Lee Sands

Lee Sands

Local Government Policy Analyst

lee@libertas.org

Lee is the Local Government Policy Analyst at Libertas Institute. He has had a lifelong passion for research, writing, entrepreneurship, local government, and building relationships with people from all walks of life.

Before joining Libertas, Lee worked as a technical writer, covered tech and local events as a journalist, developed websites, launched a Kickstarter campaign, and helped businesses create budgets and integrate accounting and other systems.

A native of rural northeast Florida, Lee moved to Provo, Utah in 2004. Since graduating from BYU and attending the Vermont College of Fine Arts, Lee has started a family, become increasingly active in local politics as a volunteer, and now joins Libertas to be a resource for elected officials and the general public. Lee enjoys camping, fishing, Jeeping, history, and all things creative and analytical.

Lee Sands's Articles

Utah lawmakers made key tax policy changes this session—so how will these shifts impact your wallet?
This past legislative session saw both victories and setbacks in the fight for property rights, shaping the future of housing.
Utah’s SB 179 cuts zoning red tape, making it easier for entrepreneurs to launch innovative businesses like food trucks and microschools.
In the end, RAP taxes reflect a broader principle: that local democracy works best when citizens are empowered to make decisions that directly impact their lives.
If you want a say in how your tax dollars are spent, learning about these bonds — and turning out to vote on them — is essential.
Utah is getting two new cities. What does this process entail, and what does it mean for the residents and Utahns in general?