There is a Better Way
Monica knows the unique and complex needs of this district and how to serve a region whose politics span from left to right, made up of quaint urban neighborhoods to rural family farms. When she goes after something, she doesn’t quit. This district needs a fighter who also knows how to build consensus and get things done. She has a proven track record of working across the aisle, considering everyone’s voice without being biased, and discerning how best to move our community forward. She is a peacemaker, but also knows when to flip some tables. She will deliver the servant leadership that Virginians deserve.
Common-Sense Approach
Monica will fiercely defend women’s reproductive rights and expand access to care, invest heavily in public education and create a path for school choice that won’t adversely impact public schools, secure a dedicated funding stream to establish regional mental health facilities, bolster local economies by investing in public transportation, address the housing crisis by incentivizing affordable and variety of housing, and develop a process to finally address the Commonwealth’s rampant unfunded mandates.
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There is a Better Way
I know the unique and complex needs of this district and how to serve a region whose politics span from left to right, made up of quaint urban neighborhoods to rural family farms. When I go after something, I don’t quit. This district needs a fighter who also knows how to build consensus and get things done. I have a proven track record of working across the aisle, considering everyone’s voice without being biased, and discerning how best to move our community forward. I am a peacemaker, but I also know when to flip some tables. I deliver the servant leadership that Virginians deserve.
I will fiercely defend women’s reproductive rights and expand access to care, invest heavily in public education and create a path for school choice that won’t adversely impact public schools, secure a dedicated funding stream to establish regional mental health facilities, bolster local economies by investing in public transportation, address the housing crisis by incentivizing affordable and variety of housing, and develop a process to finally address the Commonwealth’s rampant unfunded mandates.
The New 27th District
The new 27th District consists of Stafford County (partial) Spotsylvania County (partial), Fredericksburg City.
The New 27th District
The new 27th District consists of Stafford County (partial) (61.44%), Spotsylvania County (partial), (24.58%) Fredericksburg City (13.98%).
On The Issues
Looking in the mirror, I see a mother proud to call Dinwiddie home. I see a single parent, who works hard to provide a decent life for her son. I see a concerned citizen, who believes you shouldn’t have to choose between groceries or gas.
But lately, I see more than an individual. I see parents who want their children to attend quality public schools. I see neighbors, who want to run errands without fearing for their safety. I see an economy leaving us behind no matter how hard we work. I see the need to take action.
I’m running because I feel called to stand up for others.
I’m not a career politician, but if it takes me getting into politics to invoke change, then I will become a politician for all of us!
- Ensure state funding covers adequate staffing of Sheriff and Police departments
- Increase financial assistance for Community Based Alternative Treatment Services
- Work with community leaders, individual citizens, and law enforcement to establish crime prevention initiatives reminiscent of Neighborhood Watch
- Raise per pupil spending to the statewide average
- Ensure state funding covers all public school Standards of Quality
- Mental health resources should exist in every school AND be available to both students and staff.
- We are surrounded by agriculture, yet food insecurity exists in our community
- Incentivize local farmers to donate crops to local food banks
- Encourage major grocery store retailers to invest in our community
On The Issues
- Ensure state funding covers adequate staffing of Sheriff and Police departments
- Increase financial assistance for Community Based Alternative Treatment Services
- Work with community leaders, individual citizens, and law enforcement to establish crime prevention initiatives reminiscent of Neighborhood Watch
- Raise per pupil spending to the statewide average
- Ensure state funding covers all public school Standards of Quality
- Mental health resources should exist in every school AND be available to both students and staff.
- We are surrounded by agriculture, yet food insecurity exists in our community
- Incentivize local farmers to donate crops to local food banks
- Encourage major grocery store retailers to invest in our community
Days until Election
November 7th, 2023
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Our Board voted this evening to advertise the tax rate at:
$1.145 real estate
$6.10 personal property
$0.03 Fire and Emergency Services Tax
This is NOT the set tax rate and we have more budget work sessions to come. I will be running a poll to gauge public support for various rates at and below the advertised rate. Please be on the lookout for that and share feedback when it becomes available. ... See MoreSee Less
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With these rates voted on, if kept at these rates will it full fund the requested School Board budget? If not what would be the shortfall? What is the Boards path forward for fully supporting and fully funded the education of our youth in this County? I have lived here since 2007, it has been the same circus since then on not fully funding the schools for sustainment or growth due to not wanting to prioritze spending or taking the tough steps of a higher tax rate to cover what is needed for future stability of the school system.... just my thoughts as a resident/parent fully invested in our County education system
There has been recent discussion regarding the actions of Board members having conversations with developers. It is important for the public to be aware that the bylaws prohibit these discussions with applicants during the time an application is before the Planning Commission. Because there are no applications regarding the Moncure site, the bylaws have not been violated.
It is also important to understand that this is common practice for developers to approach Supervisors to gauge potential interest in a project prior to application. These processes can be costly and they would rather know up front if the project is not viable (ie not likely to have support of the majority of the Board). These preliminary conversations are normal business and not an indicator of “back room deals” like many have suspected in the past.
I appreciate the diligence of our constituents and encourage you all to continue to ask hard questions and continue to hold us elected officials accountable.
Here is the link to read the recently updated (2022) bylaws: cdn.staffordcountyva.gov/FINAL%20By-laws%20Adopted%202022.09.20.docx ... See MoreSee Less
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When the rich themselves say “tax the rich”, we should pay attention. I’m grateful to be a small part of what’s going on with Patriotic Millionaires down in NC. Every visit reinvigorates me in the fight for the working class. Last week, I spoke to encourage folks to speak up to their elected officials.
borderbelt.org/patriotic-millionaires-launches-program-in-whiteville-nc/?fbclid=IwAR1MiJGABm9JIlR... ... See MoreSee Less
Patriotic Millionaires picks a small NC town to push for higher taxes for the rich
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Patriotic Millionaires, an advocacy group that pushes for higher taxes for the rich, launched a pilot program in Whiteville last summer.Comment on Facebook
Taxing the rich gives people little motivation to become rich. Instead we should incentivize the rich to donate more. It’s a mental game…. On the flip side, we give little motivation for the poor to work because they make more money not working.
We snagged some grub at Cowboy Jacks Saloon after knocking on some doors today. Still gathering signatures (I need 250), so let me know if you’d like to help out 📝
I’ll come to you so we can ”knock the block” together and meet some of your neighbors! Let’s do this 💪 ... See MoreSee Less
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Come see me and Jennifer Ann Star we’re neighbors
Say 🚫 to echo chambers. #thereisabetterway ... See MoreSee Less
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You better speak on it Sister!
This is what my oldest son Brian is doing these days. I’m so proud that he has chosen to serve. His younger brother completed his USMC training earlier last year. Our third son will likely be joining the armed forces later this year. #service ... See MoreSee Less
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Proud to be an elected woman and celebrate Women in Public Office Day with National Foundation for Women Legislators (NFWL)
#womeninpublicofficeday #celebratewomen ... See MoreSee Less
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I was honored when I was asked to serve on the selection committee for the Stafford Region 2023 Most Influential Women. I was amazed by the level of excellence that defined this banquet event. The vocals (and song choice) of Nayjah moved me beyond words. Michelle Myers Riddick of Riddick Entertainment & Events absolutely slayed the decor, music and overall ambiance. Caressa Cameron delivered a powerful, motivational message. But best of all was being surrounded by fellow laborers in the community, who are like family. I’m so grateful for every one of you and thank you for the work you do!
Congratulations one more time to Stafford Regions Most Influential Women 👏👏👏🎉🎉🎉 I can’t wait for next year! ... See MoreSee Less
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Ok Michelle!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
There is a lot of discussion happening around school funding. It is absolutely needed. We will not get it fixed overnight. It took years of poor planning to land us here, and it will take a few years to get right. We can start with the County Administrator’s proposed budget of a $0.09 increase and $0.03 fire levy.
For transparency, what the School Board is requesting would require a $0.285 tax increase which is more than double (2.375X) the proposed rate. ... See MoreSee Less
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Does that include debt service and day school?
What is it that I hear the supervisors voted for a 40k pay increase and clothing allowance, etc.? But didn’t fully fund the school budget?
I'd love to see some real numbers on how the proposed tax increase would actually affect the average resident's tax bill. It's kind of hard to wrap my head around. What's the bottom line? Are residents really pushing back against the increase? Because I'm all for it.
Yes, it took years for this to occur….years under the GOP! The citizen who kept putting the GOP back into office and those who chose not to vote against them are to blame! Before an issue can be properly addressed, the root problem must be identified first! And the GOP and its supporters is the root problem!!! They must be voted out of office!
Yes, good schools don’t come cheap. They have to be valued and taken care of. We are just now building new schools after almost 20 years. Think of that!! We all can talk about new schools and trailers and over population, but we should be talking about infrastructure. You buy a house or a new car and you expect a certain amount of funding to keep it running well. You also know that to keep that house or car for 20+ years, you have to put money into it. A new roof, new engine, new transmission, new A/C, etc…. Problem is that for the last many years, the Schools ask for $20M for infrastructure repairs and they get less than $5M. I think the schools talk about over $500M dollars in 3r funding that is needed to keep our schools, some built in the 60’s operating. This is definitely a pay me now or pay me later scenario. And now we are in the pay me later mode. How much better it would have been to pay for routine and preventative maintenance rather than now having to pay for corrective maintenance. This problem did not happen overnight, but it is not going away. Eventually a Board is going to have to face the hard facts and put this County and it’s schools back on the right track. This is not a problem you can fix with nickels and dimes!!
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