County
Metropolitan King County Council
District 8
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: The nine-member Metropolitan King County Council, elected by district, adopts King County's budget and laws and sets county tax rates and land-use policy.
Public safety
Teresa MosquedaNo party listed
- Supports treating gun and youth violence as public health crises.
Nick DudaNo party listed
- Proposes stabilization centers and fixing jail medical intake.
- Supports aggressive enforcement against pimps and drug dealers.
Housing
Teresa MosquedaNo party listed
- Pledges to expand affordable housing and prevent displacement.
- Supports more workforce housing across District 8.
Nick DudaNo party listed
- Proposes faster permitting and fewer barriers to new construction.
- Supports much more housing near major light rail stations.
Economy & jobs
Teresa MosquedaNo party listed
- Supports investing in job training and union apprenticeships.
Nick DudaNo party listed
- Proposes a 90-day permit target for advanced manufacturing projects.
Roads & infrastructure
Teresa MosquedaNo party listed
- Supports a county transportation benefit district for road repairs.
Nick DudaNo party listed
- Supports Link fare gates alongside expanded reduced fares.
Health & human services
Teresa MosquedaNo party listed
- Supports more funding for the county public health department.
- Supports expanding child care through workforce pay and pipelines.
Nick DudaNo party listed
- Supports treatment-required paths off the street for addiction.
Government & transparency
Teresa MosquedaNo party listed
No documented position found.
Nick DudaNo party listed
- Supports stronger audits and contract oversight of county programs.
Challengers are listed first and incumbents last; otherwise candidates appear in ballot order. The Gist does not rank, rate or endorse candidates. Only positions backed by a cited source are shown; 6 issues covered in this race.