I bring a unique combination of leadership, collaboration, and deep community roots. As a sitting Chief Digital and Information Officer, I know how to solve complex problems, manage budgets, and lead diverse teams. I listen carefully, act with integrity, and follow through. I’m also a longtime Stamford Cove resident who understands our neighborhoods and cares deeply about our quality of life. I’m running not as a politician, but as a neighbor who wants to make local government more responsive, transparent, and effective.

My top priority is improving transparency and communication between city government and residents. Too often, decisions are made without enough community input or clear follow-up. My goal is to establish a consistent, accessible way for District 1 residents to receive updates, ask questions, and share concerns—whether through regular newsletters, open office hours, or a simple online feedback tool. I want neighbors to feel heard and informed, not left out of the process.

Stamford’s growth must be guided by thoughtful planning that respects neighborhood character while addressing our housing needs. I would confirm the housing needs and may support adding apartments and townhomes in areas already well-served by transit, infrastructure, and public services—such as near downtown or along major corridors. Before any zoning changes, I would advocate for robust community input and data-driven analysis. We must ensure that roads, schools, stormwater systems, and public transit can support new development. That means coordinating closely with city departments.
Growth should enhance—not overwhelm—our neighborhoods. I will advocate for smart, phased development that includes traffic calming, school capacity planning, and green space preservation. And I’ll work to ensure that new housing includes options for working families, seniors, and young professionals who want to stay in Stamford.

Options to raise more funds would need to be thoughtfully vetted. To strengthen the fund, I would explore:
• Expanding the commercial linkage fee program to include more types of development or adjust thresholds to reflect today’s market.
• Encouraging public-private partnerships with employers and institutions that benefit from a stable local workforce.
• Pursuing state and federal grants more aggressively, especially those tied to transit-oriented development and climate-resilient housing.
• Creating a voluntary contribution program for large residential developers who want to support housing diversity citywide.
I would seek input and other ideas; the above are a few examples that need to be vetted for value and benefit.

To ensure fairness and transparency, I would advocate for:
• Clear public reporting on how funds are allocated and the outcomes achieved.
• Community representation on the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board.
• Regular updates to the city’s housing needs assessment, so decisions are guided by current data and equity goals.
Affordable housing is essential to Stamford’s long-term vitality. We need to fund it sustainably and manage it with integrity.