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Mayoral Candidates 2017: A Summary

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The Lehi City Mayoral and City Council Debate is scheduled for tonight, July, Thursday 27. Before you arrive, get to know the candidates in the running. We spoke to the Mayoral candidates about their experience, time in Lehi, and why they’re running, which we’ve summarized below. To learn more before you vote, make sure to attend the Debate at Lehi High School, starting at 6:30 PM.

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Cody Black Business owner, police officer. 35
YEARS IN LEHI EXPERIENCE WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? WEBSITE
34 16 years as a small business owner, entrepreneur, employer. I feel it’s time for new leadership at the city. I have the desire to serve my community, which I have shown. I am a visionary who can lead, direct and get things done. I’m the kind of person that likes things to work and be efficient. If it’s not working let’s fix it. If it is working, lets make it better. Click Here
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Mark Johnson Owner of civil design and engineering firm. 60
YEARS IN LEHI EXPERIENCE WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? WEBSITE
23 12 years on the City Council, 3+ on the Planning Commission, chair of the Timpanogos Special Service District (13 years.) I want to see our city managed in accordance with correct principles that will protect your Liberty, safeguard your property and respect your hard earned tax dollars. I want Lehi to run efficiently and respectfully. Click Here
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Nolan Johnson Artist. 71
YEARS IN LEHI EXPERIENCE WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? WEBSITE
43 Sergeant in the military, squad leader, self-employed. I love Lehi. I look at things with a different perspective. I am eager for a challenge. I want to see what I can do to make Lehi a better place. I’m an explorer. N/A
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Curtis Payne Assisted living facility owner, real estate broker, entrepreneur. 42
YEARS IN LEHI EXPERIENCE WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? WEBSITE
9 Served as political state, county delegate, precinct chair, state board of UALA legislative committee. Because I am in my prime and we are encouraged to serve in our community. I can make the biggest difference right now. I feel like taxes, growth and other issues need to be addressed. Click Here
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Bert Wilson Banking, mortgage. 67
YEARS IN LEHI EXPERIENCE WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? WEBSITE
67 Current Mayor of Lehi (7+ years), Lehi Fire Department 22 years, Civic Imp. Association 44 years, Board of Adjustments 5 years. I want to see through some of the road projects that I’ve helped plan for the past seven years, like the I-15 Technology Corridor Project and the Thanksgiving Point area project.  I want to keep family values and City traditions as an important part of Lehi’s future as we continue to grow. Click Here

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