2024 News

July 24, 2024
Barón issues statement on youth jail vote
King County Councilmember Jorge L. Barón on Wednesday released a statement after the Law & Justice Committee advanced without a recommendation a motion regarding the Council’s position on the Executive’s Care and Closure initiative regarding the Patricia H. Clark Children and Family Justice Center.

July 17, 2024
Community organizations serving District 4 awarded $180k in grants in latest county supplemental budget
"I am inspired by the quality work happening each day in our community. Every one of these organizations is working to eliminate inequity, create opportunities, and foster the well-being of residents. These investments will connect seniors and unhoused neighbors to resources, grow access to athletics for young people and adults in areas where they’ve not been historically welcomed such as in aquatics and skateboarding, and ensure that people will see themselves reflected through the arts..."

June 4, 2024
Barón awards Martin Luther King Jr. Medal of Distinguished Service to Jeanne Kohl-Welles
“When I think of distinguished service, no one personifies that more than Jeanne Kohl-Welles. Jeanne’s work has highlighted how public policies that advance social justice, eliminate inequity, and create opportunities can transform our society. She consistently gives her time and energy to the betterment of our community, and we will continue to benefit from her efforts for years to come.”