Deeply Engaged with our Communities!
May 2023
Dear Friend,
Our office has been hard at work to make sure we’re meeting with local leaders and community members in each of our cities and towns. As we work toward policy initiatives in our three focus areas – environmental preservation, behavioral health access, and creative economies – it's important now more than ever to engage and help shape the county's work for years to come.
For instance, we’re working on our Subarea Plan for unincorporated communities in Baring, Carnation, Duvall, Fall City, Grotto, Issaquah, North Bend, Preston, Skykomish, Snoqualmie, North Bend, and Snoqualmie Pass. If you live in one of these areas, make your voice is heard on what you want to see in your community! We will also continue meeting with businesses and non-profits, and hosting Town Halls in our 10 cities and 2 townships. I look forward to seeing you at upcoming community outreach opportunities as we work together on our District 3 priorities!
If you’d like to meet or talk about anything, please reach out by email, sarah.perry@kingcounty.gov, or phone at 206-477-1003, and we’ll find some time to connect!
All the best,
Council Briefings & Actions!
The Council has been working hard this month – here’s the work that matters most to District 3:
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In our Local Services and Land Use Committee meeting, we got a briefing on work of the Agriculture Commission, which gives the King County agricultural sector the opportunity to take a more active role in the development and evaluation of policies, regulations, and programs that affect the commercial agriculture in our county!
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At our Full Council meeting, we passed a Fossil Fuel Facility Insurance ordinance which adds financial responsibility requirements for any privately owned fossil fuel facilities and non-hydroelectric facilities in unincorporated King County to ensure we’re protecting our environment.
- At our May Regional Transit Committee meeting, we heard a briefing on King County Metro’s capital partnership toolkit, a comprehensive checklist to support cities in better aligning their transit plans with those of Metro. This checklist provides guidance, examples, and links to resources to help cities integrate transit considerations into their comprehensive planning!
If you are interested in joining us for a meeting to make a comment or just listen in, click on any of the links above that I am Chair or Vice Chair for, or any of these 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; Regional Transit
Celebrating May Proclamations and Holidays!
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May was a busy month with many celebratory Proclamations in Council along with Holidays across our country! We started off the month by proclaiming May 7th – 13th as Affordable Housing Week in King County along with May 12th as Childcare Provider Appreciation Day, recognizing the essential work of our childcare providers! We then proclaimed May 14th – 20th as Police Week in King County to recognize the work our law enforcement officers do to keep our communities safe. Last week, we proclaimed May as both Treatment Court Month as well as Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, which honors and appreciates the many AANHPI community members across King County! And earlier this week, we took time on Memorial Day to remember the patriots who made the ultimate sacrifice for us, our loved ones, and our nation. With so much going on in the world, it’s important for us to take a step back and reflect on all the good in our communities!
Out in the Community!
(Left): We joined State Senator Mark Mullet (5th LD), Commander Michael Pollina, and American Legion Post 79 in Snoqualmie at Mt. Si High School at their Sno-Valley Veterans Luncheon; (Right): At the Beaver Lake Apiary and Backyard Wildlife Sanctuary in Sammamish with host Kim Stanley.
 (Left): Visited SecondStory Repertory Theater in Redmond with Artistic Director Mark Chenovick on the set of their latest production, Sunday in the Park with George; (Right) Joined the Snoqualmie Indian Tribe and Eastside Fire & Rescue as we celebrated their partnership and new emergency aid vehicle.
Town Halls across District 3!
We are excited to host an in-person KC D3 Woodinville Town Hall on Thursday, June 1st at 6:30 PM at the Woodinville Library (17105 Avondale Rd NE, Woodinville, WA 98072)! Join us to learn and share as we get to know each other and how we can work together to ensure that Woodinville communities are best positioned to thrive! We will be joined by KC Creative Economies Director, KC Behavioral Health Director, and KC Environmental Preservation Director! Space is limited, so click "Going" on the Facebook event and sign up for the event here so that we have all the needed seats (kiddos welcome)! Questions? Call: 206-507-9860
At our most recent Town Hall, it was wonderful to hear from our Snoqualmie Pass residents at the Silver Fir Lodge. Our guest speakers joined us to talk about creative economies, environmental preservation, and behavioral health initiatives in Snoqualmie Pass and our region. You can watch a recap of that Town Hall here!
Share Your Feedback on the Subarea Plan!
Our King County Department of Local Services (DLS) is working with Snoqualmie Valley and Northeast King County communities to develop a Subarea Plan. This is a 20-year plan that outlines a vision for the community and policies to help achieve that vision. The topics span many subjects, including: land use and zoning, housing and human services, environment, parks and open space, and transportation.
This subarea includes the unincorporated communities in Baring, Carnation, Duvall, Fall City, Grotto, Issaquah, North Bend, Preston, Skykomish, Snoqualmie, North Bend, and Snoqualmie Pass.
From 2021-22, DLS conducted meetings with residents of communities and organizations throughout the area to help get the word out. They have now completed a public review draft for you to review and provide input until July 15. Click here for opportunities to participate and provide feedback if you call one of the communities above home! Or email jreynolds@kingcounty.gov if you have any questions.
Recognizing the Important Work in Olympia!
I was honored to have joined State Rep. Tina Orwall as HB 1134 – implementing the 988 behavioral health crisis response and suicide prevention system – was signed into law by Governor Jay Inslee! This level of response is critical as our behavioral health crisis continues to grow, affecting the lives of our loved ones, neighbors, and our communities as a whole. I'm excited for the opportunities to continue to ensure the 988 response and that of our first responders, who we’ve been meeting with regularly in District 3, is successful and that everyone has the resources they need. Thank you again for your work Representative Orwall, and thank you to the other Bill sponsors, Representatives Ramel, Berry, Callan, Leavitt, Macri, Simmons, Lekanoff, Su-Ling Gregerson, Thai, Stonier, Kloba, Bronoske, Doglio, Peterson, Caldier, Timmons, Reeves, Chopp, Paul, Davis, Riccelli, Fosse and Farivar.
To learn more about the bills that passed in the 2023 WA State Legislature, check out this bill tracker.
Upcoming Grant Opportunities!
Do you know of an organization that's looking for funding? Our District 3 Team has resources for you! Every month, we share a Grants Newsletter, which you can sign up for here, that highlights upcoming grant opportunities over the next few months. There are a few grant opportunities available now, which you can find below:
1. Working Connections Childcare Grant
Details: Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) helps eligible families pay for childcare. For more details, please visit the grant website here, or if you have questions, please email providerhelp@dcyf.wa.gov or call 1-800-394-4571. Apply now at this link.
2. US Affordable Connectivity Program
Details: The Affordable Connectivity Program is a US Government program that helps ensure that households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more. For more details, please visit the grant website here. Apply now at this link.
3. Open 4Culture Funds
Details: Through this grant, 4Culture awards amounts up to $1,500 to cultural doers serving underserved populations across the county. For more details, please visit the program website here, or if you have questions, please email Melissa Newbill at melissa.newbill@4culture.org. Apply now at this link.
Sammamish Spotlight!
Check out where the spotlight is shining on a Sammamish 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!
Sammamish Café is a staple in the community! Started by Michal and Jo Ann Scott as Village Square Café in Redmond in 1986, the family restaurant has expanded to several locations, including this one in Sammamish. Now run by daughter Cari and her husband Ryan, Sammamish Café has fresh food made with care by their wonderful staff – this location even includes a full-service bakery! Make sure to visit them at 22850 NE 8th Street, #101, Sammamish, WA 98074; visit their website www.sammamish.cafesinc.com; send an email at
rmitchell@cafesinc.com; or call 425-242-1350 if you have questions.
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At the Sammamish Boys & Girls Club, dozens of youth from grades K-12 in Sammamish and neighboring communities have the opportunity to explore engaging programs in a fun and supportive environment. Not only do they have a great space for youth and teens alike during the school year, but there are also many summer and athletic programs offered as well. Visit them at 825 228th Ave NE, Sammamish, WA 98074; visit their website www.positiveplace.org/clubs/sammamish; send an email at kpittman@positiveplace.org; or call 425-250-4793 if you have any questions.
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The City of Sammamish has been doing some great work engaging with the diverse communities and residents across the city! In this engagement, they recently kicked off their Farmers Market this month which you won't want to miss every Wednesday from 4:00 - 8:00 PM at the Sammamish Commons between the library and City Hall! The Councilmembers have also been hosting Coffee with Council, an opportunity to share a cup of coffee and conversation with city leadership. Join them the first Saturday of each month from 9:30 - 10:30 AM at the Metropolitan Market in Sammamish! The next one is this Saturday, June 3rd! To get more information, please email frontdesk@sammamish.us or call 425-295-0500.
About Town!
With so much going on across District 3, we want to ensure that you know about upcoming major events, parades, festivals, and activities across each of our cities and townships. Below is a short list of some upcoming events in June!
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Friday, June 2, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM: 5K Run at McCormick Park, Music
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Saturday, June 3, 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM: Parade, Vendors, Activities, Food, Car Show, Music, Fireworks, and more!
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Saturday, June 10, 9:00 AM - 8 PM: Fun Run, Parade, Food, Arts and Crafts, Live Music, and more!
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Sunday, June 11, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Brunch picnic at Tolt Commons, Games, Crafts, Live Music, and more!
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Saturday, June 17, 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Crafts, Food, Beer & Wine Garden, Live Music, and more at Tolt Commons!
If you know of any upcoming events that you’d like us to highlight in next month’s newsletter, please share them at osman.salahuddin@kingcounty.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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