The primary election is August 1.
Four King County Council positions are up this year, but two incumbents are running unopposed. So only two positions will appear on the primary ballot.
We sent questionnaires to all King County Council candidates to find out their thoughts on inclusion, child care, housing stability, safety and other issues of concern to people with disabilities and their families. Of the six on the primary ballot, one responded.
You can read their response below. We also excerpted what they had to say about inclusion.
We also sent out questionnaires to all Seattle City Council Candidates. Your can find their responses here.
King County Council candidates
District 2 map
Serving neighborhoods in east Seattle including the University District, Laurelhurst, Ravenna, Eastlake, Capitol Hill, the Central District, and Southeast Seattle; and parts of South King County including Allentown, Skyway, and parts of Renton and Tukwila
Girmay Zahilay (running
unopposed)
No questionnaire response
Contact: electgirmay@gmail.com
Website: www.electgirmay.com
Election pamphlet bio – Since he is running unopposed, his biography will
not be available until the fall pamphlet is ready in September
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District 4 map
Serving Seattle neighborhoods Belltown, Queen Anne, Magnolia, Fremont, Wallingford,
and Ballard. Three candidates are running; one answered our questionnaire.
Becka
Johnson Poppe
Poppe
questionnaire response
Contact: info@votebecka.com
Website: www.votebecka.com/
Poppe
election pamphlet bio
How I define inclusion:
Inclusion covers many different areas, including:
Person-Centered Services: I believe in a person-centered approach that recognizes the unique needs, preferences, and strengths of individuals with developmental disabilities. By tailoring services and support to meet their specific requirements, we can enable them to lead fulfilling lives.
Accessible infrastructure: Inclusive communities are built upon accessible infrastructure. I will advocate for the development of public spaces, transportation, and facilities that accommodate the diverse needs of all individuals, including those with physical or cognitive challenges.
Equitable employment opportunities: I am committed to fostering an inclusive workforce where individuals with developmental disabilities have equal access to employment opportunities. As part of this, I will work with businesses to adopt inclusive hiring practices and provide workplace accommodations and support when needed.
Equitable access to education: It’s critical that we provide quality education to all children, and integrate children with development disabilities into classrooms with appropriate support and accommodation.
No, I do not have direct experience with disability. While I have not personally experienced developmental disabilities, I did run summer day camp programming specifically for children with developmental disabilities. I also conducted mental health research at Stanford University that included working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
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Jorge L. Barón
No questionnaire response
Contact: info@electjorgebaron.com
Website: www.electjorgebaron.com
Baron
election pamphlet bio
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Sarah
Reyneveld
No questionnaire response
Contact: info@sarahreyneveld.com
Website: www.sarahreyneveld.com
Reyneveld
election pamphlet bio
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District 6 map
Serving East King County communities of Mercer Island, Beaux Arts Village, Clyde Hill, Hunts Point, Yarrow Point, and parts of Bellevue, Redmond, and Kirkland.
Claudia Balducci (running
unopposed)
No questionnaire response
Contact: info@claudiabalducci.com
Website: https://www.claudiabalducci.com
Election pamphlet bio: Since she is running unopposed, her biography
will not be available until the fall pamphlet is ready in September
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District 8 map
Serving Seattle neighborhoods Downtown, SoDo, and West Seattle; Vashon Island; and
parts of Burien and Tukwila in South King County. Three candidates are running; none answered our questionnaire.
Teresa Mosqueda
No questionnaire response
Contact: Info@TeamTeresa.org
Website: www.TeamTeresa.org
Mosqueda
election pamphlet bio
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Sofia Aragon
No questionnaire response
Contact: sofiaforkingcounty@gmail.com
Website: www.votesofiaaragon.com
Aragon
election pamphlet guide
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GoodSpaceGuy
No questionnaire response
Contact: goodspaceguy42@yahoo.com
Website: www.colonizespace.blogspot.com
GoodSpaceGuy
election pamphlet bio
