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Affordability is one of the biggest issues I hear about in Milton, and it shows up in many forms: housing, property taxes, energy bills, childcare, transportation, and the everyday cost of living. If you are feeling squeezed, you are not alone. When I talk about affordability, I’m not talking about one quick fix. I’m talking about a practical, multi-pronged approach that helps people stay in Milton across life stages and keeps more of your paycheck in your pocket. 1) Housing

Economic vitality is about giving residents and nearby towns reasons to come here, spend here, and stay here. The proposed recreation center is a major opportunity. Done well, it can serve as a community hub that keeps families from going elsewhere for swimming, fitness, and activities, while also bringing visitors who then buy gas, groceries, meals, and supplies in Milton. That requires early input from Milton residents and consideration of surrounding communities, with a fo

I’m running for the Milton 1-year Selectboard seat, and I’ve been trying to keep my focus where it belongs: local issues and good town governance. However, I also think voters have a right to know how a candidate would respond if a national issue landed right here in Milton. We live just a few miles from the Canadian border. It is not hard to imagine a day when federal immigration enforcement is present in our area and Milton residents show up to protest. If Milton ever found

One of my primary goals is increasing communication and engagement. I want the people in Milton to see the town as partners in improving all of our lives. That requires communication and recognizing the needs of people in town and responding directly to those needs. We have a lot of great resources available to residents, but right now the challenge is simple: people don’t always know what exists, who qualifies, or where to start. We can fix that without creating a big new bu

Given the current chill, I’ve been thinking about our emergency response for folks caught out in the cold. The nearest warming centers are in Burlington and St. Albans. We often face other weather emergencies as well - ice storms, snow storms, and flooding, all of which can cause widespread power outages and loss of services for families. When emergencies hit, Milton should be ready - together. As a Selectboard candidate, one of my priorities is creating a strong local suppor