Being your Councilmember means more than casting votes. It means showing up, driving progress, and standing with our community in moments of celebration and reflection.
I’ll keep showing up for District 6.
#ReElectClaudia
I’m grateful to everyone helping prepare neighborhoods, small businesses, and riders for what comes next. Mark your calendars for March 28th and join me when we finally connect Eastside light rail to Seattle and the rest of our regional transit system!
I was also excited to see partners out and about educating the public about how to ride transit, specifically, the light rail line opening across Lake Washington next month! I’ve been a proud part of this project from the beginning, and after years of work, this milestone is nearly here.
This year, I visited the Japanese American Legacy Bridge in Bellevue, a project I was proud to champion and which stands as a reminder of what happens when fear overrides our values — and why we must always defend civil rights and one another. nwasianweekly.com/2025/10/clau...
We also honored the Day of Remembrance this month, which commemorates the signing of Executive Order 9066 that initiated the forced removal and incarceration of approximately 120,000 Japanese Americans during World War II, including many from right here in East King County,
I celebrated Lunar New Year at several events, honoring traditions that strengthen our community. In addition to enjoying cultural performances, great food, and time with family & friends, Lunar New Year is a reminder that our cultural diversity makes our County such a dynamic place to live.
Several events this month reminded me of what public service is really about.
Workers keep our county running, and they deserve leadership that has their back. I’ve partnered with labor to build major infrastructure, protect frontline workers, and create pathways to family-wage jobs.
Together, we’ll keep building a King County that works for the people who make it work.
* Safer communities — with proven approaches that make public spaces, including transit, safe and welcoming.
* A county government that works — transparent, fiscally responsible, and accountable to you.
This work matters deeply to me, and I’m ready to keep delivering for you.
I’m running again to keep fighting for:
* Affordable housing — so everyone can call East King County home.
* Reliable, connected transit — finishing what we started while strengthening bus and rail service across the region.
But we also face serious challenges. We must tackle affordability, confront the climate crisis, and keep our communities safe and connected.
I’m excited to share that I’m running for re-election to the King County Council!
Together, we’ve made real progress — delivering light rail, opening the Eastside’s first permanent shelters, and securing major investments in housing, environmental protection, education, and arts and culture.
Know that what we accomplished doesn't end here. I am committed to carrying this momentum and work forward. There is so much we will still do together – and I look forward to standing and working with you on what comes next.
I want to thank the thousands of individuals who donated, hosted/attended events and fundraisers, knocked doors, made calls, and did countless other small & big things to advance this campaign. I am so grateful and humbled by your support and the confidence you placed in me and our vision for KC.
In this moment, I am filled with immense gratitude for you and all of our dedicated supporters.
Our message was simple: government has to work! That means delivering on affordable housing, high quality public transit, public safety, and more. It's a message that resonated throughout all corners of King County and one that I’ll continue to work toward every day.
This was a close race – and I am so proud of the campaign we ran and how many people throughout King County placed their trust in me with their vote.
With most ballots in, it is clear my colleague Girmay Zahilay has been elected as the next Exec. I called to congratulate and wish him all the best as he begins to transition into this important role. The success of KC depends on his success as Exec, and as a continuing CM I am committed to both.
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Recent polling shows the race for KC Executive is going to be close - and today is the final day submit your ballot! Claudia has been delivering on affordability, safety, transit, and more - and she will be ready to lead moment one. Cast your vote for proven leadership by voting for Claudia today!
That’s exactly the kind of leadership we need right now to deliver the affordable homes our region urgently needs and to build a future where every family has a safe, stable place to call home."
She’s not afraid to take on complex challenges, stay at the table, and see reforms through until they make a difference on the ground.
Full quote from Patience: "Time and again, Claudia Balducci has demonstrated what it takes to deliver meaningful results for our region.
From advancing affordable housing to expanding light rail, she leads with bold vision and a steady hand.
Affordable housing is the number-one issue we hear about — and Claudia is the trusted leader with the experience and results to make it happen.
Let’s build a region where every family has a place to call home. Vote Balducci for King County Executive by November 4th!
There’s a reason Mayor Curtis & 18 other mayors across KC endorse Claudia. They’ve seen firsthand that she shows up, does the work, and always puts people over politics.
She doesn’t seek the spotlight. She seeks solutions. And that’s the kind of leadership we deserve.
Vote Balducci by Nov 4th!
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But we know that housing affordability is still a tremendous challenge — that’s why it will be my top priority as County Executive.
I will make sure King County is a housing leader — building homes, trust, and results. I’m ready to do that for all of King County. 🏘️
In my current role, I’ve brought together cities, housing providers & employers to increase housing availability and affordability, making room for the next generation, allowing hardworking people to afford to live here, and supporting historical communities and longtime residents to stay.
🏡 Delivering an affordable King County
Everywhere I go, people tell me they love King County — but they’re worried they can’t afford to stay here. I hear that fear and I share it for my own family.
