Moving Vineyard in a New Direction
New Direction is proud to support candidates who are ready to move Vineyard forward. Each of them is committed to building a city that listens to its residents, lowers the tax burden, fixes our parking crisis, and brings real transparency to local government. Together, they share a vision of Vineyard headed in a new direction, one that is financially responsible, community-driven, and focused on restoring trust in leadership.
Meet The Candidates for change
Zack Stratton
For Mayor
Zack is running to stop the steady rise in property taxes that are straining middle-class families and those on fixed incomes, especially as Vineyard now has the highest property tax rate in Utah County. He believes in restoring fiscal responsibility by building strong reserves, ending wasteful spending, and ensuring taxpayer dollars are used only for projects that truly serve the public good. Above all, Zack is committed to returning city government to its proper order where elected leaders represent the people’s will and city staff carry out those priorities.For Zack, this is about responsible stewardship, common sense, and giving power back to the residents of Vineyard.
Jacob Wood
For City Council
Jacob Wood is running to end the parking crisis, stop rising taxes, and make the city affordable for families and young people. He believes new developments must serve the people not strain them. Jacob supports limited government, responsible spending, and protecting the Utah Lake and environment that makes Vineyard such a special place to live.For Jacob, this race is about restoring trust, putting families first, and making sure government listens to the people not just special interests.
Parker McCumber
For City Council
Parker McCumber is running to lower the tax burden, restore public trust, and ensure government works for the people not against them. With the highest property taxes in Utah County and rising utility costs, Vineyard families are paying more while city spending keeps growing. Parker will push for a lean, responsible budget that prioritizes essential services and cuts waste. He believes residents deserve real representation and open dialogue not decisions made behind closed doors. Parker also supports common-sense parking solutions that keep streets accessible and put neighborhoods in control.For him, this race is about protecting taxpayers, standing up for families, and bringing accountability back to Vineyard.
David Lauret
For City Council
David is running for Vineyard City Council to bring open, honest, and accountable leadership to city government. He believes public service means being transparent with residents, careful with taxpayer money, and always accessible to the people. David is committed to fiscal responsibility, timely communication, and a straightforward approach to decision-making. For him, political differences are just that differences not divisions. He’ll ensure that every proposal is thoroughly understood, every question is answered, and every resident has a voice.David’s campaign is about trust, transparency, and putting Vineyard residents first.
Paid for by Vineyard Citizens for Transparency & Accountability PAC