Core Issues

While there are many areas of focus for Mendota Heights City Council, the below three issues are near and dear to my heart. Involving the community, protecting an environment, and scaling our infrastructure are key to long-term success in Mendota Heights. If you'd like my view point on any other issues, please contact me!

Community Involvement

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Buckthorn removal and seed bombing at Valley Park with Great River Greening
As the demographics of Mendota Heights change and our neighboring communities develop at rapid pace, my number one concern is ensuring that the community is involved, heard, and represented in all decisions made by the council. I want to work towards more outreach, transparency, and accessible distribution of information. We need to consider this changing demographic as we assess commercial and residential development plans, city-sponsored activities, and our parks. ​

Natural Resources

Mendota Heights is full of beautiful green space and spacious residential lots, making our city a desirable place to live. We must take care of our city by investing in a natural resources conservation plan, working against invasive species like Emerald Ash Borer without impacting our overall tree cover, promoting pollinator-friendly policies, and supporting homeowner efforts towards sustainable practices -- including bees, rain gardens, removal of invasive species and planting of native species.
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Cleaning out Thompson Park (while not Mendota Heights, this neighboring park is a great resource for Mendota Heights residents!) by canoe.

Infrastructure

PictureAfter a few winters of road damage due to ice, Mendota Heights placed new catch basins.
In order to maintain safety, beauty, and resident satisfaction, I want to see Mendota Heights remain committed to a plan to improve roads, sewer lines, and trails on a continuous basis. We need to ensure this debt is not pushed on to future generations at an emergency cost