I love Rutland City and I want to support this place that I call home. By serving as Alderman, I hope to bring a pragmatic and open minded approach to managing the affairs of the city. My mission is to support a city that is financially, environmentally, and culturally sustainable.

In 2010, I moved to Nevada to begin a career in natural resources management. As a Green Mountain College alum, I always had an interest in moving back to Vermont. In Nevada, I met (and later married) a University of Vermont alum who also had a soft spot in her heart for Vermont. In 2020, a career opportunity opened up that allowed us to move back. Despite the pandemic and a tight housing market, we were able to find a house with good bones within walking distance of downtown Rutland. Since moving here, we have only fallen more in love with Vermont and Rutland City specifically. We continually brag about the city's wonderful people, its great local businesses, and its access to year-round recreation.

I grew up in a household that quietly demonstrated values related to service and community. My parents were involved in public education and volunteer firefighting. So, I suppose it is not too surprising to find myself interested in running for a position in local government. Although I have never seen myself as someone with an interest in being in an elected position, I do enjoy playing support roles for the communities in which I find myself. In high school, I found a home in stage crew, building and managing sets and stages that allowed my friends to shine. In college, I discovered the joy of running a student newspaper that allowed my fellow students to share their viewpoints and craft their own writing skills. In my career, I have championed clean air, clean water, and healthy watersheds while supporting land uses ranging from hunting and mountain biking to livestock grazing and timber harvest. I have also served as president of a few small non-profits along the way. I look forward to serving and supporting my new community by serving on the Board of Alderman.