Dear Neighbors,

I'm writing to share that I have decided not to seek a 5th term on the Council. Many people have reevaluated their lives during the pandemic, and that has been the case for me as well. I have come to realize that I want to recover my personal life and dedicate more time to my granddaughter, who has been the light in my life since she was born on my re-election day three years ago.

The past sixteen years as the Ward 3 Councilmember have been some of the most rewarding and valuable of my life, serving as your representative has been an honor. Together, we have accomplished so much: all of our schools, libraries, recreation centers, and fire stations have been or are slated to be modernized. With your support, the District has become a national climate leader and we have seen outstanding advances in our schools, expanded nutrition access, and protections for the health and safety for all of our residents.

It is time for someone else to pick up the mantle, and I am excited for the possibilities and future of Ward 3.

Regards,

Mary