Knoxville, TN (WOKI) She’s made it official. A Knoxville city councilwoman announces her candidacy Thursday, November 9 for Tennessee State House District 90.

Currently in her second term on the Knoxville City Council, serving the 3rd District, Seema Singh is setting her sights on Representative Gloria Johnson’s seat in Nashville. Johnson is running against Marsha Blackburn for her seat in the U.S. Senate.

In a news release, Singh stated she felt called to bring her skills and experience to Tennessee’s state legislature.

“Despite the dysfunction in Nashville, I know we can, must and will make a difference in the General Assembly,” Singh said. “I know how to work toward common ground while holding my ground.”

Some of the top priorities Singh listed include keeping children safe, helping to ensure Tennesseeans have access to quality health care, fully funding public schools, and working to ensure the state attracts good jobs with good benefits.

“I’m running to listen to our communities and represent what Tennesseans actually want. I will be a spark for sanity in Nashville,” Singh said. “I hope that voters will support me so that I can take my proven skills in collaboration and cooperation to our State House.”

An official campaign kickoff event is scheduled for Wednesday, November 15 at Fanatic Brewery on North Central Street from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.