Eagle Mountain council member Melissa Clark says she is running for mayor, cites transparency and local business experience

Melissa Clark, an Eagle Mountain City Council member and CEO of the local Chamber of Commerce, said she is running for mayor and cited a need for “transparent, accountable, and experienced leadership.”

Clark, who identified herself as a longtime Eagle Mountain resident and a mother of four, said her nearly six years on the council and work with local businesses motivate her campaign. “I love Eagle Mountain, and I would be honored to serve as your mayor,” she said.

In a brief statement, Clark described her background in local government and business leadership, saying she has helped “local businesses thrive” and built regional partnerships. She said she listens to residents, teaches emergency preparedness and works to “cut through red tape” when officials or residents encounter obstacles. Clark said she approaches problems by looking for practical solutions and described the election as “about the courage to protect the Eagle Mountain we love.”

The statement did not include a campaign timetable, filing plans or details about endorsements or party affiliation; those items were not specified in the recorded remarks.

Clark’s remarks appeared as a single, concise public statement; no formal action or vote was taken during the remarks.