Candidate Comparison

No Heavy Industrial in Fairfax. Fixing our streets fairly. Making Fairfax more walkable and bike-friendly.

Public Safety: Work to improve community safety by exploring options such as enhanced local services and stronger partnerships.
Fair Taxes: Review tax structures to keep them fair while ensuring essential services are funded responsibly.
Economic Growth: Support small businesses and attract new ones by streamlining permits and encouraging use of vacant buildings.
Fiscal Responsibility: Increase transparency in city finances, with clear reporting and resident input on major expenditures.

Fairfax has seen growth from approximately 900 people in 1999 to currently over 2800 residents and top priorities are always changing. With growth comes maintenance and upgrading our infrastructure. Determining the importance of these needs are a priority.
We have seen tremendous growth to the east of our city in the industrial area, how we grow that area is critical to our future needs.
Continuing to grow Fairfax in the both the residential and commercial/Industrial areas is key to keeping our amenities that we currently offer.

Infrastructure, urban development, and traffic management are among my top priorities for Fairfax.

As our community continues to grow—with major projects like the data center and increased regional development—it’s more important than ever to invest wisely in our infrastructure. That means maintaining and upgrading our water, sewer, and stormwater systems, ensuring we’re prepared for both current needs and future demands.

Smart urban development also plays a critical role. We need to plan intentionally—balancing growth with green space, supporting local businesses, and preserving the character of Fairfax while welcoming new opportunities.

And when it comes to roads and traffic, residents deserve safe, efficient transportation. I support working with partners like the Iowa DOT to accelerate intersection improvements, conduct updated traffic studies, and prioritize projects in our Capital Improvement Plan that reduce congestion and improve road safety.

Together, these priorities form the foundation for a strong, livable, and future-ready Fairfax.

Listening to residents. I believe that the City Council answers to the residents and should represent the interests of the whole community, not just a few select individuals. Given this, the top issue facing our community, in my opinion, is information that is provided to residents and the manner in which it is disseminated. City Council needs to be more proactive in making sure any information provided to residents is accurate, easy to find as well as having a consistent format for residents to ask questions and get answers.

Economic Development: There is a need for strategic growth to attract businesses and stimulate the local economy. Council could focus on promoting business development along key corridors, such as highway 151 and 80th Street, to create jobs and reduce the need for residents to travel for services.

As I stated earlier the top issues are everchanging. The industrial area east of Fairfax in Cedar Rapids where the data centers are being built has caused concerns along with the proposed runway which would be closer to Fairfax. While I understand the Airports concern over our industrial area, I am concerned for Cargo planes flying over Fairfax and being closer to what they are now. While I am disappointed the Airport has not involved our community in their plans, I am hopeful we can work with them to come up with other options. City council can help this by having open communication and meetings with the Airport so we can come to a mutually agreed upon options. We need to work together.

One major issue currently facing Fairfax is the significant increase in traffic due to the ongoing data center construction. This has created safety concerns, congestion, and wear on our roads—particularly around the intersection of 80th Street and Highway 151.

As a City Council member, I would support several key steps to address this issue:

Re-engage with the Iowa DOT to request an updated traffic study that reflects current and projected conditions due to the construction and future development.

Adjust our Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) to move the 80th Street and Highway 151 intersection project to a higher priority and an earlier date.

Collaborate closely with the Iowa DOT on planning and implementing intersection improvements to ensure they align with both current traffic volumes and anticipated long-term growth.


By taking a proactive and coordinated approach, we can improve traffic flow, enhance safety for drivers and pedestrians, and ensure our infrastructure keeps pace with the demands of a growing community.

I am not in favor of any heavy industrial zoned properties in our small town community. I believe that there are better ways to protect our community and at the same time promote smart, balanced growth.

There are advantages and disadvantages to the building of the power plant in Fairfax. Ultimately, the decision, by the City Council, should consider both community impact and economic advantages.

This has been a large project for Fairfax to digest and decide if it is right for our community. Alliant has been tremendous with giving us information and giving us tours of their Marshalltown location in an effort to educate us and ultimately help us decide if this is a good fit for Fairfax. Alliant wants to and I believe they intend to be a strong partner going forward with Fairfax in being a community supporter. We have had multiple public meetings discussing this topic with both residents and Alliant. I am 1 of 5 council members and don't speak for the city council but I am still gathering the thoughts and opinions of Fairfax residents in an effort to make an educated vote.

I supported the original proposed location of the Fairfax Power Generating Station in our industrial zone near Travero, as it made the most sense from both a land-use and infrastructure standpoint. It aligned with our zoning, minimized potential impact on residential areas, and allowed the City to remain an active participant in discussions about the facility.

However, with Alliant now stepping back from those original plans, I’m concerned about the direction this project may be heading. The ongoing upgrades to the transmission and substation infrastructure—along with additional planned improvements—suggest that the power plant could still be sited in the Fairfax area, but possibly just outside city limits.

If that happens, Fairfax may be left without a seat at the table in key decisions that still directly affect our community—whether through environmental impact, traffic, noise, or economic implications.

Moving forward, I believe it is crucial that the City Council stay engaged, seek transparency from utilities and regulatory agencies, and advocate for continued local input wherever possible. Our residents deserve to have their voices heard, especially when major infrastructure projects may affect their quality of life.

I would have the expectation that the City Administrator would be respectful, open, accessible and transparent with all council members as well as with the general public. I would expect all city staff to be respectful to all residents and support the city council members in accurate and transparent ways. I believe in truth, honesty and respect. As an elected official, that would continue in any interactions with the City Administrator, city staff and all residents.

I would develop an effective and productive relationship with the city staff by focusing on open communications, trust-building, and collaborations. I would engage with staff regularly, listen to their concerns and involve them in decision-making processes.

I would assist and encourage the city administrator to develop his knowledge and skills by learning to complete bond proposals and other city engineering skills needed for this position, being able to eliminate some engineering expenses. All they will foster a positive working environment, which ultimately benefits the entire Fairfax community.

Fairfax has seen and will continue to see growth in both residential as well as commercial/industrial. Our population has grown to need a city administrator to oversee this growth and oversee projects on a day to day basis. It is critical to have a solid working relationship with our city administrator and city staff so we can work together. Our city administrator is always available for questions as well as reaching out to ask questions for direction, and offers expertise in an effort to give us a big picture to help us make the necessary decisions for Fairfax. Continued communication and everyone working together is critical for Fairfax to continue to thrive.

I currently have a positive working relationship with our City Administrator, and I value the professionalism and expertise they bring to the role. The City Council has clearly established the responsibilities and boundaries of the City Administrator’s position, and I fully intend to operate within those parameters as a Council member.

If elected, I will continue to promote open, honest, and regular communication between the City Administrator and the City Council. Transparent dialogue is essential to ensuring alignment on priorities, addressing challenges early, and maintaining trust on both sides.

I also believe strongly in fostering a collaborative relationship between the City Council, the City Administrator, and City Staff. Each plays a critical role in serving the community, and our success depends on working together with mutual respect, clear goals, and a shared commitment to Fairfax’s future.