Maya’s Vision
It’s time to break with the status quo to meet the moment.
As our communities change and grow, we must become be more responsive, more transparent, and more inclusive.
Maya’s Priorities For A Thriving County
Over the last several decades, I have worked with countless people and organizations across the Puget Sound region, all seeking to build a strong community for themselves and their families. With this experience, I have identified priorities to get to work strengthening King County.
Make Every Dollar Count in King County.
My unique combination of public service and financial expertise underscores my passionate belief in the importance of promoting financial accountability and transparency. I will ensure every Council decision is data-driven, publicly accessible, and made with community input to build trust and responsible governance. We must have a fresh approach to address the multi-year, multi-million dollar county budget shortfall.
Read Maya’s blog post on the County’s budget shortfall to learn more.
New Approaches to Big Challenges
From housing, to public safety, to accessible treatment options, I will passionately bring my project management and problem solving experience to work for new solutions grounded in our existing resources. I know how to find efficiencies within complex systems, and will always prioritize effective, economically sustainable policies that are sustainable.
Read Maya’s blog posts on her innovative approach to breaking the log jam for affordable housing.
Open The Door to New Leadership
In our ever-changing communities, leadership must stay in close touch with the people’s priorities. When serving on the Kent School Board, I made a pledge to honor term limits and stepped aside for new leadership after two terms. I will never be a career politician, but instead dedicate myself as an Independent Democrat to be honest and confront the status quo when it’s not working for our communities.
Partner With Parents, Strengthen Our Schools
I have seen how public education changes lives and is directly linked to economic opportunities. With my strong community leadership experience, I will support students, families and schools by building partnerships across the region, fostering safe and secure neighborhoods, and ensuring every resident has the same access to high-quality education, essential resources, and lifelong learning opportunities. I’ll continue to champion honesty, educational excellence, and meaningful collaboration between families, nonprofits, and schools.
Read Maya’s blog post on how she champions smarter investments for students.
Hear directly from Maya on issues that matter.
Maya regularly posts videos on Facebook and Instagram on important topics that impact our community. Use these links to hear her priorities, initiatives and more.
About the recent audit of King County’s Department of Community and Human Services:
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About new approaches to solve the affordable housing crisis in District 7.
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King County’s $160M Budget Shortfall Just Triggered a New Tax-Here’s Why It Matters:
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Supporting economic vitality in all neighborhoods of District 7, including unincorporated areas.
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About transportation gaps and how they impact accessibility in neighborhoods around District 7.
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Why Maya is running a nonpartisan campaign, and what it means for her accountability and transparency.
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Read Maya's Op-Ed
Maya is a tireless advocate for our students, families and schools. Read her Op-Ed in the Seattle Times to see how her values are exhibited in her thought leadership.
Maya with long-time community advocate, Mr. Alex Jones
“King County deserves leadership that understands the community’s needs and has the experience to create real change. I invite you to join me in building a stronger, more inclusive King County for all.”