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Being accessible is one of the most important parts of this work. I will meet people however they’re able, whether that’s one-on-one, in person, on Zoom, at events, workshops, townhalls, or public forums. I’ll host political education sessions, create advisory committees and workgroups, and keep showing up in the places that matter: schools, small businesses, construction sites, food banks, and cultural spaces. I’ll continue handing out food every Wednesday at our neighbor-led distribution. As an organizer, I don’t just talk to people, I know how to build trust, take action, and stay accountable. I'll do more than interact with Burien residents, I'll show up for them, and I'm ready to do that however best serves them. I believe the people of Burien should always be able to reach the leaders who represent them. I'll be availible and easily reached.

Burien has a responsibility to lead on environmental issues. We have a strong Climate Action Plan, but implementation has stalled. We need to act without cutting vital services. That means promoting transit access, energy-efficient construction, and zoning that supports child care and housing near transit. The city should partner with nonprofits already doing climate work and invest in outreach to residents not yet engaged. Everyone should feel they have a role in shaping climate solutions. I support emissions-based building taxes, grant funding for upgrades, and climate strategies that also address inequality. Burien should improve infrastructure in frontline neighborhoods and make sure climate action is part of every major city decision. We need a council that will listen, lead, and follow through. Not just talk about climate, but build a resilient and livable future for everyone.

I have spent years as an organizer working directly to shape and pass policies at the state and local level. I’ve helped win tenant protections in cities across Washington and fought for healthcare, labor rights, and criminal legal reform at the legislature. My public service includes training community members to share their stories, testify, and navigate the court system when facing barriers. I’ve helped families learn how to advocate for themselves and each other. As a Precinct Committee Officer, I’ve led canvasses, trained neighbors to knock doors, and brought new people into the democratic process. My work is rooted in building power with people who are often left out of decision-making, and making sure they have the tools to lead.

Homelessness is a housing issue and should be treated as one. The city should invest in deeply affordable and transitional housing, public health resources, and services that address the root causes of homelessness. Right now Burien is contracting with a private company that focuses on moving people from one place to another without connecting them to real help. That is not a solution. We need to fund outreach and case management, expand shelter options, and remove zoning barriers that block housing and services. We also need to support tenants who are at risk of losing their homes and provide basics like restrooms, showers, and safe places to be. The city’s response must be grounded in care and stability, not punishment. People need long-term support, not short-term displacement. Everyone deserves dignity, housing, and a real path forward.

Too few people are being heard in Burien. Only about 25 percent of residents vote, and that needs to change. My vision is a city where more people are engaged in decisions that shape their lives. That means organizing, political education, and removing barriers to participation. We need equitable development that reaches beyond downtown, supports small businesses across every neighborhood, and centers communities who are often left out. I want to see real investment in affordable housing, tenant protections, progressive taxation, and partnerships with nonprofits that share power instead of gatekeeping it. Burien should be a place where workers, renters, immigrants, and young people see themselves reflected in city decisions. A city where we invest in care, connection, and long-term solutions, not just enforcement or appearances. That’s the kind of leadership I’ll bring to the council.

I value being a good listener, and I believe government must make it easy for residents to communicate with their elected officials. I’m committed to ensuring that city council meetings and city services remain accessible, but I also know the people who attend council meetings don’t reflect the full diversity of Burien. Working families, low-income renters, and residents who may not feel safe or welcome in formal government spaces are often left out. I will prioritize proactive outreach to every part of our city, especially to communities facing economic insecurity or legal vulnerability. Everyone deserves to be heard by their local government.

Burien adopted a Climate Action Plan (CAP) in 2021, but the council has not revisited it in years. We must treat the climate crisis with the urgency it demands. If elected, I’ll prioritize reviewing and updating the CAP and ensure the City is setting measurable, ambitious goals to reduce carbon emissions and meet our climate commitments.

I strongly support Burien’s ongoing work to upzone parts of the city through the Comprehensive Plan. Denser, walkable neighborhoods reduce reliance on cars, improve public health, and are critical to sustainable growth. I’m committed to meeting—and exceeding—state mandates for housing and land use that support climate resilience.

I’ve met with environmental advocates and residents alike, and I’ll continue to engage with those most affected by climate impacts. I’m especially focused on policies that improve air quality, access to green space, and infrastructure for working families who often bear the brunt of environmental harm.

I’ve worked in public service for five years as an attorney at the Washington State Health Care Authority, where I work to protect the health data of millions of Washingtonians. I also served on the board of Hospitality House, a Burien-based shelter for unhoused women, and spent five years on the board of the Children’s Campaign Fund, helping elect champions for kids across the state. As vice-chair of the 33rd District Democrats, I helped expand and diversify our local political organization and worked to elect progressive leaders at all levels.

In Burien, I partnered with the Transit Riders Union to lead a successful campaign to raise the local minimum wage by public initiative after the city council failed to act. Despite broad public support, the current council filed a lawsuit against TRU instead of honoring the will of the voters. If elected, I would work to end that legal action and refocus our government on serving the public, not fighting it.

I’m committed to securing safe, stable housing for Burien’s unhoused residents. Criminalizing or pushing people out of sight is not only inhumane — it doesn’t work. In 2024, Burien rejected $1 million and 35 Pallet shelters from King County simply because we didn’t identify a location. That failure reflects a lack of political will, not resources. I’ll fight for every available dollar and focus on real solutions, not lawsuits or finger-pointing.

Homelessness is a regional issue, and I’ll work in good faith with King County and nearby cities to meet it head-on. Displacing people only deepens the problem. I also support targeted levies that fund affordable housing, behavioral health, and homelessness services.

Burien should lead with compassion and action. We need coordination, accountability, and the courage to act.

I envision Burien as a city that is safe, affordable, and thriving; a place where people of all incomes can live. I want walkable and bikeable neighborhoods. I believe our city government must be transparent and accountable by clearly explaining decisions, and inviting residents into the process.

I also envision a city that leads with compassion. That means helping those facing housing insecurity and economic instability. It means using our public land and public dollars to create more affordable homes, protect renters, and invest in our people. It means lifting up voices that too often go unheard and building systems that work for all of us, not just the loudest or most connected.

Burien can be a model for what cities can do with bold ideas and community-driven leadership. We can meet the moment—not by playing it safe, but by being brave enough to change what’s not working. I’m running to help lead that change with honesty and a belief that everyone in Burien deserves to be heard.