What I have accomplished so far

In 2022, I…

• Ensured that C.A.R.E.S dollars reached small businesses that were negatively impacted by the pandemic in a timely manner so they could emerge in a better position.
• Initiated and proposed a compromised solution to Streatery usages that divided the town during the pandemic. The solution is a Fee Structure that charges business owners who choose to use the public right of way $500 per Streatery. The city uses this fund to rent additional parking spaces and offering as free public parking, which in turn benefits downtown businesses.

In 2023, I…

• Worked tirelessly to improve the quality of life for all Edmonds residents, especially for residents in Southeast Edmonds where parks and public space are lacking.
• Campaigned and advocated for the following projects around the City of Edmonds to ensure Edmonds residents can share the natural beauty of the reginal ecological designation:
  • Lake Ballinger McAleer boat launch area improvement.
  • Lake Ballinger Park Interlocal Agreement with the City of Mountlake Terrance.
• Campaigned and advocated for the completion of Hwy 99 Stage Two center median improvement project to greatly improve the safety of motorists and pedestrians while enhancing the corridor’s beauty.
• Supported the completion of the new Civic Field Park in downtown Edmonds, especially the all-inclusive children’s playground.
• Served as Finance Committee Chair.
• Formed and led the Citizen’s Finance Advisory Group and held monthly meetings to gather public input as part of community outreach.
• Held monthly Finance Forums at various locations in the city to educate the public about different financial topics that deeply impact our daily lives.
• Advocated for the Fixed It Edmonds app that provides a speedy and convenient way of reporting traffic and city maintenance issues.
• Blew the whistle on the financial crisis that the city is faced in 2023 https://myedmondsnews.com/2023/10/commentary-facing-this-financial-crisis-together-calling-for-unity-between-the-administration-and-city-council/.