When my husband Brad and I moved to Seminole Forest twenty side years ago, we fell in love with the Fitchburg area. We treasure Fitchburg’s vibrant culture, the mix of urban and rural environments, our beautiful parks and the caring, engaged residents who live here.

I am running for Assembly in the 47th District, which includes most of Fitchburg, the southern half of McFarland, Stoughton, and all or parts of the towns of Albion, Dunn, Dunkirk, Pleasant Springs, and Rutland. As a local elected official, I have already represented and advocated for urban, suburban, and rural constituents simultaneously. When I worked for Congressman Les Aspin in the 1980s, I regularly completed casework for all three of those groups, as the 1st Congressional District extended from the farm fields of Green County all the way east to Lake Michigan. Likewise, the 47th District needs an experienced voice that understands the unique needs of and will advocate for its urban, suburban, and rural constituents alike.

I served as one of two alders representing District 4 on the Fitchburg City Council from 2020-2024. I spent two years as Council President and three years chairing Finance Committee during my tenure. Since April, I have been a Dane County Board supervisor for District 33, which includes the southern 2/3rds of Fitchburg. I would like to use the perspective and experience I have gained from my time in local government and working in telecommunications to benefit all residents of our state. I am excited to have the opportunity to take on a new challenge while continuing to have the chance to represent our community as a public servant.

Progress happens when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. As a District 4 alder in Fitchburg and a Dane County Board supervisor, I have focused on bringing people together. My style is to listen more than I talk, consider all points of view, and collaborate to find mutually-beneficial solutions for all stakeholders. I enjoy listening to people and helping them solve their problems.

I ask for your support to be the Democratic candidate representing the 47th Assembly District on Tuesday, August 13th.

Let’s keep moving the 47th District and Wisconsin forward, together!