Respectful, Responsible, Resourceful
Long-time Tyngsborough resident and retired VP of Software Development. Led large teams, managed complex budgets and delivered results. Now ready to serve our town with practical, thoughtful leadership.
Our Fire Station
Public Safety & Planning for the Future
At our annual town meeting on May 5 in Tyngsborough, an article will be presented regarding moving forward with a new fire station.
Over the past few weeks, I’ve taken the time to tour our current fire station and meet with Fire Chief Wes Russell, along with several members of our fire department. After seeing the conditions firsthand and hearing directly from those who serve our community, I am in support of moving forward with a new station.
Our current station is over 60 years old, and while it has served the town well, it is now too small and no longer adequately meets the needs of our firefighters or our growing community.
This is not just about a building — it’s about ensuring our firefighters have the space, safety, and resources they need to do their jobs effectively and safely.
I also want to share a recent update from a neighboring community, Billerica, which highlights the challenges that can arise when these types of investments are delayed. Their experience is a reminder of the importance of planning ahead and addressing infrastructure needs proactively.
Planning for the future isn’t always easy, but it’s necessary. Supporting our public safety professionals and making thoughtful, timely investments is part of ensuring our town continues to be a safe and well-managed community.
As always, I welcome your thoughts and feedback.
Our Schools
Supporting Our Schools & Planning for the Future
Over the past few weeks, I’ve had the opportunity to meet with our Superintendent of Schools Dr. Flanagan to better understand the current state of our district and the challenges ahead.
One of the biggest issues facing our schools today is the budget. Over the past five years, the district has reduced approximately 20 positions while working to keep overall budget increases to an average of about 2.7% year over year. At the same time, costs in areas like healthcare, utilities, and special education remain difficult to predict and continue to put pressure on the budget.
Looking ahead, special education is expected to be one of the primary cost drivers. This includes not only classroom support, but also transportation, specialized staff, and, in some cases, out-of-district placements when required to meet a student’s needs.
What also stood out to me is what’s going well. The district has built a strong sense of stability and culture within our schools. Many of our teachers are highly experienced and at the top levels of their profession, and most importantly, our students are happy and supported.
Balancing these strengths with ongoing financial challenges is not easy. It requires thoughtful planning, transparency, and a commitment to both fiscal responsibility and educational excellence.
As with public safety and other town needs, planning for the future of our schools requires long-term thinking and informed decision-making.
Our schools are one of our greatest strengths—and the decisions we make today will shape opportunities for our children for years to come. I’m committed to thoughtful, responsible decisions, careful stewardship of taxpayer dollars, and keeping the community’s voice at the center.
As always, I welcome your thoughts and feedback.