Currently holds the office of Roanoke City Council until December 31, 2026.
Candidate for Roanoke City Mayor in 2024 Virginia General Election.
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Get StartedWork to sustain competitive and equitable compensation for public safety personnel including Fire/EMS, police and sheriff’s departments. Learn more
Support expanded training and professional development facilities for both Fire/EMS and Police departments and upgrades for the Adult Detention Center. Learn more
Support continued implementation of community-based efforts to address the opioid epidemic through harm reduction, treatment services, recovery programs and housing and effective distribution of opioid abatement authority funds to evidence-based programs. Learn more
Support increased growth of our Innovation economy and corridor by increasing research, expanding life sciences through the new Carilion/Taubman Cancer Center and Cardiac Care Center, the opening of the Johnson & Johnson Wet/Dry Labs, and the expansion of the VTC School of Medicine. Learn more
Work to double the size of the RAMP Regional Accelerator program through increased access to funding, experienced mentors and small business growth. Learn more
Invest in small business growth and sustainability, including capital support for minority and women-owned businesses. Learn more
Support Workforce Development Training initiatives through Roanoke City Public Schools, Higher Education and the Greater Roanoke Workforce Development Board. Learn more
Support exploration of a new Arts and STEAM Magnet High School in collaboration with the Jefferson Center and Roanoke City Public Schools. Learn more
Support continued implementation of the gun violence reduction strategies in the city with a sustained reduction in incidents of gun violence. Learn more
Work to shorten the wait time for persons who are currently homeless and receive housing vouchers to get into permanent housing. Learn more
Increase options for transitional housing while persons are waiting on permanent housing. Learn more
Support increased investment in the City’s Housing Trust Fund. Learn more
Work with legislators to increase access to low-income housing tax credits to better develop truly affordable housing in our city and region. Learn more
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