Vibrant Downtown &
Economic Corridor
City Council needs leadership to end the decision paralysis. We need action: a clean, landscaped, walkable downtown with cultural programming that welcomes locals and visitors alike. No more taxpayer dollars on studies and temporary fixes. I will use my 20 years in the private sector to facilitate small business opportunities, expand workforce training, and streamline adaptive reuse permitting.

Housing That Addresses
Workforce Needs
Our community is stronger when the people who work and serve this community can afford to live here. We need housing, including workforce housing, that fits the character of our community, not oversized development in high fire zones that sacrifices public safety. Facilitating downtown and missing middle housing, putting city-owned land to use, and pursuing adaptive reuse of existing buildings will be a faster, greener option that supports downtown revitalization.

City Hall Budgeting
and Efficiency
The city has spent through its contingency reserves and dipped into emergency disaster funds. I will bring discipline to the Council, drawing on decades managing budgets and operations within global companies and, now, within a small business where every project has a deadline, and every lead is accountable for results.

Protect Our Coastline 
& Address Wildfire Risks

Homes and the beauty of our natural landscape are increasingly threatened by wildfire risk and climate change. Our coastline is at the heart of our community and a major economic driver, but sea level rise and aging offshore oil pipelines put it at risk. We need to invest now to support fire department infrastructure, expanded wildfire management and coastline adaptation plans.

Traffic and
Public Safety

Traffic safety is a growing concern in District 4 with accidents and near-misses becoming too common. The city needs to be responsive to resident concerns, taking action before incidents happen. Additionally, a connected network of bike lanes that is clearly marked will support alternative modes of transportation that reduce congestion while protecting pedestrians and cyclists alike.

Youth and the
Next Generation

I want the next generation, including my own children, to have the opportunity to build their futures here. We need to focus on youth safety, increased recreational opportunities and creating more pathways to jobs. I will work with the Santa Barbara Youth Council to elevate youth perspectives. I will pursue a coordinated, comprehensive strategy for workforce training and career pipelines that build on existing technical and apprenticeship programs.