Mayor· 2022-present
Washington City
Kress Staheli's platform focuses on balancing the preservation of Washington City's historical heritage with the management of future growth. As the first new mayor in over a decade, his priorities center on transitioning the city's leadership and maintaining community identity during a period of development.
At a glance
Voice
Mayor Kress Staheli has consistently demonstrated a focus on civic engagement, infrastructure development, and community improvement through his leadership of council meetings and public hearings. He has actively guided discussions on key municipal projects, such as the Sienna Hills Plaza PUD-R extension and the oversight of eminent domain proceedings for water storage facilities, while advocating for pragmatic policy changes like warning-based enforcement for vehicle load regulations. Additionally, Staheli shows a strong commitment to local community spirit and growth, evidenced by his detailed recommendations for enhancing the Cotton Days festival and his ongoing involvement in balancing infrastructure expansion with water conservation standards.
The city will need to pay fair market value for the land acquired.
The city is managing these projects within the capital budget, with some material costs impacted by supply chain delays.
None identified at this time.
Who knows how much this legal battle will cost taxpayers?