Currently holds the office of Lynnwood City Council - Position 4 until December 31, 2027.
Candidate for Lynnwood City Council - Position 4 in 2023 Washington General Election.
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Get StartedFirst, the City Council must prioritize fully staffing our criminal justice departments. Learn more
Finally, many of the most pervasive safety issues of today -- from youth gang activity to chronic mental illness and fentanyl use in public spaces -- are regional issues. These are bigger than Lynnwood can handle on its own, and will require engagement with local non-profits and our county & state government. That's why it's so important that I have built relationships with our many representatives. Learn more
Partner with our City's Tourism staff to platform and incentivize patronage of local businesses with programs like 'New Resident' packets that showcase local shops, and reserve booth space at big city events like our Fair on 44th. Learn more
Leverage our public spaces and create seasonal leasing opportunities for local food-trucks and other pop-ups to serve visitors at our public parks. This can even generate revenue to help fund their maintenance! Learn more
Reform the zoning, building, land-use, and other laws that prevent small businesses from doing what they do best: serving their neighbors what they want, where they are. We can and should work to bring corner-stores, coffee shops, and entrepreneurial opportunities back into our residential neighborhoods. Learn more
Collaborating with our Parks & Recreation Department to make volunteer opportunities that improve residents' sense of ownership over their public spaces. Learn more
One approach to address home owners' concerns about our city's rising number of renters is to foster park stewardship activities that build a sense of communal ownership. Learn more
Working with our Public Works Department to build cost-effective road safety improvements that reduce pedestrian injuries and encourage neighborhood walking. Learn more
One approach to reduce traffic for Lynnwood's car owners is to promote vibrant public spaces in our urban City Center that will keep new residents from needing to drive in the first place. Learn more
One approach to fiscal responsibility is prioritizing infrastructure investments today that will reduce taxpayer costs over time. Learn more
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