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Retiring officials urge new leaders to expect a steep learning curve and to prioritize communication
Summary
Three long-serving mayors and several experienced council members reflected on public service in a recent session in Ephraim, advising prospective elected officials to prepare for a steep learning curve, cultivate good communication with residents and colleagues, and build consensus.
Three retiring elected officials and four veteran council members gathered to reflect on decades of local service, offering practical advice to anyone considering public office.
"Becoming an elected official, if you've never been involved in that role before, there's a lot to learn. I've heard it described as drinking out of a fire hose at first, particularly the mayor," said Speaker 2, a retiring elected official. Other speakers repeatedly urged prospective officeholders to "be prepared for the learning curve." Speaker 3 said, "You better be prepared for a steep learning curve."
Why it matters: the speakers said local government requires both…
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