Protecting Taxpayers through strong independent oversight and proven fiscal discipline.
Budget Increases are Unsustainable
Utah County is growing rapidly, but government spending cannot grow faster than the taxpayers who support it. Continued budget increases without careful oversight place unnecessary pressure on families and businesses. I will help ensure spending decisions are based on accurate information and long-term sustainability.
Prevent Tax Errors
Tax errors cost taxpayers money. Taxpayers deserve confidence that taxes are calculated accurately and distributed to the correct entities. By strengthening reconciliation processes and internal controls, I will help prevent costly errors before they impact taxpayers.
Provide Strong, Capable Leadership
Provide Strong, Capable Leadership
The County Auditor leads a large team across multiple departments. I will lead the Auditor's Office with professionalism and strategic direction, ensuring staff, systems, and audits operate at a high standard.
Priorities
Make County Finances Easier to Understand
Make County Finances Easier to Understand
Make County Finances Easier to Understand
I will ensure county financial information is clear, accurate, and accessible so taxpayers can easily understand how their money is being spent.
Strengthen Financial Controls
Make County Finances Easier to Understand
Make County Finances Easier to Understand
I will provide independent oversight through strong internal controls and meaningful audits that identify risks, reduce waste, and improve performance.
Ensure Responsible Budget Growth
Make County Finances Easier to Understand
Ensure Responsible Budget Growth
I will promote responsible budgeting and long-term planning so county spending grows deliberately and taxpayer dollars are used efficiently.
Modernize Audit Systems
Make County Finances Easier to Understand
Ensure Responsible Budget Growth
Strong financial oversight depends on modern systems. As a Chief Technology Officer, I have led the development and oversight of complex systems. I will bring that experience to modernize the Auditor’s Office and improve transparency and accuracy.
Travis’ First 100 Days
Transparency Dashboard
I will begin creating tools such as a transparency dashboard and a popular budget that make county financial information easier for the public to access and understand.
Meet With All County Leaders
I will meet with department leaders, the Treasurer, Assessor, and other financial officials to better understand existing systems, risks, and opportunities to strengthen oversight and coordination.
Audit the Assessment Process
Audit the Assessment Process
The County Assessor determines property values, but the Auditor plays an important role in reviewing the systems and controls behind that process. Auditing the assessment process helps ensure procedures are accurate, transparent, and working as intended.
Meet Travis
Family, Faith, and Freedom
I love my family, my religion, and my country. I believe strong families, strong values, and personal freedom are the foundation of a thriving community and a responsible government.
I was raised in a humble home where hard work, honesty, and faith were part of everyday life. We didn’t have much, so I learned the value of being a good steward of what you’ve been given. Those lessons shaped who I am and continue to guide how I serve my community today.
I will bring that same mindset to protecting taxpayer dollars and ensuring they are managed responsibly.