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Utah House Rep. Jake Fitisemanu, D-West Valley City, is looking to extend his stay in the Legislature.

Republican Dave Parke, who owns a franchise of the home healthcare company Home Instead, is challenging for the seat.

The seat, House District 30, represents a central portion of West Valley City.

Voters will choose to send one to Capitol Hill in the upcoming Nov. 3 general election. Mail ballots must be dropped off at a ballot drop box by 8 p.m. on Election Day or, if returned by mail, must be received by the county clerk by 8 p.m. on Election Day.

Candidates submitted photos and answers through a questionnaire. Answers may have been edited for style and clarity. Candidate responses are listed in alphabetical order by last name.

Utah voters told us government corruption is their top concern in this year’s election. Why do you think voters feel this way? And why should Utahns trust you to represent them?

Jake Fitisemanu: Utahns believe legislators are self-serving and are in it for their own gain. As elected officials, we need to be focused on being responsive and engaged in neighborhood-level discussions. I don’t play political games. I’m doing this for my community. I’m out here having real conversations about the issues that are actually important to my neighbors, and that’s why I try to personally respond to residents in my district. It’s why I give out my personal phone number and real email address.

Dave Parke: I believe government should be accountable to the people. Utahns should trust that I remember who is electing me to the Legislature. Throughout my career, I’ve built my business on trust — trust in service, trust in value, and trust that I will do the work. I will bring that same commitment to openness and transparency to the Legislature.

Utahns told us affordability is their second-highest priority in this election. How would you help Utahns afford housing, groceries, gas and other day-to-day expenses?

Fitisemanu: I support policies that increase housing supply and expand attainable homeownership, protect renters, and reduce unnecessary barriers to building. I’ll work to lower the cost of groceries by supporting tax relief on essential food, pursue responsible energy policies that keep utility and transportation costs manageable, and make sure Utah’s strong economy translates into better wages and greater financial security for working families.

Parke: Affordability is an especially important issue in House District 30. I believe we can help address the affordability crisis by cutting unnecessary red tape, allowing businesses to grow, and making it easier to build more homes. We also need an all-of-the-above energy approach that moves us toward energy independence rather than relying on foreign adversaries that may not have our best interests at heart.

Water resources were also a top concern for voters. What policies would you support as Utah looks to balance growth with preservation of the Great Salt Lake and the Colorado River?

Fitisemanu: I support stronger conservation and waterwise development, better measurement and accountability of water use, and investments in agricultural efficiency. I’ll also support dedicated efforts to restore the Great Salt Lake and work with other Colorado River states to protect our share of this vital resource. Growth should never come at the expense of a sustainable water future.

Parke: We need to continue encouraging residents to slow the flow, conserve water, and be more waterwise. We should also look at ways to promote landscaping that uses more native plants and requires less water while preserving the beauty and character of our communities.

What is another topic you care about and want to address if elected to public office?

Fitisemanu: Road safety is a growing issue of concern. As our population grows, so does the need for transportation infrastructure and better enforcement of our traffic laws to reduce fatalities.

Parke: Healthcare is personal for many families in West Valley City. After navigating care for a loved one, I saw firsthand how complicated the system can be. That experience led me to open Home Instead in Utah, where I’ve worked closely with families facing difficult medical and caregiving decisions. I want to bring that experience to the Legislature, reduce unnecessary bureaucracy, support caregivers. and make sure patients and families come first.

How will you vote on Constitutional Amendment A? If passed, the amendment will stop the practice of publishing the full text of amendments and ballot questions by lawmakers in a newspaper for 60 days ahead of an election and instead require that text to be published on two state websites.

Fitisemanu: Against.

Parke: Declined to answer.

How will you vote on Constitutional Amendment B? If passed, citizen-proposed laws that increase taxes would need to be approved by 60% of voters, instead of a simple majority.

Fitisemanu: Against.

Parke: Declined to answer.

What’s your favorite book and why?

Fitisemanu: “Jurassic Park.” Fun, action, and science all artfully woven into a compelling story for all ages.

Parke: My favorite book is “1776″ by David McCullough. It captures the uncertainty, courage, and sacrifice of the American Revolution. I appreciate how it brings the founding of our country to life and shows that American independence was far from guaranteed.