VIDEOPHOTOS Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce Mayors' Luncheon

Burien, WALocal News

The Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce's Mayors’ Luncheon was held at Cedarbrook Lodge in SeaTac, drawing in local leaders from five cities to discuss community issues. Burien Deputy Mayor Nancy Tosta, Des Moines City Manager Michael Matthias, Normandy Park Mayor Jonathan Chicquette, SeaTac Mayor Michael Siefkes, and Tukwila Mayor Allan Ekberg were present to represent their respective municipalities. The event featured a panel discussion led by Scott Schaefer, where attendees could engage with Chamber President/CEO Andrea Reay through a live Q&A session. An edited video capturing the event's highlights is available, with a total running time of 47 minutes and 57 seconds. Shorter video versions of each city representative's speech were also provided, showcasing their individual contributions.

This gathering highlighted the importance of local governance and community collaboration in addressing regional challenges. The event serves as a reminder of the active participation of local leaders in fostering community engagement. Attendees left with a greater understanding of the issues facing their cities and the collaborative efforts in place to address them.

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