As Your MAYOR

Our Community Values.

Transparent Governance

We believe leadership must be earned through trust, not assumed through title. Transparent governance means every resident has access to the truth, a seat at the table, and a voice in the decisions that shape Awendaw’s future.

As Your Mayor We commit to:

• Open communication through regular updates, public forums, and accessible records

• Ethical decision-making rooted in community input and legal integrity

• Accountability in every contract, vote, and policy—no exceptions, no silence

This pillar is not just about policy—it is about restoring faith in leadership. Because when government is honest, communities rise.

Together We Rise—with truth, clarity, and shared responsibility.

Community Resilience & Emergency Readiness

Awendaw deserves leadership that prepares, protects, and responds. From hurricanes to housing insecurity, our town must be equipped to face challenges with compassion and coordination.

As Your Mayor We commit to:

• Supporting urgent home repairs for elderly and vulnerable residents

• Training volunteers and families in emergency protocols and safety planning

• Strengthening infrastructure to withstand storms and safeguard neighborhoods

• Building partnerships that prioritize rapid response and long-term recovery

This pillar is about more than readiness—it’s about resilience, care, and collective strength. Because when crisis comes, we don’t wait—we rise.

Together We Rise—to prepare, protect, and persevere.

Land Preservation & Rural Protection

Awendaw’s land is more than property—it’s legacy. From settlement communities to family-owned acres, our rural soul must be protected from unchecked development and displacement. This pillar defends what generations have built and honors the natural beauty that defines us.

As Your Mayor We commit to:

• Preserving generational land through responsible zoning and legal advocacy

• Protecting wetlands, forests, and wildlife corridors from environmental harm

•Opposing profit-driven expansion that threatens our culture, ecology, and community trust

•Partnering with conservation leaders to ensure long-term stewardship and education

This is about more than boundaries—it’s about belonging. We rise to protect our roots, our land, and the future we’re building together.

Together We Rise—to preserve, protect, and honor Awendaw’s rural soul.

Awendaw’s strength lies in its people—and every voice deserves to be heard. Inclusive engagement means reaching across neighborhoods, generations, and histories to build a town rooted in trust, compassion, and shared responsibility.

As Your Mayor We commit to:

• Hosting listening sessions and town halls that reflect the full diversity of our community

• Creating space for youth, elders, and settlement communities to shape local decisions

• Mobilizing volunteers and partners through transparent outreach and collaborative planning

• Honoring lived experience as expertise—because real leadership listens first

This pillar is about more than participation—it’s about belonging. We rise together when every resident feels seen, valued, and empowered to lead.

Together We Rise—with unity, empathy, and collective voice.

Inclusive Engagement

Strategic Growth & Local Empowerment

Awendaw’s future must be shaped by its people—not dictated by outside interests. Strategic growth means honoring our land, culture, and legacy while building infrastructure that uplifts local families, entrepreneurs, and youth.

We commit to:

• Enforcing development policies that protect generational land and community trust

• Prioritizing local vendors, minority-owned businesses, and workforce training

• Creating pathways for rural entrepreneurship, youth engagement, and legacy preservation

• Ensuring every expansion reflects community values—not corporate agendas

This pillar is about building with purpose—not pressure. We rise to grow wisely, empower locally, and protect what matters most.

Together We Rise—with vision, voice, and values.