City Council
I
am very proud of the relationship I enjoy as the mayor with the members of our
Provo City Council.
Together
we have worked hard to create a mutually beneficial atmosphere of good will and
trust. This has not always existed and it's never good for the public when
their government officials lock horns in battle so I appreciate the positive
relationship we have. I think it shows maturity and respect on all sides.
Employees
I
value and respect our city employees. They
are an extremely talented and dedicated group.
I
believe the environment of trust we have created allows them to function at high
levels of productivity. I feel very much at one and as a team with them.
Residents
Everywhere
I go I’m told there is a good feeling in the air in Provo.
To
that end I’ve worked hard to be accessible to residents. I hope residents feel
that I am truly their mayor on a very individual level.
I
post my cell phone number on the city's website. I respond to my emails personally
and I’ve enjoyed meeting with thousands in my office, their homes and on the
streets of Provo.
We’ve
taken social media to a high level. My blog has had over 500,000 visits and is
used to communicate my thoughts and intents almost daily — all at virtually no
cost to taxpayers.
Our Neighbors
I’ve
worked hard to foster relationships with our neighboring cities. I believe they
respect us and I believe that through friendly communication and sharing, we
all benefit.
