ISSUES
Building a City that Works for Everyone
Asheville needs affordable housing, resilient infrastructure, economic opportunity, and creative leaders who will get the job done.
When people believe their city has their back, they are far more likely to invest their lives, families, and businesses in it.
Our city is growing and changing, and that growth must work for the people who live here today as well as those who will call Asheville home in the future.
This campaign focuses on practical solutions that help Asheville grow stronger while protecting the people and communities that make this city special.
How I Lead
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I believe representation strengthens democracy. I will lead openly and authentically while working to rebuild trust between residents, local government, and community institutions.
That means engaging directly with neighborhoods, faith communities, grassroots organizations, and local leaders so Asheville’s government remains responsive and accountable.
Strong collaboration between Asheville City Council, Buncombe County Commission, and regional partners is essential for delivering real results.
Leadership also means staying focused on solutions. I believe in building coalitions, listening to different perspectives, and staying at the table until the work is done.
City government should focus on practical solutions, measurable results, and collaboration rather than political theater.
Grow Sustainably
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Growth must strengthen neighborhoods rather than displace them, ensuring longtime residents remain part of Asheville’s future.
That means investing in infrastructure, supporting housing policies that allow working people to remain in our city, and planning growth in ways that protect neighborhood character and quality of life.
Growth without coordination creates congestion, strain on infrastructure, and instability. Thoughtful planning ensures Asheville remains both livable and economically strong.
The lessons of Hurricane Helene made clear that resilience and infrastructure planning cannot wait. Preparing our city for future climate challenges must be part of how we plan Asheville’s growth moving forward.
Housing People Can Actually Afford
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Right now, housing costs far outpace wages, pushing out the very people who keep this city running.
Housing policy must also include strong anti-displacement strategies so that longtime residents, working families, and neighborhoods are not pushed out of a good life by rising costs and rapid development.
I support expanding deeply affordable and workforce housing through smart zoning reform, missing-middle housing, and partnerships that tie affordability to local incomes, not just market trends.
Growth must align with infrastructure, traffic capacity, and neighborhood input. Development without coordination creates congestion and strain. Responsible planning protects both community character and long-term stability.
Housing policy should expand supply while protecting the people and communities that already call Asheville home.
Affordable housing is not only a social issue. It is an economic stability issue that affects teachers, service workers, artists, first responders, and young families across our city.
Small Business & Local Economic Opportunity
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Our creative economy supports jobs, tourism, neighborhood vitality, and local investment.
I believe in reducing unnecessary barriers for small business owners, expanding support resources, and ensuring recovery efforts reach local operators who are still rebuilding.
When we support local makers, restaurateurs, shop owners, and creative professionals, we strengthen Asheville’s workforce and keep more dollars circulating within our community.
Asheville’s long-term economic stability also depends on expanding opportunity across multiple sectors, including creative industries, technology, advanced manufacturing, outdoor recreation, and locally rooted entrepreneurship.
A resilient local economy includes diverse industries that create stable jobs while protecting the independent character that makes Asheville unique. Our economy should work for neighborhoods, not just outside investors.
Real Resilience & Recovery
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After Hurricane Helene, I worked alongside neighbors, city staff, and regional partners to align recovery efforts and ensure resources reached the people who needed them most.
That experience reinforced that resilience requires infrastructure upgrades, emergency readiness, and long-term coordination.
Flood mitigation, clear communication systems, and proactive planning must be part of how Asheville prepares for the future.
Recovery cannot rely on temporary fixes. It must build long-term stability for every neighborhood.
Protecting Our Environment While Planning Smart Growth
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Protecting our natural resources requires practical steps: smart land use that reduces sprawl, policies that protect waterways, responsible development practices, and sustainability efforts that align with infrastructure capacity.
Environmental stewardship is not a slogan. It is about ensuring our city remains livable and economically strong for generations to come.
Reliable Public Safety for Every Neighborhood
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Public safety requires visible presence, reliable response, and strong coordination between law enforcement, mental health teams, and community partners.
Officers should be able to focus on safety while trained professionals handle situations that require specialized support.
Safety and compassion are not opposites. Clear expectations, accountability, and collaboration create stronger outcomes for everyone.
How I Approach Leadership
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I listen before I decide.
I build teams that get results.
I stay in the room when the work gets hard.I am running for City Council to help ensure our city continues to work for the people who live and build their lives here.
