2025 Monticello Mayor Candidate Profiles

Kevin Dunn

Friends and fellow Monticelloans,
My name is Kevin Dunn and I am running for Mayor of Monticello City. I currently reside in the old Redd home on Main Street built by my grandfather, Ray Redd.
My father was in the Air Force and served for 35 years, affording me the opportunity to live in many places, but Monticello has always been home.
I have served on Monticello City council for the past four years. It is inspiring to witness volunteers, civic leaders, business owners, and city and county employees who strive for the betterment of this community.
Because it is home, I care deeply about the present and future of Monticello. I am a retired high school science teacher.
I have two sons who live and work here in this wonderful community. I have learned, by speaking to business owners and community members, that there is a keen desire and need for their grown children to be able to return home to raise their families.
This has been an issue in Monticello for some time. I feel this could be achieved through sustained yet controlled community-involved growth.
My role as mayor would be as a liaison between the community and city government to promote involvement and cohesion. It is essential that we continue moving this city in a positive direction.
There is a need for renewed focus on infrastructure, public health - water and sewage upgrades - as well as support of small businesses.
As Mayor I plan to be directly involved with the community by holding regular business hours.
I will be available to anyone to solve potential problems and to be proactive and informed of issues of importance or concern. This brings many voices and perspectives into critical decisions for Monticello.
This is a unique opportunity for civil discourse which is currently lacking in politics. Government should always be FOR the people, OF the people and BY the people. That will be my motto, if elected.
Thank you for your consideration.

Bayley Hedglin

Over the past four years, Monticello has made steady, meaningful progress. As mayor, my focus has been on laying a foundation that strengthens our city for generations to come, built on fiscal responsibility, modern infrastructure, and collaboration that keeps Monticello moving forward.
Before becoming mayor, I served four years on the Monticello City Council, where we began addressing critical infrastructure priorities that had been deferred for years. That groundwork allowed us to move quickly and strategically once I took office. Today, we’re seeing the results of that planning with stronger city systems and sustainable operations.
Our team has worked hard to bring the city’s assets, water systems, roads, and public facilities, up to standard. We’ve prioritized smart investments and secured outside funding so improvements don’t overburden taxpayers. Major progress has been made on water infrastructure, parks, and road planning with a clear focus on long-term sustainability.
Fiscal responsibility has guided every decision. Monticello operates on a modest budget, and I’m proud we’ve stretched every dollar while maintaining essential services. We’ve increased transparency, improved project planning, and leveraged grants and partnerships to maximize impact. The recent bond to secure future water rights is one example of a strategic investment that will protect our resources and support growth.
Monticello now has a stronger voice in regional and statewide decision-making. Through my service on boards such as the Utah League of Cities and Towns, Monticello has a seat at the table where policies and funding priorities are shaped. These appointed roles reflect recognition of the important place our city holds in Southeastern Utah’s future.
Our partnerships extend beyond city government. Recently, Monticello hosted the Manti-La Sal National Forest Cooperators Meeting, bringing together local, county, state, and federal partners to discuss responsible land management and future planning. Collaboration like this ensures that our natural resources are managed wisely and that rural perspectives remain part of every discussion.
Monticello is also proud to participate in Utah’s Rural Economic Blueprint Program, a new initiative from the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity that helps rural communities design clear, data-driven economic plans. The program engages local leaders, business owners, and residents in creating strategic goals, identifying priority projects, and connecting to state and federal funding sources. This kind of planning will help Monticello strengthen its economy, attract new opportunities, and ensure that future development aligns with our community’s values.
We’re also building community from the ground up. Monticello joined San Juan County’s Prevention Action Collaboration (SJCPAC) Work Groups to address mental health, literacy, and youth development. As mayor, I believe in community first, when we give youth a voice, strengthen schools, and support wellness, we create a stronger, healthier future.
Outside city hall, I serve as Associate Director of Development for Utah State University, helping secure funding and partnerships for regional campuses in Blanding, Moab, and Price. My work in higher education gives me a unique perspective on how education and workforce development create opportunity in rural communities.
I have raised my seven children here in Monticello. Four have graduated from Monticello High School, and I’ve seen firsthand the power of community, family, and education in shaping our youth. This city has been our home, our foundation, and our future.
I’m running for re-election because Monticello’s progress should not lose momentum. The groundwork has been laid. Together, we can continue building a financially sound, connected, and vibrant community for generations to come.