Kelly Smith has spent years working alongside her neighbors to strengthen her community. A retired educator, small business owner, and longtime volunteer, she has invested more than three decades in local schools and civic organizations, building the relationships that make strong neighborhoods possible.
For Kelly, public service has always meant showing up, listening, and working alongside the people she represents. As a second-term city council member, she has seen that when local leaders, families, and community partners collaborate, they solve problems in ways that match real needs. Decisions grounded in local knowledge lead to better outcomes for businesses, families, and taxpayers alike.
Kelly is running for the Utah State Senate because she believes residents deserve a legislator who engages with them, seeks their input, and understands the work happening in their communities. Today, that connection is missing. Local leaders are making critical decisions about growth, schools, infrastructure, and public safety with little communication or partnership from the state. The people doing the day-to-day problem solving are not being heard.
Kelly knows that real representation requires more than casting votes on Capitol Hill. It requires asking questions, building trust, and staying closely connected to the people who live and work here. She has built strong, lasting relationships with local elected officials, and she respects their firsthand understanding of community challenges and opportunities. Utah is strongest when state policy aligns with, rather than overrides, locally driven solutions.
Her approach is shaped by her years as an educator: communicate clearly, bring a variety of voices to the table, and focus on solutions that strengthen families and neighborhoods. Kelly is committed to restoring a collaborative partnership between state and local government so communities are empowered, not sidelined.
With deep experience, trusted relationships, and a record of responsiveness, Kelly is ready to serve as a senator who represents, listens, and leads with respect. She believes Utah’s success depends on genuine collaboration between state leaders and the communities they serve.
Meet Kelly
City Council Member
Kelly has served two terms on the Cedar Hills City Council, where she worked closely with residents, local elected leaders, and community partners on issues ranging from public safety to fiscal stewardship. Her leadership has emphasized collaboration, transparent communication, and responsiveness to community needs.
Retired Educator
As a former educator, Kelly brings firsthand insight into the needs of students, families, and teachers. Her work in the classroom strengthened her commitment to communication, problem solving, and building strong relationships across diverse perspectives.
Small Business Owner
Kelly and her husband have built and operated a local small business, giving her a practical understanding of the economic pressures facing families, entrepreneurs, and community employers. She knows how regulatory decisions, taxes, and infrastructure affect day-to-day business operations.
30+ Years of Community Service
For more than three decades, Kelly has volunteered in schools, neighborhoods, and civic organizations throughout American Fork and Cedar Hills. Her service includes work with parent groups, school activities, and community initiatives that strengthen families and support educators.
Lifelong Republican
Kelly understands that strong representation starts long before Election Day. As a precinct chair, state and county delegate, and active member of the county central committee, she has worked to expand participation, encourage civic engagement, and ensure neighborhood voices are heard in the political process.
Trusted Collaborator
Kelly has built strong relationships with city and county leaders across northern Utah County. She is known for showing up, asking questions, and consistently working to bridge communication between the state and local levels. Her network of trusted relationships reflects years of steady engagement and shared problem solving.
Deep Roots in Our Community
Kelly and her husband have lived in Cedar Hills and American Fork for decades, raising their four children and now enjoying life as grandparents. Their long-standing involvement in schools, civic life, and small business ownership keeps Kelly closely connected to the issues families face every day.