Education
4 year degree Weber State
I love my hometown and just want to help out.
1-Law enforcement levels. Work with Weber County to become more competitive with pay. Try and develop work with them and build a positive image of law enforcement to attract new recruits
2-keeping up with growth. The city is already working hard to catch up in areas that need road projects and sidewalks but we need to continue to grow in order to meet the needs of future homeowners. Homeownership is no longer affordable for young families so this is a big challenge especially when we want to balance that with preserving some sense of the rural area West Haven used to be. I honestly don’t have the answers but I think listening to the stake holders and searching for compromises is going to help us get there.
3- updating our general plan
This will be a a second term if I win so I’m versed in the needs and how things work. I bring experience in marketing and business along with a background in art. West Haven needs an identity and to sell its brand to commercial businesses that will help provide tax revenue needed to keep the city to function properly moving forward. I can bring that to the table along with over 50 years of living in West Haven.
Growth is often seen as a negative for many but helping the right growth happen in the right areas will help and growth is good economically speaking. Again working to get the general plan and the zonning right will be key.
One with strong family’s that feel safe and is welcoming to healthy growth, business friendly, has a sense of unity and place.
Education
University of Utah - Master's of Science in Finance
I am running for West Haven City Council to bring a fresh perspective and financial expertise to our city's leadership. As a candidate, I'm committed to listening to and representing the diverse voices of our community. I'll hold quarterly public town halls to ensure our government is responsive to residents' concerns. By streamlining processes, reducing bureaucratic hurdles, and making data-driven decisions, I aim to save the city money, increase tax revenues, and invest in much-needed green spaces, roads, and infrastructure improvements. My goal is to make West Haven a more family-friendly, inclusive, and thriving community for generations to come.
Managing Rapid Growth & Infrastructure: West Haven is one of Utah’s fastest-growing cities. I will lead a General Plan update, tie new development to infrastructure capacity, and ensure growth pays its share through impact fees.
Roads & Transportation: Our roads and intersections need investment. I will use data to repair the worst streets first, improve school zone safety, and reduce congestion with adaptive traffic signals, while publishing reports so residents see where funds go.
Housing Affordability: Rising costs are squeezing families. I will support missing-middle housing in targeted areas, require affordable units in new developments, and expand first-time buyer education while preserving neighborhood character.
I hold both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in finance and work professionally in government budgeting and data analytics, evaluating transportation and infrastructure projects to maximize taxpayer value. I also serve on my HOA board, where I’ve led policy updates, budgeting, and enforcement while balancing fairness with fiscal responsibility. These experiences—combined with my education—have prepared me to navigate regulations, manage limited resources, and make transparent, data-driven decisions that will directly benefit the residents of West Haven on the City Council.
Healthy growth means development that matches our city’s capacity for roads, schools, utilities, and public safety while protecting the character of our neighborhoods and open space. Growth should strengthen—not overwhelm—our community. I will lead an update of the General Plan to guide West Haven through 2040, tie subdivision approvals to available infrastructure, and require growth to pay its fair share through impact fees. By setting clear boundaries, publishing transparent growth dashboards, and engaging residents in the process, we can manage growth responsibly and preserve our quality of life.
A thriving community is safe, connected, and engaged. It offers well-maintained parks and trails, strong schools, reliable infrastructure, and affordable housing options so families of all stages can put down roots. It supports local businesses and provides opportunities for residents to get involved in decisions that shape the city. To me, thriving also means neighbors knowing one another, feeling safe in their streets, and having access to the resources they need to succeed. As a councilmember, I will focus on transparent government, responsible growth, and community partnerships to make this vision a reality.
I am running for a second term on the West Haven City Council to protect the character of our community while ensuring responsible growth. I first ran because I was frustrated with the rapid approval of high-density housing that ignored residents’ voices. West Haven was once a quiet town of open space, farms, and family neighborhoods, and I want to preserve that heritage. Over the past 3.5 years, I’ve worked to slow reckless development, demand proper infrastructure planning, and hold developers accountable. My priorities remain protecting our community identity, promoting transparency, and ensuring growth pays for itself. I am not against growth, but it must be balanced, sustainable, and driven by the people of West Haven—not outside devel
West Haven’s rapid growth has outpaced planning in key areas. First, many new subdivisions lack safe walking paths, leaving students to navigate roads without sidewalks, curbs, or gutters. We must prioritize walkways to keep kids safe. Second, we need local grocery stores and small businesses to keep tax dollars in West Haven. Finally, public safety is critical. Our partnership with the county sheriff’s office is strong, but staffing shortages and low wages must be addressed so deputies are supported and our community remains safe.
I bring a unique mix of military, professional, and civic experience to the council. I serve as a Staff Sergeant in the Utah National Guard and as part of the Homeland Response Force under FEMA, where I’ve learned leadership, service, and crisis management. With 25 years in construction, I understand development and infrastructure far better than most, giving me insight into the challenges of growth. Combined with 3.5 years of direct experience as a West Haven City Council member, I know how to turn that knowledge into action for our community.
West Haven needs organic, not rapid, growth. Development should be guided by careful planning that respects our city’s character and long-term vision, not by outside entities dictating what they think is best for us. True healthy growth means strengthening infrastructure, protecting neighborhoods, and ensuring schools, roads, and services keep pace. Most importantly, residents must have a strong voice in shaping our future. With thoughtful planning and community input, we can grow while preserving what makes West Haven special.
A thriving community is one where families feel safe, crime is low, and children can easily access schools through safe routes. It means having nearby grocery stores, shops, and local businesses so residents don’t have to leave the city for everyday needs. It also includes parks, trails, and community centers that bring people together. Finally, strong transportation planning ensures easy access to interstates and surrounding cities. Thriving communities balance safety, convenience, and quality of life for every resident
