Because of this experience, I have been involved in many of the discussions and decisions impacting our community the past 17 months. I am the right person for a position on the St. George City Council because of experiences, such as serving on the boards listed above, which have given me perspective about the needs of the area and the skills to listen, learn and positively impact our community. The people of St. George make this place worth living and worth wanting to make it be a stronger, connected and better place everyday. 435-619-9411. This is unacceptable. I have experience and Ive worked very hard for the citizens of our city. Government works best when limited and is closer to the people. (www.csgwest.org) We can learn best practices from desert communities around the world. -We must preserve Utahs Dixie and defend Southwestern Utah heritage. The Mayor and five Council Members are elected at large to four-year staggered terms. I love this area and am passionate about our city and its people. This past year not knowing what was going to happen with COVID, we cut the budget way back in all departments. Weve raised five daughters here in St. George. Subscriber offer:Support local journalism that makes a difference in the community. Between that and her time on the Planning Commission, Larsen said shes a pragmatic candidate who will fight for property rights, while ensuring that residents wont have to live with unruly tourists staying in short-term rentals. This precept taught by Professor Loretta Ross of Smith College, sums my thoughts on politics-- we should stop calling one another out, and start calling people in: into policy meetings, into planning sessions, into the rooms where decisions are made. Our founders along with many others have sacrificed their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor for our individual liberty and I take this very seriously. Throughout my life, I have worked for causes I believe in, regardless of which side of the political aisle they are on. The future is bright and our next generations will see amazing things. Councilwoman Michelle Tanner. Our club supports over 14 scholarships with an emphasis on our youth. Here are the booking policies for all 4 courses: St. George is a great place to locate a business! The fact that criminals (for example a grown man who physically assaulted a 12 year old girl) who would normally go to jail are being given only citations due to apparent issues of our jail capacity. Growth brings crime, thats why I support and back the Blue. I received a BS in Nursing from St. Louis University in 1973. Transportation. 2. JALAN BESAR TOWN COUNCIL (MAIN OFFICE) APPROX. We need to create areas for neighborhoods to gather for recreational leisure and have access to shopping near their homes. Im running because I love St. George. Real estate professional, never held elected office. Mrs. Tanner has traveled on multiple humanitarian missions with the St. George Rotary Club, as well as several non-profit organizations. 4. We can make a win-win-win plan for business, developers, and citizens to create attainable housing that is integrated into a broad array of neighborhoods, while still keeping wild places within reach. We need to have better connections North/South and East/West across I-15 to the Little Valley area to relieve pressure off River Road and 3000 East. I kneel to no one, but the Almighty God. Traffic. In order to grow, there needs to be a strong foundation. For all of St. George News coverage of 2021 municipal elections, St. George City Council discusses reclaiming abandoned cemetery plots, St. George Police sniper recognized as Officer of the Year for part in saving kidnapped child, A perfect fit for St. George: City welcomes new community development director, Marching in time: Marine Corps Detachment leads Washington Citys CottonDays parade, Region 10 baseball: Last week of regular season will determine conference champ, 4A playoff brackets, Southern Utah first responders piece together puzzling cases involving missing girl, young boy's story. As St. George grows, the ever-increasing need to ensure that our streets and thoroughfares are maintained and improved in order to accommodate the changing needs of the populace has never been more vital. I am running as an equal representative to all members of St. George no matter their age, gender, background, occupation, class, or any other classification. The terrain here is remarkable and there is so much of our landscape, mesas and skyline we need to preserve. Councilman 435-429-1000 And equally important, its a nearly impossible challenge for our children and even our grandchildren who may be first-time home buyers. Previous coverage: St. George mayoral candidates talk housing, water at debate I have a fierce love for this city and its heritage. To preserve the heritage of this area. Like the other candidates on the stage, Aldred is thinking of St. Georges rising cost of living. I dont play nice with tyranny and Im not afraid to be unpopular if it means standing for truth and liberty. It sounds a little crazy, and it reminds me of the Jetsons but it might change the way we travel. I am a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner in Emergency Medicine and business owner/CEO of Bella Tu Medical in St. George. Keep the government out of our bedrooms and keep our bedrooms away from children. If our law enforcement need more resources we need to give it to them and support them. I love the Constitution and have sworn an oath to preserve, honor and defend it. I will bring that same principle of representation to local office. I support those who maintain law and order in our community and nation. The information is intended to be educational and give readers a glimpse into the projects, people and programs moving St. George forward. The ceremony placed two first-time city . While I am headed to City Council to help address these concerns, during my run, I will be focusing my energy on, brainstorming, and coming up with practical and long term solutions to help turn these issues around or at least bring to the table to further expand on. All Rights Reserved. As your City Councilmen Ill do all I can to protect your rights for life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Our communitys history and heritage are at risk. This website has been designed to provide everything you need to know to ride SunTran. Silence in the face of tyranny is dangerous. We are the ambassadors for the Chamber of Commerce. He has written for Zenger News, the Christian Science Monitor, the Barton Chronicle, North Star Monthly, and The Northland Journal, among others. Find local businesses, view maps and get driving directions in Google Maps. Curtis told St. George News that his battle cry throughout his campaign is: Experience matters. His experience as CEO of the Washington County Board of Realtors, as well as the year he spent on the Planning Commission before being appointed to the St. George City Council, makes him an ideal candidate, he said. I understand the proper role of government and will speak and fight boldly for inalienable rights, individual liberty, and constitutional government. Managing growth. The ReUse center provides a public service by accepting concrete and asphalt rubble from citizens as well as selling compost. City Council work meetings are held the 2nd, 4th and 5th Thursdays. Im raising my daughter here because of all the places Ive lived, this is by far the best. I believe its not just negatively impacting our ability to attract and retain quality city employees. Division is a major ingredient in a recipe for failure no matter who one associates with. Im running because I love this community and wish to see it continue to be a desirable place to live and raise a family. With little expense we can launch vigorous informational and motivational campaigns to encourage and incentivize care of this precious, scarce resource. This means that instead of proving how great we have been, we can always be learning how to be better and do better. I am a citizen that wants to do my part in making a positive impact on this community. SGESD currently has 59 employees and serves approximately 28,000 customers, including residential and commercial, We, the St. George Police Department and City of St. George, believe this statement reflects the relationship we have with our community. Each of these issues is no less important than the rest. Growth is a big issue and we need more infrastructures with good paying jobs. How would you describe yourself politically? The last thing we need is another experienced politician,' she said. What are the biggest concerns of the city you'll be representing? In Fiscal Year 2014-15, Administrative Services and Finance were consolidated into one department which includes the City Recorder, Purchasing, Treasury, Budgeting, and Finance functions. for them in that period of time a City Councilperson is elected to serve. I am at a time in my life when I can do more. I will never support defunding the police. Our work depends on subscribers so if you want more coverage on these issues you can subscribe here: Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. There was never a dull moment in a home with 6 older brothers. I am mature enough to have perspective on how decisions we make now will impact the lives of people in the future, long after were gone. Support Police and Fire Departments. Michelle Tanner Privacy Notice, (Please provide a comment, if your rating is less than 4 stars. He has written for Zenger News, the Christian Science Monitor, the Barton Chronicle, North Star Monthly, and The Northland Journal, among others. I bring a wealth of experience as Vice President of Winder Farms for 43 years prior to retiring and service as a term on the Taylorsville City Council. I know how it feels to be on the outside, and I want to speak for marginalized folks in St. George. Weve raised five daughters here in St. George. This place is about family. With all the new technologies we need to stay ahead of whats coming. My other concern is the loss of small-town character and the arts. I enjoy all the work I have done because working in the hospitality field, I've been exposed to diversity and grown accustomed to taking care of people on a great scale. Contact (435) 574-7582 Click to Email. No matter how unpopular it may be, we must stand up to unconstitutional mandates and usurpation of power. Enter your email below to start! Ive been married to Carol for 37yrs. I am running this year because I am ready to be a part of and deliver a positive change to my community. Because of my Mother, I was taught at a young age thee importance of serving our community. We want to continue to have one of the best trained and professional police forces in the State of Utah. We have to try our best with the resources we have to keep up with the growth. I represent and serve THE PEOPLE and kneel to no one but the Almighty God. Im not against growth but at over 18% come many challenges. The general election to decide which two candidates will win seats on the council, is Nov. 2. St. George has been my home for the last 40yrs. My biggest concern is that we will not come back together and that we will forget that this is OUR city. If elected to the City Council, I will work to make sure that future transportation issues can be proactively addressed and planned for while also working to correct any issues that may presently exist. Roadways and Traffic Planning. City Hall I will continue to work hard supporting our police and firefighters. As your City Councilmen, Ill do all I can to protect your rights for life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Councilwoman Michelle Tanner 435-256-5177 Having an opportunity to use my experiences as a way to help better the members of St. George would be an honor. Nurse practitioner & CEO, never held elected office. I grew up between the black hills two blocks from the St. George temple. As a community, we are only as strong as our weakest areas. He earned a BFA with summa cum laude honors from DePaul University, and holds an MFA in playwriting from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. Well, I am a good person and I truly believe the vast majority are too. sheets and blue prints. This, she said, was due to short staffing and pandemic restrictions. As our city grows we must support our law enforcement in protecting our lives, liberty, and property. As a member of the City Council I will work towards building strong neighborhoods. We must also have new sources of water to accommodate the influx such as the Lake Powell Pipeline, as well as water conservation efforts and careful planning and development. Retired military veteran andSt. George city council member, appointed in 2019. They are the heartbeat of St George. My commitment to listening to our residents drive three top issues, which are based on real data from our surveys, (5,000+ survey answers to date). I stand for being accessible to all my constituents. Working as a server, host, front desk receptionist, etc., while simple in tasks, I've worked with people to help make their experiences memorable and to have repeat service because of the level of satisfaction. I want to continue to protect our history and heritage and will fight to protect all things Dixie the city owns and controls. My earliest memories of St. George included sitting in the Dixie Sun Bowl. My top priorities while in office are as follows: Water Management and Conservation. I oppose the cancel culture and will always stand against it. Keeping the heritage and charm of the city as we grow. If we fail to be smart about our growth, we may be faced with draconian measures, like delaying new developments. While many communities in the nation are experiencing a decrease in population, St. George is a place people come to put down their roots. Keeping our heritage. We need to listen to the community and learn about the issues at hand so we can ensure we are making sound decisions. St. George faces deep challenges with affordable, accessible housing for those in low-paying jobs who cant afford to buy or rent in our luxury housing boom. My allegiance is to no one but God and WE THE PEOPLE. My concerns are taxes, water, our power grid and traffic. (City Gas) Contact Details; 1800 - 778 - 8888 (24 hours) (SP Group) 1800 - 2255 - 782 (24 hours) (PUB) 1800 - 752 - 1800 (24 hours) (City Gas) Organisation Issue I have a very good understanding of real estate, zoning, and infrastructure (especially technology infrastructure). I am confident we can find a common perspective on what the future of St George should be, so let's search until we do just that. Im not against growth but at over 18% come many challenges. As we grow, we need to make sure we are not creating needless bureaucracies. Michelle recognizes individual freedom of expression and sexuality between consenting adults. Copyright St. George News, SaintGeorgeUtah.com LLC, 2021, all rights reserved. They are who inspire me to be involved in keeping this amazing community free from government overreach and centered on Constitutional principles. As city government officials, we need to create roadways that connect subdivisions between neighborhoods to keep a sense of community. In order to be the best, I need the chance given to me. Michelle opposes the trend of exposing children to adult content, sexuality, and sexualization. Prior to becoming a Member of the City Council, I had the privilege of serving on the St. George Planning Commission. I support protecting our history and heritage. Managing our growth and resources must be addressed immediately. 0:36. It is the best place on the earth to raise children, and I want future generations to have the same safety and freedoms our children have today. I believe that strong families make strong communities. Folks are flocking to this area. If WE THE PEOPLE want a voice in our local government then we must vote for those willing to hear our voices and stand for our LIBERTY. In order to see that change positively, we need representatives who understand the needs that have to be met and the consistency in order to move forward. He has covered various beats, including breaking news, courts and crimes, sports, and arts and entertainment. It is critical we address the issues of water, traffic, budget, and continue to remain fiscally responsible. David's play, 800 Days of Solitude, about the ways in which solitary confinement affects juveniles and their families, was awarded the 2018 Christian Moe playwriting prize. For the last 14 years, I have served as a deputy Washington County Attorney, prosecuting misdemeanor and felony cases in District and Justice Courts. I believe true change and movement toward a restoration of constitutional government and individual liberty starts at the local level. Enter your email below to start! I attend as many of my grandchildrens sports events as I can and I am passionate about genealogy, seeking records for my immigrant ancestors from Italy and France. I am an unconventional candidate and different is what we need right now. I believe in our ability as a community to overcome any challenge if we stay unified. Our Rotary motto is: Service above self. Ive served as a President for the Dixie Sunshiners. Let the future come from the inventors of technology and the entrepreneur spirit! Listed below are the requirements for establishing residential utility service with St. George Utilities: Making sure that our roads can accommodate the influx adequately without causing greater traffic congestion. St. George also needs decent, permanent shelter for everyone. We need to create areas for neighborhoods to gather for recreational leisure and access to shopping near their homes. If we dont manage traffic, emissions, and transportation with an eye toward the future, we will lose the crisp blue skies and clean air we enjoy now. I received a Bachelors degree in Nursing from BYU-I, and went on to receive a graduate degree and become a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner through the University of South Alabama. Im the oldest child of the late Donn and Margaret Cottam Erickson. CEO & St. George city council member, appointed in February 2021. I think we (Citizens of St George) need to take individual action in conserving water and I have some ideas on how each of us can make a large combined impact. Zoning and Planning is also very critical to our community and I honestly feel we can do a better job in that arena. Tanner and another city councilwoman, Natalie Larsen, agreed with the assessment, saying the . My vision is for us to maintain all of the reasons that attracted many of us here to begin with. But the nearest fire station is at Sun River. Taxes and fees: Your tax dollars are sacred to me and Ill be a watchdog on how theyre spent. Ive structured my life so I can give 100% to this City Council Seat and Im ready to serve. We need to solve that if were going to convince our greatest resource, which is young people, to stay in St. George, he said to the debate audience. St. George has given my family so much since we moved here in 1980: a safe place to raise our children; freedom from pollution and crime; and wonderful opportunities for professional and personal growth. Traffic is bearable, pollution minimal. I have been serving as the Chief Executive Officer for the Washington County Board of REALTORS for the past 25+ years and just recently announced my plans to retire at the end of 2021. SunTran is the City of St. George's public transit system. To ensure that the incredible men and women of the St. George Police Department are provided with the resources to meet the challenges that come with growth, and continue to be proactive in our community. I running to protect our freedom and liberties as outlined in our Constitution. Being a family woman and fresh business owner, I can understand what goes into the stability necessary to flourish as well as the structure that needs to be provided for growth. I am a small business owner and have been a member of various local boards and committees including: The St. George City Planning Commission, Dixie Jr. Livestock Show, Washington County Conservancy Water District Community Integrated Resource Planning Advisory Committee, Washington County School District School Boundary Alignment Committee, The Utah State School Land Trustlands Committee for DHHS and St George City Master Plan Steering Committee. To work with my whole heart and soul I was born in Rapid City, South Dakota on Ellsworth Airforce base. I believe in personal accountability and that our elected officials should be held to the same if not higher standard. I am a family man first and foremost and that will never change. It is a serious concern for others, including the school district and the hospital. If you do much driving in St. George, you are acquainted with one of the challenges of the Engineering Division, which is to improve traffic flow and promote safety for the traveling public. Owning my own business, I've had to manage budgets, meet a payroll, and make the hard decisions of having to wait or save up for large needed purchases. I am an entrepreneur and run a business right here in St George. By building bridges in our community, we will have the tools to overcome the challenges of a rapidly growing city, manage resources and land use, keep a fair and conscientious budget and continue to recover economically and socially from the Covid-19 pandemic. I've been married to my best friend & husband Joshua for 14 years. As we saw recent mask mandates and business shutdowns, vaccine mandates are next down the pipeline. Inside St. George is a quarterly publication provided by the City of St. George. I believe in his fight against child trafficking. Here are the booking policies for all 4 courses: St. George is a great place to locate a business! Ive always been service-oriented and I knew how much Joe enjoyed serving on the council. Water is first and foremost the most pressing issue. Our research data indicates there is a growing gap between the wishes of St. George residents and the actions of local government. I will challenge the status quo to get us back in line with what our citizens want and need; not what a few politicians, special interests, and developers desire. I can provide representation to a large demographic of our community that is underrepresented in local politics. She was elected to her first full term as Mayor in November of 2021. The City of St. George Water Services mission is "to effectively and efficiently manage and optimize the complete water cycle for the City of St. George. Im also concerned about our power grid. The Streets Division is responsible for maintenance of public streets, drainage ways and associated services. Michelle Tanner's position is quite simple. Transportation and Public Safety. Michelle supports legislation to protect children in our public spaces and schools from mature content, as well as protection from irreversible body mutilating surgery.