Economic development and job creation should remain a priority for Washington’s legislature in 2017. A healthy and stable private sector ensures continued job growth and funding for the quality of life and public services that our citizens have come to expect. We support public policies... Continue Reading
Employers in East King County struggle to fill available jobs with Washington state residents. Education is the key to closing this gap, beginning with early education (ages 3-4), and ending with the completion of higher education. Our state’s students need to graduate high school with the... Continue Reading
The Coalition believes that transportation infrastructure is critical to our state’s business climate and economic future. We supported the passage of a statewide comprehensive transportation package in 2015 and since the legislature made those investments the following transportation... Continue Reading
Bellevue Council Steps Closer to Fire Services and Transportation Levies On July 18, the Council reviewed draft ordinances for fire services and transportation tax levies. In order for these measures to make it to the November ballot, the Council needs to act by July 25. As currently drafted, the... Continue Reading
