Prince George’s County Council District 2

A: I will bring practical solutions to the issues that have existed my entire life in the County, starting with bringing down your property taxes and improving County services. For our seniors, I will reinstate the Elderly Property Tax Credit, and expand eligibility by changing age and financial qualifications so more seniors get the relief they need. I will also support expanded access to senior programs, transportation services, and accessibility. Recycled politicians have held back the County for years and never solve the real problems facing our neighborhoods. I am ready to be the community’s voice and make sure politics doesn’t inhibit progress any more.

A: Cuts to education are a non-starter. Prince George’s County depends largely on state and federal dollars to fund our public schools, and as your Council member I will push to increase the County funded portion for our public schools and commit to executing the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future. I also support increased funding for the Capital Improvement Plan budget to support the Educational Facilities Master Plan to improve crumbling infrastructure in our schools, and making sure the County provides the necessary resources for special education, language immersion, and IB programs.

A: I will work closely with our school board member to make sure the annual operating and school construction budget reflects the needs of our schools and students. Every dollar budgeted should directly impact learning outcomes and student experiences, and the Council is responsible for the oversight of the budget to ensure the resources provided are being allocated accordingly. The Council also must invest in safe environments for students to thrive in, which means partnering for safe streets and sidewalks, as well as funding for youth programming opportunities, including exposure to the arts, professional development and apprenticeships, STEM and other academic tracks.

A: Prince George’s County needs to be a place that small and mid-sized businesses can succeed, and that starts at the Department of Permitting, Inspections, and Enforcement. The County needs to reduce the burden and cost of doing business in the County to encourage new businesses and industries to come here, which will provide new employment opportunities. It shouldn’t take prospective business owners and entrepreneurs so long to get started and cost so much to do business in the County. I will also push for local hiring and purchasing requirements in any and all projects that are County funded.

A: I support this approach, and it should have happened sooner. The safety of Prince Georgians and our neighbors is always the #1 priority, and in District 2 we feel the impact of ICE acutely, given the size of the immigrant community here. The County needs to follow this action by consistently engaging by the immigrant community, creating safe spaces for participation, and educating everyone on their rights and on what to do in an encounter with ICE and/or other federal law enforcement. Additionally, fund and partner with organizations on the front lines, such as grassroots immigrant rights organizations, Mutual Aid networks, churches, and critical nonprofits, and expand access to pro-bono and affordable legal services for immigrant residents facing federal threats.

A: Data centers are not the answer to the County’s problems. I oppose data centers as they increase your energy bill, hurt your health, and harm the environment. Prince Georgians have already said no to data centers, and the community impact and input is my top priority and consideration on this issue.

A: No.

A: Addressing the issue of affordable housing requires intentionality and thoughtful development on multiple fronts. I would increase our investment in the Housing Investment Trust Fund, push to begin construction on the more than 48,000 approved housing units waiting to be constructed, and would support rental control policies, access to subsidized housing options, and make sure zoning changes give way to walkable communities with grocery and entertainment options.

A: My top priority is improving county services and lowering costs for seniors, working families, and youth. I will fight to reinstate and fully fund senior tax credits, protect long-term residents, and keep rent and property taxes affordable so people can age in place with dignity. I will also work to cap electric and gas prices, attract development that creates good-paying jobs, and invest in affordable housing. For youth, I will champion early-childhood initiatives, strengthen after-school programs, and expand career pathways from STEM to skilled trades.

A: Funding matters, but so does how we invest it. I would commit to funding and prioritizing early childhood education; teacher recruitment and retention; supports for special need students; multilingual learners; student mental health services; and school maintenance and new school construction.

Strong public school funding is essential to Prince George’s County’s success. Investing in our schools supports public safety, strengthens the workforce, and drives economic development that grows the commercial tax base.

A: The county should partner with the public school system and set clear, fundable metrics, such as third-grade reading and math proficiency; growth for multilingual learners, low-income students, and students in special education; graduation rates; college and career readiness; and truancy. Tracking these measures with the school system is critical to ensuring it meets its goals and receives the resources it needs.

A: The county can support laid off residents by creating partnerships with local employers, unions, workforce organizations, and nonprofits to build rapid hiring pipelines; funding short-term certification programs tied to employer demand; and providing temporary financial relief for housing, food, and childcare.

A: .I support the County Council’s legislation limiting ICE activity in public places. The county should also do outreach so residents understand the law and how it affects their interactions with local law enforcement.

A: The Task Force recommendations should be translated into a binding county policy that sets clear rules for where data centers may locate, what each project must deliver, and how proposals are scored through a transparent review process that weighs fiscal benefits against infrastructure and community impacts. Energy, environmental, and community considerations should carry the same weight as developers’ interests.

A: Proponents argue that data centers can bring large capital investment and a stable property tax base for jurisdiction looking to grow it’s commercial tax base. However, the benefits are often front-loaded and data centers create few long-term jobs and place heavy demands on energy and other infrastructure. Data centers can play a role, but they are not essential to the county’s economic development.

A: We can’t solve housing affordability without building more homes, and zoning is essential to making that possible. But zoning changes must be paired with affordability requirements, public investment, and strong tenant protections. The goal isn’t just more housing, it’s more housing at a range of price points in places where people can thrive, near jobs, transit, and strong schools. I would support tools such as inclusionary zoning, density bonuses, and preserving existing affordable housing.