I moved to Addison in 1989 after having graduated from Driscoll Catholic High School and serving in the U.S. Navy.

I started getting involved with the Village as chair of the Historical Commission, working for the formation of the Historical District and for the funding to move the Balzer and Coach House for the Addison Historical Commission.

I was first elected to the Village Board in 1999, and have served as Deputy Mayor since 2013. During that time, we've seen the transformation of the Lake Street corridor, welcomed dozens of new businesses, built four new public buildings, and expanded and improved the Village Green for public events like Rock 'N Wheels, Memorial Day and Veterans Day. We've also dealt with two significant floods, a major recession, and a global pandemic that challenged our community in major ways.

Through all of this, I've been so proud to be a part of a team of elected officials that want what's best for our residents, and are willing to make tough decisions to ensure the best interests and safety of our community. We also have the benefit of professional and hard-working staff that make Addison the envy of surrounding communities.