Tired of the Status Quo? Not Feeling Heard?

I'm not just a community leader, I'm a proven fighter. As a solutions-oriented candidate and innovative problem solver, I bring the backbone City Hall needs. I was forced to take my builder to court because city departments failed to enforce accountability. When the system broke, I didn't back down; I doubled down and took legal action.

That real-world fight is why I will be the strongest voice against developers and special interests. I'm not a politician, and I never wanted to be one. But I felt that residents, especially those of us in City Center, weren’t being represented or heard.

Why Emily? Because I Fight Back.

I have a proven record of turning ideas into results for Eagle Mountain, experience as a founder, philanthropist, and Social Service Worker.

My Top Priorities: A Fix for Frustration

I'm focused on solving the problems you talk about at your kitchen table.

Stopping Gridlock & Fixing Connectivity
Our road issues are a public safety crisis. One single light shouldn’t bring an entire city to a halt. We must prioritize the construction of new East/West roads out of town and require expedited timelines for road improvements tied to all new developments. This means increasing impact fees so that developers contribute their fair share, not current homeowners.

Protecting Our Quality of Life & Preserving Our Future Infrastructure:
It’s time to put our community first. We need to slow future growth and aggressively preserve open space to ensure we protect what makes our town unique. We must also use the power of city code and zoning to protect future right-of-ways for roads, especially before surrounding areas are developed. No more catering to developer concessions that benefit their pockets over our residents' needs. We need to ensure the city and community are the true beneficiaries of these negotiations, not just developers seeking to maximize their profits. I’ll bring the backbone needed to enforce true developer accountability.

Investing in Our Community Essentials: These are the cornerstones of strong, sustainable neighborhoods.

Fund More Officers: We need more public safety officers to keep pace with our growing community.

Future-Proof Resources: Implement strategic water conservation efforts and create more local jobs to support long-term growth.

Empowering Families: Prioritize resources that support community well-being and offer new opportunities for our teens.

Learn More About My Priorities & Action Plan

Good government starts with listening and works best when residents, not insiders or developers, have a seat at the table.

Eagle Mountain is changing quickly, and the choices we make now will shape the city our children inherit. We need new energy and fresh ideas from leaders who live the same daily realities as the people they serve.

Like you, I face the same challenges families experience every day: rising costs, limited local jobs, long commutes, and infrastructure that hasn’t kept pace with growth. I’m running to change that with practical solutions, principled leadership, and people-first policies that put residents ahead of special interests.

My Experience & Credentials: Turning Ideas into Action

My educational background is rooted in advocacy, policy, and research, with a focus on child welfare and social impact. I’ve spent my life fighting for families and building programs that serve real needs in real communities. Whether it’s creating resources for underserved youth, expanding access to support services, or partnering with local organizations, I know how to turn ideas into action, and action into outcomes.

My experience spans board governance, strategic planning, youth development, and grassroots coalition-building, all rooted in listening to people and turning their needs into lasting impact.

Boards & Commissions

Eagle Mountain Library Advisory Board (Present)
Helping shape access to literacy, education, and family-focused resources for our growing city.
Board Chair & Founding Board Member, Birthday Box Foundation (Present)
Leading organizational growth, stakeholder engagement, program development & service delivery for underserved children, community building and strategic partnerships.
The Wellness Farm Foundation Advisory Board (Present)
Supporting grief, trauma, and well-being through holistic healing strategies.
Founding Board Member, The Wellness Farm Foundation

Recognitions & Awards

Nonprofit of the Year – Eagle Mountain Chamber of Commerce (Feb. 2025)
Honored for building high-impact, grassroots nonprofit from the ground up.
Elevate Business Impact Award – Utah Valley Chamber, Point of the Mountain Chamber, Pleasant Grove - Lindon Chamber, and Valley Crossroads Chamber of Commerce (Apr. 2025)
Recognized for visionary leadership, strategic community engagement, and cross-sector collaboration.
Heart & Hands Award – Utah Philanthropy Day (Nov. 2024)
Celebrated for over 2,000 hours of volunteer service and community building.

Education

B.S., Social Sciences, Brigham Young University–Idaho
Emphasis in Advocacy & Social Welfare, Minor in Child Development

Licensed Social Service Worker

Trained in trauma-informed practices, crisis support, and family systems.

More about Emily

My Vision For Eagle Mountain

I want to help build an Eagle Mountain where families can thrive without commuting 90 minutes to work, a city our kids will want to call home and can afford to make their own. A city that:

Grows Wisely: Ensuring slow, responsible growth that supports our infrastructure and preserves our community character.
Listens to Its Residents: Creating an accessible and responsive city government that hears your concerns and acts on them.
Spends Responsibly: Championing fiscal accountability and making sure our tax dollars are invested where they matter most.
Supports Young Families & Teens: Fostering a community where young families thrive, seniors can afford housing, and our teens have ample opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute.
Creates Local Opportunity: Working to reduce long commutes by attracting more local jobs and expanding economic opportunities right here in Eagle Mountain.