10 Year Vision for Knoxville That Knoxville will be a vibrant and safe community for people to live, work and enjoy. Working together for continuous improvement in areas of social services, education, arts and recreational opportunities across all zip codes. What is Knoxville's Best Kept Secret? The improvements at Lakeshore Park. What would you do to strengthen Knoxville? Improve access and create new mental health and recovery services. What is your favorite Knoxville memory? The time my husband and I lived downtown in the Phoenix Building and were able to explore and better appreciate our vibrant and expanding downtown offerings. What is your favorite book or what book is currently on your nightstand? I Wish I Knew by Donna Ashworth What is the best advice you have received from a mentor, and who was that mentor? Risk more than others think is safe, Care more than others think is wise, Dream more than others think is practical and Expect more than others think is possible. These words are on a card given to me by Burt Rosen that have inspired and motivated me over the years. What advice would you give to your 16 year old self? To take care of yourself first so you can be the best for others and to create and respect boundaries.