What I Believe

I’m running because:

● Every family deserves affordable, stable housing
● Children and adults need strong human services and mental health support
● Workers deserve safe workplaces and fair treatment
● Public safety must be community centered and trustworthy
● Immigrant and underrepresented communities need an authentic voice
● Young people deserve opportunity, mentorship, and support

How I Will Lead

If elected, I will serve District 3 with partnership, transparency, and fairness. That means:
● Showing up consistently in every neighborhood
● Building community-centered public safety strategies
● Advancing urgent and inclusive housing solutions
● Bringing lived experience and genuine connection to county decisions
● Communicating often, clearly, and directly
● Making workforce development a front-line priority
● Being a visible and engaged presence in St. Louis Park & across District 3

My Message to Voters

I value public service, and I believe District 3 deserves leadership that is visible, present, connected, and focused on the lives of working families. That is why I’m running for Hennepin County Commissioner.

I bring a background as a father, husband, engineer, community organizer, immigrant, and St. Louis Park School Board member. In 2021, I became the first Somali American elected to the board. My perspective reflects both Minnesota’s future and the experiences of many families whose voices have gone unheard.

I am committed to delivering results on affordable housing, public safety, economic opportunity, and dignity for workers.

My goal is simple: expand opportunity & improve quality of life for everyone in District 3.

My Priorities

Affordable Housing

● Ensure every family can find safe, affordable housing
● Support responsible, community-focused development
● Expand Stable Homes Stable Schools in St. Louis Park to keep families housed, and students supported

Public Safety

● Strengthen community-focused safety initiatives
● Build trust between residents and first responders
● Support approaches that prioritize prevention, transparency, and accountability

Economic Opportunity

● Invest in small businesses and local entrepreneurs
● Expand workforce training and pathways to good-paying jobs
● Support youth employment programs that strengthen neighborhoods

Environmental Responsibility

● Protect, improve parks, air, and water
● Support sustainable policies that reduce pollution and build resilience
● Plan for a healthier environment for current and future generations

Collaboration for Stronger Communities Schools

● Expand youth mental health teams
● Improve Safe Routes to School
● Support after-school tutoring, sports, and STEM programs

Cities + County

● Increase affordable housing options
● Strengthen mental health response teams
● Support small business revitalization

Health and Human Services

● Improve services for immigrant and refugee families
● Create a unified Family Assistance Hub
● Strengthen youth and family support services, including prevention, mentoring, and crisis response

Transit and Mobility

● More frequent bus service
● Better winter bus stop maintenance
● Add shelters and explore micro transit options

Community Engagement

● Quarterly meetings with mayors and school leaders
● District 3 Community Advisory Boards
● Ongoing neighborhood conversations

A New Voice for Our Community

District 3 needs a leader who understands the daily challenges facing families, workers, renters, and new Americans. I bring a fresh perspective, deep accessibility, and a commitment to putting people first.