Housing Justice & Tenant Protections

Housing is a human right, yet nearly 50% of us in Worcester struggle to afford housing.

We need bold, immediate action to address this crisis and protect those most impacted. I am committed to fighting for a Worcester where everyone has access to safe, stable, and affordable housing. That means:

Strengthening tenant protections, enacting rent stabilization, and banning no-fault evictions to prevent displacement.
Expanding financial assistance programs for residents facing hardship & increasing tax relief for low-income, senior, and disabled residents.
Holding landlords accountable for providing safe, code-compliant housing.
Supporting small, local landlords with resources and tax incentives to maintain affordability.
Investing in deeply affordable housing, transitional housing, and shelter access.
Exploring innovative solutions like home-sharing programs and repurposing vacant buildings and lots for housing.

Worcester's housing market is being shaped by forces far beyond our neighborhoods. Between 2004 and 2019, 52% of investor purchases in Worcester were made by large or institutional buyers, compared to 42.2% statewide. This level of speculative ownership displaces residents and drives up costs.

We must shift the narrative: this isn't a landlord vs. tenant issue—

The real issue lies between local communities and exploitative profit driven development models. Policies should focus on curbing speculative investments and supporting community-centered housing solutions that prioritize tenants, local landlords, and homeowners.

I am committed to putting people first.

Public Health & Community Investment

Strong communities start with strong public health infrastructure.

I am committed to funding life-saving services, investing in harm reduction, and making Worcester a safer, healthier city for all.

I will work to:

Fund community-based mental health and harm reduction services that are accessible, trauma-informed, and designed to meet people's needs with dignity and care.
Support Overdose Prevention Centers to save lives and address the opioid crisis with real solutions.
Expand non-carceral crisis response teams to reduce reliance on police for mental health emergencies.
Commit to Vision Zero principles — reduce traffic deaths by expanding protected bike lanes, pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, and well-lit crosswalks.
Support free fare transit to improve access to jobs, healthcare, and education.

Transparency & Accountability

Residents deserve a government that listens, acts, and works for them—not for corporate interests.

I will push for real accountability by:

Implementing participatory budgeting so residents have a direct say in how city funds are spent.
Increasing transparency in city contracts & spending to prevent backroom deals and mismanagement.
Establishing meaningful community review processes so decisions reflect the needs and priorities of Worcester's people.
Identifying and reducing barriers to civic engagement, making it easier for all residents—especially working people, renters, and marginalized communities—to participate in local government.

A truly representative government starts with removing obstacles to participation and ensuring every resident's voice is heard—not just those with money, privilege, and connections.