Who has filed for school board, city councils, and county council

Candidates have filed for various local government positions in King County, with the final deadline on May 9, 2025. In the Shoreline School Board elections, Emily Williams and Lama Chikh will contest Districts 2 and 3, respectively, while incumbent Sarah Cohen chose not to run again. The Shoreline City Council, now open for four positions, includes candidates like Valerie Snider and Jack Malek for Position 1, as John Ramsdell retires. Lake Forest Park City Council will see five seats contested, with Position 2 open following Deputy Mayor Lorri Bodi's death. Candidates are encouraged to share their campaign statements or website links to boost visibility.

Rod Dembowski is the sole candidate for King County Council District 1. This election cycle highlights significant local changes, especially in leadership roles across school and city councils. The community's engagement in these elections will shape future policies and governance in the area.