Housing Affordability
Housing costs are rising too fast for many families.
Michelle will work to:
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Expand affordable housing options
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Support responsible housing development
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Protect renters and homeowners from unfair practices
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Encourage mixed-income housing that keeps neighborhoods strong
- Strengthen partnerships with cities and providers
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Address homelessness with compassion, coordination, and accountability
Everyone deserves a safe and stable place to live.
Strong Public Schools
Great schools are the foundation of a strong community.
Michelle will:
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Support teachers and school staff
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Advocate for safe learning environments
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Promote career and technical education opportunities
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Strengthen partnerships between schools, local government, and community organizations
Her experience as a school board director gives her firsthand knowledge of what students and families need.
Community Safety and Wellbeing
Safe neighborhoods are essential.
Michelle supports:
- Economic stability for working families
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Community-focused policing
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Resources for mental health crisis response
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Prevention programs that keep young people engaged
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Collaboration between law enforcement and community organizations
Rising costs are impacting families across Thurston County. Michelle supports small businesses, workforce development, and responsible growth that expands opportunity, lowers barriers, and protects the character and sustainability of our communities.
Protecting Our Environment
Our region’s natural beauty is part of who we are.
Michelle will work to:
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Protect clean water and green spaces
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Support sustainable development
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Encourage responsible environmental stewardship
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Promote local climate resilience planning
Protecting the environment means protecting our future.
Building Stronger Communities
Michelle believes the best solutions come from listening to residents.
She is committed to:
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Transparent government
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Community input in decision-making
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Supporting local nonprofits and small businesses
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Bringing people together to solve problems
When communities work together, we all succeed.