The Road Ahead
East Providence is a strong community with many advantages. Like every city, however, we face long-term financial, infrastructure, and policy challenges that require thoughtful planning rather than short-term thinking.
🏗 Aging Infrastructure
Roads, sidewalks, public buildings, water infrastructure, and parks all require regular investment. Delaying maintenance often increases costs in the future.
🏫 School Funding
Education is one of the City's largest responsibilities. Balancing strong schools with long-term financial sustainability requires careful planning and open communication.
💲 Rising Costs
Inflation, healthcare, construction, insurance, and labor costs continue to put pressure on municipal budgets across Rhode Island.
🚓 Public Safety
Maintaining excellent police, fire, and emergency medical services requires continued investment in personnel, equipment, and facilities.
🏘 Housing & Development
The City must balance responsible growth, neighborhood character, housing affordability, and economic development.
🌊 Climate & Resiliency
Flooding, stormwater management, coastal resilience, and tree canopy improvements are becoming increasingly important for our community.
My Approach
Good decisions begin with good information. Rather than relying on assumptions or slogans, I believe residents deserve clear explanations of the facts, transparent decision-making, and thoughtful discussions about tradeoffs. My goal is to help make city government easier to understand so more people can participate in shaping our future.