From Deseret News archives:
No big rush to file for office
Opening-day action points to Provo mayoral rematch
While Friday was the first day Utah County residents could file for the 23 mayoral posts and bevy of accompanying city and town council seats that will be on the Nov. 8 ballot, the registration rush was less than overwhelming much, much, less in Utah Valley.
"Why hurry? It's only opening day," said Salem City Recorder Jeff Nielson, perhaps putting some perspective on the picture that dominated the south end of the county.
Things were a tad livelier further north, however, where a rematch for Provo mayor appears in the making.
Dave Bailey, who lost to Mayor Lewis Billings four years ago, filed on Friday. Billings, who won that contest by just 362 votes, said Friday he will run for a third term.
Also in Provo, former Mayor George Stewart filed for the seat being vacated by Councilman Dave Knecht, while Councilwoman Cindy Richards filed to run again. Councilman Paul Warner has not yet decided whether he will run again.
Cedar Hills, where voters recently voted down initiatives that would have prevented any alcohol sales and Sunday business operation in the city, could also provide some drama on election night.
Mayor Mike McGee has filed to keep his seat. He was appointed mayor by the City Council a year ago when Brad Sears resigned. Eric Richardson, a member of the city's planning commission, and Cherelle Bowman, a vocal opponent of the two initiatives defeated in the special election, have filed for council seats.
In Orem, the mayor's seat and three council seats are up for election. Councilwomen Karen McCandless and Shiree Thurston filed on Friday along with Mayor Jerry Washburn. City Recorder Donna Weaver said Councilman Dean Dickerson has indicated he intends to file later.
Lindon will elect a mayor and two council members. Mayor Jeff Acerson has indicated his plans to run again, according to Maurina Jolley, receptionist for the Lindon City Office, but she hasn't heard from the council members.
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