 Boyd McAffee 
Boyd McAffee, a veteran educator and long time resident of Orem, announced his candidacy for House District 60 on February 11, 2008. McAffee is running against Representative Brad Daw.
Calling himself a "political outsider," McAffee said that his many years working with youth in public education helps him understand the top issue facing the state. "I will bring real life experience to the table when matters of education are discussed on Capitol Hill."
McAffee said it was "time for legislators to start listening to the people." He promised that he would listen to the views of his constituents more than the incumbent has.
McAffee, who is currently the administrator of Clear Creek, Alpine School District's outdoor education program, served 30 years as a schoolteacher in the Alpine School District. He also pointed to his experience in various positions with local financial institutions as a plus when handling issues of state budget and finance.
He also has served for over 30 years as a registered Scouter, including 11 years as a scoutmaster. He has received the Silver Beaver Award for his lengthy Scouting service.
The long-time Orem resident is not the first in his family to associate with the legislature. McAffee's father served as a state representative from Provo in the 1960s.
Announcement SpeechI am grateful for your attendance today. It is an honor to have you here with me. My name is Boyd McAffee. And today I am announcing my intention to run for the state legislature as a Democrat. I understand that I am embarking on a difficult journey. I am a political outsider, and I am running against an incumbent, a Republican incumbent in utah County, nonetheless. I am here today to declare that I am up for the challenge. The same challenge faced Boyd McAffee, Sr., in the 1960s.
I am currently the administrator of Clear Creek, Alpine School District's outdoor education program. I have held this position for 16 years. I retired from teaching at Valley View Elementary in Pleasant Grove after 30 years. My time in the trenches with Utah's youth has brought a wealth of knowledge about what is working and what needs to be improved in public education. I will bring real life experience to the table when matters of education are discussed on capitol hill. I have worked and lived in the trenches of Utah's schools my whole life. The recent referendum proved that education is a top priority in our state. I am anxious to put my expertise to work.
My qualifications do not end with my experience in education. In the business world I've been involved in property management in three counties over the past 35 years. I am aware of the population growth we are faced with in Utah County and throughout the state. I am also well versed in finance. I have served in various positions of a local financial institution for 29 year, including Chairman of the Board of Directors. I know and understand how business works. Transportation is another key issue that needs immediate attention.
Working with the outdoor education program and the Boy Scouts has made environmental awareness and conservation a topic close to my heart. Utah is blessed with beautiful and wild places. We need to respect and cherish our beautiful outdoors. We must do better to preserve them for future generations.
I am in a position to represent the people of district 60 because I have lived at my current residence for 30 years. We need to prepare for growth by being proactive. We need to protect our environment. I have experience in education on the student level, having raised five children. I have experience in education as a teacher. I have experience in education as an administrator. My experience will be a benefit on the hill. I am keenly aware of the key issues of growth, transportation, and the environment. I will keep my promises, and I will listen to the people in my district.
Thank you for your support today. I am asking for your continued support through November. I ask you to help me bring some accountability to the State Legislature. After all, the legislators ought to represent the people of their districts. |
