I am committed to supporting our Agricultural community and businesses while ensuring sustainable practices are used to conserve and protect our precious natural resources in Palm Beach County – water and soil.

I am committed to supporting the current structure of the Palm Beach Soil & Water Conservation District. I believe it is important for the staff to continue to have the autonomy to conduct the business of the District and to continue educating our agriculture businesses on best management practices to conserve, improve and sustain the environment.  It is also important for the District Board of Supervisors to serve as an advisor, advocate, and governing body that provides budget oversight without placing limitations on staff.

I am committed to maintaining agriculture as a base of Palm Beach County’s economy as it is one of the largest economic engines of our county and of our state.  Agriculture in Palm Beach County, particularly in the Glades was responsible for the livelihood of my family for many years until my grandfather retired from the sugar cane industry.  Agriculture has and continues to support thousands of families in our county and must continue to be a driving force for the economy.

I am committed to being engaged and serving as a conduit of information to Palm Beach County residents and businesses on issues related to Lake Okeechobee, the Herbert Hoover Dike rehabilitation efforts, and the security, safety, and quality of our water supply.

I am committed to working with the SFWMD and the Army Corp of Engineers officials in advocating for local small/women/minority owned business as well as local workforce participation in the $1.6 Billion Lake Okeechobee Reservoir construction project (includes a 6,500 acre basin) that is currently underway.  This project can serve as a major economic boost in Palm Beach County, especially to the residents in the Glades.

I am committed to assisting with educating our business community and residents about issues that impact our ag businesses, agriculture workforce, environment, and our wetlands.  In addition, I am committed to be an ambassador for conservation education and environmental justice.  In the past, I have  worked with the Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge to raise funds for a new visitor center and create awareness about the Everglades; worked with the South Florida Water Management District to increase the number of SMWBE businesses doing business with the District; advocated with Glades Lives Matters; and served with West Palm Beach’s Mayor Keith James on his transition team as the Co-chair for the environment and sustainability committee. 

I am committed to bringing a fresh voice, new leadership, and the ability to communicate the importance of sustainability and conservation matters to all constituents in Palm Beach County.  In addition, I am committed to bringing the voice of minorities, women, and girls to STEM fields including agriculture and marine science.