Continuing a lifetime of service to others.
In my day job I'm a television writer/producer (on series including MANIFEST and RESCUE: HI SURF) and was previously a senior executive in television production and development.
I also proudly serve as a Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy Reserve, am a veteran of Afghanistan, and have also served on ships at sea. I believe I bring a unique blend of service, leadership, work ethic, and creativity to our community.
After receiving my bachelor's degree from Harvard University and master's from UCLA, I built a career on collaboration, accountability, and empathy — values that guide both my military leadership and work in the entertainment industry.
I've led teams of hundreds and managed budgets in the tens of millions, navigated global crises, and driven organizational change, all while maintaining a servant leader's ethic and motivating my teams around a collective vision. That's the deep experience I hope to bring to the City Council.
I'm deeply committed to preserving what makes this city special while making it more accessible and responsive to all who call it home. I'm running to bring new energy, transparency, and inclusion to District 4 — ensuring that every voice has a seat at the table.
Use of military rank, job titles, and photographs in uniform does not imply endorsement by the Department of the Navy or the DoD
Three generations of South Pasadena history.
Our family represents three generations of South Pasadena history. My husband, Rudy, was born and raised here, attending Arroyo Vista through SPHS before earning his degree from UC Santa Barbara. There is no other place we would want to settle down to raise our family than South Pas. Together, we are raising two amazing boys in the town we love: Colton, who we adopted from foster care in 2023, and Eiden, who we are currently fostering.
We care about South Pas because it is our history, our here-and-now, and the future for our kids and future generations. And we care about you, your families, and your hope for this city.
Common sense ideas to help South Pas thrive.
Rent Stabilization
I love South Pasadena. My family chose to live here because of its schools, walkability, and small-town feel. But for many of our neighbors — especially renters — that stability doesn’t exist. Too many families live with the constant fear that a sudden rent hike could force them out of the community they call home. South Pasadena is one of the few cities in our region without a clear, fair rent-stabilization ordinance. I believe that needs to change. A reasonable, across-the-board annual cap on rent increases — tied to inflation and applied fairly — would give renters predictability while still allowing property owners to plan responsibly. This isn’t about punishing landlords. It’s about preventing displacement, keeping families rooted, and ensuring that teachers, service workers, seniors, and young families can continue to live here. A city that values community should not allow housing instability to quietly erode it. Rent stabilization is not radical. It’s practical. And it’s overdue.
Safe Streets
As a parent, nothing matters more to me than safety — especially near our schools and parks here in District 4 and throughout the city. Around Garfield Park and Marengo Elementary, we are seeing too many close calls, near-misses, and crashes. Cars speed down Mission. Stop signs are ignored near the park. Drivers fly past the school during pickup and drop-off. This is not acceptable — and it is preventable. We need stronger enforcement and better technology: lighted stop signs, flashing crosswalks, speed-feedback signs, and targeted enforcement during school hours. These tools work. Cities that deploy them consistently see reduced speeds and fewer injuries. Safe streets are not anti-car. They are pro-family, pro-child, and pro-community. We owe it to our kids to do better.
Housing Density
The South Pas we know should be protected, and local control matters. That said, South Pasadena needs more housing — especially for seniors. The proposed Raymond senior living development on Fair Oaks could be part of the solution, but developers need to be kept accountable. Seniors represent nearly 40% of the unhoused population in California, and many are one medical bill or rent increase away from crisis. I support building housing, including this project. But support does not mean a blank check. A development of this size must include enforceable guardrails: real affordability requirements, clear accountability, and protections for neighborhood scale and traffic impacts. Too often, large projects promise affordability but deliver only a token number of units accessible to those who truly need them. SB 79 changed the game, and it will be difficult if not impossible to unring that bell. So it's up to our city leaders to be active partners, not passive bystanders. South Pasadena must negotiate from a position of strength to ensure this and other projects actually serve seniors and renters in need, not just market demand. We can build more housing and protect our small-town character. Those goals are not in conflict — they require leadership.
Film/TV Production
I work in television. I know firsthand that film and TV production bring jobs and revenue to cities like South Pasadena. When done right, production can be a win for everyone. But when rules aren’t enforced, residential neighborhoods can start to feel like permanent backlots. We need a balanced, professional partnership with the industry: clear rules, firm enforcement, reasonable limits, and respect for residents. That means protecting quiet streets, safe access, and predictable schedules — while still welcoming responsible productions that follow the rules. Having someone on City Council who understands both sides matters. We can keep jobs local to Los Angeles and protect our small-town values. Those goals are not opposites.
Council Term Limits
I support term limits for South Pasadena City Council members because healthy local government depends on fresh ideas, open doors, and regular opportunities for new voices to serve. We are deeply grateful for the commitment and service of our current and past council members, many of whom have given years of their lives to our community. But public service should never become a permanent seat. Term limits are a common-sense way to ensure that leadership remains responsive, accountable, and connected to the changing needs of residents. Many cities, including our neighbors in Pasadena, have recently adopted term limits because they understand that rotation in office strengthens democracy. South Pasadena should do the same. Term limits encourage broader civic participation, give more residents a chance to lead, and help ensure that city government reflects the full range of people who call South Pasadena home.