services, healthcare, and responsible commercial development.
30. What is your position on multi-family housing in Farmers Branch? Multi-family housing should be carefully planned and aligned with infrastructure capacity, quality standards, and neighborhood compatibility. It should support workforce needs without negatively impacting existing communities.
31. What infrastructure priorities should the city focus on in the next five years? Key priorities include water and sewer upgrades, street improvements, drainage, and technology investments that improve efficiency and long-term sustainability.
32. How do you describe your leadership style? My leadership style is collaborative, data-driven, and focused on practical solutions. I prioritize listening, evaluating information carefully, and making decisions that serve the long-term interests of the community.
33. How would/do you handle disagreement with fellow council members? I approach disagreement respectfully by focusing on facts, listening to different perspectives, and working toward solutions that best serve the community rather than personal positions.
34. Describe a time when you changed your mind after hearing opposing viewpoints.
Strong leadership requires being willing to reconsider decisions when presented with new information or community input.
35. What is one recent City Council decision you disagree with, and why? While I respect the perspectives of my colleagues, I had concerns with how the garage conversion ordinance was communicated and implemented. The original ordinance dates back to the 1990s, and the timeline and requirements, including compliance deadlines, were not clearly conveyed when enforcement was emphasized. Many residents believed it was a new program when it was not.
Implementing enforcement during a transition in technology systems also created challenges with record accuracy, making it difficult to identify which properties had existing permits. A grandfathering approach would have been more appropriate.
As a result, the policy has the potential to be punitive for homebuyers who were unaware of the ordinance or permitting process. Clear communication, accurate records, and fair implementation are essential.
I also had concerns with the RV, camper, boat, trailer, and oversized work vehicle
regulations. Recreational vehicles should be clearly distinguished from oversized work vehicles, and the policy would benefit from greater clarity to ensure consistent and fair application.
