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Crest Staley sworn in; mayor praises staffing gains, infrastructure and water policy

Washington City Council (Swearing-in) · January 8, 2026
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Summary

At a swearing-in ceremony, Crest Staley reiterated priorities including public safety staffing increases, recent infrastructure projects and local water protections, attributing accomplishments to staff and council collaboration.

Crest Staley was sworn into office at a Washington City ceremony and used his first public remarks to highlight recent investments in public safety, infrastructure and water policy.

Staley repeated the oath to support the U.S. Constitution, the Utah Constitution and the laws and ordinances of Washington City, then addressed residents and officials gathered at City Hall. He framed continuity and collaboration among elected members and staff as the foundation for recent accomplishments and future plans.

"When you have something that's working well, there's not a need to change it or fix it," Staley said, recalling his prior oath four years earlier and urging continuity in successful practices. He named several council colleagues and credited the elected body and municipal staff for what he…

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