Constantine nominates 3 candidates for King County Council

King County Executive Dow Constantine has nominated three experienced politicians—Karen Keiser, Julia Patterson, and De’Sean Quinn—to fill the vacant District 5 seat on the King County Council following Dave Upthegrove's resignation. The nominees bring a wealth of political experience, with the County Council expected to make a decision within 60 days. This appointment is critical as it will shape representation in parts of Kent, Tukwila, Renton, and surrounding areas until the next general election.

Process begins to replace Upthegrove on King County Council

The King County Council is set to begin the process of appointing a replacement for Dave Upthegrove, who resigned to assume his new role as state lands commissioner. King County Executive Dow Constantine will nominate three candidates for the council to consider, with a decision expected within 60 days of the vacancy. The appointment will fill Upthegrove's District 5 seat, which includes parts of Kent, Tukwila, Renton, and other nearby cities.