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Birthday Time!

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🎉 It’s my birthday today! But still had a lot of work to be done- so after a sweet breakfast outing, my incredibly supportive husband spent the rest of the morning driving me all around Duvall to deliver more campaign signs. 💙

I’m so grateful—for him, for this community, and for the chance to keep connecting with neighbors as Election Day gets closer. Every conversation, every sign in a yard, every word of encouragement fuels me to keep showing up for Duvall.

Here’s to another year of service, teamwork, and love for this community we call home. 🥳

Preparedness Matters

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One of the most important responsibilities of local government is making sure our community is ready for emergencies—whether that’s a flood, wildfire, power outage, or earthquake.

That’s why I’ve taken the time to complete FEMA’s emergency management courses for elected officials, as well as CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) training. These programs give me the tools to:

✅ Understand how cities coordinate with county, state, and federal partners during a crisis

✅ Support first responders by ensuring resources are in place

✅ Help our community members prepare, respond, and recover together

Preparedness is not just about policies—it’s about showing up, getting trained, and being ready to lead when it matters most. At this year’s Association of Washington Cities Conference, I learned directly from mayors who’ve led their cities through disasters. Their experiences confirmed what I already believe: preparation saves lives, protects property, and strengthens resilience. Hearing their firsthand experiences with emergencies—and the lessons they learned—was invaluable.

As your next mayor, I’ll continue making emergency readiness a priority so Duvall can face challenges with resilience and strength.

Ideas – Public Art

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I’ve been getting asked what my ideas are for Duvall—and I do have them. Plenty. But here’s what I believe: the best ideas for our city don’t come from one person. They come from listening, asking good questions, and working together—with our community, City Council, and city staff. One idea I’d love to explore with you is how public art can shape the way our city feels. As you’ll see in this reel, there are so many creative possibilities—from murals and sculptures to mosaics, lighting and more. Many of these examples are right here in Duvall—we’re lucky to already have an incredible -and growing- selection of public art! So I want to ask you: What’s your favorite kind of public art? If Duvall could add one piece tomorrow, what would you want it to be? Your voice matters—let me know what you think.

Fiscal Sustainability

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As we plan for Duvall’s future, strong financial stewardship will continue to matter more than ever.

Over the years, our city has navigated tight budgets, rising costs, and growing demands on local services. City staff and leaders have worked hard to keep things running smoothly — and that effort deserves real recognition. I’m committed to honoring what’s been done — but also to taking a hard look at what’s not working, and driving the changes our community expects and deserves.

Fiscal responsibility isn’t just about spending less — it’s about being thoughtful with every dollar, communicating clearly, and investing in long-term solutions that serve the whole city.

If elected Mayor, I will:

• Prioritize sustainable, transparent budgeting

• Focus on long-term planning over short-term fixes

• Communicate clearly about where funds are going and why

• Make room for the things that matter most to Duvall — from infrastructure to public safety to parks and recreation

I look forward to working closely with our City Council, dedicated staff, and engaged community to keep Duvall moving forward with a shared commitment to transparency, sustainability, and fiscal responsibility.

We don’t need to wait for a crisis to make improvements. Real progress comes from thoughtful, intentional changes — grounded in listening, planning, and a shared belief that we can always do better for the people we serve.

This photo is from a Main Street building that recently got a makeover—and I love when businesses, while customizing for their needs, choose to preserve historic elements for everyone to enjoy. It keeps our community’s character alive!

Why am I running for Mayor?

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This is the top question I’ve been getting recently, and I want to share the answer here too in case we haven’t had a chance to speak yet: Why am I Running for Mayor?

This community means everything to me. Duvall is where I’m raising my family, where I’ve built friendships, and where I’ve spent the last 8 years listening, learning, and working hard on City Council to make thoughtful decisions for our future.

I’m running for mayor because I care deeply about the people who live here—and I believe our city needs steady, experienced, and compassionate leadership as we navigate what’s next.

I want to protect what we love most about Duvall, while making sure we’re planning wisely and responsibly. That means keeping our city safe and financially sound, improving how we serve residents, and working in partnership with our community every step of the way.

This isn’t about politics for me—it’s about service. And I’m ready to keep showing up, doing the work, and leading with heart.

Thanks for being part of this with me. 💙