Mary on the Issues
A Thoughtful, Balanced Approach
to Council Governance
With decades of public service and legal experience, Mary believes strong leadership comes from careful listening, practical decision-making, and a commitment to the public good. As a member of the Prescott City Council, she will:
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Balance Priorities with Resources
Mary understands that no government can do everything at once. Responsible leadership means making choices and compromises, ensuring progress while keeping our community running smoothly. -
Be Fiscally Responsible
Mary never forgets where the city’s money comes from — the taxpayers. She is committed to thoughtful budgeting that reflects community values, ensuring accountability and care in every financial decision. -
Welcome Input from All
Mary believes good governance starts with listening. She will remain open to feedback from residents, business owners, property owners, and advocacy groups alike — without favor or bias. -
Support Volunteerism to Extend City Services
Prescott thrives because of the generous spirit of its people. Mary champions citizen engagement and supports volunteers as a powerful extension of city capacity and community resilience.
Key Issues Facing Prescott
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Water Quality & Availability
Water is life — especially in the high desert. Mary supports science-driven, expert-informed strategies to conserve, reclaim, and recharge our local water sources. Prescott must prioritize regional cooperation while staying focused on protecting our own future supply.
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Diverse Housing Options
Mary supports balanced development that meets community needs. She believes in encouraging renovation, allowing ADUs where appropriate, and promoting both rental and owner-occupied housing — while holding developers accountable and resisting one-size-fits-all approaches.
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Business & Economic Growth
Prescott’s quality of life makes it attractive to businesses, but we must actively support both forward-looking industries and the small, local businesses that give our city its charm. Mary believes in thoughtful regulation, workforce development, and strategic infrastructure to help businesses and workers thrive.
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Essential Services
From public safety to well-maintained roads, Mary sees essential services as the foundation of a functioning city. She supports smart budgeting and long-term planning to ensure Prescott continues to deliver the services its residents rely on every day.
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Preserving Our Small-Town
Prescott’s sense of identity is rooted in its history, traditions, and community events — from rodeos to courthouse lightings. Mary is committed to honoring and preserving what makes Prescott unique, even as our population grows and the world changes around us.
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Protecting Natural Open Space
Mary fully supports the Charter amendment that places decisions about selling or developing public open space in the hands of the voters. She believes land, like time, is a finite resource — and our lakes, trails, and parks are vital to our health, happiness, and heritage.
A Holistic Vision for Prescott
Mary approaches every issue with an understanding that nothing exists in isolation. Housing affects water use. Development impacts open space. Budget decisions affect public safety. Prescott deserves leadership that can connect the dots —
and Mary is ready to do just that.
You can't always get what you want,
But if you try sometimes you just might find,
You get what you need.
The Rolling Stones, 1969.