June 2026 Newsletter
Supporting Our Local Farms & Small Businesses This Summer and Beyond!
Dear Friend,
Our local farms and small businesses are essential contributors to our communities, making up the fabric of our downtowns, business districts and agricultural production district. We know that when we all support them it helps everyone thrive here in District 3 – and beyond!
In our recent supplemental budget, I allocated $44K to provide funding to our food banks for them to purchase produce, meat and dairy from our local farms, supporting our farmers and getting nutritious food to those in need.
Also, I’m excited to announce a King County pilot project, specific to District 3, that directly supports our farms! I secured $250K for the Snoqualmie Valley Preservation Alliance to administer this program that will enable local farms to purchase Agricultural Storage Coolers, ensuring the infrastructure needed to provide produce to food banks and other community partners during and beyond the growing season. We are really excited about this multi-benefit pilot project and will keep you posted on its success!
To encourage this work beyond this pilot program, I formally requested that the Executive complete a study to understand what ongoing, sustainable funding for food security exists in King County. Funding predictability is important for farm and organizational planning, and this knowledge will enable us to take critical steps to support our farmers, ensure everyone has access to fresh, local food, and strengthen relationships between farmers, food banks and food security organizations.
Thank you to our food banks and farmers who shared their challenges and brought forward these excellent ideas for us to consider implementing!
While we’re at it, remember that farmers markets are fantastic opportunities to support our local farmers and small businesses. Click this link to jump to a list of exciting events in our district, including all the amazing seasonal farmers markets throughout District 3!
As always, don’t hesitate to reach out at sarah.perry@kingcounty.gov or at 206-477-1003. I’d love to connect!
Sincerely,
Council Briefings, Actions & Recognitions!
 Council continues to work hard for you! Here is some of this month’s work on the issues you’ve expressed, through our survey and meetings, that matter most to you:
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Investing in our Road & Bridge Infrastructure: The King County Transportation District approved legislation to address a critical shortfall in funding for the 1500 miles of unincorporated roads and 194 bridges we rely on every day. The legislation will dedicate $100 million annually toward long-overdue investments in our road infrastructure, ensuring the safety of everyone on our roadways.
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Safety & Emergency Preparedness in 2026 Supplemental Budget: The Council passed our 2026 supplemental budget, including $125K to Eastside Fire & Rescue and $400K to King County Search and Rescue for new emergency response equipment, restoring critical response capability following the December 2025 floods.
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Food Security & Farms in 2026 Supplemental Budget: The 2026 supplemental budget includes $250K for Agricultural Storage Coolers, $44K for food banks to purchase from local farms, and $24K for food bank and food security organization capital needs in District 3, ensuring none of our neighbors go hungry.
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Housing in 2026 Supplemental Budget: The Council set aside $10 million in contingency funds to offset potential reductions in federal housing funding, ensuring continuity and stability for residents who rely on our housing programs.
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MLK Service Awards: I was honored to recognize Detective Ed Christian, King County’s Search and Rescue Coordinator, as our District 3 recipient of the Martin Luther King Jr. Medal of Distinguished Service! Detective Christian has helped thousands of individuals and families find their loved ones in critical situations and is widely respected for his expertise and leadership.
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Juneteenth Proclamation: The Council proclaimed June 19 as Juneteenth in King County, commemorating the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans in Texas on this day in 1865. Thank you to Sherry Williams and Eric Greer from the Northwest African American Museum for accepting this proclamation!
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LGBTQ+ Pride Month Proclamation: The Council proclaimed June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in King County. Thank you to Deputy Executive Director Jose Vazquez of Entre Hermanos for accepting this proclamation!
If you are interested in joining us for a meeting to make a comment or just listen in, click on any of the following links: King County Council; Employment and Administration; Flood Control District; Committee of the Whole; Local Services and Land Use; Budget and Fiscal Management; Regional Policy; Regional Transit.
Great to Be Out in Community!
   District 3 Summer Festivals: It’s festival season here in District 3! This month, I had a blast attending Duvall Days, Fall City Day, and Skykomish Tunnel Days, which showcased the unique spirit and character of these communities from the strong agriculture in Duvall and Fall City to the historic railroad past of Skykomish and more!
Muslim Association of Puget Sound Eid al-Adha Celebration at the End of May: Thank you to the Muslim Association of Puget Sound for inviting me to your Eid al-Adha Celebration! This gathering was such a beautiful display of joy, strength, and community, bringing together people from all walks of life for this holy day.
SnoValley Pride: It was wonderful to join SnoValley Pride for their annual Pride Picnic in Carnation! Every year, this event brings such joy and is a welcome reminder to everyone in the Snoqualmie Valley that you belong. It was also great to have Dave Upthegrove, our WA state Commissioner of Public Lands, there for opening comments. Happy Pride!
 Pushing Boundaries: Thank you, Pushing Boundaries, for having me at your facility to see the amazing work you do in action! It was wonderful to witness how they’re using cutting-edge medical technology and the good, ol’ fashioned expertise and passion of their dedicated physical therapists to support people living with paralysis and improve their lives.
 Clear Creek Farm: It was a pleasure to visit Clear Creek Farm and hear about their work from Liz and Yvonne! They run a gorgeous makerspace tucked in the forest south of the City of Duvall focusing on fiber arts like knitting and weaving. If you want to learn more about their work, drop by their booth at the Duvall Farmers Market on Thursday, July 30!
Community Celebrations
We wished a very Happy Father’s Day weekend to all of the Fathers, Stepfathers, Foster Fathers, Grandfathers, and Father Figures – with us or in spirit – throughout our community. Thank you for the love you give and receive!
Focusing on Your Priorities!
Here are more of the happenings at King County related to the things that you said mattered most to you in our annual survey:
Priority #1: Road & Bridge Infrastructure
 Installation of Temporary Baring Bridge: As Roads plans for major repairs to the Baring Bridge following last December’s flooding, they’re installing a temporary bridge nearby to ensure safe and reliable access for residents. There are road and lane closures in the area with installation of the temporary bridge expected to be completed by the end of July!
Priority #2: Safe & Healthy Communities
Stay Safe in the Water This Summer: Last December’s historic flooding caused significance shifts in our rivers across King County, creating new potential drowning hazards. Stay safe on our beautiful rivers and lakes this summer by checking out these water safety resources from King County Public Health and LakeSafe Initiative!
Priority #3: Environment
Supporting Conservation Work: In our 2026 supplemental budget, I allocated $12K to the Issaquah Alps Trails Club to support their ongoing habitat restoration and conservation work along Squak Mountain, Big Tree Ridge Trailhead and other natural areas around Issaquah!
Priority #4: Housing – All Types & All Incomes
Health Through Housing: New data shows improved housing and health outcomes for people living in King County’s Health Through Housing buildings throughout last year. In 2024, this program served 1,281 people across Auburn, Burien, Renton, Redmond and Seattle.
Priority #5: Transit & Mobility
King County Metro Community Van: Did you know that you can book a Community Van for any purpose to get around your community and beyond? Metro’s Community Van program allows residents to book the van for trips within a 80 mi radius with a volunteer driver. The volunteer driver rides free and its standard Metro rates for all other passengers!
Fall City Spotlight!
This month the spotlight is shining on a Fall City business, non-profit, and civic engagement opportunity! We hope you have a chance to visit these fantastic community contributors – and remember to Go Local!
Small Business Spotlight: The Lucky Duck Thrift Shoppe
The Lucky Duck Thrift Shoppe is a fun, new and used collectible and second-hand store in Fall City’s business district! They’re open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Come visit them at 33625 SE Redmond-Fall City Rd, Fall City, WA 98024, and email them at theluckyduckshoppe@gmail.com to learn more.
Non-Profit Spotlight: Fall City Historical Society
The Fall City Historical Society is dedicated to collecting and preserving the history of Fall City through artifacts and personal stories. They do amazing work to educate and engage the community through pop-up exhibits, historic signage, a historical walking tour, and more! Check out their website, and email them at historylives@fallcityhistorical.org to learn more.
Town Spotlight: Fall City Community Association
Fall City is one of just three official unincorporated towns in King County, and it’s the oldest, having been settled before Washington became a state. The Fall City Community Association serves as the organizing body for the town, working to build community and coordinate on local issues and events. The association meets the first Tuesday of every month at Fire Station 27 (4301 334th Pl SE, Fall City, WA 98024). Swing by, check out their website, or email them at fcca.president@fallcity.org to get involved – they'd love to have you!
What’s Going on Around Town?
There’s a lot going on across our district, and we want you to know all about it, so check out the events below!
Issaquah Down Home 4th of July
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Saturday, July 4, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM: Join the City of Issaquah for their annual, vibrant Down Home 4th of July celebration! Each year this holiday celebration bursts with fun and excitement featuring a beloved Kids & Pets Parade and other activities.
Sammamish Fourth on the Plateau
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Saturday, July 4, 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM: Join the City of Sammamish at Sammamish Commons Park for their annual 4th of July celebration! Come celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding with fireworks, food trucks, and family games.
The Great Carnation 4th of July Celebration
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Saturday, July 4, 8:30 AM – 10:00 PM: Come celebrate the 4th of July in Carnation with all-day activities from 5k run, pancake breakfast, and grand parade in the morning to food, music, and a community picnic in the afternoon! Then, end the day with a fireworks show at Remlinger Farms at 9:45 p.m.
Snoqualmie Red, White & Boom
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Saturday, July 4, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Red, White, & Boom is an annual fireworks show held in Snoqualmie Community Park. Come check out vendors, food trucks, attractions, and a fireworks show at 9:45 p.m.!
North Bend 4th of July Family Fun Parade
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Saturday, July 4, 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM: The North Bend Downtown Foundation is hosting a 4th of July Family Fun Parade to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary! This is a neighborhood parade in the streets of Downtown North Bend. Families are invited to walk, bike, scooter and roll in the parade – or come watch and cheer on your neighbors!
Beyond the 4th!
Issaquah Concerts on the Green
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Tuesday, July 7, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM: Join the City of Issaquah and the Kiwanis Club of Greater Issaquah for the opening night of their summer concert series on the front lawn of the Issaquah Community Center! Bring camping chairs or a picnic blanket and enjoy diverse genres of live music with your neighbors.
Celebrate Woodinville Summer Concert Series
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Wednesday, July 8, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Join the Woodinville Chamber for the opening night of their summer concert series at Wilmot Gateway Park! Bring your family, friends and neighbors and enjoy fun music for all ages, foods and sweets from local restaurants, and wine and beer from local wineries and breweries.
Duvall Sandblast Festival
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Saturday, July 18, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM & Sunday, July 19, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Join Duvall Foundation for the Arts at McCormick Park for their annual Sandblast Festival! Come view the work of amazing sand sculpture artists and enjoy live music, artistic booths, friends, and fun.
North Bend Downtown Block Party
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Saturday, July 18, 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Join the North Bend Downtown Foundation for their annual North Bend Downtown Block Party, and enjoy a full day of music, community, shopping, food, and summer fun!
Redmond Derby Days
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Friday, July 24, 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM & Saturday, July 25, 8:00 AM – 10:30 PM: Celebrate the spirit of Redmond at their annual summer festival featuring parades, live music, food, and so much more! Experience live music, delicious food, shopping local vendors and artisans at the craft fair, and catch the drone show Saturday night.
Festival at Mt. Si in North Bend
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Friday, August 7, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM, Saturday, August 8, 12:00 PM – 9:30 PM & Sunday, August 9, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Join the North Bend Educational and Cultural Association for three days of live music, a grand parade, vendors, food, family fun, and fireworks at Si View Park!
Celebrate Woodinville Festival
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Saturday, August 8, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM: Celebrate the spirit of Woodinville at this annual summer festival! Watch the parade along 175th Street, then check out the Basset Bash at DeYoung Park, the Woodinville Farmers Market on Festival Street, and the main fair and festivities at Wilmot Gateway Park.
Clear Creek Farm Pop-Up Fiber Fair in Duvall
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Saturday, August 15, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM: Join Clear Creek Farm at their Pop-Up Fiber Fair for a day of fantastic nature and fiber arts-focused workshops, live music, local vendors, and plenty of space to hang out and make things all day!
If you know of any upcoming events that you’d like us to highlight in our next newsletter, please share them at Isabel.Smith@kingcounty.gov.
King County is Hosting the World Cup!
Check out Seattle FWC26’s Community Calendar for events all across the state celebrating the World Cup and the spirit of soccer! And come watch the final match in Marymoor Park:
Meet Me At Marymoor Soccer Final Celebration in Redmond
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Sunday, July 19, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM: Join the City of Redmond and King County Parks to celebrate the final game of the World Cup with stage performances and a giant outdoor screen! There will be kids' activities, giveaways, food trucks, and local drink vendors. This is a FREE event; however, a ticket is required for admission.
It’s Farmers Market Season!
Check out these seasonal farmers markets across District 3:
You can also check out our state’s Farmers Market Directory to discover markets wherever you are in Washington this summer.
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Please always feel free to reach out by emailing sarah.perry@kingcounty.gov or calling 206-477-1003. I look forward to connecting!
All the best,
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