For the last two years, I’ve proudly served our community. I use the skills I’ve developed as a social worker to solve problems, connect people to resources, and ensure Monroe County operates programs and provides services with equity. As a Democrat, my colleagues and I work hand in hand with County Executive Adam Bello to bring needed relief to our neighborhoods.
In 2021, I ran for office on a promise to fight for our families, expand economic justice, and build more equity in Monroe County. Today, I can proudly say I:
Fought for Families by:
- Investing more than $7M for a neighborhood collaborative, bringing resources to underserved City neighborhoods.
- Voting to support $5.8M for year-round youth-workforce programming and $500k to support mentorship through Big Brothers Big Sisters.
- Supported more than $40M in pandemic relief eviction prevention dollars
Expanded Economic Justice by:
- Supporting record investments totaling over $30M in workforce training in fields like the skilled trades, advanced manufacturing, and healthcare.
- Voting for $5.8M for low-cost loans to small businesses, including a $1M set aside for minority and women-owned businesses.
- Supported a $15 minimum wage for Monroe County workers and contractors.
Built Equity In Monroe County by:
- Working with City and Community partners to implement dozens of recommendations from the RASE report building equity and continuing to move the needle.
- Voting for $20M in pandemic relief dollars to expand access to broadband.
- Supporting the launch of a local Minority and Women-Owned Business certification program, reaching over 350 business owners to date.
