Campaign Phone
406-599-1784
I have extensive public service experience. I spent 25 years serving the State of Montana working for the Commissioner of Higher Education with the Montana University System, the Montana Office of Public Instruction, and the 13th Judicial District Court with the Montana Judicial Branch. I served a 4 year term on the Billings City Council prior to moving to Livingston. I have been active locally as a volunteer and board member. I have been a member of the State Board of Psychologists, and currently serve on the Governor's Council for Aging. My experience with multiple constituencies, policy development, public budgeting, and government procedure and process, make me an ideal candidate to serve on the Livingston City Commission.
I believe the greatest challenges facing the City of Livingston are the demanding pressures brought on by growth and the impact of growth on city services. The costs of city business have increased, and at the same time, funding streams are stressed and stretched. The housing situation is dire and is a real impediment to the health and wellbeing of the community. The council will need to be vigilant in overseeing the city budget and analyzing potential sources of revenue. I believe the cost of development should not be borne by residents. Partnerships can be beneficial to business and I will focus on encouraging, creating, and supporting partnerships that will work toward solutions to the challenges of growth, development, and housing.
Livingston does a great job at addressing quality of life, and there is ongoing committment to quality of life and making this a great place to live. Passage of the Rec Center is a perfect example of that committment! I believe the next serious campaign that needs to take shape is addressing the dire need for safe and affordable housing. As a commissioner I would advocate for housing to be front and center. Every decision made, discussion had, or idea presented, should include any impact or obstacles to housing. The issue cannot be overlooked and has to be front and center. If the people who work here, or our kids who grow up here, can't afford to stay here, we will cease to be a community. and quality of life will diminish.
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Campaign Phone
302-858-8120
I am running for City Commission because I believe in the power of local leadership to create real, lasting impact. As a U.S. Army veteran, former police officer, Capital Mitigation Specialist for the Delaware State Public Defender's Office, and the Military and Veterans Advocate for United States Senator Chris Coons, I bring a well-rounded perspective to public service and government matters. I am currently serving as a Deputy Juvenile Probation Officer in Livingston, which has given me a deeper understanding of our community. Some of my volunteer services include being the Legislative Liaison for Burn Pits 360 and working with the Livingston Food Resource Center, where I helped establish a satellite food pantry at Park High School.
1. Responsible Growth and Infrastructure -
Prioritize infrastructure investment through grants, public-private partnerships, and strategic budgeting, and work with planning departments to ensure smart growth that maintains the integrity of historic neighborhoods and natural surroundings.
2. Public Safety and Department Support -
Ensure sustainable funding and staffing for public safety agencies and foster community-policing efforts that build trust and responsiveness.
3. Transparency and Community Engagement -
Promote open government practices such as timely meeting notifications, accessible agendas, and public input sessions, support regular town halls and community forums, and encourage outreach strategies that reach all residents.
Improve Infrastructure and Transportation by advocating for funding and engineering support to build an additional railroad crossing, relieving congestion and improving emergency response access.
Expand Housing Opportunities by promoting Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness and ensuring departments are adequately staffed, trained, and funded to serve the growing population.
Foster a Connected Community by increasing access to local government meetings and supporting organizations providing food security, mental health services, and support for veterans and families in crisis.
Plan for thoughtful growth by developing sustainable growth policies and valuing public input to guide responsible growth that maintains Livingston's charm.
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Campaign Phone
3055420137
I have over two decades of experience managing large teams across different departments, working in the roles of event coordination, scientific research, technology startups and political organizing. I grew up in a small suburb rapidly overtaken by big box stores luxury developments, all while watching support for mental health, disability, and working families evaporate. My own sister is profoundly mentally and physically disabled, which has instilled in me a lifelong commitment to getting families the help they need.
As property values continue to balloon and housing stock cannot keep up, Livingston is being squeezed on all fronts. The most pressing challenge of the next City Commission is to keep property taxes reasonable while supporting the development of affordable housing. I believe this can partially be addressed by placing citywide restrictions on short term rentals, modifying minimum lot size rules, increasing density in the city core, and offering expanded transit options from the north side including the much needed overpass.
While walkability and public transit are top issues for me, I am not blind to the fact that most people do not live walkable distances away from the urban core. Creating micro-commercial districts on the north side and past G street would encourage more walkable blocks and improve neighborhoods dramatically. I would also recommend hiring more full time mental health and substance abuse support staff to address ongoing crises. Finally I would implore city residents to see the value in creating spaces for youth to simple exist and congregate, such as the new wellness center.
Campaign Phone
4065396143
4th generation park county resident, general contractor for 45 years building homes and commercial buildings. I know how to run a business and get things done. I have hometown common sense
Public safety on the north side. We need another crossing now and possibly a fire substation as we grow bigger
Find way to bring down the cost of living here so our children and grandchildren can afford to live here if they choose.
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Campaign Phone
406-570-0377
I’ve served on several nonprofit boards, including the Livingston Food Resource Center, Park County Farm to School, Windrider Public Transit, and ASPEN, and currently serve as Executive Director of the Livingston HealthCare Foundation. In 2020, I was appointed to the Planning Board and chaired the Growth Policy update approved in 2021. I now chair the Land Use Board, a combined Planning and Zoning Commission, and am a founding member of the Park County Land Trust. I bring experience in city government, public health, and nonprofit leadership to guide Livingston through growth while addressing community needs, sustainability, and residents’ well-being.
Livingston faces challenges with housing affordability, infrastructure, traffic, and governance. I support expanding “missing middle” housing for workforce and first-time buyers while planning for parking and transportation needs. Upgrading water, sewer, and utilities is essential, and the northwest side needs an emergency egress for safety. I believe good governance comes from transparency and inclusion—I led the 2021 Growth Policy update, hearing 1,500+ citizen comments, and will continue to ensure decisions reflect diverse community voices while addressing housing, infrastructure, and safety.
Livingston faces challenges in housing affordability, infrastructure, governance, childcare, public health, environmental hazards, and healthcare access. Many residents struggle with housing and income instability, while growth strains traffic, utilities, and emergency access. Calls for transparent, inclusive governance are growing. Affordable childcare, reliable healthcare, and public safety, including environmental and disease hazards, remain priorities. Addressing these issues with strategic planning, community input, and targeted investments will enhance the city’s livability and resilience. Updating the City's strategic plan as well as implementation and updates to the 2021 Growth Policy should be prioritized.
