Westminster’s municipal election will be held Tuesday, November 4. Westminster residents will be electing a new Mayor and three City Councillors, in addition to deciding on Ballot Question 3H. To register to vote, manage your registration, and track your ballot please visit: GoVoteColorado.com.
Please remember that ballots are due by 7 pm Tuesday, November 4. Westminster residents who live in Adams County can use the ballot drop-off box in the City Hall parking lot (4800 W. 92nd Ave.) or find the nearest location. Westminster residents who live in Jefferson County can use the ballot drop-off box at City Park Recreation Center (10455 Sheridan Blvd.) or find the nearest location.
Learn more about the Mayoral and City Council candidates by watching their videos below, and reading their responses to questions in the candidate guide. You can also view the official ballot language for Ballot Measure 3H.
For more information about the election, and to view results, please visit our 2025 Election webpage.
Westminster residents will vote on Ballot Question 3H, which would fund improvements to public safety and neighborhood streets. View the official ballot language below.
SHALL CITY OF WESTMINSTER TAXES BE INCREASED BY $14 MILLION ANNUALLY IN THE FIRST FULL FISCAL YEAR AND BY SUCH AMOUNTS AS ARE RAISED ANNUALLY THEREAFTER BY INCREASING THE EXISTING CITY SALES AND USE TAX BY 0.4% AND THE RESULTING TAX REVENUES BEING USED TO:
• REDUCE RESPONSE TIME AND MAINTAIN EMERGENCY SERVICES CITYWIDE BY HIRING A MINIMUM OF THIRTY (30) FIREFIGHTERS, EMERGENCY MEDICAL AND SUPPORT PERSONNEL, INCLUDING PERSONNEL FOR NEW STATIONS IN NORTH AND CENTRAL WESTMINSTER,
• CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE A NEW FIRE STATION IN CENTRAL WESTMINSTER FOR RAPID RESPONSE TO MEDICAL AND FIRE EMERGENCIES,
• PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN EMERGENCY VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT, AND MODERNIZE FACILITIES TO BETTER PROTECT THE PUBLIC AND FIRST RESPONDERS, INCLUDING REBUILDING STATION 3,
• IMPROVE, MAINTAIN, AND PRIORITIZE NEIGHBORHOOD STREETS AND CITY ROADWAYS WITH A MINIMUM OF $2 MILLION ANNUALLY, AND
WITH THE RESULTING TAX REVENUE BEING ALLOWED TO BE COLLECTED AND SPENT NOTWITHSTANDING ANY LIMITATIONS PROVIDED BY LAW?
Learn more about the ballot initiative.
Westminster residents will elect a new Mayor. Municipal elections in the City of Westminster are non-partisan, which means candidates for office do not declare a party affiliation on the ballot. All offices on the ballot are elected at-large; that is, the City consists of one ward. All elected officials begin their respective terms Monday, December 1, 2025 at 8 pm.
Learn more about the candidates below and click on their photo to watch their video. Please note that statements are printed verbatim as provided by candidates.
Occupation: IT and Systems Executive, Technology Professional, and Community Leader
Past Elected Offices: Westminster City Councillor 2017–present, Mayor Pro Tem 2021-2023
Why are you the most qualified person for this office?
With 25 years in technology, I bring strong leadership and innovation skills. Since 2017, serving as a Westminster City Council member and Mayor Pro Tem, I’ve gained deep insight into local government, advocating for reduced water rates, support for public safety, and responsible growth. My involvement in citizen police and fire academies has given me a firsthand understanding of public safety needs. I believe in standing up to state laws that may negatively impact growth and safety, advocating for policies that serve our community’s best interests. Combining extensive community involvement with proven leadership, I am dedicated to making impactful decisions that benefit residents, ensure safety, and maintain the city’s vitality amid growth pressures.
What is the most important issue facing Westminster and how will you address it?
Public safety is Westminster’s top priority. I will strengthen partnerships with law enforcement, fund crime prevention, and ensure neighborhoods feel secure. Equally vital, I will advocate for standing up to unfavorable state laws affecting growth and public safety. Responsible growth must be aligned with our water availability; I will push for planning based on our water supply to prevent overextension. My experience in community leadership allows me to balance safety, growth, and resource management, ensuring Westminster remains safe, affordable, and resilient, while respecting our natural resources and local control.
What do you think the City does well and where do you see room for improvement?
Westminster excels in parks, open spaces, and community programs that foster community spirit. Our natural beauty and vibrant events contribute greatly to quality of life. However, there’s room for improvement in government efficiency—leveraging technology and streamlining processes. I also believe the city must be assertive in resisting overreach from state laws that may hinder growth or compromise safety. Responsible growth should be guided by our water supply capacity, ensuring expansion aligns with available resources. Continued infrastructure investments and responsible planning will help maintain our high standards while respecting our natural limits.
What is your favorite thing about living in Westminster?
I love the strong community spirit and the natural beauty near Standley Lake, offering tranquility and recreation. Raising my family here has shown me firsthand how the city’s commitment to safety, opportunity, and inclusiveness creates an exceptional environment. I value Westminster’s ability to stand firm against adverse state laws affecting growth and public safety, ensuring local control over our future. The city’s focus on sustainable growth based on water supply and resource management reflects the community’s strength and resilience. This makes Westminster not just a wonderful place to live but a community that actively protects its values and resources for generations to come.
Occupation: IT Project Manager
Past Elected Offices: Westminster City Councillor 2023-present
Why are you the most qualified person for this office?
I am the most qualified person for this office because I am pragmatic, solution oriented, and not easily swayed by distractions, political or otherwise. What I believe should be important when electing a leader is ensuring you have someone who will weigh a decision carefully based on the data accrued, who will listen to you and each stakeholder carefully, and who doesn’t have their mind made up before they reach the dais. I am a hard worker, believe in servant leadership (yes that’s straight out of PMBOK), and am the candidate who will be a responsible, informed decision maker for the best interest of the whole.
What is the most important issue facing Westminster and how will you address it?
I believe the most pressing issue facing Westminster is maintaining strong momentum in our local economy to ensure a stable and thriving city, especially in light of current and future economic uncertainty. This means investing strategically in our community; such as attracting key regional draws like Trader Joe’s and the upcoming Red Lotus food hall, strengthening partnerships with our business community, and ensuring that Westminster remains affordable and accessible for residents of all ages, including those on fixed incomes who have built their lives here over the past decades. At the same time, we must preserve the beauty and spirit of our city through continued care for our parks, libraries, and open spaces. Balancing economic vitality with quality of life is essential to keeping Westminster strong.
What do you think the City does well and where do you see room for improvement?
I believe the City performs many of its core functions at an exceptionally high level, our staff exemplifies professionalism and dedication. Some shout-outs are to the Facilities team, Financial Department, and Fire Department, which are some of the best teams in the nation credentials-wise. Likewise, the City hosts outstanding events such as Westy Fest, which showcase our community’s vibrancy. Moving forward, we have an opportunity to better communicate these successes with the public so that our community hears the facts firsthand and remains well-informed about the great work being done every day, ensuring residents receive accurate information directly from the source and are therefore less prone to influence through misinformation.
What is your favorite thing about living in Westminster?
My favorite thing about living in Westminster is the beautiful parks and plentiful open space, especially Standley Lake. I often go jogging there, have picnics there, and have been watching the eagle cams since 2017. We are fortunate to have such wildlife in our own backyard.
Occupation: Pharmacist, US Army
Past Elected Offices: Westminster City Councillor 2013-2017 and 2021-2023
Why are you the most qualified person for this office?
I will bring smart leadership to the Office of Mayor. I will encourage the best from our council members. I will lead and motivate the city workforce to know their contributions are valued and their work is important and appreciated. I will rekindle pride in our citizens and show them how determination, toughness and drive can lead them away from frustration with and resignation to dishonest government.
However technically legal the past city council decisions have pretended, Westminster has engaged in dishonest government (example- not allowing a vote on a new courthouse was dishonest). However ‘normalized’ giving away public money and waiving standard fees to favorite insiders has become, it is corrupt government. This must stop!
I know a difficult job lies ahead. Feelings will be hurt and egos bruised. We cannot have 4 more years of lazy, easily misled, timid, passive leadership. We must have honest government.
What is the most important issue facing Westminster and how will you address it?
Dishonest city government. For example, more recently than the courthouse, after the voters rejected a proposed tax increase asked for in the November 2024 election, instead of re-allocating city resources to meet claimed needs for additional EMS, the city hired a consultant and used taxpayers’ money to send out postcards and other alarmist propaganda just weeks before placing the question on the ballot. Timing allowed the city to claim the information was not campaign literature but merely “resident communication”. Then there’s spending over $1 million to redo the front lawn at city hall. There was spending $4 million dollars for a bar and the city waiving the parking requirement for that bar. There was allowing a private business getting about all but free rent in a city owned building. If city leadership is not changed, these dishonest and corrupt practices will continue for 4 more years.
What do you think the City does well and where do you see room for improvement?
Westminster does our core services well: roads/plowing, water/sewer, parks/open space, police and fire. Improvement is needed in the city protecting our neighborhoods: code enforcement needs to be more uniformly and fairly applied; the city needs to be more proactive with deteriorating situations. Improvement should be bringing equality between neighborhoods, pursuing population growth through high density housing projects does not improve things for current residents. We have slowly drifted into a state where more affluent neighborhoods have significantly better living conditions that do less affluent neighborhoods. This inequality must stop. The next most important area for improvement is all the things the city should NOT be doing. The city should not be a developer, nor be subsidizing apartment buildings of any kind, nor waiving standard city requirements to anyone, nor providing County services.
What is your favorite thing about living in Westminster?
I love my beautiful, safe, friendly, connected neighborhood and city. But far more inspiring is the fact that Westminster not too big, nor too complicated, nor too cynical to fix. Westminster can achieve Smart, Focused, Honest Government. We can stop being suckered into giving “incentives” to rich apartment builders. We stop giving overly generous contracts to connected insiders. We can have everyone follow the same rules and play on a “level playing field”. We can stop hiring “consultants” that tell us what we already know. We can use city taxes and resources to address the needs of our resident instead of the fantasies of experts.
Westminster residents will elect three City Councillors for regular, four-year terms. The top three highest vote recipients will serve the three open four-year terms pursuant to Westminster Municipal Code and Colorado Revised Statutes.
Municipal elections in the City of Westminster are non-partisan, which means candidates for office do not declare a party affiliation on the ballot. All offices on the ballot are elected at-large; that is, the City consists of one ward. All elected officials begin their respective terms Monday, December 1, 2025 at 8 pm.
Learn more about the candidates below, and click on their photo to watch their video. Please note that statements are printed verbatim as provided by candidates.
Occupation: Local small business owner
Past Elected Offices: N/A
Why are you the most qualified person for this office?
I’m a fighter! I fight tirelessly for things I believe in and I believe in Westminster. However, something is very wrong at City Hall with their constant need for density, congestion, overcrowding, and willingness to build on every square inch of raw land. This is not in the best interests of the current Westminster residents as it takes away our enjoyment of our suburban bedroom community – which once had wide open spaces, peaceful surroundings, and safety in abundance.
I am also a great problem solver – it’s one of my best skills! I will stand and fight for you at City Hall. No more rubber-stamping every development idea that only enriches a few at the expense of the citizens. No more tax increases because the city mismanages our money. I will demand accountability for the residents of Westminster from the bureaucrats at City Hall.
Viva Westminster – We are Westminster, not Denver!
What is the most important issue facing Westminster and how will you address it?
Mismanagement of Westminster’s most precious resources, including land, water, and money by City Hall. The Westminster citizens were never asked if they wanted to transform our once peaceful suburban bedroom community into a badly planned urban nightmare. We were told by the bureaucrats at City Hall that it was a done deal – THEY had decided for us. My solution is to put current residents’ safety, needs, and wants ahead of developer’s or outsider’s wants. Quality of life for current residents should be the primary focus on any decision made for Westminster. Wise decisions on land-use, water, and how best to spend the tax-payers’ hard earned money should be the norm. However, City Hall continually makes bad decisions, then they cover these bad decisions by raising taxes or fees to hide their ineptitude. No more! I will be fighting on your behalf for common sense – We need Better Government Now!
What do you think the City does well and where do you see room for improvement?
Does well: I do like the Predictive Traffic Signs. They really help while driving in unfamiliar areas. I also like that the railroad tracks have been made smooth so that auto traffic can drive over them at the speed limit. Well done!
Needs Improvement:
- Our Roads! They are either being strangled, causing more congestion, wasted gas, and pollution or they are in disrepair. We need to do a better job of keeping the arteries and veins of our community open and safe.
- Input from the citizens, or, at least listen to the citizens when they say they do not want something – like the pushed-through Metro Tax District development on the Pillar of Fire land. Westminster used to be free from bad ideas like Metro Tax Districts. What happened?
- City Hall must learn to differentiate between “wants” and “needs”, so bad decisions can be avoided.
What is your favorite thing about living in Westminster?
I love the Bike Trails and Open Spaces. I love seeing the Eagles and Hawks fly overhead. It’s really cool when they swoop in for a closer look when hunting. Their and the coyotes’ prey, the barking prairie dogs, are really cute and amuse my out-of-state guests. We have had beautiful foxes and deer visit our neighborhood, as well as a mountain lion and bear! It really is nice to have so much open space nearby – it’s a complete wildlife eco-system. I also like the variety of shops and restaurants; there’s something to suit your mood nearby when hungry and it’s easy to pick up some needed item for a project quickly. Westminster is close to everything my family likes to do, from world class bouldering/climbing and skiing/snowboarding to hiking and natural escapes via the state or national parks.
Occupation: Director of Facilities and Campus Safety & Security; Pastor and Executive Director; Pastor and Founder of church campus
Past Elected Offices: N/A
Why are you the most qualified person for this office?
I am the most qualified because of my leadership and deep community roots. I’ve managed multi-million-dollar projects, led teams through crises, and built programs that serve people. I’ve served on several boards and committees, including CU Leeds. As a pastor and executive director, I understand budgets, accounting, and transparency.
I am a Liberty University graduate with certificates in accounting and project management from Cornell. My work with the Red Cross and Colorado Coalition for the Homeless has taught me to care for people while upholding discipline and accountability. Above all, being a pastor has shown me that true leadership means serving all people as a good neighbor with the ability to solve problems.
What is the most important issue facing Westminster and how will you address it?
Westminster families are under financial pressure. On the November ballot, the sales tax proposal will bring major consequences. Our city also faces challenges with open space, development, infrastructure, roads, and support for fire and police departments.
If elected, I will work to bring residents together and ensure their voices are central in every decision. Door-to-door, I’ve heard concerns about safety, street racing, development, and water costs. These aren’t issues on paper—they are real concerns from real people. My priority is making sure Westminster residents are not shut out of the conversation. Transparency, affordability, and public safety will guide every decision I make.
What do you think the City does well and where do you see room for improvement?
Westminster has a fantastic fire and police department, a strong city manager, and dedicated staff. We should build on these strengths while also improving transparency and communication with residents.
Too often, projects move forward without residents understanding the vision. This disconnect creates frustration. We must do better at explaining what is being built, why, and the long-term benefits. The city website is difficult to navigate and should be modernized to empower residents with accessible information. Informed residents are engaged residents, and engagement is key to building Westminster’s future.
What is your favorite thing about living in Westminster?
My favorite thing about Westminster is that my life is here. From Fade Em All Studio and Taco Junior to Famille Restaurant and Alamo for date nights, this city is where I eat, shop, and share life with my kids. We go to Dave & Buster’s, Hobby Lobby, and even the Dollar Store for treats. I meet friends at Legacy Ridge for coffee, not golf, and spend time with neighbors across the street.
Every day is Westminster. My kids have grown up here, and everything about this city—the parks, restaurants, and people—is part of my story. This is more than where I live; it’s my home, my community, and my favorite city.
Occupation: Entrepreneur and small business owner
Past Elected Offices: N/A
Why are you the most qualified person for this office?
I am the most qualified candidate for this office because Westminster has been my home for most of the past 44 years. My family moved here in 1981 when I was eleven, and I attended Harris Park Elementary, Hodgkins Junior High, and graduated from Westminster High School. This lifelong connection has given me a deep understanding of our community and its needs. For 23 years, I owned and operated an insurance agency, where I learned the importance of trust, accountability, and problem solving. Today, I own and manage several properties in Westminster and have completed residential redevelopment projects that strengthen neighborhoods and support community growth. I believe it is time for fresh leadership on City Council with new voices, new ideas, and a renewed focus on fiscal responsibility. I care deeply about Westminster’s future and am committed to ensuring our city thrives for generations to come.
What is the most important issue facing Westminster and how will you address it?
One of the most important issues facing Westminster is ensuring strong fiscal responsibility while still delivering high-quality services for residents. Families and businesses deserve a city government that manages tax dollars wisely, avoids wasteful spending, and invests in projects that truly strengthen our community. My experience as a long-time business owner has taught me how to balance budgets, make strategic decisions, and remain accountable to the people I serve. On the City Council, I will prioritize transparency in financial decisions, focus resources on essential services like public safety and infrastructure, and work to create a sustainable plan for future growth. By practicing careful stewardship of our resources, Westminster can thrive without placing unnecessary burdens on families and businesses.
What do you think the City does well and where do you see room for improvement?
Westminster does many things well, and I am proud to call this city home. Our parks, trails, and open spaces are among the best in the region, giving families places to gather and stay active. The city has also invested in community amenities and programs that make Westminster a vibrant and welcoming place to live. At the same time, I see opportunities for improvement. Too often, residents feel disconnected from decision-making, and there is a need for greater transparency and accountability in how priorities are set, and tax dollars are spent. I believe we can also do more to encourage smart, balanced growth that supports affordable housing, strengthens neighborhoods, and ensures infrastructure keeps pace with development. With fresh leadership, we can build on Westminster’s successes while addressing these challenges in a way that reflects the values and voices of our community.
What is your favorite thing about living in Westminster?
My favorite thing about living in Westminster is the sense of community. Having grown up here and lived here for most of my life, I’ve seen firsthand how neighbors come together to support one another, celebrate milestones, and make our city a welcoming place for families of all backgrounds. I also enjoy playing in a golf league at Hyland Hills, which gives me the chance to stay active while connecting with fellow residents. Westminster combines the charm of a close-knit community with the amenities of a modern city, and that balance is what makes it such a special place to live, work, and play.
Occupation: Planning & Development Director
Past Elected Offices: Westminster City Councillor 2021-present
Why are you the most qualified person for this office?
With over 25 years working for cities in planning, management, and economic development—including 8 years with Westminster—I bring expertise, depth of experience, and an intimate understanding of our community and how to make things happen for our city.
While working for Westminster, I led our comprehensive planning and established the relationship between growth, services and infrastructure, resource availability, and long-term fiscal health to our everyday decision-making. I also led the first phase of our Downtown. I know what it takes to plan and create places for everyone in our community and to build with economic resilience and inclusivity.
While on Council, I have increased revenue for our streets, supported new jobs and senior affordable housing opportunities, and improved our communication, transparency, and accountability with the community. Finally, I have also advocated regionally for transportation funding and access for Westminster, including a station with Front Range Passenger Rail.
What is the most important issue facing Westminster and how will you address it?
The most important issue facing Westminster is our livelihood—the ability of residents, businesses, and the City to thrive now and into the future. Costs for everything—from housing to asphalt continue to rise while counties struggle to provide supportive services. So that we can survive long-term, we need to fortify our revenue sources and our community. This starts with ensuring we can provide public services by positioning the City economically to maintain a vibrant commercial and employment core. At the same time, we need to invest strategically in infrastructure to ensure long term viability. For our residents, we must foster a rich offering of employment options and create or sustain attainable housing options for all who want to live here, from new families to seniors. Our resilience as a city depends on our decisions today—to ensure we all want—and can—live, work, and stay in Westminster.
What do you think the City does well and where do you see room for improvement?
Westminster tackles challenges head-on and with an entrepreneurial spirit. This is evident in how the City has approached service provision, open space and recreational programming, and our long-term economic health. Westminster was one of the first cities in the state to establish an open space tax to create revenue for purchasing land for open space and parks. And, when our mall failed, we strategically established new commercial centers and revenue for the city—and built a Downtown in its place. Now, as a maturing city, we are experiencing aging infrastructure, limited resources, and an unsteady economy. We need to improve our approach to capital spending to ensure we are investing strategically where we need it today to best set ourselves up for maintenance tomorrow. At the same time, we need to increase our education and partnership with the community as we prioritize and make innovative and sometimes difficult choices.
What is your favorite thing about living in Westminster?
When my family and I first moved to Westminster 14 years ago, we really enjoyed being able to access open space and trails throughout the city and to see wildlife thriving within them. In fact, I still can’t get enough of seeing falcons and eagles soaring above our open spaces. Yet my favorite places in Westminster are its parks—from Westminster Station Park or Downtown, to City Park—we have beautiful places that serve us all and bring us together.
I know I’m not alone in appreciating what Westminster has to offer. We have a diverse community, and yet, whether we’ve lived here 80 years or 8, we all share a deep appreciation for our city and its amenities. It will be my and my fellow council members’ job to ensure that Westminster continues to serve and preserve these spaces into the future.
Occupation: Chief Architect, Software Engineer, and Former Firefighter
Past Elected Offices: N/A
Why are you the most qualified person for this office?
As an engineer with a Master’s degree, I am trained to evaluate complex challenges, solve problems, and make informed, responsible decisions. In my career, I serve as the lead engineer, subject matter expert, and chief architect for a team that depends on me to guide projects, manage risks, and deliver successful outcomes. These experiences have taught me accountability, critical thinking, and how to lead under pressure.
In addition, I am a former firefighter, where I learned the importance of teamwork, quick decision-making, and putting the safety of others first. That experience reinforced my commitment to service and strengthened my ability to act decisively in high-stakes situations. Together, these experiences uniquely prepare me to serve Westminster with common sense, accountability, and dedication to residents.
What is the most important issue facing Westminster and how will you address it?
The most important issue facing Westminster is ensuring that taxpayer dollars are spent wisely and that City Hall makes decisions that truly reflect the community’s priorities. Too often, development projects are rubber-stamped without enough scrutiny, resulting in spending that doesn’t align with resident needs.
I will bring the same analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills I use as an engineer and chief architect to City Hall. I will carefully review budgets and proposals, evaluate the long-term impacts of developments, and hold both developers and city staff accountable. My goal is to make sure every decision is responsible, transparent, and in the best interest of residents, so that growth benefits the community rather than bureaucracy or outside interests.
What do you think the City does well and where do you see room for improvement?
Westminster does a great job maintaining parks, trails, and open spaces, which enhance quality of life for residents. The city also provides reliable services and programs that bring the community together.
There is room for improvement with City Council being out of touch with residents. Decisions are often made without fully considering community impact. A new sales tax initiative is on the ballot at a time when many residents are struggling financially. I will advocate for leaders who listen, make responsible decisions, and prioritize residents’ needs. City Hall must manage resources wisely to ensure growth and spending benefit the people who call Westminster home.
What is your favorite thing about living in Westminster?
My favorite thing about living in Westminster is the strong sense of community combined with access to beautiful open spaces. From walking along Big Dry Creek to enjoying our parks and trails, there are so many ways to connect with neighbors and nature. Westminster offers a balance of small-town friendliness and big-city amenities, making it a place where families, professionals, and retirees can all thrive. I value the people, the outdoor lifestyle, and the opportunities our city provides, and I want to ensure that Westminster continues to be a welcoming, vibrant, and well-managed community for everyone who calls it home.
Occupation: First Responder (EMT)
Past Elected Offices: Westminster City Councillor 2021-present
Why are you the most qualified person for this office?
My background uniquely qualifies me to eliminate partisan politics, address our affordability crisis, expand open space, and protect City employees from the real threat of political mass firings that would gut the services Westminster residents rely on.
As an EMT on the frontlines, I protect and serve neighbors in crisis, bringing the same urgency and care to public service. As an entrepreneur and community servant, I cut through red tape, bring accountability, uplift every voice, and give back through local nonprofits from food banks to soup kitchens.
Through grit and perseverance I survived childhood poverty and built decades of leadership experience across healthcare, housing, transportation, and technology. I have a Bachelors in Psychology and Biological Sciences, and a Masters of Business Administration in Finance.
What is the most important issue facing Westminster and how will you address it?
Westminster doesn’t need more politics, it needs results. I’m running because people are worth fighting for and I want to work to reduce the cost of living in the city.
In my first 4 years, I came in as an outsider and delivered:
– Smart growth: Successfully limited all future development to our water capacity
– Elevated transparency and accountability with our residents
– Expanded open space and parks
– Made water more affordable and secured clean water for generations
– Drove police vacancies down from a region-worst 13% to an area-leading 1%
– Cut car thefts by 50%
– Invested to solve unhoused crisis
– Expanded housing options (condos, townhomes, housing people can afford)
– Increased Mental health support
– Kept our budget fiscally responsible
What do you think the City does well and where do you see room for improvement?
Westminster has a legacy of investing in open space and parks. In my first term, under my leadership, we strengthened the mental and physical health of our community, expanded open space, and increased access across the city. But we still have work to do, as many neighborhoods, particularly in the southern part of Westminster, remain underserved. Every family deserves equal access to the parks and green spaces that make our city vibrant. That is why I will continue fighting for equity in how we plan and invest, using consistent criteria to guide decisions and ensure we reduce disparities rather than reinforce them.
What is your favorite thing about living in Westminster?
My favorite thing about living in Westminster is our people. Neighbors here believe in turning individual power into collective good, and we show up for each other with love and compassion. We expect transparency and accountability from our leaders, but we also extend forgiveness and hold on to hope for a brighter future together.
Occupation: Attorney
Past Elected Offices: N/A
Why are you the most qualified person for this office?
First and foremost, I am a problem solver who believes in good governance and building a system that is effective at serving everyone in our city. As a civil rights attorney, I am a strong advocate who is willing to stand up for people. I know what it means to advocate for everyday, working people and against government overreach and large corporate exploitation. Finally, most of my career has centered around policymaking. City council writes a lot of laws, and it is important to have someone who both understands how to write laws and how those laws are actually implemented in a courtroom setting. Westminster is ready for a new generation of leadership, and I am the best candidate to deliver that.
What is the most important issue facing Westminster and how will you address it?
We are facing an affordability crisis in Westminster. Whether it is housing, groceries, childcare, or the many other important parts of our life, it is becoming too expensive to live in our city. If elected to city council, I will address these issues by looking at the root causes of cost increases in our community and then work with city leaders to address those costs. That includes working to decrease housing costs by removing barriers to building or renovating homes, helping reduce the costs of groceries by creating incentive-based programs for grocery stores to reduce their operating costs, and addressing the costs of childcare by supporting locally-operated childcare centers in our city.
What do you think the City does well and where do you see room for improvement?
The City does a good job of delivering essential services to our community. Clean water, fire protection, and other essential services are at the core of what our city does, and they do it well. However, as we have an aging and growing city, we can do a better job when it comes to prioritizing smarter building and rebuilding. We must rebuild our infrastructure including roads and sidewalks, and we must do a better job creating safer communities through comprehensive community safety planning.
What is your favorite thing about living in Westminster?
The incredible neighbors I have in my community is my favorite thing about living in Westminster. Our city is full of so many wonderful, hard-working people who love our city and who care about their community. Whether it is walking in the park or shopping at the store, I have been fortunate to experience countless acts of kindness and services because of the great community we have.
Occupation: Landscape Architect/Site Planner
Past Elected Offices: N/A
Why are you the most qualified person for this office?
My professional & life’s experiences give me a strong edge up in dealing with our city’s 4 toughest issues:
- Housing & “Development”- By focusing on net zero energy-use construction standards (including solar roofs & geothermal) and by re-using existing structures & infrastructure for future development, we can offset the destruction of open lands. These lands should be set aside for protection in a 30 x 30 scenario.
- Water Treatment Plant – By upgrading the existing Semper Water Treatment Plant and holistically augmenting its treatment capacity with satellite facilities throughout the city, we can offset the acquisition of land that is better left open. Also, the re-use of water for irrigation to promote cooling and carbon-sequestering landscaping, is a big consideration.
- Preserving and enhancing Westminster’s Old Town & Arts District … I’d love to discuss this further…
- Enhancing programs & opportunities for seniors AND young people…
What is the most important issue facing Westminster and how will you address it?
Poorly designed and implemented housing projects and unnecessary construction/destruction of our special places. I will work with residents, city staff, developers and others to implement good and financially-responsible design in our built projects. At this point in time, the developers, municipal bond investors, hedge fund investors, and other unsavory outside interests are controlling the vision of Westminster with expensive and often destructive projects. I intend to work with other city council members, the mayor, city manager, city staff and especially our residents to make sure a healthy and responsible Westminster City Vision is laid out and implemented. Included in a responsible vision is a local shuttle service to bring people to and from Westminster shops, businesses and recreation centers rather than focusing on transit service exclusively to Downtown Denver.
What do you think the City does well and where do you see room for improvement?
Open Space, Parks and Libraries in Westminster are exemplary. But, again, in some instances I see spending for the sake of spending and construction for the sake of construction. For Instance, the Irving Street Library is well laid out and comfortable, yet there are interviews being held for architects to change things. If anything, I believe the Front Range Library should be made to feel more comfortable rather than messing around with the Irving Street Library. Also, I’m a person who was married to someone 19 years my senior, and my husband recently died. I believe that if the Westminster Recreation Centers provided Senior Day Care and other programs besides Silver Sneakers to help families keep their loved ones in the home longer and with more suitable exercise programs, it would be helpful.
What is your favorite thing about living in Westminster?
The views to the mountains, the people, the spaces of Westminster are all special. We need to make sure they continue to be, or even are improved. As a Westminster City Council member, that will be my goal and is my reason for running.
Please keep in mind that, although I am last on the ballot, you should consider me first when voting for your next City Councilor!