As your representative, I will continue to fight for the priorities I have already pursued on the Plymouth City Council, including:
Improve Public Safety
Voted to expand the number of professional firefighters rather than relying on volunteers
Supported the hiring of a dedicated data analyst to support and increase the efficiency of the police force
Voted to increase the number of police officers
Will continue to focus on these issues as well as work to keep children safe at school
Improve Our Transportation System
Reduced highway congestion in Plymouth by advocating successfully for a third lane on I-494
Supported needed safety measures including congestion reduction on County Road 47 reconstruction
Ongoing advocacy for Bus Rapid Transit on Highway 55 from Plymouth to Minneapolis
Will prioritize improving and funding our transportation infrastructure at the Capitol
Protect the Environment
Worked to reduce carbon emissions in the area by facilitating the installation of more than 100 electric vehicle charging stations in Plymouth
Facilitated the installation of solar panels on city buildings
Will work with the Legislature to expand the electric grid to provide for electric vehicle charging stations state-wide
Will work with the Legislature to preserve and protect our soil and water resources
Promote our Business Community
Assisted small family businesses with regulatory issues and pandemic-related challenges
Initiated and led the effort to secure Plymouth’s first craft beer taproom
Will focus on creating a favorable tax environment for area business at the Capitol
Will partner with our business, schools, and government to help develop the workforce of tomorrow
Seek Improvements to the Criminal Justice System
Leverage my experience as a long-time Assistant Hennepin County Attorney to promote justice and safe communities
Will advocate for victims of crime
Will advocate for meaningful bail reform
Will seek to eliminate disparities in sentencing decisions
Defend our Excellent Education System
Ensure that our K-12 education system works for all students
Work to raise teacher licensing standards
Support the emotional needs of students with effective guidance counseling and mental health providers
Fully fund special education
Prioritize safe schools by making necessary safety improvements state-wide