Four commitments that guide how I approach community life, leadership, and public service.
Preparedness, Responsibility, and Sound Decisions
As a Los Altos Hills County Fire District Commissioner, my focus is the safety and well-being of our community. Fire and other emergencies do not give us much time to prepare. Good preparation happens long before a crisis — it means understanding the risks, listening to professionals, asking difficult questions, and making sure our resources, systems, and plans are ready when they are needed.
It also means making difficult decisions responsibly. Not every decision will please everyone, but decisions affecting public safety deserve careful thought, sound information, and a clear understanding of their consequences. I believe residents deserve council members who are prepared, engaged, and willing to take responsibility for the decisions they make.
For example, that includes supporting defensible-space education, improving emergency communications, strengthening evacuation planning, and making sure fire prevention resources are used wisely.
Prepared today. Ready for tomorrow.
Independence Does Not Mean Indifference
Los Altos Hills is a community of independent people. We value our privacy, our open spaces, and the ability to live life on our own terms. But independence does not mean indifference. The pandemic made that especially clear — when my husband and I began sewing masks for neighbors, a small exchange of help, supplies, and homemade treats grew around us.
Much of my community involvement has grown from that same spirit. I’ve had the privilege of working with others on school walkathons, Wines & Vines, science fairs, and other events that brought families and neighbors together. As treasurer of Hills2000 and a founding member of Friends of Los Altos Hills, I continued working alongside residents who cared deeply about our community and its future.
What I value most about these experiences is that they were never about one person. They were about people bringing their time, ideas, energy, and talents to something bigger than themselves.
Strong communities are built together.
Listening, Expertise, and Good Governance
Our residents are thoughtful, informed, and independent. Many bring tremendous knowledge and experience to the issues facing our community. I want those voices included in the conversation. When complex decisions are buried in fine print and jargon, I can help make them clearer so residents can be heard — translating technical reports into plain language, explaining trade-offs in public safety planning, or helping residents understand how a proposal could affect emergency response, evacuation routes, or long-term costs.
Responsible governance requires informed decisions. My goal is to balance grassroots involvement with informed leadership, bringing together the knowledge of our residents, professional expertise, and the responsibility to make decisions in the best interests of the community.
Not every issue will have an easy answer, and not every decision will satisfy everyone. But we can approach difficult questions with fairness, respect, and a willingness to work together. Collaboration is not about avoiding disagreement — it is about being willing to hear one another, understand the facts, and find a path forward.
Serious About the Work, Human About the Rest
After more than 26 years in Los Altos Hills, I know this community is about more than beautiful landscapes and large lots. It is about the people — the neighbor who checks in, the volunteer who quietly gets something done, the resident who brings expertise to a complicated issue, the group of people who comes together because they believe their community is worth caring about.
That is the spirit I bring to public service. I will take the work seriously. I will take our responsibility for safety seriously. I will work collaboratively and make difficult decisions with fairness and care. And I will always leave room for laughter, even in the most serious situations.
After 26 years, I am still showing up, still rolling up my sleeves, and still believing that the best communities are built when people look out for one another.
That is the community I am proud to call home and honored to serve.