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Adams Street, the Surplus Land Act, and How We Move Forward Together
Understanding the Surplus Land Act and St. Helena’s Path Forward
Nov 226 min read
Joint Statement from Councilmembers Aaron Barak and Billy Summers on the City’s Direction for Adams Street and the Surplus Land Act Process
Direction for Adams Street and the Surplus Land Act Process
Oct 294 min read
Charting Our Future: Committees, Consultants, and Budget Hurdles
I’d like to share my personal thoughts on the budget challenges our city faces and the role of our new finance committee.
Jan 315 min read
Why I Would Vote Against the Proposed City Manager Salary and Staff Increases
St. Helena’s budget deficit is not a temporary issue—it is a structural one, rooted in an ongoing imbalance between recurring revenues and e
Nov 9, 20244 min read
A New Era for St. Helena’s Elections: Transparency, Unity, and Hope for the Future
As this city council & mayoral races draw to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on what a unique election season it’s been.
Nov 3, 20243 min read
Tackling St. Helena's Middle-Class Affordability Crisis: Water & Wastewater Rate Stabilization
St. Helena’s shrinking middle class is at a tipping point. Year after year, the rising cost of living, compounded by surging water rates has forced many full-time residents to leave the town. Since 2019, our population has dropped by 8.25%, signaling a crisis we cannot ignore. As we look for solutions, we must start by addressing the increasing water rates, which disproportionately affect middle-income families and are driving people out of our community. The Water Rate Conu
Oct 13, 20246 min read
St. Helena's Water: Understanding Our Challenges & Opportunities
St. Helena’s Water: Navigating Challenges Today and Tomorrow
Water is the lifeline of any community, and in St. Helena, that lifeline is be
Sep 28, 20248 min read
A Strategic Opportunity for St. Helena: The Madrone Knoll and Meadowood Annexation
St. Helena stands at a pivotal moment. As a town known for its natural beauty, agricultural roots, and active tourism industry, we must...
Sep 19, 20248 min read
Keeping the Focus on St. Helena, Not Politics
From the start of my campaign for St. Helena City Council, I’ve made it a priority to focus on the real issues that directly affect our town
Sep 11, 20242 min read
Understanding St. Helena’s Proposed Transfer Tax: Weighing the Pros and Cons
This blog aims to break down the details of the proposed tax, how it could impact our community, and provide a balanced view of its possible
Sep 4, 20246 min read
S&P Ratings Signal Financial Challenges Ahead for St. Helena
Understanding S&P Ratings and Their Impact You have likely heard that St. Helena recently received a downgrade by the Standard & Poor global rating’s agency (S&P). In the same spirit that I discussed CalPERS in last week’s blog post, it's essential to understand how S&P Global Ratings work and why they matter so much for municipalities like St. Helena. S&P Global Ratings is one of the leading credit rating agencies in the world, providing evaluations of the creditworthiness
Aug 27, 20245 min read
The 15 million Pound Boulder on Our Shoulders: CalPERS liabilities
CalPERS--what is it, why do we care
Aug 19, 20243 min read
Candidate Statement
I am excited to announce my candidacy for city council, driven by a commitment to transparency, accountability, and a sustainable...
Aug 11, 20241 min read
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