Tell us a little about yourself. You can include your personal background, family, outside interests that are important to who you are as a person and a candidate.
My husband and I moved to Lexington from Cambridge in 2018, drawn by its excellent schools, green spaces, and rich history. We live near the town center and are raising two children: our son, a first grader at Hastings, and our daughter, who attends preschool in town.
We love taking full advantage of everything Lexington has to offer—concerts and sledding in Hastings Park, our wonderful library and town center, great playgrounds, and many activities at Hayden. We also love the town’s extensive trail network and often walk the Across Lexington trails with our kids. I’m an avid runner and recently completed a personal goal of running every street in Lexington—it was a great way to get to know the town’s many beautiful neighborhoods, and to meet fellow local runners and friends along the way!
Beyond its amenities, what has made living in Lexington special is its welcoming community. Our neighbors, the Hastings school community, and friends made through LexFUN and Hayden all share a commitment to making this a great place to live and to raise a family. I’m eager to give back and contribute to the town that has given so much to us.
Why are you running for Town Meeting?
I’m running because I want to ensure that young families have a voice in the decisions that shape Lexington’s future, while also reflecting the needs and perspectives of residents who’ve lived in our town for many decades. As a parent of two young children, I understand the challenges and opportunities families face, including the need for great schools, recreation facilities, green spaces, and community resources. At the same time, I’m eager to learn from all parts of our community and make decisions that consider the priorities of families as well as the long-term interests of Lexington. I’m committed to making sure Lexington remains a welcoming, vibrant, and supportive place for all to live and grow.
How has your past experience — whether in your professional life, elected office, or as a community leader — prepared you for a role in Town Meeting?
In Lexington, I’m an active member of the Hastings School community, serving as a room parent, library volunteer, and green team volunteer. I also served on the LexFUN under-5 PTA board from 2019–2024, including serving on the Executive Board from 2022–2024.
Professionally, I am an economist and director at an energy consulting firm, where I advise public and private clients on electric grid reliability and the transition to high levels of renewable energy. My work involves collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders—including here in Massachusetts—to help states, utilities, and regulators balance the critical investments needed to address climate change with equity and affordability. Prior to this, I have a Ph.D. in Public Policy from Harvard, which provides me a foundation in understanding how local governments operate and how to use data to help inform decision-making.
What is the most important issue in this election to you personally, and what ideas do you have about how to address this issue?
I strongly support the development of a new high school. Our kids deserve a modern, inspiring space that meets today’s learning and health standards. The current building, constructed in the 1960s, doesn’t reflect the needs of today’s students and is costly to maintain. With a nearly 60-year-old facility, maintenance expenses are only increasing, and the “do nothing” approach isn’t free—it brings hidden costs that will continue to rise. Beyond being a place of learning, the high school is a key landmark in our historic town, showcasing our commitment to education and the future of our community. The Bloom project will highlight our investment in our kids, creating a vibrant, central hub that our whole town can take pride in, and I will fully support this project when it comes to Town Meeting in late 2025.
While I fully support the Bloom plan, many details remain, and I would continue attending School Building Committee meetings, providing feedback, and helping to find cost-effective solutions to make this project work for all.
If elected, my goal would be to actively listen to a range of perspectives, especially those of Precinct 9 residents, even when they differ from my own. Town Meeting addresses many local and personal issues, and while I will not always be able to vote in line with everyone on every issue, I will remain open-minded, consider all viewpoints, and strive to make decisions that reflect the diverse perspectives of our precinct and serve the best interests of the town. I am always open to having coffee, exchanging emails, or taking phone calls to discuss any concerns or issues.