Q: Tell us a bit about yourself - how long have you lived in Woodcreek, and what do you like most about it?
The first house I ever lived in after my birth forty years ago was in the neighborhood of Brookmeadow in Woodcreek. I spent my first 17 years living in and around the City of Woodcreek. I moved back in 2020 to raise my children. I love Woodcreek's character. The charming houses, the wildlife, the trees, the people; it is a wonderful place to live.
Q: When and how did you get involved in Woodcreek city government?
I joined the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Body in the Fall of 2020. I ran for the City Council in 2021 and have served on the governing body since then.
Q: Why did you decide to run for Mayor?
Mayor Rasco was ready to step down and retire from the role. I had spent the last four years preparing and learning as much as possible, hoping to carry on after Jeff with the goals and progress we have been working towards.
Q: What are your top priorities as Mayor?
- Create a comprehensive and city-wide stormwater (drainage) management plan and execute the first stage
- Update the Comprehensive Plan
- Retain and build the city reserves
- Preserve natural spaces
- Maintain reasonable tax rates
Q: What are some of Woodcreek's biggest strengths, and how do you hope to build on them?
A close-knit, involved, and passionate community is our greatest strength. Woodcreek looks out for Woodcreek. While we have experienced a great divide recently, through this I have learned that Woodcreek has some deeply caring and strong-voiced residents advocating for this community. We are very fortunate on this front.
I hope to continue to empower everyone through volunteer opportunities on our advisory bodies and ad hoc workgroups. We will continue to hold community events to bring everyone together and maintain this strong sense of neighborly camaraderie. We are better and stronger when we work together.
Q: What message do you most want to send to residents as you begin your term?
I am listening, and we want to see you all get more involved. Get out and enjoy our park upgrades, share a neighborly wave on a walk, stop by City Hall to say hi and give thanks to our hardworking staff, volunteer to help on a park cleanup day, show up to a meeting, give a public comment, or join an advisory body! I look forward to getting to know you all and working alongside you to preserve and protect our Woodcreek Way ~