Women made gains in Utah’s recent elections, but men still hold nearly 3 of every 4 city offices along the Wasatch Front

At least 4 cities make history by electing first women mayors.<br>

(Francisco Kjolseth | Tribune file photo) Michelle Kaufusi will become Provo City's first female mayor in its 157-year history on Tuesday. Utah County will make the biggest leaps in gender equality across the Wasatch Front come January, with a 15 percent increase of female mayoral leadership.

Women made gains in Utah’s recent elections, but men still hold nearly 3 of every 4 city offices along the Wasatch Front

At least 4 cities make history by electing first women mayors.<br>

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