Working with Mayor Mike Kourianos has been a pleasure. I was once called the Kid Commissioner and often treated that way by the previous Mayor, but it has been refreshing to work with someone not afraid of change and willing to not only have those critical and difficult discussions, but to make the hard decisions as well.

We raise Carbon County to the next level when we participate with our peers from other counties such as Washington County Commissioner Victor Iverson. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fmbz6Z4TmYY

“I am accustomed to being the underdog,” Jake Mellor stated following the announcement. “This time, I came out on top. I want to build on the momentum and do great things for Carbon County. I appreciate all of the support I have received during this election and look forward to the opportunity to serve.” https://medium.com/@jakemellor/update-jake-mellor-narrowly-wins-carbon-county-commissioner-surveyor-seat-9468107a7ad4

Jake Mellor, Carbon County Commissioner was born in Price, Utah. He temporarily moved away from home to go attend school, and also served in the military not only gaining real life experiences, but also serving his country that he loves. Upon returning to our community, he married local resident, and love his life, Mikaleen (Loveless) Mellor who has helped him dig even deeper roots. http://jakeforcommissioner.com/inside-eastern-utah-carbon-county-economic-future/

jake is a full partner to the coalition — so much so he carries nasal and injectable Narcan in his pickup in the event he encounters someone who has overdosed on opioids — he and his fellow commissioners are also laboring to create new jobs. https://medium.com/@jakemellor/mellor-33-is-the-youngest-county-commissioner-in-the-state-71257973f388

Carbon County Commissioner Will Serve as Moderator at the 2018 Western Career Pathways Conference.
Implementing various Career Pathways Programs has become essential to develop a prosperous economic future for communities across the nation. Carbon County Commissioner Jake Mellor has been asked to serve as a moderator at this year’s Western Career Pathways Conference (WCPC) being held on May 30 through June 1 in Salt Lake City, Utah. http://etv10news.com/carbon-county-commissioner-will-serve-as-moderator-at-the-2018-western-career-pathways-conference/