BACKGROUND: What motivated you to run for City Council, and what unique skills or experience make you the best candidate for the role?

I’m running because West U has been a wonderful place to raise our family—and great communities don’t just happen, they require active participation. Running for Council is an extension of the commitment that began when I served on the Zoning and Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Adjustment. I bring heart, a willingness to put in the time, a philosophical mindset, and the precision and analytical skills of a corporate attorney focused on technology.

ISSUES: What are the two most pressing issues you plan to address as a City Council Member, and what specific strategies will you use to solve them?

Aging infrastructure and communication. Addressing infrastructure requires prioritizing needs and developing plans that are detailed yet flexible—work that extends beyond any one City Council term. That makes communication even more critical: we need to continue clearly explaining long, complex plans, like the Facilities Master Plan, so residents can stay informed, give input, and see how decisions are made.

FUTURE: What is your vision for the city in 10 years, and what steps will you take to achieve it?

In 10 years, I hope West U still feels like West U—safe, neighborly, and well run—but with smarter infrastructure, more transparency, and broader civic engagement. That means doing the groundwork now: setting long-term priorities, planning carefully, and building trust by including residents in the process every step of the way.

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT: How will you engage residents in the city's decision-making process?

I’ll be available, responsive, and open-minded—but I also want to zoom out and focus on how the city communicates. As methods evolve at an exponential rate, we need a framework that adapts, tests new tools, and meets people where they are. Communication itself should be part of the conversation—especially for complex, long-term efforts like infrastructure.

COMMUNITY: What are your favorite things about your city?

What I love most about West U is the community spaces. The residents are great, and I value every chance to cross paths, make a connection, and find kindred spirits. Shared spaces create room for chance encounters that build community—and I support creating more varied spaces, both structured and unstructured, to foster those connections.