Remembering We’re Still Neighbors

As a candidate for Scioto Township Trustee, I believe leadership is about more than policy — it’s about how we treat each other as neighbors. Even in the most heated political climates, it’s worth remembering that our community is built on relationships, not divisions.

Recently, I crossed paths with Commercial Point Council member Eric Nungester outside of the usual meeting setting. What followed wasn’t a debate — just a genuine conversation between two people who share the same community, the same concerns, and a commitment to our families’ future.

It was a reminder that disagreements in council chambers or trustee meetings don’t have to carry over into everyday life. Sometimes a smile, a laugh, or even a word we might have misunderstood means something entirely different when we take the time to connect.

We can and should have spirited debates about our path forward. But when we step outside those walls, we’re still neighbors. And neighbors deserve respect.

That’s the kind of leadership I believe in — firm on the issues, respectful in how we engage, and always mindful that at the end of the day, we share the same home.