Vision for Aurora

Aurora’s future depends on creating an economy that works for all, and we must do this together. By aligning businesses and community-led organizations with community needs and fostering opportunities for growth, we can build a city where everyone can thrive.

Key Initiatives:

1. Strengthening Local Businesses:
Support small businesses and entrepreneurs with resources, training, and access to microloans, keeping wealth within our community.

2. Public-Private Partnerships:
Collaborate with private organizations to create job opportunities and remove barriers to employment, fostering self-sufficiency amongst our residents. 

3. Supporting High-Quality Jobs for Aurora:
Advocate for high quality jobs for all to ensure Aurora’s workers can support themselves and their families.

4. Fostering Creativity and Innovation:
Build an environment that encourages entrepreneurship and revitalization, driving economic growth and innovation across Aurora.

Housing is a fundamental right. My vision for Aurora is a city where the American Dream is a reality for everyone, which includes making housing affordability attainable. By working together, we’ll address housing challenges with bold solutions that meet the needs of all residents.

Key Initiatives:

1. Transitional Housing:
Implement programs that combine affordable housing with critical services, helping individuals and families regain stability and autonomy.

2. Workforce Housing:
Develop housing options tailored to low- and middle-income workers like teachers, healthcare professionals, social workers, retail and service workers, and first responders - essential members of our community who often fall through the cracks of traditional housing programs.

3. Supportive Housing:
Invest in supportive housing solutions that combine permanent housing with vital services, improving stability and reducing homelessness while saving public funds.

Every Aurora resident deserves to feel safe and secure in their community. My commitment to public safety is unwavering, and it's rooted in a comprehensive approach rooted in prevention, intervention, ongoing support, and community collaboration. My vision for Aurora is one of safety, empathy, and community. I’m committed to implementing innovative strategies that prioritize healing, understanding, and prevention. This comprehensive plan outlines my approach to public safety, focusing on restorative justice, youth engagement, and trauma-informed care. Let’s work together towards a safer, stronger Aurora for all.

Key Initiatives:

1. Expanding Restorative Justice:
By prioritizing programs that focus on healing and reconciliation, together, we can reduce recidivism and create a more compassionate, effective justice system.

2. Engaging Aurora’s Youth:
I propose free access to all recreation centers, sports leagues, and reservoirs for residents under 18. By providing positive outlets, we can empower our youth and steer them toward brighter futures.

3. Trauma-Informed Training for First Responders:
EMS, fire, and police personnel will receive specialized training to better support individuals who have experienced trauma, ensuring more compassionate and effective service.

4. Cultural Competency Around Public Safety: Aurora’s diversity is its strength, and cultural competency is essential for fostering trust and understanding between public safety officials and the communities they serve. I propose creating a Cultural Competency Advisory Board made up of a diverse array of community members and leaders to provide input on policies, training, and practices that reflect Aurora’s cultural diversity. By prioritizing cultural competence together, we can ensure public safety efforts are equitable and effective for all.