Accomplishments

Led the fight to stop the LaFarge Planned Unit Development (PUD)
Organized community opposition and advocacy that resulted in the PUD being killed and successfully promoted an eco-park concept, preventing heavy industrial development on approximately 60% of the property, while advocating that any future development put on the site include a direct new traffic connection to Route 43 to reduce neighborhood impacts.

Advocated for the Crane property to become a public park
Pressed county leadership to prioritize conservation, open space, and recreation over intensive development.

Advocated for downzoning of county-owned Bengies–Walter Park
Supported zoning changes to stop potential development and preserve the site for public and community use.

Testified and advocated for a Charter change protecting the Urban–Rural Demarcation Line (URDL) — Bill 19-25
Advanced responsible planning policies that preserve open space, limit sprawl, and defend rural and waterfront communities.

Testified in favor of the Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance (APFO)
Supported policies that limit development in overcrowded school districts and require infrastructure to keep pace with growth.

Fought against the Days Cove landfill discharge permit
Opposed the permit and challenged the State’s handling of the site closure to protect waterways and surrounding communities.

Advocated for stronger environmental oversight and enforcement
Raised concerns about industrial permitting, environmental impacts, and public health protections affecting Middle River, Essex, and White Marsh communities.

Advocated for waterfront community funding tied to the Hart-Miller Island dredge project
Worked to ensure Middle River and Essex waterfront communities received mitigation, restoration, and infrastructure improvements as part of the dredging proposal.

Advocated for adequate funding and infrastructure for EMS and volunteer firehouses
Publicly raised concerns that growth, increased tax revenue, and new development must be matched with proper investment in EMS, fire stations, equipment, and response capabilities.  

Highlighted the public safety impacts of overdevelopment
Consistently warned that unchecked development strains emergency response times, road safety, and neighborhood protection.

Advocated for a Middle River Library
Publicly supported the need for a modern library facility to serve Middle River residents and families.

Advocated for full county funding of the Essex Library
Pressed county leadership to ensure proper funding and long-term support for library services in Essex.

Advocated for Middle River, Essex, and White Marsh to have their own County Council district
Supported keeping communities together and fair representation so local communities have a stronger, dedicated voice on the County Council.

Hands-on advocate for everyday community issues
Consistently helped residents and community leaders report, track, and follow through on:

• Potholes
• Water main breaks
• Road restriping
• Roadside tree trimming
• Drainage ditch repairs
• Dumping/litter cleanup 

Worked with Oliver Beach community leaders to rebuild the community hall after a fire
Assisted local leaders in restoring a critical neighborhood gathering space.

Regularly testified before the Baltimore County Council
Provided on-the-record testimony on zoning, development approvals, environmental permits, infrastructure funding, and community transparency.

Held county agencies accountable to public process and Council intent
Challenged actions that bypassed notice requirements, community input, or adopted planning rules.