Prince George’s County Council District 1

A: My primary focus will be on making county government work better for residents by advancing transparency, strengthening services, and investing in the foundations that improve daily life. That means addressing the root causes of challenges in housing, education, public safety, and economic opportunity.

I will work to ensure residents can access county services easily and that decisions are made openly and accountably. At the same time, I will prioritize investments in affordable housing, strong public schools, workforce pathways to good union jobs, and community-based public safety solutions. My goal is to deliver practical, results-driven leadership that improves quality of life and ensures Prince George’s County remains a place where working families can live, thrive, and build a future.

A: The County must fully meet its required funding commitments to our public schools and treat education as a top priority. Strong schools are the foundation of long-term economic stability and community well-being, and underinvestment has real consequences for students and families.

At the same time, balancing competing needs requires a more transparent and disciplined approach to budgeting. We should focus on responsible growth of our commercial tax base, stronger oversight of spending, and ensuring resources are directed to the highest-impact investments. By improving transparency, prioritizing equity, and making smarter budget decisions, we can meet our obligations to education while continuing to invest in housing, public safety, and other essential services that support working families.

A: Prince George’s County must continue to invest in our schools while ensuring those investments lead to meaningful results for students. Funding is essential, but it should be paired with clear goals, transparency, and a shared focus on outcomes.

As a Council Member, I will support clear benchmarks, regular public updates, and a strong connection between funding decisions and progress in areas like literacy, graduation rates, and college and career readiness. It is important that resources are reaching classrooms and supporting students and educators in meaningful ways. This work should be collaborative and focused on continuous improvement. I will partner with the school system to build on what is working, expand successful efforts, and address gaps, especially in schools that have been historically under-resourced. My goal is to ensure our educators, families, and schools have the support they need while staying focused on student success, equity, and long-term progress.

A: Prince George’s County must take a proactive approach to diversifying our economy so residents are not overly reliant on federal employment. That means investing in sectors like clean energy, healthcare, technology, and cybersecurity, while strengthening support for small businesses and entrepreneurship. At the same time, we should expand workforce development and retraining programs to help residents transition into new careers when federal layoffs or budget cuts occur. Economic development should focus on creating stable, well-paying jobs that allow residents to stay and thrive in the county.

A: I support efforts to limit local involvement in federal immigration enforcement. Local government should focus on public safety, health, and community well-being, not immigration enforcement. Policies like this help build trust so residents feel safe accessing services, reporting crime, and engaging with their community. We should continue strengthening language access, expanding community outreach, and ensuring all residents understand their rights. Protecting due process and human dignity must remain central to how we serve immigrant communities.

A: The County has already done important work through the Data Center Task Force, and I believe we should follow those recommendations to guide future decisions. That includes taking a more deliberate approach to siting, energy use, water consumption, and overall infrastructure capacity. We have to be honest about whether our grid, roads, and water systems can support large-scale development before moving forward.

The Council should use the Task Force framework to ensure transparency, strong community input, and clear standards for evaluating projects. Energy, environmental, and community impacts must carry significant weight in decision-making, not be treated as secondary considerations. This is about getting development right, not just getting it done.

A: Any data center development must be approached with clear standards and a focus on long-term sustainability. Projects should align with our climate goals, protect community health, and reflect the limits of our current infrastructure.

The County should prioritize development that delivers real community benefit, meets strong expectations around energy efficiency and environmental impact, and includes meaningful engagement with residents. Growth must be strategic and community-centered, ensuring that decisions are driven by long-term value, not short-term pressure.

A: Addressing housing affordability requires both increasing supply and protecting existing residents. I would support expanding affordable and workforce housing, particularly near transit, preserving existing affordable units, and strengthening tenant protections. Zoning should be part of the solution by allowing for more diverse housing types and thoughtful density in appropriate areas. We must also ensure development benefits the community and does not lead to displacement. My goal is to create stable, affordable housing options so residents can remain in the communities they call home.

A: I will work to reduce energy, housing, and health care costs for families, increase teacher pay with smaller class sizes, provide more resources to improve public safety, and invest in infrastructure.

A: It is very important that the County Council makes responsible budget decisions so that we have sufficient funding to meet our obligations, such as the local funding of the Blueprint. I will work with the PGCEA, County Executive, Board of Education, PGCPS Superintendent, and my Council Colleagues and urge them to maintain our local Blueprint commitments and for all of us to be good fiscal stewards with our overall budget decisions. We must also be aggressive in our efforts to grow our local commercial tax base by cultivating local small business growth and expanding signature industries.

A: Having been educated right here in our school system and now raising my kids in the same system, I will be a data and results driven Council Member. I will push the school system to execute successful strategies and programs to achieve measurable results in academic achievement, especially when school officials come before the County Council to justify their budget requests and adjustments.

A: Too many of our residents must work outside the county instead of finding employment here. I will work to diversify our economy by creating more local small and minority business growth, expanding signature industries, and encouraging more mixed-use transit-oriented development. We should also continue to provide special assistance for those federal workers affected by the Trump Administration’s attacks on our public workforce. I will strongly oppose the closure of the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center (BARC).

A: Yes, I support legislation that bars ICE agents hired during the Trump Administration from serving in Prince George’s County Government, especially public safety. ICE and the Trump Administration has engaged in entirely inhumane and legally dubious, if not downright illegal, enforcement activities, resulting in the unjust incarceration, detainment, and deportation of lawfully present individuals and those who have been in the United States peacefully and productively with their families for many years. The County should not cooperate with federal immigration enforcement.

A: I support extending the moratorium on data enter development indefinitely because they are increasing utility prices for working families and have troubling environmental impacts on nearby properties. Every data center should provide its own energy and water supply and not add any burden to our power grid, water supply, and be far away from residential properties.

A: Data Centers should not be an economic development priority, but an only play a role in Prince George’s County’s future if they provide their own energy and water supply and not add any burden to our power grid, water supply, and be far away from residential properties.

A: We need to continue to encourage high quality sustainable development and redevelopment that improves the quality of our existing and future housing stock, while also emphasizing mixed income housing, affordability, transit-oriented development, and redevelopment of our established communities and aging developments. Right now i’m working on a pilot program proposal that would allow mixed-use cottage home communities. This is an issue that concerns all age groups and most voters.

A: My top priorities are simple: better schools, lower financial pressure on residents, and more good-paying jobs. I will push for a modern, high-quality education system with multiple pathways—college, trades, and careers. I will work to stabilize property taxes, especially for seniors and vulnerable homeowners. And I will focus on attracting strong businesses that invest in our communities, create jobs, and grow our tax base so we’re not over-relying on residents.

A: Strong schools are essential, and they must be fully funded—but funding must be smart and targeted. I support competitive teacher pay, tutoring support, and stronger math and reading programs. At the same time, we need career pathways like trades, apprenticeships, and entrepreneurship programs. We balance funding by making sure every dollar is tied to results that prepare students for real-world success.

A: Funding must come with results. I will stay engaged with schools to ensure students are supported and not falling behind. That means tracking outcomes, supporting teachers, and making sure resources are used effectively. Our goal is clear: better student performance and real preparation for the future.

A: We must grow beyond reliance on federal jobs. I will attract new industries, invest in infrastructure, and build workforce pipelines. For displaced federal workers, we’ll act fast—connect them to jobs, provide short-term support, and help transition their skills into new careers or business opportunities.

A: Yes, I support protecting immigrant residents. Immigrants are a vital part of our community and economy. I will ensure county policies protect their rights, limit overreach, and make sure all residents feel safe accessing services and participating in community life.

A: The council should use the task force to make informed decisions. Energy use, environmental impact, and community health must carry significant weight. We need a full cost-benefit analysis before approving any projects.

A: Data centers can play a role, but we must proceed carefully. Right now, I do not support large-scale development until we fully understand the long-term impacts on energy, the environment, and residents.

A: We need more affordable housing and more pathways to homeownership. I support first-time buyer programs, homeownership education, and partnerships to expand access. I also support smart zoning changes near transit and policies that stabilize property taxes. The goal is simple: make housing more attainable and sustainable for working families.