2224 235th CT NE, Sammamish, WA 98074, us
eNSURING Sammamish IS a MORE livable city
THAT PROMOTES QUALITY OF LIFE AND WELLBEING FOR ALL RESIDENTS
KAREN HOWE IS THE CANDIDATE FOR A More LIVABLE SAMMAMISh
GOALS & PRIORITIES
I will fight to make Sammamish a community that is safe, beautiful, socially cohesive and inclusive, and environmentally sustainable; with diverse housing linked by convenient public transport, walking and cycling infrastructure to employment, education, public open space, local shops, health and community services, and leisure and cultural opportunities.
- Champion parks and natural habitat by protecting the Parks & Rec budget
- Provide safe roads, sidewalks and bike paths + enhance all public transit options
- Broaden regional outreach to ensure Sammamish resident's interests are represented
- Leverage my experience in youth advocacy to serve our youngest community members
- Utilize my business background to ensure prudent and transparent management of funds
- Bring Participatory Budgeting to Sammamish
It's time to press ahead with common sense initiatives to ensure that our community is the home we're proud to leave the next generation.
SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY
I am president of SammamishFriends.org, a non-profit dedicated to promoting conservation and sustainability efforts in the community. The group generates funds and provides guidance to Sammamish-based volunteer organizations supporting stormwater stewardship, wildlife habitat, heritage gardens, parks & open space plus other sustainability efforts. I’ve fostered partnerships within King County as we work to complete our signature project: a 28-mile trail system. I’m a Certified Wildlife Steward and lead the Climate Action Committee for Indivisible 8.
I serve vulnerable children as a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) for kiddos in foster care, and appointed to the King County Children and Youth Advisory Board and appointed by Governor Jay Inslee to the Prescription Drug Assistance Foundation responsible for getting millions of dollars worth of lifesaving medications for Washington residents.
Other board-level & volunteer roles:
PTSA, Eastside Girls Lacrosse, Cancer Lifeline, Atlas Assistance Dogs, Boys and Girls Club, Friends of Echo Glen, DeerPark HOA
ABOUT
I'm a mom with two great kids and a fabulous (and supportive!) husband, Phil. We've lived here for over 25 years and have a deep connection to the community that can only be achieved by living and volunteering here for decades.
BUSINESS SKILLS: In my professional life I'm known as a skilled manager; an innovative marketing and business development pro with a track record of forging effective partnerships and instilling tight operational and fiscal controls.
I've been a director within Microsoft Research, a VP at AOL, and CEO of subsidiary of Technicolor. I've managed multi-million dollar budgets and
my various leadership roles have given me full profit & loss experience and the ability to build consensus between disparate groups.
Support Karen Howe Now
Your financial support is critical to my campaign. Any dollar amount is most welcome! Even $10 makes a difference!
