Q&A: Meet 3 candidates for Pflugerville city council

Why are you running for this position?

I’m running because families like mine are being crushed by skyrocketing water bills and taxes caused by reckless city spending and catastrophic mismanagement. I didn’t plan on running, but when my water bill hit nearly $300 and we were just going to get more of the same with no end in sight, I knew someone had to fight for fiscal responsibility and tax relief. Somebody on city council has to want to lower costs for residents.

If elected, what are your priorities for the city of Pflugerville?

My priorities are stopping reckless borrowing, cutting wasteful spending, and focusing on essentials like lowering water bills, stabilizing and decreasing taxes, and making Pflugerville affordable and safe for all of us. I’ll push for full transparency, eliminate unnecessary projects, and ensure residents, not political insiders, come first when decisions are made at City Hall.

What do you see as the greatest challenge for the city, and how will you work to address it?

Pflugerville’s biggest challenge is a looming debt crisis driven by years of mismanagement. The city owes over $1.5 billion, and nearly 50% of every property tax dollar is already swallowed by debt service. I’ll fight to restructure and pay down debt, end wasteful projects, and put residents, not insiders, back in charge. Without a change in management Pflugerville will not be affordable for anybody who lives here.

What is your long-term vision for the city of Pflugerville?

I want Pflugerville to remain a place where families can afford to safely and quietly live, raise kids, and retire. That means honest budgeting, responsible growth, and preserving our city’s character, rather than drowning in debt and endless apartment sprawl. My vision is a fiscally sound, family-friendly Pflugerville that attracts opportunity without bankrupting residents.

Why are you running for this position?

I’m running to keep Pflugerville affordable and livable for families, seniors, and future generations. As chair of key city commissions, I’ve seen where we can do better on utility costs, housing, and growth. I want to bring pragmatic, community-focused leadership that listens first and ensures residents’ voices shape the city’s future.

If elected, what are your priorities for the city of Pflugerville?

My top priorities are lowering utility bills, improving housing affordability, investing in infrastructure and mobility, and ensuring public safety remains strong. I’ll work to balance smart growth with preserving Pflugerville’s character, strengthen partnerships with our schools, first responders, and regional leaders, and keep our community connected through safe neighborhoods, strong public spaces, and fair, resident-focused decision-making.

What do you see as the greatest challenge for the city, and how will you work to address it?

Pflugerville’s greatest challenge is affordability, especially utility rates and housing costs. Too many families are stretched thin. I’ll push for utility reforms, fairer rate structures, and diverse housing options while keeping taxes reasonable. By making smarter, more transparent financial decisions, we can protect affordability, deliver reliable services, and ensure Pflugerville remains welcoming to pfolks at every stage of life.

What is your long-term vision for the city of Pflugerville?

My vision is for Pflugerville to be a diverse, innovative, and connected city where neighborhoods thrive as true communities and our residents feel part of the larger Central Texas region. I see a future where growth is balanced by strong infrastructure, the tax burden is shared fairly between businesses and homeowners, and families of all ages can prosper.

Why are you running for this position?

I want to be the voice for the people in city hall.

If elected, what are your priorities for the city of Pflugerville?

Making sure the cost of living is affordable for everyone, and ensuring citizens' needs and concerns are heard and met.

What do you see as the greatest challenge for the city, and how will you work to address it?

Keeping Pflugerville affordable. I intend to work diligently to prevent tax and utility increases, and strive to lower both.

What is your long-term vision for the city of Pflugerville?

I want to see the city improve everyday life for its residents. Having transportation options, better roads, affordability and encouraging community building are all things I will work hard for.