 May 2022: Out and About in Our Communities!
Dear Friend,
In the first quarter of the year, we sent out a District-wide survey and 1,622 residents responded, sharing thoughts, priorities, and ways that we can work together for our communities! We have been reviewing responses and are working on initiatives that we will share soon, which focus on our shared District-wide priorities of environmental protection & climate change, public safety, roads & streets, and behavioral health.
As we explore next steps for these areas, I wanted to share a snapshot of the collected 1,622 responses below. Please see the links below the photo for more detailed responses and an area-specific breakdown of the data:
 Please take a moment to visit our website and see our District-wide priorities here!
See the unique responses for your particular area by checking out the left-hand column and clicking through the "Survey Data" sub-tabs on my website here!
We've learned so much from this process that will inform our decision-making in District 3. Thank you again for sharing your priorities. Now let's get to work!
Sarah
Words are not enough to express the deep sadness I feel today. Sadness not only at the horrific murder of children and adults yesterday – 21 of them at the latest count and three more seriously injured – but at the fact that this is but one of so many mass shootings that regularly take place in our nation. It was just 11 days ago that another shooter opened fire in Buffalo, New York and killed 10 Black people and injured three more. A day later, a man opened fire in a Taiwanese church in Laguna Woods, California, killing one and injuring five others. And there have been so very many more.
We cannot allow this violence to continue in any community. It must stop. I am committed to focusing my work on behavioral health, which is a crisis in our country, and looking at what work we can do locally – and what pressure we can apply federally and at the state level – to strengthen gun safety laws. We are committed to do better in King County – we can and we will, together.
Read my statement here: Perry statement on Texas school shooting - King County
Upcoming Events!
1. NEXT WEEK, June 2nd - Carnation Town Hall! Sign Up Here!
We are excited to host an in-person Town Hall next week, Thursday, June 2nd at 6:30 PM at sno-Valley Senior Center (4610 Stephens Ave, Carnation, WA 98014). Join us for a gathering and opportunity to get to know one another, ask questions, and hear about our goals for all of our Carnation communities! We will have a chance to hear from Mayor Kim Lisk and a special speaker to be announced shortly. Space is limited, so click "Going" on the Facebook event and sign up for the event here so that we have enough seats and refreshments (kiddos welcome)!
2. June 28th: Duvall Town Hall
Councilmember Perry is hosting an in-person Duvall Town Hall on Tuesday, June 28th at 6:30PM. Stay tuned for more details!
3. July 21st: Fall City Town Hall
Save the date to join us for an in-person Fall City Town Hall on Thursday, July 21st at 6:30PM. Stay tuned for more details!
This past month, we held two Town Halls – in Skykomish and Bothell – and residents showed up with some great questions! Check out some photos from the events:
 Left: Mayor Henry Sladek speaking at the Skykomish Town Hall on May 12th, hosted at Sky Artworks; Right: Bothell Town Hall co-hosted with King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski with guests, King County Sheriff Patti Cole-Tindall, Bothell Mayor Mason Thompson, Bothell Police Chief Ken Seuberlich, and Bothell Fire Chief Bruce Kroon.
A Time for Recognition
In this month of May, which is both Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and Mental Health Awareness Month, it's important that we have the conversation about supporting the behavioral health of everyone in our community, especially anyone who isn't receiving support out of fear or stigma. With this in mind, Councilmember Girmay Zahilay and I brought forward a proclamation to Recognize May 10th as Asian/Asian American Mental Health Awareness Day in King County and it had full support of the entire Council!
We need to use this time to uplift the work of providers, organizations, and resources, all of which need to be at the forefront of behavioral health discussions. Raising awareness about behavioral health in the Asian/Asian American community will not only encourage people to seek the support that they need but might also encourage professional interest in health and human services careers which will lead to a more diverse workforce that reflects the community! Read our full proclamation here.
Engaging with Our Communities!
Left: At the groundbreaking of the East Lake Sammamish Trail Segment B with Redmond Mayor Angela Birney and Councilmembers Vanessa Kritzer and Jessica Forsythe; Center: Touring the Skykomish Road Services Maintenance Shop with King County Dept. of Local Services; Right: Checking out the trail behind the Redmond Ridge Community Center with King County Dept. of Natural Resources.
I have been working hard to make sure that our District 3 community has all the resources and services that we need! Some of the recent initiatives that we are working on include:
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We are working hard on our subarea plans throughout King County to inform our 2024 King County Comprehensive Plan update, establishing the next 10-year regional vision!
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I have spent the past few months visiting our cities and towns and presenting at City Councils, hosting Town Halls, and meeting with superintendents and healthcare facilities. We've also been meeting with Police Chiefs, Sheriffs, and Fire Chiefs in our 10 cities, as well as with the Snoqualmie Indian Tribe and the Tulalip Tribes, to explore options, gaps, and overlaps in who to call, who will come, and where to go for behavioral health needs for our community. I really appreciated the opportunity to participate in a trip to Arizona to see the gold seal in behavioral health care continuums.
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We convened a Fire Mitigation Roundtable with King County Office of Emergency Management, Fire Chiefs, the Snoqualmie Indian Tribe, and the Tulalip Tribes to establish gaps and overlaps on our collective short-term and long-term concerns, focus, and goals for fire mitigation of our six District 3 forests – Federal, Tribal, State, County, City, and Private. We are behind California by 20 years and need to make sure we are ready!
The Council has also been staying busy in our Full Council Meetings and Committees. If you are interested in tuning in to join us for a meeting to make comment, or just listen in, click on any of the links below:
Full Council Meeting; Budget and Fiscal Management; Committee of the Whole; Government Accountability and Oversight; Employment and Administration; Labor Policy; Law, Justice, Health, and Human Services; Local Services and Land Use; Transportation, Economy, and Environment
Bothell City Spotlight!
Check out where the spotlight is shining on a Bothell business, non-profit, and civic engagement opportunity this month! Take a look at what they bring to each of us when you get a chance – and remember to Go Local!
Small Business Spotlight: Dandy Dogs
Established in 2014, founders Dallas and Ashley purchased Dandy Dogs from previous owners and created a laid-back-picnic-like atmosphere serving some delicious hot dogs! With more than 25 different serve yourself condiments to accompany their hot dogs, the team at Dandy Dogs is always ready to serve a quality meal for everyone. If you have questions, reach out at dandydogsnw@gmail.com, and give them a visit at 18222 120th Ave NE, Bothell, WA 98011!
Founders John and Ann Therrien started Community Homes in 1995 for their daughter, Jenny, wanting her to have every opportunity to live more independently. Today, Community Homes provides, promotes, and sustains exceptional community-based housing for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, serving over 50 residents! To learn more, visit their website or give them a call at (425) 233-6930.
City Spotlight: Bothell
Although District 3 only includes a small part of Bothell, there is no shortage in the impact that our Bothell residents have had in our community! Under the leadership of Mayor Mason Thompson and the rest of the Bothell City Council, the city has taken huge strides in the city’s open spaces, transit options, and housing affordability. One way you can get involved and provide your input on these issues is by attending the city’s upcoming Online Housing Forum on Tuesday, May 31st at 6:00 PM. For more details and information on how to join the virtual event, visit their website here. If you have any questions, you can email imaginebothell@bothellwa.gov.
Stay Connected!
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Finally... a reminder that I’d love to grab a cup of coffee and talk. Just reach out to our team member Robby at Robby.paige@kingcounty.gov or at 206-477-1003 and Robby will set us up!
 Sarah Perry
King County Council
District 3
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