Kevin Dunn and Todd Westcott have officially entered the race for mayor of Monticello, Utah, presenting different visions for the community as the city faces a critical juncture regarding growth and long-term development. Dunn, a current member of the Monticello City Council, and Westcott, a private sector professional, released declarations of candidacy on Sept. 4, 2026.
Dunn Emphasizes Accessibility
Kevin Dunn, who has served as a member of the Monticello City Council for the past four years, emphasized his commitment to small government and personal freedoms in his declaration of candidacy. Dunn, who moved to Monticello in 1997 to seek a small-town atmosphere and deep family ties, stated that he has experienced firsthand how governmental processes can erode personal freedoms.
Dunn outlined a platform centered on accessibility and community communication. If elected, he intends to maintain regular, scheduled office hours several times each week to ensure he is available to communicate with and respond to the needs of the community and city employees. He noted that conversation with the people of Monticello is essential to guiding the direction of the community and maintaining neighborly cohesion.
Westcott Highlights Professional Experience
Todd Westcott, a candidate with deep roots in the Monticello area, focused his candidacy on utilizing his professional experience to assist in future city governance. Westcott, who has spent 28 years working in the local private oil and gas sector, cited his background in regulatory compliance and the management of complex physical assets as key assets for the role.
Westcott, who pursued an education in the aviation field before returning to Monticello to raise a family, stated his goal is to help make Monticello a better place for all residents. He expressed his intent to serve as a voice of reason and sound judgment regarding decisions and projects that impact the wellbeing of local families and the broader community.
Community Growth Challenges
The mayoral race comes at a time when Monticello officials describe the city as being at a critical juncture in terms of growth and longevity. Both candidates framed their candidacies around the need to navigate these upcoming challenges to ensure a prosperous future for the municipality.
While Dunn focused on the importance of a government that is "for the people, of the people, and by the people," Westcott emphasized his desire to offer his expertise to help with the city's future decisions. Both candidates expressed a desire to strengthen the community through their respective leadership styles.
Election Outlook
The Monticello City Administration Building, located at 17 N 100 E, remains the hub for local government operations. As the election approaches, the candidates seek voter support to lead the city through its next phase of development.
Future Outlook
The candidates' platforms address the core needs of a community managing the balance between maintaining a small-town atmosphere and navigating the complexities of modern growth.
