Having completed a Doctorate at SUNY ESF and working full-time as a Data Analyst, Corey believes in data-informed policy making. Policies grounded in facts are more likely to address specific needs and make better use of public funds through efficiency and efficacy.

Our neighborhoods are made up of people who are different ages, races, religions, genders, and abilities, and each has a unique lived experience. The diversity within the 3rd District is part of what makes us want to live where we do.

Equity is the just and fair inclusion into a society where all can participate, prosper, and reach their full potential. It requires that we understand the past, without being trapped in it; embrace the present, without being constrained by it; and look to the future believing in the value and promise within all of us.

Opportunity looks different for everybody. For some in the 3rd District, this may correspond to the economic vitality of our city and the availability of employment. However, for many others, this may represent those aspects of our community that improve our quality of life. People in our city want spaces to interact with neighbors, a thriving arts scene, recreation activities, libraries, and a multitude of other things to enrich their lives. Corey wants to see a Syracuse where people's interests and desires are met with a sense of possibility.

At the heart of communities are people who share a space and feel a sense of belonging. Local government has a vital role in providing the building blocks to strengthen communities. Physical connectivity is promoted by safe and secure neighborhoods, walking and bike-friendly streets, and accessible public spaces and parks. These spaces foster shared experiences, a sense of belonging, and a shared pride in our city and our neighborhoods.

We just experienced the hottest summer ever recorded. As scientists predict, it may have been the coolest summer for the rest of our lives. Climate change is real and must be addressed by strategies for mitigation and adaptation.

Through mitigation measures, the City can reduce its carbon emissions. These may include promoting sustainable transportation, embracing energy efficiency and renewable energy, and thinking differently about our built and natural environment.

At the same time, we need to adapt to the coming heat waves and storm events. We need to ensure that residents in all parts of the city have access to shade trees and water features in parks, our infrastructure can accommodate flooding rains, and that our disaster management plan keeps up with the changing face of our city.