Bring the city, schools, and communities together to ensure a safe and stellar environment for students and teachers. Increase minority male teacher representation. Work to bridge the COVID learning gap. Address the needs of mental health. Expand student mentorship programs.

Increase investment and expand programs and incentives for our small business community. Help minority entrepreneurs grow and scale their businesses. Help small and minority businesses secure government contracts. Support workforce development for our small businesses.

Focus on infill housing. Create new pathways to home ownership through non-traditional housing options. Targeted programs to help seniors stay in their homes. Increase housing rehabilitation assistance. Support rapid re-housing for homeless.

Rebuild and reconnect forgotten neighborhoods decimated by urban renewal, with bold, innovative solutions that equitably address those directly impacted. Implement zoning reform that dismantles discriminatory barriers. Watch "Beyond the Innerbelt" HERE. 

Invest in self-sustaining housing infrastructure. Develop a citywide plan of use for end-of-life tires, reducing waste, and providing renewable material resources. Preserve and repurpose historic buildings. Create a new city Sustainability Department.

Lead Akron's Renaissance, making it a world class destination for all. Unleash the spirit, innovation, creativity, and ingenuity of Akron and create fresh new opportunities to attract, retain, and call our talent abroad back home to the city we love.