My Plan

This is more than a platform — it’s a plan. Here you’ll find the clear, measurable steps I’ll take in my first year to make city government more transparent, responsive, and focused on results.

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OPEN BOOKS

The first step is transparency. Within 30 days, I’ll open the books on city spending, decision-making, and leadership. Residents deserve to know where their tax dollars go, who’s influencing policy, and how growth is being managed. I’ll explain major decisions in plain English and begin evaluating key leadership roles across city hall. This phase sets the tone: no more hidden agendas, no more insider politics. Just clarity, accountability, and a fresh start.

  • Taxes and Spending – Where your tax dollars really go
  • Major Decisions – Big choices explained in plain English
  • Influence Mapping – Who’s shaping policy, out in the open
  • Growth Policy – How growth impacts housing and traffic
  • City Workforce – Evaluate leadership, ensure right people lead
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RAISE THE BAR

Once the books are open, it’s time to raise expectations. In the first 60 days, I’ll establish performance standards for every department and introduce a service-first mindset across city hall. Residents will see a new code of ethics, clearer communication, and a commitment to public approval before decisions are made. This phase is about culture change—building a city government that’s responsive, respectful, and worthy of public trust.

  • Public Approval – Residents’ voices matter before decisions
  • Performance Standards – Clear goals for every department
  • Organizational Culture – Service‑first mindset across city hall
  • Ethics & Conduct – Code of ethics for leaders and staff
  • Communication – Straight answers, no insider jargon
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03

CLEAN HOUSE

At 90 days, we start cleaning house. That means cutting waste, simplifying processes, and putting the right people in the right roles. I’ll review outdated policies that block performance and remove red tape that frustrates residents and businesses. Leaders will be held accountable for results—not just intentions. This phase is about restoring efficiency and making city hall work better for everyone.

  • Inefficiencies – Cut waste, save time and money
  • Personnel – Right people in the right roles
  • Accountability – Leaders held responsible for results
  • Policies – Review policies that block performance
  • Red Tape – Simplify processes, remove barriers
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ACCOUNTABILITY IN ACTION

By six months, residents should see real progress. I’ll publish clear metrics, launch regular reporting, and host town halls where people can ask questions and get answers. We’ll collaborate with neighboring communities and release an efficiency report that shows what’s been fixed and what’s next. This phase turns promises into proof—and makes accountability a visible, ongoing practice.

  • Metrics – Track progress with visible numbers
  • Reporting – Regular updates you can actually understand
  • Engagement – Town halls, Q&As, real conversations
  • Collaboration – Working with neighbors for smarter growth
  • Efficiency Report – Proof of savings and improvements
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RESULTS YOU CAN SEE

After one year, the results should speak for themselves. Transparency will be the norm, trust will be rebuilt, and the budget will reflect smart priorities. Growth will be managed with care, preserving the small-town character that makes Idaho Falls special. I’ll release a public roadmap showing where we’ve been and where we’re headed—so residents can see the difference and stay involved.

  • Transparency – Nothing hidden, everything in the open
  • Trust – Confidence rebuilt through fairness and honesty
  • Budget – Spend wisely, protect essential services
  • Growth – Manage change without losing small‑town feel
  • Roadmap – Clear plan for today and tomorrow