What do you think of these two applicants to represent the Fort Utah Neighborhood on the Neighborhood District 3 Executive Board?

Please let us know your opinion of the following applicants for the term beginning January 2025 (you may also submit your opinion privately by emailing the City Council at [email protected]): 

Emily Paxton

• Provo: Provo resident, owns property in Provo.
• Reason for Applying: I’ve recently been interested in the things going on in our neighborhood/parks and I’ve enjoyed getting to know more people that live near me. I also enjoy hearing what’s happening around our neighborhood and staying informed.
• Goals: To bring life / beauty to the parks and roads on the west side of Provo. I feel like there is a lot of room for improvement and I love to see all the new things Provo has been focusing on in district 3.

Shane Tongish

• Provo: Provo resident, owns property in Provo, owns a business in Provo, works in Provo.
• Reason for Applying: I serve in the Bishopric of my ward, but am the only counselor in this neighborhood. I know many of my neighbors member and non members and I get along with all of them. Also, I just love this neighborhood. Very good people!
• Goals: I want the roads resealed. They haven't been done in a LONG time And with the park behind our house being completed this year, I want more community partys and events back there for everyone in the neighborhood.

About the program: The Neighborhood District Program provides public participation and involvement in Provo City affairs and facilitates communication between the Provo City Council and the public. The Neighborhood District 3 Executive Board is made up of two representatives from each of these neighborhoods: Lakeview North, Lakeview South, Fort Utah, Provo Bay, Sunset, and Lakewood. 

Responsibilities of the Neighborhood District Executive Board Members are to --

• Listen to Your Neighbors: Be the go-to person for your community's concerns and ideas.
• Shape the Agenda: Decide what's important for Neighborhood District meetings.
• Keep Everyone Informed: Alert residents about proposed developments and changes.
• Represent Your Community: Speak up at Planning Commission and City Council hearings.
• Get Funding: Apply for grants to support neighborhood projects.
• Organize Events: Plan service projects and neighborhood socials to bring everyone together.

The two Neighborhood District 3 Executive Board Members representing the Fort Utah Neighborhood serve 48-month staggered terms. Currently there are no board members representing this neighborhood.