I will continue to Stand for You in District 2.
I am running for re-election. Together, let’s continue this new era of leadership on the Kalamazoo County Commission. Now is not the time to return to the strategies of the past. This community has significant issues that must be tackled—from solving affordable housing shortages, reducing gun violence, reforming our criminal justice system, improving our public health outcomes, and responding to the climate crisis. We need leadership that is focused on equity and community collaboration. This work has just begun, and I will continue to stand for you in the work ahead.
As your current Kalamazoo County Commissioner, I am running for re-election to continue to represent the residents of District 2 in Kalamazoo County. As part of this community for over 20 years, I am deeply proud that I have raised my family and spent my career here. I will continue to bring my public policy experience and my work as an elected official, advocate, and mental health professional to serve you.
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Keep Moving Forward - Fighting for Equity:
Standing up for Workers
Ensuring the county is paying livable wages to all of our employees.
Fighting that union employees have the support and recognition of the board and get compensation they deserve.
Eliminating policy loopholes that allow bad contractors immediate access to future bid opportunities.
Combating the Climate Crisis
Protecting and investing in our public lands.
Supporting green infrastructure projects and flood mitigation.
Holding corporate polluters accountable for the impacts of climate change.
Supporting Stable and Affordable Housing
Advancing the effective use of county housing millage dollars to increase access to affordable housing.
Ensuring struggling homeowners have access to resources and supports to make critical home repairs.
Creating senior housing that respects our elders and supports them to age with grace and independence.
Improving Public Health
Implementing the historic collaboration between the City of Kalamazoo and Kalamazoo County to tackle gun violence.
Continuing to dismantle systemic racism in County policy, processes, and services through community collaboration.
Continuing to follow the science and stand up for public health officials when combatting COVID 19.
“Jen’s sense to fight for what’s right is only matched by the size of her heart. We need to continue moving our County forward and to do that we need someone who will bring in new bold ideas and forward-thinking vision. Jen is this person.”