About
Community Member
We didn't just choose Arizona,
we made Oro Valley our home.
Since purchasing our home here in 2014, then becoming a full-time resident upon my retirement in 2019, I've always been involved in our Oro Valley community.
I first joined the Oro Valley Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (PRAB) in 2020 and, after serving a full term, I rejoined and was recently elected as Chair. My service to the community continues with Rancho Vistoso's HOA as the President of Vistoso Community Association, a position I've held since 2022 after being elected to the board in 2020. This role involves representing over 6,000 homes—a significant portion of Oro Valley—and requires daily attention to diverse constituent needs. I've also been vocal on key issues, speaking at Town Council meetings in support of the Vistoso Trails Nature Preserve and our essential Parks & Rec programs. This history of practical, hands-on service demonstrates I’m prepared to be an even-tempered voice on the Town Council.
Background
I spent my professional career finding ways to get things done. And done right.
I spent my entire 43-year career in the cement and concrete industry with a single company. My experience culminated in serving as the company’s representative on various national and state industry trade associations. These boards were made up of both competitors and customers. Working in that environment taught me the essential, practical skill of negotiation and compromise to get things done. When you have people with different interests, you learn how to find the common ground that moves the ball forward. I believe that straightforward, results-oriented approach is the best preparation for serving on the Oro Valley Town Council.
Common Sense Vision
My wife and I chose Oro Valley for a few clear reasons: safety of the community, quality of open space, natural beauty of the desert, and magnificent mountain views.
It’s a wonderful place to live, and the goal should be to maintain the character and quality of life we all enjoy. I am not campaigning on a platform of radical change. Small, sensible, incremental improvements are fine, but we must maintain the core look and feel of Oro Valley by supporting outdoor activities, protecting mountain views and ensuring safety within the community. My involvement in projects like OV Path Forward and OV Trails Connect is rooted in listening to our residents. The surveys are clear: open space and outdoor activities are vital. I am committed to following the community’s direction and ensuring Parks and Recreation remains a priority.
My wife and I chose Oro Valley for a few clear reasons:
• Safety of the community
• Quality of the open space
• Natural beauty of the desert
and, of course,
• Magnificent mountain views
It’s a wonderful place to live, and the goal should be to maintain the character and quality of life we all enjoy. I am not campaigning on a platform of radical change. Small, sensible, incremental improvements are fine, but we must maintain the core look and feel of Oro Valley. My involvement in projects like OV Path Forward and OV Trails Connect is rooted in listening to our residents. The surveys are clear: open space and outdoor activities are vital. I am committed to following the community’s direction and ensuring Parks and Recreation remains a priority.
Local Business Focus
A strong community requires a strong, local economy.
Let's support the businesses that are already here and encourage new local ventures to open their doors. My family and I actively support and patronize local Oro Valley businesses. They are our neighbors, they provide local jobs, and they are essential to the economic health and diversity of Oro Valley.