-With Mayor Harrell's leadership, we've made some progress
in making our neighborhood safer.
But we have much work still needs to be done.
I'm running for city council in District 6
because we must elect a pragmatic city council
committed to fulfilling its promise and obligations
by focusing on the basics
rather than engaging in divisive and performative politics
that we see currently playing out.
I have 35 years in business experience,
and was the owner of the Red Door in Fremont
for 20 years.
Currently, I hold the position of executive director
for the Fremont Chamber of Commerce,
and am President of the North Precinct Advisory Council.
I feel the city's top priorities are ensuring community safety,
addressing our housing and homelessness crisis,
and returning to responsible financial management.
Supporting and collaborating with law enforcement,
drug treatment and mental health professionals
is absolutely essential for ensuring community safety.
Our goal should be to consistently provide
swift and dependable response
in order to foster a thriving One Seattle.
We must prioritize the construction
of affordable housing to assist our working families
and our seniors.
This goal can be achieved
by expanding the current housing supply,
streamlining the permitting process,
and at the same time preserving our neighborhood's character.
In order to effectively address homelessness,
it's imperative that the city take bold action
to expand the number of shelters and tiny home villages,
while also bolstering mental health
and drug treatment services.
We need to be able to use all the tools available
to move people towards treatment.
Seattle has been my beloved home for over a half century,
and we are in a pivotal time as a city.
I'm running because I believe we need a more pragmatic,
problem-solving approach to shape our shared future.
I'd be honored to earn your vote.