Council District 1: Primary

“My professional background lies in the vein of advocacy. My full-time job is with the Kentuckians For The Commonwealth as lead organizer are 43 year old organization is a grassroots organization that deals with injustices across the state of Kentucky.”

“My highest priority is housing and public safety. For the past year, learning the position, and how government truly works the unhoused has been a priority and continues to be one. I am addressing it through Council by in four permanent structures, including a permanent shelter to aid and wrap around services to give dignity back to those who have lost their way due to what ever circumstances that has stem in a homeless situation. I have asked for $9 million to be set aside to assist in housing over 900 Fayette County school children who are living in homelessness. My attention is also toward seniors, and those who are suffering from mobility and mental illness.”

“Use every media social media outlet that I can use basic relationship building through tagging doors with information for those who may not have a computer or may not be computer savvy

Use the 15 minute cancel slot to advertise on Lex TV

Always include students who are next leaders to help spread the word. For years as a constituent in the past year advocating for time changes when our council meet, I’ll keep the boots on the ground.”

“I am a respected community leader, a committed healthcare professional, and a passionate voice for the underserved marginalized communities in Lexington. Humility, integrity, and grace were instilled within me from day one by my grandmother Mary Ann Henderson, the first African American to graduate from the University of Kentucky. These values have led me to my calling which is public service. I received my Bachelor’s in Sociology with a minor in Philosophy and my Masters in Public Administration. Throughout my journey I have co-founded a nonprofit: Resilience Charity, and I serve Lexington as a healthcare professional in the Operating Room. Likewise, I've served as an Intern in the 1st District Council Office under Councilman James Brown, and I was a full-time Legislative Aide serving the 1st District. Simply put, I am well rooted in the 1st District and ready to collaboratively address our challenges head-on by drawing from my knowledge, experience, upbringing, and solid values.”

“The highest priority issue facing our district is community safety. We must address our community safety challenges head-on. If elected I will make sure that the quality of life and safety of our constituents is put at the forefront, ensuring that there is access to accessible leadership, information, and resources, while addressing each challenge. I will advocate for community violence intervention; investing in outreach activities programs and year-round resources tailored to the youth. I will provide an amplified presence of mental health resources. I will leverage funds to provide the district with traffic-calming infrastructure aiming to create safer streets and roads. No challenge is too big.”

“I strongly believe constituents' voices and concerns should be the driving force for decision-making in local government. As Councilmembers, we must make sure constituents are informed about what's taking place and receive the opportunity to give input. If elected, I will be an accessible leader who is attentive, responsive, and willing to share information timely. I will ensure all 1st district constituent's concerns are heard and relayed through the correct city channels when needed. I will host regular update forums, use social media, provide newsletters, and communicate relevant issues timely to the 1st district constituents. Likewise, I will have multiple avenues of communication so that constituents can have access to my office.”