The incumbent is not seeking re-election.  I am a current Trustee and have a continued interest to volunteer and serve.

The Village is at a crossroads with many upcoming large projectsto review and finance, while also facing budget constraints with limited ability to raise revenue.  As a CFO, CPA and current Finance Committee Chair, I will leverage my experience to guide the Village through these challenges, while also being a steward of the Village’s Excellent Financial Position.  Working with our talented Village team, I want to keep the Village special while also supporting growth that will enhance the community.

I will guide major projects shaping Elm Grove’s future, including:

  • Leading the review of how to best develop our downtown to allow for growth and change while keeping what makes Elm Grove special and unique.
  • Maintaining the high quality of our Police, EMS and Fire services
  • Daylighting of Underwood Creek so that it enhances our downtown and meets regulatory requirements
  • Review and monitor Caroline Heights (Mandel) development and associated TID Funding commitment
  • Explore possible municipal water expansion and funding, including related resident assessments
  • Work to sustain and grow and increase businesses located in the Village

I look forward to leading the Board as we tackle and discuss the challenges facing the Village.  I will approach the position with a fresh view.  I will continue to support reasonable development of a scale that will enhance our community and at an appropriate cost to the Village.  I know change is difficult and hard.  However, working together and actively listening and exploring various options and mutually agreeing on the best course of action we will keep our Village vibrant and sustain the charm that makes it a special place to live and raise a Family.

I will seek to increase community engagement by:

  • Always listening to the concerns of residents and doing my best to engage in a dialogue. I want all of us tomutually understand the "why" on decisions impacting our community
  • Inviting open conversation and review of alternative solutions
  • Encouraging discussion by gathering input from residents on all sides of an issue
  • Creating an open atmosphere where all voices are heard to implement the best possible solutions
  • Review how we can improve the communication process with all residents to avoid surprises

Exploring options and listening to alternatives helps engage the community.