Invested in Youth Development:
Re-launched the Summer Training Enrichment Program (STEP) — now called the Youth Career Program — to equip young people ages 16–24 with essential workplace skills while fostering social, civic, and leadership growth.

Created Pathways Out of Homelessness:
Started the Chance to Shine pilot program to provide entry-level positions within City departments for patrons of the Four Oaks Day Center. This initiative, inspired by the 2023 Homeless Forum, promotes employment stability and self-sufficiency for residents experiencing homelessness.

Expanded Childcare Opportunities:
Initiated a Virginia Building Code Technical Review for family day homes, resulting in a change that allows these childcare providers to operate as residential properties for up to 12 children. This reform removes costly commercial requirements and opens the door for more home-based childcare businesses in Newport News and across Virginia.

Strengthened Community Partnerships:
Partnered with First Spark and United Way to host “Child Care: Everybody’s Business,” a business leaders’ breakfast focused on expanding access to affordable, high-quality childcare for working families.

Improved Public Safety and Environmental Balance:
Extended the Urban Archery Season to responsibly reduce the growing deer population and protect residents’ safety and property.

Encouraged Business Growth:
Eliminated Zoning Parking Minimums for businesses, reducing unnecessary barriers and encouraging redevelopment and economic innovation across the city.