1. What is it that you love about Ann Arbor?
What I love most about Ann Arbor is the people—especially the residents who show up for each other and push this city to be better. This is a community that cares deeply, whether that’s advocating for safer streets, more affordable housing, or making sure our neighbors aren’t left behind. That expectation—that we can and should do better for each other—is what makes Ann Arbor worth fighting for.
2. What are the three most pressing problems that you care most about fixing?
If reelected, I will continue fighting for an Ann Arbor where housing is actually affordable, an Ann Arbor that prioritizes equity and accessibility (building into how we make decisions rather than after) and an Ann Arbor that continues to deliver city services that are reliable, responsive, and reach all members of our community.
3. How would you go about fixing those problems?
I would go about fixing those problems by continuing the work I’ve done over the last four years; voting yes on and advancing more housing of all types, including affordable housing, and confronting exclusionary zoning practices that have historically limited who gets to live here. At the same time, I will continue to ensure that city services are properly funded and accessible, because residents should be able to rely on their city—whether that’s during a crisis or in their day-to-day lives. This is about making sure our policies match our values. The recent storm and tornado is a great example of our exceptional city services; city staff responded efficiently to address fallen trees, blocked streets, and other hazards, addressing and resolving residents’ concerns.
4. Let’s say that your solution meets resistance or some part of your plan doesn’t work. What do you do next?
If a solution meets resistance or needs to be adjusted, I don’t walk away from the problem—I stay with it. That means engaging residents, especially those most impacted, and adapting the approach while staying focused on the outcome. I value resident input – community input isn’t just a box to check, it’s listening to feedback that allows us to make plans, it’s how we build and deliver solutions that are trusted by and actually work for the community and hold up over time.
5. You are one of two candidates running for Ward 1. How do you think the voters should think of the differences between you and your opponent?
I bring a record of action and a clear focus on who city policy should work for. I’ve consistently advocated for affordability, equity, and a public safety approach that recognizes the need for more than just traditional responses. My work has been centered on making sure working families and historically underrepresented residents are not an afterthought in city decisions. That perspective—and that consistency—is what I bring to Council. In addition, I have a solid record of action and advocacy that sets me apart in this race. I have the experience necessary to do this work, I have been present in this community, and I have always been a consistent advocate for those who have been most marginalized in our community. My work on affordability, public safety, and the justice system has led to equitable policies that support our working and middle class families. We need this perspective and advocacy on Ann Arbor City Council, and I will continue this work if reelected.
6. What are your thoughts on this evolution in how we do politics, and how has it changed how you approach your work?
The divisiveness in our politics, even at the local level, is disappointing to watch. We’ve seen politics become more polarized and more performative. That’s not what residents need from their local government. At the local level, trust is built through consistency and follow-through, not rhetoric. My approach has been to stay grounded in the work— and it’s why I place such a large emphasis on working with and listening to our neighbors. Listening to residents, being present in the community, and focusing on policies that materially improve people’s lives. I serve to involve and be a voice for residents of the communities historically under and unrepresented in Ann Arbor.
7. Make your case to readers that you are the right person to deliver meaningful change.
As an Ann Arbor City Councilmember, my job is to make sure Ann Arbor works for the people who live here—not just those who can most easily afford it. That means pushing for policies that expand access to housing, strengthen community-based safety, and ensure city services are dependable and equitable. My record on this is clear. I serve you, the residents. I am always available to listen, to have a conversation, and to ensure that residents of all backgrounds can be heard. I take that responsibility seriously, and I’ve built a record that reflects it. Please reach out to me ([email protected]) to schedule a one on one or discussion.
8. Zingerman’s, Ahmos, No Thai, Fleetwood, or Le Dog. Where would you rather go to lunch?
Zingerman’s Roadhouse, where I get the Roadhouse Barbeque Plate with Roadhouse Mac & Cheese.