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City of Lake Forest Park

Council Position No. 1

Bryce James

Bryce James

17851 BALLINGER WAY NE

LAKE FOREST PARK, WA 98155-0234

(206) 910-2701

bryce@lfpcommunity.org

www.lfpcommunity.org

Education: Degrees: Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Computer Science – CWU. Financial Designation – Wharton
Occupation: President, Smart Portfolios - RIA, President, Portfolio Mason
Statement:

Rooted in Lake Forest Park. Driven by balance.Focused on the future. My family has called Lake Forest Park home for over 75 years. I bring 40+ years of financial leadership, experience on nonprofit and business boards, and have founded several financial and technology firms.

I'm running to restore balance, rebuild trust, and bring shared values back into city decisions: environmental protection, social awareness, and fiscal responsibility. The current path is unsustainable. The past decade, city spending has grown rapidly while reserves have dwindled with annual losses, yet the Council continues to spend about $1 million a year on consultants—including $100,000 to recommend a tax hike. A 3% spending reduction across departments could address this—without new taxes.

It’s time for transparency, accountability, and community-led solutions on issues like Sound Transit. Let’s bring back citizen committees to guide decisions. Vote Bryce

 

Victoria Grant

Victoria Grant

PO BOX 55186

SHORELINE, WA 98133-9996

(678) 682-4071

victoriaforlfp@gmail.com

victoriaforlfp.com

Education: North Oconee High School, SHRM HR Certification(In Progress), First Aid/CPR Certified
Occupation: Human Resources Specialist
Statement:

Lake Forest Park deserves thoughtful, inclusive leadership that reflects the values of our community. I’m running for City Council to help our city flourish by preserving what we love while addressing the challenges ahead with care, transparency, and collaboration. 

Raised in a multicultural, mixed-race household, I’ve seen the impact of racism and inequality firsthand. My advocacy work includes supporting survivors of domestic violence and child abuse through Prevent Child Abuse Athens, volunteering with Gays for Good, and participating in forest clean-ups across King County. I’ve also volunteered at our Lake Forest Park Farmers Market—another way I’ve stayed connected. These experiences have deepened my belief in listening, showing up, and creating space for all voices.

As your council member, I will work to preserve green spaces, support local businesses, build sidewalks that better connect us, and invest in safe, sustainable infrastructure. Together, we can build a more connected Lake Forest Park.

Semra Riddle

Semra Riddle

2859 NE 183RD ST

LAKE FOREST PARK, WA 98155

semra@semraforlfp.com

Education: Virtual Design and Construction Manager for General Contractor
Occupation: UW Bachelor of Arts in Architecture
Statement:

My vision for LFP is simple: a vibrant community for all.  This means a community where you can afford a home and build a life.  Where you can meet with old and new friends at a Third Place. Where you can walk to any of our schools or well-maintained parks connected by trails and safer streets.  Where you can walk to a cozy coffee shop to meet with friends.  Where you can sit by the Lake and watch your kids learn to swim and paddleboard.  Where you can find art in obvious and not-so-obvious places.  Where you are even prouder to call LFP home.  It won’t be quick or easy but when we work together, we can make this vision a reality.  Thank you for your vote.

Proudly endorsed by 1st LD Fighting Dems; King County Democrats, and several state and local elected officials.

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