Why I'm Running
Because we can do better at keeping residents informed and involved.
My Commitment to Smithville
I am running for Smithville City Council, Place 5, because I believe local government works best when it works in the open. For too long, important decisions about our town's future have felt disconnected from the people who actually live here. I believe we can do better. We can be more proactive in keeping residents informed, and we can be more responsive when neighbors reach out with concerns.
My campaign is built on three core pillars that will guide every vote I take and every decision I make on the council.
1. Complete Transparency
Your VoiceTransparency is not a buzzword. It is a budget line you can read. You deserve to know how decisions are made, where tax dollars go, and why. I will push for clearer, plain-language communication from City Hall to residents on budgets, development projects, and council votes.
- Public, plain-language budget breakdowns
- Proactive project updates before construction begins
- Open-door council communication
2. Genuine Accessibility
Your CouncilI am a neighbor who picks up the phone, shows up at community events, and listens before she speaks. I will make myself available to every resident in Smithville, not just during campaign season. When you reach out to your council member, you should get an answer.
- Regular community office hours
- Responding to every resident inquiry
- Year-round attendance at neighborhood gatherings
3. Protecting Our Roots
Your NeighborAs a third-generation Smithvillian who has been here for over 40 years, I've watched the town grow and invested in its future. I am someone with skin in the game who understands what makes Smithville special and what threatens it. Smart growth means building the future without demolishing our small-town feel.
- Advocating for responsible, guided growth
- Supporting Main Street and local businesses
- Preserving our historical and cultural character