When people are thriving, the city is thriving.

People work hard for their money, and they expect services for the dollars they put into the city.

For me, governing starts with people. It doesn't start with bureaucracy. It doesn't start with policy. It starts with people and what people need to thrive.

Professional people build relationships by doing the work together.

I am very clear with people that I am willing and able to make tough choices, and I will do that.

I actually don't believe in governance by referendum. I believe that we have a democracy, that we elect people to make decisions.