In business, you don’t reach a positive outcome by dwelling on the negative—you reach it through total accountability. Sedona is at a crossroads, and getting back on track starts with a fundamental shift in how we handle your money.

My goal isn’t just to verify that the "math is right"—it’s to ensure the spending is right.

The Three-Question Mission

I believe every city project and department must answer to the taxpayers. We will evaluate every dollar spent by asking three simple questions:

1. Does it directly improve the lives of our residents?

2. Is it working?

3. Can it be better?

Discipline Over Debt

True transparency is more than a spreadsheet; it’s proof that your tax dollars are working as hard as you do. Sedona should not be acting as a speculative land developer, nor should we be subsidizing private projects with public funds.

I am drawing a line in the sand:

• No New Debt Without Consent: The City should not take on long-term debt for massive projects without the clear approval or vote of the residents.

• Residents First, Not Speculation: Public dollars should never be tied up in construction projects with escalating costs and unclear benefits.

• Tangible Benefits: If Sedona generates revenue from millions of visitors, you should see the return in better infrastructure and local amenities—not in a mounting debt load imposed without your voice.

My Promise to You

Financial decisions must be built on realistic assumptions, meaningful public input, and absolute accountability for cost overruns. I’m running to ensure that City Hall stops acting like a developer and starts acting like a servant to the people of Sedona.

Let’s stop the speculation and start the stewardship.