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King County Council Set For Historic Appointment Of Black Woman

King County Executive Girmay Zahilay has transmitted the names of three nominees to fill the vacant District 2 seat on the King County Council, a position he vacated on Nov. 25 when he was sworn in as Executive. The nominees are District 2 residents Nimco Bulale, Cherryl Jackson-Williams and Rhonda Lewis. Each brings a long-standing record of service to families, youth, small businesses and neighborhoods throughout the district. Zahilay said their experience reflects the deep community roots he prioritized in selecting candidates. All three nominees are Black women. The person selected will become the first Black woman ever to serve on the King County Council. The appointment will also result in the first majority-woman Council in the county’s history.
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