Future & Vision

A plan for Kingston's next chapter.

Kingston's future relies on practical solutions that support every resident.

Wall Street, Uptown · Photo: Andre Carrotflower, CC BY-SA 4.0

In Andrea's words

Kingston's future relies on practical solutions that support every resident. I envision a city that honors its historic roots, invites all perspectives to the table, and leads with compassion. I aim for a city with safe streets, affordable housing, and modernized infrastructure. Leadership must work directly with and for the people, by meeting people where they are. I am a candidate born and raised here, with a deep love for community, endless energy, and a passion to help others.
Andrea Shaut

Andrea Shaut talking with neighbors at a street festival

What she is aiming for

Safe streets. Affordable housing. Modernized infrastructure.

Photo: Andre Carrotflower · CC BY-SA 4.0
Safe streets
Across Kingston’s nine wards, residents share a common concern: traffic safety. Andrea will make safer streets a priority, using engineering, education, and enforcement to protect everyone who travels on our roads.
What each ward is raising →
Photo: Daniel Case · CC BY-SA 3.0
Affordable housing
Housing is a human right, and no one should be priced out of living in Kingston. Moreover, as housing projects move forward, the city must honor the intent of the form-based code and communicate openly with neighborhood residents.
Housing in Ward 4 →
Photo: AlexiusHoratius · CC BY-SA 4.0
Modernized infrastructure
Kingston’s historic character is one of our greatest strengths, but its aging infrastructure needs attention. We must prioritize replacing outdated systems, including our sewer network, before they fail. Through thoughtful planning and responsible investment, we can protect public health, strengthen our neighborhoods, and ensure Kingston’s infrastructure serves residents reliably for generations to come.
Her Council record →

The priorities

Four commitments.

01
Big-picture fiscal planning
“Kingston's future relies on practical solutions that support every resident.”
City government cannot plan in a vacuum. We need a responsible, long-term fiscal plan that looks beyond the next budget cycle and aligns each investment with our city’s priorities: maintaining roads, upgrading sewer systems, expanding affordable housing, and delivering lasting services for residents. Every proposed project and grant must be evaluated in the context of the city’s overall financial health and long-term needs. In doing so, Andrea will prioritize hearing from diverse perspectives to identify unintended consequences before making decisions. That’s how we make thoughtful choices today and build a stronger, more resilient city for the future.
02
Strong communication
“Leadership must work directly with and for the people, by meeting people where they are.”
Without good communication, good government is impossible. Andrea is committed to making City Hall accessible to all through a variety of approaches, including innovative ways to connect with more people. These include an open-door policy, town halls, a mobile mayoral desk, and a community communication network—a formal network of local leaders who share information with their communities.
03
Collaborative solutions
“I envision a city that honors its historic roots, invites all perspectives to the table…”
The best solutions come from bringing diverse perspectives together. Throughout her career—as a musician, teacher, attorney, and council member—Andrea has prioritized working collaboratively. With her nine years in city government, she has built strong relationships with city staff. She understands that effective leadership means working closely with the Common Council. Trained as both a musician and an attorney, Andrea will bring creativity and critical thinking to solving community challenges. She will identify problems, bring stakeholders together, research the facts, lead thoughtful conversations, and develop a clear “Solutions Blueprint.”
04
Leads with compassion
“…and leads with compassion.”
Kindness will be at the heart of Andrea’s leadership. We are all neighbors in Kingston, and our success is connected. Andrea will bring that spirit of shared investment to the mayor’s office—leading with compassion, listening to residents, and approaching every decision with empathy and respect. Together, we can build a city where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported.