Endorsements

I am proud to be endorsed by both the Alliance for Good Government and the St. Tammany Republican Parish Executive Committee.

Endorsed by the Alliance for Good Government

Endorsed by the St. Tammany Republican Parish Executive Committee

Platform & Accomplishments

Family Centric & A Team Player

As a registered Republican since I was 18 and a St. Scholastica Academy alumna, I have always felt strongly about leadership and the importance of a woman in a leadership role. I have been married for almost 14 years and my husband and I love raising our young daughters in Covington’s thriving yet peaceful community. As a lifelong, active parishioner of St. Peter Catholic Church, I am grounded in my faith and proud to raise my girls with a strong, moral compass. I grew up playing sports and continue to coach my daughters in soccer with the Covington Youth Soccer Association. I understand the value of teamwork and recognize the lifelong impact athletics has on a person’s character. A wonderful interview & article on me emphasizing that notion written by Andrew Canulette for The Times Picayune in 2019 is linked here.

Fiscally Responsible, A Voice for Families

As the only woman currently on the council (as well as in the upcoming election) and the only person under the age of 40, I feel my voice as a woman raising a young family is important as we guide the City’s budget and continue to work for a brighter future for Covington. Over the past four years, I have consistently been fiscally conservative in regard to the City’s budget, resulting in there being no occurrence of deficit spending. With an operating and capital budget of $30.94 million for 2023, Covington will continue to rely on thriving businesses and the sales tax revenue they generate to keep up with the rising costs of city operations. I recognize the importance of small businesses and how local government and a surrounding community can either help, or be detrimental, to those small businesses, and I enjoy working with our business owners and enabling them to thrive without bureaucratic tape standing in their way.

Pro Economy

These past four years, my district has been a unique blend of residences as well as the main thoroughfare of commerce and medical corridor on Tyler St. and parts of Hwy 21. I have fostered strong and productive partnerships with St Tammany Parish Hospital, the neighboring local business community, and the Chamber of Commerce. I fully understand the importance of these relationships, particularly as the hospital is the number one employer and economic driver for the City of Covington. Maintaining these relationships, along with those I have with our local, state, and parish leaders, is a driving force to continuing to improve infrastructure and traffic conditions throughout our city and to ensure Covington remains attractive to new businesses and the new jobs they bring.

Infrastructure, Drainage, & Flood Mitigation

In the past four years, I have voted to provide necessary funding for drainage improvement projects and infrastructure enhancements. Part of getting to enjoy the wonderful aspects of Covington’s historic heritage comes with the challenges of 210 year old infrastructure. Our council and administration have tackled these challenges head on and prioritized spending and capital outlay to address pressing issues, some of which lie under the surface. The work that has been completed may not be as visible as other projects, but they are necessary for our quality of life.

Public Safety & Speeding

I am proud of my focus on public safety. I advocated for the approval of our new police chief who is doing a truly great job. I have voted multiple times to give our law enforcement a pay raise, resulting in an increased number of patrol officers working diligently to protect and serve the citizens of Covington. I recognize that part of what makes Covington great is our safety. As we watch what is happening in New Orleans, we continue to prioritize public safety and recognize our law enforcement’s efforts by increasing pay and supporting officer retention.

Speeding has been an issue in District D for quite some time, but with a full police force and traffic division, the Covington Police department has been on the streets cracking down on people speeding. We have also voted to begin testing speed humps and delineators throughout the city and District D.

While the above items are just some of my past term’s highlights, I recognize that there is still work that needs to be done. With the recent redistricting (effective July 2023) and the opportunity to serve new residents and families, I look forward to my continued work on the council with the support of your vote!

Representation is the core basis of democracy and having a woman’s participation on the Covington City Council is a fundamental prerequisite for a genuine republic.

When you vote on March 25th, vote for experience. Vote for the person who has done the work and is a proven leader and advocate for Covington. Re-elect Cody Ludwig for District D.