Tell us a little bit about yourself:
I have been a Baxter resident for nearly 13 years and have loved this community since day one. I am a wife, mother of six and welcoming my first two grandchildren this winter. I am a business owner and Director of Growing Greatness Learning Center since 2021. I have been in the child care industry for over 20 years, previously running that business from my home. I am also new to the real estate industry as an agent since spring of 2024. I am a graduate of William Penn with a BA in Business Management. I am also a substitute bus driver and substitute teacher for Baxter Community School. I enjoy time spent with family and friends.
What are you running for?
Baxter City Council
Why are you running for city government?
This community has shown me the importance of everyone doing their part to ensure its success. We are headed in a great direction and I want to be a part of moving things forward.
Why do you think public service is important?
Public service is the foundation of a strong community, especially in a small town like Baxter where every person can help make a difference. Public service ensures that our shared community life and decisions reflect the values of those that call Baxter home.
What issues in the city are most important to you?
The community’s continued growth and maintaining/improving financial stability are the most important issues to me. I want Baxter to be strong and viable for years to come and remain a desirable place for families to relocate for a better quality of life.
Where is the city succeeding?
The City is headed in a better direction fiscally, we have many community partnerships moving in the right directions with fabulous ammenity building projects, our growth is slow and steady and wise decisions are being made to keep that on the upward trend.
Where does it need improvements?
We have a great foundation as a city and we all have so much pride. I think the biggest opportunity is simply to continue to build on what’s already working. Making sure we stay inclusive, connected, and proactive about future growth. I’d love to see continued collaboration of the many important pieces of this community that make it whole- strengthening Baxter’s future.