Issues & Priorities for District 149

Property taxes are one of the biggest financial pressures facing Maine families - especially seniors, working households, and people on fixed incomes.  Too many Mainers are being priced out of their communities they've lived in for decades.

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Property tax relief must be a top priority at the state level.  That means the state stepping up to fully fund the services it requires of towns, reducing the burden pushed on local property tax payers.  It also means targeted relief for those feeling the greatest strain, while protecting essential local services.  

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I believe Mainers should be able to afford to stay in their homes, remain rooted in their communities, and plan for the future with confidence.  Thoughtful, responsible property tax relief is not optional - it's essential to Maine's long-term stability.

Access to affordable, reliable healthcare is essential to the well-being of Maine families and communities.  No one should have to delay care, skip prescriptions, or live with uncertainty because of cost, access, or policy decisions made far away from home.

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I believe protecting healthcare means safeguarding coverage, strengthening rural and community-based providers, and ensuring mental health care is treated with the same urgency as physical health.  It also means supporting the healthcare workers who keep our system running and making sure care remains accessible across every corner of our state.

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Healthcare should be a source of security - not stress.  I will work to protect and strengthen Maine's healthcare system so people can focus on living healthy, stable lives.

Maine’s government must work for the people it serves—today, not decades ago. That means modernizing processes, embracing efficiency, and ensuring government actually works for the people it serves.

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Public service should not require personal financial sacrifice just to participate. If we want effective, representative leadership, we need to acknowledge that people must be able to serve while still earning a living and supporting their families. I am open to legislation that makes public service more accessible and sustainable.

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When elected, my goal is to dedicate my full energy to serving the people I represent—without being pulled away by financial instability. I believe every elected official should be able to approach the job with that same focus.
 

I believe in the constitutional right to bear arms and respect Maine’s long tradition of responsible gun ownership—whether for hunting, sport, or personal protection.

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At the same time, we cannot ignore the devastating impact of gun violence, especially when it affects children and families. Even in Maine, these moments ripple through close-knit communities and leave lasting scars.

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I believe we can respect individual rights and take thoughtful, practical steps to keep people safe. These values are not in conflict—they are part of our shared responsibility to one another.
 

Education is one of the most meaningful investments we can make in Maine’s future.

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In towns like South Berwick, schools are community anchors. They support families, bring people together, and shape whether young people feel they can build a future here or are forced to leave to find opportunity elsewhere.

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Our students deserve strong academics alongside real-world skills—critical thinking, communication, and adaptability. When education is underfunded or undervalued, small towns and rural communities feel it first.

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I want to ensure Maine’s children are prepared not just to succeed, but to stay, contribute, and thrive right here at home.
 

In Maine, climate change is not abstract—it’s visible.

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We see it in warming oceans that affect fisheries, in changing winters that impact roads and school schedules, and in storms that strain town budgets. Clean air, clean water, and healthy forests are essential to Maine’s economy and way of life.

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Environmental protection, climate resilience, and healthcare are deeply connected. When we protect our environment, we protect our people—and when we plan wisely, we reduce long-term costs for communities.
 

I am in the final year of my third term on the South Berwick Town Council, including three years as chair. Over nine years, I’ve learned how personal local government really is.

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Decisions about budgets, staffing, roads, schools, and public services affect neighbors you see every day. Local government teaches you to listen carefully, weigh trade-offs, and make hard decisions with care.

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That experience shapes how I lead. It’s why I approach governance with humility, patience, and deep respect for the people who keep our towns running.