The state legislative session starts January 13. Join us and participate in the public policy-making process.!
While most organizations go down once during a legislative session, The Arcs go down weekly to keep up a steady presence. The Arc of King County also participates in several coalitions and will be attending those advocacy days, as well. Below is a list of advocacy days that we will be supporting people at.
But first ...
Transportation:
If you need help getting down, please let us know.We are offering shuttle service on February 5 and February 19. Registration is required.
- Departing from Seattle (233 6th Avenue N) with additional pickup/drop off in Federal Way (across from the transit center).
- Shuttle leaves Seattle by 8:15 am; pick up in Federal Way around 9:00 am.
- Shuttle departs Olympia for a return trip at 2 pm, with a drop off in Federal Way around 3 pm and return to Seattle around 3:30 pm, depending on traffic.
We can help arrange car pools on other days. If there is enough interest we may be able arrange for additional shuttles or van pools. We need a minimum of 5 riders for a van pool, and a minimum of 10 riders to book a shuttle; recruit your friends!
A friendly guide can make all the difference:
If you are getting yourself down to Olympia, we will meet you there! We can explain what is happening; help you learn about proposed legislation; help you draft a note for your legislators; and help you find their offices. If you want us to try to schedule an appointment, please note that when you register.Food:
Remember to pack a lunch; there are also restaurants on the campus and nearby.Appointments:
Don't go down to Olympia and not let your legislators know you were there!- Find your state district and legislators who represent you: https://app.leg.wa.gov/districtfinder
- Roster for all legislators: https://app.leg.wa.gov/Rosters/Members
This is a short session and appointments are already booking up. Plan to make your appointments at least 2 weeks ahead of time. If you need help setting up an appointment, let us know when you register for an advocacy day.
On the day of, if you don't have an appointment scheduled, be sure to at least drop off a note with each of your representatives and your senator.
ADVOCACY DAYS 2020
Times noted are for events in Olympia; they do not include travel time from the Seattle area.Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Legislative Briefing and Reception, 2 pm to 7 pm.
Legislative briefing 2 pm to 4 pm at The United Churches, 110 11th Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98501 (across from the state Capitol). Reception at 5:30 pm to 7 pm in the Columbia Room on the first floor in the Capitol building. Dinner on your own.
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
Investing in Student Potential Advocacy Day, 10 am to 3 pm.
If you prioritize special education, inclusive education, or K-12 funding this is the day for you! Please RSVP directly on the Investing in Student Potential web site: https://studentpotential.org/events/ They are automatically scheduling appointments for people who register.
Wednesday, January 29, 2020
Equity for Provider Wages & Community Residential Advocacy Day, coordinated by The Arc of Washington.
The days starts with a briefing at 10 am at The United Churches, 110 11th Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98501. The rest of the day is open. We suggest you visit EACH of your representatives and your state senator. You may also want to sit in on a hearing, or tour the Capitol.
Monday, February 3, 2020
Washington Low Income Housing Alliance's Housing and Homelessness Advocacy Day.
The day starts at 8 am at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts at 512 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA 98501. Please register directly with the WLIHA: https://www.wliha.org/housing-and-homelessness-advocacy-day#Registration.
Wednesday, February 5, 2020
Good Paying Jobs for Self-Advocates, coordinated by The Arc of Washington.
ARC OF KING COUNTY SHUTTLE DAY - registration required if you want to ride the shuttle
The days starts with a briefing at 10 am at The United Churches, 110 11th Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98501. The rest of the day is open. We suggest you visit EACH of your representatives and your state senator. You may also want to sit in on a hearing, or tour the Capitol.
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Families in Crisis, coordinated by The Arc of Washington, with participation from Parent to Parent groups and the Washington Statewide Parent and Family Coalitions.
The days starts with a briefing at 10 am at The United Churches, 110 11th Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98501. The rest of the day is open. We suggest you visit EACH of your representatives and your state senator. You may also want to sit in on a hearing, or tour the Capitol.
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
Caseload Forecasting for DDA Services, coordinated by The Arc of Washington.
ARC OF KING COUNTY SHUTTLE DAY - registration required if you want to ride the shuttle
The days starts with a briefing at 10 am at The United Churches, 110 11th Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98501. The rest of the day is open. We suggest you visit EACH of your representatives and your state senator. You may also want to sit in on a hearing, or tour the Capitol.
Thursday, February 20, 2020
Early Learning Action Alliance Advocacy Day.
Detailed information is not yet available (as of 12/13/2019)
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Need More Money, coordinated by The Arc of Washington.
The days starts with a briefing at 10 am at The United Churches, 110 11th Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98501. The rest of the day is open. We suggest you visit EACH of your representatives and your state senator. You may also want to sit in on a hearing, or tour the Capitol.
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
Workforce Shortage, coordinated by The Arc of Washington.
The days starts with a briefing at 10 am at The United Churches, 110 11th Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98501. The rest of the day is open. We suggest you visit EACH of your representatives and your state senator. You may also want to sit in on a hearing, or tour the Capitol.
More information:
- You can find more information about the weekly advocacy days coordinated by The Arc of Washington here: https://arcwa.org/advocacy/advocacy-days/
- You can find more information about the January 28 Investing in Student Potential (K-12 special education) Advocacy Day here: https://studentpotential.org/events/
- You can find more information about the February 3 Washington Low Income Housing Alliance Advocacy Day here: https://www.wliha.org/housing-and-homelessness-advocacy-day
- Questions? Please send an email to Advocacy@arcofkingcounty.org
