Position Sought
Salt Lake City School Board, District 2
Party Affiliation
Democrat
Location
Salt Lake City, Utah
Date of Primary Election
June 25, 2024
Primary Election Donation Limit
$2,000
Date of General Election
November 5, 2024
General Election Donation Limit
$2,000
Race/Ethnicity
White/Caucasian
Gender Identity
Cisgender Man
Sexual Orientation
Gay
Connect with Turner Bitton
Turner will be the first out LGBTQ+ person on the Salt Lake City School Board!
Biography
Turner Bitton is the current Chairman of the Glendale Neighborhood Council. For four years, he has led efforts to create safer streets, keep public spaces clean and litter-free, and bring more of our neighbors into civic affairs. Turner is running for Salt Lake City School Board because the Salt Lake City School District is at a crossroads. As Salt Lake City grows and changes, the school district needs leaders willing to fight for the future of our schools. An optimistic and goal-oriented leader, Turner believes that the future of Salt Lake City and the school district is bright. Turner is a dedicated community leader who drives to ensure every child gets a quality public education and is a product of public schools. Turner will fight to ensure that the Westside’s voice is heard and provide leadership that is accessible, present, and willing to listen.