Issues

  • Thoughtful planning requires relevant experience. As an architect with nearly 20 years in master planning, permitting, and construction, I understand how decisions today shape Milton for generations.

    My perspective:

    • Protect neighborhood character

    • Allow modest, appropriately scaled, walkable development

    • Balance preservation and progress

    • Make informed, practical decision

  • Planning works best when residents and stakeholders are engaged with one another and working together.

    I will:

    • Advocate for board members to act as a liaison to specific neighborhoods

    • Hold monthly public office hours

    • Create consistent, accessible communication

    Engagement shouldn’t be reactive — it should be proactive and ongoing.

  • Land use decisions shape everyday life — from traffic and walkability to taxes.

    We need:

    • Walkable access to local businesses across town

    • Thoughtful, appropriately scaled development

    • A stronger commercial tax base

    • Less pressure on residential taxpayers

    Good planning can support economic vitality while preserving neighborhood character.

    Why It Matters

    Planning choices also affect Milton’s long-term financial stability. When the Town relies too heavily on residential property taxes, budget pressure grows — impacting schools, public safety, and essential services.

    A stronger commercial base and thoughtful land use help:

    • Reduce pressure on homeowners

    • Provide more predictable revenue

    • Support strong schools

    • Sustain town services

    Good planning isn’t just about buildings — it keeps Milton financially strong.

  • Housing options should exist for every stage of life.

    Encourage housing diversity for:

    • First-time buyers

    • Growing families

    • Residents looking to downsize

    Key priorities:

    • Complete the Housing Production Plan

    • Reduce vulnerability to unwanted 40B projects

    • Remove unnecessary regulatory barriers

    • Create clear, predictable guidelines

    Planning should set expectations — not regulate personal taste.