Council District 5

I am a lifelong Lexington resident, local builder, and small business owner. I own and operate residential construction and remodeling companies, working daily with homeowners, subcontractors, inspectors, engineers, and city departments. My background is hands-on and project-driven, with experience managing complex jobs, budgets, timelines, and people while navigating the real-world impact of local regulations, permitting, and infrastructure decisions.

I am qualified because I work inside the systems City Council oversees every day. As a builder and business owner, I navigate permitting, inspections, infrastructure, and budgeting decisions that directly affect residents and small businesses. I bring firsthand experience, fiscal discipline, and a practical problem-solving mindset, along with a collaborative approach focused on accountability, transparency, and improving how city systems function in the real world.

Lexington is growing, and we need a smart growth strategy that balances necessary development with preserving neighborhood character. Fiscal responsibility is critical, our tax dollars should be spent efficiently on essential services, not unnecessary bureaucracy. I will bring a business owner’s eye to the budget. Public safety must remain a priority by ensuring police and fire have the resources, training, and support needed to keep our community safe.

My goals are to improve transparency and efficiency in planning and permitting, support infrastructure investments that reduce long-term maintenance costs, and advocate for a balanced growth approach that respects existing neighborhoods. I will prioritize responsible budgeting, clear communication with residents, and collaboration with city staff and public safety leadership to ensure policies translate into measurable improvements.

I will focus on proactive, accessible communication. I plan to regularly invite residents to attend Council meetings and committee sessions so more people understand how decisions are made. I also support expanding opt-in, district-level communication tools that deliver clear updates on major issues directly to residents by email or text, making participation easier and less intimidating.