Candidates for Logan and North Logan City Council 2025

 Candidates for Logan City Council 2025

Logan City Council biographies submitted by candidates

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Kristi Fatuesi

Hello. I’m Kristi Fatuesi. I have been back in Logan for two years, but it has been home base for my family since 1989. If you are long-time locals and knew Danni and Judy Lofland, they were my parents. A large portion of my siblings and their families reside in Logan and Cache Valley.

I was a single mother in the late 90’s and got my BS in Geography at USU in 1998. My first job supporting my family without government assistance was at USU. I could afford to be a single mom. I remarried in 2003 and was an Army spouse for 20 years. I have lived in Alaska, Kansas, Washington, Germany, and Alabama. With lots of layovers in Logan. I’ve seen many different towns and cities. I have met countless wonderful people from all walks of life. I am now divorced and back in Logan. I am again working at USU. I feel lucky to have my job because it took six months to find! But now I can’t afford being a single mom without help.

I am mother to five sons, who all live with me or across the street. Honestly, returning to Logan has been hard. The cost of housing is ridiculous. A lot of the small-town feel is lost to the progressing urban sprawl. And so. many. cars. These are some of the reasons I have found myself running for City Council. I’d like to keep Logan’s character while making it livable for everyone again.

MELISSA DAHLE

I’m a lifelong Cache Valley resident and have proudly called Logan home for the past 22 years. This city has shaped who I am, and for more than a decade, I’ve worked to give back and help it grow stronger for everyone who lives here.

From 2019 to 2024, I served as chair of the Woodruff Neighborhood, collaborating with residents and city officials to solve problems, strengthen community ties, and improve quality of life. I currently chair the Logan City Parks and Recreation Board, where I helped bring the Cache County Indoor Recreation Feasibility Study to life and have guide decisions on parks, open spaces, and community programs.

As a longtime school volunteer and member of Community Councils at Woodruff Elementary, Mt. Logan Middle School, and Logan High, I’ve spent over 18 years supporting students, teachers, and families—because strong schools are vital to a thriving city.

Outside of public service, I’m a wife, mom, and part-time taxi driver to four busy kids. Two attend Utah State University (my alma mater), one is at Logan High, and one is at Mt. Logan Middle. I enjoy traveling, golfing, audiobooks, photographing my kids’ events, and spending time with my family.

I’m running for Logan City Council because I believe in transparent, responsive leadership that reflects the values and voices of our community.

Let’s work together to keep Logan vibrant, connected, and ready for the future. Don’t dilly, vote Dahle!

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Logan is growing, and that growth must be guided thoughtfully. I support balanced development that protects our neighborhood character while meeting housing needs. This includes increasing access to affordable housing and working with residents to ensure new development aligns with our shared values. A strong local economy is also important. As the wife of a small business owner, I understand the challenges and opportunities local businesses face. I support policies that attract responsible investment, expand commercial spaces, and promote entrepreneurship while preserving Logan’s unique character.

Year-round access to safe, inclusive indoor recreation is crucial for our community’s health and well-being. As a parent involved in youth sports, I’ve heard from many residents about the need for more indoor space to play, especially during our long winters. I fully support developing a new indoor recreation center, either at the county or city level, offering family and lap aquatics, courts, turf, and gathering spaces. My vision for this multi-use facility would serve individuals, youth sports, adult leagues, seniors, and families, while hosting events and tournaments to boost our local economy.

With 15+ years of volunteering in schools, I know the importance of supporting youth. I’ll continue to advocate for youth programs, safe routes to school, and recreational opportunities while keeping a strong relationship with the school district. I’ll also keep pushing for well-maintained parks, expanded recreation, and infrastructure improvements that serve every neighborhood and make Logan a great place to live.

Don’t dilly, vote Dahle! View more at: www.Dahle4Logan.com

Ernesto Lopez

Ernesto López has called Cache Valley home for over 25 years. He moved to the United States as a teenager and, through hard work and determination, became the first in his family to graduate from college—earning both a bachelor’s degree in Spanish and a master’s degree in Instructional Technology from Utah State University. Today, he lives in Logan with his wife and two kids and is deeply invested in the long-term well-being of the community.

 

At USU Extension, Ernesto leads the Online Programs initiative, helping thousands of Utahns gain access to educational opportunities that improve their lives and communities. His career includes nearly five years in the private sector with franchisor Harris Research, Inc, and more than a decade serving local families as a Parent Involvement Specialist at Bear River Head Start.

 

Elected to the Logan City Council in 2020, Ernesto made history as the first Latino and immigrant to serve as an elected official in Cache Valley. He brings a thoughtful and balanced approach to leadership and decision making.  He has served on several city boards, including the Light and Power Advisory Board, Public Arts/Fine Arts Committee, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Renewable Energy & Sustainability Advisory Board, Logan City Youth Council, and the Cache Valley Chamber of Commerce.

 

Ernesto is an advocate for a strong inclusive community. A family-oriented community that welcomes and celebrates our growing vibrant diversity. He’s also actively involved in local efforts that strengthen civic engagement and support youth leadership development.

 

Ernesto’s vision is simple: we are all Logan. We are all part of our beloved city. He looks forward to making more progress on housing affordability efforts, supporting economic development, and advocating for a more sustainable future.

Gail Yost is seeking your vote as a candidate for Logan City Council.

Gail and husband Roger spent a week here in 1973 and fell in love with Logan City, moving here in 1977. They have four adult children and are de facto parents to three of their fifteen foster children who are now in their 30s and 40s. Three of Gail’s children and her first foster daughter served in the military, with two daughters retiring after 26 and 20 years in the Navy.

 Gail graduated from the University of South Florida (B.S.) in 1972 and earned two graduate degrees in 1984 (M Ed) and 1995 (PhD) from Utah State University. 

Gail’s career includes specialist at BRAG, behaviorist at Logan Regional Hospital, instructor at USU and Logan High and 15 years as a foster parent. Gail attended Logan City Council meetings for years.

 Gail’s community service over decades includes:

•  Cache County Child Abuse Prevention

•  Bear River Homeless Council 

•  Whittier Center Board 

•  Friends of the Logan Library

•  Wilson Neighborhood Council

•  Marine Corps League Auxiliary

 

 Gail’s experience helps her understand Logan City’s needs. Affordable housing is critical so our children and grandchildren can afford to live here if they wish. Gail is for keeping Logan City beautiful, livable, and vibrant. Gail Yost will work to maintain the balance of people, business, infrastructure, and growth.

 

Gail wants your support and votes in the upcoming election to allow her to continue supporting the people in Logan City.

Joshua Molitor

My name is Joshua Molitor. I've lived in Logan and Cache Valley since I was 3 years old. I attended Logan’s South Campus high school and went to work landscaping after that. And then got into construction. My first business was landscaping here in Logan. My first two children were born in Logan regional hospital and I have a lot of very fond memories of living in Logan and Cache Valley.

Even though I don't have any higher educational degrees, I make up with a variety of life experiences and skills, going so far as to have worked as maintenance personnel at remote locations in the Prince William Sound. I like working with skilled people in high stress situations and been told that I excel in those types of situations.  I've also been told that I'm a natural problem solver that takes into account the small details with every project or issue that I'm involved in. So I guess now that I'm getting older, I should apply my experiences and abilities, and go into politics.

Katie-Lee Koven

Katie Lee-Koven aims to maintain the quality of life we value in Logan and Cache Valley by promoting growth based on shared values. This includes supporting affordable and diverse housing and business development, ensuring fiscal responsibility, and backing a new multi-purpose indoor recreation and community center in collaboration with Cache County. She also wants to make sure our water and energy resources are sustainable for future generations, continue working on downtown improvements, including Main Street traffic management, and develop a strategic plan for cultural programs. 

 

Katie served as chair of the Hillcrest Neighborhood Council for the past four years, is a founding member of the Public Art Committee for the City of Logan, and a member of the Logan General Plan steering committee. In these roles, she has helped improve communication about city-related projects and has advocated for citizens on issues such as development and recreation.

 

Professionally, Katie serves as the Executive Director at the Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art at Utah State University (USU). She is a recognized leader who has managed two multimillion-dollar capital campaigns, expanded community and K-12 engagement to serve every school in Logan and Cache school districts, and created a welcoming museum space for all. She is married to Mark Lee-Koven, a professor at USU, and has a daughter enrolled in the Logan City School District.

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North Logan

Emily Schmidt

Emily Schmidt grew up in the Midwest where she earned extra credit by going to village council meetings in her small town in Wisconsin and it sparked a curiosity of the role of city government.  When she moved to attend Utah State University, she fell in love with Cache Valley and completed two Bachelor degrees in Economics and International Studies. This grew her curiosity into a flame and she knew she wanted to be an active participant in her community. She and her husband, Ryan, moved to North Logan 11 years ago to raise their 4 children and they found a city they have been happy to call home. In addition to being a full-time mom, Emily works as a legal writer and she is currently serving her first term on North Logan City Council, where she had the opportunity to work on the steering committee for the North Logan City Master Plan and the City Center Master Plan to help North Logan plan for future growth and eventual build-out. She works closely with the library board as a city council member and is excited for the upcoming expansion and new community center. In her free time, she loves to hike the trails of Green Canyon, read, and eat as much Aggie ice cream as she possibly can!

Tim McCabe

Candidate for North Logan City Council

Tim McCabe is a proud resident of North Logan, a dedicated parent, and a committed public servant running for North Logan City Council. With a deep love for his community and a strong belief in the values that make North Logan special, Tim is focused on guiding growth in a way that protects what residents cherish most, safe neighborhoods, open spaces, and a family-friendly atmosphere.

Tim brings six years of experience in public safety, having served as a detention officer with the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office in Flagstaff, Arizona. During his time there, he was actively involved in policy review and writing, employee development, and training. These experiences taught him how to lead with integrity, communicate effectively, and make thoughtful, informed decisions.

Tim believes the best leadership starts with listening. He’s committed to keeping government transparent, ensuring that residents’ voices are heard, and making decisions that serve the long-term interests of the community.

He’s running for City Council to preserve the small-town charm of North Logan while planning smartly for the future. With your support, Tim McCabe will be a steady, responsive voice for families, transparency, and responsible growth.