major Brent Taylor Foundation and Rock the Vote, to PTA service and youth sports coaching. I have given time freely to numerous writing projects, some for West Haven City and Weber County, and some for individual job or graduate school candidates. This passion to be involved has led me to run for city council and make a further difference by sharing my skills and experience where I've chosen to raise my family.
1. The unbalanced budget. I want to explore options such as expanding sales tax and enticing businesses to set up in Roy; deep-diving into budget choices; and applying for grants. I hope we can find solutions besides property tax so that avenue is not relied on so heavily to address the budget gap. Issues of budget also include prioritizing our public safety workers to make sure they are properly compensated. I do not want to jeopardize our public safety in the budget.
2. Housing and development. I envision Roy as a city where residents can remain throughout every stage of their lives with housing options to match. Strategic placement of attached housing is crucial to maintain logical city planning and continuity, and autonomous placement of attainable housing, independent of state interference.
3. Public engagement. Number of voters show the level of interest. I want to bring information to people in the amount and using the platforms they prefer to increase their engagement.
I am a member of the RAMP tax advisory board. I have served on the Head Start Policy Council at OWCAP for 4 years in roles such as Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary/Treasurer, and a council member. In these roles, I have contributed on OWCAP's Planning Committee and Finance Committee, and will be sitting on the Executive Committee this fall, as well. I also volunteered on the Olene S. Walker Institute of Politics and Public Service at Weber State, where I was the fundraising liaison and organized events to improve voter turnout around the county. Until I am elected, I will continue to give 100% in roles such as these and look forward to the day when I can focus all my energy in Roy City.
One area of the budget that certainly requires more funding is public safety (fire and police). The budget currently prioritizes other things over this, and that is unsustainable. In order to keep our safety departments running at full-caliber, I want to carefully analyze the budget for money that can be reassigned. Items that are losing the city money or do not benefit all residents evenly are appropriate items to consider decreasing. In addition, the budget can be bolstered with increase in revenue from sales tax as a growing resident base entices businesses to choose Roy as a location.
A thriving community is a place where people are confident in their leadership. Their needs are met and their own financial concerns are minimal so they can look outward to the needs of others. People are engaged in government and want to contribute perspectives and ideas. In a thriving community, people speak kindly of one another and support each other, no matter the differences. They enjoy time spent together at events and working together to improve life.
As a current City Council member there are still many things that I would still like to accomplish.
For any citizen or business that has brought me an issue I’ve worked relentlessly in order to come to the best resolution for all parties.
The thing that motivates me the most is the various and multifaceted challenges that are brought before the council and coming up wiht solutions to them.
Issue 1 is employee retention.
We seem to consistently be in a race with other municipalities to retain employees, which has turned Roy into a training ground for less tenured employees.
As a current City Council member we are investigating ways that we can try and adjust our current COLA and Merit Based system to allow us to better address wage compression and more competitive compensation packages.
Issue 2 is lack of economic development in the form of projects that have actually broken ground.
As a current City Council member we finally updated our long outdated general plan, as well as put together a station area plan, specifically for the Frontrunner train station.
This has finally signaled to developers that Roy City after many decades of lackluster willingness to do any large developments, is finally ready to play ball.
We’ve just yet to see any development of a large scale break ground.
Issue 3 is making sure we turn the Complex into more of a community center for our youth.
I have served on the current city council for the past 3 years and am seeking re-election.
My time on the council has given me the necessary exposure and experience to not have to come up to speed on how different things work within the city.
This will also allow me the ability to continue to work on the outstanding issues.
By state statute every city in the state is required to run a balanced budget.
We as a council and staff have in years past made cuts to balance the budget and prioritize making sure to pay our employees, predominantly police and fire competitive wages.
We are investigating some options that are particularly unique to police and fire, which might help us plug the competitive wage gap we seem to consistently be up against.
A thriving community is one that comes together to help the least among us.
A thriving community is one where open and honest dialogue is not just welcomed it’s encouraged.
A thriving community is when you have zero issues going to your elected officials with a problem and you know they will work tirelessly to help you come to a workable solution.
I'm running to restore Roy to the vibrant city I remember from my youth. For decades, our city stagnated, pushing away development and mismanaging its budget. I joined the Planning Commission 10 years ago to help update the city's general plan and steer us in the right direction. While progress has been made, there's still work to do. My goal is to proactively build a resilient future for our city, not just react to problems, and ensure it remains a place we are all proud to call home.
The top three issues facing Roy City right now are employee retention, insufficient revenue, and the challenge of attracting new businesses and redevelopment.
First, our city struggles to retain skilled employees because we can't offer competitive salaries. The problem lies with the salary compensation. The heart of the problem is with the lower pay grades for employees under 6 years of service. They need better pay to stay.
Second, our current revenue from property and sales taxes is inadequate to sustain city operations and fair employee wages. The state's tax strategy penalizes our city, forcing us to consider painful tax increases or approve more housing. I would address this by diversifying our revenue through federal and state grants, adjusting user fees, and attracting new, low-impact businesses to broaden our tax base.
Finally, we must attract businesses and redevelop aging areas. By focusing on targeted, higher-density projects in areas that suit that type of development.
My 10 years on the Planning Commission have given me a deep understanding of our city's challenges, particularly in zoning, development, and finances. I was part of the team that updated the Roy City general plan and helped write/rewrite many city ordinances. My experience has prepared me to tackle complex issues with honesty and a complete understanding of our city's challenges.
Balancing the budget requires a proactive and honest approach. While cuts are difficult to make without harming services, my focus will be on diversifying our revenue and strategic fiscal management. I'll seek grants, adjust user fees, and attract new businesses to broaden our tax base. I’ll also implement independent audits to eliminate inefficiencies and explore shared services with neighboring cities. While I am committed to avoiding tax increases, I also won't make false promises. If our financial stability is at risk, I will consider all options, including minimal, carefully evaluated tax adjustments.
A thriving community has a strong sense of pride and security. It's a place that can retain its dedicated city employees with fair compensation and has police and fire departments that are fully staffed and well-equipped. It's also a community that looks to the future, embracing strategic redevelopment that replaces old buildings with new businesses. A thriving community is financially resilient and able to provide high-quality services for all residents, all while maintaining its unique character. It's a place where we all work together to build a better future.
Education
Medical Doctor, Bachelor of Science in Music/math, Bachelor of Science in Zoology/chemistry
I am running for City Council to continue my service to Roy citizens. I have served over 4 years. I work hard to educate myself on laws & policies of city gov't by meeting several hours a week with staff for training in addition to personal study and consultation with specialists & experts in applicable fields for issues.
We will have a new Mayor & 4 council seats may be open w/ only 1 sitting council member not on the ballot. This will take a lot of work for staff if all of these pos'ns are filled with new people. With that in mind, I feel it my duty and honor to serve another 4 year term. I have no specific agenda item motivating me to run. I commit to continue my study & research to balance needs & desires & decrease gov't overreach.11
1. Revenue - Affects the safety & wellness of our city-- the services our city can provide. The last 3 years we've had 70% staff turnover in Public Works & Fire Dep't as City is very behind on compensation rates. Careful eval'n shows City running very tight. To provide Top Level services, we must have competitive wages. Sales & Property taxes are main sources of Revenue. Econ Dev is key. Bldg helps w/ Prop Tax revenue.
2. Citizen Education & Involvement - The more of this, the better the council can represent & support citizens. Roy is noted for its Community Cohesiveness/Feel which will only grow as this improves. Promoting Volunteerism brings us together w/ more strength. I'm working to elevate citizen notification from city. I will cont. to make fliers & deliver them on key issues, and we need more Town Halls.
3. Council Collaboration - Lately this is improving. I will cont. to prioritize this effort which will help Roy City move forward in a more unified and progressive manner.
I have served on City Council over 4 years. I spend hours every week studying issues, meeting w/ staff, reaching out to private experts for perspective & information, and contacting citizens that may be affected by the topic on hand.
I am an independent family practice doctor and have run a peach orchard in Roy with my husband for 35 years. Running these businesses has given me insight and excellent experience. I am dedicated and hard-working. Roy is a priority for both of us.
By law, our Budget is always balanced, but not necessarily to everyone's individual preference. Correcting Budget deficiencies must be done over time. We risk lower level services due to our non-competitive wages. Current priority--improve wages. Parks & Rec dep't not required by law, easy target. However, it builds our youth & community and w/o it, studies show we spend more on police & fire because more crime, worse mental health & less fit citizens. I can't imagine loss to our youth - immeasurable. We have sold some assets to help, and next most immed. sol'n is raising prop taxes at a moderate level so only part of crisis is kicked down road to next year. Must address 2 yrs of 7.5% non-staff cuts & no long-term maintenance fund.
For me, a thriving community is one that comes together to help one another, to celebrate the good times with our neighbors & provide support in the difficult times. To have citizens involved in city business - attending meetings and sharing their thoughts with council. To have city pride where residents beautify their own dwellings & are willing to help their neighbors. To have citizens reach out to neighbors and find common ground. To improve the lives & experiences of our youth by reaching out as a 'village' to help them individually. I am happy to say our community is thriving in many of these ways, and hopefully, with a bit of encouragement, we can elevate these attributes to a higher level.
