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First, our residents deserve to be heard and have a meaningful voice in the future of our community. Too many important concerns have been brought before the board month after month without meaningful action. I believe major decisions that have a lasting impact on our city should include greater public input, transparency, and, when appropriate, a vote of the taxpayers.
Second, we need to slow the pace of development and focus on strengthening the infrastructure we already have. Our roads are overcrowded, our public safety departments need additional resources, and our infrastructure is struggling to keep up with rapid growth. Let’s make what we have better before building anything new.
SB 180 limits our city’s ability to respond to local conditions after hurricanes by restricting our authority to temporarily slow development or strengthen land-use regulations. While I support efficient rebuilding after storms, I also believe local elected officials should retain certain abilities such as addressing flooding, traffic, and public safety based on the needs of our community. I would work with our legislative delegation to restore appropriate local control while ensuring residents can rebuild without unnecessary delays.
No city can solve these challenges alone. As Mayor, I will work closely with Volusia County, neighboring cities, and state agencies to ensure we are planning together instead of competing for limited resources. I believe infrastructure must come before growth. We should coordinate investments in stormwater, potable water, wastewater, transportation, and public safety while pursuing grants that reduce the burden on taxpayers. Affordable housing should focus on our workforce, including teachers, first responders, nurses, and service workers, while preserving Ormond Beach’s character. My priority is protecting our quality of life through smart planning, fiscal responsibility, and regional cooperation that benefits residents first.
As Mayor, I will make coordination with FDOT a priority by meeting regularly with state and local transportation officials to ensure Ormond Beach has a voice early in the planning process, not after decisions have already been made. I will advocate for road improvements that address congestion, improve safety, and support our existing residents before approving additional growth. I will also work with Volusia County and neighboring communities to present a united regional voice when seeking funding and prioritizing projects. Better communication, long-term planning, and accountability will help us deliver transportation improvements that meet our community’s needs.
Downtown Ormond Beach is the heart of our community, and preserving its unique character must remain a priority. I support thoughtful redevelopment that respects our historic charm while encouraging locally owned businesses, restaurants, and community events that attract residents and visitors alike. We should invest in streetscape improvements, pedestrian safety, parking, and beautification while protecting the scale and character that make downtown special. Any future development should complement—not overshadow—our historic district. My goal is to ensure downtown remains a vibrant gathering place that supports local businesses and reflects the identity of Ormond Beach for generations to come.
Flooding is one of the biggest challenges facing Ormond Beach, and we must take a proactive approach. For existing neighborhoods, I support investing in stormwater infrastructure, maintaining and expanding drainage systems, and seeking state and federal funding for flood mitigation projects. For new development, we must require responsible stormwater management, ensure infrastructure is in place before construction begins, and hold developers accountable for meeting or exceeding drainage standards. Growth should never increase flooding risks for existing residents. Protecting homes, businesses, and our environment must always come before approving new development.
Campaign Phone
3862931394
One of the biggest concerns I hear from residents throughout Ormond Beach is growth and development. Whether I am attending community events, neighborhood meetings, or simply talking with residents around town, the message is consistent: people are concerned about overdevelopment, increasing traffic, flooding, infrastructure demands, and the impact growth is having on the character of our community. These concerns are real, and they deserve serious attention from city leadership.
Another concern I am hearing from residents is the proposed property tax reform. While many people like the idea of lower taxes, we also have to ask how we will continue funding essential services such as police, fire, roads, parks, and stormwater improvements.
While I strongly disagree with SB 180 and the continued erosion of local home rule, my focus as Mayor is on finding solutions, not making excuses.
We may not be able to stop every project that comes before us, but we can ensure every proposal is thoroughly reviewed and held to the highest standards allowed by law. That means focusing on traffic, flooding, infrastructure, public safety, and compatibility with our community.
As a recipient of the 2025 Home Rule Hero Award from the Florida League of Cities, I have been a strong advocate for protecting the ability of local communities to make decisions that are in the best interests of their residents. I will also continue working through organizations like the Florida League of Cities.
The challenges we face today—whether it’s affordable housing, stormwater management, potable water, or wastewater infrastructure—do not stop at city boundaries. These are regional issues that require regional solution. As Mayor, I would continue building strong relationships with neighboring cities, Volusia County, and regional agencies to identify common goals and pursue funding opportunities together. When local governments collaborate rather than compete, we are often more successful in securing state and federal resources.
Stormwater, water, and wastewater systems all impact multiple jurisdictions, making coordination essential. The same is true for affordable housing, where a regional approach can help create solutions
Coordination and communication are key. As Mayor, I would continue building strong working relationships with FDOT and ensure the City is involved early in the planning process, not just when construction is about to begin.
Residents deserve to know what projects are coming, how they will impact traffic and access, and what can be done to minimize disruptions. I believe regular communication between City staff, elected officials, FDOT, businesses, and residents is essential to identifying concerns before they become problems.
We have seen the benefits of partnership on projects such as the I-95 and US-1 interchange improvements. Moving forward, I will continue advocating for Ormond Beach’s needs, ensuring local concerns are heard.
Downtown Ormond Beach is one of the most unique and important parts of our community, and protecting its character must remain a priority. I support maintaining thoughtful development standards that preserve the charm, walkability, and historic feel that residents and visitors enjoy.
I also believe we should continue investing in infrastructure, beautification, landscaping, public spaces, and events that help attract people to the downtown area while supporting our local businesses. A vibrant downtown is not just about buildings—it’s about creating a destination where people want to gather, shop, dine, and spend time.
As Mayor, I would continue working closely with business owners, residents, protecting and making OB a great place.
Flooding is one of the most important infrastructure challenges facing our community. For existing neighborhoods, I support continuing to invest in stormwater improvements, upgrading aging drainage systems, maintaining canals and retention areas, and aggressively pursuing state and federal grants to help fund these projects.
For new development, I believe developers must meet strict stormwater requirements and demonstrate that their projects will not negatively impact surrounding properties. Growth should not come at the expense of existing residents.
We have made progress addressing flooding in several areas of the city, but there is still more work to do. My focus will be on proactive planning, infrastructure investment.
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386-290-3038
The two most pressing issues facing Ormond Beach is managing growth while preserving our small town charm and addressing infrastructure concerns. I have and will continue to support green space through parks and recreation and supporting sustainable landscaping and tree preservation. Growth is inevitable and I will continue to insist on thoughtful development, protecting our natural resources while ensuring that new growth pays its fair share.
The second priority is investing in infrastructure. It is important that we address our roads, stormwater systems, utilities and water resources. Planning is important and committing to infrastructure investments is essential for future generations.
SB 180 had good intentions to address rebuilding after a storm event, but it also preempts local governments' ability to manage its' own growth. For example, Ormond Beach cannot adopt a more restrictive zoning or land development regulation during the prescribed time frame. We are not able to strengthen wetland protections, floodplain regulations and other development changes that may be needed.
It is imperative that elected officials collaborate with their representatives and share their concerns.
Collaboration is key to be a good neighbor. I have had the honor to serve on the ad hoc stormwater and flooding mitigation committee for Volusia County sharing ideas and real life resolutions to help all cities with flooding issues. All cities can now enjoy a platform to view projects occurring county wide and how it may impact them.
Cities are able to work together to address issues county wide through collaboration.
FDOT has been a very proactive partner in Ormond Beach. They have supported projects on A1A to promote safety both for the motorized vehicle and the pedestrian. They have worked with staff to adjust when projects had unintended consequences ( for example downtown Granada.) FDOT continues to collaborate with the city on upcoming projects to promote safety for all.
Downtown Ormond Beach is a vibrant area, best known for its' historic, walkable civic, and cultural heart. I support Mainstreet and the good work of the many volunteers. I will continue to support the shops, the restaurants, the public parks, and the downtown Art. At the river, is Cassen Park, a florida native and friendly landscaped park and boat launch. Just over the bridge is our Historic Casements, and Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, not to mention the famous historic MacDonald-Stout Historical Society Building. All of these and more, truly are the heart of Ormond and what makes our city so special.
Flooding is addressed primarily in the ordinances within our building code. We have strong planning and thoughtful development. We are cognizant of wetland regulations and the importance of green space. The challenge is always when new development exists near housing that has been built in the past with lower regulations. The city has been successful in acquiring funding from state to address flooding issues particularly in the central park area and the Sanchez area. There is additional funding for studies along Hull Road, north US One and near Tomoka Elementary. It is important to continue to monitor and fund infrastructure projects.
