Progress You Can See
MY RECORD OF SERVICE
As Beech Grove's Clerk-Treasurer, I've had the opportunity to put my experience in municipal finance, public administration, and community leadership to work for the city I call home. From strengthening financial transparency and modernizing city operations to advocating for responsible spending and investing in our community, my focus has always been on making local government more efficient, accountable, and accessible.
I'm proud of the progress we've made, and I believe residents deserve to know how their tax dollars are being managed and what their local government is accomplishing. Below, you'll find some of the initiatives I've led, improvements I've helped implement, and progress we've made together since I took office in January 2024.
Modernizing City Government
Technology, public records, accessibility, and customer service
A More User-Friendly City Website
Overhauled the City's website in 2024 to make it easier for residents to find information, access services, and stay informed about local government.
Modern Payment Technology
Leading the transition from Keystone Systems to BS&A software, with in-office debit and credit card payments starting summer 2027 for a more convenient experience at City Hall.
Organized City
Records
Transformed years of inconsistently stored documents into a clean, organized system, improving accessibility, efficiency, and long-term record keeping.
Greater Public Access Expanded access to City government through live-streaming of public meetings. clearer records, and better communication about budgets, public hearings, ordinances, and major decisions.
A More User-Friendly City Website
Overhauled the City's website in 2024 to make it easier for residents to find information, access services, and stay informed about local government.
Responsible Financial Leadership
Transparency, accountability, and fair compensation
Making Budgets
Understandable
Created plain-language budget information and visual breakdowns so residents can see where their tax dollars go, including salaries, financial reports. public records, and State data.
Identifying Wage Gaps
Conducted a detailed review of employee salaries and raises, identified wage disparities. and advocated for corrections to some of the City's lowest-paid positions.
Addressing a $1.7M Sewer Shortfall
Helped confront a projected $1.7 million sewer shortfall after years of resident rates not keeping pace. working to protect the utility's ability to respond to emergencies, maintain operations, and continue essential services.
More Transparency in Compensation
Gave residents and City Council members clearer information about base salaries, total compensation, raises. and differences between union and non-union employees.
Building Stronger Communities
Neighborhood events, local businesses, parks, and downtown vitality
Downtown Development Led the development of Beech Grove's DORA proposal to increase foot traffic, support Main Street businesses, and create a more walkable and active downtown.
Parks and Public Spaces
Supported investments in parks, trails, and public spaces, including the Hornet Greenway, park capital improvements, and long-term planning by assisting with the new Parks 5 Year Plan.
Community Events
Created Main Street (Taylor's Version) in 2024, continued Music on Main since 2023, organized Fourth Friday Art Walks and the Main Street Block Party, and helped promote the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse celebration.
Supporting Neighbors
Led the development of Beech Grove's DORA proposal to increase foot traffic, support Main Street businesses, and create a more walkable and active downtown.
LOOKING AHEAD
Experience That Moves
Our Neighborhoods Forward
My work in Beech Grove has shown me what local government can accomplish if it prioritizes transparency, fiscal responsibility, and community involvement. I'm ready to bring that experience to the City County Council and help build stronger, more connected community across District 19.