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District 7 Spring 2019 Update

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HAPPY SPRING! The first quarter of 2019 was very busy as I visited with constituents, and worked on local, regional and federal issues such as the King County Solid Waste Plan, the King County Parks Levy, the Annual Legislative Conference of the National Association of Counties in , D.C. and more. Please read this report for some of the highlights.

Also, please save the date for my upcoming Identity Theft Shredding Event on Saturday, May 11, 8 a.m. to noon at the Federal Way Farmers Market.

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On January 9, Patty Hayes, Director of Public Health for Seattle and King County, spoke with South King County community leaders at the January “Good Eggs” breakfast about her agency’s efforts to combat the public health challenges facing our region.

Photo L-R: King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer, Federal Way City Councilmember Lydia Assefa-Dawson, Seattle-King County Director of Public Health Patty Hayes, Auburn City Councilmember Bob Baggett, and Jeff Stock, Jr. of Caffé D’Arte

On January 13, at the 12th Annual Washington State Korean American Day Celebration, I was honored to be recognized for my support of the Korean American Community in our state.

With Shari Song of the Washington State Korean American Day Celebration Foundation

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This season, I welcomed the chance to give the keys to a few of the “retired” vans King County donated to South King County non-profits. I started this program in 1996, and it continues to be an example of government at its best.

With Troy Christensen of the Korean Women’s Association

Photo L to R: Pete with Lorie Ann Larson and Nelson Rascon of Valley Cities

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On January 25, I attended the annual Seattle Mariners luncheon supporting the Boy Scouts of America. I am looking forward to the contributions lefty Justus Sheffield and shortstop JP Crawford will make this year and in years to come.

February 26 was a beautiful day to officially open Panther Lake Trail in Federal Way. The project includes a new 50-foot pedestrian footbridge, adjacent 26-stall parking lot and a one-mile loop trail. I am pleased King County could partner with the City of Federal Way on this important project to provide more opportunities for recreation and physical activity in South King County.

Photo L to R: Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell, Radhika With Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell Kumar, Judy McDonald and Penny Merriman of the Marine Hills Flower Club

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On February 26th, I hosted my annual South King County Leadership Reception at KO-AM TV in Federal Way. The event brought together more than 70 local and countywide elected officials, community and business leaders to promote regional collaboration and camaraderie. This year’s event featured an address from Korean Consul General Lee Hyung-jong, who discussed the importance of building bridges for the Korean-American community in King County. At the event, I was honored to be presented a Sheriff’s Medal of Service from King County Sheriff Mitzi Johanknecht.

Photo L to R: With King County Sheriff Mitzi Johanknecht and King County Elections Photo L to R: King County Sheriff Mitzi Director Julie Wise With King County Sheriff Johanknecht, King County Elections Director Mitzi Johanknecht Julie Wise, Korean Consul General Lee Hyung- jong, King County Assessor John Wilson, and Chair

On February 27, I was proud to present Peggy LaPorte of Federal Way’s FUSION with the Martin Luther King Jr. Medal of Distinguished Service. Peggy has responded to Dr. King’s question, “What are you doing for others?” through the founding of FUSION, an all-volunteer organization that has helped homeless families and their children in South King County for 25 years. Thank you for your service, Peggy.

With Dennis and Peggy LaPorte

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Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson joined me at my February Good Eggs Breakfast to provide an update on his ongoing efforts as Attorney General. Bob discussed his view of his role as Attorney General and the importance of consumer protection in our state.

Photo L to R: Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell, Way Scarff of Scarff Motors, AG Bob Ferguson, and Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus

On February 27, I enjoyed participating in the ribbon cutting for the remodeled La Quinta Inn and Suites in Federal Way, and am excited to see how the new renovations and management attract visitors to South King County.

With new Owner Al Jiwani Photo L to R: Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell and Trimark Regional Director of Sales and Marketing Lana Bulanova

I once again had the privilege of joining Cheryl Wong in welcoming the Pac 12 Women’s Swimming Championships and the Men’s and Women’s Diving Championships to the King County Aquatic Center. After 30 years, the King County Aquatic Center continues to be a major economic attraction in South King County.

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On March 19th, our region honored the “Godfather” of soccer, Alan Hinton. Former and current soccer coaches and players as well as community leaders salute this legend of English and American soccer.

(Left to right) Alan Hinton and Mark Wright.

On March 23rd, I was honored, along with Valinda Hortsman and 106.9‘s Heather Lee, to receive the Auburn Valley Humane Society’s “Wet Nose Award” . The award recognizes those who are “changing lives, four paws at a time.”

Photo L to R: Auburn Valley Humane Society Board Chair Rick Oliveria, Valinda Hortsman, Pete, Heather Lee, and Auburn Valley Humane Society Executive Director Phil Morgan.

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On March 27, I presented the Rotary Club of Auburn a $500 King County educational grant to support their ongoing scholarship efforts in South King County. I commend the Rotary Club for their continued support of our region’s youth and look forward to working with them on future projects that provide scholarships to our students.

Photo L to R: With Dr. Thomas Hughes, President of the Rotary Club of Auburn and Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus

King County Metro General Manager Rob Gannon joined us at our March Good Eggs breakfast to discuss the progress the agency has made on their Metro Connect goals. As more people move to our region, Metro will increase capacity from 400 million to 600 million annual hours of service, 500,000 to 1,000,000 daily riders, and will add 600 more buses.

With Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell, Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus and King County Metro General Manager Rob Gannon

After 30 years of service in King County, Judge Jim Cayce retired. We recognized Jim for his leadership as a judge, and thanked him for his strong advocacy for mental illness treatment and his innovative approach to criminal justice issues. Photo L to R: King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski, former King County Councilmember Louise Miller, former King County Councilmember Dwight Pelz, King County Councilmember Joe McDermott, King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer, Baliff Lati Culverson, Judge Jim Cayce, Judge Bill Bowman, King County Councilmember Larry Gossett, King County Councilmember , King County Councilmember , King County Councilmember Jeanne Kohl-Welles. kingcounty.gov/vonReichbauer facebook.com/pete.vonreichbauer Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer District 7 Update Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer District 7 Update

Finally, the King County Council delegation visited those who represent us in the other Washington. Transportation, jobs, opioid addiction, homelessness, salmon protection, trade and our surprising Seattle Mariners were all part of our whirlwind of meetings. Thanks Senator Patty Murray and Maria Cantwell, and Representatives Derek Kilmer, Suzan DelBene, Adam Smith and Dr. Kim Schrier. Government works best when we work together!

With U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell

With U.S. Senator Patty Murray

With U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer

With U.S. Representative and Dr. Kim Schrier

With U.S. Representative Suzan DelBene

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