06/10/2026
Can you find me in this photo? 👀
This picture was taken years before I ever imagined serving on the Wichita City Council.
Back then, I was a member of the Mayor’s Youth Council. That experience led to serving as a youth representative on a District Advisory Board, later chairing a District Advisory Board, and eventually serving on the City Council.
This week, we voted to expand our District Advisory Boards and add a youth seat to each one.
I’m excited about this because these boards are often where people get their first taste of public service. They learn how local government works, build relationships, and discover how they can make a difference in their community.
For me, it was the beginning of a journey I never expected. Looking back at this photo, I certainly didn’t think it would eventually lead to City Hall.
Every leader starts somewhere. Sometimes it starts with simply saying “yes” to an opportunity.
Who’s a young leader in Wichita that deserves encouragement to apply?