About

 Public service runs deep in my family. I grew up in a Cleveland Police household—grandparents, parents, siblings, aunts, uncles, and my husband all dedicated to serving others. In 2001, I became a Cleveland Police Dispatcher, a role that taught me how to listen under pressure, stay calm in chaos, and help people find solutions when everything feels overwhelming.

Dispatching trains you to be the first call—to assess the situation, explain what’s happening in real language, and connect people with the right help quickly. That mindset has shaped my entire career.

After moving to Florida, I dispatched for the St. Petersburg Police Department before transitioning into community development work in Treasure Island. There, I learned how city systems really work—and how frustrating and confusing they can be for residents. I used that experience to help Gulfport neighbors navigate post-storm recovery and city processes with clarity and confidence.

 I believe local government should be approachable, responsive, and human. If you call me with a question and I don’t already know the answer, I will know who to call—and I’ll make sure you get a clear answer quickly, without jargon or runaround.

My extensive crisis-intervention training has given me something invaluable: the ability to talk to anyone. I know how to meet people where they are, listen without judgment, and work through problems in a way that actually makes sense. That skill matters just as much in everyday city issues as it does in emergencies.

Today, I work in St. Pete Beach’s Code Enforcement Division, helping keep neighborhoods safe while ensuring residents are treated fairly and respectfully. Outside of work, I volunteer, support local businesses and artists, and help organize community events—because being part of Gulfport means being present and accessible.

 I’ve been lucky to be part of Gulfport’s playful, creative spirit—helping Bob during his time as Gecko Queen, organizing cash mobs to support small businesses, and proudly earning the unofficial title of “Prime Minister” to the Queen. It was fun, but it was also about connection, problem-solving, and making good ideas happen for the community.

That’s Gulfport. We show up for each other. We celebrate loudly. And we take care of our own.

• Your First Call at City Hall – Clear answers, quick follow-through, and real help.
• Plain-Language Government – No confusion, no runaround, just understandable information.
• Strong Local Businesses & Arts – Protect what makes Gulfport unique.
• Safe, Welcoming Neighborhoods – Balance enforcement with compassion and common sense.
• Inclusive Leadership – Every resident matters. Every voice deserves respect.
• Protecting Gulfport’s Joy – The fun, the quirk, the heart—this is who we are.