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Bernie Talmas

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Former Deputy District Attorney and U.S. Army veteran Bernie Talmas is running for re-election as Mayor of Woodinville. Talmas prioritizes biking and pedestrian access in the city's transportation plan and is focused on centering new development in Woodinville's downtown area and preserving natural wildlife corridors and streams. Talmas' opponent, Brad Walker, is running a shoestring campaign without endorsements or donations. Talmas has earned a second term as Mayor of Woodinville.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

Former Deputy District Attorney and U.S. Army veteran Bernie Talmas is running for re-election as Mayor of Woodinville. Talmas prioritizes biking and pedestrian access in the city's transportation plan and is focused on centering new development in Woodinville's downtown area and preserving natural wildlife corridors and streams. Talmas' opponent, Brad Walker, is running a shoestring campaign without endorsements or donations. Talmas has earned a second term as Mayor of Woodinville.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

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Election Day November 7, 2017
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Statewide Ballot Measures

Advisory Vote #16

VOTE MAINTAINED

Vote Maintained on Advisory Vote 16

A bipartisan group of legislators passed Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1597, which included a small excise tax in order to increase environmental protections for regional fish and wildlife. Because of a Tim Eyman initiative, the Legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote 16.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

A bipartisan group of legislators passed Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1597, which included a small excise tax in order to increase environmental protections for regional fish and wildlife. Because of a Tim Eyman initiative, the Legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote 16.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

Advisory Vote #17

VOTE MAINTAINED

Vote Maintained on Advisory Vote 17

Our state has been under Supreme Court order to fully fund education for several years. This June, Republicans and Democrats came together to approve a bipartisan package of revenue increases for public schools, including expanding the Business and Occupation tax. While this does not solve the education funding problem, the package goes a long way towards providing a quality education for all students. This non-binding advisory vote is required thanks to a Tim Eyman ballot measure. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote 17.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

Our state has been under Supreme Court order to fully fund education for several years. This June, Republicans and Democrats came together to approve a bipartisan package of revenue increases for public schools, including expanding the Business and Occupation tax. While this does not solve the education funding problem, the package goes a long way towards providing a quality education for all students. This non-binding advisory vote is required thanks to a Tim Eyman ballot measure. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote 17.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

Advisory Vote #18

VOTE MAINTAINED

Vote Maintained on Advisory Vote 18

In addition to the business taxes covered in Advisory Vote 17, a strong bipartisan majority of state legislators voted to increase local property taxes to fund schools. We have concerns about raising regressive property taxes that disproportionately impact working families and make our upside-down tax code even worse. However, we are optimistic about retaking the state Senate this fall and working with progressives in Olympia next year to reduce this tax and instead make the wealthy pay their fair share.

Like the other advisory votes, this is a non-binding measure required by a Tim Eyman ballot initiative. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote 18.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

In addition to the business taxes covered in Advisory Vote 17, a strong bipartisan majority of state legislators voted to increase local property taxes to fund schools. We have concerns about raising regressive property taxes that disproportionately impact working families and make our upside-down tax code even worse. However, we are optimistic about retaking the state Senate this fall and working with progressives in Olympia next year to reduce this tax and instead make the wealthy pay their fair share.

Like the other advisory votes, this is a non-binding measure required by a Tim Eyman ballot initiative. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote 18.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

County Council District Races

Depending on the county district you live in, you may have the following races on your ballot.

King County, District 1

King County Council, District 1

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Rod Dembowski

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Rod Dembowski has played a key role on the King County Council promoting responsible regional development that balances environmental protections and job growth. Dembowski has prioritized improving domestic abuse services, green transit, and voting access in King County. He has strong stances on progressive issues like affordable housing and homelessness, but it is worth noting that he did take some questionable votes on revenue and health and human services issues during his most recent term. Dembowski is running unopposed for reelection.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

Rod Dembowski has played a key role on the King County Council promoting responsible regional development that balances environmental protections and job growth. Dembowski has prioritized improving domestic abuse services, green transit, and voting access in King County. He has strong stances on progressive issues like affordable housing and homelessness, but it is worth noting that he did take some questionable votes on revenue and health and human services issues during his most recent term. Dembowski is running unopposed for reelection.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

King County, District 3

King County Council, District 3

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John Murphy

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Progressive John Murphy is running for King County Council, District 3. From serving as a Vietnam Navy corpsman to working as a Deputy Fire Chief at Eastside Fire and Rescue for 20 years, Murphy has devoted his life to public service. Murphy prioritizes the economic needs of working families and wants to implement responsible infrastructure development throughout the county. If elected, Murphy would also focus on affordable housing, public safety, transportation, and improving waste water management in King County.

Murphy is running against conservative incumbent Kathy Lambert, whose track record on health and human services shows that she prioritizes conservative ideology over the needs of her constituents. John Murphy is the clear choice in this race.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

Progressive John Murphy is running for King County Council, District 3. From serving as a Vietnam Navy corpsman to working as a Deputy Fire Chief at Eastside Fire and Rescue for 20 years, Murphy has devoted his life to public service. Murphy prioritizes the economic needs of working families and wants to implement responsible infrastructure development throughout the county. If elected, Murphy would also focus on affordable housing, public safety, transportation, and improving waste water management in King County.

Murphy is running against conservative incumbent Kathy Lambert, whose track record on health and human services shows that she prioritizes conservative ideology over the needs of her constituents. John Murphy is the clear choice in this race.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

Endorsed By: King County Democrats

Woodinville Mayor

Woodinville Mayor

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Bernie Talmas

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Former Deputy District Attorney and U.S. Army veteran Bernie Talmas is running for re-election as Mayor of Woodinville. Talmas prioritizes biking and pedestrian access in the city's transportation plan and is focused on centering new development in Woodinville's downtown area and preserving natural wildlife corridors and streams. Talmas' opponent, Brad Walker, is running a shoestring campaign without endorsements or donations. Talmas has earned a second term as Mayor of Woodinville.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

Former Deputy District Attorney and U.S. Army veteran Bernie Talmas is running for re-election as Mayor of Woodinville. Talmas prioritizes biking and pedestrian access in the city's transportation plan and is focused on centering new development in Woodinville's downtown area and preserving natural wildlife corridors and streams. Talmas' opponent, Brad Walker, is running a shoestring campaign without endorsements or donations. Talmas has earned a second term as Mayor of Woodinville.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

Woodinville City Council

Woodinville City Council, Position #1

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Paula Waters

Paula Waters is running unopposed for re-election to the Woodinville City Council Position 1. She was elected to the council in 2013 and she has worked to retain Woodinville's rural character through careful development.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

Paula Waters is running unopposed for re-election to the Woodinville City Council Position 1. She was elected to the council in 2013 and she has worked to retain Woodinville's rural character through careful development.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

Endorsed By: Sierra Club

Woodinville City Council, Position #3

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James Evans

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James Evans is running unopposed for re-election to Position 3. As a city councilmember, Evans has focused on smart and balanced growth of the city and protecting social services.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

James Evans is running unopposed for re-election to Position 3. As a city councilmember, Evans has focused on smart and balanced growth of the city and protecting social services.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

Woodinville City Council, Position #5

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Susan Boundy-Sanders

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Susan Boundy-Sanders is running for re-election to the Woodinville City Council Position 5. Boundy-Sanders is focused on maintaining Woodinville's rural character while balancing the economic and development demands that come along with population growth. During her tenure, she has focused on improving the city's infrastructure and maintaining safe zoning laws. She is running against Gary Harris, who is running on a platform of maintaining Woodinville's small town feel and public safety. Boundy-Sanders is the best choice in this race.

Last updated: 2023-04-05

Susan Boundy-Sanders is running for re-election to the Woodinville City Council Position 5. Boundy-Sanders is focused on maintaining Woodinville's rural character while balancing the economic and development demands that come along with population growth. During her tenure, she has focused on improving the city's infrastructure and maintaining safe zoning laws. She is running against Gary Harris, who is running on a platform of maintaining Woodinville's small town feel and public safety. Boundy-Sanders is the best choice in this race.

Last updated: 2023-04-05