My husband and I are both originally from Wisconsin. We met while attending the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where I earned a bachelor’s degree in Journalism in 1988. After we got married, we followed his job as a metallurgical engineer, moving to Chicago, Tennessee, Georgia and Virginia before moving back to Wisconsin. We moved to Kewaskum from Lake Geneva nine years ago. We chose to live in Kewaskum because it is such a beautiful area, and it is our dream place to live! After we moved here, I started working as a journalist for the Kewaskum Statesman newspaper, and that is when I fell in love with the people here. Anyone who has ever moved to a small town knows that is not always an easy thing to do. However, we found the people here so welcoming and genuine, and they are really what made Kewaskum our home. In 2021, I was elected Kewaskum town clerk, and was re-elected to a second term in 2023. As town clerk, I advise the Town Board on budgeting matters. I have worked hard to lower taxes, and since I have been town clerk, the town's mill rate has gone down each year, despite rising costs and extra projects we have accomplished. I have been very involved in the community. Here are some of my activities:
• Executive Director of the Wisconsin 9/11 Memorial (2021-2022)
• Kewaskum Area Chamber of Commerce Board Member (2017–2020)
• Member of St. Michael Catholic Church (2015-Present)
• Musician for St. Michael / Holy Trinity parishes (2016-Present)
• Catechist for St. Michael / Holy Trinity parishes (2016-2017)
• Secretary- Kewaskum Historical Society (2016-Present)
• Co-authored the book “Kewaskum, Wisconsin: The Making of a Village,” a 320-page, hardcover, coffee-table style book that documents the history of Kewaskum.
• Helped plan the 125th anniversary celebration of the Village of Kewaskum held in 2022.
• Helped remodel the Kewaskum Historical Society Museum.
• Member of the Reigle Family Park Development Committee (2017-2023)
• Volunteer for the Wisconsin 9/11 Memorial
• Member of the Kiwanis Club of Kewaskum (2020-2023)
• Musician for Kettle Moraine Symphonic Band (2019)
• Musician for Kewaskum Theatre Company productions (2017)
Through all these experiences, I gained insight on the needs of the community, which made me want to serve. So, when the seat for the Washington County Supervisor for District 7 became vacant, I considered running. Then, I started receiving numerous requests from community leaders and residents asking me to run for the office. After hearing from so many people, I decided to file my nomination papers. I believe in being fiscally conservative with a goal of keeping taxes as low as possible. Some of the top issues I am concerned about are roads and shared revenue. Through my work as a journalist, I have been exposed to different aspects of these issues, and through my work as a town clerk, I have gained firsthand knowledge about how we are affected by these issues. I firmly believe in transparent government, and I want to have input from everyone in the community in order to make the best decisions possible. I want to listen to what you have to say! I appreciate your support. Vote on April 2!
