Focus Areas
DIRECT FROM THE CANDIDATE
Julie has listened to the community, and she has taken your concerns to heart. Watch the video to hear directly from her about the focus areas she has formulated based on your input. Read more about the priorities below.

Economic Stability
Everyone in the community deserves affordable access to food and services and the opportunity to thrive.
- Foster local business and job growth
- Support agriculture initiatives
- Explore more affordable housing options

Fiscal Responsibility
Budget decisions are tough. Taxpayers deserve a county government that spends wisely and plans ahead.
- Comprehensive strategic planning
- Focus on cost savings without sacrificing services
- Explore fair and responsible new revenue options

Environmental Protection
The Fox River Valley, open spaces, and farmland that comprise our community must be protected.
- Invest in green and renewable energy
- Advocate for environmentally responsible land use
- Support measures to improve land, air, and water quality

Human Rights
Everyone in the community deserves to be treated with dignity and protected under the law.
- Fair and equitable treatment of all residents
- Strengthen partnerships with nonprofits
- Ensure under-served populations are included in all county policy discussions

Public Safety
Everyone in the community deserves to feel safe and supported.
- Strengthen mental health and crisis response
- Ensure food security for all residents
- Domestic violence prevention
