First, I will not compromise our freedoms and liberties set forth by God and our Founding Fathers. The Liberty Action Coalition endorses Michelle Tanner for St. George City Council. But I need to know that someones coming when I call 911., In contrast to Aldred, Curtis said that St. 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. Our goal is to deal with Legal Services, under the direction of City Attorney -Tani Downing, provides legal counsel to the City Council and the Mayor as well as to the City Manager and the City's various departments. City Council work meetings are held the 2nd, 4th and 5th Thursdays. That extends beyond streets and bridges and sewer systems. Chairman for St. George Arts Commission,never held elected office. I have a fierce love for this city and its heritage. As a community, we have some hard decisions to make regarding growth, water and taxes.. Emails, texts show St. George council scrambling ahead of drag show We dont need Silicon Valleys leftist culture invading Tech-Ridge. Transportation. These organizations, (new and existing), should have access to the same level of service and support as for-profit companies. City Council work meetings are held the 2nd, 4th and 5th Thursdays. He earned a BFA with summa cum laude honors from DePaul University, and holds an MFA in playwriting from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. Managing growth. It is vital we keep open spaces. I have a very good understanding of real estate, zoning, and infrastructure (especially technology infrastructure). We can organize incentives for bicycle commuting and carpooling. St. George News posed three questions to each of these candidates to get a feel for who they are and how theyd lead the city of St. George. My wife's late husband was in law enforcement for over 30 yrs and their son is a sheriff. Recently while talking to a few members here in town, some of the more common topics brought up are finances and resources going into the development in the area, concerns about housing, talk about fixing water/electrical problems in relation to the drought/excessive heat and all around recovery from the impact of Covid-19. What are the biggest concerns of the city youll be representing? There was never a dull moment in a home with 6 older brothers. The information is intended to be educational and give readers a glimpse into the projects, people and programs moving St. George forward. This is unacceptable. My experience includes advocating for unwed mothers, serving impoverished families, and extensive involvement in my Church. Contact, Natalie Larsen I have run 12 St. George Marathons and love the Southern Utah hot summers. Like the other candidates on the debate stage, she said that she doesnt want to see the Dixie name removed from the community. Now, more than ever we must engage in our local communities and assure that our elected officials understand the proper role of government. Michelle values the family unit as being ordained of God and essential for future civilization. Pioneer Valley Hospital board. And stick to the facts, she said. Above all, Michelle Tanner is a wife and mother. 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. 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. Ill work hard to keep good relations with our citizens and police. Property, resources, and infrastructure are limited and that might require slowing the growth to a more sensible pace. Nearby Town Councils. I love to read and host a Little Free Library in our front yard. The terrain here is remarkable and there is so much of our landscape, mesas and skyline we need to preserve. Ive structured my life so I can give 100% to this City Council Seat and Im ready to serve. I serve as a State and County Delegate and Im the precinct chair for SG-001. I also served for a period of time on the Planning and Zoning Commission prior to being appointed to serve on the St. George City Council. As long as we recognize this as a community, we will be able to continue this and more for years to come. When seconds count, you count on those who are well trained and equipped to respond at a moments notice. I enjoy hiking, traveling, serving in the community, and spending time with family. We dont want to stop growth, but we want to manage it. We need to stand up in the face of government tyranny.. We must supply our citizens with utilities, water, and emergency services. I spent over twenty-five years as an executive for a not-for-profit financial cooperative (credit union), leading their information technology, strategic planning, legislative affairs, quality, facility expansion, and risk management areas. With skyrocketing growth, the strain on our critical infrastructure and necessity for more water to meet the demand, important decisions must be made. Lenhard claimed a now-deleted Facebook post by Council member Michelle Tanner violated a non-disparagement clause contained in that agreement. My other concern is the loss of small-town character and the arts. Our Rotary motto is: Service above self. Ive served as a President for the Dixie Sunshiners. Our club supports over 14 scholarships with an emphasis on our youth. I own and operate a technology consulting firm. I am a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner in Emergency Medicine and business owner/CEO of Bella Tu Medical in St. George. What are the most pressing issues that you hope to help address? St. George has been one of the best-kept secrets, and the word is out. Issues such as roads, affordable housing and infrastructure will continue to loom large on the horizon. We live in one of the most beautiful places on earth. However, if you have any questions, please call us at 435-673-TRAN (8726). These are all important issues that effect St. George on a grand scale. Inside St. George is a quarterly publication provided by the City of St. George. I currently serve as Chairman for the St. George Arts Commission. Having served for many years on various municipal water and sewer boards, Im eager to apply my experience to this challenge. Contact (435) 574-7582 Click to Email. There are some exciting things coming and Im positive they bring hope! If we do not work to build it together, it cannot stand. 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. Dont get caught up in semantics.. We have to make sure we have water for future growth and grow responsibly. Aldred told St. George News that he has run for a council seat twice before. Growth brings crime, thats why I support and back the Blue. Michelle Tanner, St. George City Council. Im running to fight against cancel culture and the anti-American agendas that are attempting to destroy our liberty and freedom, and erase our heritage. Im not against growth but at over 18% come many challenges. St. George to me is about love and growth. Taxes and fees: Your tax dollars are sacred to me and Ill be a watchdog on how theyre spent. To plan and prepare for the challenges that our community faces and that those it will face as with continued growth. Contact. Growth brings crime, thats why I support and back the Blue. The City Council has adopted ordinances to protect and preserve our neighborhoods. I am married to Milton Larsen (son of Darlene & Gale Larsen), and we have 5 children Joshua (deceased), Victoria (Braden Fisher), Brooklyn, Mikala, and Brandt (McKenna Wilson), and two adorable grandsons. Im the oldest child of the late Donn and Margaret Cottam Erickson. If our law enforcement need more resources we need to give it to them and support them. Ill work hard to keep good relations with our citizens and police. I was appointed to the city council in 2019 to fill the vacant seat left by my father, Joe Bowcutt, upon his sudden passing. To sum up her approach as a councilwoman, if elected, she noted this time as a pivotal point in history. I stand for being accessible to all my constituents. Her family moved back to their roots in St. George, Utah when she was a young child. I oppose the cancel culture and will always stand against it. I stand firm in preserving core constitutional and conservative values. Restore America. I believe we need to make sure our tax dollars are being spent according to the needs of our city and make sure important things such as water, recreation and many other issues get the allocations they need. 175 East 200 North St. George, UT 84770. Water is on a lot of people's minds as we continue to grow at an unprecedented pace. I am also a huge advocate for our business community. Lean too much to either extreme, and the results can affect our area for generations to come. Growth is a big issue and we need more infrastructures with good-paying jobs. Councilwoman Michelle Tanner 435-256-5177 I am a resident first and always will be. Im proficient in reading and understanding engineered spec. I grew up in St. George and Im raising my kids in St. George because we truly live in the greatest city in the greatest Nation in the world. St. George has been one of the best kept secrets, and the word is out. I moved to St. George when I was 15 back in 2012. In the city council race, Natalie Larsen and Michelle Tanner were the top vote-getters. That The information is intended to be educational and give readers a glimpse into the projects, people and programs moving St. George forward. Im a widower and father of two wonderful children. As your City Councilmen Ill do all I can to protect your rights for life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. I also believe the reverse is true. We will be able to stay here for school, work, medical needs, and entertainment. . Im against changing the name of Dixie! When seconds count, you count on those who are well trained and equipped to respond at a moments notice. Michelle Tanner, St. George, Utah City Council. Michelle is a fierce advocate for speaking truth and restoring the divinely inspired Constitutional principles in which this country was founded upon. This city is my home. independence will allow me to represent the all of our citizens not just corporations, groups, industries or particular individuals. With that being said our first responders went without new hires and equipment. Tanner4StGeorge Displaying 1 - 5 of 5 Results. Updated election results continue to show a tight city council race in St. George, with less than four percentage points separating the top and bottom vote-getters, but with some victors beginning to emerge as of early Thursday. 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. I believe it is the job of anyone in this position to learn and be well informed so they can make proper decisions. I am not kind to tyranny nor do I kneel to anyone but the Almighty God. I will continue to be responsive to everyone and help them with their needs and issues with the city. I grew up right here in Utahs Dixie, went to East Elementary, Pine View High School, and received my undergraduate degree from DSU, where I also met my amazing husband. Data and public opinion reveal our growth rate is out of sync with our resources. Michelle Tanner, location and date unspecified . He is always willing to step up and serve others even if it means great sacrifice for him. This means that as a potential councilwoman, I'll be addressing these issues and coming up with solutions and ideas that involve and benefit everyone. I understand how public services fall short for those without adequate transportation and access to power. Whats your vision for St. George as the area continues to grow? I am an advocate for limited government regulations. Working people and students need more busing options. Our city faces challenging issues, and my experience puts me in a unique position to help the city move forward. Since then, I have worked as a stay-at-home mom, raising my family. I believe we are all more alike than different and can work together to find solutions for the betterment of our community, state and country. Michelle Tanner I recognize their ability and freedom to make their own decisions and take personal responsibility for their own health. Public Safety. My kids and most of my grandkids are growing up here. 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. 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. ', On his approach to collaboration, Aldred said that hes not running for the government but to serve the people.. JALAN BESAR TOWN COUNCIL (MAIN OFFICE) APPROX. (www.csgwest.org) We can learn best practices from desert communities around the world. St. George anti-drag fight could doom farmers market As the trend of children identifying as LGBTQIA+ skyrockets, we continue to see increases in mental health disorders, such as anxiety and depression. I am here to listen to the people. As city government officials, we need to create roadways that connect subdivisions between neighborhoods to keep a sense of community. Inside St. George is a quarterly publication provided by the City of St. George. To make this vision real we need leaders focused on these priorities: 1) Search and establish best practices, private and public, for thriving in a desert environment; 2) Enhance transportation to accommodate workers and students and respects neighborhood environments; 3) Make plan for business, developers, and citizens to create attainable housing. 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. Im an advocate for private property rights and will represent to protect your freedom. I also own and practice out of my own small medical clinic, Bella Tu Medical.I have traveled on multiple humanitarian missions with the St. George Rotary Club, as well as several non-profit organizations. I support the completion of Gap Canyon Parkway to alleviate traffic in the western portion of St. George. How far out can we make a tee time? I represent and serve THE PEOPLE and kneel to no one but the Almighty God. and shes the best! We have seen how quickly people are willing to give up essential liberty under the guise of public safety. St. George News | STGnews.com - St. George News Presents: Michelle The Planning Commission is an excellent launchpad for those who want to join the council.. 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. This time before the election isnt about making promises I cant keep but letting everyone know that if they do elect me, among everyone else in the council, I will work as hard as I can to better the community. I graduated from Dixie High School. The Code Enforcement Team, comprised of two officers, plays an important role in providing a safe and healthy environment for our community. Im running because we need smart growth, not uncontrolled growth. I lean left of center on some issues and hold conservative values on others. I also created a business in 2020 that focuses on videos, advertisements, and portfolios for locals interested in promoting their businesses and/or talents! Councilwoman Michelle Tanner 435-256-5177 A coordinated effort between UDOT as well as neighboring communities must continue. Silence in the face of tyranny is dangerous. Candidates for 2 St. George City Council seats share qualifications First Responders have been and will continue to be a priority for me. Michelle supports adults in their freedom of expression in appropriate venues, and opposes attempts to normalize men scantily dressed as women, gyrating in front of children. Hes working to protect our senior citizens from fraud. Again, my experience as a city councilman has prepared me to take this on. I am interested in serving on the City Council because of a deep love for my community. St. George gave its former city manager a $625,000 settlement. A City He was instrumental fighting against the Opioid addictions. Traffic. 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. It is critical we address water conservation, traffic planning, remaining fiscally competent, and work towards less regulation for small businesses. I am an entrepreneur and run a business right here in St George. Local politics is so important to our daily lives, said Brown, a professor at Dixie State and co-chair of the Southern Utah Debate Commission. Our work depends on subscribers so if you want more coverage on these issues you can subscribe here: Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. 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. Now, more than ever we must be engaged as citizens. I consider both of these positions critically important for the future of our community and I consider my history of community service has best prepared me to continue to contribute in a positive way. We need to conserve water while working on another water source for future generations. I am 100% genuine, I don't hold my cards close, but rather always have my cards visible so you know exactly what and who you're electing. This website has been designed to provide everything you need to know to ride SunTran. All our charitable contributions are raised by private donations and not tax dollars. St. George officially swears in mayor, councilmembers St. George election results: Close city council race after preliminary To find solutions so our service industry can afford to live here. First of all, I believe we need to have someone with fresh ideas and a new perspective on issues, and especially ones that will affect the future generations of this community. Together with developers, builders, realtors, State and local officials as well as each and every citizen, we can ensure that the future of St. George will be one all of us can be proud of. Supporting nonprofit, arts, and cultural organizations. 2 talking about this. 2. We need to keep this in mind as some push for no growth. Michelle Tanner, St. George, Utah City Council. Weve seen it recently when these hostile cybercriminals can shut down everything until they get paid a ransom. 3. Affordable Housing. My professional leadership and facilitator roles allow me to bring groups with differing opinions and perspectives together to form a consensus. My ancestors arrived here in 1861 to build a new life, create opportunity, and provide a future for their children. 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. Now, more than ever it is vital that we be involved in our local communities and local government. I can only say, at least for now, that if I am elected, there are no limitations to what I can and am willing to do for everyone who makes this place home. 2021 Municipal Elections: Get to know the candidates for St. George City Council. Councilman 435-772-6208 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. St. George city hall, Oct. 12, 2021. Long before I became politically engaged, I was a resident of this great city. The Mayor and five Council Members are elected at large to four-year staggered terms. Technology entrepreneur, never held elected office. LGBTQIA+ Michelle Tanner Growing smarter isnt just about new homes, its also about prioritizing local and organic business growth over the push to get out-of-state-businesses to move to our area. I have some ideas to address this issue. While I have lived here, I have fallen and gotten back up. We want our officers to continue to be able to do their jobs effectively, safely and honorably. I hope to shape the community so residents can build their lives and have their turns. This service has given me the opportunity to listen to members of the community and city staff through public hearings. Find local businesses, view maps and get driving directions in Google Maps. My great-great grandfather was sent by Brigham Young to Dixie on a cotton mission to help settle the area. I have some ideas to address this issue. Not defunding the police! Budget. When we do that, he told St. George News, we will either share in our success, or well share in the pain.. Regional cities and power/water delivery organizations must gather together and determine the real (not hopeful) growth rate we can sustain without creating resource emergencies. Contact, Dannielle Larkin My daughters have blessed me with many grandkids thats what inspires me to run. The mission statement for the City of St. George's Energy Services Department (SGESD) is to provide safe, affordable and reliable energy. When overseeing our public funds, I'm asking the tough questions as to "do we really need that?" Im a semi-retired business man with a background in infrastructure, Thermal energy and road construction. I listen to all opinions before making a decision. Ive been married to Carol for 37yrs. Tanner is not a member of the council but a candidate, although as of the . Another problem were having is that the jail is dictating who gets locked up and who doesnt.. Copyright St. George News, SaintGeorgeUtah.com LLC, 2021, all rights reserved. That appointed term ends on 12/31/21. This isnt the kind of job that you can learn as you go, Curtis told St. George News. Councilwoman Michelle Tanner We have limited natural resources and so we must develop wise water use strategies. The Code Enforcement Team, comprised of two officers, plays an important role in providing a safe and healthy environment for our community. Alternatives to single-passenger cars will go along way to preserve our air quality and increase smooth travel around the city. Our club supports over 14 scholarships with an emphasis on our youth. Your tax dollars are sacred to me and Ill be a watchdog on how theyre spent. Councilwoman Michelle Tanner. Copyright 2010 - 2023 StGeorgeUtah.com LLC, all rights reserved. It can be done and I want to continue to help make those decisions. Im a member of the NAACP, the ACLU, BLM of Utah, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Mormon Women for Ethical Government, Assistance League of Southern Utah, and Bungalow Writers. Michele Randall was appointed the 33rd Mayor of St. George on January 19, 2021 during a special City Council meeting, becoming the first female mayor in the 159-year history of St. George. For all of St. George News coverage of 2021 municipal elections, click here. 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. Keeping the heritage and charm of the city as we grow. It is vital we keep open spaces. Useful Contacts - Marine Parade Town Council I will continue to work hard supporting our police and firefighters. 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. Around the clock protection of life and property is the primary focus of public safety in St. George. I am also a business owner, illustrator, graphic designer, and real estate agent.
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