Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

The City must partner with CPS, libraries, and nonprofits to expand after-school tutoring, literacy programs, and mentorship. Investing in safe routes to schools, technology access, and family engagement will reduce absenteeism. Prioritizing education through community partnerships ensures children in Price Hill and across Cincinnati have the foundation to succeed.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

Cincinnati cannot succeed with two standards of living. I will fight for equitable investment by prioritizing infrastructure upgrades, public safety, and parks on the Westside while encouraging new housing and small business growth through tax incentives and zoning reform. Developers must be held accountable for investing beyond core neighborhoods. Progress will be measured through neighborhood-level tracking of infrastructure spending, business openings, housing starts, and resident satisfaction surveys to ensure fair treatment and opportunity for all communities.

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

The city must reinvest in Price Hill by improving safety, upgrading infrastructure, and supporting local businesses. Expanding housing options, restoring vacant properties, and creating vibrant community spaces will make the neighborhood more attractive. With stronger schools, amenities, and city services, Price Hill can retain families and draw new residents.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

Out of Cincinnati’s 120 census tracts, only four saw median incomes decline from 2010 to 2020—and two are in Price Hill. This is a warning sign of long-term disinvestment. To reverse the trend, the City must prioritize Price Hill with targeted job creation, small business support, housing rehabilitation, and infrastructure improvements. By directing resources where decline is deepest, we can restore economic opportunity, strengthen families, and make Price Hill a neighborhood where residents can thrive and newcomers want to live.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

The City must treat literacy like infrastructure—foundational to every neighborhood’s success. I support expanding access to early childhood education, increasing funding for afterschool literacy programs, and placing literacy coaches inside rec centers, libraries, and community hubs. We must partner with CPS to reduce absenteeism by addressing root causes like housing instability and lack of transportation. Every city contract, development, and budget should be reviewed through an educational equity lens, because reading is mandatory!

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

To bridge the divide, I will advocate for a Neighborhood Equity Index to guide investment based on need, not politics. That means prioritizing infrastructure upgrades, business development incentives, and improved transit access in Westside neighborhoods. I will push for transparent metrics, like improved 311 response times, increased homeownership rates, rising school enrollment, and small business starts, to track progress. Equity must be built into every development deal, not added as an afterthought.

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

We need to make Price Hill a neighborhood of choice, not last resort. That starts with investing in safe streets, walkable corridors, vibrant small businesses, and clean, reliable city services. We must uplift longtime residents through home repair grants, beautification incentives, and small business micro-loans. The City should also support cultural events and youth programming that reflect the richness of the neighborhood’s identity. Community-centered development—driven by the people who live there—will make Price Hill a destination, not a departure point.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

a) A reduction in area median income signals a breakdown in access to economic opportunity. It means families are earning less while costs rise, creating a cycle of poverty that impacts everything from housing to education to health. It’s a red flag that demands targeted intervention.

b) A healthy area median income is one that reflects livable wages and economic mobility. Over time, it should trend upward alongside increases in access to stable employment, entrepreneurship, and homeownership. It should reflect a neighborhood where families are not just surviving, but thriving.

c) I will advocate for targeted investment in Price Hill through workforce development, expanded access to capital for local entrepreneurs, and new incentives for businesses that hire and train neighborhood residents. I’ll push for home repair programs that keep long-term residents in their homes and partner with anchor institutions to create pathways to sustainable careers—not just jobs.

d) Residents will see the difference when they have more money in their pockets, better city services, and public spaces that reflect their pride in their neighborhood. My commitment will show in regular community updates, accessible data dashboards to track progress, and consistent face-to-face accountability with Price Hill residents. Growth must be visible, measurable, and people-powered.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

This is not a problem that developed overnight and there are no magic pills for a quick remedy. In my opinion, the best way to approach this problem will require patience, persistence and resolve. The root of the problem must be addressed. Too many of our children live in an unstable home environment. There will need to be more reliance on partnerships with nonprofits and the schools to counsel not only the children but also the parents on the importance of education. There are truancy laws that have harsh penalties for parents but in a lot of these cases it would be counterproductive due to the already difficult financial situation they are in. The next question is relevant to improving the grades and literacy rates of children.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

I grew up on the west side of Cincinnati in the Riverside neighborhood, and attended school in Price Hill. I rode public transportation for years throughout the Price Hill area. I am very aware of the west side neighborhoods being underrepresented in city government. Recent examples are the inadequate response to the snow emergency we experienced this past winter. The west side was not prioritized. The same goes for the slow response to fixing potholes and the woeful condition of many of the streets in general. There are plans in place with collaboration from various city entities and each of the three Price Hill neighborhoods. Warsaw Alive planning was completed in 2018, the Lower Price Hill Resurgency Plan was completed in 2019 and the Belong, Be Strong Plan for West Price Hill was finished in 2022. The goals and sentiments in each of the plans are lofty and commendable and contain many similarities: affordable housing, vibrant businesses, recreation spaces, transportation improvements, etc. The first thing I would do is engage with and ensure city agencies are appropriately upholding plan terms, and gauge progress. Having worked for the City of Cincinnati for 30 plus years I know that plans are often made and results not always achieved; implementation and accountability go hand in hand. Improvement can be measured by just spending time in the communities and meeting with the residents to see if progress is being made and having desired outcomes, and identify obstacles or changing conditions early. The Price Hill communities collectively represent part of the story and history of Cincinnati, and have a unique landscape of historical structures and places not duplicated anywhere else. The City should help enable the citizens of these communities to have vibrant and affordable neighborhoods that these plans show are strongly desired.

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

Changing the perception of the Price Hill communities will take time. There is no quick fix to this problem. Supporting startup local businesses would be a good first step. Crime rates have gone up in Price Hill as with much of the city. It seems that an inequitable amount of crime fighting resources are being devoted to the downtown area. I am a proponent of community policing as well as putting more of an emphasis on mental health. Supporting community policing, partnering with nonprofits such as the Greater Cincinnati Foundation and Santa Maria Community Services would be a good start.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

A.) It means there is likely higher amounts of stress in these communities. This can lead to higher rates of mental illness, shorter lifespans and higher levels of chronic disease relative to the average population. B.) There are various sources of data for the 2020 average median income for the entire city of Cincinnati. They range from $43,000 to $51,000. The average median incomes were: West Price Hill $44,664 East Price Hill $30,112 Lower Price Hill $15,987 East Price Hill and Lower Price Hill are in the most dire need of assistance. In order to lift these neighborhoods it will take cooperation with the residents and collaboration with the city, local business leaders and some of the great nonprofit agencies in the Greater Cincinnati Area. There must be an emphasis on education and job training skills.

C.) They will be able to see this if I am accessible and accountable. I will not put out an agenda that I do not plan to follow up on. The residents will see me in their neighborhoods and their community councils. If they feel I am not being responsive to their needs, they will have opportunities to let me know.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

Education is indeed a civil rights issue, and the city must be an active partner in supporting our children's success:

DIRECT CITY ACTION: -- Expand after-school and summer programming at community centers with literacy focus and homework support -- Create neighborhood tutoring hubs staffed by AmeriCorps members and community volunteers -- Establish family literacy programs connecting adult education with children's learning

INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT: -- Ensure every Price Hill child has reliable internet access through city broadband initiatives -- Improve safe routes to school with better sidewalks, crosswalks, and traffic calming -- Support community gardens and outdoor classrooms to enhance experiential learning

SYSTEMIC ADVOCACY -- Use city council position to advocate for increased state education funding and oppose voucher programs that drain resources from public schools -- Support wraparound services addressing poverty-related barriers to learning (food insecurity, housing instability, healthcare access) -- Partner with CPS on community schools model integrating health services, adult education, and community programming

ACCOUNTABILITY: I will establish quarterly meetings with Price Hill families and educators to track progress and adjust strategies based on community feedback.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

The stark disparity in development between Cincinnati's East and West sides represents a fundamental equity issue that requires immediate, systemic action. As your representative, I will:

IMMEDIATE STEPS: --- Advocate for a West Side Development Fund with dedicated annual allocation of at least $10 million for infrastructure, housing, and business development -- Push for equitable budget allocation by conducting annual audits of city spending by neighborhood to ensure proportional investment -- Establish a West Side Development Authority with community representation to prioritize and oversee projects

SPECIFIC COMMITMENTS -- Require all major development incentives to include mandatory West Side investment components -- Create a "complete neighborhoods" policy ensuring every area has access to quality infrastructure, transit, and services -- Implement participatory budgeting allowing Price Hill residents direct input on capital improvements

MEASURMENT: -- Annual public reporting on development dollars invested per capita by neighborhood -- Track improvements in infrastructure condition scores, business permit approvals, and housing rehabilitation projects -- Monitor changes in property values and homeownership rates as indicators of community stability

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

The exodus of residents and businesses from Price Hill is a symptom of disinvestment, not deficiency. We can reverse this trend through strategic reinvestment:

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT -- Create a Price Hill Business Incubator with low-cost commercial space and small business support services -- Establish a local hiring initiative for city contracts, prioritizing Price Hill residents -- Develop a neighborhood-specific TIF (Tax Increment Financing) district to capture and reinvest property value increases locally

QUALITY OF LIFE IMPROVEMENTS: -- Invest in complete streets with bike lanes, improved lighting, and pedestrian safety -- Expand community programming at recreation centers with job training, youth programs, and senior services -- Partner with community land trusts to prevent displacement while encouraging appropriate development

TRANSIT AND CONNECTIVITY -- Advocate for improved Metro bus service connecting Price Hill to job centers downtown and in Northern Kentucky -- Support streetcar expansion or bus rapid transit to reduce geographic isolation -- The goal is creating a neighborhood where people choose to stay because opportunity exists here, not because they can't afford to leave.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

A) What reduction in area median income means: A declining area median income signals systematic disinvestment and economic displacement. It indicates that good-paying jobs are leaving, homeowners are being forced out by economic pressure, and the neighborhood is losing its economic anchor - the working middle class. This isn't market forces; it's the result of policy choices that have concentrated poverty while directing opportunity elsewhere.

B) Healthy area median income trajectory: A healthy area median income should grow at or above the regional average while maintaining economic diversity. I envision Price Hill with: -- Area median income increasing 3-5% annually -- Mix of housing affordable to families earning 60-120% of area median income -- Local business ownership reflecting neighborhood demographics -- Career pathways allowing residents to build wealth locally

C) Specific commitments to Price Hill: Economic Development Commitments: -- Secure at least $5 million in targeted investment for Price Hill business district revitalization in first term -- Create 100 local jobs through city contracts and incentive programs -- Establish homeownership assistance program with down payment support and property rehabilitation loans

Service Equity Commitments: -- Ensure Price Hill receives proportional share of city services including street maintenance, park improvements, and code enforcement -- Add community policing officer dedicated to Price Hill relationship-building and problem-solving -- Improve emergency response times to match citywide averages

D) Demonstrating accountability: Transparency Measures: -- Host quarterly Price Hill town halls with progress reports and community input -- Publish annual Price Hill investment report documenting all city spending in the neighborhood -- Create community scorecard tracking key indicators like housing rehabilitation, business openings, and infrastructure improvements

Community Partnership: -- Establish Price Hill Advisory Council with rotating community representation -- Support resident leadership development through civic engagement training -- Ensure all major decisions affecting Price Hill include meaningful community input before implementation

I'm not just asking for your vote; I'm asking to be your partner in building the Price Hill our families deserve. This means showing up consistently, listening actively, and fighting for equity in every budget discussion and policy decision. Price Hill's challenges didn't develop overnight, but with sustained commitment and community partnership, we can create the positive change our neighborhood needs and deserves.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

I am a product of public schools and sent all 4 of our childs to CPS, which is why I am so passionate about this issue. I also was not born into privilege. I grew up in a neighborhood very similar to Price Hill where I worked as a janitor to make ends meet and then had a union laborer job to pay for college. My motivation for running for office was to give everyone the same opportunity that I had - through a network of support. I’m also very familiar with a lot of challenges related to children on the Westside given my wife - Dr Pamela Holmes - is a pediatrician at Westside Pediatrics for many years. Although the City of Cincinnati does not “run” CPS, the success of CPS rests in part in our partnership. The chronic absenteeism and decreasing literacy rates is a failure, and must be fixed if we are to grow as a city and the neighborhoods on the Westside are to thrive. No family wants to raise their kids in that environment. I have been vocal about how I think the city and CPS need a tighter partnership and focus on 2-3 key issues: Chronic absenteeism is one of them; the other has to be pathways to jobs especially in the trades. We need a dedicated effort on both including holding parents accountable for kids who are chronically absent and a holistic intervention to fix that.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

The Westside has historically been disinvested in - not always getting the same share of city services. I have taken several steps to address this. First, I have fought to preserve the great history and communities on the Westside - whether it was fighting to preserve the Schulte Mansion in West Price Hill or leading work with the Mill Creek communities on shaping a future vision and plan for housing, investment and amenities to this historically underinvested area. Second, I am tackling some of the historic neglect with vacant buildings, which disproportionately impact Westside communities. I spearheaded an initiative to pass a Vacant Building Ordinance that will eliminate 2,100 vacant buildings when it goes into effect next year that are a blight in Westside communities, and cost the city $8.5 million per year. Third, I have prioritized investing in basic city services such as police, fire and public works - and pushing for focused efforts on public safety on the Westside Fourth, I supported the sale of the railroad that resulted in $30 million more in infrastructure last year and worked with my colleagues to direct resources to projects like renovating the Dunham Rec Center. Finally, I have led in directing specific investments into the Westside whether it be fixing the issue with the center turn lane on Montana Avenue and extending the Lick Run trail to Dunham Rec Center and Rapid Run Park or pushing to recognize and complete work on Potters Field or bring the CROWN trail to the Westside along the Mill Creek Valley, on which we are making progress. Some of those are “little things” - but amenities and little things matter. The Westside communities deserve all of the same attention and amenities that other communities have. I will continue to fight for that.

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

Price Hill - like every neighborhood - deserves to be a place where people want to live, shop, and invest. There’s a reason my focus is on what I call Safer, Cleaner, Greener. The challenges in Price Hill have been in those areas - the urgent need to increase safety, address litter and blight, and maintain existing greenspace while expanding more greenspace amenities. My agenda is focused on delivering the basic services that make neighborhoods attractive. That means directing some of the $5.2 million recently passed in public safety to Price Hill including more officers but also drones, passing the vacant building ordinance, and all the amenities such as the CROWN and a renovated Dunham rec center. Additionally, that means investing in organizations such as Price Hill Will with focus areas in the Warsaw business district to create restaurants and retail that will attract people to the business district. But all of that starts with a continued dedicated focus on public safety and elimination of blight - without that other amenities won’t matter.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

a) A reduction in area median income for a census tract is a leading indicator - flashing red light - of concern. It means that the earnings for residents in that census tract has declined while at the same time they face rising costs (rent, groceries, insurance, gas, etc), which in turn means that they are losing wealth. I grew up in a census tract in which that was happening and have seen the impact on families including my own as a kid relying on food stamps to make ends meet. The impact goes beyond just a number - it impacts one's sense of dignity.

b) A healthy area median income should be rising and on a trajectory to being on par initially but long term higher than the area median income. But that requires good paying jobs, improving public spaces in the neighborhood to make it an attractive place to live (which also improves property values), and helping residents keep their costs down.

c) First, continue to invest in community development corporations such as Price Hill Will, Working in Neighborhoods and other great institutions that are doing fantastic work in the community. Second, focusing on improving core quality of life issues with increased investment in public safety and dedicating infrastructure dollars to the neighborhood. Third, through my Experience Mill Creek - in which Lower Price is included - to continue to advance a cooperative vision and strategy for the region that will direct future development and investment.

d) First, on whether I continue to partner (and fund) Price Hill Will, Working in Neighborhoods, etc. Second, on whether infrastructure and other investments continue to flow more to Price Hill such as what we did with Dunham Rec. Center. Third, when we start seeing some of the “activation” happening in Lower Price Hill including amenities such as a kayak/canoe launch ramp on the Mill Creek, which will be for residents and visitors alike. We did not get into our current situation overnight and we won’t get out of it overnight. But what residents should expect are measures of progress that we can make e.g. renovated rec center, investments in new businesses and housing, etc. Those tangible signs of progress are what we need to see.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

The city needs to make sure our children are ready to learn and work.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

Make sure developers and realtors are looking at healthy investment in Price Hill.

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

Improve curb appeal across the board. Pave the streets, deal with dumping and litter and deal seriously with crime.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

It means more stress on the community. Sixty four thousand a year per household. We need to bring business development into the neighborhood. I am going to laser focus on supporting Price Hill.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

The City should continue to fund community partners who do this vital work in our City, particularly during this extremely challenging federal and state landscape for the organizations who work on these important issues.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

I started my career in the neighborhood of Sedamsville, working on redevelopment efforts of their business district. I saw firsthand what years of disinvestment and neglect in a community look like first hand, and how hard it is to come back from that. I know there are more Sedamsvilles than College Hills in our City and that is not ok. I want to ensure that every neighborhood sees a path to their future, and has the tools and support from the City to get there. That is why on Council I have created programs to bring more investment across our City to unlock the future of all 52 of our neighborhoods. We must ensure that city services are serving all of Cincinnati and that we are bringing investment across the city, especially on the Westside where there has been so much historic disinvestment.

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

The City needs to make sure that all of our neighborhoods feel safe and vibrant and attract folks in. One of our biggest strengths as a City is the culture of our neighborhoods. We need to make sure we are investing properly in public safety and quality of life issues, and that we are making strategic investments working with community partners to bring investment back to our disinvested neighborhoods like Price Hill.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

A reduction in the area median income in a census tract means we are failing to grow and sustain our community. An area's median income needs to be growing and similar across the city. The city needs to deliver on the promises of local government to all of our neighborhoods ensuring our police and firefighters are fully staffed and that we are improving governance to deliver for the citizens. I want the residents of Price Hill to call me and my office when they have an issue they need resolved.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

Council and the School Board should partner to develop a mentorship program to teach reading after school. This could include retired teachers, community leaders, and education students at universities. In addition, enforcement of truancy should be a priority. While Council and School Board function separately, Council should hold the Board accountable to high education standards.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

Price Hill is home to several TIF districts. Streamline process to access TIF funds and provide guidance on optimal ways to utilize. Can also be a vehicle for enticing developers to invest in the neighborhood. Revisit more aggressive tax abatements to entice building. City services should be consistent regardless of zip code. Trash collection and snow removal are basic services for tax paying citizens. Same with road maintenance. My entire platform centers around ensuring this. City council should be held accountable. Regular visits to community councils to measure success and seek should be expected.

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

Development and attention to basic services as mentioned above is one concrete way increase livability of the area. Increased police staff and visibility. I am working on a plan to encourage police to move into the city which would include Price Hill. This will increase police presence and build trust.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

The reduction of median income tract suggests that the decline in economic well-being overall for the population. According to research, a middle-class income in Ohio is $61,664. A "livable" wage in Cincinnati is $43,203. Somewhere in-between should be an initial benchmark. Investment in infrastructure and development creates jobs across all industries. Renovation and development of housing and development will attract higher earning residents. Small businesses grants will attract relevant commerce to the area which provide jobs and draw patrons. Regular meetings and town hall events with residents to gather feedback and measure results will be an integral part of the process.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

I believe the City of Cincinnati must invest in workforce development, youth jobs, and career pathways. While on Council, I expanded the Youth2Work program and invested in innovative workforce initiatives. My team and I created a CRC program that introduced at-risk teens to gaming - an entry point to computer engineering skills. National data shows that students who excel in gaming often translate those skills into college scholarships and job opportunities in tech. That’s why we created it, and with partners like the Public Library and the University of Cincinnati, it continues to grow each year. Programs like this open new doors and give our youth a real chance to succeed.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

First and foremost, Council must get the basics right. When I previously served, I focused on efficiencies and service delivery, and when I return, I’ll ensure that same focus on core services is prioritized. Beyond that, the Westside offers a real opportunity for thoughtful development as we update Plan Cincinnati. The City should be intentional about creating more pathways to homeownership in neighborhoods that have experienced decline. By reimagining land use - through adjusted lot sizes that allow for townhomes and missing-middle housing - we can promote stability, expand small business opportunities, and foster growth. This approach strengthens neighborhoods without relying on large rental-only developments.

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

The top priorities of local government are simple: keep people safe, respond in emergencies, and deliver excellent basic services. I have a proven record of tackling these challenges head-on. During my previous service on Council, I worked with communities to reduce litter, streamline trash collection, strengthen 311, expand programming at CRCs, and ensure every pool opened in the summer so kids had a safe place to go. When I return to Council, I’ll restart these initiatives and refocus City Hall on best serving its residents.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

A decline in AMI in a census tract is alarming, and we need leaders relentlessly focused on reversing it. A healthy neighborhood grows in jobs, AMI, housing opportunities, and population. For Price Hill, that means getting the basics right: making safety the top priority, tackling litter and blight, building housing that creates pathways to homeownership and generational wealth, and incentivizing investment in business districts to attract jobs and send more paychecks home to families. I am committed to restoring this focus on the basics, because that’s what creates the foundation for growth. The neighborhood can grade me on how I take initiative, respond when neighbors need help, and deliver solutions.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

As someone who led youth programs with the Children's Defense Fund, I saw firsthand how literacy is a building block for opportunity. I helped improve reading scores and provided free childcare to low-income families, especially during the summer when young people are out of school and more vulnerable.

This is personal to me. As Director of Strategy at United Way of Greater Cincinnati, I co-led a regional effort to reduce chronic absenteeism after the pandemic disrupted so many school connections. If students are not in school, they are not learning. We need to treat absenteeism as a crisis and work across systems to address it.

The city has a unique role as a convener in our education and social service landscape. We must strengthen the wraparound support that makes learning possible—mental health, food access, safety, and transportation. Teachers need to be able to focus on teaching, and students deserve to walk into the classroom ready to learn.

I have also been working with the Cincinnati Federation of Teachers to build a Youth and Families Task Force that listens to students and families directly and helps us build smart, community-rooted solutions. This is how we promote access to education and build trust in our schools. This is how we create opportunity.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

Cincinnati has operated with two standards for far too long. Westside neighborhoods have seen less investment, fewer supports, and fewer business anchors. When Regina Bakery, which had served the West Side since 1964, announced it would close both locations by the end of September 2025, it was a painful reminder that small businesses are struggling in tough economic times. That is exactly why now more than ever we must equitably support our residents and neighborhood businesses.

My platform of Opportunity, Access, and Trust means fighting to fix this imbalance. I would push for public transparency in how and where city funds are spent, especially in historically underserved neighborhoods. I would prioritize infrastructure improvements, targeted small business support, and strategic investments that uplift families and communities. I believe we can measure success by tracking business retention and growth, resident satisfaction with city services, and the strength of our neighborhood corridors. Every Cincinnatian deserves to see their neighborhood thrive.

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

When residents drive out of the city to shop, or choose to leave neighborhoods like Price Hill, they are sending a message that they do not feel the city is meeting their needs. That should be a wake-up call to all of us. The city needs to lead with investments that make everyday life easier and more dignified for working families. That includes improving neighborhood business corridors so families can shop close to home, building safer streets with better lighting and walkability, and expanding city partnerships with trusted local nonprofits who already know how to support residents effectively.

We also need to take real action on property conditions. There are too many vacant or blighted properties creating a sense of neglect. I would push for stronger enforcement tools paired with funding for home repair, first-time homebuyer assistance, and more flexible financing options so families can stay in their homes. I believe when neighborhoods are clean, safe, walkable, and well-lit with functioning infrastructure and locally owned businesses, people will want to stay. But that requires the city to show up consistently.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? A reduction in area median income means residents are falling behind while the rest of the city moves forward. It often reflects job loss, wage stagnation, increased cost of living, or a decline in local investment. It is a signal that economic opportunity is not reaching that community, and that families are facing more barriers to stability. When the city does well but neighborhoods like Price Hill experience decline, it shows that growth is not being shared.

b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? A healthy area median income reflects steady job growth, increased access to high-wage employment, and a thriving local economy that includes current residents. Over time, that income should grow in alignment with the actual cost of living, and it should reflect prosperity that is driven by and for the people who already live there. It should not come at the expense of displacement or gentrification, but should reflect deeper investment in people and place.

c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? I am committed to increasing city investment in West Side neighborhoods, especially in affordable home repair, first-time homeownership support, and youth opportunity. I will push for targeted infrastructure improvements, stronger community safety supports, and local business development efforts that keep legacy residents at the center. Price Hill has been underinvested in for decades, and it is time for us to change that by putting resources directly into families and the local economy.

d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life? They will see it in things that matter. Lower eviction rates, improved school attendance, better lighting and sidewalks, and stronger support for local businesses. They will see it in local pride and participation. When Regina’s Bakery closed, it was not just a business closure. It was a sign of how tough the economy has been for longtime neighborhood institutions. Now more than ever, the city must equitably support small businesses and residents in West Side communities. Growth is only real if people feel it, and I am running to make sure that every part of our city gets the opportunity to rise.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

Obviously we need to do more to support the children of our city. CPS and the City of Cincinnati are separate entities. However, it is incumbent upon both that our young people succeed. Relationships between both the city, Hamilton County, and Cincinnati Public Schools are critical. There is an opportunity for not only greater collaboration, but how we institutionalize our shared desires for young people. In my opinion, we have to use the same metrics to determine what success looks like, and apply resources where we have control. I came into City Hall with a desire to help stabilize families in their homes because 60% of residents are renters. This work has led to the creation of our Tenants Bill of Rights, where the passage of Access to Counsel was so critical. It is in the ability to reduce evictions by providing an attorney and rental assistance that we are keeping families housed. The majority of families we are helping are led by single black moms. This work is also helping us connect housing conditions and health as many children experience asthma who attend CPS schools. Obviously if families are housing insecure, children are not showing up ready to learn. These are examples of policies that can support children, that lift up the City and CPS’s shared vision for a healthier, happier, thriving Cincinnati. Additionally, the effectiveness of how we fund our city’s nonprofits is essential. In my first term on council, It was important to clarify our priorities and streamline a process that produced greater impact. That led to an increase in programs that support youth and prevent violence through our Human Services Funding and Leveraged Support. As a result, we have supported organizations such as Activities Beyond the Classroom, Cincinnati Youth Collaborative, and Women Helping Women which helps teens learn about bystander intervention, boundaries, and safety. Ultimately it’s creating the conditions for greater accountability from the city and CPS through policies, resource allocation, and collaboration.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

We are working to lift up all of Cincinnati. This city will continue to thrive when every neighborhood is experiencing prosperity and economic success. Creating the conditions that will encourage investment in our community, and in all 52 neighborhoods, is paramount. Yes, Investments are risks, and when we can provide certainty by eliminating bureaucratic barriers for development that puts our Cincinnatians first, that’s a step in the right direction. Clearly defined processes help to encourage the success of a project, and remove unnecessary red tape. There are parts of our city that have disproportionately been divested from and uninvested in for more than a generation. During my time on Council, my office, alongside my colleagues, has dug into the details to ask the most pressing question: How can we uplift communities across our city that have seen low, or no, economic development? It was important to support our city’s aging infrastructure with the revenue from the railroad sale; a portion of an existing line we were leasing, that has now doubled in return. As a result, Dunham Recreation Center, which looks identical to the way it did when I was raising my young son, is finally getting a well-deserved makeover. We invested millions of dollars to close the gap on financing for a housing development near Westwood Town Hall. We are looking critically at how we can improve public transit accessibility with our partners at METRO and on the SORTA Board. The barometer of success for residents of the Westside must be seen in improvement in quality of life, higher access to employment, building housing and increasing life expectancy. These are all things that the CIty of Cincinnati is capable of tracking through the work of our departments - and it is on us to not only collect that data, but use it to inform our strategies moving forward. We must continue to fund things like the Affordable Housing Leveraged Fund to incentivize projects that will produce housing and close funding gaps. We have to invest in infrastructure, and prepare city-owned parcels of land that can be better utilized for job creation and housing stock. There cannot, and should not, continue to be a disparity between our neighborhoods. We are one Cincinnati, and as a Councilwoman, I have sought to prioritize equity in representation to ensure that our whole city can thrive, and every Cincinnatian’s voice can be heard. I am not running to be a representative of just the Westside, or just the Eastside, I am running for re-election to Cincinnati City Council because all residents - from Price Hill to Bond Hill, have an experience of our city, and we as elected officials must continue to do our best to create equitable experiences for all of our neighbors.

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

In the 2014 Price Hill Plan, there were seven economic development zones identified. If I am chosen by the voters to continue to serve, in my next term, my focus is on activating those zones. I will continue to make sure that we are empowering the folks on the ground, from Community Councils, Price Hill Will, and all of those business owners and residents who have stake in our neighborhoods to lift their voice on what they hope the future of our city can look like. I have seen that Price Hill preemptively made a suggestion to create a corridor very similar to what we are hoping to see from BRT, and while it is dependent on action, I believe Price Hill can be the starting place where we can see the reversal of previous trends. There are people from all around this region that know Western Hills High School, Elder, or Seton, but they only come for a sporting event. We should work to get people to stop by Price Hill Chili before that event and to come back to experience Mt. Storm Park. I know we can make it happen for Price Hill but it is going to take all of us working together, and promoting the often ignored gems of our neighborhoods.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you?

Reduction in AMI for any census tract is a terrible sign of a declining population in our city, and that people are choosing to move to other places. This is why I am invested in growth policies that add to our neighborhoods. We cannot increase our population as a city, and invest in a thriving city at large, if some of our neighborhoods are being left behind.

b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time?

A healthy median income depends on the neighborhood. I believe the more we create conditions for development that produce mixed income opportunities, we will support neighborhoods where no one is priced out. We need to build a variety of housing across Cincinnati that is reflective of our vision for the future; one where there is housing available for ALL residents. Our soon to be released housing study should be a good indicator in how we might achieve this in the coming years, and it is pertinent that that study, and all other metrics that follow it, are inclusive of the city at large. Most importantly, we also need to make sure we are seeing wage increases for Cincinnatians. We should see scalable increases to the AMI of a census tract over time, that we show success and health. It will not change overnight, but with dedicated equitable development, we will see our neighborhoods thrive.

c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends?

There needs to be a strategy for all 52 neighborhoods. We know that there are neighborhoods where there have been disinvestments, and we know there are neighborhoods that have not been treated equitably when it comes to investment choices. . I believe a refresh to Plan Cincinnati is a component to this strategy in the long term. We should be basing our growth on the ability to leverage existing assets in communities that all correlate to the essentials; building a variety of housing, creating opportunities for small business, job growth and connectivity to jobs, healthcare and education. As an organizer and collaborator I will be intentional about engaging with Price Hill and community stakeholders in how we create even greater opportunity. There needs to be an intentional approach to improving the Price Hills, and not a strategy that will price people out of their homes, which is not what I believe is beneficial for the neighborhood nor the city. We have to prioritize the quality of life for residents who have poured their heart and soul into their neighborhoods.

d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?*

I have consistently supported growth across the city, and there is more work to be done. I have a track record of producing results; like creating more efficiency in how we fund nonprofits for greater impact in communities, the ways we build more housing, support maximum & efficient public transit and supporting organizations that produce and uplift small business. I am committed to continuing to do this work so that every resident; including those in Price Hill, experience the renaissance this city deserves. It starts with what the City can control. With the passage of the railroad sale, Westside residents will see improvements for their roads, the Dunham Rec Center, playgrounds, parks, and so much more. We know that quality of life is directly tied to place making and by having better roads and facilities, that success seeps out into the rest of the community.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

The unfortunate reality is that the extremist supermajority in the Ohio State Legislature is doing all they can to chip away at public education–at the expense of our most vulnerable kids. I’m currently working with CPS, JFS and the Juvenile Courts to explore ways to incorporate additional violence intervention curriculum into our CPS schools to provide additional one-on-one mentoring and wraparound services for those who need it most. This is a model that has had great success in other cities, helping students improve their GPAs and increasing graduation rates.

Providing safe “third-places” after school is also vitally important to kids’ health and safety. That is why I support our continued investment into organizations such as Activities Beyond the Classroom, Learning Grove, Cincinnati Youth Collaborative and our Cincinnati Recreation Commission to provide engaging after-school and weekend programs.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

As Cincinnati continues to grow, it’s vital that we do so equitably while maintaining quality of life standards across every neighborhood. I’m proud this City Council has continually invested in our neighborhood business districts and community development corporations to support community-led development. In fact, the City recently awarded more than $400,000 to Price Hill Will for projects across East, West and Lower Price Hill through the Neighborhood Business District Improvement Program (NBDIP).

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

We need to double down on investing in Price Hill’s neighborhood assets and focusing on quality of life issues. That means strengthening the business districts through continued and expanded funding for NBDIP and Neighborhood Business District Support Fund Program (NBDSF), as well as funding Homebase to support our community development corporations, including Price Hill Will. Additionally, I am fully committed to this City Council’s work investing over $25 million into the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, going after predatory landlords, and reforming our outdated zoning code to make it easier to build housing.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

What this signals to me is that there are places in our city where folks are being left behind. That is why this City Council has invested millions into our Financial Freedoms Blueprint to forgive $50,000 of medical debt relief for 50,000 Cincinnatians and establish child savings accounts for 150 preschool-aged children with an initial deposit of $553. Additionally, we will soon be launching a grocery assistance program where we will be providing families with dollars in pockets to spend on groceries.

A healthy area median income should gradually increase over time with families able to build generational wealth.

With the support of my colleagues, I am very proud to have led the charge to allocate $850,000 to addressing food insecurity through our Human Services Impact Award. The project funded with this grant will focus on creating neighborhood hubs and urban farms in eight of our neighborhoods most impacted by gun violence, including East Price Hill and Lower Price Hill. Additionally, after hearing recently from residents in West Price Hill about their safety concerns, I ensured the Administration met directly with the Community Council and am committed to working with residents and the Administration on the next steps following that meeting.

Price Hill residents will see results in tangible, everyday improvements: new housing options at different price points, safer streets with better lighting, and more recreational opportunities for residents. They will also see transparency in how City Hall continues to measure progress.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

There are numerous factors that play into the state of our Cincinnati Public Schools and the performance of their students. While much of those issues are the focus of the Cincinnati School Board, the City of Cincinnati must do everything it can to play its part and help our future generations. The City must address the housing crisis so that all students have a safe and stable place to call home. The City must invest in infrastructure and improvements to public transit, so that students can more safely travel to and from school and parents and guardians can more easily travel to and from work. The City must invest in workforce development and career pathways so that teenagers and young adults have a path to good-paying careers. Through my leadership the City has launched the Children Savings Account pilot program, to invest funds in educational savings accounts for children to provide them funds and a plan (and hope!) for a future beyond high school.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

After years of growing disparities, this recent Council has begun implementing policies that ensure the more equitable treatment across our 52 neighborhoods. From changes to the residential abatement program to commencement of Cincy on Track infrastructure investments, the City is now planning, tracking, and publicly disclosing how City funding, services, and incentives are being allocated across the City. Following last winter’s snow storm, the City acknowledged the issues with snow removal and road repair. This recent Council has invested significantly more funds into updating and improving the City’s fleet, equipment, and technology related to these public services. I have taken the lead on a Pothole Innovation Lab that has convened data and technology experts to help the City better address the pothole debacle, so that potholes are repaired across the City more efficiently and more equitably without over-dependence on resident reporting. Bigger picture, the City needs to reform its approach to economic development. The City needs to adopt an Office of Strategic Growth to expedite projects stuck in bureaucracy, update the 13 year-old master planning document (Plan Cincinnati) to align policy priorities and community preferences, and reform how the City handles development to better engage stakeholders and streamline processes. While those efforts come together, hopefully with a greater sense of urgency, I have led Council in the creation of, and will be chairing, the Community Investment Subcommittee, which will proactively bring all stakeholders (public parties, residents, business owners, developers, lenders, CDCs, community councils, etc.) of a particular area or neighborhood together to build on neighborhood plans and specifically focus on incentivizing specific economic development opportunities. Improvement can be measured in several ways – population growth, housing growth, housing prices and rents, vacancies, and wage growth – that everyone should be willing to support.

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

After 60 years of decline, the population of Cincinnati increased over the last full decade by 4.2%. During that same decade, the population of Price Hill increased by 8%, making up nearly a quarter of the City’s population growth. Meanwhile, the population of Delhi and Norwood declined, and Colerain grew by only 1.3%. Yet, during that same decade the City lost more than 2,000 housing units. Those shifts have resulted in skyrocketing home prices and rents across the housing spectrum. Changes in shopping and spending habits have caused distress in neighborhood business districts across the City. Through the new Community Investment Subcommittee, and the upcoming reforms to the City’s economic development processes, the City must focus on reimagining these neighborhood business districts by developing policies, allocating funds, and creating incentives that attract community and economic development that is attractive and sustainable, which will create jobs, attract residents, and enhance quality of life.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

a) A reduction in median income can mean a lot of things. It’s possible that a large number of residents lost jobs or moved to jobs with lower income. I have not seen such data and the recent jobs numbers would suggest otherwise. It’s possible that many higher income earners moved out of the neighborhood. But with the large increase in population in Price Hill, it seems to me the mostly likely determining factor would be a large influx of lower-income residents moving into Price Hill during that 10-year period.

b) A healthy area median income should match that of the surrounding areas as well as that of the state and country as a whole, adjusted for cost-of-living differences. Over time, the area median income should trend upwards at a sustainable growth rate in line with surrounding areas, the state, and the country.

c) As discussed above, there are several opportunities for the City to help promote opportunity in Price Hill. I commit to pushing for growth of programs like the Children Savings Accounts that help children in families below 300% of the poverty line to break that cycle of poverty. I will also commit to bringing in the stakeholders from Price Hill to the Community Investment Subcommittee for a transparent and public conversation about how to spur development, housing growth, and job growth in Price Hill.

D) In the short term, Price Hill will see investment in their children through the Children Savings Account, will have an opportunity to engage with the Community Investment Subcommittee, and will see significant investment in public infrastructure, like $7.5 million in improvements to the Dunham Recreation Center. In the long term, we need to see continued growth in population, income levels, and generational wealth, and we need to see decreases in crime and vacancies.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

The city cannot rely on CPS alone for reverse these troubling trends. Literacy is especially an issue in Price Hill where up to ten percent of the children are learning English as a second language. We must dedicate city funds through non profit partners to literacy programs and work with the libraries to provide similar services. In today’s economy, there is precious little opportunity for those who cannot read at an eighth grade level. We must do what we can as a city to open those doors for our younger citizens especially.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

The city continues to dump income restricted housing and group homes in the same handful of neighborhoods. The end result is an intentional concentration of poverty and crime in many West Side neighborhoods. If returned to council by the voters, I pledge to actually listen to East and West Price Hill and reverse this trend. It is deeply unfair to those who have chosen to rise their families and run businesses in these areas.

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

We must immediately stop importing crime and poverty into Price Hill by means of city policy as noted above. But we must also incentivize private development in Price Hill, prosecute absentee landlords and prioritize retuning vacant properties to productive use.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

The decline in income in the West Side census tracts is nothing short of a disgrace. — but, unfortunately, not a surprise. The city’s investment in Price Hill has been sporadic at best and its policies on housing and social service agencies have caused crime and poverty to be even more concentrated there. The lack of quality of life enforcement ion issues such as litter, graffiti, open drug use and prostitution compound the problem. If elected, I promise to first stop digging the hole and bringing new problems into Price Hill. And I will work to provide adequate beat/patrol policing and address the myriad quality of life issues which can be addressed through civil enforcement. Price Hill needs a median income which exceeds the poverty line. And I will be accountable because I know and love Price Hill and you will always see me there.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

We need to provide a safe and clean environment for our schools. This includes a visible police force, safe streets, traffic calming and pedestrian safety. This is the best way for the city to support CPS.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

Some Westside neighborhoods are prospering. Westwood is great example. The Westside brewery, the restoration of the Westwood theater, and the Townhall flats project are all tranformative. The attitude and trajectory of the neighborhood has changed dramatically. The way the businesses, the community council, the CDC, and the city have are working in tandem is a model.

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

Price Hill has so many business districts, and they are so large, it is problematic. A solution is more housing to attract more residents and, especially necessary in Price Hill, more residents with discretionary income to support these business districts.

The city has focused on more housing, but it needs to do more in neighborhoods like Price Hill. Cincinnati is overly reliant on TIF districts for economic development. In neighborhoods where there is development, the TIF grow and catalyze more development. In neighborhoods where there is no development, like Price Hill, the TIFs do not generate revenue. The city needs to grow more resources for development and implement the recommendations in the Cincinnati Futures Commission.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

Mixed-income neighborhoods are critical. Price Hill needs more housing, especially housing that will attract more people and those with the income necessary to support the business district.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

I will try to create an incentive program that would stimulate the attendance and also the education process with the children ...

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

I would meet with the community council every 30days of my term to make sure we are getting change..

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

Public safety ,reinvent housing put in programs to help the children stay out the street and keep a strong education focus and be more neighborly with each another

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

A) that would mean that there is a unbalance in that area B) more employment at a sustainable wages along with affordable housing this should grow the communities wealth.. C) public safety for all, I will work with the community council and Hamilton county School board to install incentive programs for the children to stop low attendance an promote higher education levels.. also rezone if need to repurpose old schools to make efficiency apartments for affordable rent in the neighborhood... D) if I am elected I will meet with the community council every 30days to make sure things are getting done...

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

The City should support after-school tutoring at rec centers, summer reading programs, youth jobs tied to literacy, and school-based mental health services. Families need Wi-Fi, devices, and Safe Routes to School. Progress shown in reduced absenteeism, more students reading on grade level, and stronger family engagement.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

I will advocate for an equity score in city spending, push for more capital dollars directed West of Mill Creek, and support a 311 service blitz. I’ll advocate storefront grants, home repair funds, and youth jobs in Price Hill and the Westside. Progress measured by capital share, service response times, storefront vacancy, and youth job placements.

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

I will advocate for corridor improvements with better lighting, streetscapes, and transit; recruit grocery and sit-down retail; expand home repair and down-payment aid; and push for cleaner, safer streets. Progress seen in new businesses, lower vacancies, higher homeownership, and resident retention.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

a) A falling AMI means disinvestment and rising poverty. b) A healthy AMI grows with the city while keeping housing affordable. c) I will advocate for a Price Hill Equity Zone, more home repair and rent-to-own options, workforce pipelines, and youth programs. d) Residents will see results on a public dashboard tracking AMI, rent burden, homeownership, capital investment, and youth jobs.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

Absenteeism: Identify the problem—transportation? language barriers? need for period products? fear of ICE? issues at home?—and then work with families on solutions. Encourage adults to volunteer in the schools. Just having a positive adult to care about the students and interact with them, even if the individual is not knowledgeable enough about the subject matter, makes a huge difference in a young person's life.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

1. Ensure that proceeds from the CSR Railway sale are equitably spent across neighborhoods, including Price Hill. 2. I am in discussion with LISC to create a fund and program such as the new Grow Avondale to help businesses in Price Hill to survive the chilling effect that ICE has produced and grow, and to attract new businesses. 3. Create incentives and funding streams for adjacent property owners to buy the vacant lots and turn them into housing or beautiful green spaces. 4. Create special funding to turn vacant buildings into affordable multi-family housing.

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

Price Hill has some of my favorite businesses such as Taqueria Valle Verde and Julia's grocery store. The Kroger, however, needs to be cleaned up and beautified.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

The reduction in area median income means that current neighborhood residents are losing income. Also, in the last 2–3 decades, there has been an influx of low-income individuals and families who were displaced by 3CDC's development projects in the OTR/West End area. A healthy median income would be workforce level (80% AMI) or higher. I am committed to Price Hill. I am currently talking to LISC about a financial product that would help small businesses to survive, grow, and thrive. I have held homeownership workshops in the Price Hill Rec Center in an attempt to encourage families to build generational wealth. I would love to see Habitat for Humanity create beautiful yet affordable housing on some of the vacant sites. To see if we have been successful, we will track homeownership increases, small business growth, poverty rate decreases, and small business ownership.

Price Hill has many assets: Its 14,000+ residents are the most racially diverse in the City. Price Hill is the only place where my office has had a bi-lingual street-naming event (for “Federico Ventura Way”), and where many of us enjoy sunrise yoga at Mt. Echo Park, or watching the horses at Horses on the Hill. You'll fall in love with Vera Cruz Restaurant and Bloc Ministries Coffee, and enjoy cooking classes at Meister's. The new library is gorgeous, and the youth orchestra practices across the street in the refurbished fire house. The ARCO welcomes you to free dance classes and other events, and the Washing Well is a place to get info on neighborhood events while your clothes are getting clean. Sassafras Garden is beautiful and calm, and St. Michael's is a charming place for dinners and other events. Best of all, residents love Price Hill, and neighbors look out for each other.

BUT poverty is alarmingly high in Price Hill: It is 72% in Lower Price Hill, 43% in East Price Hill, and 25% in West Price Hill. Cincinnati's poverty rate is 24.5%, more than twice the national average. This means lifespan in Price Hill is lower, infant mortality is higher, and chronic diseases are more prevalent. Given the low homeownership rate and high unemployment, families are struggling financially and have no generational wealth to pass on to their children.

There are plenty of vacant buildings that could be refurbished and turned into affordable housing, and there are many plots of land existing without structures on them. With all of the amenities and the beginning revitalization of the Warsaw Campus, the neighborhood is ripe for investment and development. We must create programs to help current residents purchase the vacant lands and buildings and create housing, rather than encouraging developers to come in and drive up costs. Price Hill will be booming soon—so let's ensure that current residents are not displaced, but are given the economic opportunity they deserve.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

The City must be a true partner to CPS by bringing Cincinnati Recreation Commission programming back into schools and neighborhoods, staying engaged with the CPS school board, and funding initiatives that support literacy, after-school programs, and summer learning. Progress will be seen through reduced chronic absenteeism, higher reading proficiency rates, and increased participation in CRC and after-school programs.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

I will prioritize basic services first—repairing alleys, fixing potholes, restoring streetlights, tackling illegal dumping, and enforcing codes—and champion for surge crews focused on the Westside to decrease the disparity of service levels with other parts of the city. Improvement will be measured by faster 311 response times, more lane-miles paved and alleys resurfaced, reductions in shots fired and robberies, and fewer storefront vacancies as new businesses move in.

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

The City can make Price Hill the place to start and grow a business by streamlining permits and offering small-business incentives. Expand rehab loans for small landlords and crack down on those not following code or making a positive impact in the neighborhood. It is also important to invest in youth programming. This will give families reasons to stay, shop, and raise children here. Success will look like reduced storefront vacancies, new families moving in, and residents choosing to shop locally rather than outside the city.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

A reduction in AMI means families are earning less, struggling more, and facing disinvestment. A healthy AMI should grow steadily with the region and allow families to afford housing without being cost-burdened. I will push for job training and apprenticeships, micro-grants for local entrepreneurs, and more affordable homeownership opportunities. Accountability will come through quarterly check-ins with the community, clear notifications of impactful city changes, and a commitment to partner with residents directly to address needs and priorities.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

We have to give some accountability to parents and guardians. If parents receive benefits from Jobs and Family Services, that resource can be attached to the child’s attendance. Some intervention can be done at that level. No one wants their income or food subsidy reduced or removed.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

Improvement will be measured by the growth in the population. The city should focus on promoting growth of small businesses in the area.

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

Every community should have points of interest, especially somewhere to buy groceries. A grocery store at the old Frisch’s site could be a start.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

Clearly a reduced median income indicates generally a smaller salary. If housing and food cost is comparable, then that’s tolerable. Programs to provide even a small allowance to the children would be helpful. The children could help keep the neighborhood clean and receive compensation for it. The truancy rate will decrease. We have to put the focus on our children to turn this around. A recommended median for a family of 2 would be $40,000.

Children are the future. Schools are a major reason for families to choose to move to one district over another. Considering Cincinnati Public Schools’ district report card, drop in number of gifted children, increase in Price Hill’s schools’ chronic absenteeism (up to 70%), and decrease in literacy rates (60% of students not on grade level), what should The City of Cincinnati be doing to support literacy and promote prioritization of education?

Reading is the foundation of opportunity. The City will partner with Cincinnati Public Schools, our libraries, and neighborhood leaders to put reading coaches in the earliest grades, hire attendance navigators to get kids back in class, expand summer literacy, and publish a public dashboard so every family can see progress.

The city's development policies have divided the city and created two Cincinnati in terms of quality of life, city service expectations, investment, and development with the Westside clearly being the loser. What specific steps would you take to address that and how will improvement be measured?

Big picture approach: Restore equitable investment and services across Cincinnati so West Side neighborhoods like Price Hill get the same safe streets, good schools, reliable city services, and commercial choices that keep families and businesses rooted here. That means targeted place-based investment, accountability metrics, and fast feedback loops with residents.

1) How development has divided the city — specific steps to fix it
Problems to solve (evidence): Cincinnati has concentrated development and investment patterns that leave West Side neighborhoods behind; the city has published neighborhood plans and is rolling targeted projects in West Price Hill, but disparities remain.

Concrete steps (policy + program):
1) Create an Equitable Development Fund (EDF). Source: dedicate a fixed % of new downtown/major-project PILOTs and redevelopment incentives to a fund for West Side business districts (Glenway Ave, Harrison Ave, etc.). Use: small business grants, façade programs, commercial rent stabilization pilots, and catalytic site acquisition.
2) Place-based Tax Incentives & Conditionality. Make certain city incentives conditional on demonstrable local hiring, minority business participation, and reinvestment in adjacent West Side corridors (e.g., 20% local hire, 15% subcontracting to local small businesses).
3) Community Land Trust + Vacant Lot Acquisition. Stop speculative vacancy and hold land for mixed-income housing and neighborhood retail.
4) Small Business & Merchant Support Hub. One-stop center in Price Hill offering grants, low-interest loans, technical assistance, marketing, and storefront improvement—paired with a micro-grant for first-year COVID/post-pandemic recovery.
5) Targeted Infrastructure & Safety Upgrades. Prioritize pothole repair, lighting, sidewalk ramps, bus-shelter upgrades, and CPTED projects on West Side commercial corridors.
6) Retail Leakage & Market Activation Program. Use short-term pop-ups, night markets, and grants to attract destination restaurants and retail; pair with marketing campaign to retain shoppers locally (counteract shopping leakage to NKY/Delhi/Colerain).

How progress is measured (KPIs): Retail vacancy rate on target corridors (baseline → target); net new storefront businesses & retained legacy businesses; local sales tax revenue per corridor; foot-traffic counts and retail leakage studies (monthly/quarterly); jobs created/hired locally (percent local hires). (We’ll report these metrics publicly quarterly.)

Many residents in Price Hill shop in Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, and Colerain. Residents with choice are choosing to move out of Cincinnati because of their experience in Price Hill. What can the city do to reverse that trend and become a neighborhood where people are attracted to visit or live?

Making Price Hill a place people choose to visit or live
Barriers you mentioned: shoppers choosing Northern Kentucky, Delhi, Norwood, Colerain; residents moving away.
Actions to reverse that trend:
1) Fix the basics first: aggressive code/enforcement for blight, block-by-block public realm clean-ups, and visible street repairs so residents feel day-to-day improvement.
2) Transportation & Access: increase frequency and reliability of bus routes serving Price Hill, add wayfinding/parklets and safe crossings to make corridors more walkable and welcoming.
3) Destination Programming: quarterly cultural/food events, Saturday maker markets, and a “Shop Price Hill” loyalty program with participating merchants and digital coupons to recapture local spend.
4) Housing stability and rehab: targeted homeowner rehab grants and emergency repairs for seniors to keep longtime residents in place and maintain housing stock.
5) Public safety paired with social services: community policing + embedded social workers to address root causes (mental health, substance use, etc.) rather than purely punitive responses.
6) Marketing & Partnership: co-op with Cincinnati tourism, local foundations, and neighborhood orgs to promote Price Hill’s assets and events.
Metrics to track: net migration (in-/outflow), local retail sales and card-transaction volumes, transit ridership on targeted routes, vacancy rates and building permit activity, and resident satisfaction via annual neighborhood survey.

There are very few census tracts out of 120 census tracts that have experienced a reduction in area median income. Two of the four known census tracts that have a documented reduced area median income from 2010 to 2020 are in Price Hill. a) What does a reduction in area median income for a census tract mean to you? b) What is your idea of what a healthy area median income is and how should that look over time? c) What commitments will you make to specifically Price Hill to help promote opportunity and correct the downward trends? d) How will Price Hill residents see that you kept your commitment to desirable growth and positive improvements to quality of life?

a) What does a reduction in AMI mean? A decline in AMI tells us that families in that census tract are, on average, earning less than they did a decade ago. That can mean: outmigration of higher-wage earners; loss of quality jobs or barriers to employment mobility; rising poverty and reduced consumer spending; stress on housing stability. For me, it is a red flag that the neighborhood is falling behind and the city’s development policies are not working equitably.

b) What is a healthy AMI, and how should it look over time? A healthy AMI tracks at least in line with the city and county median, grows steadily year after year without displacement, and is paired with rising educational attainment, lower poverty rates, and stable homeownership. Over time, Price Hill’s AMI should narrow the gap with the city median while keeping housing affordable.

c) Commitments to Price Hill to promote opportunity and reverse the trend Price Hill Opportunity Fund (city dollars + philanthropic matches) for job training, small business support, and homeownership; Jobs Corridor Initiative with local employers/unions for apprenticeships (guaranteed interviews for Price Hill residents); block-by-block home repair and first-time homebuyer incentives; grants/loans and storefront improvements for entrepreneurs and pop-ups to recapture shopping lost to NKY/Colerain; anchor institution commitments to hire/contract locally.

d) How will residents see I kept my commitment? A Price Hill Scorecard (published quarterly) tracking AMI, unemployment, new businesses, housing stability, and crime; visible storefront openings, home repairs, and infrastructure fixes; a resident-led Price Hill Advisory Board to guide spending; and quarterly town halls showing progress against baselines and taking questions directly.