Ballot City
Topeka
Campaign Phone
785-207-8985
Personal Biography
A native Topeka, small business owner and Government Affairs Director at the League of Kansas Municipalities. Husband and father. Also serve as the city councilmember for District 8 in Topeka.
Education
B.A. English and B.S. Journalism from University of Kansas. Masters Degree in Business Administration from Baker University.
Community/Public Service
Current and Former member: Shawnee County Childcare Task Force, Rotary Club President, Topeka Performing Arts Center Board, Small Business Council, St. David's Vestry, Jayhawk State Theatre, Stormont Vail Events Center Board, Head Start Committee
Infrastructure, public safety, housing and property taxes. Being in my second term on the council, I have a strong track record on these issues. It's important to not just say you will work on issues, but actually let people know your plans and ideas. I spend a lot of time in the community talking with citizens, and these ideas come from those conversations. These are community driven.
I believe in a bottom up, not top down approach to government. That means listening to the community, providing groups, organizations and people a seat at the table and following the lead of those who understand the issues. That’s an important role for the Mayor – to make sure the voices of the citizens are being heard in City Hal, included in decisions.
As a native Topekan, I know Topeka. I understand our priorities, people’s needs and expectation and what has and has not worked in the past. I am the Government Affairs Director for the League of Kansas Municipalities, representing all the cities of Kansas. This is a Capital City, and we don’t get enough support in that role from our state or federal government. My experience helps me navigate how to address that issue. I work with cities all across Kansas, giving me a perspective on what is working in other cities and what is not, and being able to provide that knowledge to Topeka. I am also a parent, and our families in Topeka have critical needs right now, and I understand what those are.
Growth. We have seen population decline and little growth in some areas. This impacts the city in multiple ways. We need to stem this tide, which will benefit everyone.
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