Priorities

What we've accomplished

Home Rule

Moving to a Home Rule Municipality was an important next step for Erie, empowering our town to decide what is best for us as we grow, instead of relying on broad, state statutes. Last November, Erie voters elected to adopt the charter that was written by our elected Home Rule Commission. They did a fantastic job working together and listening to residents as they drafted a strong charter that is leading Erie forward.

Housing

Ensuring access to a variety of housing options at varying price points for people at every stage of life is an important aspect of building a rich, diverse, and equitable hometown. Since I was elected, I have supported Erie's Affordable Housing developments and the development of our Inclusionary Housing Policy. I have attended Regional Housing Partnership Symposiums with our Planning Staff to better understand regional housing needs as well as our current local and future needs. This planning is crucial for ensuring that we as current residents can continue to afford to live in our wonderful community and also that we have a plan that includes the next chapters of Erie's history. We can invest in community by taking careful steps to ensure that our local workforce, young professionals, families, and seniors can afford to call Erie, “home.”

Comprehensive Plan & Transportation Mobility Plan Updates

The secret is out: Erie is a great place to live. With careful planning and vision for the future we can keep it that way as Erie continues to grow. The Comprehensive Plan is the guiding document tasked with preserving Erie’s charm, honoring it’s history with a solid plan for a sustainable future. This update is long overdue. I hope you've been able to take advantage of the many opportunities to weigh-in during the process.

I’ve spoken with so many long time residents who love their neighborhoods and have shared concern about traffic congestion as the town changes to meet the needs of an ever expanding population. I’ve also heard over and over the need for more public transportation within the town, as well as connecting to neighboring communities. I have joined several coalitions and commissions advocating for improvements to highways and transit corridors that hem Erie in on all sides. I have also supported Transportation Staff's efforts and am happy that we will be launching an On-Demand Flex-Ride Service in Erie early next year.

What's Next

Continued Strategic Planning for growth in Erie that reflects resident priorities to preserve Erie's small town charm, with a plan for the future that keeps Erie sustainably affordable for all of us.

Transit & Transportation Planning that address traffic corridors while also prioritizing the safety and comfort of pedestrians.

Continuing to Advocate for Erie residents at Regional, State, and Federal Tables while amplifying the lived experience of residents. Since taking my seat in 2022, I have testified many times at the ECMC, AQCC, APCD, the Legislature, Transportation Commission, the Public Utility Commission, and more... advocating for health and safety, clean air and water, and forward thinking sustainability efforts.

Youth Council! Erie has some amazing young people. It's time we created space to hear from them. I am so happy that after two years of advocating for a Youth Council, it's finally getting underway this fall.

All of this centered on my commitment to Lead from my heart with Compassion and Engagement in the community.