A diverse councilor for a diverse city.

 

Biography

Background: I am a lifelong resident of Cambridge with a deep commitment to improving the quality of life for Cambridge residents. I own a small business and am closely attuned to the needs of small business owners. I am raising my grandchildren who are currently in Cambridge public schools. My 10 years on the Cambridge School Committee attest to my commitment to the quality of our public schools. Prior to serving on the School Committee, I served as Executive Director of the Civic Unity Committee of the City of Cambridge, working on equity and fairness. I am also a Justice of the Peace.

I am currently serving my third term on the Cambridge City Council, chairing the Neighborhood & Long Term Planning Committee. I'm a member of the National Committee on Youth, Families and Education and Human Development Committee (National League of Cities); the Massachusetts Democratic State Committee; the Massachusetts Municipal Association; and the NAACP.

Awards

1983
Boys and Girls Club of Cambridge Community Service Award
1989
Secretary of State Creating Community: The African Experience in MA
1992
A Black Legislative Caucus Education Award
1994
Harriet Wigfall Community Service Award
1995
The National Council of Women of Courage and Conviction Award Negro Women, Inc.
1996
MA Black Legislative Caucus Community Service Award for Four Sisters
1996
Cambridge Youth Program Outstanding Contribution to Cambridge Youth
1997
Maynard School Unselfish Devotion and Distinguished Service
1998
Maynard School Service Award
1996-97
American Directory of Who's Who in Executives and Businesses
1998
Triad Veterans 1st Annual Bridge Award
1998
Certificate of Congressional Congressman Joseph Kennedy Recognition
2000
Lavender Alliance Gay and Lesbian Community Service Award

 

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