I grew up right here, I raised my family here and this area has a distinct sense of community while also having immense potential for growth. I am running to ensure we find that balance—embracing new opportunities while keeping our tight-knit spirit alive. Together, we can build a thriving future that still feels like the home we love.
Growth: Herndon has too much potential to leave prime locations sitting empty. We must bring accountability to long-vacant properties to grow our tax base, lower the financial burden on homeowners, and strengthen the entire community. Clear Guidelines: With the expansion of the Metro corridor and emerging regional industries, Herndon is welcoming thousands of new residents who want to live, work, and invest here. To attract top-tier investment, we must eliminate the municipal guessing game. I will advocate for creating clear, upfront development guidelines and transparent zoning toolkits that align with the Herndon 2050 Comprehensive Plan. Hold Stagnant Property Owners Accountable: We can use "carrots" like expedited permitting and local real estate tax abatements for those who renovate or sell. But we need to use mor "sticks"—like a Vacant Property Registry and derelict building tax classifications—for owners who let properties rot or allow junk cars to sit unmoved for years. An empty lot does not help the town. Resolve the Comstock Problem: We must prioritize getting the Downtown development project back on track. It is the financial and structural lynchpin to bringing in the infrastructure, foot traffic, and commercial tax revenue our town needs. Activate Dormant Properties: Once litigation is settled, we should turn empty spaces like the old Subaru dealership into temporary parks, community spaces, or pop-up hubs for local vendors. Lets not wait 10 more years to use that space. Metro Area Growth: The arrival of the new Metro area is a massive economic catalyst for Herndon. We need clear, predictable guidelines for affordable housing and greenspace so developers understand what they are getting into from day one. Environmental stewardship, affordable / workforce housing and economic growth must go hand-in-hand.
Efficiency: Town Hall should support residents and small businesses by modernizing processes, reducing unnecessary delays, and increasing accountability. If a homeowner wants to improve their property or a small business wants to upgrade a storefront, they shouldn't have to wait months. Fast-Track Routine Approvals: Simplify approvals between the many overlay boards (Zoning, Building Code, Architectural Review Board and Historic District Review Board hearings) Allow staff to administratively approve more routine improvements like paint, windows, awnings, signs, and outdoor dining. Development Transparency Dashboard: I will push to publish monthly town metrics online—including average time to first review, sign permit review times, and pending applications. In government as in business, we cannot improve what we do not track, measure, and report consistently. Cut Bureaucracy for Residents: Efficiency isn't just for businesses. Let's eliminate outdated administrative hoops—like requiring residents to bring a physical paper water bill to prove residency just to get a local discount at the Herndon Centennial Golf Course. Alleviate Traffic and Congestion: Smart growth requires smart traffic relief. I will advocate for high-tech, adaptive traffic signal coordination systems to automatically synchronize downtown lights, and look to create dedicated bus pull-offs on Elden Street so stopped buses don't back up traffic.
Community: I will always support the beloved events and traditions—like Friday Night Live and the 4th of July celebrations—that make Herndon special. At the same time, we must expand outdoor dining, improve traffic flow, and ensure our streets remain safe and welcoming. Support for Community Events: Our community events help define Herndon. I will be a strong advocate for those already in place as well as advocating for new opportunities by actively utilizing activated vacant lots, temporary community spaces, or town squares to host local and small business pop-up markets, local food trucks, and vendor fairs. Prioritize Homeownership: As Herndon grows, we'll need more apartments, affordable housing and workforce housing. But we should also prioritize homes, townhomes, and condos that people can own. Homeownership helps families build wealth, strengthens neighborhoods, and gives more residents a lasting stake in our community. Link the Metro with Downtown: The Metro will bring added visitors (and growth) to Herndon. We need to bridge the Metro to our historic downtown with weekend trolley service, clear wayfinding signage, ADA-compliant sidewalks, historic markers, attractive art, and landscaping that draws cyclists and walkers directly into our business district. Prioritize Public Safety & Town Assets: As regional challenges grow, we must ensure our local police department has the resources they need so families and shoppers always feel entirely safe downtown.
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