Today I was fortunate to be the featured guest on the radio program
Politics Up Close. During the program I was able to talk about many of the good things that are going on in West Valley City. Also I took the opportunity to announce my candidacy for re-election to the West Valley City Council. Below is a copy of the press release issued for the event:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MAY 13, 2011
WEST VALLEY CITY COUNCILMEMBER COREY RUSHTON ANNOUNCES RE-ELECTION BID
WEST VALLEY CITY, UTAH – Councilmember Corey Rushton announced today that he will seek a second four-year term as an At-Large City Councilmember in West Valley City. The announcement came during a segment of KCPW radio’s weekly edition of: Politics Up Close, in which Rushton was the featured guest. With West Valley City as Utah’s second largest city, the city’s at-large council race will be this year’s largest political contest in the state of Utah, outside of the Salt Lake City’s mayoral race.
During the live radio broadcast Councilman Rushton highlighted his involvement in several areas that have contributed to the great progress and overall quality of life in West Valley City. He also elaborated on some city initiatives that were in their infancy, but that would be of great benefit for generations to come. Rushton, who also serves as Mayor Pro Tem, mentioned an increased need for neighborhood vitality and public safety measures to be explored by the City Council. In regards to his decision to run, Rushton noted that, “As a sixth generation resident I am proud to have witnessed the growth and development of this great city, but we need to be innovative as we continue to keep West Valley City moving forward.”
In his first term, Councilman Rushton has taken great strides in expanding the regional influence of West Valley City. Rushton serves as the Chair of the newly formed Jordan River Commission. The commission is comprised of several municipalities and agencies along the Jordan River and provides partnerships and assistance in preserving and planning along the river corridor. Additionally, he serves on the Salt Lake County Council of Governments, Chairman of the West Valley City Audit Committee, and as an appointed member of the First Tier Suburbs Steering Committee with the National League of Cities.
In 2007, Rushton received the greatest number of votes in the history of West Valley City municipal elections. He is already on track to exceed pre-filing fundraising goals and has organized an extensive election committee that is co-chaired by West Valley City Mayor Mike Winder and State Senator Karen Mayne. “Our city is very fortunate to have Corey’s wisdom and energy,” said Winder. “Corey is very respected by his peers and works tirelessly to represent our city well,” added Mayne.
Not much to elaborate on with two major West Valley City announcements. The City just keeps moving forward. Target has announced that they will build a store and anchor a new development on 5600 West. The 135,300 square-foot store will be built on a 39-acre parcel directly across the street from WinCo at 2550 South 5600 West. Target will be a welcome addition to the burgeoning 5600 West corridor and that location will draw customers not only from West Valley City, but also from Magna and even Tooele because of the easy access. The West Valley City store will also be the first prototype in the nation of Target's new-store model. The store will include an ample selection of groceries, but will not be labeled a Super Target.
