04/08/2026
I want to start off by saying THANK YOU for allowing me the opportunity to serve our community for the last 4 years. To say it was easy would be an understatement. Who knew I would also have to fulfill many duties of the city administrator,during a majority of the term, as well. Balancing that, a full time career, being the best wife, mother, Grammy and friend I could be, was not for the weary. Do I wish I could do it all again, absolutely! Yesterday’s election results say “not in the immediate future” and that is okay.
I hope my successor, and those that follow, remember the job is not solely about the happenings at meetings or the business side of a city, it is also networking with other city leaders, going to the classrooms and talking to the minds of the future, sand bagging along folks whose homes are in danger, helping at community events, expecting interruptions while enjoying a meal at local establishments, a 10 minute trip to the local grocery store turns into an hour. It is about being present, being involved and being there for everyone.
To city staff, you all are the ones who truly keep the city afloat day in and day out. I hope the value each of you brings does not go unnoticed. Thank you for your time and devotion.
While my time as mayor is coming to an end, that doesn’t mean my involvement and commitment to our community is too. I have called Pacific home longer than I have called anywhere else and have great pride in the things that have been accomplished.
Thank you for allowing me to be your voice. I hope my successor is our voice.