Elected Experience
Elected Mayor of Spokane in 2019

Other Professional Experience
Had a 28 year long award-winning television career in Spokane

Education
Bachelor of Science Degree from University of Portland

Community Service
Currently serving on boards for the Downtown Spokane Partnership, Visit Spokane, Greater Spokane Incorporated, WSU Advisory Board, WorkSource Spokane and University District PDA. Served as honorary chair for Spokane County Alzheimer’s Association, Susan G Komen Race for the Cure, Go Red for Women/American Heart Association, Anna Ogden Hall, Teen Challenge, Inland Northwest Animal Rescue, Women Helping Women, March of Dimes, Red Cross Heroes, Children’s Miracle Network, Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital, and Coats 4 Kids.

Statement
As your Mayor, I champion public safety, housing, homelessness, economic development, and mental health advancements for Spokane. I am a convenor and collaborator who engages broad perspectives to bring balance and practicality to meet community expectations. I believe that local issues must be addressed through bringing stakeholders together and involving the community to find agreeable and realistic solutions. During my first term I brought the City Council together on outlawing drugs in public spaces and changing zoning ordinances creating more affordable housing. The State passed legislation similar to both, following Spokane’s lead.