A Lifetime Dedicated to Public Service

Proven Leadership

I am moving on policies and projects that will keep Santee on the path to prosperity and maintain the high quality of life we all enjoy.

The first thing I did was take a comprehensive look at our city budget, municipal departments and make sure everything is operating efficiently.

I held a strategic planning retreat with fellow council members, the city manager and department directors.  We discussed priorities and vision for the city.  A plan was developed to guide us over the next four years.

My short-term goal is to continue correcting deficiencies in the city’s infrastructure, which includes streets, curbs, sidewalks aging storm drains and parks.  My top ranked long-term goals are:

·       Traffic issues on our local streets as well as congestion on State Route 52

·       Build a public safety center to accommodate the sheriff and fire departments

·       Create a multi-use community center with a new library, senior and teen center, Chamber of Commerce and service clubs

·       Attract a new movie theater

I also want to attract new business and industry to our city so people don’t have to commute long distances to work.  There’s a lot of potential still on the table for Santee and our future is bright.

I realize there are two sides to the issue of residential growth.  Some favor construction of move-up housing and some are very opposed to it.  I want to find a balance between the positions in which we can add new modern homes that will serve the needs of new and aging families.

I can promise you that I’ll keep an open mind and I am always willing to listen to a good idea.

As always, have a great Santee day.