Housing costs are rising faster than wages, making it harder for families, seniors, and young people to live in our community.

My priorities:

• Work with cities, builders, and nonprofits to increase the supply of attainable housing.

• Support responsible zoning and permitting reforms that reduce unnecessary delays while protecting community character.

• Encourage mixed-income developments and housing options for seniors, working families, and first-time homebuyers.

• Support programs that help residents stay in their homes, including rental assistance and property tax relief options.

Our community deserves to know how their money is spent. I intend to work with integrity and transparency.

My priorities:

• Publish clear and accessible county budget information.

• Ensure major spending decisions are transparent and accountable.

• Focus on efficient use of taxpayer dollars.

Strong infrastructure keeps communities growing and ensures people can move around efficiently and safely.

My priorities:

• Invest in road maintenance, bridges, and critical infrastructure before problems become emergencies.

• Improve public transportation options that connect residents to jobs, healthcare, and schools.

• Support safe walking and biking infrastructure in appropriate areas.

• Expand rural road maintenance and connectivity.

• Plan for future growth so infrastructure keeps pace with population changes.

As a small business owner, I understand the importance of a healthy local economy that provides opportunity, stable jobs, and a strong tax base for public services.

My priorities:

• Strengthen partnerships with local chambers, trade groups, and workforce organizations.

• Reduce unnecessary regulatory barriers that slow responsible development.

• Simplify permitting and licensing processes.

• Encourage our county to buy locally when possible.

• Support vibrant downtowns and commercial districts.

Environmental protection is not a distant challenge — it’s an issue affecting our communities right now. We must act responsibly today to protect the air, water, and natural resources we all depend on.

My priorities:

• Support practical, science-based strategies to reduce emissions and improve environmental resilience.

• Invest in clean energy opportunities that create local jobs.

• Protect air and water quality through responsible planning and regulation.

Healthcare is a human right and a right for all Oregonians under the Hope Amendment.

My priorities:

• Work with regional health systems to improve access to primary care and preventative services.

• Support programs that help reduce healthcare costs for families.

• Support rural clinics and healthcare providers.

Education is one of the strongest investments we can make in our community; students and teachers need reliable support in order to succeed.

My priorities:

• Support strong partnerships between counties and school districts.

• Advocate for adequate funding and responsible use of public resources.

• Promote workforce pathways that connect education to real job opportunities.

Strong communities are built through collaboration, diversity, and trust. I will be open-minded and work on creative solutions with all who wish to have their voice heard.

My priorities:

• Encourage participation from residents, businesses, and community organizations.

• Build partnerships that bring people together to solve problems.

Keeping residents safe is a fundamental responsibility of county government.

My priorities:

• Ensure emergency services, law enforcement, and disaster response teams have the resources they need to provide essential care for our community members.

• Improve coordination between agencies.

• Support evidence-based strategies that build safer neighborhoods.

Public safety requires both enforcement and prevention.

• Support law enforcement with the essential tools and training they need to care for our community members responsibly.

• Expand access to mental health and addiction treatment services.

• Support crisis response programs that connect people to care instead of jail when appropriate.

• Partner with healthcare providers and nonprofits to expand services.