Maya Vengadasalam

Subject: With Gratitude, District 7
Date: November 5, 2025

Dear Friends,

After months of walking neighborhoods, listening deeply, and sharing stories across Kent, Auburn, Federal Way, Algona, Pacific, Milton, and our unincorporated communities, the results are in and I have emailed Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer to concede and thank him for his years of service to District 7.

This campaign was not about chasing a title or a paycheck. It was about showing up, building trust, and making space for voices that too often go unheard. At community events, on doorsteps, while walking, and in living rooms, I met neighbors whose stories moved me, challenged me, and reminded me why local leadership matters. I hope my responses reflected the care and respect I expect from my own elected officials.

Some of the most powerful stories I heard came from Federal Way and our unincorporated communities—stories of perseverance, creativity, and quiet leadership. Those stories will forever stay with me. And in whatever capacity my future brings, I hope to keep bringing more of them to light.

I’m especially grateful to my small but mighty team of volunteers who powered this campaign with passion, vigor, and a commitment to running a clean and transparent race.Together, we ran a true nonpartisan campaign—no endorsements from politicians or parties, no money from special interests, no fundraisers, and no negative campaigning. Just a small budget, a big vision, and a deep commitment to the people of District 7. A special thank you to my family for funding much of this campaign and letting me take a chance. I know my husband is now relieved!

In the coming weeks, I will be presenting twice at a conference, exploring new job opportunities, catching up on household tasks, and soaking up time with our grandson. But I will also stay engaged by listening, learning, and continuing to share the stories that connect us.

Thank you for walking alongside me throughout this campaign. I am proud of the campaign we built together, and I am excited for what comes next.

With gratitude and resolve,
- Maya Vengadasalam 🧡⚘️

Happy Election Day! If you still have your ballot, you have until 8 PM to drop it off at any official box in Kent, Auburn, Federal Way, Pacific, or nearby neighborhoods.

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Through the last six months, as I’ve listened, walked, and shown up whenever invited, I have heard a strong desire for new solutions. This election is about economic opportunities, better transit, safer communities, and leadership that listens. Thank you for your trust and your engagement as I have worked hard to earn your vote.

🧡 Maya

🌟 For the last 33 years, I have treasured being part of this vibrant community where we live, laugh, and grow together. From the start, my campaign has prioritized putting my experience to work to honestly address the challenges – and untapped opportunities – we have. I am ready to roll up my sleeves and put my ideas and energy to work for South King County. I would be honored to earn your vote for District 7 of King County Council.

I’ve built deep roots in this community, and those roots mean real relationships and people-focused results. My campaign isn’t focused on special interests or large corporations; it’s focused on you. Every door knocked, every community forum, every conversation is an opportunity to put our community’s needs first, to build a movement for the change we need in District 7. I hope to earn your vote so we can continue to listen to each other, learn from each other, and lead into the future.

Affordable housing is in crisis in Western Washington, which faces some of the highest construction costs in the country. But it is especially felt in South King County, where our communities are facing the impacts of fragmented housing programs and policies. It is critically important that we move beyond these failed approaches. As your King County Councilmember, I pledge to work with partners to:

✔ Pursue new cost-effective innovations like manufactured homes, modular construction, and adaptive reuse of underutilized land and buildings.
✔ Commit to a proactive regional and centralized approach to zoning reform.
✔ Repurpose surplus government/county-owned land for affordable housing development.
✔ Encourage new developments that include both affordable and market-rate units through incentives and partnerships.

When we work together, we can create housing that reflects the real needs of our communities—housing for teachers, first responders, caregivers, and working families who deserve to live where they serve.

I hope to earn your vote to bring fresh perspective, leadership, and accountability to our housing policies and move beyond the status quo.

Today's the last day to register to vote online. Did you know that only 27% of registered voters in District 7 voted in the primary? Let's get everyone's voice from our communities engaged in this election to move South King County forward. It's easy to register, just go to https://www.sos.wa.gov/elections/voters/voter-registration/register-vote-washington .