Held and participated in community meetings across Rockville, including College Gardens, East Rockville, Fallsmead, Fallsgrove, Horizon Hill, Hungerford, King Farm, Lincoln Park, Montrose, North Farm, Rockshire, Seven Locks, Town Center, Twinbrook, and West End neighborhoods. Consistently advocated for regional neighborhood engagement, ensuring that voices from all parts of the city are heard in planning, development, and service delivery. Supported initiatives to expand outreach and communication, including multilingual communications and broader resident participation. Used his deep personal ties across Rockville (growing up, living, and working in multiple neighborhoods) to bridge perspectives and build consensus citywide. Worked to ensure capital improvement priorities reflect needs in all neighborhoods, not just one area of the city.

Supported strong funding for the Rockville City Police Department to ensure they have necessary tools and staffing, including an annual review of our Police Department’s salary compared to neighboring jurisdictions, and increasing RCPD’s salary as necessary.. Supported significant increases of city financial support for the Rockville Volunteer Fire Department including supporting specific coordinating efforts to establish a new Station 3 for the Fire Department. Championed community policing efforts and engagement between officers and residents. Supported increasing Community Engagement Officers in Rockville Schools, including increasing funds to support Rockville City Police Department officers at Wootton High School, Richard Montgomery High School, and Rockville High School.  Advocated for School Resources Officers in all Montgomery County schools.  Advocated for expanded use of security cameras and other technology to deter crime and improve investigations. Backed investments in public safety infrastructure, including lighting, traffic calming, and pedestrian safety improvements. Consistently emphasized public safety as a top priority in budget discussions and policy decisions. Advocated for proactive tree maintenance and hazard mitigation to keep neighborhoods safe.

Supported increased residential density near Metro and transit corridors, helping expand housing supply and improve affordability, including working with Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Secretary Jake Day to bring the first Transit Oriented Development to Rockville Championed policies encouraging mixed-use development, bringing housing, retail, and jobs closer together. Advocated for additional housing options, including workforce and attainable housing opportunities across Rockville. Supported redevelopment efforts in Rockville Town Center and other commercial areas to attract new residents and strengthen local businesses. Backed economic development initiatives designed to support small businesses and attract new employers to Rockville. Promoted policies that reduce regulatory barriers to responsible residential development while maintaining neighborhood character. Supported efforts to activate underutilized commercial properties with new housing and mixed-use opportunities. Advocated for fiscally responsible development that expands the tax base and helps fund city services without increasing taxes on residents. Encouraged strategic growth to ensure Rockville remains competitive economically within Montgomery County and the region. Backed initiatives that support local businesses, ensuring residents have access to vibrant retail and services. Supported responsible fiscal policies that protect taxpayers while maintaining high-quality city services.

Advocated strongly for Rockville students and school communities, recognizing that strong schools are essential to a strong city. Provided vocal and consistent support for the Richard Montgomery High School, Wootton High School, and Rockville High School communities, celebrating student achievements and supporting school needs. Led advocacy efforts to support the Wootton High School community, including opposing proposals that would close or relocate the school and working to preserve long-term educational stability. Worked collaboratively with community members, PTSA leaders, and families to ensure Rockville voices were heard in county school decisions. Accomplished bringing two additional Community Engagement Officers (CEOs) to Rockville-area schools (in addition to Richard Montgomery High School Cluster, CEOs now also serve Rockville High School Cluster and Wootton High School Cluster), strengthening communication between schools, families, and public safety partners. Promoted partnerships between the City of Rockville and local schools to enhance student safety, engagement, and resources. Regularly attended school events, meetings, and forums to advocate directly for Rockville students and families. Emphasized that strong schools support property values, economic vitality, and community cohesion throughout Rockville.

Supported greater openness in city decision-making, including increased communication about Council actions and city projects. Advocated for more neighborhood meetings and community engagement opportunities. Promoted clearer communication around development projects, budget decisions, and planning initiatives. Regularly communicates directly with residents through emails, social media, and community events to increase accountability and transparency.

Advocated for equitable delivery of city services across all Rockville neighborhoods, ensuring no area is overlooked. Worked to improve responsiveness to resident concerns, including faster follow-up on service requests and constituent issues. Supported increased direct engagement with neighborhoods to identify service gaps and priorities.  Supported upgrades to roads, sidewalks, and pedestrian safety infrastructure. Successfully added traffic calming measures in neighborhoods to improve safety and quality of life. Accomplished investments in walkability and accessibility across Rockville. Accomplished investments to maintain and enhance parks, fields, and public spaces across the city. Advocated for proactive tree maintenance and hazard mitigation to keep neighborhoods safe.

Supported policies focused on protecting Rockville’s tree canopy and green spaces. Advocated for responsible maintenance of public lands, including addressing hazardous trees and improving park safety. As the Council Liaison to the Rockville Environment Commission, backed initiatives promoting sustainability and environmental protection. Supported improvements to recycling programs and environmental practices. As the Rockville’s representative to the Metropolitan Washington Council of Government’s Chesapeake Bay and Water Resources Policy Committee, encouraged coordination with regional and state partners on environmental and ecosystem management.

Supported policies ensuring all neighborhoods and all communities are represented in city decision-making. Advocated for inclusive outreach and engagement efforts across diverse populations. Promoted initiatives that ensure city services reach residents of all backgrounds and income levels. Encouraged efforts to increase representation and participation across boards, commissions, and city programs.