As I prepare to pass the gavel Monday evening, I’m overwhelmed with gratitude for having had the privilege of serving our wonderful community. When I started on this journey 17 years ago, never could I have imagined where it would lead. For a job I wasn’t looking for but somehow found me, my eight years as Mayor have been a positively transformative and meaningful time in my life. I am forever thankful to you, the people of Bellaire, for allowing me this opportunity.