Cheri Jackson serves as the Mayor of Millcreek, a role she assumed in November 2025. Her leadership in the city follows nine years of service on the Millcreek City Council. Jackson was first elected in 2016 as a member of the city’s inaugural council, helping to guide the municipality through its formative years. Her connection to the community is rooted in a lifelong history; she grew up in Millcreek and returned to the area 30 years ago with her husband, Romm, to raise their four sons. In addition to her family life, she is a grandmother of three.
Beyond her local duties, Jackson holds several regional positions that involve representing Millcreek's interests. She serves on the boards of the Unified Police Department, the Unified Fire Authority, and the Unified Fire Service Area. Her influence extends to several other regional entities, including the Utah 100 Communities renewable energy board and the Transportation Coordinating Committee of the Wasatch Front Regional Council. Additionally, she serves on Salt Lake County’s Tourism, Recreation, Culture, and Convention Board.
In her capacity as Mayor, Jackson is involved in official city legislative actions. On August 10, 2026, the Millcreek Council met in a regular session to consider and approve Ordinance No. 26-56. This ordinance approved a monetary contribution of up to $200,000 to the Asian Association of Utah. According to the ordinance, the council determined that this appropriation would be used to enhance the safety, health, prosperity, moral well-being, peace, order, comfort, and convenience of the inhabitants of Millcreek. The council also found that the contribution was necessary to support goals such as economic development, job creation, and job preservation.
Jackson’s name is also listed among the special directors of the Millcreek Business Council. This organization aims to enhance the local business community through promotion, growth, and acting as a voice to city leaders. The council includes various local executives and leaders, such as Mike Winder, the Millcreek City Manager and Economic Development Director, and Steven Connors, the Executive Chair.
Residents interact with Jackson through various civic functions, from council meetings to regional board oversight. Her presence is woven into the foundational structure of the city, having been part of the original council that established the current municipal framework. Whether through the approval of community appropriations or her participation in regional transportation and fire safety boards, her work impacts the administrative and social landscape of the community.
What this means for Millcreek
For Millcreek residents, Mayor Jackson’s long tenure and regional board roles ensure the city maintains a voice in large-scale services like fire and police protection. Her involvement in the Business Council and city ordinances directly influences local economic development and community prosperity, bridging the gap between local neighborhood needs and broader regional coordination.
