Our Path Forward

“Together, we can build a safer, stronger Columbus — not just for today, but for every generation to come.” - Byron Hickey

Public Safety - Trust, Not Tension

Our neighborhoods deserve real safety. With violent crime on the rise, Columbus needs leadership that will act with urgency. As Mayor, I will enforce the law aggressively and bring violent offenders to justice — but public safety must be about more than arrests. We need a strategy that both protects people and builds trust.

Invest in community policing that emphasizes relationships over reaction.
Support first responders while holding all public safety institutions to the highest standards of accountability.
Expand mental health crisis response teams to ensure the right professionals are handling the right emergencies.
Clean up neglected areas where crime thrives — improving lighting, removing blight, and creating safe public spaces.

Every person in Columbus should feel safe walking in their neighborhood, raising a family, and building a future here.

Public Health - Public Health is Public Strength

We cannot treat public health as something to discuss only in times of crisis. It must be seen as essential infrastructure — foundational, long-term, and built to last.

Expand access to care by increasing affordable clinics and preventive services in underserved neighborhoods.
Promote healthy living through better food access and strong enforcement against illegal dumping.
Strengthen mental health support, especially for youth and working families.
Address the root causes of poor health, including housing instability, homelessness, and unemployment.

Healthy cities don’t happen by accident. They are built when leadership consistently puts people first.

Economic Growth — Progress with Purpose

A strong economy begins with investing in the people who live and work right here in Columbus. Real progress comes from local investment — in our workers, our neighborhoods, and our small businesses.

Prioritize local hiring with workforce training programs and jobs that pay a living wage. Champion and support small businesses.
Implement summer work programs for the youth to provide training and mentorship.
Hold developers accountable.
Revitalize neighborhood corridors, because every ZIP code deserves investment, opportunity, and pride.

Columbus can and will grow — but we must grow together.

Infrastructure That Works

“Potholes, flooding, broken sidewalks — these basic needs should never be treated like a luxury.”

Neighborhood repairs that matter: Launch targeted, neighborhood-by-neighborhood repair plans to fix roads, sidewalks, drainage, and street lighting so every community sees results.
Modernize essential services: Upgrade aging sewer, water, and electrical systems to ensure reliability, reduce flooding, and prepare for future growth.
Transit for all: Make public transportation more reliable and accessible, especially for seniors and people with disabilities.
Reduce waste, and keep the city accountable.