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Economic Viability Starts with Water
Astoria is incredibly lucky. We own our own watershed. That is rare. That is valuable. That…
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Update April 20 – May 6: Showing Up for Astoria
This past week was another reminder that running for mayor is not just about speeches, signs,…
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Yes, we have a housing crisis, but we shouldn’t overlook our successes
Astoria faces real challenges. We have limited affordable housing, and being surrounded by water we really…
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Breaking Free from Partisan Politics
I’ve announced that I’m running for Astoria mayor and even though it is a nonpartisan position,…
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Showing Up, Listening, and Doing the Work – 4/19 to 4/26
This week started with breakfast at Inferno Lounge on Pier 11 with an old Army buddy.…
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The Fact No One is Talking about the Doughboy Monument is turning 100 is the exact reason we need a Veterans’ Advisory Committee
In 1926, the people of Astoria and Uniontown did something remarkable. They did not wait for…
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A Week of Listening, Learning, and Getting Ready to Lead
A Week of Listening, Learning, and Getting Ready to Lead This week reminded me why I’m…
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Astoria’s Port & Waterfront
This week, I spent my time where local leaders should spend it: in the room, listening.…
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Bringing People Together Through Service
The other day, I met with a candidate for county commissioner at Pier 39 in Astoria.…
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Clatsop County Needs a Veteran Advisory Committee
We need a veteran advisory board. Here in Clatsop County, veterans make up 11% of the…


