My Commitment

I resolve to:

• Serve all citizens of Spokane to the best of my ability.
• Advocate for the needs of District 1.
• Treat everyone (citizens, city staff, fellow council members) with respect even when we may disagree.
• Seek out information and listen to all perspectives before making decisions.
• Communicate openly, honestly and often.
• Take responsibility for my actions.

Vision for Spokane

I envision the City of Spokane as a strong and vibrant community with safe neighborhoods, a healthy environment, good infrastructure and economic opportunity for all. To that end, I support policies that encourage:

Job growth and sustainable development

• Focused economic development efforts to advance job growth in Northeast Hillyard and the U-District
• Increased (re)construction of commercial and residential areas in our designated urban centers/corridors
• Small business success in historic neighborhood districts

Safe and thriving neighborhoods

• Crime prevention, neighborhood policing and smart justice
• Neighborhood traffic calming
• Targeted housing development and revitalization of neglected areas

Strategic public infrastructure investments

• Effective Spokane River cleanup strategies
• Short- and long-term street maintenance programs
• Current and future transit development opportunities

Responsible and transparent government

• Fair utility rates and sustainable City budgeting
• Consistent two-way communication with citizens, business leaders, city staff and other elected officials
• Open and accountable decision-making

Ongoing Goals and Priorities

Increase community safety

• Support C.O.P.S. and neighborhood-oriented policing efforts that prevent crime
• Identify ways to calm traffic and increase bicycle/pedestrian safety
• Ensure accountability and transparency through the Office of Police Ombudsman

Advance sustainable economic development and job opportunities

• Support implementation of Spokane’s Center/Corridor policies, specifically infill housing development
• Identify strategies to encourage the success of our historic business districts
• Create a targeted economic development plan for industry in East Hillyard as a member of the Northeast Development Board

Support implementation of neighborhood planning efforts, especially in District 1

• Work with the Planning Dept. and neighborhoods to continue to improve the planning process
• Identify changes to policy/regulations that can support the outcomes of these efforts

Encourage community involvement in decision-making

• Actively seek to engage citizens in the community, especially in District 1, through in-person and electronic communications
• Provide strong leadership and engage the public in critical public transit decisions
• Work with Community Assembly to resolve neighborhood concerns and identify proactive policy solutions
• Increase communication and coordination with other area leaders to develop regional solutions and help prioritize the needs of our community