Currently holds the office of Pittsburgh City Council - District 9 until December 31, 2027.
Candidate for Pittsburgh City Council - District 9 in 2023 Pennsylvania General Election.
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Get StartedWe need city government to take an “all hands on deck” approach. People-centered community health and public safety means coordinating law enforcement, health providers, social service agencies, community groups, religious organizations, philanthropic groups, the business community, and other key stakeholders. Learn more
To maximize the quality of life for our city residents, we must be committed to developing public spaces that are flexible, accessible, comfortable, and inclusive. By doing so, we will strengthen our economy, foster social interaction, provide amenities for cultural activities and stimulate interaction between people and the natural environment. Learn more
We can mitigate these impacts through meaningful energy efficiency and conservation efforts. Such as modernizing our water and wastewater systems, investing in green buildings, incentivizing waste reduction and recycling, and implementing climate-friendly purchasing practices. Such as using low-carbon and clean energy fuels, promoting efficient transportation options, adopting intelligent land use and community design principles, preserving open spaces, and offsetting carbon emissions. Learn more
We have a moral obligation to ensure Pittsburghers of all income levels are a part of our future by enacting policy that expands affordable housing, empowers neighborhoods in the planning process, and invests in locally grown small businesses. We need to approach community building comprehensively with a lens toward equity. Equitable and sustainable neighborhood development can improve our overall quality of life, reverse the out-migration of African-American residents and rebuild the communities most in need. Learn more
We can streamline communication across departments and better serve our constituents with user-friendly online tools to ensure residents have easy and comprehensive access to city government. Learn more
We must think bigger and understand that our ability to rethink our multimodal transportation and infrastructure will be the key to future success and prosperity. We can ensure a reliable, resilient infrastructure for us to attain the world-class status that we have the potential to achieve. Learn more
We must develop pathways between the communities most in need to sectors with the greatest need and highest growth potential. Doing so can overcome generational poverty and reverse racial and social equity gaps. We can lift our communities and strengthen our businesses. A genuinely strategic workforce approach will solidify and propel our region’s competitiveness on a global stage. Learn more
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