I’ve called Boulder home for over 25 years, and today I live in South Boulder with my wife Jessica and our two kids, Mason (10) and Avalynn (7). I first came here to study Astrophysics at CU Boulder, and like the lucky few, I never left. For over a decade, I worked at Fiske Planetarium as an astronomer and education programs manager, collaborating on NASA research and local partnerships with federal labs and aerospace companies. After leaving CU in 2017, I helped lead the effort to create the nation's first Dark Sky Reserve in Central Idaho a project rooted in my passion for protecting our planet and connecting people to the wonder of the night sky.
My path into public service started in 2017, when I first ran for Boulder City Council. Since then, I’ve been deeply engaged in local advocacy, serving on community working groups, championing flood mitigation and affordable housing, and pushing for a more inclusive, equitable government.
In 2019, I led the coalition that helped elect a progressive council majority, and in 2020, I spearheaded the successful Our Mayor–Our Choice ballot measure, which gave Boulder residents the power to directly elect our mayor through Ranked Choice Voting. In 2021, I was privileged to earn your vote to join the Boulder City Council.
Outside of City Council, I wear a few hats: I’m a photographer, freelance astronomer, and have served on several nonprofit boards that reflect my values: environmental conservation, education, and civic engagement. These include Garden to Table, Boulder Open Space Conservancy, and the Idaho Conservation League. On Council, I currently represent Boulder on multiple boards, including the Policy Committee of the Colorado Municipal League (which I formerly chaired), Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art, and the Downtown Boulder Business Improvement District.
At heart, I’m a dad, a science nerd, and a nature enthusiast. I love cheering on the Buffs, supporting our events and arts scene, and dining around town. My family’s happiest outside hiking, camping, skiing, and soaking in all that makes Boulder special. You'll often find me digging into science and policy, tending to our garden or driving the carpool. My kids keep me young and humble: they don’t always laugh at my dad jokes… but in celebrating their experiences at school, on a field, or on a stage, they remind me that it’s our incredible community that is the lifeblood of future generations. Boulder is a special place to live.
This is what drives me most: continuing to make Boulder better for future generations. I care deeply about what matters to my neighbors, and as your City Councilmember, I’ll continue to take your ideas and fight to turn them into real progress for Boulder.