Public Service

Paramus Board of Education
I serve on the Paramus Board of Education. My approach to public service is practical and focused on outcomes that matter to students, families, and the broader community.

What I’ve Worked On

  • Academic Excellence

    • Supported curriculum improvements and academic enrichment initiatives.

    • Advocated for measurable outcomes and accountability in academic programs.

    • Supported professional development for teachers.

  • Fiscal Responsibility

    • Advocated for transparency in district spending.

    • Questioned unnecessary expenditures and pushed for operational efficiency.

    • As Finance Chair, I pushed the district to explore alternatives to the NJ State health plan while maintaining comparable coverage, which helped reduce projected costs in the budget by nearly $5 million.

  • Student Safety & Wellness

    • Supported anti-bullying efforts and a culture of respect across schools.

    • Supported school safety upgrades, emergency preparedness, and responsible facility improvements.

    • Focused on maintaining safe and supportive school environments for students and staff.

  • Community Engagement

    • Worked to improve communication between the Board and families.

    • Attended school events and listened to parent concerns.

    • Encouraged greater parent involvement in district decision-making.

  • Current Focus

    • Improving academic performance through data-informed decision-making.

    • Supporting strong reading, math, and STEM programs.

    • Maintaining safe, supportive school environments, both physically and emotionally.

    • Prioritizing in-house mental health support, school security, and emergency preparedness.

    • Continuing to emphasize fiscal accountability, transparency, and responsible use of taxpayer funds.

    • Supporting teachers with resources and professional development while improving transparency for parents.

ELECTED SERVICE

VOLUNTEER SERVICE

  • Volunteer Firefighter

    • I serve as a volunteer firefighter in Paramus, responding to emergencies and supporting the department’s public safety mission. This role has reinforced how much local safety depends on preparation, teamwork, and people who are willing to step up when the community needs help.

    • Volunteering in this capacity has shaped how I think about municipal support for first responders, volunteer recruitment, and the importance of making sure local departments have the resources they need to operate safely and effectively.

  • Auxiliary Police Officer

    • I previously served with the Paramus Auxiliary Police, supporting community events and public safety operations. That experience helped ground my understanding of how visible, approachable public safety presence builds trust and reinforces community safety at the local level.

  • Special Law Enforcement Officer

    • I serve as a Special Law Enforcement Officer in Paramus in an appointed capacity, supporting local law enforcement operations and community safety efforts. This role has given me firsthand exposure to the realities of public safety work at the municipal level, including the importance of training, clear procedures, and professional standards.

    • The experience has shaped how I think about local governance and public safety policy, particularly the need for practical support for officers, transparency in how departments operate, and accountability to the community.

PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICE

Across elected office, volunteer service, and appointed public safety roles, my approach is consistent: to show up, take responsibility seriously, and focus on the practical work that helps communities function.