Frisco | April 2025

BY ALEX REECE

Frisco City Council, Place 2

Burt Thakur Occupation: Project engineer, data center construction www.burt4frisco.com

Sai Krishnarajanagar Occupation: Registered nurse/

Tammy Meinershagen* Occupation: Steinway Selection consultant www.tammy4frisco.com

insurance producer www.sai2frisco.com

I’m running because I love Frisco and our residents. As taxpayers, we deserve careful stewards of our money, with elected leaders who make wise decisions. My infrastructure experience, coupled with established relationships with government leaders, will help guide smart growth decisions and accelerate high velocity decisions for all Frisco residents. Why are you running for council?

I want to make a positive impact by representing the voices of the Frisco community and bringing about change within the local government. I aim to take Frisco to the next level by focusing on economic development and enhancing higher education. Let’s build a prosperous future together!

My passion is serving, solving problems, and helping Frisco reach its fullest potential—while ensuring the best return on your tax dollars. I’ve cut your Property Tax Rate three times, ushered in 10,432 jobs, unlocked progress on stalled projects, prioritized Public Safety, championed Arts and Culture ... I’m just getting started!

Our city is planning a $300M Performing Arts Center, committing $160M upfront and $6M yearly in operating costs—while Frisco ISD is already building a $54M arts center. We must lower property taxes, fix traffic, fund fire and police, modernize our infrastructure and attract new businesses for good paying jobs. What are the biggest challenges Frisco is facing?

Communication is a key challenge in Frisco as the city grows rapidly. Ensuring transparent, timely and effective communication between local government, residents and businesses is crucial for addressing concerns, sharing updates and engaging the community in decision- making and building stronger community programs. This includes both digital and in-person channels.

Frisco is thriving now, but our goal must be long-term success and sustainability. As a 20-year resident, I’ve watched Frisco grow from a small town into a global destination. With greater challenges in Mobility, Affordability, and Civic Engagement, every decision matters for Frisco to become the best place to STAY.

How do you plan to address these issues?

I’ll prioritize public safety by supporting first responders. By collaborating with other councilmembers, we will attract high-paying jobs and advocate for smart infrastructure improvements to ease congestion. I’ll oppose wasteful spending, work to lower property taxes and ensures Frisco remains a top destination to live, work and visit.

Engaging community by meeting residents in their neighborhoods. Meeting residents more frequently. Transparent communication with residents.

Building a city that stands the test of time takes bold vision, creative thinking and effective leadership. Since progress moves at the speed of relationships, trust with staff, council and our community is key. The final ingredient? Tenacity—because real leadership means never giving up until the job is done!

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