Economic Growth & Fiscal Stewardship

• $35 Million City Hall — No New Taxes, No Debt
  Helped deliver a state-of-the-art City Hall designed to improve city services, enhance community connection, and inspire civic pride—all without raising taxes or taking on new debt.

• AAA Bond Rating from S&P and Fitch
  Helped the city achieve the highest possible credit rating, held by fewer than 2% of U.S. cities—saving taxpayers millions in interest on future infrastructure investments.

• Job Creation & Business Growth
  Supported initiatives that led to nearly 500 new businesses in 2024 alone, positioning Orem as one of the best cities in America for entrepreneurs and families.

• Kept Taxes Low, Cut City Debt
  Voted consistently to protect taxpayers—funding major projects without increasing taxes and lowering the city’s overall debt load.

Neighborhoods & Growth

• Protecting Our Neighborhoods
  Opposed high-density housing that didn’t fit with Orem’s character and worked to preserve open space and community assets.

• State Street Master Plan Overhaul
  Led efforts to remove over 10,000 high-density apartment units from Orem’s long-range plan—shifting the city’s vision toward business development, office space, and family-friendly uses.

• Community Planning with Purpose
  Supported neighborhood-specific plans that guide thoughtful growth while preserving Orem’s quality of life.

Public Safety & School Protection

• Police & Fire Support
  Consistently backed investments in public safety—modernizing equipment and increasing support for Orem’s police and fire departments.

• Safer Routes to School
  Advocated for new traffic signals and boosted school crossing guard support to better protect children and families.

Youth, Recreation & the Arts

• Youth Sports & Recreation
  Increased funding for youth leagues and the Orem Family Fitness Center, expanding opportunities for families to stay active and connected.

• Arts & Culture Leadership
  A strong supporter of SCERA and the CARE tax, David has helped grow access to music, theater, film, and community arts programming across the city.

Water Security, Sustainability & Parks

• Expanded Water Infrastructure
  David helped complete a 10-million-gallon water tank and a 1,000-foot well—boosting Orem’s water storage by 35% and protecting our future water supply.

• $20 Million Water Reuse Project
  Supported a citywide conservation initiative projected to reduce water use by over 10% and save $13 million through secured grant funding.

• Redevelopment of Hillcrest Park
  Transformed the former school site into an award-winning $12 million park with a splash pad, 12 pickleball courts, new playgrounds, a library extension, and a future community center—accomplished without raising taxes.

• Lakeview Park Improvements
  Helped secure $2 million in external funding for new turf and lighting—expanding field use year-round and making Orem a destination for sports tournaments.