ABOUT DAWN

With grace, strength, and resilience, we will forge a positive path for the future of Montgomery County.

Since first being elected in 2022, Dawn’s pragmatic approach, attention to detail, and results-oriented leadership have delivered for the newly created District 7.

Dawn’s expertise in public safety, education, and mental and behavioral health have brought fresh ideas to take on some of our County’s most difficult challenges and greater accountability so we provide effective service while supporting the public servants who make our local government work.

As a first-term Councilmember, Dawn has built coalitions with residents, business owners, and nonprofit leaders in communities whose voices were too often ignored.

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Dawn’s Record for District 7

PUBLIC SAFETY

Secured funding and expansion for Drone as First Responder, a national model and force multiplier that is addressing crime and supporting law enforcement to de-escalate and more efficiently serve our communities

SAFEGUARDING OUR VALUES

Authored legislation to protect sensitive healthcare information, including reproductive health, for those seeking to work in Montgomery County and co-led legislation to better serve immigrant victims of crime

PROTECTING STUDENTS AND EDUCATORS

Requested an independent investigation into the school system’s mishandling of a principal facing serious harassment and misconduct complaints, leading to needed reforms to protect educators, students, and families

HOUSING SECURITY AND AFFORDABILITY

Supported increased investment in direct support for those facing eviction, while creating additional incentives and innovative solutions to boost housing supply

SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Created a way for those visiting local farms, breweries, wineries, and other Upcounty businesses to stay overnight, while protecting the agricultural purpose of the Agricultural Reserve

DELIVERING DISTRICT 7 PRIORITIES

Worked with community leaders and County and State colleagues to advance key local projects including the Olney Community Building, Shady Grove Bus Depot relocation, Montgomery Village recreation services, and the future revitalization of Main Street in Damascus