The following is my submission to the Daily Herald for their "Election Supplement" to be delivered on November 1 with their regular paper.
Q. How would you address the needs of your community?
A. As an American Fork City Councilman, I listen to all citizens who are willing to speak and all third parties that intend to impact the life of American Fork’s citizens. I study the issues in detail. I interface
with experts and others experienced in the topic at hand. I consult
with other members of the City Council, the Mayor, and City Staff who are
close to the issue. In the end, it is my duty to weigh both sides of
the discussion and make decisions in the best interests of all members of
the community specifically and for American Fork City in general. Some
decisions, such as water management, transportation plans, zoning,
public safety and other infrastructure and capital projects are far
reaching, and will impact generations of citizens. These decisions typically
have a serious impact on City and family budgets. I will continue in
a second term to spend the time necessary to make difficult but
necessary decisions, in helping make American Fork City . . . even better, as
a place to live, work and play in. Please visit my campaign website at
www.votelebaron.com and my blog at www.lebaronlogic.com.
Q. How do you differ from the other candidates?
A. All but one candidate, including myself, are currently serving on the
City Council. These Councilmembers running to retain a seat on the
council are hard working, dedicated individuals who have a good grasp of the
issues and are committed to improving an already wonderful city.
Personally, I have experience having served for 4 years as a council member
assigned to the Finance Committee, Recreation and Fitness Center, Fox
Hollow Golf Course and the Steel Days Committee. I have also served as
Mayor Pro – Tem the last 2 years. This experience and skill set, will
allow a seamless transition into another 4 year term. Further, I have
served on the library Board, Planning Commission and on the Utah League
of Cities and Town’s Legislative Policy Committee. I also serve on
the Utah County Boundary Commission. I am a proven, seasoned local
public servant, but yet I am not so entrenched as to not consider new and
fresh ideas and approaches.
I am the only lawyer currently serving or running. It is extremely
beneficial to have an additional legal perspective represented during
Council Meetings, work sessions, dialogues, negotiations, and in the overall
decision making process.
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