In Magna, two candidates are running to be the mayor for the small northwestern suburb after current Mayor Eric Barney elected to step down and run for a City Council seat.
After a four-way primary, Mick Sudbury (Mickey M. Sudbury on ballots) and Alexander Adriano (Alexander J. Adriano on ballots) moved on to the race’s general election.
Sudbury currently represents west-central District 3 on the council and Adriano is a civics educator.
The Salt Lake Tribune sent a survey to candidates in Salt Lake County’s Nov. 4 municipal mayoral elections. Answers may be edited for style and clarity. Responses are listed in alphabetical order by last name:
Outside of housing or transportation, what is the biggest problem your community faces and how would you overcome it?
Adriano: Did not answer.
Sudbury: With over 20 years of community engagement and civic involvement, I have found that one of Magna’s biggest challenges is maintaining essential services and infrastructure as we grow. Our roads and public utilities need long-term planning and investment. I’ll advocate for strengthening partnerships, pursuing grants and ensuring our tax dollars are used efficiently — so Magna stays safe, well-maintained and a great place to live for generations to come.
What transportation improvements will you pursue to help residents get around easily, quickly and safely?
Adriano: Did not answer.
Sudbury: I’ll work with the Utah Department of Transportation and the Utah Transit Authority to expand bus routes; improve road maintenance; and add more sidewalks, crosswalks and bike paths. I also want to ensure our streets are safe for kids walking to school and families enjoying our neighborhoods. Better connectivity means better access to jobs, schools and local businesses for everyone in Magna.
Utah is now tied with Idaho and Rhode Island for the seventh most expensive housing market in the nation. As mayor, how will you approach affordability, growth and growing pains in your city?
Adriano: Did not answer
Sudbury: This is one of the greatest challenges facing families today, and unfortunately, it isn’t one single issue. The cost of housing is affected by wages, land use, construction costs and policy choices. As mayor, I’ll examine all factors that contribute to the high costs we are experiencing. We must ensure growth benefits everyone — by promoting responsible development, supporting mixed-income housing and protecting existing neighborhoods. Magna deserves balanced growth that maintains our hometown character while making it possible for our kids and seniors to keep calling this community home.
Immigration has been an important issue in many communities, especially in those that are considering law enforcement partnerships with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Would you support such a partnership in your community?
Adriano: Did not answer.
Sudbury: No.
If elected, would you advocate for your community to conserve more water to aid the Great Salt Lake?
Adriano: Did not answer.
Sudbury: Yes.
What’s a fun or interesting fact about yourself?
Adriano: Did not answer.
Sudbury: I’ve served Magna for over 20 years on the Water Board; City Council; and in groups like the Magna Museum, Cyprus Football Boosters, Chamber of Commerce and the PTA. I’m ready to bring that experience to the role of mayor. I do not take a salary in exchange for my services to the city.