Logan City Council candidates: 2025 is a crowded field

The 2025 Logan City Council race is crowded – and revealing. Nearly every candidate has spoken of the need for Logan residents to have more input in city governance – and be involved earlier in that process.

In a city growing as fast and as complex as Logan, every candidate’s platform tells a story about what’s at stake. Here’s a look at each candidate’s motivation, track record, and what they hope to accomplish if elected.

Ernesto Lopez for Logan City Council 2025: Growth, Economy & Housing
Supported commercial rezoning.
Supported downtown revitalization project.
Backed modest tax increases for services sustainability.
Identifies affordable housing as city’s biggest challenge.
Seeks to get creative about traffic issues.

Energy, Environment & Sustainability
Favors sustainability, renewable energy, conservation.
Opposed long-term fossil fuel contracts.
Voted for water plan that would account for drought.

Civic Engagement & Inclusion
Champions civic participation, diversity, inclusive policy.

Ernesto Lopez

Ernesto Lopez is the only incumbent on this year’s list of Logan City Council candidates. That means he has an actual paper trail. Here’s a look at why he is running again and how he’s actually voted in the past few years.

TLDR – Ernesto Lopez for Logan City Council
  • Longtime Logan resident with 5 years of city council experience.
  • Strong track record on water, growth, downtown revitalization, and energy policy.
  • Committed to representing all residents and ensuring Logan remains welcoming as it grows.
  • Voted to support water infrastructure, commercial development.
  • Voted for modest tax increases for library and general funding.
  • Voted in favor of appropriating money for downtown improvements.
  • Opposed locking the city into long-term fossil fuel projects.
  • Brings broad expertise from serving on multiple city boards, managing complex issues.
  • Believes in equity, transparency, and civic participation.

Why Ernesto Lopez wants another term

Ernesto feels a deep sense of gratitude and responsibility toward Logan – the city he’s called home for 25 years. Having lived in different neighborhoods and watched Logan’s transformation up close, Ernesto believes his personal and professional experiences give him a uniquely broad perspective on the city’s opportunities and challenges.

He’s driven by a commitment to advocate for every resident, not just a select few, and to ensure that Logan remains a welcoming, vibrant place for all. For Ernesto, continued service on the council is about building on what works, addressing tough issues like housing and traffic, and making sure that as Logan grows, everyone can share in its success. “We are all Logan,” he says in an interview with The Herald Journal.

What Ernesto Lopez’s track record shows

Ernesto doesn’t get to make promises in a vacuum. He’s got council votes, meeting minutes, and news coverage showing what he’s done. Here’s a sampling of where he’s actually stood:

  • Water Conservation: Supported city policies to update water infrastructure and account for drought in water storage. Specifically, Ernesto voted “aye” on Resolution 25-14, updating Logan’s Drinking Water Master Plan.
  • Growth & Development: Backed a rezone that opened 11 acres to commercial development. Specifically, Ernesto voted “aye” on Ordinance 22-03, rezoning property in the Woodruff neighborhood from “Resource Consideration” to “Commercial.”
  • Property Taxes: According to UPR, in 2024, Ernesto voted in favor of a 5% tax increase for the Logan Library and a 3% increase for the city’s general fund. Financial Director Rich Anderson suggested this would add about $10.56 for the average household and $19.19 for the average business.
  • Downtown Revitalization: Voted in favor of appropriating money toward needed construction in the Center Block Plaza Project. Specifically, voted “aye” on appropriating $65,000 toward a canal diversion at 50 West 100 South (Resolution 22-08 RDA).
  • Energy Policy: In 2025, Ernesto voted “no” on a proposed 30-year, $300 million fossil fuel deal, saying he didn’t want Logan locked into more long-term gas projects. When the city later considered a smaller investment in the project, Ernesto continued to express reservations, saying “we’re tying ourselves for the next 30 years to this project. We’re closing the door, plus reducing the opportunity for those that are seeking to potentially create those [renewable energy] projects.”

Ernesto Lopez’s experience and expertise

Ernesto Lopez brings nearly five years of hands-on experience as a Logan City Council member, offering a deep understanding of how city government functions both in theory and in practice. During his time on the council, Ernesto has served on a range of city boards and committees, which has given him broad insight into Logan’s infrastructure, budgeting, development, and cultural needs.

This experience means he isn’t just familiar with city policies – he’s shaped them, navigated tough votes, and worked directly with residents and city staff on complex issues like housing, transportation, and sustainability.

Beyond city hall, Ernesto’s background is rich in community service. He’s spent years involved with local non-profits and has led cultural awareness events, making him a connector and advocate for Logan’s increasingly diverse population.

Ernesto Lopez’s beliefs and values

Ernesto Lopez’s approach to public service is shaped by a deep sense of gratitude and belonging. He calls Logan home and feels fortunate to live, work, and raise a family here. His core belief is that city leadership should advocate for all residents, not just a select few, and that real progress requires listening to, and including, the city’s growing and diverse population. For Ernesto, “we are all Logan” is not just a slogan, but a principle guiding every decision he makes.

He values equity, transparency, and civic participation, and believes city government should be open, creative, and responsive to the complex challenges Logan faces – especially around affordable housing, traffic, and sustainability. Ernesto supports ongoing efforts to diversify Logan’s energy portfolio and build a resilient, inclusive city for future generations.

Above all, he tells The Herald Journal, he sees public service as an honor: a chance to give back to the community he loves and to help every resident feel seen, supported, and at home in Logan.

Katie Lee-Koven for Logan City Council 2025: Growth, Planning & Housing
Sees managing city growth as Logan’s top issue.
Calls for strategic, proactive planning.
Advocates updated zoning.
Supports affordable, diverse housing.

Economy & Quality of Life
Promotes economic development, small businesses.
Supports downtown improvements, public amenities.

Environment & Resources
Prioritizes protecting water and energy resources.
Supports trails and environmental stewardship.

Education & Community Leadership
Active in schools and arts councils.
Values youth, family initiatives.
Believes in transparent, collaborative leadership.

Katie Lee-Koven

Katie is running because, as she tells The Herald Journal, “I love Logan and want to help preserve the parts we cherish while improving the areas where we fall short.”

TLDR – Katie Lee-Koven for Logan City Council
  • Advocates for a new indoor rec/community center and affordable housing.
  • Seeks to build a strong local economy and real fiscal accountability.
  • Prioritizes protecting water and energy resources for future generations.
  • Wants to fix Main Street traffic and bridge Logan’s cultural gaps.
  • Experience leading city planning committees, advancing arts and education, directing USU Art Museum.
  • Sees managing Logan’s growth as top challenge – linking it to housing, jobs, traffic, and quality of life.
  • Pushes for more citizen engagement and listening before decision-making.
  • Calls for a full policy and zoning review to ensure Logan grows smartly and proactively.
  • Deep love for Logan’s people and a commitment to building community over division.

Why Katie Lee-Koven is running for Logan Council

Katie Lee-Koven loves Logan and wants to help bring the community together. She’s inspired by the kindness and sense of service she sees in her neighbors, and she’s committed to ensuring that Logan remains a place where everyone feels proud to live. For Katie, public service is about working collaboratively, listening to residents, and making a positive, lasting impact on people’s lives.

Her vision is to preserve what makes Logan special while helping the city move forward together. Katie is dedicated to fostering a spirit of unity, engagement, and shared purpose – so that both current and future residents can enjoy everything this remarkable community has to offer.

What Katie Lee-Koven hopes to do on the council

Katie thinks the biggest issue facing Logan is managing growth. She’s blunt about the chain reaction: growth affects housing, wages, traffic, infrastructure, and how we enjoy life in Logan (downtown, trails, culture). Her north star? She tells The Herald Journal: “We must be effective in mitigating and planning for the growth.”

As a member of the Logan City Council, Katie Lee-Koven hopes to help preserve the qualities that make Logan unique while driving thoughtful improvements where the city falls short. She says that Logan’s new General Plan should spark a full policy review, especially in zoning – so the city makes moves with a clear vision, rather than lurching from proposal to proposal.

Katie believes that polices should be built to be responsive to new growth possibilities. She supports affordable and diverse housing options, promote responsible economic growth, and ensure fiscal decisions are made with both present needs and future generations in mind. Katie also sees value in enhancing community resources – like developing a multi-purpose indoor recreation and community center, supporting downtown improvements, and protecting Logan’s water and energy for years to come.

Katie is also committed to strengthening communication and collaboration within the city. She believes Logan thrives when citizens’ voices are heard, and she wants to foster greater engagement in every part of city planning and decision-making. Katie hopes to build a culture of partnership with county officials, neighboring cities, local organizations, and residents.

Katie Lee-Koven’s experience and expertise

Katie’s resume is diverse and filled with leadership roles:

  • Logan General Plan Committee member – so she’s already had her hands in the city’s long-term visioning.
  • Founding member, Logan Fine Arts Committee – advancing arts in the public sphere for the benefit of Logan residents.
  • Four years as Hillcrest Neighborhood Council chair – where she rebuilt communication and advanced actual neighborhood priorities.
  • Hillcrest Elementary Community Council and Utah Arts Acquisition Committee – investing time and energy into kids, education, and the stuff that brings people together.
  • Executive Director, USU Art Museum – where she steered the organization’s mission to serve the community.

Every one of these roles taught her to “learn, listen, and guide decisions with the best interests of citizens in mind,” she says in an interview with The Herald Journal.

Katie Lee-Koven’s values and ideals

Katie Lee-Koven’s beliefs are grounded in community, collaboration, and stewardship. She values preserving the unique character of Logan while embracing opportunities for thoughtful progress. Katie believes in the importance of listening to residents, to partners, and to the needs of the city itself – so that decisions reflect the best interests of everyone who calls Logan home.

She’s committed to transparency, civic engagement, and bringing people together to find practical solutions. Above all, Katie views public service as a way to lead by example – building a more connected, vibrant, and welcoming city for current and future generations.

Kristi Fatuesi for Logan City Council 2025: Growth, Planning & Transparency
Critical of unchecked growth without infrastructure.
Demands easy public access to city spending, impact.

Housing & Economic Security
Has lived job and housing insecurity.
Worries her own children can’t afford homes in Logan.
Calls for cooperation to keep Logan attainable for all.
Supports a sustainable local economy.

Environment & Green Spaces
Opposes cutting trees for roads.
Wants growth balanced with conservation.

Community Values & Leadership
Advocates transparency, open-mindedness.
Advocates listening to youth.
Politically independent, detests party-line decisions.
Champions “prosperity for all.”

Kristi Fatuesi

Kristi Fatuesi is running because, as she tells The Herald Journal, “I simply decided I couldn’t complain anymore unless I made an effort to change things.” She talks about her own difficulties finding a job after months of searching – and the way she worries about the future of her children. “My children will probably never be able to buy homes in Logan.”

TLDR – Kristi Fatuesi for Logan City Council
  • Running to give residents a real say – instead of complaining from the sidelines.
  • Motivated by her own struggles with jobs and fear her kids can’t afford to stay in Logan.
  • Biggest concern: Unchecked growth that ignores neighborhoods and real people.
  • Prioritizes transparency, policies that serve everyone, and making city government truly accessible.
  • Rejects party-line politics – believes in cooperation, compromise, and listening to all sides.
  • Brings the perspective of a military spouse, not a political insider – grounded in lived experience.
  • Wants Logan to listen to younger voices and global ideas – not just repeat the past.
  • Believes growth is only meaningful if everyone reaps the benefits.

The problems Kristi Fatuesi hopes to tackle

For Kristi, the biggest issue isn’t just growth – it’s unfettered growth without thoughtful consideration. The kind that steamrolls through neighborhoods without asking what’s lost along the way. Her priorities include transparency in city spending, policies that actually serve people, and an open door to everyone (not just those with connections or credentials).

She’s blunt about the stakes. Logan’s prosperity, she tells The Herald Journal, doesn’t mean much “when a majority of your citizens can’t partake in it.” If elected, she intends to scrutinize any and all city policies that stand between Logan and the “attainable, livable city” she believes is possible.

Kristi Fatuesi’s experience and expertise

Kristi is the opposite of a political insider. She readily admits she has no political experience or formal qualifications. Instead, her perspectives are shaped by two decades as a military spouse, supporting Army families through instability, and from a lifetime of living everywhere else before calling Logan home.

And she does consider Logan home. “That drive coming into the valley from Sardine has always been the epitome of ‘coming home,’” she tells The Herald Journal.

She also wonders why we the establishment and older generations aren’t listening to younger generations more. “We have a whole generation that has grown up with global friendships and connections. Why are we not listening to their ideas of what can be done, when it has already been done somewhere within their global sphere of friends?”

Ultimately, she believes in growth through learning – stating that we call have the capacity to change while being decent human being to those around us.

Kristi Fatuesi’s beliefs and worldview

Kristi isn’t into tribalism or party-line thinking. “I do not identify as Republican or Democrat because there are values on both sides that I admire. I refuse to be locked in to voting or making decisions simply based on my political party.”

She sees cooperation and compromise as key to getting through the next 5-30 years. “Not every side is going to like all decisions and sometimes profit needs to take a back seat to protection, and vice versa,” she tells The Herald Journal.

Joshua Molitor for Logan City Council 2025: Growth, Development & Zoning
Critical of “big development”, “unsustainable growth”.
Believes rapid growth has eroded tranquility
Says rapid growth strains services, drives up taxes.
Calls for zoning reform and thorough impact studies.

Housing & Socio-Economic Issues
Sees homelessness and rising rents as critical issues.
Opposes developments that don’t prioritize community.
Concerned about high poverty, low homeownership.
Highlights widening economic divide, “all-out greed.”

Environment & Energy
Advocates for preserving green/open space.
Wants a new approach to city energy needs.

Government Reform
Supports shift away from “strong mayor” governance.

Joshua Michael Molitor

After four years of showing up as a constituent (and a previous run for office), Joshua is running again because he’s tired of seeing Logan “overrun by big development growth” while everyday residents lose the peace and affordability that drew them here in the first place. He tells The Herald Journal that the honor of representing people isn’t just about holding a seat, it’s about giving regular residents a real voice – especially when it comes to decisions that shape the city’s future.

TLDR – Joshua Molitor for Logan City Council
  • Running to give everyday residents a real voice – not just developers and insiders.
  • Alarmed by unchecked development, loss of open space, high rent, and 24% poverty rate.
  • Wants major zoning reform, mandatory impact reports, shift away from “popularity contest” politics.
  • Seeks accountability – curbing mayoral power, prioritizing public interest over special interests.
  • Believes government should serve people with honesty and transparency, not excuses.
  • Perspective rooted in service, listening, and putting community needs before personal gain.

The issues Joshua Michael Molitor hopes to tackle

Joshua isn’t shy about what he thinks is broken. In an interview with The Herald Journal, he argues that Logan faces a “critical loss of natural lands,” worsening housing and rent prices, and a 24% poverty rate that makes it “the number one city in the state for poverty.”

He’s alarmed by high-density housing jammed into commercial zones and what he calls “unhinged development” that keeps pushing locals out and widening the gap between rich and poor.

Joshua Molitor’s top targets for change as mayor

If elected, Joshua’s top target is zoning reform. He wants impact reports made mandatory, a total rethink of how the city approaches planning and growth, and a move away from “popularity contest” primaries that let “those that shall not be named” keep pulling the strings.

He’s also calling for a shake-up of the mayor’s powers. “For far too long our leadership has abused the mayoral role. The seat of mayor should be a seat that is earned, not allocated through the means of special interest,” he tells The Herald Journal.

Joshua Molitor’s experience and expertise

While Joshua doesn’t come from a traditional political background, Joshua’s experience is rooted in consistent community involvement and a willingness to challenge the status quo. He’s made two runs for office, driven by a conviction that genuine representation is about listening to residents and putting their needs first – not just following political tradition.

Joshua’s deep familiarity with the city’s growth, development patterns, and policy debates comes from first-hand observation and participation in public meetings. He approaches issues with a critical eye, especially around development decisions and city governance structures, and isn’t afraid to question established practices in order to advocate for meaningful change that benefits everyday Logan residents.

Joshua Michael Molitor’s beliefs and worldview

Joshua readily admits this is only his second campaign, but says representation shouldn’t be about who’s been around the longest – it should be about who actually listens.

He values contentment over luxury, service over status, and a government that gives straight answers – not excuses – to its citizens. If you ever hear him giving excuses for inaction, he hopes you’ll call him on it.

Ultimately, he tells The Herald Journal, “I’m a lot nicer than I look! I can play well with others when it comes to decision making.”

Gail Yost for Logan City Council 2025: Growth, Livability & Housing
Growth should balance people, business, infrastructure.
Emphasizes keeping Logan beautiful, livable, vibrant.
Sees affordable housing as critical for young families.

Economy & Community
Seeks economic opportunity so Logan is livable for all.
Extensive experience in child welfare, homelessness.
Regularly engages in community service.
Served as foster parent and community board leader.

Education & Youth
Former USU and Logan High instructor.
Strong believer in education and youth support.

Green Spaces
Values maintaining Logan’s beauty.

Gail Yost

For Gail Yost, Logan isn’t just a place to live – it’s the community she chose and built a life around for nearly five decades. She and her husband Roger landed here in the 1970s, raised a big family (biological, foster, and chosen), and now want to give back at the city level. For Gail, “community” isn’t a slogan – it’s how she lives, every day.

TLDR – Gail Yost for Logan City Council
  • Nearly 50 years in Logan – community is how she lives, not just where she lives.
  • Prioritizes affordable housing, balanced growth, and keeping Logan “beautiful, livable, and vibrant.”
  • Wants kids and grandkids to be able to put down roots – not be priced out.
  • Brings hands-on experience as a teacher, behaviorist, longtime foster parent, nonprofit volunteer.
  • Deeply understands challenges facing Logan families.
  • Believes anyone “could be under extreme distress” and that everyone deserves help.
  • Running to make a real difference for everyone, not just a few.

Priorities and issues Gail Yost hopes to tackle

Gail’s priorities are rooted in real life: Affordable housing for future generations, a balanced approach to business and infrastructure, and protecting what makes Logan special for the long haul. She wants to see “children and grandchildren” able to put down roots here, instead of being priced out. Gail believes in keeping Logan “beautiful, livable, and vibrant” for everyone.

She’s understands that growth, affordability, and maintaining community values in a changing city will be challenging. But her record suggests she’s not afraid to do the work, ask the tough questions, and support solutions that balance people and progress.

Gail Yost’s experience and expertise

Gail’s résumé is long, but her real experience is lived. She has been a specialist at BRAG, behaviorist at Logan Regional Hospital, instructor at USU and Logan High, a foster parent, and has spent years attending city council meetings as a citizen.

Her service record is exhaustive, as well. She’s served for Cache County Child Abuse Prevention, Bear River Homeless Council, Whittier Center Board, Friends of the Logan Library, Wilson Neighborhood Council, and the Marine Corps League Auxiliary.

Gail Yost’s beliefs and views

Gail knows the realities many Logan families face. In a StoryCorps interview, she says she’s worked directly with low income and the hardcore unemployed. It has taught her that “even the person with the happiest face and sound to their voice could be under extreme distress and need some help.”

Ultimately, for her, “helping people was just a great feeling to know that I was really making a difference in somebody’s lives.”

Reilly Fatuesi for Logan City Council 2025: Growth, Housing & Economy
Critical of growth that doesn’t benefit the public.
Emphasizes challenges from inconsistent job market
Considers unaffordable housing a critical issue.
Says rental market is  “oppressive thumb” for workers.

Community Values & Leadership
Advocates for stronger public ethics, honest city service.
Values empathy, inclusivity, and community.

Reilly Fatuesi

Reilly has always had the desire to provide a better experience for the people around him, he tells The Herald Journal. What finally pushed Reilly to run? A gut-level conviction that “not doing something, anything, hurts my very soul.” He’s self-aware enough to call his own decision “intricately ignorant” – but honest enough to try anyway.

TLDR – Reilly Fatuesi for Logan City Council
  • Driven by a gut-level need to help others.
  • Sees no single top issue – believes all local challenges are interconnected.
  • Key concerns: unstable job market and an economy that leaves people behind.
  • Seeks to address unaffordable housing, weak renters’ rights, and poor public transit.
  • Values empathy and authentic connection – believes community is the point of everything.
  • Tired of seeing hardship “commodified” and normalized, both locally and globally.
  • Wants Logan’s city service to live up to its own ideals of honesty, efficiency, public ethics.

The issues that matter to Reilly Fatuesi

Reilly doesn’t pretend there’s a single “most important” issue. He sees “intersectionality to be found in all issues that we face.” That said, a few stand out: The job market; unaffordable housing, renters’ lack of power, weak public transportation, and a city economy that leaves too many behind. He’s quick to point out these aren’t just Logan’s problems – they’re systemic.

Reilly Fatuesi’s experience and background

Reilly’s lived experience comes not from city hall, but from a life shaped by military family roots, moving, adapting, and observing. In a world obsessed with credentials, he’s betting on radical empathy and real connection.

Reilly doesn’t claim to have all the answers, or even all the right language, but he’s tired of watching hardship be “commodified” and normalized locally and globally.

He’s still educating himself on the nuance of Logan’s policies, but wants to see Logan’s city service live up to its own mission: “service of Logan City shall depend on honest, efficient, loyal, energetic, and generally meritorious service – in accordance with the highest standards of public ethics, morality, and workmanship.”

For him, the job is to turn these words from platitudes into practice.

Reilly Fatuesi’s beliefs and viewpoints

For Reilly, community isn’t just a nice-to-have – it’s the point. As he tells The Herald Journal: “The simple prospect of community is fundamentally as important to me as breathing air.” He calls himself “nothing more, and, powerfully, nothing less than a resident of the place that I call home.”

Melissa Dahle for Logan City Council 2025: Growth, Development & Housing
Supports smart, balanced growth.
Seeks to protect neighborhood character.
Seeks community-involved, strategic development.
Favors expanded worker access to affordable housing.

Economy & Community Investment
Backs entrepreneurship, responsible investment.
Backs expanding commercial spaces.

Parks, Green Spaces & Recreation
Backs well-maintained parks, trails, public spaces.
Champions youth programs, safe routes to school.

Education & Collaboration
Supports strong school/city partnerships.

Leadership & Governance
Prioritizes transparency, fiscal responsibility.
Backs practical, responsive solutions.

Melissa Dahle

Melissa Dahle’s story is one of relentless, hands-on service. “This city has shaped who I am, and for more than a decade, I’ve been dedicated to giving back and helping it grow stronger for everyone who lives here,” she says on her campaign website.

TLDR – Melissa Dahle for Logan City Council
  • Lifelong Cache Valley resident with 20+ years of hands-on volunteer and leadership experience.
  • Chaired Woodruff Neighborhood Council, Parks & Rec Board, served on multiple school councils.
  • Assisted in kickstarting discussion around feasibility study for new county indoor rec center.
  • Deeply understands Logan’s needs through work with families, youth, officials, neighborhoods.
  • Advocates for clear, accessible city communication and earlier resident involvement in decisions.
  • Champions a new indoor recreation center and expanded access to parks, trails, and programs.
  • Supports smart growth that protects neighborhood character, expands affordable housing.
  • Prioritizes safe streets, walkable neighborhoods, and responsible, transparent city spending.
  • Believes in collaboration, equity, and keeping Logan’s community spirit strong as Logan grows.

Why Melissa Dahle is running for Logan Council

Melissa has a habit of getting involved in every organization that has the potential to help her family or improve her neighborhood. In fact, it’s gotten to the point that her family calls her a “professional volunteer,” she tells The Herald Journal. Being on Logan’s city council is just taking her ethos of public service to its natural conclusion.

What issues Melissa Dahle hopes to tackle

Melissa is transparent about her goals and her methods. She wants city communication to be “clear, timely, and easily accessible,” and believes residents should have a voice early in every planning process – not after the fact. For her, “preserving and strengthening that close-knit community spirit” is the throughline that connects every issue.

Melissa is a vocal champion of building a new indoor recreation center, recognizing the need for affordable, inclusive places where residents of all ages can play, move, and connect – especially in winter. Melissa believes a modern, multi-use facility would strengthen community ties, support youth and seniors, and even boost the local economy by hosting events and tournaments.

On growth and development, Melissa supports smart, balanced planning that protects the character of Logan’s neighborhoods while addressing urgent needs for affordable and workforce housing. She values strong collaboration with residents and believes in fostering a resilient local economy by supporting small businesses, attracting responsible investment, and preserving what makes Logan unique.

Melissa’s priorities also include expanding access to quality parks, trails, and recreation programs; improving infrastructure and transportation to keep neighborhoods walkable and roads safe; and making sure city spending is responsible, transparent, and focused on real community benefit.

Melissa Dahle’s experience and expertise

Melissa Dahle brings substantial hands-on experience to the table. She served as chair of the Woodruff Neighborhood Council from 2019 to 2024, where she worked closely with residents and city officials to solve local issues and strengthen neighborhood connections. As chair of the Logan City Parks & Recreation Board, she played a key role in launching the Cache County Indoor Recreation Center Feasibility Study, turning a community idea into actionable planning.

With over 20 years as a classroom volunteer and member of multiple school community councils, Melissa has built a deep understanding of the needs facing Logan’s families, teachers, and youth. Her leadership on the Parks & Rec Board has given her direct insight into the maintenance and expansion of parks, trails, and recreation programs citywide.

Melissa’s experience also extends to community infrastructure and local government processes. She’s worked to improve public engagement, facilitate collaboration between the city and schools, and address transportation and infrastructure needs. Through these roles, she’s developed a reputation for bringing people together, listening actively, and turning community feedback into practical results.

Melissa Dahle’s viewpoints and beliefs

Melissa Dahle believes deeply in responsive, transparent leadership that puts community first. She sees Logan as a place where every resident deserves a voice in the decisions that shape daily life – whether it’s about housing, parks, or public safety. Melissa values collaboration, believing that good policy is built on genuine engagement between residents, city officials, and local organizations. For her, preserving Logan’s close-knit spirit is essential, even as the city grows.

She’s also a strong advocate for equitable access to city services and opportunities. Melissa champions affordable housing, safe neighborhoods, and quality recreation for all ages, with a particular focus on supporting families and young people. She views responsible growth, thoughtful planning, and careful stewardship of tax dollars as both a duty and a way to keep Logan vibrant and sustainable for generations to come.

Brian Seamons for Logan City Council 2025: Growth, Development & Neighborhoods
Concerned about “development missteps”.
Aims to repair and revitalize neglected neighborhoods.
Committed to hands-on community development.

Economy & Fiscal Management
Emphasizes fiscal efficiency in managing large budgets.

Environment, Green Spaces & Transit
Supports building more parks, trails, rec programs.
Favors efficient appliances and public transit.

Education & Community Engagement
Prioritizes school engagement.
Sees strong schools as vital to neighborhoods.
Advocates for improved traffic solutions.
Backs open communication with residents.

Brian Seamons

Brian Seamons has spent his entire life in Cache Valley – learning the value of hard work, faith, and service from his parents, and now raising his own family in Logan’s Island neighborhood.

TLDR – Brian Seamons for Logan City Council
  • Lifelong Cache Valley resident and self-employed general contractor with background in economics.
  • Strong advocate for fiscal efficiency, neighborhood revitalization, and fixing development missteps.
  • Prioritizes Main Street, downtown improvements, school support, practical, community-driven growth.
  • Supports environmental stewardship and expanded parks and trails.
  • Supports better transit and collaborative solutions for traffic.
  • Known for managing large budgets, delivering real results, and bringing people together.

Why Brian Seamons is running for Logan Council

Brian’s top priorities come straight from experience. He’s a strong believer in fiscal efficiency – “getting the most from each dollar spent” – and has managed budgets with a focus on tangible results. He’s ready to repair neglected neighborhoods with concrete plans that won’t burden taxpayers and is candid about “development missteps” that have put pressure on Logan’s communities. “Together, we will get this right,” he says in a statement on Logan’s website.

The issues Brian Seamons hopes to tackle in office

In addition to fiscal efficiency, Brian has several priorities he hopes to tackle.

He sees Main Street and downtown as Logan’s front porch – a first impression that matters for residents and businesses alike. Brian’s commitment to schools is personal, as a father of two, and he sees neighborhood revitalization and smart growth as key to supporting students and families.

On the environment, Brian believes in treading lightly and leaving things better than we found them – supporting recycling, energy efficiency, and better transit. He’s an advocate for building more trails, parks, swim, and golf facilities, and for collaborative solutions to traffic with UDOT, neighboring cities, and counties.

Brian Seamons’ expertise and background

Brian knows what it means to manage large budgets, juggle competing interests, and deliver real results. “What I’ve done as a builder my entire career is very similar to what the mayor does,” he says in a statement on Logan’s website. “A builder must bring together the interests of owners, city departments, codes, budgets, and neighbors. This can be an immense challenge. It’s what I do.”

Armed with an economics degree from Utah State University, Brian’s approach is grounded in the study of choices – how they shape communities, budgets, and everyday life. He brings practical, real-world expertise to city government, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.

Brian Seamons’ viewpoints and beliefs

Above all, Brian is a communicator and collaborator. “Implementing great ideas is always a group effort,” he says. Whether it’s community development or fixing traffic, Brian’s approach is grounded in listening, partnership, and a track record of turning plans into action.

Greg Brooks for Logan Council 2025: Background
Manager at Schreiber Foods in Logan.

Policy & Platform
Could not find any information on policy positions.
No social media, news, or campaign statements found.

Transparency
No visible platform = concerns over gov’t transparency.

Greg Brooks

According to Cache Valley Daily, Greg Brooks is a manager at Schreiber Foods, one of Logan’s larger employers. Beyond this professional detail, I could find no publicly available information about his platform, priorities, or vision for Logan City Council. Efforts to locate statements, campaign materials, or policy positions via social media, news outlets, or a campaign website have been unsuccessful.

Concerns about Greg Brooks transparency, accessibility for Logan City Council

The absence of clear communication and a public platform makes it difficult for voters to assess where Greg Brooks stands on the issues facing Logan. Transparency and open communication are essential for public trust and effective governance. Given the lack of information that can be found on Greg, I would personally recommend voting for other candidates.

If you have information on Greg Brooks or have found details that I’ve missed, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me. I will gladly update this section with more information, as soon as I have it and can verify its accuracy.

Voting is critical – do it by August 12!

As Logan heads into another pivotal election, the stakes couldn’t be clearer: this is a contest about growth, community, transparency, and who actually gets a voice in shaping Logan’s next chapter. Whether you’re drawn to proven leadership, a commitment to transparency, or a hunger for fresh ideas, this year’s city council field offers a cross-section of perspectives and priorities.

The decision, like Logan’s future, belongs to all of us. Choose wisely, ask questions, and make sure your vote reflects the Logan you want to build.