And as two parents of toddlers, I know we both understand firsthand the urgent need to fix our child care affordability crisis. Together, we can deliver a new era of collaboration that puts families and working people first.

I look forward to working closely with Mayor-elect Wilson to address homelessness, improve public safety, and make Seattle and King County more affordable places to live.

At the same time, the King County Executive represents every other part of our region too, and I pledge to always bring the perspectives of the other 38 cities in King County, and our vast unincorporated areas, into my conversations with Seattle.

It is clear that Mayor-elect Wilson’s campaign platform resonated with deep concerns among voters in Seattle about affordability and the cost of living, issues that our two governments can and should collaborate on to address together.

I called Mayor-elect Wilson to extend my congratulations. It’s been a very long time since King County and Seattle have both elected new leaders at the same time. That means we have an opportunity for a true reset, to try new strategies and form new partnerships to tackle our region’s challenges.

I spoke with Councilmember Balducci, who was incredibly gracious and extended a helping hand to work together for the people of King County. I’m grateful for her service and partnership as we move forward.

Now, the work begins, expanding affordable housing, improving public safety, strengthening mental health and recovery systems, and keeping our region moving.

Thank you so much to everyone who believed in what we were building. This win belongs to you.

From Shoreline to Seattle to Federal Way, from Vashon to Snoqualmie, and everywhere in between, I’ve listened to your hopes and frustrations. Together, we built one of the broadest, most diverse coalitions in King County history.