Building Better Systems for Stronger Communities
I believe government should work for the people it serves.
Meet Kimberly
I grew up in rural Wisconsin and lived in North Dakota before moving to Indiana in 2017. In communities like these, government isn't abstract—it's personal. It's your neighbors, your local officials, and the systems that help communities thrive.
For the past eight years, I’ve worked behind the scenes helping organizations operate more effectively. My career began in healthcare before transitioning into nonprofit operations, where I’ve focused on improving systems, strengthening accountability, and supporting organizations that serve the public good.
In 2021, I completed the bookkeeping program at Ivy Tech and have continued to build my financial management expertise through hands-on experience with budgeting, financial reporting, operational processes, and organizational administration. Today, I work at Columbus Area Arts Council, where I help ensure strong systems support meaningful community impact.
Throughout my career, I’ve seen firsthand how good systems make a difference. When processes are clear, information is understandable, and operations are well-managed, organizations can better serve the people who rely on them. When systems are confusing, inefficient, or outdated, everyone feels the impact.
That's why I’m running for Bartholomew County Auditor.
I believe:
1. We can solve problems
2. People are not the problem
3. Government has a duty to find solutions
Learn more about my civic beliefs and operating values.
Background
Come meet me and
be part of the conversation.
Learn about my vision for the County Auditor's office, share your experiences and concerns, and help shape a local government that is transparent, understandable, and responsive to the people it serves.
June 20 – Bartholomew County Fair
June 21 – Bartholomew County Fair
July 3 – All-American Festival on Central
July 4 – Fourth of July Walking Parade and Events
August 16 – Meet and Greet (Private Event)
September 25–27 – Hope Heritage Days
November 3 – General Election Day (See you at the polls!)
Civic Beliefs
How I see government
We can solve problems.
We are facing real challenges, and many systems are not working for average people. But government is not beyond repair. We have solved hard problems before, and we can do it again with attention, effort, and follow-through.
People are not the problem.
When people are frustrated with government, it’s usually a sign that something is unclear, hard to access, or not working well. People’s concerns are valid. Often, the real issue is a system that makes it difficult to understand what is happening, find information, or be heard.
Government has a duty to find solutions.
Elected officials have a responsibility to make information easy to find, understand, and use. When people are confused or disconnected, the answer isn't to blame them—it's to find solutions by improving how government communicates and shares information.
Operating Values
How I work
Curiosity
“This is just how things are” is not a valid explanation. Improvement starts with asking questions, listening closely to the answers, and a willingness to examine systems thoughtfully.
Competence
Government affects people’s daily lives. Systems should function reliably, information should be accurate, and public work should be taken seriously.
Collaboration
No single office, background, or way of thinking has all the answers. Better decisions come from listening, cooperation, and community input.
Progress
Modernization is not about change for the sake of change. It’s making sure government works for the people relying on it while respecting the work and lessons of those who came before us.
“Let us never forget that government is ourselves and not an alien power over us” – Franklin D. Roosevelt from address to Congress (1938)
I live, work, and play in Bartholomew County.
This place is my home — and I want to improve it for all of us.
My approach is grounded in curiosity, competence, and collaboration. I believe in asking questions, examining how systems function, and finding practical ways to make them better. I also believe the best solutions come from listening to residents and working together to solve problems. Government is not something separate from us—it is something we build together. And I believe every generation has a responsibility to leave its community better than before.
When I’m not busy strengthening systems and processes that people rely on, you'll often find me making new friends, tending to my growing collection of plants, exploring the community I love, or finding new ways to connect people and ideas.