Key Issues

You belong. Everyone deserves to feel safe, seen, and valued in our city. That means building a Frederick where all voices are a part of the conversation and leadership built on collaboration. 

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LGBTQIA+ residents deserve inclusive services, safe spaces, and leadership that reflects their needs. Black communities in Frederick have long contributed to the city’s cultural and civic life, even while facing systemic exclusion. Immigrant communities deserve access to city services and representation in civic decision-making. People with disabilities must be part of conversations around public infrastructure, transit, and access. 

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Ensuring access to housing is key to building a thriving and inclusive Frederick. By working with residents, neighborhood organizations, and housing advocates, we can advance fair housing policies, move to a form-based code, rethinking zoning, and forge strong partnerships we can create housing opportunities for all income levels. A collaborative approach to housing will strengthen our community, supports local businesses, and provide lasting stability for families and individuals.

Traffic Calming & pedestrian safety is one of my top priorities. Working together with neighbors, we were able to implement some traffic calming measures, but it did not go far enough. 

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Traffic calming makes neighborhoods safer and more livable by slowing down cars and improving conditions for pedestrians and cyclists. With direct input from residents and neighborhood groups, we can implement measures like speed humps, raised crosswalks, narrower streets, pavement markings, and a dedicated traffic unit in the Frederick Police Department. By working together, we can create streets that prioritize safety, accessibility, and the needs of the entire community.

By Frederick’s vibrant arts community is a cornerstone of our city’s identity and a powerful economic driver. By working alongside residents, arts organizations, and local artists, we can create sustainable, affordable spaces for artists to work and perform, expand public art initiatives, and make arts programming accessible to all. Community-driven investments in the arts strengthen our local economy, enrich our culture, and ensure that Frederick remains a dynamic place to live and create.

Development in Frederick should create vibrant, functional, and well-supported spaces that reflect the needs of residents. Through collaboration with neighborhoods, local businesses, and community stakeholders, we can implement thoughtful improvements like wider sidewalks, separate bike lanes, green spaces, and mixed-use developments that seamlessly blend residential and commercial areas. Investing in the creation and renovation of infrastructure ahead of development, we can  ensure that Frederick can support its growing population while preserving its unique character. By prioritizing walkability and community connectivity, we can build a city that works for everyone.

A healthy environment is essential to Frederick’s long-term vitality. By working with residents, businesses, and community organizations, we can implement sustainable policies that protect our natural resources, reduce our carbon footprint, and promote green infrastructure. Expanding tree canopy, investing in renewable energy, improving stormwater management, broadening our composting program, and enhancing public transportation options will help create a cleaner, more resilient city. Prioritizing sustainability not only safeguards our environment but also strengthens our economy and improves quality of life for all who call Frederick home.