Previous Offices Held
Elected to the Lewiston City Council (Ward 2) for a three-year term.
Top Three Priorities
My top priorities are public safety, cutting unnecessary spending and smart economic growth. I will support law enforcement and community policing while addressing youth violence through prevention and accountability. I will continue pushing for meaningful recovery within our city that addresses substance use and helps people rebuild their lives. I will protect taxpayers, support local businesses, and promote affordable housing, especially for seniors.
Why are you running?
I am running because I believe deeply in Lewiston and its people, and I take this responsibility seriously. As a lifelong resident, business owner, and mother of a Lewiston police officer, I understand what is at stake. My first two years were spent listening, learning, and carefully observing. I now have the experience to keep serving as a voice of reason, make difficult decisions for the right reasons, and work respectfully with everyone.
What is the biggest challenge facing your town/county? The biggest opportunity?
Our biggest challenge is public safety, including youth violence. Residents deserve safe neighborhoods, and businesses need confidence to invest. The first citywide revaluation in 38 years also created serious concerns for homeowners, especially seniors and those on fixed incomes. I advocated for a one-year delay and will continue fighting for a fair, responsible implementation. Our opportunity is to restore confidence through safety, smart growth and accountable leadership.
If you could change one thing about how the town/county functions, what would it be and why?
I would improve communication, cooperation and follow-through among the City Council, city departments and residents. Too often, people struggle to get clear answers or understand how decisions are made. City government should be transparent, responsive and accountable. Better coordination would reduce frustration, improve services and help us make sound decisions based on the needs of Ward 2 and Lewiston as a whole.
Do you support more development – i.e. more housing construction and business building in your town/county? Why or why not?
Yes. Lewiston needs responsible housing and business development. Growing our commercial tax base can create jobs and help reduce the burden on homeowners. We must also build safe, affordable housing that meets the needs of working families while giving special priority to seniors, many of whom are being priced out of the community they helped build. Development should strengthen neighborhoods and benefit existing residents.