Economic Growth & Opportunity

  • Opened Panasonic’s $4 billion electric vehicle battery plant in De Soto, the largest private-sector development in Kansas history, creating thousands of jobs and $26 billion in annual economic impact.
  • Announced development including:
    • Honeywell’s $84 million expansion in Olathe, adding 156 jobs and generating $47 million in GDP
    • Fiserv’s new Strategic FinTech hub in Overland Park, bringing 2,000 new jobs to the region
    • Merck Animal Health’s $895 million expansion of the company’s manufacturing facility
  • Enabled New Century Commerce Center’s growth, unlocking 850 acres for future development and supporting over 5,000 jobs, creating more than $1 billion in local economic impact.
  • Looking ahead: Continue attracting high-impact employers, expand support for small businesses, and invest in workforce development to keep Johnson County competitive.

 

Infrastructure & Smart Planning

  • Modernized US 69 with express lanes and secured $1.5 million in federal funding for wastewater infrastructure protection.
  • Advanced K-10 corridor improvements to support western county growth and increased traffic.
  • Oversaw the largest-ever investment in county infrastructure at the Nelson Wastewater Treatment Facility, saving $210 million and keeping rates stable through 2031.
  • Looking ahead: complete major highway projects and ensure infrastructure keeps pace with both rural and urban development.

 

Safe and Healthy Communities

  • Opened new Med-Act stations in Lenexa, Shawnee, and Olathe to meet growing emergency service needs.
  • Launched Johnson County’s Mental Health Court and expanded the co-responder program, improving outcomes for residents with mental health challenges.
  • Built a new Health Services Building to co-locate mental health, aging, and public health services for better care coordination.
  • Looking ahead: Strengthen public safety partnerships and expand mental health and aging services.

 

Supporting economic growth

A vibrant economy benefits all residents. We will work to attract and retain quality companies in high-growth industries that offer good-paying jobs. We will partner with local entrepreneurs, business owners, and workers to strengthen our own small and growing businesses and give them the support they need to succeed.

 

Fiscal Responsibility & Quality of Life

  • Maintained Triple-A bond rating for 17 consecutive years, reflecting strong financial management and stability.
  • Delivered the lowest general tax level in Kansas, with seven mill levy reductions in eight years, saving residents $37 million in property taxes in 2025 alone.
  • Created property tax rebate program for seniors.
  • Upgraded parks and libraries, including the new Antioch Library and major improvements at Oak Park and Shawnee branches; JCPRD parks contribute $279 million annually to the local economy.
  • Looking ahead: Continue responsible budgeting, invest in amenities that enhance daily life, and ensure Johnson County remains a top destination for residents, businesses, and visitors

 

Proven Leadership in Challenging Times

  • Stood strong for election integrity in the face of bogus investigations and allegations by the former Johnson County Sheriff
  • Protected crucial programs including SNAP during the 2025 government shutdown.
  • Created the Big 5 Caucus of Kansas’s largest five counties, actively working to collectively shape policy in Topeka that benefits Johnson County
  • Represents a strong voice for Johnson County in metro-wide discussion, including planning for KC2026 World Cup