Progress like this doesn’t happen by accident. It takes a committed team, thoughtful collaboration, and a shared vision for what Pasco can become. These accomplishments reflect not just my work, but the dedication of the entire City Council, our city staff, community partners, and the residents who continue to engage, speak up, and help shape the future. I know I can be brash at times, but that’s because I love this city—and I want Pasco to be a model for how public policy can truly improve the quality of life for every resident. When we work together, Pasco moves forward.

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Leadership Milestones

• 🏛️🏅 Perfect Attendance: One of only two councilmembers in the entire Tri-Cities region who didn’t miss a single City Council meeting—not even remotely. 

• 📚🎓 Leadership Certifications: Earned both the Certificate of Municipal Leadership and the Advanced Certificate of Municipal Leadership from the Association of Washington Cities.

🏛️ Legislative & Policy Initiatives

• Fentanyl Crisis Response: Sponsored and passed a resolution urging state legislators to increase funding for fentanyl addiction treatment.

• Emergency Declaration on Fentanyl: Led the city in declaring a state of emergency and submitting a formal request for state intervention.

• Street Vendor Ordinance Reform: Modernized city codes to allow more flexibility for vendors, enabling The HUB food truck plaza to locate in Pasco.

• Water Rights Reform:

 • Removed the burdensome 10-year surcharge.

 • Established biennial fee reviews to reflect market rates.

 • Introduced new conservation initiatives.

• No Sit/No Lie Ordinance: Adopted on June 17, 2024, to address public safety and sidewalk use concerns.

• Corner Lot Fence Ordinance: Amended Title 25 to provide greater flexibility for corner lot fencing.

• Digital Readerboard Ordinance: Enabled digital signage to promote business and economic development (Oct. 7, 2024).

• Zoning Code Reform: Removed the C-2 restriction, allowing drive-thrus in more commercial areas.

• Franklin County Communications Tax: Sponsored a resolution supporting funding for emergency dispatch services.

• Salvation Army HQ Support: Passed a resolution supporting a new Salvation Army headquarters in Pasco.

• Rental Inspection Program Repeal: Eliminated the inspection mandate to ease regulatory burdens on housing providers.

• LEOFF I Medicare Reimbursement: Passed Ordinance 4459 authorizing reimbursement of Medicare Part B premiums for retired officers.

• Red Light Camera Program: Approved a 5-year agreement with Verra Mobility for traffic safety enforcement.

•Adoption of Council Rules of Procedure: Passed updated rules to promote transparency, accountability, and consistency in how the City Council operates and conducts business.

• Public Comment at Workshops: Amended council procedures to allow public comment during workshop meetings, expanding opportunities for resident engagement in policy discussions.

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🏗️ Infrastructure & Capital Projects

Completed Capital Projects:

• Lewis Street Overpass: Completed major reconnection project enhancing downtown mobility.

• Gesa Stadium Upgrades: Funded clubhouse and locker room renovations to meet league standards.

• Memorial Pool Expansion: Purchased and approved installation of a dome for year-round use.

• Highland Park Upgrades: Installed new football goalposts and modern restroom facilities.

• MLK Center Renovation: Secured $5.5 million—including $927,000 in state funding—for major upgrades. Phase 1 construction is underway.

• A-Street Sports Complex: Allocated $1.6 million and installed lighting for nighttime games.

• Broadmoor Infrastructure Agreement: Finalized PFD partnership for infrastructure investment in the Broadmoor District.

• Pasco Specialty Kitchen Expansion: Purchased adjacent property and installed a parklet to expand food entrepreneurship.

• Graffiti Abatement Facility: Acquired downtown property to support ongoing abatement by Pasco PD.

• Court Street & Road 68 Intersection Improvements: Funded redesign to improve traffic flow and safety.

• West Pasco Roundabout (Road 68 & Court Street): Completed multilane roundabout to improve intersection safety and flow.

• West Court Street Roundabout: Completed project improving traffic circulation and safety in West Pasco.

• Sylvester Street Safety Improvements: Delivered major pedestrian, stormwater, and roadway safety upgrades.

• Animal Shelter Replacement: Approved construction of a new Tri-Cities animal shelter.

• Columbia River Intake Expansion: Increased capacity to support long-term regional water access.

• Zone 3 Reservoir Storage Tank: Funded construction to serve West Pasco’s growing water demand.

• West Pasco Water Treatment Plant (Phase 1): Completed capacity-enhancing upgrades to meet demand.

• Wastewater Treatment Plant (Phases 1 & 2B): Delivered critical system reliability and treatment improvements.

• Pasco Resource Recovery Center: Opened the world’s largest algae-based wastewater treatment facility at the Process Water Reuse Facility. Developed in partnership with Burnham RNG and Gross-Wen Technologies, the facility will reuse 1.6 billion gallons of process water annually.

• Road 100 Interchange Project: Completed project enhancing freeway access and regional connectivity in northwest Pasco.

Under Construction:

• Broadmoor/Burns Road Intersection Improvements

• Sandifur Parkway & Road 108 Extension Project

• Sandifur Parkway & Broadmoor Boulevard Intersection Improvements

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🚒 Fire Department Enhancements

• Station 85 Opened: Expanded city coverage and emergency response capabilities.

• Fleet Modernization: Added 1 brush truck, 3 medic units, 3 structure engines, and an additional medic unit.

• Personnel Growth: Hired/promoted 2 deputy chiefs, 1 medical officer, 1 training officer, and 2 assistant staff.

• Defibrillator Deployment: Finalized purchase and implementation of new life-saving equipment.

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🚓 Police Department Enhancements

• District Policing Model: Implemented geographic patrol zones to improve local response.

• Evidence-Based Policing: Leveraged analytics for crime prevention and deployment strategies.

• BLEA Pasco Academy: Co-established the state’s first regional training academy for officers.

• Professional Standards Division: Improved transparency, internal accountability, and recruitment.

• Middle Management Rank: Created new promotional opportunities and supervision structure.

• Spanish-Language Citizen Academy: Redesigned for inclusivity and modern policing standards.

• Real-Time Feedback Tools: Launched survey platform for residents to rate police interaction.

• Tech & Training Innovation: Gained national recognition for drones, forensic systems, and Axon My90.

• Code Enforcement Expansion: Addressed RVs, nuisance vehicles, and urban safety issues.

• Nextdoor Platform Launch: Enabled Pasco PD to engage residents through the neighborhood app.

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🌇 Community, Economic Development & Downtown Pasco

• Downtown Master Plan Implementation: Advanced redevelopment vision and business revitalization.

• CDBG Support for Local Businesses: Secured $370,000 for businesses affected by construction impacts.

• Downtown Lighting Improvements: Secured $131,000+ in federal funding for pedestrian and public safety enhancements.

• Small Business Relief Program: Delivered grants and aid during recovery periods.

• Dissolution of DPDA: Eliminated the Downtown Pasco Development Authority to consolidate oversight.

• Broadmoor Master Planning: Guided infrastructure and growth for Pasco’s largest emerging district.

• Residential Design & Housing Diversity: Enabled ADUs and supported missing middle housing options.

• Paint Pasco Mural Reimbursement Program: Launched to support local artists and business beautification. Offers financial assistance to businesses commissioning murals—promoting culture, pride, and visual identity.

• Public Art & Murals: Increased mural installations and artistic expression citywide.

• Parklet Installations: Enabled new outdoor seating and community space for businesses.

• Billboard & Overlay Zone Updates: Modernized signage rules and growth area overlays.

• Street Connectivity & Impact Fee Deferral: Removed development roadblocks through fee deferrals and better mobility planning.

• Mobile Vending Code Rewrite: Reformed rules to improve access, safety, and equity for vendors.

• Drive-Thru Access Reform: Lifted outdated restrictions to support modern business development.

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🌳 Parks & Recreation

• Road 80 Neighborhood Park: Secured $515,000 in state capital funding to bring new green space to West Pasco.

• A-Street Soccer Complex Construction

• Highland Park – New Bathrooms

• Softball Complex Renovations

• Sounders Futsal Courts

• New Columbarium and Pet Memorial Area at City Cemetery

• Kurtzman Park – Restroom Upgrades

• T-CYSA Complex Transition

• New Lighting at the Sports Complex

• Facility Improvements: Schlagel Park, HR offices, Police Training Center, and Pasco Specialty Kitchen upgrades

• Grants & Sponsorships: Secured $1.175 million in grants and $100,000 in sponsorships

• ~200 Annual Events: City-sponsored or supported events serving all ages and neighborhoods

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👧🏽👦🏻 Youth & Human Services

• Boys & Girls Club Expansion: Secured $1.425 million in state capital funding to expand youth programming, services, and facility space in Pasco.

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🛣️ Transportation & Safety

• Court Street Safety Upgrades:

 • Reduced speed limits to 25–30 mph.

 • Installed buffered bike lanes, radar signs, and enhanced crosswalks.

 • Launched trial period for passive traffic calming (signage, lane design).

 • Road diet under future consideration.

• 4-Way Stop Installations: Sandifur & Wrigley/Convention.

• Downtown Drive-Thru & Circulation Reform: Lifted restrictions to allow safer, more efficient traffic flow.

• Citywide Speed Policy Adoption: Standardized framework for speed limit decisions based on street type and safety data.

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🚛 Overnight Truck Parking Ordinance

• New Ordinance Passed: Permits overnight truck parking in C-3 and Industrial (I) zones with clear standards:

 • Minimum 250-foot buffer from residential zones, schools, and parks

 • 15-acre max lot size

 • Security: fencing, gates, lighting, surveillance

 • Required amenities: restrooms, water fountains; optional: pet relief, showers, vending

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🛠️ Development Process Reforms

• SEPA Reform of Thresholds: Reviewing and adjusting the thresholds for SEPA evaluations.

• Early Knowledge of SEPA Mitigation: Implementing changes to provide earlier awareness of SEPA mitigation measures in the development process.

• TIF Fee Structure Adjustments: Revising the TIF (Transportation Impact Fee) structure for better alignment with current needs.

• Development Review Fees: Updating development review fees to reflect the actual costs and inflation.

• Technology Changes for Developers: Implementing technological improvements to streamline how developers submit their plans.

• Irrigation Connection Fees: Evaluating and updating irrigation connection fees and rates to better maintain our aging irrigation infrastructure.

• Transportation Impact Analysis (TIA) Reform: Reviewing the process and determining when a TIA is required for specific projects.

• Hiring More Staff: Advocating for more city staff, including the need for a traffic engineer, to support development projects.

• Code Clean-up: Working on cleaning up the city codes to ensure they are effective and aligned with current needs.

•Everyday Permit Simplification From driveways to fences, to sheds and more, We’ve cut the red tape you used to endure. No more hoops for simple home fixes—Pasco’s making it easy, with fewer permit glitches!