King County Councilmember Steffanie Fain

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10/30/2026

For someone experiencing domestic violence, finding safety can be far more complicated than simply leaving an abusive relationship. Finding a safe place to live, navigating the legal system, and getting support for themselves and their children can all be significant challenges.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to recognize survivors, remember those whose lives have been lost, and make sure people know that help is available.

This month, I walked through Kent with DAWN, attended events supporting Lighthouse NW and Project Be Free, and joined my colleagues at the King County Council in recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month with a proclamation.

I also want to congratulate Kent Police Chief Padilla, who received Project Be Free's 2026 Justice in Action Award for his commitment to moving justice beyond policy and into practice.

These experiences have reinforced my appreciation for the people and organizations doing this work, often quietly and behind the scenes, to help survivors find safety and rebuild their lives.

I'm grateful for their commitment and look forward to continuing to learn from survivors and advocates, support their efforts, and work to make sure resources are reaching those who need them.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, help is available.

If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

Local Resources:

DAWN: 24-hour support line at 425-656-7867 | dawnrising.org

Project Be Free: 425-324-5030 (Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM)

Lighthouse NW: lighthousenw.org

Washington 211: Call 211 or visit wa211.org for additional housing, food, and community resources.

National Domestic Violence Hotline:

Call 800-799-7233

Text START to 88788

Visit https://www.thehotline.org/

10/28/2026

Big changes are coming to transit in Renton and King County Metro wants your input.

With a new Renton Transit Center planned for 2028, Sound Transit's Stride S1 line, and Metro's RapidRide I Line on the way, Metro is looking at how local bus routes and Metro Flex service can better connect residents to jobs, schools, shopping, and the region's growing transit network.

What connections are missing? Which routes could work better?

Metro is hosting two open houses to hear directly from residents as it plans Renton's future bus network.

In-Person Open House

Thursday, October 29 | 6:00–7:30 PM

Luther's Table, 419 S 2nd St, Renton

Virtual Open House

Thursday, November 5 | 6:00–7:00 PM

Online via Zoom. Register here: https://kingcounty.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EG-tZrrISD2dRq3w6R5T7g

I hope you'll join me and share your input.

10/25/2026

This summer's World Cup put our regional transportation system to the test, with nearly 3.5 million transit boardings across six match days, including almost 649,000 on the busiest day. And despite the crowds, downtown Seattle actually saw less traffic than usual. What can we learn from that experience to improve everyday transit service?

That was the focus of this week's Regional Transit Committee meeting, which I held at Starfire Sports in Tukwila—a fitting place to reflect on the World Cup and how transit brought people together.

Starfire is also much more than a soccer facility. As a nonprofit, it expands opportunities for local kids through STEM programs, a new youth flag football league, free after-school activities, and financial assistance.

At the meeting, we heard from Metro, Sound Transit, WSDOT, and Seattle DOT about what worked, what didn't, and how better signage, accessible boarding, and coordination helped move record crowds.

I'm continuing to work with our transit agencies to identify which improvements we can bring into regular service and measure whether they're making transit more reliable, accessible, and easier to use for everyday riders.

Thank you to our regional transportation partners, King County staff, and Starfire Sports for hosting us!

Pictured (L to R): Auburn Deputy Mayor Tracy Taylor-Turner, Kent Councilmember Toni Troutner, Snoqualmie Mayor James Mayhew, Renton Council President Pro Tem Ryan McIrvin, King County Councilmember Steffanie Fain, Kirkland Deputy Mayor Neal Black, Sammamish Councilmember Pam Stuart, and Des Moines Councilmember JC Harris

10/16/2026

Last call for 2027 District 5 Councilmanic Grant applications!

From youth recreation and food security to veterans' services and climate resilience, there are several funding opportunities available.

Applications are due this Monday, October 19 at 5 PM!

Know a local organization that could benefit? Share this post so they don't miss the deadline.

Questions? Contact my office at [email protected].

Apply here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=mgXluvB210mZlnLf6V1pxxhjcXl6BFdGr6KEhcxbi2JURDcwR0k2MkY0Q1lVN05VS1g3MzIzSzgwUy4u&route=shorturl

10/15/2026

At 26 years old, breast cancer changed the course of my life.

On October 1st, the first day of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I joined the American Cancer Society to talk about the remarkable progress we've made through earlier detection and better treatments, as well as the barriers that still stand between patients and the care they need.

Scientific progress only saves lives if people have access to healthcare. Mammograms, genetic testing, treatment, and preventive care don't help someone who can't afford them or can't get to a provider. And federal healthcare funding cuts under H.R. 1 threaten to make those barriers even greater for people who rely on Medicaid for coverage.

For me, Breast Cancer Awareness Month is about both: continuing the research that leads to better treatment and protecting access to the healthcare that can save lives.

Thank you to the American Cancer Society and to the researchers, providers, advocates, and survivors continuing this work.

10/14/2026

King County Councilmember Steffanie Fain joins us for lunch on October 15, and you can too! As a longtime South King County resident, Councilmember Fain’s work on the Council is focused on practical, results-driven solutions—ensuring affordability, public safety, housing stability, and reliable access to essential services—through transparent, accountable government, and strong partnerships with cities and community organizations.

RSVP here: https://www.ismyrotaryclub.org/RSVP/Index.cfm?EventID=77957222

10/06/2026

More reliable buses. Better east-west connections. More options in places without frequent fixed-route service.

Those were some of the priorities we heard directly from residents at our South King County Transportation Forum in Kent.

We covered a lot of ground with Dana Ralph, Kent Mayor , Metro General Manager Michelle Allison, and Sound Transit’s Michael Padilla Ocampo: from transit safety and coordination with local law enforcement to the South Link service restructure, and the upcoming RapidRide I Line connecting Renton, Kent, and Auburn. We also talked about how Kent will be putting new transportation funding to work locally and where gaps remain in our transit network.

Residents raised specific needs: stronger east-west connections, more frequent and reliable service, and options like Metro Flex and DART for communities that aren't currently well served by traditional bus routes.

Thank you to everyone who joined us! I’ll be hosting more forums across District 5 so residents can hear directly from our transportation leaders and help shape what comes next.

10/02/2026

Do you work for, or know of, an organization serving District 5 residents?

Applications are now open for my office’s 2027 Councilmanic Grants.

These grants are an opportunity to put County funding directly into local organizations and projects serving our communities. If your organization has a project that could benefit from funding, take a look and apply by October 19.

If you know a nonprofit, community group, or local organization that should know about this opportunity, please share this post or send our grant application their way.

Questions about which grant might be the right fit? Contact my office at [email protected].

📅 Applications are due October 19.

Apply Here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=mgXluvB210mZlnLf6V1pxxhjcXl6BFdGr6KEhcxbi2JURDcwR0k2MkY0Q1lVN05VS1g3MzIzSzgwUy4u&route=shorturl

10/01/2026

After last winter’s flooding, I’m especially grateful to Mayor Dana Ralph and the City of Kent Public Works team for their year-round efforts to prepare Kent for flood season.

There’s more work ahead, and continued coordination between Kent, the Flood District, King County, and our federal partners will be critical to protecting communities along the Green River.

As flood season begins, now is also a good time to sign up for King County Flood Alerts so you know when conditions change: https://green2.kingcounty.gov/floodalertsystem/

09/25/2026

This week, Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer and I welcomed Sung Gil Chang, the new Consul General of the Republic of Korea in Seattle, with a proclamation recognizing his new role and the nearly 50,000 Korean Americans who call King County home.

Consul General Chang brings extensive international trade experience, and I appreciated hearing his priorities for strengthening economic and cultural ties, including his call for more business-friendly policies that support immigrant entrepreneurs and small businesses.

And on a personal note, it was especially meaningful to have my mom join us for the reception and share some of our Korean culture with my colleagues.

Welcome to the Pacific Northwest, Consul General Chang!

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