I was thankful to be able to join KOMO News yesterday evening to discuss a concerning report regarding King County Metro’s fare enforcement program.
The report outlined extremely concerning facts regarding Metro’s inability to collect fare revenues on buses. While Metro relaunched fare enforcement in 2025 after a five-year pause, the report found that fare enforcement officers issued just eight citations between late May 2025 and the end of December—and none of those citations have been paid. This comes even though the program is set to cost $3 million in 2026, and Metro hired 30 full-time fare enforcement officers who worked roughly 40,000 combined hours.
Watch my full interview here!
Councilmember Dunn joins KOMO News to discuss fare enforcement on King County Metro buses.
These results are unacceptable. This isn’t just about fairness; enforcing fare collection also vastly improves safety for Metro riders and bus operators. I’ve already requested a hearing on the subject and look forward to working with my colleagues to protect taxpayer dollars and ensure these unacceptable results don’t continue.
A close-up of the western portion of the Greater Maple Valley/Cedar River subarea
The first draft of the planning document that will help guide the future of the Greater Maple Valley/Cedar River area for the next 20 years is available for public review.
The Department of Local Services published the Preliminary Draft Subarea Plan for this area this week, and it’s inviting the public to learn more and share feedback on the plan during a virtual public meeting next Thursday, April 23.
The Greater Maple Valley/Cedar River subarea is in southeast King County. It includes unincorporated communities (areas that are outside city boundaries) such as Hobart, Ravensdale, and nearby rural neighborhoods. Known for its forests, rivers, and strong rural character, the area is home to a mix of residential communities, farms, and small businesses.
The final subarea plan will provide a long-term vision and policy framework to inform future King County decisions while preserving the area’s natural environment and community character. It addresses key topics such as land use, housing, transportation, economic development, and environmental protection.
Community members are encouraged to review the draft plan and provide input during the public comment period, which will run from April 15 through May 18. Feedback will help shape the second draft of the plan, available for public review later in 2026. The King County Executive and Council will review a final plan in 2027.
The Subeara Plan preliminary draft release is the latest milestone in a multi-year planning process in which King County has engaged the community. Since 2024, the Department of Local Services has held numerous in-person events, including an initial open house, five “Community Conversations” communitywide meetings, and numerous meetings with individuals and groups, to gather community feedback.
Community members will have several opportunities to learn more about the Subarea Plan and give feedback before the public comment period closes May 18:
Public information meeting (virtual) on Thursday, April 23
King County planners will present the plan and answer questions.
- Location: Online (Zoom meeting information is available on the project website)
Office hours
Members of the public can talk with a county planner during the following drop-in “office hours:”
- In-person: April 30, 11:00 a.m. to 2 p.m., Maple Valley Library, 21844 SE 248th Street
- Online: May 5, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. (Zoom meeting information is available on the project website)
Learn more, review the plan, and register for the meeting on the Greater Maple Valley/Cedar River Subarea Plan website.
The current Flag pole outside Enumclaw City Hall. Photo courtesty of Ray Miller-Still at The Courier-Herald.
I was thrilled to recently finalize a $100,000 grant to fund restorative work and campus improvements at Enumclaw City Hall to commemorate America’s upcoming 250th anniversary.
The Enumclaw City Council awarded a bid for the project to Marshell River Construction during the April 13 meeting. The project involves replacing the current flagpole with a 50-foot pole, as well as brick masonry work, lighting installation, and the installation of a commemorative plaque.
This grant allows us to enhance Enumclaw City Hall while honoring the upcoming 250th anniversary of our nation. The restored flagpole, brickwork, lighting, and commemorative plaque will provide a lasting tribute for residents and visitors alike.
Construction is expected to begin in May and last for 45 days, just in time for the 250th celebration!
Read The Enumclaw Courier-Herald’s story about the project here.
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