What We’re Building for Future Generations

Economic justice is the cornerstone of a thriving Ramsey County and has been the primary driver of my work this past year. I decided to run for office to ensure that our county's growth is equitable and inclusive. My commitment is to investments that empower our small businesses and revitalize the commercial and cultural corridors that define our community’s unique character.

This Year’s Accomplishments:

• Property Tax Relief: Successfully voted to reduce the property tax levy from 9.75% to 8.2% to ease the financial burden on residents.

• Small Business Support: Established the District 3 Small Business Collabortive to bridge the gap between county resources and local entrepreneurs.

• Strategic Investment: Approved critical funding for organizations like the North End District Council, Union Park District Council, and the Rice & Larpenteur Alliance.

• Leadership: Serves as Chair of the Intergenerational Wealth and Economic Justice Service Team Committee to drive equitable policy.

My Commitment for a Full Term: I commit to continuing the fight for securing the permanent adoption of automatic property tax refunds at the state level while keeping the county levy as low as possible without sacrificing essential services. I will also work to ensure the full implementation of the county’s economic development strategy, Building Stronger Together. Finally,I will expand the Small Business Collaborative to ensure our local economy remains resilient and that BIPOC-owned businesses have a seat at the decision-making table.

Ramsey County must lead in environmental stewardship to ensure a livable future for all residents. I am committed to making sustainable living accessible and practical by investing in green infrastructure and a modern, inclusive transit network. Protecting our local ecosystems is not just an environmental goal; it is a commitment to intergenerational prosperity.

This Year’s Accomplishments:

• Environmental Center: Opened a year-round facility at 1700 Kent Street to facilitate household hazardous waste drop-off, electronics recycling, and food scrap collection.

• Green Infrastructure: Supported the Bee Line project to transform lawn grass into vibrant pollinator corridors through Hamline Midway, Frogtown, and Como.

• Transportation Improvement Plan: Voted for a countywide plan to improve Larpenteur Ave., Rice Street, and Dale Street, focusing on climate resilience and connecting homes to jobs.

• Climate Action: Supported the countywide strategic plan to address climate change and foster a resilient future.

My Commitment for a Full Term: In a full term, I will oversee the completion of major corridor improvements that make our streets safer for walkers, bikers, and set the groundwork for future transit. I am committed to a transportation network that is not only resilient to a changing climate but also serves as a bridge between our neighborhoods and growth industries like manufacturing and healthcare. Our infrastructure will be built for the next 100 years, ensuring better connections to essential services and a more vibrant District 3. I will also continue to support investment in tree canopies in our more underserved communities. As well as working closely with our watershed districts.

Stable housing is a fundamental human right and the bedrock of public health. This year, I have focused on the entire housing continuum, and expanding the supply of safe, deeply affordable housing because stable homes create the foundation for economic mobility and neighborhood safety. We are working tirelessly to ensure every resident in District 3 has a safe place to call home.

This Year’s Accomplishments:

• Historic Funding: Unanimously approved $18.4 million to create or preserve over 1,400 affordable housing units across the county.

• Deep Affordability: Secured funding for over 200 deeply affordable units (at 30% AMI) and supported new townhomes at McDonough Homes and Dunedin Terrace.

• Stabilization & Preservation: Invested $5 million specifically for the stabilization and preservation of existing affordable housing stock.

• Homelessness Support: Voted for $1 million in funding for Interfaith Action’s Project Home to provide shelter for unhoused families.

My Commitment for a Full Term: My full-term commitment is to ensure that every resident has a safe, stable place to call home. I will advocate for sustained investments in deeply affordable housing and supportive housing. As well as work to streamline the pipeline for local BIPOC developers through programs like the Emerging and Diverse Developers initiative. We will not just build more units; we will build communities where neighbors can age in place and unhoused families find a permanent path to stability.

A truly safe community is one where every resident feels protected, supported, and heard. We are transforming our justice system by moving toward a multi-faceted approach that prioritizes mental health, public health, and community-led violence prevention. My commitment is to build a safety system rooted in equity that addresses the root causes of instability.

This Year’s Accomplishments:

• Appropriate Response Initiative (ARI): Invested in ARI to divert 911 calls from only an armed law enforcement response to partnering with mental health and public health experts.

• Mental Health Outreach: Launched the Mental Health Outreach Vehicle to bring wellness and telehealth resources directly into our neighborhoods.

• Youth Support: Invested in Project Bridge to provide critical support for justice-impacted youth.

• Operation Metro Surge: Stood against the county signing onto a 287g agreement which allows local law enforcement to perform federal immigration enforcement tactics.

My Commitment for a Full Term: I commit to a vision of public safety that treats mental health and public health as core components of neighborhood security. By expanding the Appropriate Response Initiative, we can continue to reduce our reliance on the criminal justice system for non-violent crises and instead invest in community-led violence prevention. I will also work to strengthen our social safety net, ensuring that our healthcare systems are accessible to all.

County government must be responsive, transparent, and resident-focused. Whether providing financial aid or defending constitutional rights, Ramsey County must stand with its residents, especially in times of uncertainty. I am committed to ensuring our services are accessible to all and that we remain a reliable partner for every family in our district.

This Year’s Accomplishments:

• Accessible Services: Reopened the Metro Square Downtown Service Center with expanded workstations to assist with SNAP, emergency aid, and housing stability.

• Emergency Response: Provided $450,000 in one-time funding to 11 local food shelves to address hunger during the federal shutdown.

• Workforce Capacity: Approved hiring 80 new employees to address the backlog of MNChoices assessments, ensuring residents receive timely support. As well as 17 new employees to support the expected increased workloads as a result of the federal government cuts and changes to SNAP.

• Advocacy: Joined the AMC Medicaid Subcommittee to advocate for state-level healthcare policy improvements that addresses the Trump administrations cuts to Medicaid.

My Commitment for a Full Term: I will work to strengthen our social services, ensuring that no resident faces hunger during federal instability and that our healthcare systems are accessible to all. I am committed to building a county rooted in compassion, courage, and shared responsibility, where every resident—regardless of immigration status or background—knows they have a seat at the table and a government that fights for them.