Author: Callie Craighead
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Executive Zahilay Statement on Historic Election for Washington State and the Country
King County Executive Girmay Zahilay released the following statement on Tuesday night following election results: “Tonight, voters across the country sent a clear message that they want a different direction for our country. In rejecting President Trump’s divisive policies, the results show that everyday Americans are tired of an agenda that puts the interests of…
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King County Launches Reentry Initiative to Help Break the Cycle of Repeated Incarceration, Improving Public Safety and Community Well-Being
Summary King County’s new reentry initiative will help people transition from custody back into the community by connecting them with accessible healthcare, behavioral health and substance use treatment, and other supportive services, advancing Executive Zahilay’s Breaking the Cycle goal and reducing recidivism to create safer, healthier communities. Story Today, King County Executive Girmay Zahilay announced…
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Executive Zahilay Launches Advisory Panel to Speed Up Permitting, Build More Homes, and Support Business Growth
Summary Executive Girmay Zahilay announced a Permitting Advisory Panel to explore ways to improve King County’s permitting process and make it easier to build housing and open businesses across King County. Story King County – Today, as part of his Building More and Better Government agenda, Executive Girmay Zahilay announced a new Permitting Advisory Panel to…
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Joint Statement from Executive Zahilay and Mayor Wilson on KCRHA Stabilization and Unrecoverable Funds
Today, King County Executive Girmay Zahilay and Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson released the following statement after the independent financial monitoring firm they jointly directed be embedded in the King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) completed its initial reconciliation of the agency’s financial records: “Earlier this year, we required stronger oversight and independent financial monitoring at…
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Executive Zahilay Moves to Accelerate Metro’s RapidRide R Line, Deliver Long-Awaited Transit Improvements to South Seattle
Summary King County Executive Girmay Zahilay is advancing three strategies to support the expedited delivery of the RapidRide R Line to deliver more reliable transit, safer access to bus stops, and better connections across South Seattle. The proposal adds stops in response to community concerns, with further opportunities for residents to shape the route and…
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King County Executive Zahilay and Partners Celebrates Opening of 41 Affordable Homes at Creekside Village on Vashon Island
Summary King County’s $8.375 million funding commitment helps expand affordable workforce housing in a community facing longstanding housing shortages. Story VASHON ISLAND, WA — King County Executive Girmay Zahilay joined Shelter America Group, community leaders, and housing partners today to celebrate the grand opening of Creekside Village, a new 41-unit affordable housing development that will…
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Executive Zahilay celebrates future Skyway Community Center, gathers feedback on building’s design and recreational opportunities
Summary Executive Zahilay joined community members to celebrate the future Skyway Community Center and provide input on design concepts, marking a meaningful step in the county’s progress toward delivering the community space. Story King County Executive Girmay Zahilay invited community feedback on design concepts for the future Skyway Community Center at a celebration Oct. 10, marking…
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Executive Zahilay Proposes $746 Million Supplemental Budget, Making Major Investments in Housing, Transportation, and Infrastructure
Summary King County Executive Girmay Zahilay today transmitted a $746 million supplemental budget to the King County Council, investing in new affordable housing and shelter, maintaining and modernizing critical infrastructure, and preserving parks and natural areas. Story King County – Today, King County Executive Girmay Zahilay transmitted a $746 million supplemental budget to the King…
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500 Units in 500 Days: Executive Zahilay Proposes Funding to Make Progress on Housing and Shelter Target; Announces New Public-Private Partnership Significantly Expanding Youth Shelter
Proposed $19.5 million County investment and a $10 million commitment from the Schultz Family Foundation will together bring more than 600 shelter and affordable housing units online, accelerating King County’s work to meet the region’s urgent housing needs. Summary Executive Zahilay announced new investments to develop shelter and affordable housing throughout the region and a…
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Executive Zahilay Launches Volunteer Corps to Connect King County Residents to Pressing Local Volunteer Needs
King County — Today, King County Executive Girmay Zahilay announced the launch of Volunteer Corps, a new program led by his administration that aims to harness the power of motivated residents to meet the pressing needs of the county and local non-profit organizations. As part of his Be in Community value, Volunteer Corps will connect…