If you want laws protecting our environment, the only way to get them is to elect good lawmakers. The Washington State Chapter of the Sierra Club interviews candidates running for public office, endorsing those it believes will be environmental leaders. The committee then supports endorsed candidates with funds from Sierra Club Political Action Committees (PAC), either by direct contribution to candidates, or through Sierra Club volunteer-powered campaigns.
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below ballot measures on your ballot.
The King County Parks Levy is up for renewal this year. The levy renewal is designed to maintain, enhance, and grow the county's parks and connectivity. King County maintains 220 parks that include 275 miles of trails and 32,000 acres of open space. Some of the services that will benefit from this levy include pools and splash parks, ballfields and sport courts, climate resilience efforts, and much more.
The levy renewal rate is $0.23 per $1,000 of assessed property value. For the owner of a median-valued home of $844,000, the levy renewal will cost $16.38 per month.
All children in King County deserve fun and safe places to play, and preserving our open spaces now will help ensure clean air and water for future generations. Vote YES to renew the King County Parks Levy for continued maintenance of our parks and recreation services.
The King County Parks Levy is up for renewal this year. The levy renewal is designed to maintain, enhance, and grow the county's parks and connectivity. King County maintains 220 parks that include 275 miles of trails and 32,000 acres of open space. Some of the services that will benefit from this levy include pools and splash parks, ballfields and sport courts, climate resilience efforts, and much more.
The levy renewal rate is $0.23 per $1,000 of assessed property value. For the owner of a median-valued home of $844,000, the levy renewal will cost $16.38 per month.
All children in King County deserve fun and safe places to play, and preserving our open spaces now will help ensure clean air and water for future generations. Vote YES to renew the King County Parks Levy for continued maintenance of our parks and recreation services.
Sen. Victoria Hunt is running to retain her state Senate seat representing Legislative District 5 to protect the environment, secure reproductive rights, and modernize our state housing laws. Prior to running for legislature, Hunt served three terms on the Issaquah City Council, where she prioritized environmental protections and protecting open space. She holds a Ph.D. in ecology and serves as the Chief Data Officer at Crosswalk Labs, where she works to track and mitigate carbon pollution for local cities.
During her first legislative session, Hunt voted to limit rent increases to 10%, which will reduce the cost of housing for renters across the state. She also voted in favor of anti-discrimination protections for students as well as a bill that would improve recycling and reduce the amount of plastic waste going to landfills.
Hunt used her experience as a local elected official and environmental scientist to make a difference on key issues in just her first few months in office. She has clearly earned your vote for state Senate from the 5th Legislative District.
Sen. Victoria Hunt is running to retain her state Senate seat representing Legislative District 5 to protect the environment, secure reproductive rights, and modernize our state housing laws. Prior to running for legislature, Hunt served three terms on the Issaquah City Council, where she prioritized environmental protections and protecting open space. She holds a Ph.D. in ecology and serves as the Chief Data Officer at Crosswalk Labs, where she works to track and mitigate carbon pollution for local cities.
During her first legislative session, Hunt voted to limit rent increases to 10%, which will reduce the cost of housing for renters across the state. She also voted in favor of anti-discrimination protections for students as well as a bill that would improve recycling and reduce the amount of plastic waste going to landfills.
Hunt used her experience as a local elected official and environmental scientist to make a difference on key issues in just her first few months in office. She has clearly earned your vote for state Senate from the 5th Legislative District.
Sen. Victoria Hunt is running to retain her state Senate seat representing Legislative District 5 to protect the environment, secure reproductive rights, and modernize our state housing laws. Prior to running for legislature, Hunt served three terms on the Issaquah City Council, where she prioritized environmental protections and protecting open space. She holds a Ph.D. in ecology and serves as the Chief Data Officer at Crosswalk Labs, where she works to track and mitigate carbon pollution for local cities.
During her first legislative session, Hunt voted to limit rent increases to 10%, which will reduce the cost of housing for renters across the state. She also voted in favor of anti-discrimination protections for students as well as a bill that would improve recycling and reduce the amount of plastic waste going to landfills.
Hunt used her experience as a local elected official and environmental scientist to make a difference on key issues in just her first few months in office. She has clearly earned your vote for state Senate from the 5th Legislative District.
Rep. Janice Zahn is running to retain Position 1 representing the 41st Legislative District. Zahn emigrated from Hong Kong as a child and has dedicated her adult life to stewarding public infrastructure and services. She is the chief engineer for the Port of Seattle and served on the Bellevue City Council until her appointment to the Legislature in January.
Zahn has been a consistent and outspoken progressive leader in our community. In our interview, she shared that her priorities include supporting affordable housing, paid family leave, efficient project management, and protecting public education for students. She approaches policy with an eye on equity and wants to "help those who are furthest from power to create a level playing field for them to advocate for themselves."
One of Zahn's proudest accomplishments during her time on the Bellevue City Council was the development and implementation of a safe parking program. The program supported approximately 60 children experiencing housing instability by providing a safe space for families to park their cars, rest, study, and have a meal. The program particularly supported single working moms, helping them find their own stability and move into transitional housing.
Janice Zahn is a caring and compassionate leader who has hosted over 250 constituent meetings to hear their concerns. She has earned your vote for Position 1 representing the 41st Legislative District.
Rep. Janice Zahn is running to retain Position 1 representing the 41st Legislative District. Zahn emigrated from Hong Kong as a child and has dedicated her adult life to stewarding public infrastructure and services. She is the chief engineer for the Port of Seattle and served on the Bellevue City Council until her appointment to the Legislature in January.
Zahn has been a consistent and outspoken progressive leader in our community. In our interview, she shared that her priorities include supporting affordable housing, paid family leave, efficient project management, and protecting public education for students. She approaches policy with an eye on equity and wants to "help those who are furthest from power to create a level playing field for them to advocate for themselves."
One of Zahn's proudest accomplishments during her time on the Bellevue City Council was the development and implementation of a safe parking program. The program supported approximately 60 children experiencing housing instability by providing a safe space for families to park their cars, rest, study, and have a meal. The program particularly supported single working moms, helping them find their own stability and move into transitional housing.
Janice Zahn is a caring and compassionate leader who has hosted over 250 constituent meetings to hear their concerns. She has earned your vote for Position 1 representing the 41st Legislative District.
Rep. Janice Zahn is running to retain Position 1 representing the 41st Legislative District. Zahn emigrated from Hong Kong as a child and has dedicated her adult life to stewarding public infrastructure and services. She is the chief engineer for the Port of Seattle and served on the Bellevue City Council until her appointment to the Legislature in January.
Zahn has been a consistent and outspoken progressive leader in our community. In our interview, she shared that her priorities include supporting affordable housing, paid family leave, efficient project management, and protecting public education for students. She approaches policy with an eye on equity and wants to "help those who are furthest from power to create a level playing field for them to advocate for themselves."
One of Zahn's proudest accomplishments during her time on the Bellevue City Council was the development and implementation of a safe parking program. The program supported approximately 60 children experiencing housing instability by providing a safe space for families to park their cars, rest, study, and have a meal. The program particularly supported single working moms, helping them find their own stability and move into transitional housing.
Janice Zahn is a caring and compassionate leader who has hosted over 250 constituent meetings to hear their concerns. She has earned your vote for Position 1 representing the 41st Legislative District.
Council Chair Jared Mead is running unopposed for another term in the District 4 seat on the Snohomish County Council. Mead has held a number of public service positions, including four years on the Mill Creek City Council, two years as a state lawmaker in Legislative District 44, and his most recent tenure on the county council, where he has sat since he was appointed in 2020 and retained in the following election by voters. Mead, who was born and raised in south Snohomish County, has also worked as a legislative aide and as a campaign manager.
In his re-election campaign, Mead is focusing on several key issues, including affordability, public safety, and transportation. Mead supports expanding mental health resources and violence prevention programs to enhance public safety services. Regarding affordable housing, Mead acknowledges the need to increase the housing supply. However, we would be interested to see his approach expand to include solutions such as renter and tenant protections.
Mead referred to himself as being more right-leaning than his party, which is evidenced by certain votes and policy proposals he made during his time on the council. Earlier this year, Mead introduced the controversial Amendment 3 to the Critical Areas Regulations bill, which the conservative side of the council helped pass. His amendment faced public backlash for its lack of wildlife protections and for reducing buffers of protection around wetlands.
Additionally, Mead proposed an amendment to the Snohomish County budget that reduced funding for the Office of Social Justice and Executive Office funding after an audit found the department to be unsustainable in the long term. Fellow county council member, Strom Peterson, criticized the move, saying the council overstepped its authority.
We hope that Mead adopts more progressive positions on some key issues during his next term on the Snohomish County Council.
Council Chair Jared Mead is running unopposed for another term in the District 4 seat on the Snohomish County Council. Mead has held a number of public service positions, including four years on the Mill Creek City Council, two years as a state lawmaker in Legislative District 44, and his most recent tenure on the county council, where he has sat since he was appointed in 2020 and retained in the following election by voters. Mead, who was born and raised in south Snohomish County, has also worked as a legislative aide and as a campaign manager.
In his re-election campaign, Mead is focusing on several key issues, including affordability, public safety, and transportation. Mead supports expanding mental health resources and violence prevention programs to enhance public safety services. Regarding affordable housing, Mead acknowledges the need to increase the housing supply. However, we would be interested to see his approach expand to include solutions such as renter and tenant protections.
Mead referred to himself as being more right-leaning than his party, which is evidenced by certain votes and policy proposals he made during his time on the council. Earlier this year, Mead introduced the controversial Amendment 3 to the Critical Areas Regulations bill, which the conservative side of the council helped pass. His amendment faced public backlash for its lack of wildlife protections and for reducing buffers of protection around wetlands.
Additionally, Mead proposed an amendment to the Snohomish County budget that reduced funding for the Office of Social Justice and Executive Office funding after an audit found the department to be unsustainable in the long term. Fellow county council member, Strom Peterson, criticized the move, saying the council overstepped its authority.
We hope that Mead adopts more progressive positions on some key issues during his next term on the Snohomish County Council.
Council Chair Jared Mead is running unopposed for another term in the District 4 seat on the Snohomish County Council. Mead has held a number of public service positions, including four years on the Mill Creek City Council, two years as a state lawmaker in Legislative District 44, and his most recent tenure on the county council, where he has sat since he was appointed in 2020 and retained in the following election by voters. Mead, who was born and raised in south Snohomish County, has also worked as a legislative aide and as a campaign manager.
In his re-election campaign, Mead is focusing on several key issues, including affordability, public safety, and transportation. Mead supports expanding mental health resources and violence prevention programs to enhance public safety services. Regarding affordable housing, Mead acknowledges the need to increase the housing supply. However, we would be interested to see his approach expand to include solutions such as renter and tenant protections.
Mead referred to himself as being more right-leaning than his party, which is evidenced by certain votes and policy proposals he made during his time on the council. Earlier this year, Mead introduced the controversial Amendment 3 to the Critical Areas Regulations bill, which the conservative side of the council helped pass. His amendment faced public backlash for its lack of wildlife protections and for reducing buffers of protection around wetlands.
Additionally, Mead proposed an amendment to the Snohomish County budget that reduced funding for the Office of Social Justice and Executive Office funding after an audit found the department to be unsustainable in the long term. Fellow county council member, Strom Peterson, criticized the move, saying the council overstepped its authority.
We hope that Mead adopts more progressive positions on some key issues during his next term on the Snohomish County Council.
Elizabeth Boyle is running for Whatcom County Council, District 2. Boyle has been a resident of Whatcom County for 25 years and has owned a retail and wholesale business. According to her website, she was a school and nonprofit volunteer and "supported vital community health issues."
Boyle's campaign is focused on housing, public health, police reform, and economic development. She is an advocate for progressive solutions to the growing housing crisis, including maximizing in-fill and investing in long-term needs to prevent displacement. Boyle also has a background in public health advocacy, which informs her strategies for improving access to behavioral health care and childcare, with a focus in underserved communities. Additionally, she is a proponent of solutions proposed by the Justice Project to reduce incarceration rates through behavioral health care and diversion programs.
Both candidates in this race are progressive in their own right, with Boyle bringing years of experience as a small business owner and a robust volunteering portfolio. We lean toward Boyle because of her strong endorsements from local leaders and progressive advocacy groups.
Elizabeth Boyle is running for Whatcom County Council, District 2. Boyle has been a resident of Whatcom County for 25 years and has owned a retail and wholesale business. According to her website, she was a school and nonprofit volunteer and "supported vital community health issues."
Boyle's campaign is focused on housing, public health, police reform, and economic development. She is an advocate for progressive solutions to the growing housing crisis, including maximizing in-fill and investing in long-term needs to prevent displacement. Boyle also has a background in public health advocacy, which informs her strategies for improving access to behavioral health care and childcare, with a focus in underserved communities. Additionally, she is a proponent of solutions proposed by the Justice Project to reduce incarceration rates through behavioral health care and diversion programs.
Both candidates in this race are progressive in their own right, with Boyle bringing years of experience as a small business owner and a robust volunteering portfolio. We lean toward Boyle because of her strong endorsements from local leaders and progressive advocacy groups.
Elizabeth Boyle is running for Whatcom County Council, District 2. Boyle has been a resident of Whatcom County for 25 years and has owned a retail and wholesale business. According to her website, she was a school and nonprofit volunteer and "supported vital community health issues."
Boyle's campaign is focused on housing, public health, police reform, and economic development. She is an advocate for progressive solutions to the growing housing crisis, including maximizing in-fill and investing in long-term needs to prevent displacement. Boyle also has a background in public health advocacy, which informs her strategies for improving access to behavioral health care and childcare, with a focus in underserved communities. Additionally, she is a proponent of solutions proposed by the Justice Project to reduce incarceration rates through behavioral health care and diversion programs.
Both candidates in this race are progressive in their own right, with Boyle bringing years of experience as a small business owner and a robust volunteering portfolio. We lean toward Boyle because of her strong endorsements from local leaders and progressive advocacy groups.
Jessica Rienstra is running for Whatcom County Council, District 3. Rienstra ran successfully for the Whatcom County Charter Review Commission in 2024 and currently serves on the commission.
Her current campaign was inspired by the 2021 Nooksack flood, after she spent weeks helping her community recover from the wreckage. Due to this experience, Rienstra is prioritizing connectivity and infrastructure to not only strengthen her community but to promote emergency preparedness. She is also prioritizing diverse perspectives and equitable service. While her campaign website lacks specific policies she would support or implement, she demonstrates progressive priorities and values.
Rienstra has earned impressive early support from local progressive leaders and organizations. Jessica Rienstra is the best choice for Whatcom County Council, District 3.
Jessica Rienstra is running for Whatcom County Council, District 3. Rienstra ran successfully for the Whatcom County Charter Review Commission in 2024 and currently serves on the commission.
Her current campaign was inspired by the 2021 Nooksack flood, after she spent weeks helping her community recover from the wreckage. Due to this experience, Rienstra is prioritizing connectivity and infrastructure to not only strengthen her community but to promote emergency preparedness. She is also prioritizing diverse perspectives and equitable service. While her campaign website lacks specific policies she would support or implement, she demonstrates progressive priorities and values.
Rienstra has earned impressive early support from local progressive leaders and organizations. Jessica Rienstra is the best choice for Whatcom County Council, District 3.
Jessica Rienstra is running for Whatcom County Council, District 3. Rienstra ran successfully for the Whatcom County Charter Review Commission in 2024 and currently serves on the commission.
Her current campaign was inspired by the 2021 Nooksack flood, after she spent weeks helping her community recover from the wreckage. Due to this experience, Rienstra is prioritizing connectivity and infrastructure to not only strengthen her community but to promote emergency preparedness. She is also prioritizing diverse perspectives and equitable service. While her campaign website lacks specific policies she would support or implement, she demonstrates progressive priorities and values.
Rienstra has earned impressive early support from local progressive leaders and organizations. Jessica Rienstra is the best choice for Whatcom County Council, District 3.
Eddie Chang is also running for Bellevue City Council, Position 1. According to his website, he is a real estate agent, a small business owner, and a founding member of the Realogics Sotheby's International Realty.
Chang's campaign is prioritizing affordable housing, childcare, climate change, economic development, and public safety. Overall, Chang leans more progressive on social issues and moderate on economic issues. Using his background in real estate, Chang supports diverse housing development and advocates for re-evaluating zoning regulations to increase density. On public safety, Chang advocates for co-responder models, coupling plain-clothes police officers with mental health professionals to implement holistic and de-escalation tactics in crisis response. He has also provided more details about his plans for making childcare more affordable than most local candidates.
Chang has close ties with the Seattle King County Realtors, whose PAC has historically endorsed more conservative candidates. He is an RPAC "Hall of Fame" contributor, having donated a total of more than $25,000. Through his work with the Realtors, Chang has collaborated closely with some progressive legislators on housing issues, which has earned him multiple endorsements in this race, including all three Democrats from the 41st District.
Chang is a good choice if you're looking for new leadership on the Bellevue City Council that is more willing to disrupt the status quo.
Eddie Chang is also running for Bellevue City Council, Position 1. According to his website, he is a real estate agent, a small business owner, and a founding member of the Realogics Sotheby's International Realty.
Chang's campaign is prioritizing affordable housing, childcare, climate change, economic development, and public safety. Overall, Chang leans more progressive on social issues and moderate on economic issues. Using his background in real estate, Chang supports diverse housing development and advocates for re-evaluating zoning regulations to increase density. On public safety, Chang advocates for co-responder models, coupling plain-clothes police officers with mental health professionals to implement holistic and de-escalation tactics in crisis response. He has also provided more details about his plans for making childcare more affordable than most local candidates.
Chang has close ties with the Seattle King County Realtors, whose PAC has historically endorsed more conservative candidates. He is an RPAC "Hall of Fame" contributor, having donated a total of more than $25,000. Through his work with the Realtors, Chang has collaborated closely with some progressive legislators on housing issues, which has earned him multiple endorsements in this race, including all three Democrats from the 41st District.
Chang is a good choice if you're looking for new leadership on the Bellevue City Council that is more willing to disrupt the status quo.
Eddie Chang is also running for Bellevue City Council, Position 1. According to his website, he is a real estate agent, a small business owner, and a founding member of the Realogics Sotheby's International Realty.
Chang's campaign is prioritizing affordable housing, childcare, climate change, economic development, and public safety. Overall, Chang leans more progressive on social issues and moderate on economic issues. Using his background in real estate, Chang supports diverse housing development and advocates for re-evaluating zoning regulations to increase density. On public safety, Chang advocates for co-responder models, coupling plain-clothes police officers with mental health professionals to implement holistic and de-escalation tactics in crisis response. He has also provided more details about his plans for making childcare more affordable than most local candidates.
Chang has close ties with the Seattle King County Realtors, whose PAC has historically endorsed more conservative candidates. He is an RPAC "Hall of Fame" contributor, having donated a total of more than $25,000. Through his work with the Realtors, Chang has collaborated closely with some progressive legislators on housing issues, which has earned him multiple endorsements in this race, including all three Democrats from the 41st District.
Chang is a good choice if you're looking for new leadership on the Bellevue City Council that is more willing to disrupt the status quo.
Bellevue Mayor Lynne Robinson is running for another term in Position 6 on the Bellevue City Council. Robinson first joined in 2014 and was elected mayor by her fellow council members in 2020. She is the first person to serve three two-year terms as mayor in the city's history.
Robinson has led the city with a steady hand during a period of rapid change and growth over the last 5 years. She has worked to support small businesses, advocate for Bellevue's parks and green spaces, and maintain Bellevue's quality of life. Robinson is proud of her efforts to attract new businesses and high-paying jobs to the city, which has contributed to continuous growth in the downtown core. She also oversaw efforts to develop the Spring District and other hubs centered around the new light rail expansion through Bellevue. Despite these successes, we were recently disappointed to see Robinson organize a letter opposing progressive efforts in Olympia to ensure that the wealthiest corporations and individuals in our state pay what they truly owe our communities in taxes.
Lynne Robinson is the best choice for Position 6 on the Bellevue City Council.
Bellevue Mayor Lynne Robinson is running for another term in Position 6 on the Bellevue City Council. Robinson first joined in 2014 and was elected mayor by her fellow council members in 2020. She is the first person to serve three two-year terms as mayor in the city's history.
Robinson has led the city with a steady hand during a period of rapid change and growth over the last 5 years. She has worked to support small businesses, advocate for Bellevue's parks and green spaces, and maintain Bellevue's quality of life. Robinson is proud of her efforts to attract new businesses and high-paying jobs to the city, which has contributed to continuous growth in the downtown core. She also oversaw efforts to develop the Spring District and other hubs centered around the new light rail expansion through Bellevue. Despite these successes, we were recently disappointed to see Robinson organize a letter opposing progressive efforts in Olympia to ensure that the wealthiest corporations and individuals in our state pay what they truly owe our communities in taxes.
Lynne Robinson is the best choice for Position 6 on the Bellevue City Council.
Bellevue Mayor Lynne Robinson is running for another term in Position 6 on the Bellevue City Council. Robinson first joined in 2014 and was elected mayor by her fellow council members in 2020. She is the first person to serve three two-year terms as mayor in the city's history.
Robinson has led the city with a steady hand during a period of rapid change and growth over the last 5 years. She has worked to support small businesses, advocate for Bellevue's parks and green spaces, and maintain Bellevue's quality of life. Robinson is proud of her efforts to attract new businesses and high-paying jobs to the city, which has contributed to continuous growth in the downtown core. She also oversaw efforts to develop the Spring District and other hubs centered around the new light rail expansion through Bellevue. Despite these successes, we were recently disappointed to see Robinson organize a letter opposing progressive efforts in Olympia to ensure that the wealthiest corporations and individuals in our state pay what they truly owe our communities in taxes.
Lynne Robinson is the best choice for Position 6 on the Bellevue City Council.
Rebecca Long is running for Cheney City Council, Position 4. She was the founder and president of Future Ada, a nonprofit focused on empowering women and minorities in STEAM fields.
Long is running a mostly progressive campaign focused on revitalizing the downtown area, modernizing infrastructure, and expanding family housing. In our interview, she acknowledged the need for inclusive policies that incorporate the perspectives of minority community members. While her platform could be expanded further to include specific policy proposals, we appreciate her willingness to hear from diverse voices and implement community-driven solutions.
We recommend voting for Rebecca Long for Cheney City Council, Position 4.
Rebecca Long is running for Cheney City Council, Position 4. She was the founder and president of Future Ada, a nonprofit focused on empowering women and minorities in STEAM fields.
Long is running a mostly progressive campaign focused on revitalizing the downtown area, modernizing infrastructure, and expanding family housing. In our interview, she acknowledged the need for inclusive policies that incorporate the perspectives of minority community members. While her platform could be expanded further to include specific policy proposals, we appreciate her willingness to hear from diverse voices and implement community-driven solutions.
We recommend voting for Rebecca Long for Cheney City Council, Position 4.
Rebecca Long is running for Cheney City Council, Position 4. She was the founder and president of Future Ada, a nonprofit focused on empowering women and minorities in STEAM fields.
Long is running a mostly progressive campaign focused on revitalizing the downtown area, modernizing infrastructure, and expanding family housing. In our interview, she acknowledged the need for inclusive policies that incorporate the perspectives of minority community members. While her platform could be expanded further to include specific policy proposals, we appreciate her willingness to hear from diverse voices and implement community-driven solutions.
We recommend voting for Rebecca Long for Cheney City Council, Position 4.
Incumbent Paula Rhyne is seeking re-election for Everett City Council Position 2. During her tenure on the Everett City Council, Rhyne kept her campaign promises to address community concerns, including public safety, affordable housing, and worker protections.
Rhyne has worked to bar employers found guilty of wage theft from being awarded city contracts. She also advocated for federal funding for Alternative Response Teams to handle the mental health crisis, as well as the Emergency Mobile Opioid Treatment Everett (EMOTE) to help treat those struggling with opioid addiction. Additionally, she helped downtown business owners offset the financial impact of COVID through funding for the Downtown Everett Association to support their storefront grants.
Over the course of her first four years in office, Rhyne has demonstrated herself to be a strong leader committed to serving the Everett community. We recommend re-electing Paula Rhyne for Everett City Council Position 2.
Incumbent Paula Rhyne is seeking re-election for Everett City Council Position 2. During her tenure on the Everett City Council, Rhyne kept her campaign promises to address community concerns, including public safety, affordable housing, and worker protections.
Rhyne has worked to bar employers found guilty of wage theft from being awarded city contracts. She also advocated for federal funding for Alternative Response Teams to handle the mental health crisis, as well as the Emergency Mobile Opioid Treatment Everett (EMOTE) to help treat those struggling with opioid addiction. Additionally, she helped downtown business owners offset the financial impact of COVID through funding for the Downtown Everett Association to support their storefront grants.
Over the course of her first four years in office, Rhyne has demonstrated herself to be a strong leader committed to serving the Everett community. We recommend re-electing Paula Rhyne for Everett City Council Position 2.
Incumbent Paula Rhyne is seeking re-election for Everett City Council Position 2. During her tenure on the Everett City Council, Rhyne kept her campaign promises to address community concerns, including public safety, affordable housing, and worker protections.
Rhyne has worked to bar employers found guilty of wage theft from being awarded city contracts. She also advocated for federal funding for Alternative Response Teams to handle the mental health crisis, as well as the Emergency Mobile Opioid Treatment Everett (EMOTE) to help treat those struggling with opioid addiction. Additionally, she helped downtown business owners offset the financial impact of COVID through funding for the Downtown Everett Association to support their storefront grants.
Over the course of her first four years in office, Rhyne has demonstrated herself to be a strong leader committed to serving the Everett community. We recommend re-electing Paula Rhyne for Everett City Council Position 2.
Shilpa Prem is running for Kirkland City Council, Position 3. Prem is an accomplished candidate, having worked as both an attorney and an engineer. She is currently on the board of Emerge Washington, an organization that trains and prepares Democratic women running for office. Furthermore, Prem is also a board member of the South Asian Bar Association, which supports South Asian women in the legal field.
Prem's campaign is focusing on community involvement, improved transportation services, and public safety. She is an advocate for more affordable and varied housing. She is also a supporter of the Community Responder Program and wants to implement policies to prevent gun violence. If elected, Prem aims to enhance and expand sustainable transportation options, including transit access and prioritizing walkable neighborhoods.
Due to her extensive professional background and clear passion for progressive solutions, we recommend voting for Shilpa Prem for Kirkland City Council, Position 3.
Shilpa Prem is running for Kirkland City Council, Position 3. Prem is an accomplished candidate, having worked as both an attorney and an engineer. She is currently on the board of Emerge Washington, an organization that trains and prepares Democratic women running for office. Furthermore, Prem is also a board member of the South Asian Bar Association, which supports South Asian women in the legal field.
Prem's campaign is focusing on community involvement, improved transportation services, and public safety. She is an advocate for more affordable and varied housing. She is also a supporter of the Community Responder Program and wants to implement policies to prevent gun violence. If elected, Prem aims to enhance and expand sustainable transportation options, including transit access and prioritizing walkable neighborhoods.
Due to her extensive professional background and clear passion for progressive solutions, we recommend voting for Shilpa Prem for Kirkland City Council, Position 3.
Shilpa Prem is running for Kirkland City Council, Position 3. Prem is an accomplished candidate, having worked as both an attorney and an engineer. She is currently on the board of Emerge Washington, an organization that trains and prepares Democratic women running for office. Furthermore, Prem is also a board member of the South Asian Bar Association, which supports South Asian women in the legal field.
Prem's campaign is focusing on community involvement, improved transportation services, and public safety. She is an advocate for more affordable and varied housing. She is also a supporter of the Community Responder Program and wants to implement policies to prevent gun violence. If elected, Prem aims to enhance and expand sustainable transportation options, including transit access and prioritizing walkable neighborhoods.
Due to her extensive professional background and clear passion for progressive solutions, we recommend voting for Shilpa Prem for Kirkland City Council, Position 3.
Kurt Dresner is running for Kirkland City Council, Position 7. Dresner is a resident of the Everest neighborhood and Vice-Chair of its neighborhood association. He is an active member of the Kirkland community, cofounding the nonprofit Liveable Kirkland, which advocates for various progressive issues. Through Liveable Kirkland, Dresner helped implement community programs, including a volunteer bike valet program, a new tool-lending library, and a weekly morning coffee gathering. He is also a frequent attendee of Kirkland City Council meetings.
Dresner's campaign platform is focused on improving housing affordability, expanding transportation options, and maintaining Kirkland's excellent parks and recreation spaces. He supports policies that would make it easier and less expensive to build new homes, thereby alleviating Kirkland's severe housing shortage. He hopes to improve transit options by increasing the frequency of public transportation and creating more walker- and biker-friendly spaces.
Kurt Dresner is someone who clearly cares deeply about our community and is well-versed in the issues facing residents. We enthusiastically recommend voting for Kurt Dresner for Kirkland City Council, Position 7.
Kurt Dresner is running for Kirkland City Council, Position 7. Dresner is a resident of the Everest neighborhood and Vice-Chair of its neighborhood association. He is an active member of the Kirkland community, cofounding the nonprofit Liveable Kirkland, which advocates for various progressive issues. Through Liveable Kirkland, Dresner helped implement community programs, including a volunteer bike valet program, a new tool-lending library, and a weekly morning coffee gathering. He is also a frequent attendee of Kirkland City Council meetings.
Dresner's campaign platform is focused on improving housing affordability, expanding transportation options, and maintaining Kirkland's excellent parks and recreation spaces. He supports policies that would make it easier and less expensive to build new homes, thereby alleviating Kirkland's severe housing shortage. He hopes to improve transit options by increasing the frequency of public transportation and creating more walker- and biker-friendly spaces.
Kurt Dresner is someone who clearly cares deeply about our community and is well-versed in the issues facing residents. We enthusiastically recommend voting for Kurt Dresner for Kirkland City Council, Position 7.
Kurt Dresner is running for Kirkland City Council, Position 7. Dresner is a resident of the Everest neighborhood and Vice-Chair of its neighborhood association. He is an active member of the Kirkland community, cofounding the nonprofit Liveable Kirkland, which advocates for various progressive issues. Through Liveable Kirkland, Dresner helped implement community programs, including a volunteer bike valet program, a new tool-lending library, and a weekly morning coffee gathering. He is also a frequent attendee of Kirkland City Council meetings.
Dresner's campaign platform is focused on improving housing affordability, expanding transportation options, and maintaining Kirkland's excellent parks and recreation spaces. He supports policies that would make it easier and less expensive to build new homes, thereby alleviating Kirkland's severe housing shortage. He hopes to improve transit options by increasing the frequency of public transportation and creating more walker- and biker-friendly spaces.
Kurt Dresner is someone who clearly cares deeply about our community and is well-versed in the issues facing residents. We enthusiastically recommend voting for Kurt Dresner for Kirkland City Council, Position 7.
Stefanie LeJeunesse is running against Consuelo Pineda and Demi Daman for Mount Vernon City Council, At-Large. We are confident LeJeunesse is the best choice in this race based on endorsements from our partners and trusted community leaders. While we have not been able to conduct our standard independent research on this race, we encourage you to visit their website, social media, or voters’ pamphlet statement to learn more.
Stefanie LeJeunesse is running against Consuelo Pineda and Demi Daman for Mount Vernon City Council, At-Large. We are confident LeJeunesse is the best choice in this race based on endorsements from our partners and trusted community leaders. While we have not been able to conduct our standard independent research on this race, we encourage you to visit their website, social media, or voters’ pamphlet statement to learn more.
Stefanie LeJeunesse is running against Consuelo Pineda and Demi Daman for Mount Vernon City Council, At-Large. We are confident LeJeunesse is the best choice in this race based on endorsements from our partners and trusted community leaders. While we have not been able to conduct our standard independent research on this race, we encourage you to visit their website, social media, or voters’ pamphlet statement to learn more.
Incumbent Clark Gilman is running for re-election for the Olympia City Council, Position 4. Throughout his tenure on the city council, Gilman has proven himself to be a thoughtful and progressive leader in Olympia.
In 2025, Gilman proposed to provide $30,000 in council goal funds to support immigrants and refugee families in Thurston County. The council approved the proposal unanimously, with fellow council member Dani Madrone saying, "Gilman has been engaging with the immigrant community to learn about the needs they have." He recently challenged the latest 2045 Comprehensive Plan, saying the draft chapter "falls short of aligning with the city's climate goals, particularly in terms of how it evaluates transportation-related projects." He highlighted the influence of interest groups on these issues and proposed including a chapter to prioritize projects that reduce urban sprawl or decrease emissions.
We recommend Clark Gilman for re-election to the Olympia City Council, Position 4.
Incumbent Clark Gilman is running for re-election for the Olympia City Council, Position 4. Throughout his tenure on the city council, Gilman has proven himself to be a thoughtful and progressive leader in Olympia.
In 2025, Gilman proposed to provide $30,000 in council goal funds to support immigrants and refugee families in Thurston County. The council approved the proposal unanimously, with fellow council member Dani Madrone saying, "Gilman has been engaging with the immigrant community to learn about the needs they have." He recently challenged the latest 2045 Comprehensive Plan, saying the draft chapter "falls short of aligning with the city's climate goals, particularly in terms of how it evaluates transportation-related projects." He highlighted the influence of interest groups on these issues and proposed including a chapter to prioritize projects that reduce urban sprawl or decrease emissions.
We recommend Clark Gilman for re-election to the Olympia City Council, Position 4.
Incumbent Clark Gilman is running for re-election for the Olympia City Council, Position 4. Throughout his tenure on the city council, Gilman has proven himself to be a thoughtful and progressive leader in Olympia.
In 2025, Gilman proposed to provide $30,000 in council goal funds to support immigrants and refugee families in Thurston County. The council approved the proposal unanimously, with fellow council member Dani Madrone saying, "Gilman has been engaging with the immigrant community to learn about the needs they have." He recently challenged the latest 2045 Comprehensive Plan, saying the draft chapter "falls short of aligning with the city's climate goals, particularly in terms of how it evaluates transportation-related projects." He highlighted the influence of interest groups on these issues and proposed including a chapter to prioritize projects that reduce urban sprawl or decrease emissions.
We recommend Clark Gilman for re-election to the Olympia City Council, Position 4.
Robert Vanderpool is running to retain Position 6 on the Olympia City Council. He was appointed to his seat in early 2024 and at the time was the chair of the city’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee. During the appointment process last year, Vanderpool emphasized the importance of meaningful public engagement in discussions surrounding the affordable housing crisis.
During his short time on the council, Vanderpool co-sponsored a resolution "urging the state and federal governments to create commissions to study reparations for the descendants of enslaved African people." The resolution proposed several actions, including prioritizing efforts in "reparative justice to increase Black homeownership" as part of Olympia's housing strategy. On the resolution, Vanderpool said that the city has a responsibility to address the enduring impacts of slavery, Jim Crow laws, and redlining to ensure equity and universal freedoms.
His current campaign continues to focus on progressive issues, such as raising the minimum wage with phase-in plans for small and medium-sized businesses. Vanderpool aims to build on the progress made in addressing affordable housing through mixed-income units and flexible development. Furthermore, Vanderpool is a proponent of improving transit options throughout Olympia by expanding public transportation and prioritizing infrastructure that facilitates more walking and biking.
Due to his progressive leadership in just a short time on the council, Robert Vanderpool is the best choice in the race for Olympia City Council, Position 6.
Robert Vanderpool is running to retain Position 6 on the Olympia City Council. He was appointed to his seat in early 2024 and at the time was the chair of the city’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee. During the appointment process last year, Vanderpool emphasized the importance of meaningful public engagement in discussions surrounding the affordable housing crisis.
During his short time on the council, Vanderpool co-sponsored a resolution "urging the state and federal governments to create commissions to study reparations for the descendants of enslaved African people." The resolution proposed several actions, including prioritizing efforts in "reparative justice to increase Black homeownership" as part of Olympia's housing strategy. On the resolution, Vanderpool said that the city has a responsibility to address the enduring impacts of slavery, Jim Crow laws, and redlining to ensure equity and universal freedoms.
His current campaign continues to focus on progressive issues, such as raising the minimum wage with phase-in plans for small and medium-sized businesses. Vanderpool aims to build on the progress made in addressing affordable housing through mixed-income units and flexible development. Furthermore, Vanderpool is a proponent of improving transit options throughout Olympia by expanding public transportation and prioritizing infrastructure that facilitates more walking and biking.
Due to his progressive leadership in just a short time on the council, Robert Vanderpool is the best choice in the race for Olympia City Council, Position 6.
Robert Vanderpool is running to retain Position 6 on the Olympia City Council. He was appointed to his seat in early 2024 and at the time was the chair of the city’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee. During the appointment process last year, Vanderpool emphasized the importance of meaningful public engagement in discussions surrounding the affordable housing crisis.
During his short time on the council, Vanderpool co-sponsored a resolution "urging the state and federal governments to create commissions to study reparations for the descendants of enslaved African people." The resolution proposed several actions, including prioritizing efforts in "reparative justice to increase Black homeownership" as part of Olympia's housing strategy. On the resolution, Vanderpool said that the city has a responsibility to address the enduring impacts of slavery, Jim Crow laws, and redlining to ensure equity and universal freedoms.
His current campaign continues to focus on progressive issues, such as raising the minimum wage with phase-in plans for small and medium-sized businesses. Vanderpool aims to build on the progress made in addressing affordable housing through mixed-income units and flexible development. Furthermore, Vanderpool is a proponent of improving transit options throughout Olympia by expanding public transportation and prioritizing infrastructure that facilitates more walking and biking.
Due to his progressive leadership in just a short time on the council, Robert Vanderpool is the best choice in the race for Olympia City Council, Position 6.
Vivek Prakriya is challenging Steve Fields for Redmond City Council, Position 2. Prakriya currently serves as a youth advisor on Redmond's Human Services Commission and often attends city council meetings. He is also a student at the University of Washington, pursuing degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics.
Prakriya is running a progressive campaign focused on infrastructure, affordable housing, improving transportation, and parks and recreation. He is a proponent of varied housing that supports residents at every stage of life. He also hopes to increase the frequency of transit to make it a more viable option for residents. Furthermore, he aims to complete the "Olmsted Necklace" of interconnected parks, thereby creating a more seamless trail between them.
Vivek Prakriya is an active member of his community and a champion of progressive solutions. We recommend voting for him for Redmond City Council, Position 2.
Vivek Prakriya is challenging Steve Fields for Redmond City Council, Position 2. Prakriya currently serves as a youth advisor on Redmond's Human Services Commission and often attends city council meetings. He is also a student at the University of Washington, pursuing degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics.
Prakriya is running a progressive campaign focused on infrastructure, affordable housing, improving transportation, and parks and recreation. He is a proponent of varied housing that supports residents at every stage of life. He also hopes to increase the frequency of transit to make it a more viable option for residents. Furthermore, he aims to complete the "Olmsted Necklace" of interconnected parks, thereby creating a more seamless trail between them.
Vivek Prakriya is an active member of his community and a champion of progressive solutions. We recommend voting for him for Redmond City Council, Position 2.
Vivek Prakriya is challenging Steve Fields for Redmond City Council, Position 2. Prakriya currently serves as a youth advisor on Redmond's Human Services Commission and often attends city council meetings. He is also a student at the University of Washington, pursuing degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics.
Prakriya is running a progressive campaign focused on infrastructure, affordable housing, improving transportation, and parks and recreation. He is a proponent of varied housing that supports residents at every stage of life. He also hopes to increase the frequency of transit to make it a more viable option for residents. Furthermore, he aims to complete the "Olmsted Necklace" of interconnected parks, thereby creating a more seamless trail between them.
Vivek Prakriya is an active member of his community and a champion of progressive solutions. We recommend voting for him for Redmond City Council, Position 2.
Melissa Stuart is running to retain Position 4 on the Redmond City Council. Prior to joining the council in 2022, Stuart worked for the Boys & Girls Clubs of King County and Youth Eastside Services. She also served on the board of Zero Waste Washington and volunteered as a Climate Justice Steward with the Alliance for Jobs & Clean Energy.
During her tenure on the council, Stuart advocated for increased community connection through public listening sessions held throughout Redmond. As a council member, she also championed housing affordability through zoning changes and incentive packages. She plans to continue advocating for affordable housing solutions if re-elected. Furthermore, Stuart leveraged her background in climate justice to advocate for greener practices in Redmond, including promoting development near transit hubs and supporting efforts to divert construction waste from landfills.
Due to her previous background in climate justice, as well as multiple endorsements from our partner organizations, we recommend Melissa Stuart for re-election to the Redmond City Council, Position 4.
Melissa Stuart is running to retain Position 4 on the Redmond City Council. Prior to joining the council in 2022, Stuart worked for the Boys & Girls Clubs of King County and Youth Eastside Services. She also served on the board of Zero Waste Washington and volunteered as a Climate Justice Steward with the Alliance for Jobs & Clean Energy.
During her tenure on the council, Stuart advocated for increased community connection through public listening sessions held throughout Redmond. As a council member, she also championed housing affordability through zoning changes and incentive packages. She plans to continue advocating for affordable housing solutions if re-elected. Furthermore, Stuart leveraged her background in climate justice to advocate for greener practices in Redmond, including promoting development near transit hubs and supporting efforts to divert construction waste from landfills.
Due to her previous background in climate justice, as well as multiple endorsements from our partner organizations, we recommend Melissa Stuart for re-election to the Redmond City Council, Position 4.
Melissa Stuart is running to retain Position 4 on the Redmond City Council. Prior to joining the council in 2022, Stuart worked for the Boys & Girls Clubs of King County and Youth Eastside Services. She also served on the board of Zero Waste Washington and volunteered as a Climate Justice Steward with the Alliance for Jobs & Clean Energy.
During her tenure on the council, Stuart advocated for increased community connection through public listening sessions held throughout Redmond. As a council member, she also championed housing affordability through zoning changes and incentive packages. She plans to continue advocating for affordable housing solutions if re-elected. Furthermore, Stuart leveraged her background in climate justice to advocate for greener practices in Redmond, including promoting development near transit hubs and supporting efforts to divert construction waste from landfills.
Due to her previous background in climate justice, as well as multiple endorsements from our partner organizations, we recommend Melissa Stuart for re-election to the Redmond City Council, Position 4.
Menka Soni is running for Redmond City Council, Position 6. Soni is the founder of AmPowering, a nonprofit organization that provides services to low-income and homeless neighbors.
If elected, Soni would prioritize affordable housing and addressing homelessness. She is proposing progressive solutions, such as anti-displacement policies, expanding shelter and recovery-oriented services, and cultural competency training for police officers that emphasizes dignity over criminalization. Additionally, she hopes to improve equity in city contracting and support businesses owned by people of color. Finally, she aims to prioritize clean transportation and enhance pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure.
Based on her experience providing community services and her progressive campaign platform, we believe Menka Soni is the best choice for Redmond City Council, Position 6.
Menka Soni is running for Redmond City Council, Position 6. Soni is the founder of AmPowering, a nonprofit organization that provides services to low-income and homeless neighbors.
If elected, Soni would prioritize affordable housing and addressing homelessness. She is proposing progressive solutions, such as anti-displacement policies, expanding shelter and recovery-oriented services, and cultural competency training for police officers that emphasizes dignity over criminalization. Additionally, she hopes to improve equity in city contracting and support businesses owned by people of color. Finally, she aims to prioritize clean transportation and enhance pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure.
Based on her experience providing community services and her progressive campaign platform, we believe Menka Soni is the best choice for Redmond City Council, Position 6.
Menka Soni is running for Redmond City Council, Position 6. Soni is the founder of AmPowering, a nonprofit organization that provides services to low-income and homeless neighbors.
If elected, Soni would prioritize affordable housing and addressing homelessness. She is proposing progressive solutions, such as anti-displacement policies, expanding shelter and recovery-oriented services, and cultural competency training for police officers that emphasizes dignity over criminalization. Additionally, she hopes to improve equity in city contracting and support businesses owned by people of color. Finally, she aims to prioritize clean transportation and enhance pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure.
Based on her experience providing community services and her progressive campaign platform, we believe Menka Soni is the best choice for Redmond City Council, Position 6.
Lin Yang is running for Sammamish City Council, Position 5. Yang is a Chinese-American immigrant who was raised by a single mom in Sammamish. Yang highlighted the community that welcomed him and his mom when they were new to the city and how they became their support system. Yang went on to earn two degrees in public policy and eventually returned to Sammamish to raise his own family. Yang started the Sammamish Independent, a local newspaper that provided student journalists with an opportunity to get involved in their community.
Yang's campaign platform is focused on expanding housing and transit options to reduce the cost of living. Citing the astronomical median home price of $1.7 million, he wants to add more homes and increase affordability requirements for new housing developments. Additionally, he would prioritize creating a community center to foster stronger connections between neighbors.
Lin Yang is clearly an involved community member who wants to give back to his community what they gave to him. Lin Yang is the best choice for Sammamish City Council, Position 5.
Lin Yang is running for Sammamish City Council, Position 5. Yang is a Chinese-American immigrant who was raised by a single mom in Sammamish. Yang highlighted the community that welcomed him and his mom when they were new to the city and how they became their support system. Yang went on to earn two degrees in public policy and eventually returned to Sammamish to raise his own family. Yang started the Sammamish Independent, a local newspaper that provided student journalists with an opportunity to get involved in their community.
Yang's campaign platform is focused on expanding housing and transit options to reduce the cost of living. Citing the astronomical median home price of $1.7 million, he wants to add more homes and increase affordability requirements for new housing developments. Additionally, he would prioritize creating a community center to foster stronger connections between neighbors.
Lin Yang is clearly an involved community member who wants to give back to his community what they gave to him. Lin Yang is the best choice for Sammamish City Council, Position 5.
Lin Yang is running for Sammamish City Council, Position 5. Yang is a Chinese-American immigrant who was raised by a single mom in Sammamish. Yang highlighted the community that welcomed him and his mom when they were new to the city and how they became their support system. Yang went on to earn two degrees in public policy and eventually returned to Sammamish to raise his own family. Yang started the Sammamish Independent, a local newspaper that provided student journalists with an opportunity to get involved in their community.
Yang's campaign platform is focused on expanding housing and transit options to reduce the cost of living. Citing the astronomical median home price of $1.7 million, he wants to add more homes and increase affordability requirements for new housing developments. Additionally, he would prioritize creating a community center to foster stronger connections between neighbors.
Lin Yang is clearly an involved community member who wants to give back to his community what they gave to him. Lin Yang is the best choice for Sammamish City Council, Position 5.
Zack Zappone is running for re-election for Spokane City Council, District 3, Position 2. Zappone is a local high school English teacher and has served on the Spokane City Council since 2021. According to The Spokesman-Review, Zappone is also the first openly queer leader elected to the council, advocating for progressive causes such as increased housing density, eliminating Spokane transit fares, and reducing barriers for community events.
Zappone is running on a progressive campaign, saying "everyone deserves a fair shot." During his first term, Zappone championed many progressive solutions such as approving renter protections, making streets more walker and biker-friendly, and investing in affordable housing units. In his current campaign, Zappone aims to continue making Spokane a safer and more affordable place to live.
Zappone is by far the best choice in this race for Spokane City Council, District 3, Position 2.
Zack Zappone is running for re-election for Spokane City Council, District 3, Position 2. Zappone is a local high school English teacher and has served on the Spokane City Council since 2021. According to The Spokesman-Review, Zappone is also the first openly queer leader elected to the council, advocating for progressive causes such as increased housing density, eliminating Spokane transit fares, and reducing barriers for community events.
Zappone is running on a progressive campaign, saying "everyone deserves a fair shot." During his first term, Zappone championed many progressive solutions such as approving renter protections, making streets more walker and biker-friendly, and investing in affordable housing units. In his current campaign, Zappone aims to continue making Spokane a safer and more affordable place to live.
Zappone is by far the best choice in this race for Spokane City Council, District 3, Position 2.
Zack Zappone is running for re-election for Spokane City Council, District 3, Position 2. Zappone is a local high school English teacher and has served on the Spokane City Council since 2021. According to The Spokesman-Review, Zappone is also the first openly queer leader elected to the council, advocating for progressive causes such as increased housing density, eliminating Spokane transit fares, and reducing barriers for community events.
Zappone is running on a progressive campaign, saying "everyone deserves a fair shot." During his first term, Zappone championed many progressive solutions such as approving renter protections, making streets more walker and biker-friendly, and investing in affordable housing units. In his current campaign, Zappone aims to continue making Spokane a safer and more affordable place to live.
Zappone is by far the best choice in this race for Spokane City Council, District 3, Position 2.
Kim Harless is running for re-election to Vancouver City Council, Position 1. Professionally, Harless works in community development at the non-profit NAYA Family Center, which sustains traditions and provides mutual support for Native Americans in the Portland metro area.
Harless has spent the last four years helping to provide solutions for homeownership, supporting policies and funding to move people out of homelessness, and elevating the voices of community members who are often left out of decision-making processes. Harless is running again to ensure Vancouver’s climate policy is implemented effectively and with urgency, and includes Indigenous knowledge and wisdom. She wants every policy to be fair, every process transparent, and every neighborhood to be heard. She seeks to provide more homeownership opportunities, strengthen tenant protections, and move from crisis to solutions.
Kim Harless has earned your vote for re-election to the Vancouver City Council, Position 1.
Kim Harless is running for re-election to Vancouver City Council, Position 1. Professionally, Harless works in community development at the non-profit NAYA Family Center, which sustains traditions and provides mutual support for Native Americans in the Portland metro area.
Harless has spent the last four years helping to provide solutions for homeownership, supporting policies and funding to move people out of homelessness, and elevating the voices of community members who are often left out of decision-making processes. Harless is running again to ensure Vancouver’s climate policy is implemented effectively and with urgency, and includes Indigenous knowledge and wisdom. She wants every policy to be fair, every process transparent, and every neighborhood to be heard. She seeks to provide more homeownership opportunities, strengthen tenant protections, and move from crisis to solutions.
Kim Harless has earned your vote for re-election to the Vancouver City Council, Position 1.
Kim Harless is running for re-election to Vancouver City Council, Position 1. Professionally, Harless works in community development at the non-profit NAYA Family Center, which sustains traditions and provides mutual support for Native Americans in the Portland metro area.
Harless has spent the last four years helping to provide solutions for homeownership, supporting policies and funding to move people out of homelessness, and elevating the voices of community members who are often left out of decision-making processes. Harless is running again to ensure Vancouver’s climate policy is implemented effectively and with urgency, and includes Indigenous knowledge and wisdom. She wants every policy to be fair, every process transparent, and every neighborhood to be heard. She seeks to provide more homeownership opportunities, strengthen tenant protections, and move from crisis to solutions.
Kim Harless has earned your vote for re-election to the Vancouver City Council, Position 1.
James Randolph is running for re-election for Woodinville City Council, Position 7. Randolph is an active community member and previously served on the King County Site Advisory Group to oppose a new waste transfer station in Woodinville.
Randolph's re-election campaign is focused on transit and the environment. He wants to expand the bus service to connect residents to the Light Rail station, hoping it will also reduce traffic and improve affordable housing efforts.
James Randolph has been a progressive voice on the Woodinville City Council and earned your vote for Position 7.
James Randolph is running for re-election for Woodinville City Council, Position 7. Randolph is an active community member and previously served on the King County Site Advisory Group to oppose a new waste transfer station in Woodinville.
Randolph's re-election campaign is focused on transit and the environment. He wants to expand the bus service to connect residents to the Light Rail station, hoping it will also reduce traffic and improve affordable housing efforts.
James Randolph has been a progressive voice on the Woodinville City Council and earned your vote for Position 7.
James Randolph is running for re-election for Woodinville City Council, Position 7. Randolph is an active community member and previously served on the King County Site Advisory Group to oppose a new waste transfer station in Woodinville.
Randolph's re-election campaign is focused on transit and the environment. He wants to expand the bus service to connect residents to the Light Rail station, hoping it will also reduce traffic and improve affordable housing efforts.
James Randolph has been a progressive voice on the Woodinville City Council and earned your vote for Position 7.
