Identify your top three (3) issues that you wish to address during your tenure in office and rank them in order of priority.
Smart Investments: Support and improve public and private investments in Fishers.
Inclusivity: Build a Fishers where all residents feel welcome.
Transparency: Foster an open line of communication with Fishers residents.
What do you believe is the role of the City Council in our community?
The Fishers City Council is the voice of the people of Fishers! The legislative body is tasked with working with Mayor Fadness to ensure that our city systems are working properly and serving the residents of Fishers in the most efficient and effective way possible. As your next city council member, I look forward to listening to my neighbor's concerns and working together to build a Fishers where we all enjoy living, working and playing for decades to come!
What experiences and qualities do you think makes you the best candidate for this position?
I am a new resident to Fishers that will offer a fresh perspective to Fishers city government. I am a legal professional who has a background in public service and nonprofit advocacy. I have extensive knowledge of the legislative process at both the local and state level and have a passion for working with elected officials and community members alike to create policy that benefits Hoosiers. As a leader, I believe in talking less and listening more. I believe that we are stronger and more successful when we have a diverse set of ideas and skillsets represented. And most importantly, I believe in the future of Fishers. I look forward to engaging with my neighbors to build and support our dynamic and thriving community.
How will you work with OneZone Chamber to ensure a thriving business community?
I believe that our businesses are the core foundation of the Fishers community. I look forward to working with OneZone Chamber to support our strong business community in Fishers. As a candidate with a commitment to public service, I will foster an open line of communication with OneZone Chamber to ensure that Fishers is a business-friendly community that supports our current business owners and continues to attract new businesses to our thriving city in a strategic and effective manner. I am particularly supportive of OneZone Chamber's Supplier Diversity Program, Small Business Hub and the OneZone's Women's Network. These initiatives propel our community forward and make Fishers a more diverse community where all people feel welcome to live, work and play!