Issues

PUBLIC SAFETY

Public Safety and the safety of our residents is our #1 priority in Surprise. That's why I have voted to increase our Police funding every year I have been on the City Council. We have opened multiple fire stations in Surprise to help us decrease response times and keep our residents safe. Our city has consistently been rated one of the safest cities in Arizona. Our first responders deserve leaders who support public safety. Surprise police officers and firefighters put their lives on the line every day, and we provide them with the proper resources they need to stay safe and keep us safe.

JOBS

Our residents want places to work and things to do in Surprise. Individuals and families should not be forced to leave Surprise for jobs and entertainment. During my time on City Council, we have added thousands jobs to Surprise. We need to continue to create the high paying careers that our residents deserve. I voted to fund our Economic Development Department with a contingency fund to attract jobs and businesses to Surprise to benefit our residents. In addition, I support continuing to build out our Surprise City Center with family-friendly entertainment for residents.

EDUCATION

As a civics and government teacher, I know firsthand that education is our foundation and the future of Surprise. I became a teacher because I have a passion for our youth and want to give back to the community that made me who I am. During my first term, we started a scholarship fund for Surprise students to help them pursue higher education. I am committed to fostering public-private partnerships between schools and local businesses that benefit our community and students. We also have created new opportunities and places to go for all of our families and youth.