About Me & My Family

A public servant should do just that; serve the public. I believe the most important thing that any elected official can do, is listen to their fellow citizens. Carrying out the vision and desires of the very residents who place public servants in office and pay the bills is exactly what I plan to do. Let me continue to be your voice at City Hall.

“What is your position on development?” is often the first question of Lenoir City residents. With over 19 years of government development and planning experience, I bring a solid foundation of knowledge to the table and an understanding of how things work from the inside out. 

Since first being elected in 2022, I have advocated for a professional third-party study of our land use patterns along with citizen engagement to help shape the future of our hometown. This process is finally underway! I believe that allowing unregulated without modern plans and a shared vision is irresponsible. I fully supported the moratorium on apartment construction and continue to do so. We must get a grasp on the density (# of units per acre) and the locations where these high density developments are being allowed. High density developments in the wrong location can wreak havoc on the infrastructure, and adjacent landowners.

The choice is clear. If you are looking for a candidate who will listen to your concerns and vote based on the facts and understanding of the outcomes, I am your candidate. I will support a continued moratorium on high-density development until the study is complete and implemented.

Providing citizens with the whole picture of the operations of our city is the only way to maintain confidence in our local government. I am committed to withholding nothing and telling the whole story. The public should always know the plans that our elected officials are pursuing. I want to not only hear what you have to say but also to understand. Plans that provide direction and help shape the future of our hometown should be decided by the citizens.

Our historic downtown is the identity of our city. I will continue to support our downtown business and property owners. Great investments, both public and private, have been made downtown, and I want to see businesses flourish. I will work collaboratively with all stakeholders to explore ways to expand and improve parking opportunities downtown. Improving parking access means: more customers visiting our downtown businesses, increased foot traffic, and a stronger, more vibrant downtown economy.
 

Supporting downtown businesses means listening to the people who are invested there every day. I will continue to advocate for practical solutions that help businesses succeed and make downtown more accessible for everyone.

Our Hwy 321 corridor is the most-traveled road in our city. Many people passing through will form their opinion of Lenoir City based on their travels down Hwy 321 & Hwy 11. I desire through the current land use study to ensure that businesses along these corridors are contributing in a positive manner to the sales tax base and the aesthetics of our hometown. In addition to ensuring that the appropriate kinds of businesses populate our commercial corridors, I desire to create a design overlay that would place minimum design standards on new developments. A little thought can go a long way, and can make a difference between a business/building contributing to a community or being a detractor. Developing with intention will create a community that we can be proud of and positively impact our quality of life.

Our downtown continues to be the gathering place of our city, so let’s make it something to be proud of, and ensure that Hwy 321 attracts the businesses we desire and can utilize. 

I believe that a healthy city is a happy city. I am a big proponent of better parks and greenway systems with more connections. I will work to ensure that the Parks & Recreation Dept. has the budget it needs to not only expand and develop new facilities but also to properly maintain our existing facilities. Our facilities and programs are at capacity. I will work to expand the offerings and experiences that we all desire. Let's work together to ensure there are Parks & Recreation offerings that we can all utilize and enjoy! 

Our incredible team of local first responders have my full support as they strive to keep our city safe. I will continue to fight for the best wages, equipment, and work environment for our first responders. Attracting and retaining those with a heart to serve is a must for our city. In addition to our new public safety training center and very competitive pay/benefits, the wonderful people of Lenoir City make this a great place for a lifelong career.

Our neighborhoods are the place we call home. I will continue to work hard to ensure that neighborhood concerns are not only heard but addressed. By building stronger, more organized communities, we can deliver a more effective and cohesive voice directly to City Hall. I strive to be accessible to all citizens. I never shy away from a conversation, even if it is a difficult one. Learning about others' viewpoints and concerns helps us all to grow.

I believe in civility amongst elected officials. An elected official or candidate who focuses mainly on negativity is not serving their community well. Issues are often more complex than can be understood by glancing at a social media post or reading a short blog. I will continue to base my votes based on facts and what I believe to be best for my hometown. 

Since being first elected in 2022, I have donated all of my City Council stipend funds to local causes; school support groups, athletics, community events, non-profits, scholarships, etc. This has allowed me to gain a greater understanding of the amazing work happening right here in Lenoir City. I will continue to support these causes with my stipend money if given the chance.