ISSUES & VISION FOR MIDWAY

As a longtime member of the Bluegrass Trust for Historic Preservation and through my own passion for housing and history, I am committed to preserving our history, our historical buildings, and valuable farmland. Once we change the landscape, we can't undo it. If we decide to grow, we have to do it in a responsible, appropriate way that fits within the character of our town. 

I love to take my dog, Louis, on a walk around town. While strides have been made to make Midway more walkable and bikeable, there are still areas that need help. We need to connect East Stephens to Campus Gate, Mill Road, and hopefully, the Homeplace. We need to see the cemetery more connected to the rest of town, so people can easily walk to it. It's time to promote walking, biking, and being surrounded by nature and the community. 

As a City Councilmember, I pledge to be one of the most transparent elected officials. On social media, I will ensure that our residents are aware of the public events that are relevant. As an elected official, it is important that our constituents have all of the information they need. Whether it's a message on social media, a text or call, or an email, I will be open to any questions, comments, or concerns. 

To me, Midway is the Best Small Town in America. We need to keep it that way. We are oftentimes connected, but I want to see the community come together to support each other. We need to support our small businesses, come to downtown events, and continue to be a connected community. 

While some of our roads aren't controlled by the City, I will push for our legislature and other elected officials to listen to our constituents. We shouldn't have to deal with their lack of action. In the meantime, we can continue to push for a police presence that will ticket anyone who is speeding excessively.  

As the son of two Small Business Owners and as a business owner myself, I know just how crucial these small businesses are to our community and economic well-being. We have to continue to support our small businesses, whether that be retail, restaurants, professional, or anything in between. Our community is the strongest when none of the buildings are empty and each business is happy.