Provo City Mayor Michelle Kaufusi Wins Nail-Biter Election

UPDATE: In a razor-thin victory, incumbent Provo City mayor Michelle Kaufusi has just been declared the winner of the 2025 mayoral election, according to unofficial results released today. Kaufusi secured 6,149 votes, narrowly defeating her opponent, Marsha Judkins, who garnered 5,987 votes. This election has sent shockwaves through the community, with Kaufusi winning by a mere 162 votes.

The results from all 66 precincts have been tallied, confirming Kaufusi’s re-election after she first took office in 2017. If these results hold, she will continue to lead Provo for the next four years. This tight race highlights the competing visions for the city’s future, with both candidates passionately campaigning on key issues.

Kaufusi’s campaign focused on maintaining low taxes for fiscal responsibility and managing growth. She also emphasized the importance of revitalizing areas like East Bay and Provo Towne Center, preserving open spaces, refreshing neighborhood parks, and investing in infrastructure.

Judkins, in her campaign, challenged Kaufusi’s record, creating a fact-checking section on her website aimed at correcting what she described as misleading claims about her legislative history. The fierce competition between the two candidates captivated voters, making this election one of the most closely watched in recent memory.

As the community digests this outcome, attention now turns to what Kaufusi’s administration will prioritize in her new term. Will she follow through on her ambitious plans for urban development and sustainability? Residents are eager to see how the newly re-elected mayor will address the pressing issues facing Provo.

Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as official results are finalized.