Dear Neighbor:

Thank you for taking the time to read my e-Newsletter. I have learned a lot by traveling around King County and listening to constituents on a wide range of topics. June brought several exciting events to our region as well as two Town Hall Meetings.

The first Town Hall addressed rising crime in unincorporated King County, and the second was with King County Assessor Lloyd Hara to discuss property taxes.

Orion Aerospace Groundbreaking
June 6th, 2013
I spoke about the importance of the Aerospace industry in producing new jobs in our region. Orion Aerospace is opening a new facility in Auburn and will be adding 100 new, well-paying jobs to the region over the next year.

24th Annual Flag Day Celebration         
June 8th, 2013
For this year’s Flag Day Celebration at the King County Weyerhaeuser Aquatic Center, I was pleased to welcome General Peter W. Chiarelli, USA (ret). General Chiarelli was a four star General and served as commander of Multi National forces in Iraq, and is a leading advocate for research and treatment of TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) and PTS (Post Traumatic Stress).

In my remarks honoring our flag, I noted:
“Freedom isn’t free. Our flag represents our gift of freedom and justice to ourselves and to the world. When we honor the America flag, we honor all those who serve her at home and abroad. It is important to embrace the liberties and pride we have as Americans.”

Neighborhood Watch Town Hall
June 10th, 2012
As a result of rising neighborhood crime, I invited the Sheriff to a Town Hall on crime. In addition to Sheriff Urquhart, front line officers also attended to listen to questions from over 125 residents.

Good Eggs                        
June 12th, 2013
I welcomed Washington State Secretary of State Kim Wyman and more than 20 community leaders in business, government and education to the Good Eggs Breakfast.

Assessor Town Hall 
June 18th, 2013
Nearly 100 residents attended a Town Hall Meeting I hosted with King County Assessor Lloyd Hara. Meetings like this one serve to bring constituents closer to their elected officials, and as an opportunity to get answers to the questions people care about.

MATE International ROV Championship
June 20th, 2013
I welcomed more than 1,000 people to the MATE ROV Championships at the Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center. These events inspire young children to take an interest in math & science, and also have a positive impact on our local economy by bringing thousands of visitors to our region.

It has always been my top priority to be responsive to the needs and concerns of the constituents I serve. I encourage you to contact my office at (206) 296-1007 or email me at pete.vonreichbauer@kingcounty.gov if you have any questions, comments or concerns. Also, please visit my Facebook Fan page for updates about my activities at the King County Council.

As we enter July, I would like to wish each of you a happy and safe Independence Day!

With Best Wishes,

Pete von Reichbauer
King County Councilmember
July 1, 2013