Dear Gilbert Friends…

As a third generation Arizona native, I understand the successes and failures of growth throughout the valley. I have a perfect voting record in opposing new High Density Multifamily (MFH) Apartment Housing and I'm committed to aggressively challenging requests to build more high-density apartments. While every request will be throughly reviewed, maintaining Gilbert’s “small town” feel while enjoying the economic benefits of strategic growth is vital and must be considered with every decision. After all, we are the biggest “small town” in the country and we must hold on to our charm and values.

I am a champion for our Police and Fire Departments. They are among the best in the nation and it shows!! We are the SAFEST TOWN in Arizona!! I support a well-trained, diverse, and properly equipped group of First Responders. Our safety AND their safety is paramount!! I am proud to have been endorsed by Police and Fire! Gilbert demands and deserves the gold-standard service provided by our First Responders. When our safety and our lives matter, Gilbert First Responders are there for you!!

Gilbert has the lowest combined tax rate of any city in the region. Gilbert does not have a primary property tax and I will continue to vigorously oppose any attempt to institute a primary property tax. Additionally, I am opposed to any increase in our secondary property tax rate. I support strict fiscal scrutiny and adherence to the best practices that have brought prosperity and financial strength to our town.

Water, roadways, and reliable services are of the utmost importance to our quality of life and economic vitality. I helped to develop and implement our Capital Improvement Plan that supports a vision that spans the next 80-100 years. However, the effects of construction inflation will require us to make hard choices as we prioritize project moving forward.

We have a traffic problem! 

I support the implementation of cost-effective traffic management technologies to alleviate the congestion that we are all experiencing, 

The town has a very robust water conservation program and we are already ahead of the requirements imposed by the Tier 2A water restrictions that go into effect in January. However, this is a still a statewide effort and we must ensure that Gilbert is actively involved the policy discussions affecting one of our most precious resources.