Mansfield needs Smart and Sustainable growth.
Mansfield needs to be Fiscally Responsible and limit waste.
Mansfield needs equitable growth.
- Not all projects are created equally. They must stand on their own merit for what they will contribute to the local economy, needs of the people and the environment. We need quality mixed use developments that are thoughtfully planned, financed and sustainable. These projects should have a lifestyle feel to them. Be welcoming of retired, single or family communities that provide meaningful activities for our citizens that include walk-ability access to shopping, dining, work opportunities and our park system. We need to be building a Smarter City.
- Mansfield needs to attract the right developers with good portfolios, employers, and retail that will accommodate a sustainable community, bring good jobs and provide for future generations that will come here! This means providing incentives and being creative in what we can provide. We need to keep our data base updated with approved landuse to know where our opportunities are. Best use for our landuse and good ordinances. Limit variances. Mansfield can be choosier about what is developed here and not just take what comes.
Mansfield needs to be Fiscally Responsible and limit waste.
- While City Council's role is to make key decisions for the community’s standard of living… this must include what local residents need and want, what they are willing and able to pay for, and what services they can expect to receive for their tax dollars. We do not always need that next new "shiny gem. Public/Private partnership projects can be costly and most often are not essential to public safety and welfare of the people. These items should be brought before the voters to decide if they wish to spend their tax dollars on these type projects.
- Our tax rate has been set at .71% (25% of the overall tax bill) for nearly a decade despite increases in property values and substantially increased sales tax revenues. Of the functions performed by City Council, budgeting is the most important to maintain a fiscally responsible vision of growth and prosperity for our community. We must make good decisions to ensure our future is bright and on course. I absolutely believe Mansfield can find the right balance without compromising citizens' safety, quality of life, staff needs and infrastructure.
Mansfield needs equitable growth.
- We have good healthy demographics. Our schools are great, our homes have good value and people that live here want to shop and spend their money here. Mansfield is experiencing a lot of growth on the east side. Yet, there are areas on the West side that cannot even get a 7-eleven for gas needs or quick food items. City governance must find ways to aid other growing areas of Mansfield for needed infrastructure to support growth and opportunity to meet the needs and wants of the citizens .
- We also have other great opportunities. I see great potential in the Health and Medical Industry. We have opportunity to grow in this area and become a medical destination that will also bring good paying jobs. Historic Downtown Mansfield brings much value in both revenue and culture to our community and Texas. City governance needs to support our history by continuing to promote, enhance and maintain the spirit of our past!
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As your councilwoman, I will work for:
Smart Growth and Equitable Development
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Mansfield is rapidly growing. Right now, we have challenges with traffic, infrastructure needs, housing needs, tax payer relief and transparency.
We are also challenged to make good decisions on where and how to allocate our City’s resources without waste and compromising the publics welfare and safety. The good news is these challenges don’t define Mansfield but will serve to bring us together to find the solutions to navigate our future! Folks—that is what I am all about and have been for many years advocating for citizens, budgeting and better development. Ask yourself--Does Mansfield want a follower or Does Mansfield need a leader… that’s the choice you will make. As your councilwoman, I will listen and work hard to ensure Mansfield government works to create a good future for our residents, businesses and environment! |
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Come with Me into the Future of Mansfield! 
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