 We’re fortunate to have many great organizations in District 6 working to create a better future. Sustainability Ambassadors is one such group, empowering young people, teachers and community to rapidly advance toward a sustainable future through impact projects.
This week, youth leaders from Sustainability Ambassadors hosted their 9th Annual 2050 community update titled, “Are We Toast?” Entirely produced and presented by youth, the 2050 Update featured the organization’s innovative IP3 Strategy with powerful and playful student examples of impact project design, impact data tracking, and impact storytelling. A portion of this work is funded by the King County Waterworks Grant program, alongside Cascade Water Alliance, the City of Kirkland and other partners.
 Sustainability Ambassadors is a nonprofit of students committed to rapidly advancing a sustainable future. Click on the image to watch their latest update.
I was impressed and moved at how these young climate champions use the power of data, stories, poetry and humor to educate on the many ways we can individually and collectively reduce the impacts of climate change and build resilience in our communities and environment. I encourage everyone to learn more and become involved in the work of these young leaders – together, we will build a better future for all of us.
Watch the update here (program begins at 4:54 in the video) - you’ll never look at your lawn (or toast) the same way again:
ORCA LIFT fares lowering to $1
 Effective September 1, ORCA LIFT low-income fares will be reduced from the current rate of $1.50 to $1.00 on all Metro and Sound Transit trips for a 6-month pilot. The ORCA LIFT program provides discounted fares to enrolled passengers with household incomes equal to or less than 200 percent of the federal poverty level.
Learn more and see if you qualify for a reduced fare ORCA LIFT card here:
Free youth transit begins next week!
 Transit leaders from across King, Pierce and Snohomish counties gather for the Free Youth Transit Pass celebration held by King County Metro at Rainier Beach Community Center in Seattle
Yesterday, I joined transit leaders from across King, Pierce and Snohomish counties for the Free Youth Transit Pass celebration held by King County Metro at Rainier Beach Community Center in Seattle. Starting September 1, everyone ages 18 and under will be able to ride transit free in our region thanks to the State Legislature’s Move Ahead Washington statewide transportation funding package.
Kids and young people can present their Youth ORCA card or current middle or high school ID to the driver and get where they need to go—no parental chauffer required! They can get their free Youth ORCA card online, by mail, or in person at the Metro Pass Sales Office.
Seeking Vietnamese speaker for Citizens' Elections Oversight Committee
 One of the ways King County helps to maintain confidence in our elections system is through the Citizens' Election Oversight Committee. This 16-member board makes recommendations to the King County Council to improve the performance of the Department of Elections and helps ensure accountability and transparency around elections. And, it is currently recruiting to fill a seat with representative from the Vietnamese speaking community.
Applications are due by September 2, 2022. If you are interested in representing your community and helping to ensure fair and accessible elections, you can learn more and find application materials here:
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Sincerely,
 Claudia Balducci
King County Council
District 6
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