Why I’m Running
I love Upper Arlington and feel very fortunate to have grown up here and to be raising my children here. While I cherish our community’s place as one of Central Ohio’s top communities, I believe Upper Arlington’s best days remain ahead of us and I am excited to face the opportunities and challenges of the future. With this mindset, I intend to focus on the following principles when I am elected:
Pursuing Responsible Economic Development
While Upper Arlington has made great progress in recent years, economic development will always be a key priority, especially as the city works to advance the Envision Henderson project and address the underutilized Golden Bear Center. As a landlocked community, we must be thoughtful and strategic in how we grow, pursuing development opportunities that generate essential revenues, help hold down taxes, and align with the character and values that define Upper Arlington.
Championing Responsible City Planning
Over the next few years, Upper Arlington will begin updating its Master Plan—a comprehensive document last revised in 2013 that guides the city’s long-term goals, growth and development strategies. The Master Plan is the city’s most important planning tool, addressing critical issues such as land use, economic vitality, housing, transportation, sustainability and community services. As these updates begin, it’s essential that we approach this work thoughtfully and transparently to preserve the unique character of our neighborhoods while ensuring smart, sustainable growth. Strong leadership will be needed to ensure the updated plan reflects the community’s priorities and provides a clear roadmap for protecting our high quality of life.
Improving Infrastructure and Community Assets
From parks and roadways to public facilities and utilities, smart investments in infrastructure are essential to maintaining the high quality of life residents expect. As we plan for the future, we must strike the right balance by preserving what makes Upper Arlington special while ensuring our community remains vibrant, safe and well-equipped for generations to come.
Increasing Civic Engagement

Open and proactive communication, along with an accessible city government, helps strengthen public trust and informed decision-making. We can and should do more to ensure residents have a clear understanding of the issues affecting their neighborhoods and more opportunities to participate in shaping the city’s future.