Glens Falls must live within its means. That means putting the budget at the center of every decision and focusing on the core responsibilities of city government.

Our job is to maintain safe streets, deliver reliable public services, support public safety, and invest in infrastructure. We need to cut waste, avoid distractions, and make sure every dollar is spent wisely.

A city that sticks to its core mission earns the trust of its residents—and builds a stronger future.

Glens Falls must prepare for the reality of more frequent storms, heatwaves, and flooding. Climate hardening isn’t just about resilience — it’s a matter of smart, cost-effective planning.

By investing in proactive infrastructure upgrades, better tree maintenance, and regular storm drain clearing, we can reduce the long-term costs of emergency repairs and disaster response. Green infrastructure, energy efficiency, and public preparedness save money while protecting residents and property.

Preparing today prevents costly damage tomorrow. It’s responsible government—and it’s the fiscally smart thing to do.

Glens Falls must ensure that new growth serves everyone — not just the highest earners. That’s why any new apartment development should be required to include a share of affordable housing.

If a project brings more people to the city, it must also help meet the housing needs of the people who already live and work here. Teachers, nurses, restaurant workers, and young families deserve a fair shot at living in the city they support every day.

By mandating affordability in larger developments, we build a more inclusive, stable, and economically balanced Glens Falls. Growth should be fair — and that starts with housing.

Downtown Glens Falls is the heart of our city — and we can’t afford to let it be hollowed out by real estate speculators. Too many commercial buildings sit empty while owners wait for higher rents or tax advantages, leaving storefronts dark and upper floors unused.

The city must take a more active role in pressuring these owners to either activate their properties or step aside. That means exploring vacancy penalties, code enforcement, and incentive programs that reward actual investment — not inaction.

We can’t revitalize downtown if key properties are locked up and lifeless. A strong, vibrant city means holding developers accountable to the community they profit from.

Glens Falls must take a proactive, methodical approach to upgrading our sewer and sanitation systems. These are core public services — and delaying maintenance or expansion only makes future costs higher and emergencies more likely.

We need clear, long-term planning that aligns infrastructure investment with realistic financing. That means identifying aging systems before they fail, applying for state and federal grants, and building upgrades into the budget gradually — not reacting in crisis.

Responsible cities take care of the systems you don’t see, because when they break, everyone pays. We owe it to taxpayers to plan ahead and protect our public infrastructure with discipline and foresight.

As a member of the Glens Falls City Council, I believe our city’s economic strength relies on the success of our commercial and industrial businesses. These businesses drive job creation, innovation, and community stability.

To foster sustainable growth, the City must provide a supportive environment through efficient permitting, targeted infrastructure investments, and responsive services. Maintaining open communication with business leaders will help us address their needs and encourage expansion.

By prioritizing support for our commercial and industrial sectors, Glens Falls will build a resilient economy that benefits all residents and attracts long-term investment.

Glens Falls must serve the full range of people who call this city home—families, working professionals, young adults and students, retirees, small business owners, artisans, people with disabilities, service workers, and both new and long-time residents.

We must invest not only in infrastructure and public spaces, but also in the culture and character that make our walkable neighborhoods and downtown unique. Every part of the city should feel connected, welcoming, and well cared for.

When all our neighborhoods thrive, we strengthen the social fabric that supports economic growth, community pride, and long-term stability.

Our parks, trails, and recreation facilities are essential public assets that contribute to health, community pride, and quality of life in Glens Falls. From families and young people to seniors and visitors, everyone benefits from safe, accessible, and well-maintained public spaces.

We must invest in modernizing our parks, expanding recreational programming, and improving accessibility across all neighborhoods. That means repairing aging infrastructure, enhancing green space, supporting youth and adult recreation leagues, and ensuring that every resident—regardless of age or ability—has access to the outdoors.

A strong parks and recreation system is not just a luxury—it’s a core service that makes Glens Falls a more vibrant, connected, and livable city.

To ensure Glens Falls is prepared for the challenges and opportunities of the future, we must take a hard look at the structure guiding our local government. Our city charter needs a thoughtful tune-up—clearing out outdated language, improving clarity, and aligning our policies with modern best practices.

At the same time, we need a comprehensive plan that provides a clear, community-driven vision for how Glens Falls should grow and evolve. This plan should guide our Planning Department in making consistent, forward-thinking decisions about land use, housing, transportation, infrastructure, and economic development.

By modernizing the charter and adopting a strong comprehensive plan, we can make sure our local government is working efficiently, transparently, and with a shared long-term vision in mind.

As a member of the Glens Falls Common Council, I will support policies that grow city revenue not by raising taxes, but by expanding the property and sales tax base through smart development and reinvestment in our existing assets.

While the Council does not directly manage economic development, it plays a critical role in creating the conditions that attract investment and support business growth. That includes updating zoning laws to support mixed-use and infill development, streamlining approvals for redevelopment projects, and ensuring that infrastructure investments are targeted to areas with high potential for return.

We must also take a proactive approach to reusing vacant or underutilized properties, supporting new housing construction where appropriate, and encouraging small-scale development that contributes to walkability, vibrancy, and long-term fiscal health.

By focusing on policies that grow the tax base, we can increase revenue in a way that strengthens city services without placing additional burden on taxpayers.

Homelessness is a growing issue in Glens Falls, and we need a compassionate, coordinated response. I support a Housing First approach -getting people into safe, stable housing without preconditions -as well as street-based mental health care to meet people where they are.

As a city, we can’t tackle this alone. We need to work closely with Warren County and local nonprofits to expand outreach, increase access to supportive housing, and connect people with the services they need to get back on their feet.

I will advocate for practical, proven strategies that treat people with dignity and get results.

Glens Falls deserves a public safety approach that keeps our community safe while addressing the root causes of crime. I support giving police the tools they need - including social workers and mental health professionals - to respond effectively to challenges like addiction, homelessness, and behavioral health crises.

We also need rehabilitation programs that help prevent repeat offenses, along with accountability for juvenile offenders and their families. Public safety requires both support and consequences.

I believe New York’s current bail reform laws need to be revised to restore judicial discretion and keep dangerous offenders off the streets.

By investing in the right tools, support systems, and policies, we can build a more resilient Glens Falls - a city that’s not just reacting to crime, but preventing it, reducing it over time, and recovering quickly when it does happen. That’s how we create a community that’s safer, healthier, and more stable for everyone.

No neighborhood in Glens Falls should have to live next to a drug house or a property tied to constant crime. These buildings threaten public safety and quality of life - and I support a firm, hardline, legal approach to shutting them down.

As a Council Member, I’ll work with police, code enforcement, and the court to:

- Target repeat-offender properties with fines, court action, revocation of occupancy certificate or seizure if necessary.

- Hold landlords and absentee owners legally accountable for criminal activity on their property.

- Prioritize public safety and protect stable neighborhoods from long-term harm.

If you own property in Glens Falls, you are responsible for keeping it safe and legal - no exceptions.