"I think growth is only beneficial when it improves our quality of life," Atwood said. "I'm not one to just do things to get them done and get the money — money is not the most important thing."

Atwood also pledged to continue being someone residents can call when they have a question about something that is happening within the city.

Candidate Lee Jensen, challenging for a seat on the city council, pointed out that finding money is not likely to solve the city's problems.

"In reality, revenues don't solve problems," he said. "What solves problems are the people, and the people you elect as mayor and city council representatives are going to solve those problems."

Jensen pointed to his professional administrative experience in both the education and professional fields, saying he is qualified alternative for residents who are not satisfied with the state of the city.

"I'm not convinced that growth is most important issue that faces the electorate this year," he said. "I think the most important issue is the issue of satisfaction. Are we satisfied with economic development, are we satisfied with our sidewalks, our sewers and our roads?"

Today is the last day residents can register to vote in the general election. Registration will be available at the Pleasant Grove Community Center, 41 E. 200 South, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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