My top priorities would be public safety, responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars, and long-term planning for Scott County’s future. First, I will continue supporting law enforcement, first responders, and mental health resources that keep our communities safe and healthy. Second, I will focus on accountability and efficient government by ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent wisely and county government remains transparent and responsive. Third, I will prioritize infrastructure and long-term planning so roads, parks, and county services continue to meet residents’ needs. My approach will be simple: focus on core county responsibilities, think long term, and make decisions that strengthen our communities for future generations.
Safe and accessible elections are not competing goals—they are both essential to public trust. We should make it easy for every eligible voter to cast a ballot while ensuring strong safeguards that guarantee election integrity. Elections are the backbone of America and every voter needs full confidence in the results.
One of the biggest challenges is ensuring residents can access mental health services before problems become crises. We also need stronger coordination between mental health providers, law enforcement, healthcare systems, and county services. During my time in the Legislature, I helped secure funding that made a new mental health treatment center in Savage possible. I will continue supporting practical investments that expand access to care and improve outcomes for families.
My approach would be to focus on delivering excellent core services while being disciplined stewards of taxpayer dollars. That means setting clear priorities, measuring outcomes, and looking for efficiencies before asking taxpayers to pay more. My experience in both government and the private sector has taught me the importance of long-term planning and responsible budgeting. County government should be transparent, accountable, and focused on providing value to residents every day.
Immigration enforcement is primarily a federal responsibility, not a county one. The county board’s role is to ensure local governments, law enforcement, and public services have the resources they need to serve residents safely and effectively while complying with state and federal law. My focus as a county commissioner would remain on core county responsibilities, supporting public safety, and ensuring taxpayer-funded services are delivered efficiently and fairly.
I believe good local government starts with being accessible. I will regularly attend community events, meet with residents where they are, and proactively engage with local businesses, nonprofits, schools, and public safety leaders. I also believe in being responsive and approachable outside of formal meetings. Some of the best ideas and feedback come from everyday conversations, and I want residents to know they will have a commissioner who listens, communicates, and follows through.
Promote Savage's Interests at the County Level:
Savage deserves strong representation & a clear voice in county decision-making. I'll advocate for the priorities, goals & needs of Savage.
Fiscal Responsibility:
Manage Taxpayer dollars carefully & efficiently. I helped maintain Savage's AAA bond rating. I will continue to focus on responsible budgeting.
Housing for Today's Families and Tomorrow's Workforce:
Expand affordable & workforce housing opportunities.
Economic Development & Business Growth:
Foster an environment that encourages investment, job creation & economic growth.
Protecting Essential County Services:
Reduced funding & unfunded mandates need thoughtful leadership to maintain necessary services.
We already have the safest and most secure voting system in the world.
The debunked false narrative claiming otherwise is an excuse to implement voter suppression which must be stopped.
Voting access must be easy, simple, accessible and can still be safe and secure.
Remove the roadblocks without compromising the integrity of our elections.
Our biggest challenge is the elimination of State and Federal Funding that supported Mental Health and Social Services.
The formula is simple:
Reduced Funding = Reduced services.
We do a good job when we have the resources to do the job.
The County is Mandated to provide these services and we won't turn away someone in need, but we have to be able to support those services well.
I will work with state legislators to get back funding cuts to increase services and reduce the county tax burden.
Experience serving 9 years on the Savage City Council running Local Government provides the expertise to continue responsible stewarding of County services and finances.
I fully understand the budgeting process and operations oversight to balance fiscal responsibility and provide continued service support.
I am proud to have guided Savage to provide excellent City services while maintaining our AAA Bond Rating
Immigration Enforcement is already the responsibility of other government entities at the State and Federal level. It is overreach, out of our authority and costly for the County to step in and take the lead on this.
You do your job and we'll do ours.
The County's responsibility is to provide local services to people in our community first and foremost. Child Protection Services doesn't qualify or deny a child needing protection by asking citizenship status.
Sitting in meetings, developing policy and budgets is only half the job.
The other half of the job is out in the field, being active in community events, coordinating through SCALE (Scott County Association for Leadership & Efficiency), interacting with City Officials about Savage's needs and representing Scott County & Savage beyond our borders at regional and state levels.
Must be present to participate and I'll be there.
I will always be transparent and accessible to constituents.
