Pocatello families are getting priced out. When we increase supply across the board and upgrade the older homes we already have and build more entry-level homes, townhomes, ADUs, and quality affordable rental units—prices stabilize and people can plant roots.

I grew up singing “Pocatello, here we come!” in the family station wagon and I’ve just never lost that feeling of home. I worked my way through ISU, learned to lead people early (from a Rax Roast Beef assistant manager to running the Farmers.com customer service team), and spent years serving on the Homeless & Housing Coalition because a stable home is the bedrock of a healthy city and economy. 

What I’ll do:

• Continue to modernize zoning (ADUs, townhomes, small-lot starters, adaptive reuse) and fast-track projects that meet clear design rules.

• Cut permit times, streamline inspections, and publish a predictable checklist for builders and rehabbers.

• Bring idle units back online with rehab incentives; leverage tools like LIHTC/CDBG/HOME and land partnerships.

• Expand first-time homebuyer help tied to financial counseling.

How to know I’ve kept my word:

• more permits issued

• higher vacancy rate for rentals

• rent growth flattening

• rising owner-occupancy