City council position 7

I'm a proud resident of Sammamish of over 30 years, serving as both a dedicated community volunteer and your current Mayor. I'm running for re-election to continue the progress we've made—expanding affordable housing, advancing our climate action and urban forestry plans, and improving transportation options.

Public safety, emergency preparedness, and long-term financial stability remain top priorities. I want Sammamish to be a safe, beautiful, and inclusive place where teachers, first responders, families, and retirees can live and thrive.

We must invest in smart transportation—walkable neighborhoods, bike-friendly streets, and reliable public transit—to connect people to jobs, schools, parks, and essential services. Success means delivering on our 2025 work plan and keeping the community informed every step of the way.

Together, we can build a sustainable future for Sammamish!

Help me continue to:

• Champion parks and natural habitat 
• Provide safe roads, sidewalks, bike paths + enhanced public transit options
• Broaden regional outreach to support our interests 
• Leverage my experience in youth advocacy to serve our youngest community members 
• Utilize my business background to ensure prudent and transparent  management of funds
• Enable new revenue options
• Champion a Senior/Community Center 
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusivity

Let's press ahead with common sense initiatives to ensure that our community is the home we're proud to leave the next generation.

Let's connect: karen@electkarenhowe.com

I'm a mom with two great kids + new son-in-law and a fabulous (and supportive!) husband, Phil. I've lived here for over 30 years and have a deep connection to the community that's only achieved by living and volunteering here for decades.

BUSINESS SKILLS: I'm known as a skilled business manager; an innovative marketing & business development pro with a track record of forging successful partnerships and instilling tight operational & fiscal controls.

I was a director within Microsoft Research, a VP at AOL, and CEO of a Technicolor subsidiary. I've expertly managed multi-million dollar budgets and my various leadership roles have given me leadership, management, profit & loss experience and the ability to build consensus between disparate groups.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/karennhowe/

ENDORSED by State Representatives Roger Goodman & Janice Zahn, King County Councilmember Sara Perry, LWSD Board Member Lindsey Yokum and more to come

I am committed to running a campaign based on integrity, inclusivity, and accountability. I pledge to:

• Lead with honesty by providing transparent and accurate information.
• Respect all voices and foster a welcoming, diverse community.
• Remain accountable to the people, rejecting corporate PAC contributions.
• Champion equity through policies that promote fairness and opportunity.
• Protect our environment by supporting sustainable initiatives.

This campaign is about building a stronger, more inclusive future for all. Together, we can make a difference.