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Ed’s Up On City Council Issues… Pulling The Cart To The Top Of The Hill In Washington County Envisioned By A County Commission Acting With Integrity, Wisdom And Honesty

Issue 15.16

Two years will have past when a new member of the County Commission takes his/her seat as the third member of the commission. As candidates step forward displaying their wares it is time for us to remember who we are…… And to contemplate the foundation we will choose to build our values upon […]

Ed’s Up On City Council Issues… Who’s Accountable? Part 4

Issue 11.16

Part 4

My friends, as we move towards the conclusion of this effort to bring you on board with who is at the helm of city government and ultimately accountable for both the good…….and yes, on those occasions when city government fails to toe the line or simply does not meet expectations, please […]

Ed’s Up On City Council Issues… Who’s Accountable? Part 3

Issue 10.16

Part 3

As promised, the continuation of a series of articles identifying by city ordinance, Who Is Accountable? In the Realm of City Government many have come to believe without question that the most powerful man in the city and for that matter the county….. Is none other than the City Manager […]

Ed’s Up On City Council Issues… Who’s Accountable? Part 2

Issue 9.16

Part 2

My Friends, the first part of, “Who’s Accountable”, ended on the topic of City Boards and Commissions……That in effect serve as an extension (agents) of City and County Government and as such, are subject to State Statutes that govern “Public Meetings”. This, I believe, includes public notice of meeting date and […]

Ed’s Up On City Council Issues… Who’s Accountable? Part 1

Issue 8.16

Part 1

Having found myself within the walls of City Hall I thought it best to confirm what I thought to be, the legal description of a council persons duties; Demands and Limits; Public Expectations that are to guide the conduct of all of those placed in a position of trust. I am […]

Ed’s Up On City Council Issues… Journey To City Hall – Outside Looking In, To Inside Looking Out – The View May Have Changed But Values Remain Steadfast

Issue 4.16

As many of you know my journey to City Hall has taken a dozen years to complete. I’d like to share with you some of my initial experiences since being elected. It is my hope that over the course of the next four years you will journey with me as I share my […]

Ed’s Up On City Council Issues… “The Liberties Of A People Never Were, Nor Ever Will Be, Secured, When The Transactions Of Their Rulers May Be Concealed From Them.” – Patrick Henry

Issue 50.15

The sentiments expressed by patriot, Patrick Henry have been and will continue to be the guiding light throughout my tenure on the St. George City Council. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve and humbly recognize the gift of trust and acceptance expressed by my fellow citizens. I am grateful to my […]

Ed’s Up On City Council Issues… A Profound And Humble “Thank You!”

Issue 47.15

IMAGINE….. The excitement felt by an old man such as myself to finally hear the magic words uttered by Melanie Abplanalp, the deputy election clerk for Washington County , as she uttered the words naming the top three vote getters in the St. George City municipal elections.

To be included with the prestigious […]

Ed’s Up On City Council Issues… Wanted Worthy Citizens

Issue 23.15

Contact: SG City Recorder, Christina Fernandez June 1st Thru June 8th Filing Dates For City Council Candidates City Hall 175 East 200 North, St. George, Utah – Phone 627-4000.

May 28th City Council Meeting was highlighted with a discussion on the 2015 – 2016 fiscal budget. This was to conclude presentations by each […]

Ed’s Up On City Council Issues… The Uniqueness Of St. George

Issue 22.15

As A Loving Caring People Comes Shining Through With The Learning Center’s Support Of The Soon To Be Sensory Garden Portion Of The All Abilities Park

May 21st City Council Meeting put the spotlight squarely on what I believe is the most meaningful attribute of our community….. A collection of people actively doing […]