County Commissions are policy-making bodies that may establish a budget, enact ordinances, approve tax levies, enforce planning and zoning rules, and coordinate with other government agencies to provide for the safety of the county and its inhabitants, to preserve community health, and promote prosperity within the county. Term: Four years, limited to two consecutive terms.
mailingstate
NM
Occupation
Emergency Planner
Filing County
Valencia
I bring real-world experience and a strong record of service. As an emergency planner and first responder, I’ve handled complex and high-consequence issues that require coordination, clear communication and accountability. I know how to listen, make informed decisions and follow through.
I focus on public safety, responsible growth and fiscal accountability. That means supporting first responders, aligning development with infrastructure and ensuring tax dollars are spent wisely. I set clear priorities, measure results and adjust as needed to deliver real outcomes for our community.
Transparency must come before decisions. I support earlier public notification, plain language summaries of agenda items and more community engagement. We have to be accessible, predictable and responsive to our residents.
Growth cannot outpace water. I would require verified, sustainable water sources before approval, support conservation efforts and coordinate with water authorities. Responsible growth means protecting our future.
We need better prioritization, coordination and accountability. I would rank projects by impact and urgency, improve coordination across departments, set clear timelines and track progress.
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NM
Occupation
Small Business Owner
Filing County
Valencia
I'm a lifelong Valencia County resident, a graduate of Los Lunas High School, and I hold a bachelor's degree from UNM. For the past 13 years, I've owned and operated J Sharp Music on Main Street in Los Lunas. I have real world experience managing budgets, meeting payroll, and understanding the pressures small businesses and everyday families face here. That's the experience District 1 needs, and if elected I will always remember that I am Working for You!
My top priorities are accountability, small business, smart growth, water, and affordability. After the county's $2 million scam this year, I will push for real financial oversight. As a 13-year small business owner, I will fight for policies that help local businesses thrive. Valencia County is the fastest growing county in the state, and I will work to ensure roads and services keep pace. And I will always look for ways to ease costs for families here.
Communication builds trust. I will post summaries of upcoming agenda items on social media before meetings, not just after decisions are made. I will also look into holding local events in District 1 and working with local outlets like the News-Bulletin to get information out early. Transparency should not be an afterthought. It should be a regular part of governing.
Water scarcity is not a future problem, it is already visible in dry stretches of our Rio Grande. As Valencia County grows, every major development should come with a real water impact review. I will push for strong coordination with the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District and water utilities so growth and conservation are both planned together. I will oppose projects without a sustainable water plan.
I am proud the hospital is finally getting done. But it did take nearly 20 years with many delays including disagreements over where to put it and a long gap between the tax voters approved in 2006 and actual construction funding. On the Commission, I will work to make hard decisions early (like site and funding), so future projects move along much faster.
