Your Weekly Update on What's Happening at the King County Council  

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

This week, The Courier-Herald published my latest op-ed, "Lawmakers must fix the failing ferry system."

There are so many problems with our ferry system. With constant delays, breakdowns, and staffing issues, our ferry fleet has become known around the region as one of the easiest ways to ruin your commute. While Washington currently has the largest ferry network in the nation, only nine ships of our 21 are considered in good condition. This has resulted in some routes sporting a reliability rate as low as 75 percent. 

It's obvious WSDOT is mismanaging its basic responsibilities. This untenable situation is a direct result of poor planning and administration of what constitutes necessary infrastructure for our region. 2024 offers our state government the opportunity to right the ship, so to speak, but there is no room for error. Olympia lawmakers and state bureaucrats need to stop the bleeding of our ferry system by demanding more accountability.

I hope you take few minutes to read my op-ed in its entirety.

All my best,

Reagan Dunn
King County Councilmember
District 9

Fall 2023 survey: Top three issues

In Fall 2023, I sent out a survey via this e-newsletter and by mail to hear from District 9 residents about what issues are most important to you and gauge how well King County government is performing.

Thank you to everyone who participated—your response helps me better understand your needs and the needs of our community. The top 3 issues that emerged as top priorities for District 9 residents were 1) Crime and public safety, 2) Reducing property taxes, and 3) Improving our roads.

As your representative on the King County Council, I remain committed to tackling these issues in the year ahead and will continue to be a voice for our community! If you have any further comments or questions for me, please don't hesitate to email me at reagan.dunn@kingcounty.gov.

King County offices closed on Monday, February 19 in honor of Presidents' Day

Monday, Feb. 19 is Presidents' Day, and King County government offices will be closed. All offices will reopen Tuesday, Feb. 20.

On Feb. 19, Metro Transit buses will operate on weekday schedules.

Veteran Outreach & Resource Programs RFP

The Veteran Outreach & Resource Programs Request for Proposals (RFP) seeks to allocate VSHSL funds to qualified agencies to provide outreach and resources to King County veterans, military servicemembers, and their respective families who will benefit from connection to and provision of community resources. Proposals are due March 20, 2024 by 2:00 PM.

Find more information here.

2024 Parks Grants

King County Parks is now accepting applications for the Youth and Amateur Sports Grants and the Healthy Parks and Communities Fund. Applications are due March 4, 2024 at 8:00 p.m.

Find more information at the Parks Grants website.

In the News

• The Courier-Herald: Lawmakers must fix the failing ferry system