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Rick Crow, candidate for Hurricane City mayor, shares his vision for balancing growth, community involvement, and quality of life in this rapidly developing Southern Utah city. With a background in business leadership and a pragmatic approach to governance, Crow emphasizes the importance of transparent decision-making and effective planning for Hurricane's future.

• Moved to Hurricane five years ago from California, drawn by affordability and freedom
• Believes city government should serve citizens with minimal interference while mediating conflicts
• Critical of state and federal mandates that don't account for local infrastructure challenges like SR9 congestion
• Advocates for transparent communication through technology rather than making citizens search for information
• Emphasizes pragmatic leadership that incorporates diverse community perspectives over rigid consistency

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Text CROW to 702-553-1151 to learn more about Rick Crow's campaign or find "Crow for Change" on social media platforms.

[00:00:00] Introduction to Municipal Elections Series.
[00:04:35] Vision for City Government's Proper Role.
[00:10:35] Leadership Philosophy and Transparency.
[00:17:32] Growth, Housing, and Community Development.
[00:27:31] Environmental Protection vs. Economic Growth.
[00:38:43] Agritourism, Food Security, and Term Limits.

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Nathan Caplin, candidate for St. George City Council, shares his background in economics, law, and education while discussing his vision for balancing growth with preserving the city's unique character and addressing key challenges facing the community.

• Extensive background includes being an economics professor, attorney, and director of America's leading higher education program for incarcerated youth
• Views proper role of local government as operating within constitutional boundaries while remaining responsive to residents' needs
• Emphasizes direct resident engagement over social media for genuine community input
• Identifies traffic safety as an ongoing concern despite St. George having better commutes than many cities
• Advocates for attainable housing solutions for local working residents who struggle to afford homes

Visit vote.stg.com to learn about all candidates in the municipal elections.

[00:00:00] Introduction to Nate Kaplan.
[00:04:54] Higher Education for Incarcerated Youth.
[00:09:06] Local Government's Proper Role.
[00:14:31] Leadership and Community Input.
[00:22:15] Traffic Safety and Infrastructure.
[00:29:20] Balancing Economic Growth and Heritage.
[00:35:20] Protecting Environment vs Development.
[00:45:56] Affordable Housing Solutions.
[00:51:08] Term Limits and Contact Information.

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Jami Leavitt shares her journey from growing up in a small Swiss-inspired town with a mother in public service to running for St. George City Council, bringing perspectives shaped by experiences across the country and deep community connections.

• Core leadership philosophy shaped by moments of bringing people together rather than standing apart
• Views on city government as a bottom-up approach that should reflect community values and priorities
• Thoughtful perspective on balancing St. George's growth with preserving what makes it special

Visit votejamielevitt.com to learn more about Jamie's campaign or voteSTG.com to compare all candidates before the August 12th primary election.

[00:00:00] Introduction to the 2025 Elections Series
[00:08:42] Journey from Utah to Out-of-State and Back
[00:21:17] Understanding the Role of City Government
[00:32:13] Developing Leadership and Public Service Values
[00:45:38] City Self-Sufficiency vs. Regional Connections
[00:59:22] Community Input in Decision Making
[01:03:14] The Dignity Index and Political Communication