Showing posts with label elections. Show all posts
Showing posts with label elections. Show all posts

King County Elections (KCE) honored by the Election Center, the National Association of Election Officials

Wednesday, August 24, 2022

Presentation of award to King county elections

RENTON, WA – King County Elections (KCE) was honored by the Election Center, the National Association of Election Officials, in the organization’s annual Professional Practice Paper Awards for 2022.
 
The Election Center’s Professional Practices Program is a celebration of best practices from small, medium, and large jurisdictions around the country and the U.S. Territories. This year, KCE joins officials from California, Ohio, Missouri, and Colorado in being recognized.

The Guardian Award

KCE’s close partnership with both major political parties to double the number of trained observers in the election facility earned the Guardian Award for exemplifying the Election Center’s Principles and Standards of Conduct. KCE provides observers with robust training and in-the-field guidance, providing greater transparency in elections.

“Here at King County Elections, we believe in radical transparency. That means sharing our processes, explaining the details, and welcoming observers across the political spectrum. We have observers who come to us completely skeptical of the system, usually because of rumors and rhetoric. 
"When they get to see how ballots are processed up-close and meet their neighbors who do this work every day, these same skeptical observers become our greatest advocates,” said Julie Wise, King County Director of Elections. 
“When you see firsthand the care and attention that this team puts into every ballot, every voter, and every registration, it’s hard to come away anything less than impressed. I am so proud to have this team’s commitment to our community and to transparency recognized by our colleagues around the country.”

The Eagles award

For the second year in a row, KCE earned the Eagles Award for innovative use of technology. After being honored last year for utilizing a custom-built app suite to manage and track ballot collection from each of our ballot drop box locations, this year KCE was recognized for permanently shifting many essential elements of election administration to virtual processes. 

When the onslaught of COVID-19 in 2020 necessitated moving many vital functions to a virtual space, KCE successfully met the challenge. As the world has changed, so to have KCE processes. By creatively utilizing a variety of remote work tools and platforms, our team has increased efficiency, improved communication, and helped our staff be even better prepared for each election.

Professional Practice Papers are shared by the Election Center with all members of the association, and awards are only given to programs that can be replicated in other jurisdictions.

Julie Wise, King County
Elections Director
Led by Director Julie Wise, King County Elections conducts accessible, secure, and accurate elections for nearly 1.4 million voters. Home to one-third of Washington State’s voters, King County was the largest vote-by-mail jurisdiction in the world for many years prior to more widespread adoption in 2020. 

With core values of accuracy, equity, integrity, service, teamwork, and transparency, the team at KCE is committed to ensuring all King County voters can get registered, cast their ballot, and make their voices heard.



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King County Elections certifies August Primary Election

Friday, August 19, 2022

King County Elections (KCE) certified the 2022 August Primary election on Tuesday, August 16. Just under 550,000 voters returned their ballots, marking a countywide turnout of 39%.

47.6% of ballots were returned by mail and 52.1% were returned to one of KCE’s 76 secure drop boxes located across the county. 0.3% were returned by overseas and services voters via email or fax.

Final results are available on the King County Elections website, as are an election summary report and reconciliation report. Precinct level results are available.

The results were certified during Tuesday’s Canvassing Board meeting with no discrepancies in reconciliation. Board members Julie Wise, Stephanie Cirkovich, and Susan Slonecker presided over the election’s certification. The meeting can be viewed on YouTube or Facebook.

One race is headed to a mandatory machine recount: Legislative District 47, State Senate

Washington state law requires a machine recount when there is a difference of less than 2,000 votes AND also less than 0.50% of the total number of votes for both candidates. 

Recount activities for that race will begin on Friday, August 19 at 9am. The recount will be certified by the King County Canvassing Board on Wednesday, August 31 at 1pm. The certification meeting will be livestreamed on King County Elections’ Facebook page.



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Election results: August 2

Wednesday, August 3, 2022

Election night results in the race for Senator

The purpose of a primary election is to identify the top two candidates who will face off in the general election in November.

Following are the vote counts as of election night August 2, 2022

Redistricting put Lake Forest Park in state legislative district #1

LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 1 - State Representative Pos. 1

Candidate Vote    Vote %
John Peeples (Prefers Republican Party)
6,148 28.06%
Davina Duerr (Prefers Democratic Party)
15,723 71.77%

LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 1 - State Representative Pos. 2

Candidate Vote  Vote %
Jerry Buccola (Prefers Republican Party)
6,053 27.56%
Shelley Kloba (Prefers Democratic Party)
15,846 72.16%

Shoreline remained in state legislative district #32

LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 32 - State Senator

Patricia Weber (Prefers Democratic Party)
4,475 18.73%
Jesse Salomon (Prefers Democratic Party)
15,721 65.81%

LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 32 - State Representative Pos. 1

Candidate Vote  Vote %
Lori Theis (Prefers Election Integrity Party)
3,238 16.12%
Cindy Ryu (Prefers Democratic Party)
16,685 83.08% 

LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 32 - State Representative Pos. 2

Candidate Vote  Vote %
Anthony Hubbard (Prefers Republican Party)
3,902 19.05%
Lauren Davis (Prefers Democratic Party)
16,487 80.5%

Note that both districts are in two counties: King and Snohomish

STATE

Secretary of State - the entire state votes

Steve Hobbs received 415,619 votes, 41.2% of the total. Three other candidates each received over 120,000 votes. As of election night, Julie Lewis was in second place, with Bob Hagglund and Keith Wagoner not too far behind.

FEDERAL

Congressional District 7 - U.S. Representative - Our district encompasses most of Seattle and surrounding areas including Shoreline, Vashon Island, Lake Forest Park, Edmonds and parts of Burien and Normandy Park.

Pramilia Jayapal will probably face Cliff Moon, who got 8% of the vote.

Senator - the entire state votes for senators

Long time incumbent Patty Murray received 54% of the vote and will face Trump-backed Tiffany Smiley in November. Except for Spokane county where Murray is ahead, Murray won all the western counties and Smiley won all the central and eastern counties. There were 18 candidates in this race.

VOTER TURNOUT

Turnout in King County was 20% of the registered voters.




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VOTE by 8pm Tuesday

Tuesday, August 2, 2022

If you are reading this before 8pm on Tuesday and you have not yet voted, you may still have time to take your ballot to a drop box - LFP Town Center by the police station; Shoreline Library on 5th and 175th; Shoreline park 'n ride at 192nd and Aurora.

If you need help voting, there is a King county vote center at Kenmore City Hall, 18120 68th Ave NE, Kenmore, WA 98028.



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Ballot drop box was at the Shoreline Farmers Market Saturday

Sunday, July 31, 2022

Photo by Steven H. Robinson
 
The ballot drop box for the August 2, 2022 (deadline 8pm) election was right by the Shoreline Farmers Market on Saturday. 

The market is gone until next Saturday but the ballot box will be there until Tuesday.

Another chance to multi-task is the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market on Sunday. The ballot drop box is right next to the stalls, by the LFP City Hall.



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Ballots are due by Tuesday, August 2, 2022

Thursday, July 28, 2022

Photo by Krista Tenney
The drop boxes are in place for your August primary election ballots. 

Locally we have drop boxes 
  • next to City Hall / Police in Lake Forest Park
  • outside the Shoreline Library
  • at the corner of the Shoreline 192nd park n ride
There's a farmers market Saturday in Shoreline and Sunday in Lake Forest Park. Take your ballots and drop them off when you go to shop.

You can also mail your ballot - no stamp required - but you have to be sure it will get to elections before 8pm on August 2, 2022.

The drop boxes will be sealed at 8pm on August 2, 2022.

This is your opportunity to exercise political power. Don't pass it up.



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Online and mail voter registration deadline for August Special Election – July 25, 2022

Sunday, July 24, 2022

Mark and seal your ballot and return it to a drop box
Photo by GM Wiegand
The August Primary election is quickly approaching with ballots due to drop boxes by 8pm sharp or postmarked by Tuesday, August 2, 2022. 

The deadline to register to vote online or by mail (received, not postmarked) is Monday, July 25.

After the deadline has passed, voters can still register to vote, update their registration or signature, receive a replacement ballot, or use an assistive device at King County Elections Headquarters in Renton or at one of our Vote Centers located across the county.

All registered voters should have received their ballot by Monday, July 18. 

Those who have not received their ballot or misplaced it can request one online or call King County Elections at 206-296-VOTE (8683) during business hours. 

Registered voters can also download and print their ballot online through the accessible online ballot marking program.

Voters may opt to receive their ballot and voting materials in Chinese, Korean, Spanish, and Vietnamese and King County Elections provides customer service in over twenty languages.

Information on candidates and ballot measures can be found inside the voters' pamphlet, along with a complete list of ballot drop box locations and tips on how to make sure their voice is heard. 

Voters can find also more information and track their ballot on the KCE website or contact KCE for assistance.

King County Elections (KCE) conducts accurate, secure, and accessible elections for King County’s 191 jurisdictions. Led by Director Julie Wise, KCE is a nationally recognized leader in the elections community for its innovations in technology, accessible voting, and community outreach.



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Jobs: One night job as Election drop box closer

Saturday, July 23, 2022

King county elections
Drop box closer

Looking for a way to get involved with elections? We are hiring drop box closers for Election Night 8/2!

Pay is $19.99/hr. Training takes place next weekend and the position is for just a few hours on Election Night. 

If interested, apply today! 




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U.S. Attorney Nick Brown: Voter intimidation is a federal crime

Friday, July 22, 2022

In response to signs placed at some ballot drop boxes in western Washington, U.S. Attorney Nick Brown issued the following statement.

“Voter intimidation is a federal crime and any attempt to harass or discourage citizens from voting at our state’s secure election drop boxes will be investigated and prosecuted in federal court, said U.S. Attorney Brown. 
“We recognize and revere the First Amendment right to free speech and political debate. But there is a time when protected speech turns into acts of intimidation or threats of violence. We will work with our law enforcement partners to investigate threats of violence, hate crimes, and any effort to intimidate voters or those tasked with ensuring free and fair elections in our state.”

Under federal law, it is a felony to intimidate or threaten other persons to discourage them from voting or for assisting others in voting. This crime is punishable by up to five years in prison. 

Federal law also prohibits bribing voters, buying and selling votes, impersonating voters, altering vote tallies, stuffing ballot boxes, and marking ballots for voters against their wishes or without their input. 

It also contains special protections for the rights of voters and provides that they can vote free from acts that intimidate or harass them. Further, federal law protects the right of voters to mark their own ballot or to be assisted by a person of their choice (where voters need assistance because of disability or illiteracy).

Through the primary and general election periods, the U.S. Attorney’s Office will have District Election Officer Seth Wilkinson working with the FBI and other law enforcement agencies to investigate and respond to any reports of voter intimidation or threats. 

Assistant United States Attorney Wilkinson can be reached at (206) 553-7970 and ask to leave a message with the Civil Rights complaint hotline. The local FBI field office can be reached by the public at (206) 622-0460.



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Politics and Voting: Primary election explained

Monday, July 18, 2022

By Diane Hettrick

Most of you should have received your primary ballots and voters' pamphlet. If you have not, you can print one off from kingcounty.gov/elections/obmp 

You can mark your online ballot before you print it off, a convenience for those with disabilities. You will need to follow the instructions for packaging your ballot, then return it as usual by mail or in a drop box.

17 year olds can vote, if...

This year, for the first time, 17-year-olds who will turn 18 by the General election on November 8, 2022 can vote in the Primary.

So, anyone who will turn 18 by November 8, 2022 can register and vote in the primary and the general election.

You can update your registration or register for the first time at VoteWA.gov  Registration deadline for the primary is July 25th.

Voting rights have been restored for many with past felony convictions

Now, community supervision status or outstanding legal fines have no impact on your ability to vote. If you are not currently in jail for a felony conviction, you can vote. All you need to do is register – online, by mail, or in person. 

Do you need help?

Anyone in King county who needs help or has a question can call 206-296-VOTE (8683) for help.

Top Two

The purpose of the primary is to select the top two vote-getters, regardless of party.

And speaking of party, candidates can list anything they want for political party and some get very creative. Even if they list one of the best known parties, it does not mean that party supports or endorses them.

Statewide elections for congress

Senator Patty Murray is up for reelection. Everyone in the state votes for senators. She has 17 opponents, which takes up the first half of your voters' pamphlet.

The state is divided into congressional districts and you only vote within your district. The successful candidate will serve in the U.S. House of Representatives. 

Shoreline and Lake Forest Park are in the 7th congressional district, with incumbent Pramila Jayapal. Three people are running against her.

State elections

Secretary of State Kim Wyman was appointed mid-term to a position in the Biden administration. Gov. Inslee appointed Steve Hobbs to fill out her term and he is now running for the position. He has seven opponents. Everyone in the state votes for this position.

Legislative Districts (LD)

The state is divided into districts. Each district elects one senator and two representatives to represent them in Olympia.

The LDs are redrawn every ten years, after the census. This is the first election after the 2020 census. Every effort is made to get the same number of voters in each district, to keep cities in the same district, and to draw the lines without having a mountain range in the middle of the district. These goals are not always met.

Shoreline is completely within the 32nd LD. In order to get enough voters in the district, the 32nd LD includes a portion of northwest Seattle and reaches deep into south Snohomish county to include Woodway and large portions of Edmonds, Mountlake Terrace, Esperance, and Lynnwood.

Lake Forest Park is all in one district, but after ten years in the 46th LD, they are now in the 1st LD with Kenmore, Bothell, part of Woodinville and Kirkland and portions of Snohomish county. The incumbent representatives are on the ballot, each with one opponent.

Only one of the races in our legislative districts has more than two candidates but all are on the ballot. For 
partisan offices, there is still a Primary even if only one or two candidates file.

When you are looking at election returns remember that you cannot look at King county results because part of the district is in Snohomish county. The Secretary of State will have both counties.

Warning

Always turn your ballot over. Both sides of the ballot are printed with candidates / issues.

Turning in your ballot

Follow the packaging instructions then drop your envelope in any blue mailbox. Make sure you leave time for it to be delivered and if you are waiting until the last minute, check the pick up times listed on the box.

Ballots are due by 8pm on August 2, 2022.

You can place your ballot in any King county drop box. Locally we have drop boxes by LFP City Hall, Shoreline Library, 192nd/Aurora park 'n ride.

Warning 

An election worker will be stationed at every drop box to close the box right at 8pm. If you show up after that your ballot will not count. If the election worker is still on site, they will take your ballot but it will not be counted. Placing your ballot on top of the closed drop box will not get it counted either.



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Primary election ballots will soon arrive

Thursday, July 14, 2022

King County Elections (KCE) has mailed more than 1.4 million ballots for the August 2, 2022 Primary to registered voters across King County. 

KCE is projecting 45% turnout for this election. In 2020, Primary turnout in King County reached 56%. In 2018, voters turned out at 43%.

The Primary election ballot will feature 162 candidates across 52 offices, 42 contested Precinct Committee Officer races, and six ballot measures. Voters’ pamphlets, featuring statements from each candidate and about each measure, will arrive in mailboxes later this week. Voters can also access a personalized voters’ guide on My Voter Information.

Voters will receive their ballots in the coming days and should have them by the Monday, July 18 mail delivery. Voters who have not received their ballots by Monday can call King County Elections at 206-296-VOTE (8683).

Ballots must be postmarked by Election Day, August 2, or returned to one of the 76 drop boxes locations across the county, including the newest locations in Woodinville and Queen Anne. Drop boxes are open 24-hours, seven days a week, until 8pm sharp on Election Day.

The deadline to register to vote online is July 25. Voters can register and vote through 8pm on Election Day at any of KCE’s Vote Center locations. All voters are encouraged to track their ballot to make sure their voice heard.



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Shoreline City Council seeks volunteers for voters’ pamphlet pro and con committees

Friday, July 1, 2022

Previous voters' pamphlet
Shoreline City Council seeks volunteers for voters’ pamphlet pro and con committees for Shoreline Proposition 1: Maintenance and Operations Levy for Public Safety and Community Services

At its June 28 meeting, the Shoreline City Council indicated that they intend to move forward with placing a maintenance and operations levy for public safety and community services on the November 8, 2022, general election ballot. This levy would replace the 2016 maintenance and operations levy that expires at the end of this year.

Accompanying the ballots will be the King County Voters' Pamphlet. The pamphlet will include an explanatory statement from the City that states the effect of the levy if approved. 

In response will be statements in support and opposition to the ballot measure. State law requires the City Council to appoint two committees to draft the pro and con statements. 

The committees can have no more than three members each; however, the committees may seek advice from any person or persons. The committees will also have an opportunity to write a rebuttal statement to the other side’s statement.

Individuals interested in applying for one of the committee positions should submit a community service application no later than Thursday, July 21 at 10:00am. 

Applications can be found online  If you would like a paper copy of the applications, contact the City Clerk’s Office at clk@shorelinewa.gov or 206-801-2230. 

The City Council will review applications and appoint the committee members at its July 25 business meeting.

To learn more about the requirements for the voters' pamphlet and the duties of the pro and con committees, you can review the 2022 Jurisdiction Manual at King County Elections.



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Even year elections proposal clears committee, heads to full King county council

Thursday, June 16, 2022


The King County Council’s Committee of the Whole on Wednesday voted 7-2 to approve a King County charter amendment that would move elections for county executive, county assessor, county director of elections, and county councilmembers to even-numbered years. It will next go to the full council for final approval. If approved at full Council, the proposal will go to voters on the November ballot.

“I am committed to making our elections as fair and accessible as possible and the data is clear that voter turnout during odd-year elections is dramatically lower than even-year elections, meaning many voters have no voice in who represents them in key offices,” said Councilmember Claudia Balducci, who introduced the proposal. 
“Moving county races to even years means we’re welcoming participation by more voters and more diverse voters—younger people, people of color, renters. Their voices matter and this is an easy, commonsense way to make our elections more accessible and therefore more representative of the will of the people that we serve.”

Even-year elections regularly see higher voter turnout than odd-years. Since 2010, King County’s average voter turnout rate is 77% in even-numbered years and 47% in odd-numbered years. In 2021, countywide ballot measures and offices had 40-41% turnout, while countywide ballot measures and offices in 2020 saw voter turnout between 78% and 80%.

Voter turnout in even-year elections is also more reflective of the electorate. Areas with more renters see a higher odd-year drop than areas with more homeowners and voters of color have a bigger dip in turnout in odd-years than white voters.

The King County Council is expected to take up the charter amendment for final passage at the June 28 Council meeting. If approved, it will go to voters in November.



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AG Ferguson: Washington Supreme Court orders $28k sanctions in baseless election lawsuit

Thursday, June 2, 2022

Attorney General Bob Ferguson
OLYMPIA — Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced that his office successfully sought sanctions from a group pursuing a frivolous legal challenge of the 2020 election, along with its attorney. The sanctions order comes after Ferguson defeated the frivolous lawsuit.
 
The Washington Election Integrity Coalition United (WEICU) has been ordered to pay $9,588.80, and its attorney, Virginia Shogren, has been ordered to pay $18,795.90 as sanctions for bringing a case totally devoid of legal merit.

Ferguson will also file a complaint against Shogren with the Washington State Bar Association seeking further discipline. That complaint will come in the next few weeks.

As part of its case WEICU alleged that non-citizens were fraudulently registered to vote. The court found the Coalition “offers no competent evidence of voter fraud based on noncitizen voter registration.”

“Attorneys and organizations who attack our democracy and abuse our legal system must face accountability,” Ferguson said. “We will continue fighting to protect our elections from these baseless lawsuits that push ‘the Big Lie.’”

“Misinformation and disinformation is a threat to the functioning of our democracy,” said Gov. Jay Inslee. “Those who intentionally spread lies and undermine our elections must be held accountable. I appreciate the attorney general’s efforts to ensure truth prevails.”

WEICU filed this lawsuit against the state in the Washington State Supreme Court, alleging hundreds of thousands of ballots cast in the 2020 general election were altered. The group offered no evidence for this claim, and the lawsuit was dismissed due to multiple legal deficiencies.

Because of the frivolous nature of the case, Ferguson asked the Washington Supreme Court to impose sanctions against the WEICU and Shogren. The court agreed, and ordered the group and Shogren personally to pay the state’s costs in defending the case.

WEICU also filed separate lawsuits in eight counties: Whatcom, Clark, Snohomish, King, Thurston, Pierce, Lincoln and Franklin counties.
 
Gubernatorial candidate Loren Culp, who lost by 545,000 votes, filed a lawsuit asserting voter fraud. His campaign dropped the suit the next day when challenged by the Attorney General's office.




Loren Culp’s frivolous lawsuit challenging the 2020 election

In January 2021, the campaign for gubernatorial candidate Loren Culp filed a lawsuit challenging the 2020 election. The complaint included sweeping, baseless assertions of voter fraud. 

The Attorney General’s Office responded by informing the attorney for the campaign that we would seek sanctions if the campaign continued with its irresponsible lawsuit. In response, the Culp campaign dropped its lawsuit the next day.

The following is an excerpt from the Attorney General’s message to the Culp campaign’s attorney:

“[Your] claims are also factually baseless. For example, counties have contacted individuals the Campaign identified as deceased and found either that the voter died after voting, or that the voter was, in fact, alive. In many instances, the alleged discrepancies cited by your declarant Mr. Schow reflect trivial variations in the voter’s address, for example listing an address as ‘N’ instead of ‘North.’ 
"Secretary Wyman invited Mr. Culp to bring any concerns to her for investigation, but he refused. Numerous counties likewise invited your declarant, Mr. Schow, to share his data regarding alleged irregularities so that the claims could be investigated and addressed. He likewise refused.  
"If either Mr. Schow or Mr. Culp had accepted those invitations, the Secretary and the counties could have demonstrated precisely how the allegations are false or do not undermine the validity of a voter’s registration. The Campaign simply did not conduct a reasonable investigation to assert the type of claims alleged here.
“Finally, the claims are made with an improper purpose of undermining confidence in a free and fair election. Mr. Culp lost the election by more than 545,000 votes. Rather than concede gracefully, Mr. Culp has used this lawsuit to distract from the magnitude of his loss and to sow confusion. 
"Mr. Culp also fundraised off his baseless allegations, even as the country has erupted in violence stoked by the types of reckless allegations made in this litigation. This past week has put into stark relief the damage that has been wrought by such untruths.
“As an officer of the Court, you have an obligation to conduct a reasonable investigation before filing a lawsuit and not to fuel the fire consuming this country with unfounded claims of voter fraud. We hope that you will reconsider your actions in light of this information and the events of the past weeks. If you decline to dismiss the case voluntarily, our motion for sanctions will seek all costs we have incurred in responding to the complaint.”


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League of Women Voters registers high school students to vote

Sunday, May 29, 2022

Susan Vossler, Judy Deiro, and Sarah Phillips League of Women Voters registering high school students at Inglemoor high school

Story and photos by Sally Yamasaki

Today, at the age of 64, I returned to high school. Inglemoor high school hosted the League of Women Voters to set up a table to register voters.

In so many ways the youth of today impress me and this day of registering the high school students at Inglemoor did not disappoint. Nearly 60 students registered during their lunch to become new voters.

One student pointing to her “vote” button told her friend, this is feminism!

Another student told me of how their mother was not allowed to vote; yet their mother always taught them about politics and so they grew up valuing the ability to vote.

Yet another student said, “Voting is the way we participate in Democracy.”

Anyone can register to vote when they are 18 years old and are a US citizen. However, what many people do not know is you can pre-register to vote when you are 16 years old, and when you turn 18, you will automatically be mailed a ballot.

If you would like to register / pre-register, update your information, or learn what is on the ballot you can go here:
Nearly 60 students registered to vote

The League of Women Voters is a “nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to protect and expand voting rights and ensure everyone is represented in our democracy.” Today, the League helped 58 new voters access their voting rights and strengthened our democracy in the process.

To learn more or help the League of Women Voters of Seattle-King County contact:


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Kirsten Haugen reelected to KCD Board

Thursday, March 3, 2022

Kirsten Haugen reelected to
KCD Board
The 2022 King Conservation District (KCD) Board Election results are in. KCD’s 2022 Board Election wrapped up Tuesday, February 8 at 8:00pm. Final results have been tallied by King County Elections.

With 10,001 votes cast, this election is a record turnout for KCD. Current Board Chair Kirsten Haugen won the election with 70.49% of the vote. 

Conservation district board elections aren’t final until certified by the Washington State Conservation Commission. The commission will review the election results and certify it at their next meeting.

To see the final results, click on the link below.

2021 KCD Board Election Results

Want this election on the regular fall ballot? Conservation District election rules are set by the Washington State Legislature. You can contact your legislator at 1-800-562-6000.

For more information about KCD Board Elections go to kingcd.org/elections. KCD will have one appointed board position up for appointment and one elected board position up for election in early 2023.

If you have questions, contact elections@kingcd.org or call 425-282-1900.



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Shoreline Schools' levies easily pass at 69% and 71%

Friday, February 11, 2022

The two Shoreline School District levies have easily passed with the education and resources levy at 69.49% and the technology levy at 71%.

Votes are still being counted. If Shoreline's education levy goes up half a percentage point we will join Mercer Island, Seattle, and Vashon Island in the 70% group.

The only King county levies that seem to be failing are in Fife, and Riverview has a squeaker at 50.98. 

King county school districts on the February ballot:
  • Bellevue 61.08
  • Enumclaw 51.23
  • Federal Way 56.79 and 52.32
  • Fife 47.58 and 48.76
  • Kent 53.3
  • Lake Washington 58 and 59 and 56
  • Mercer Island 72 and 71
  • Northshore 61 and 62 and 62 (the levies also passing in Snohomish county)
  • Renton 62 and 63
  • Riverview 50.98 and 54.12
  • Seattle 78.5 and 78.79
  • Shoreline 69 and 71
  • Snoqualmie Valley 58 and 59
  • Vashon Island 70
Our neighbors in Woodway precincts (Snohomish county) voted Yes: 
  • Precinct WOODWAY 1 61.69% 
  • Precinct WOODWAY 2 53.39% 
Overall the Edmonds school district (Snohomish county) Prop 1 is passing with 62%


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Elections: First day returns show Schools and Parks well over 67% Yes votes

Wednesday, February 9, 2022


City of Shoreline Prop 1 Parks

Once the validation requirement is met, 60% Yes votes are required

Ballots counted 2-8-2022 - 9,111

Yes votes 67.84%

Shoreline School District levies (Shoreline and Lake Forest Park)

To validate a school levy, a simple majority is required i.e. 50% + 1 Yes votes required

Ballots counted 2-8-2022 - 11,799
  • Prop 1 Educational Programs and Operations = Yes votes 67.85%
  • Prop 2 Technology = Yes votes 69.67%


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Tuesday is election day and people are on street corners in Shoreline to remind you

Tuesday, February 8, 2022


These are northwesterners so they don't mind a little rain. They're in good company and they are supporting their school by reminding people to turn in their ballots before 8pm Tuesday.


And on another corner, green signs wave to encourage voters to support the Shoreline Prop 1 to refurbish half a dozen green spaces.

Ballots must be in before 8pm Tuesday.


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Ballots due Tuesday for King Conservation District position

Sunday, February 6, 2022

Candidates for KCD Board position
Ballots are due by 8pm Tuesday for a position on the King Conservation District (KCD) Board of Supervisors.



King Conservation District is a special purpose district committed to helping people engage in stewardship and conservation of natural resources, serving over two million people in 34 cities and unincorporated King County.

KCD assists people with forestry management, streamside and shoreline restoration, farm conservation planning, and other environmental efforts. KCD is funded primarily by a per-parcel assessment fee.

The volunteer, five-member Board of Supervisors is responsible for overseeing KCD operations, budget, and setting policy.

King County Elections will tabulate all ballots and report all results. King Conservation District includes all registered voters in King County (excluding the cities of Enumclaw, Federal Way, Milton, Pacific, and Skykomish). 

Anyone with questions about KCD Elections should contact Mark Dostal at elections@kingcd.org or call 425-773-1668.


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