As a former small business owner in Redmond and I am proud of the contributions we make to our city. Small businesses spur growth and innovation, provide employment opportunities, and attract the talent who brings new ideas and new products to the market. They are important to our local economy and create much of our character, charm and unique identity.  While it’s exciting to see new business come to Redmond, it’s also sad to see some of the small businesses we have enjoyed over the years get squeezed out. I believe that we can do a better job supporting both and  I will champion the needs for small businesses and insist on a stronger focus on the needs of small businesses.

Looking Ahead

Supporting small business growth and resilience remains a top priority.

Homelessness is a regional issue that will require combined leadership across all levels of government, non-government agencies and businesses to find the locations and services to get people off our streets. The people who live in our community without homes require a variety of different services working together to meet these needs. 

Looking Ahead

There are no quick fixes. But we can:

-Embrace innovative, cost-cutting construction methods

-Expand mixed-income housing options

-Protect existing affordable homes

Support first-time buyers and renters

-Keep property taxes manageable

-Ensure transparency in housing partnerships

The increase in our crime rate is primarily property crime and fraud. Both types of crime can be reduced by increasing awareness of how these crimes are committed and provide educational outreach on crime prevention methods. For example, bank account or computer fraud can be reduced through outreach programs that educate citizens and help them to be aware of typical scams. 

Drug addiction continues to sky rocket in all Western Washington communities and has resulted in large increases in property crime. Redmond needs to better understand the cause and effect relationships of property crime to drug use and identify where preventative methods will work best.

Looking Ahead

I will continue to advocate for improved investigative capacity, crime prevention programs, and strong community engagement to ensure every resident feels safe.