Education
University of North Texas 2005
Experience
I am a longtime Celina resident and local business owner with over 20 years of involvement in this community. I have served on the Celina Planning & Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustments and have been active in the Celina Chamber of Commerce. I’
Campaign Phone
2147078208
Celina is at a pivotal moment in its growth. I’m running to help guide that growth responsibly while protecting the character that makes our city special. As a long-time resident and local business owner, I’ve worked with business owners, community groups, schools, and residents across Celina. I believe strong leadership requires listening, collaboration, and planning ahead so that infrastructure, services, and economic development keep pace with growth while supporting local businesses and strengthening our historic downtown.
Celina will continue experiencing significant growth over the next several years. That means increased demand on roads, water supply, public safety, and city services. Planning ahead is critical so infrastructure keeps pace with development rather than reacting after problems arise. My focus will be responsible growth that protects our small-town character, supports local businesses, strengthens our historic downtown, and ensures that infrastructure and public services are ready for the residents and businesses choosing to call Celina home.
Celina remains primarily a driving community, so roadway capacity and connectivity will continue to be the most important transportation priorities. As the city grows, we must improve key corridors, plan future road expansions, and coordinate closely with regional transportation agencies. Good transportation planning ensures residents can travel safely and efficiently while supporting economic development and maintaining quality of life for both current residents and those moving to Celina in the coming years.
In addition to transportation, Celina must prioritize long-term planning for water supply, sewer capacity, drainage improvements, and public safety facilities. These systems must be built ahead of growth, not after development has already occurred. Responsible infrastructure planning protects residents, supports businesses, and prevents costly future fixes. My focus will be ensuring development contributes fairly toward the infrastructure required to support the continued growth of our community.B
Keeping Celina affordable starts with responsible growth and strong financial management. Expanding our local business base and strengthening downtown helps grow sales-tax revenue, which reduces reliance on property taxes. We must also ensure development pays its fair share for infrastructure so existing residents are not burdened with the cost of growth. A balanced approach to housing, business development, and fiscal responsibility helps keep Celina accessible for families.
Managing the city budget requires discipline, transparency, and long-term planning. I support maintaining strong reserves, continuing responsible tax policies, and ensuring development contributes toward infrastructure costs. By encouraging local business growth and expanding our sales-tax base, Celina can diversify revenue sources while protecting taxpayers. Careful financial stewardship ensures we can maintain services and infrastructure without placing unnecessary burdens on residents.
My vision for land use focuses on balanced development that supports strong neighborhoods, thriving local businesses, and a vibrant downtown. Preserving and strengthening Celina’s historic downtown should remain a priority while also encouraging thoughtful commercial development across the city. Strategic land use planning helps maintain our community’s character, creates jobs close to home, and ensures future development aligns with Celina’s long-term goals.
Celina’s growth requires strong partnerships with Collin and Denton Counties, state agencies, and regional organizations. Infrastructure, transportation, and water supply challenges extend beyond city limits, so collaboration is essential. By working closely with these partners, Celina can coordinate planning, secure resources, and ensure regional infrastructure keeps pace with population growth while protecting the interests of our residents.
One of the most important challenges Celina faces is securing a long-term water supply while managing rapid growth. Water planning, conservation strategies, and regional partnerships will be critical to ensuring our city remains sustainable. At the same time, maintaining transparency and strong communication with residents must remain a priority so the community stays informed and engaged as Celina continues to grow.
Experience
Paralegal of 20 years and licensed claim adjuster 3 years
Campaign Phone
945-227-1225
I want to serve because I believe leadership should come from someone who genuinely cares about people, listens to them, and is willing to stand up for what is right, just, and fair. My desire to serve isn’t about a title or recognition. It comes from seeing real concerns in this community and knowing that our residents deserve someone who will advocate for them with honesty, transparency, and compassion.
While I have not yet had the opportunity to work formally with many organizations here, it has not been for lack of trying. I have attempted to volunteer at the school, but my application was never responded to. Even so, I continue to show up in the ways I can by listening to residents, engaging in conversations about their experiences.
I expect Celina to continue growing rapidly over the next few years, with major changes in roads, water and wastewater systems, new parks, and expanded public safety services. These improvements are already part of the city’s long‑term plans to support our increasing population.
Many of the operational decisions and project execution fall under the authority of the City Manager in our council‑manager form of government. As Mayor, my role is to be the voice of the people. I plan to advocate for residents, ensure transparency, and make sure community priorities are heard and respected as these changes take place. My focus is to keep the community first and make sure our growth benefits everyone,and I mean everyone.
The current transportation options in Celina do not fully meet the needs of our residents. Most people rely on their personal vehicles because public transit is extremely limited. The only transit service available is through Collin County Transit, and it mainly serves seniors with on demand rides. We also have a Park and Ride connection for commuters, but it does not help families move around within the city for daily needs.
I would support improvements that give residents more accessible options, including better local mobility services, expanded eligibility for on demand transit, safer sidewalks and trails, and continued investment in strategic road planning that keeps pace with development. I also believe we should explore partnerships.
Water is one of the most urgent issues in Celina. The city is growing faster than our water system can keep up, and that affects every household. While the City Manager handles the operational decisions, the Mayor must be the advocate for the people. I am committed to being that and ensuring our water infrastructure stays ahead of our growth, not behind it. As things are now we are behind 10 years the more research I’ve done I’ve learned of a project that’s been in the answer answers for nearly 30 years with no answers as to why it hasn’t been completed.
Water and infrastructure for this city is super important. This is why I found someone to partner with nearly 18 years of experience to help me understand the problem and the solution.
Affordability is a real concern for many families in Celina. Rising housing costs and increasing property taxes make it harder for parents to plan for their children’s future and stay rooted in the community they love. To keep Celina family‑friendly, we need a healthier balance of housing options so teachers, first responders, young families, and seniors are not pushed out by rising costs. We also need responsible budgeting and clear communication about how tax dollars are being used, because when the city manages money wisely, it protects families from unnecessary financial strain.In our council‑manager government, many decisions are handled by the City Manager however, I will speak on behalf of the residence demanding what benefits them.
My plan for supporting ethe city budget starts with putting essentials first. Celina is growing fast, and we cannot afford waste or unclear priorities. Water, wastewater, roads, and public safety must be funded before anything else. When a city focuses on the basics, families feel the difference.
I also believe residents deserve full access information. People should clearly understand where their tax dollars go and why. Strong communication builds trust, and trust is the foundation of responsible budgeting.
Although City Manager oversees the operational side of the budget. As Mayor, I vow to be voice of the people. I will ask hard questions, push for accountability. And bring those answers to the public..
Celina is growing at one of the fastest rates in the state, and that growth brings both opportunity and responsibility. My vision for land use is centered on protecting the character of our community, supporting families, and making sure development does not outpace the infrastructure we rely on every day. Growth should strengthen Celina, not overwhelm it. That means being intentional about the types of housing we allow, the scale of development we approve, and the businesses we attract.
Housing is one of the most important parts of land‑use planning, and it is an area where Celina must be thoughtful. I support smaller townhomes and small apartment units because they offer attainable housing options without creating the extreme conditions.
Celina is growing faster than any one city department can manage alone. To meet the needs of our residents, we must work closely with Collin County, Denton County, the State of Texas, and regional organizations that oversee transportation, water, public safety, and economic development. My approach is to build strong relationships, communicate clearly, and advocate boldly for the priorities of Celina families.
One of the most important partnerships is with our regional water providers and state agencies. Celina’s rapid growth has put real pressure on our water and wastewater systems, and expanding capacity requires coordination beyond city limits. I will work directly with county officials, state representatives, and regional water authori
Celina is facing several important issues that go beyond transportation and infrastructure, and many of them come from projects that have stalled, plans that have not been executed well, or challenges that keep resurfacing because the city has grown faster than its systems. My approach is to address these issues being an open book and a commitment to putting residents first.
One major issue is water capacity and long‑term water planning. Celina has already experienced water restrictions, and residents have raised concerns about both supply and quality. The city has announced major water projects, but some have been delayed or have not kept pace with development. This is not a small problem. Water is the foundation of everything.
Education
Richland College
Experience
Mayor May 2023 - Present
Campaign Phone
4698355856
I’m running because I enjoy every day serving my fellow Celina residents. Celina is growing rapidly, and the decisions we make today will define our future. I want to ensure we’re fiscally responsible, protect our community’s character and put residents first in every decision. During my first term I established Spring and Fall Town Hall presentations to the public. This helps provide a clear representation of City Council priorities and a chance to listen to resident concerns. Through our Economic Development Corporation we have established the Local Business Support Program that supports the growth and stability of existing Celina businesses.
Celina is growing rapidly and with more residents to service comes with new challenges and opportunities. We must plan for additional water resources to ensure a sustainable future for our residential and business community. Lake Ralph Hall will provide additional water supply to Celina starting in 2027 but we mustsecure additional water sources.
Celina’s current transportation system is functioning but we need to ensure we keep pace with our rapid growth. We are heavily investing in infrastructure as outlined in the Capital Improvement Plan. We are focusing on new roadways, expanded lanes, and added turn lanes at key intersections to improve traffic flow and safety.
We also have to look ahead. We’re exploring future options like autonomous shuttles to improve local mobility, while continuing regional conversations about light rail, though its current funding model is broken.
Water supply is the #1 opportunity for improvement in Celina. Working with other regional partners to secure additional water supply has to be Celina’s #1 priority in the short and long term. Once additional water supply is secured that meets our growing residential demand this will unlock more possibilities.
Celina has the third highest average home value in Collin County. The city can’t control land prices, rising construction material and labor cost. We can offer a wide range of housing options which relatively can be more affordable from 40 foot rear entry homes, to acre lot estates, single family for rent homes, and traditional multi-family housing.
After getting elected for my first term in 2023 I sought to create Celina’s first 5-year Capital Improvement Program which you can find here.
https://www.celina-tx.gov/1874/Five-Year-Capital-Improvement-Project
Creating alignment on the projects that your tax dollars fund creates transparency and a guiding document for the public and private sector to view priorities and provide feedback.
Celina’s Compromise Plan was adopted in 2021. This guiding document helps provide businesses and residents an overview of commercial corridors, housing options and opportunities to partner with the development community while respecting private property rights.
Celina has regular meetings, representation and advocates with and through TXDOT’s Dallas Office, BNSF, North Central Texas Council of Governments, Regional Transportation Council, Region C Water Planning, Texas Water Development Board, Denton County Mayors Council, North Texas Commission, Texas Municipal League, Dallas Regional Chamber, and Upper Trinity Regional Water District Board of Directors.
I want to see Downtown flourish with private investment. Taxpayers are spending 100 million dollars on the parking garage and Downtown Center plus tens of millions of dollars each year fixing aging infrastructure such as roads, sidewalks, water, and sewer in Downtown. This is being done to incentivize private investment and to take care of existing residents.
