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Girmay Zahilay
King County Executive
About the Office
The County Executive is the chief executive officer of the county. The executive is generally given full responsibility for the total operation of all departments in the county.
Term Length
4 years
Election Date
Nov 4, 2025
About Me
Party
Nonpartisan
Occupation
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My Top Issues
Infrastructure / Transportation
To connect communities and drive opportunity, he advocates for frequent, reliable public transit that serves every corner of the county.
Wages / Job Benefits
He will support strong labor standards and good pay, and do everything possible to promote a healthy workforce.
Housing
He believes King County must dramatically increase investments in affordable housing while making it significantly easier for the private sector to build.
Social Services
He is committed to expanding the behavioral health sector to help all our neighbors suffering from addiction and mental illness.
Economy
He will work to attract major employers while nurturing a supportive landscape for small businesses.
Environment / Energy
He is also dedicated to preserving King County’s natural beauty and environmental health, championing clean air, clean water, and accessible green spaces for all.
Criminal Justice / Public Safety
To meet the urgent need for public safety, Girmay supports smart, comprehensive strategies including expanding our region’s first responder systems so they can handle every category of emergency, fixing the county’s struggling criminal justice system, addressing the root causes of crime like poverty and addiction, investing in youth enrichment and intervention programs, and working to eliminate gun violence in every neighborhood.
Economy
Girmay aims to make King County a top destination for talent, business, and investment.
Who I'm Running Against
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