Strong neighborhoods start with strong connections. I was proud to join the Foellinger Foundation in awarding grants to 12 neighborhoods that will help bring neighbors together through fun, learning, and community-building activities.

The conversations surrounding the Anchor Resource Center reflect how much our residents care about our community. It's also important that residents have access to accurate information. I welcomed the opportunity to respond to several topics being discussed on social media and help provide clarity.

Trails help connect our community in meaningful ways. This afternoon, I was proud to help cut the ribbon on the new Hanna Street Trail. This 4.5-mile trail will invite thousands of residents to new opportunities across our city. The cherry on top was the opening of the James Redmond Trailhead, honoring a longtime champion of trails in southeast Fort Wayne.

Today, Mayor Sharon Tucker, city officials, and Fort Wayne Trails celebrated the completion of the Hanna Street Trail, highlighted by the opening of the new James Redmond Trailhead. Read more: shorturl.at/pPbet

It was a special morning at the annual Waynedale Memorial Day Parade, surrounded by residents, veterans, and families from across our community as we honored the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage and service will never be forgotten.

No child should ever go hungry. Thanks to @FWCommSchools and @ACPL, local children will once again have access to free meals all summer long. From June 1 through July 31, eight library locations across our community will provide free lunches and snacks on weekdays. I was grateful to help kick off the program today and thankful for both organizations for continuing to step up for our children and families. Programs like this make a real difference and show what’s possible when our community comes together to support one another.

Since taking office, I’ve had hundreds of conversations with business and nonprofit leaders, property owners, law enforcement, service providers, and residents about the need to address homelessness in our community, particularly in downtown Fort Wayne. Our team has studied best practices, visited other cities, and worked closely with local partners to develop a thoughtful approach. Today, I’m grateful to announce that philanthropic leaders are showing confidence in this vision by investing $2.26 million to support the creation of a low-barrier resource center. The newly formed Anchor Resource Center nonprofit will lease the building from the City of Fort Wayne and provide coordinated services that connect individuals experiencing homelessness with housing, job training and employment opportunities, as well as mental and physical healthcare. The work begins now to improve the lives of residents who need us.

Please read my full statement regarding the incident at the Tim Hortons on Ice Way.

Today, it was a pleasure to welcome @GovBraun and regional leaders to the 2026 Innovate Northeast Indiana event. Fort Wayne continues to be a great place to do business. Strong partnerships between state and local leaders are creating new opportunities and moving our city and Northeast Indiana forward.

We’ve believed in Fort Wayne’s future for a long time. This ranking is the result of forward thinking, taking chances, and a community that continues to believe in itself. Fort Wayne has always been special. Now the rest of the Midwest is starting to see it, too.

This morning, I had the honor of recognizing 12 firefighters from the Fort Wayne Fire Department with the Unit Commendation Recognition Award for their heroic efforts in rescuing a resident and family pet from a second-story window earlier this year. We’re incredibly grateful as a community for the bravery, quick thinking, and teamwork demonstrated every day by our firefighters.

I had a wonderful time attending the 2nd Annual Legislators and Little Learners event today at Northcrest Elementary School. The students were so kind and took the time to teach me about butterflies!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the strong women! My mom is my world. She’s been my biggest supporter and greatest example of strength and love. Grateful for her today and every day. ❤️

The next generation of leaders starts now. Applications are open for the 2026-27 Mayor's Youth Engagement Council. I encourage all local high school students to consider applying, share their voices, and help my administration build a stronger Fort Wayne. Apply here: bit.ly/42V3hq8

Listening to our youth matters to me because their voices help shape the future of our city. I had a great time visiting Memorial Park Middle School this morning, talking with students and hearing directly from them about the issues that matter most. I also had the opportunity to enjoy a fantastic performance from the 78 Edition Show Choir!

From the classroom to competition, Fort Wayne’s high schools are producing champions. I had a great time visiting Homestead and Carroll today to celebrate their recent state championships. Congratulations to the players, coaches, and families who made it happen!

The proposed quarry development is not in the best interest of our southwest residents. Please read my statement below.

Today, I was proud to welcome attendees to the 2026 Fair Housing Summit. I’m encouraged by the strong turnout, the passion in the room, and the willingness to work toward solutions to address the need for affordable and accessible housing in our city.

Hard to beat a field trip day. It was a fun afternoon hosting a kindergarten class from Canterbury School and recognizing them as honorary city employees with their own badges.

Over the weekend, I wrote an editorial in @JGfortwayne about the need for lasting, meaningful solutions to support our unhoused residents. By working closely with several community partners, we are making real progress toward opening a 24/7 homeless resource center. Read my article here: bit.ly/4vNotfa