Accountability Through E-News on 6
I write my newsletter so constituents will know what I’m doing and why. How can the people I represent hold me accountable if they don’t know what I’m doing? People don’t always agree with my votes or positions, but they tell me they appreciate me sharing the “why.” If you aren’t getting my free monthly […]
Happy Presidents’ Day
🇺🇸 Happy Presidents’ Day, Middleton! 🇺🇸 Today we honor the leaders who have shaped our nation and the principles that guide it — democracy, accountability, and service. Presidents’ Day is a reminder that leadership is about responsibility, integrity, and working for the people. Those same values matter just as much in Middleton. Strong local government […]
Endorsement from Mike Partsch
Here’s another endorsement for my mayoral campaign! I met Mike Partsch while we were both out walking dogs in our neighborhood. He knew me from my newsletter. Over the years, “E-News on 6” helped Mike learn about me and all the time and energy I put into being an alder. He knows I’ll bring this […]
America Walks Walking College Application Deadline
Hey, Middleton supporters of Complete Streets! America Walks has extended the deadline for applications for “Walking College” this spring. The new deadline is February 23. If you want to burnish your credentials for being a “community champion” for “walkable, vibrant, safe places,” now’s your chance! #CompleteStreets #PedestrianSafety #BikeSafety #MiddletonWI with a Facebook Post: https://www.facebook.com/americawalks/posts/pfbid02p2hcy5nebhMKaCdRLij9a92N2ThcQqm9hSufu8pd74cUTXbhLpCCwpJZao1i8k76l
Housing Action Plan Open Houses
Residents should help guide where we’re headed. A strong vision for our future means listening to you, inviting real input, and making sure decisions reflect the values and priorities of our community. Growth, housing, sustainability, public safety, fiscal responsibility — these aren’t abstract ideas. They affect your neighborhood, your family, and your daily life. That’s […]
Happy Valentine’s Day
Happy Valentine’s Day, Middleton! 💙🤍❤️ Today is about love–and not just the romantic kind! It’s also about love of community, democracy, and the country we share. I’m proud of Middleton’s welcoming spirit, our diversity, and our belief that everyone’s voice deserves to be heard. Our differences make us stronger and our civic engagement makes us […]
Volunteering at WayForward Resources
Feeling very appreciated! Thank you, WayForward Resources! Volunteering at the pantry is such a rewarding experience. It’s work, but I love it. I guess that makes it a labor of love! 🧡🤍💙 #loveyourneighbor with a Facebook Post: https://www.facebook.com/WayForwardResources/posts/pfbid0V45my47Dm7XkBtZGq9PSeqZP5MwVF5Th12VrM5r7B2TK5cNKo7JJsrV9ihRBLbUrl
Endorsement from Juelaine Druckrey and Doug Hinahara
Today’s endorsement comes from Juelaine Druckrey and Doug Hinahara, District 6 residents who know me as their alderperson. Thank you, Juelaine and Doug! The best part about being an alder is getting to meet all the amazing people who make Middleton the Good Neighbor City. If you’re a Middleton resident and you’d like to join […]
Protecting Middleton Through Data Center Zoning
Data centers have been in the news a lot lately. I asked Middleton’s Planning Staff whether Middleton’s Zoning Code provides adequate protections in the event someone proposes building a massive data center here. On Tuesday, the staff recommended that the Plan Commission create a new data center zoning “district” but keep the district unmapped. That […]
Lifting One Another Up
This statement really hits home: “Our strength as a community is measured not by how we break people down, but by how we lift one another up.” #neighborshelpingneighbors with a Facebook Post: https://www.facebook.com/WayForwardResources/posts/pfbid05j5Wxy4GMTemSSqwhHrPfnZXtZRmukvM3bJjm3at9nWqTEeyDDcvS7J7Ah5g7zEUl