I have lived in Bethel since 1988, where I have built my home, raised my family, and dedicated my career to helping others. I have a long-standing commitment to the people and communities across our region.
I have a career helping people in Behavioral Health. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and bring over 30 years of experience developing and implementing programs that help people in need. I have worked for Bethel Community Services, YKHC, and now the Bethel Family Clinic. This work reflects my ongoing commitment to helping others.
I have experience as a public servant. I served on the Bethel City Council from 2009 to 2018 and was mayor for 4 of those years. I served on the Alaska Municipal League Board of Directors, and past President of the Alaska Conference of Mayors. I served on several city committees and commissions. As a public servant, I have always put the needs of the people I serve as the priority.
We have a huge geographic area in District S. Our district stretches from the Middle Kuskokwim to the Aleutian Islands. We are home to about 35,000 people in numerous communities and different geographic areas.
As a district, we face many challenges as well as opportunities. We need effective representation and leadership in Juneau to meet our challenges and opportunities. We need a state senator that will represent the interest of the people here. I believe I am that person.