City council stalls improvements for Big Rock Park South
The motion to add improvements to the park failed 5-2.
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Many Sammamish residents expected to pay millionaires’ tax
Starting in 2028, households with incomes over $1 million will pay a 9.9% state income tax.
Voters bring change to Sammamish City Council with three new members
Former Councilmember Ramiro Valderrama provides insight into the 2025 elections.
As housing prices rise, Sammamish attempts to address affordable housing
Under new laws, Sammamish is required to build 2,100 affordable housing units by 2044.
In forum, council candidates disagree over topics of affordable housing and town center development
The forum’s topics revealed the divergence of political views among the candidates.
Eastlake High School library moved to parking lot during renovation
The library has temporarily moved to a portable in the campus parking lot.
Incumbent Mayor Howe focused on housing and communication in bid for second term
She is running for city council position #7.
Yang prioritizes housing, community, and transit in bid for council seat
He is running for city council position #5.
Overcrowded yet shrinking: ISD and LWSD face cuts
Both districts are projected to lose enrollment over the next six years.
2025 Sammamish City Council election candidate statements
2025 City Council election candidates provided statements on why they are running and why they believe they are a good fit.