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Mosqueda introduces ICE Out Legislation along with Exec Zahilay's Executive Order to Protect Immigrant Communities
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I was proud to stand with Executive Zahilay to release our companion councilmanic legislation and Executive Order: ICE OUT of King County. The legislation I’m sponsoring would restrict the use of non-public, county-owned and controlled spaces for any civil immigration enforcement staging, processing, or operations. It also creates template signage for private property owners and leaseholders who wish to preemptively assert their rights to refuse entry to immigration enforcement agents without a signed judicial warrant.
The Executive Order includes a number of other action items and resources to shore up King County against federal immigration surges and support our communities. I am continuing to engage with impacted communities, service and advocacy organizations, and my fellow councilmembers, with the goal of making this ordinance the strongest it can possibly be. We will continue to think creatively and use every tool at our disposal locally to fight against the terror gripping immigrant communities. I’ll be sharing more news in the coming days about additional legislation I’m proposing to strengthen our local protections.
You can read more about my ICE Out Legislation here, here, and here!
Read My Op-Ed in the Stranger: We Can’t Resist Trump Without Revenue - We Must Pass the Millionaire’s Tax
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As the federal government continues to sow chaos and force unprecedented cuts that threaten our communities in need, the work we do at the local level to provide stability and support is more critical than ever. But with limited local revenue tools, our county and city resources are already failing to keep up with growing community needs.
We cannot keep our communities housed, fed, and safe without new tools for revenue at the state and local level—and we cannot possibly fill the gaps left by looming federal funding cuts, which will leave cities and counties like ours (and its population of 2.4 million) without the money for basic community and infrastructure needs, like roads, sidewalks, childcare, food assistance, affordable housing, and other critical services. That is why state and local elected officials have been desperately asking the state legislature for new revenue options.
Read my full op-ed calling for the Washington State legislature to pass the Millionaire’s Tax here and join me in thanking the legislative members for advancing this policy this year to protect our community under threat from this administration. The impact of these threats and cuts will last for years. Thankfully, the leaders in the State House and Senate have included this new tax in the drafting of both their proposed budgets! This is so needed, and so appreciated.
Board of Health Recent Activities
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This month the Board of Health passed a resolution in support of additional Foundational Public Health Services funding, or FPHS. Seattle & King County Public Health receives about $18 million in FPHS funding each year, and it allows Public Health to stop public health threats before they become a crisis—such as keeping our drinking water safe and fighting measles. This funding also provides important dashboards on things like disease outbreaks to local hospitals. However, this funding is at risk as the Governor's Proposed budget from December would result in potential cuts of up to $6 million dollars, meaning Public Health would not be able to do the critical work that keeps us all safe and healthy. I teamed up with Vice-Chair Dionne Foster for a short video explainer about our resolution, you can watch it here. You can learn more about what Foundational Public Health Services are here.
The meeting focused on the work happening right now in Olympia to secure local jurisdictions’ ability to protect public health in the face of federal attacks. One piece of legislation we heard an update on is HB 2442, which provides localities the ability to develop dedicated public health funding so our residents can be secure that the care they need will be there, no matter what. Thanks to Rep Berg for her leadership on this bill and our friends at SEIU Healthcare 1199NW. Also at our meeting, colleagues applauded Board member Ester Lucero, also Executive Director of the Seattle Indian Health Board, who was recently recognized at the National Association of Community Health Centers in Washington DC. Please join me in congratulating Board member Lucero for this well-deserved honor, and watch her incredible speech here.
You can watch the video of the full Board of Health meeting here.
Black History Month Proclamation
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Thank you to Councilmember Rhonda Lewis for bringing this year’s Black History Month Proclamation to King County Council. This proclamation is even more poignant then usual as the week also saw the tragic passing of Civil Rights icon Jesse Jackson. We were joined in chambers by leaders of BlackPast.org | The Largest Online Encyclopedia of Black History and Estelita’s Library to receive the Proclamation. The work of UW Professor and pioneering Black History scholar Dr. Quintard Tayor, who passed only last year, Blackpast.org is one of the largest resources on American and Global Black History. In Martin Luther King Jr. County, we will not erase Black History, we will learn from it and look to it as we chart a way forward in securing real liberty and justice for all.
Recognizing Brooke Caddock
 Longtime County Council Mail Clerk, Brooke Caddock is leaving us after 27 years of service. Brooke has been a valued team member and great example of the Supported Employment Program benefiting not only the individuals in it but those who get to work with them. Thank you for your years of service and dedication Brooke!
Rainier Valley Community Development Fund & West Seattle small business meeting with Sound Transit
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Part of the reason I wanted to join the board of Sound Transit was to represent West Settle communities as light rail comes to the area. In this vein, I was thrilled to join a forum for small businesses in West Seattle organized by the Rainier Valley Community Development Fund (RVCDF), to share their concerns and needs and hear updates directly from Sound Transit staff about resources for small businesses and how they can stay informed throughout the process. RVCDF was established as the light rail made its way through South Seattle several decades ago and has supported small businesses in that area with grants and technical assistance. Thank you to the Black Legacy Institute of Washington for hosting us at their incredible space and thank you to Councilmember Saka for joining as well.
State of the City of Seattle
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I was excited to join civic leaders, elected officials, community members, and City employees at Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson’s first State of the City address. My district includes a large portion of Seattle, and we have many shared priorities for our communities and the region: affordable and abundant housing, childcare, accessible transit, fighting back against federal overreach, and creating a place where everybody is welcome to live, enjoy their neighborhoods, and thrive. I look forward to a strong and continued partnership with the Mayor of Seattle.
King County District 8 is home to many different Seattle neighborhoods including: West Seattle, Sodo, Georgetown, South Park, Pioneer Square, Downtown, the International District, the Central District and Capitol Hill.
WS Junction FC Youth Clinics
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The temps were low but the spirits were high at the free Soccer Clinic put on by the WS Junction FC and the WS Rhodies FC during SPS’ mid-winter break. This two-day clinic, supported by D8’s Get Active Stay Active Grant, gave our young players a chance to get coaching and get their skills up while they were out of school. Thank you to the WS Junction FC for their partnership in providing families in D8 a way to get into the soccer spirit as we gear up for World Cup 2026 in just a few months.
Public Meeting on King County Transportation Benefits District
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February 25th at 5:30pm there will be a special meeting of the King County Transportation District. This meeting is being held at Issaquah City Hall. There are also options to join remotely. You can join via Webex Webinar here and if needed the password is 98027. You can also join by phone by calling 1-206-207-1700, enter meeting number (access code) 2493 720 1628#. This is an opportunity to learn about a potential Transportation Benefit District and how it can help address the resource constraints the County's Road Division is currently dealing with impacting their ability to maintain and repair roads in Unincorporated areas.
K-12 student artists are invited to enter “Look Out for Each Other” themed contest!
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Sound Transit and Arts Corps invite artists in grades K-12 to participate in the “Safety is a team effort – LOOK out for each other!” safety poster contest. Students are asked to draw or illustrate what it means to look out for friends, family members, neighbors, and community members around tracks and trains. Winners of the contest, which is open to students in Snohomish, King, and Pierce counties, will win cash prizes and the chance to have their posters featured on board Sound Transit’s Link light rail trains.
The contest is open now, and submissions can be uploaded here or submitted in person at Arts Corps (4408 Delridge Way SW, Suite 110, Seattle, WA 98106) Monday through Thursday, 2/26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
For more inspiration, Sound Transit’s Safety Messages are:
- Look both ways. Trains come from both directions, so always expect a second train!
- Headphones off, screens down. It’s important to stay alert to be safe.
- Take crosswalks, not shortcuts. Trains always have the right of way, so pay attention to crossing signals.
- Stay behind the yellow line. The yellow strip creates a barrier between the train and the platform.
- Bike smart, ride safe. When you’re riding a bike, always cross tracks at a 90-degree angle to prevent getting stuck.
For questions about the contest, please contact safetyposter@artscorps.org.
Citizens' Election Oversight Committee
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Interested in elections and serving your community?
Check out this opportunity to serve on the King County Citizens’ Election Oversight Committee (CEOC). The CEOC is a 16-member committee of volunteers who have interest or expertise in elections. The committee produces an annual report to the King County Council on its observations, findings, and recommendations on election-related matters. Currently, the CEOC has the following open positions:
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One representative from the Korean-speaking community. The term of this position is for the remainder of a three-year term, to expire July 2026. The Council may appoint a successful candidate to complete the current term as well as serve for an additional term of three years.
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One representative sponsored by either a junior taxing district or a city with a population of under twenty thousand. The term of this position is for the remainder of a three-year term, to expire May 2028.
The applications are requested to be submitted by Tuesday, April 7th. For more information on how to apply, please visit kingcounty.gov/ceoc
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Acts on Stage always features brilliant minds, but for the first time it will be the home of Smart People. Smart People is a play written by Lydia R. Diamond and directed by Isiah Anderson Jr., focusing on the historical moments leading up to the 2008 Presidential election through the lens of four of the Ivy League’s finest. It will run March 13-22nd, and tickets can be found here: Acts On Stage Presents: Smart People |
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