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What do deputies, public safety, and energy have in common?
More than you might think. As Eagle Mountain continues to grow, so does our need for increased law enforcement and public safety services. But hiring more deputies and expanding those services takes funding — and rather than putting that burden on homeowners, there’s a smarter way. When we bring responsible energy projects to our city — like solar farms, substations, and data centers — they generate municipal energy tax revenue. That revenue stays in Eagle Mountain and helps
melissa4em
Oct 161 min read


How Does Eagle Mountain Handle Winter Storms?
Eagle Mountain covers over 50 square miles with hundreds of lane miles of roads to maintain. When snow storms hit, it’s all hands on deck—and I’ve seen firsthand how dedicated our Public Works team is to keeping our city moving.
melissa4em
Oct 142 min read


Is Managing Growth as Simple as Not Approving Anymore?
Growth, Traffic & Transparency: What You Deserve to Know Lately, traffic has become one of the top concerns I hear from Eagle Mountain...
melissa4em
Oct 62 min read


When Neighbors Dream Together: The Stories of Woodhaven Park & Smith Ranch Park
One of my favorite parts of serving on the Eagle Mountain City Council was listening to the dreams our residents had for their neighborhoods. When I look back on projects like Woodhaven and Smith Ranch Park, I see more than playgrounds and fields — I see neighbors who believed our kids, our families, and even our wildlife deserved something better.
melissa4em
Aug 233 min read


Back to School in Eagle Mountain: Let’s Make It Safe and Special
It’s that time of year again—the backpacks are packed, the lunchboxes are filled, and excitement is in the air as our Eagle Mountain students head back to school!
melissa4em
Aug 131 min read


Why I Do What I Do: A Legacy of Small Town Grit and Heart
People have asked me why I do what I do at the Chamber and on City Council. This is why! I come from a small business family and I know the hard work it takes to create a place of peace and prosperity—a shining city on a hill.
melissa4em
Aug 72 min read


A Personal Note and a Final Push Before the Primary
Scott was one of my biggest cheerleaders. He believed in what I’m doing—putting myself out there to serve, to lead, and to try and make a difference.
melissa4em
Aug 22 min read


Throwback Thursday: Why I’m Running for Mayor Comes Down to Family and Community
Like many of you, we moved to Eagle Mountain because it was what we could afford at the time. We stayed because we fell in love—with the views, the values, and most of all, the people. We raised our family here. We built a life here.
melissa4em
Jul 311 min read


Happy Pioneer Day!
Today on Pioneer Day, I’m reflecting on the strength, faith, and determination of those who came before me. Utah was built by people who...
melissa4em
Jul 242 min read


Let's Talk about Building Permits
Lots of questions are being asked after a recent article on the number of building permits issued by Eagle Mountain in 2024. Questions are ranging from "Why not enact a moratorium?" to "If elected, what will you do to quell permit releases?"
melissa4em
Jul 193 min read


Let's Talk Commercial Development
There’s been a lot of talk about Eagle Mountain’s commercial development—and especially about Meta. Some are asking whether it was worth it. Let’s walk through the facts, together. Meta’s data center wasn’t just a shiny groundbreaking—it brought over $1.5 billion in construction to our community. At its peak, the project employed over 1,200 skilled workers. Today, it supports 200–300 long-term, high-paying tech jobs, with salaries ranging from $110,000 to $190,000 a year. The
melissa4em
Jun 183 min read


Let's talk roads!
This is by far the most important issue as I have been meeting with you and hearing your concerns. I will be posting a ton about roads because there is a lot to cover. Most of you know the growth we are experiencing today are homes that were approved over a decade ago, and Utah in general has been experiencing explosive growth largely because of the strong economy here. But what should the city and state be doing to make sure our roads and infrastructure keeps pace with the
melissa4em
Jun 162 min read
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