As a school social worker for 5 years and an active community member of SeaTac for 14, I am committed to using current resources, funding and partnerships to improve the lives of our most vulnerable residents as well as ensuring the voices of all are heard and represented. I worked in city government for 8.5 years where I managed grants and contracts; supervised staff and  interns; and collaborated closely with King County, Federal agencies, and local non-profits. I have also brought programs and funding sources to the schools I serve, addressing gaps for those in need. 

Given my background  and knowledge, I will bring expertise to our city government that will work collaboratively across the board. 

Endorsed by: State Representative Mia Gregerson, SeaTac Council Members Senayet Negusse and Takele Gobena, Working Families Party, Highline Education Association, Teamsters Joint Council. 28, King County Democrats, Congressman Adam Smith, and 33rd LD Democrats. 

As an incumbent, I will continue my long record of service, common sense and integrity; remain accessible to all; continue championing safety/crime prevention to secure a clean, safe, livable SeaTac; remain an advocate for sensible stewardship of tax dollars, fostering greater fiscal responsibility/transparency. I will advocate for senior citizens, whose hard word built this city, and for children, who are our future. I strongly believe that SeaTac residents and businesses deserve an ethical council committed to them only--not partisan organizations /outside special interest groups.

I have a broad record of civic/city involvement including: co-founder/co-chair of Neighbors Without Border Action Committee, Block Watch Captain, NNO Host, graduate of Citizen’s Police Academies, Citizen Leadership Academy, CERT. Current Chair: Public Safety and Justice; Tree Advisory Board; Sidewalk Committee; past Deputy Mayor.

I respectfully request your vote so that I may continue working for all who call SeaTac home.