not for sale!

 It’s time for a county charter that answers to the people, not the other way around.

Accountability. Transparency. Consent of the people.
District consent amendments that require referendums before major decisions are made.

  Give power back where it belongs: the people. 

• Future Development Area Boundary (FDAB) to keep our rural lands rural and stop suburban sprawl from swallowing Myakka and Duette.
• Infrastructure First: The roads, drainage, and emergency services need to be in place to support the community.
• Respect: our local character rather than developer-driven 

• Treating the Cause: Recognizing that over-development of our "natural sponges" (wetlands/pastures) is the primary driver of the recent catastrophic flooding.

• Flood-Resilient Planning: Prioritize "triage" for flood-prone areas like the Manatee River and Myakka basins before the next storm hits.

• Ground Zero: Duette resident, I am personally invested in the safety of our air and soil near the mines.
• Ending "Rubber Stamp" Extensions: Opposing the constant shifting of  deadlines that leave our land in limbo for decades.
• Protecting the Aquifer: Ensuring our drinking water is shielded from the risks of strip-mining

• Protect Water Quality: Reduce pollution, strengthen wastewater and runoff controls, and invest in infrastructure to prevent red tide and algae blooms. 
• Responsible Coastal preservation: Protect wetlands and mangroves, and ensure infrastructure keeps pace to preserve our waterways.

• Subject Matter Experts: Include veterinarians, rescue groups, and trainers to guide policy with real-world experience in animal health, behavior, and placement. 
• Annex Shelters: Create strategically located intake centers with trained staff to assess each animal’s needs and direct them to appropriate outcomes.