Candidates
Candidates
GENERAL 2023
City of Burien
Council Position No. 2
Linda Akey
PO BOX 66245
BURIEN, WA 98166
(206) 395-4596
I serve on the Burien Business and Economic Development Partnership, the Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce, and the Burien Creative District. As a consultant, I help non-profit organizations start and operate successfully. I understand how much we need collaboration to tackle the challenges we face in Burien. I will bring professionalism and healthy communication to the City Council.
Once elected, I will work to ensure first responders have the resources they need to do their jobs and expand community policing, ensuring accountability and transparency. I will work to address the needs of people experiencing homelessness and support the creation of substance abuse, mental health treatment centers, and transitional housing. I will work to protect our environment, improve public transportation, and support living wages. I will also work to bring more businesses and jobs to Burien. With your support, we can build a safe, livable, and welcoming Burien for all.
As a councilmember, I have created affordable housing, defended workers rights, improved infrastructure (sidewalks, parks, etc.) and expanded the human services budget for healthcare, education, and assistance programs. I recognize the need to create safer neighborhoods, increase economic growth, and support underserved groups, including youth and seniors.
I remain deeply committed to our community. I currently serve on the board of four local nonprofits, and regional committees focused on environmental sustainability, public transportation, and public safety. I want to use my experience and dedication to move our city forward. Together we can build a brighter future for Burien!
Endorsements: King County Democrats, 33rd District Democrats, MLK Labor, Highline Education Association, SEIU Healthcare 1199NW, SEIU 925, IBEW Local 46, Transit Riders Union, King County Councilmembers Joe McDermott and Dave Upthegrove, Senator Karen Keiser, State Representatives Tina Orwall and Mia Gregerson, Burien City Councilmembers Sarah Moore and Hugo Garcia, and more.
Contact Elections
Email: elections@kingcounty.gov
Phone: 206-296-VOTE (8683)
TTY: Relay 711
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