We've Done Great Things And We're Not Finished Yet
Created Jobs for Us
Managed Our Money
Improved Our Infrastructure
Enhanced Our Quality of Life
Recruited 46,000 jobs for workers of all skill levels
Diversified the local economy by bringing in new industries
Built the best job market in the U.S. with 1.7% unemployment
Collaborated with regional leaders to bring in Mazda-Toyota, Polaris, Blue Origin, Meta, and many others
Brought in $5.3 billion in industrial investment in the last five years
Led the city to 14 straight AAA bond ratings
Manages efficient government on a balanced budget year after year
Building a new city hall to streamline city services for citizens
Responsibly put $200 million back into capital investments across the city
Invested nearly $1 billion in road repaving and infrastructure improvements in every district
Restructured city bus service to be more efficient and grow with the city
Hired trusted experts in planning, traffic management, and transportation
Developed systems for citizen reporting of potholes, sidewalk needs, and other issues
Built or renovated parks in neighborhoods across the city, including Johnson Legacy, Big Spring Park, and Kid’s Space
Developed a walkable and bikeable greenway system
Orchestrated the nation’s first-ever city music audit and hired a Music Officer to support a growing arts and entertainment scene
Invested in major renovation and expansion of the Von Braun Center
Built the world-class Orion Amphitheater
Revitalized important nodes like downtown, MidCity, and Haysland Square
In partnership with city council, brought new retail to every district