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Candidate says she would trim county 'bloat' and demand accountability for big projects and fees

Utah County Republican Party · April 3, 2026
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Michelle Cafuzzi told podcast listeners she would question commission staffing levels, demand detailed justifications for department budgets and membership dues, and require performance evidence before supporting long‑term funding deals such as the Provo Airport interlocal agreement.

Michelle Cafuzzi said the county should resist administrative bloat, require transparent budgeting, and condition major multi‑year funding commitments on clear performance and accounting.

When asked about the commission office — described by hosts as having grown from a few advisers to a larger staff and hiring a county administrator — Cafuzzi said she would ask tough questions and cut roles that could not demonstrate value. "Smaller is efficient,"…

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