Melinda (and earlier commenters), thanks for reading, and especially for sharing your thoughts.
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- How Cities Voted on the Alpine School District Split
How cities voted on splitting Utah County's and Utah's largest school district, the Alpine School District. There were two propositions, Prop 11 and Prop 14, each applicable to several cities. - To Split or Not to Split the Alpine School District: One Voter’s Thoughts on Prop 11 and Prop 14
A description of Propositions 11 and 14, to split the Alpine School District, and one voter's thoughts arguments for and against. - American Fork: 2023 Election Results
Election results: Clark Taylor, Tim Holley, and Ernie John win four-year terms on the American Fork City Council in the November 2023 election. - Election Day Thanks to Many, Including You
It's Election Day in Utah. Thanks to poll workers, campaign volunteers, guest writers, and many, many readers at afelection.info. - No Politics, Just Candidates
We step back from issues and debates to thank our American Fork candidates for running. It's not easy, and a lot of it isn't fun. - Like a Family (Not?)
Let's crack open that city council campaign talking point about running a city budget like a family budget and see what's inside. - David’s Handy Little Election Guide (November 2023 Edition)
David's election guide endorses American Fork City Council candidates Clark Taylor, Ernie John, & Tim Holley, and briefly explains why. - Straight Talk About Taxes
How American Fork property taxes are calculated, plus certified tax rates and Truth-in-Taxation, and a few candid thoughts about candidates. - Thoughts on the October 16 Debate
David's thoughts on what he heard at the October 16, 2023, American Fork City Council candidate debate. Fiber, roads, taxes, democracy, and more. - Straight Talk About Fiber
Straight talk about American Fork's proposed citywide municipal fiber optic broadband project, which isn't what we're getting from two of our city council candidates. - City Council Debate Audio
Audio files of American Fork City Council candidates' remarks at the October 16, 2023 debate. - The Anatomy of the Dirty Trick
If you see something, suspect something. It might not be a political dirty trick. But it might be. - The Happiest American Fork News I’ve Heard in a While
A small city needs good local journalism, for the same of good government and a sense of community. For decades American Fork, Utah, had the American Fork Citizen. Now we have it again. - City Council Debate TL;DRJohn Mulholland summarizes candidate responses at Monday evening's American Fork City Council election debate in this site's first-ever TLDR.
- Weaponizing Democracy: Petition and Referendum
Most of the time, people who advocate a referendum are motivated by something more political than a deep love of democracy. - Important Date: October 16 – City Council Debate
The American Fork Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a city council debate on Monday, October 16. Attend to learn about the candidates. - AF Primary Election Turnout 2023
Some voter turnout numbers from American Fork's 2023 city council primary election, plus links to all the numbers at Utah County's website. - Statement by Elizabeth Gray
"As the dust settles on the primary elections, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who believed in me and supported my campaign for American Fork City Council. Your encouragement, volunteer hours, and kind words have meant the world to me." - Why Local Politics? (guest post by Bryce Shelley)
"None of our laws or regulations was put in place by evil people seeking to annoy the rest of us. Some might be outdated. Some might need upgraded. Some should probably be eliminated. But understanding why it was there in the first place is a good first step in not re-causing whatever made it necessary in the first place." - AF Election Update: Austin Duke withdraws, endorses Taylor, John, Holley
Today American Fork City Council candidate Austin Duke withdrew his name from the November general election ballot, citing "unforeseen personal and family considerations" and endorsing Clark Taylor, Ernie John, and Tim Holley. - 2023 American Fork Primary Results
2023 primary results aren't final yet, but the outcome is clear enough in the race for American Fork City Council. - Guest Post: Bryce Shelley on 2023 American Fork City Council Candidates
Bryce Shelley's thoughts about 2023 American Fork City Council candidates. How he's voting and why. - David’s 2023 Primary Election Votes — Who and Why
David Rodeback considers nine candidates in the 2023 primary election for American Fork City Council and explains his votes. - Q&A with American Fork City Council Candidate Ken Sumsion
American Fork City Council candidate Ken Sumsion responds to questions about himself, the City, and current issues. - Open House: Well Done, AF Voters!
Monday evening's city council candidate open house at the American Fork Senior Center was well attended and informative. - Q&A with American Fork City Council Candidate Christina Ballard
American Fork City Council candidate Christina Ballard responds to questions about herself, the City, and current issues. - Q&A with American Fork City Council Candidate Elizabeth GrayAmerican Fork City Council candidate Elizabeth Gray responds to ten questions about herself, the City, and current issues.
- Q&A with American Fork City Council Candidate Austin DukeAmerican Fork City Council candidate Austin Duke responds to ten questions about himself, the City, and current issues.
- Q&A with American Fork City Council Candidate Tim Holley
American Fork City Council candidate Tim Holley responds to questions about himself, the City, and current issues. - Q&A with American Fork City Council Candidate Clark Taylor
Incumbent American Fork City Councilman and candidate Clark Taylor responses to ten questions about himself, the City, and current issues. - 2023 American Fork City Council Candidate Interviews with John Mulholland
There are nine candidates for American Fork City Council in September’s primary election. The top six will advance to the general election in November, to compete for three available seats. Terms are four years. Here are notes on interviews with the candidates. Updated August 24, 2023 (one candidate added)
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