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Seattle democracy vouchers for 2025 election cycle
May 23, 2025 is Last day candidates can pledge to join the Democracy Voucher Program.
August 5, 2025 is Primary Election Day
November 4, 2025 is General Election Day
You likely received your Seattle Democracy Vouchers for the 2025 Election Cycle in the mail.
Review the printed instructions that came with your four $25 vouchers. ($100 total.)
You can give one or more of your vouchers to a candidate participating in the program.
You can submit your vouchers via the online-portal or by mailing the printed voucher.
https://www.seattle.gov/democracyvoucher/online-portal
Democracy Voucher Homepage
https://www.seattle.gov/democracyvoucher
Frequently Asked Questions
https://www.seattle.gov/democracyvoucher/i-am-a-seattle-resident
Here is the candidate timeline for the Seattle 2025 election cycle
https://www.seattle.gov/democracyvoucher/i-am-a-candidate/candidate-timeline
All participating candidates will be listed online by May 23, 2025
https://www.seattle.gov/democracyvoucher/i-am-a-seattle-resident/participating-candidates
Candidates appreciate getting vouchers early so they can plan their campaign budgets.
August 5, 2025 is Primary Election Day
November 4, 2025 is General Election Day
You likely received your Seattle Democracy Vouchers for the 2025 Election Cycle in the mail.
Review the printed instructions that came with your four $25 vouchers. ($100 total.)
You can give one or more of your vouchers to a candidate participating in the program.
You can submit your vouchers via the online-portal or by mailing the printed voucher.
https://www.seattle.gov/democracyvoucher/online-portal
Democracy Voucher Homepage
https://www.seattle.gov/democracyvoucher
Frequently Asked Questions
https://www.seattle.gov/democracyvoucher/i-am-a-seattle-resident
Here is the candidate timeline for the Seattle 2025 election cycle
https://www.seattle.gov/democracyvoucher/i-am-a-candidate/candidate-timeline
All participating candidates will be listed online by May 23, 2025
https://www.seattle.gov/democracyvoucher/i-am-a-seattle-resident/participating-candidates
Candidates appreciate getting vouchers early so they can plan their campaign budgets.
2/28/2025
Disaster Prep Webinar by Ann Forrest -- 7 Sessions
(All class documents and links are uploaded.)
Class overview is HERE.
All class documents & YouTube Videos are linked HERE (Updated weekly)
Additional Resources are linked at LinkTree (added 2/5/2025)
Class #6 Handout is online.
Class #7 Handout is online.
Class #7 Video is online on YouTube Channel
Disaster Prep Webinar by Ann Forrest -- 7 Sessions
(All class documents and links are uploaded.)
Class overview is HERE.
All class documents & YouTube Videos are linked HERE (Updated weekly)
Additional Resources are linked at LinkTree (added 2/5/2025)
Class #6 Handout is online.
Class #7 Handout is online.
Class #7 Video is online on YouTube Channel
DISASTER PREP CLASSES - JAN-FEB 2025 posted 12-14-2024
Disaster Prep Webinars will be
shown on Craft Room TV @ 7PM.
Jan 8,15,22,29 & Feb 5,19,16
If you prefer, you can sign up and watch webinars at home.
shown on Craft Room TV @ 7PM.
Jan 8,15,22,29 & Feb 5,19,16
If you prefer, you can sign up and watch webinars at home.
Ann Forrest <[email protected]>, <[email protected]>
is offering Online Disaster Prep classes - Jan-Feb 2025
Sign up here: https://signup.com/go/eUgKYTP
> https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/1012045816068/false#/invitation
Disaster Preparedness classes
Wednesday evenings from 7pm to 7:30pm
Jan 8 - Seattle's hazards and why we prepare.
Jan 15 - Prepping for a long power outage
Jan 22 - Drinking water is super important in disasters - UPDATED GUIDANCE
Jan 29 - Managing utilities after a disaster - and - Sanitation
Feb 5 - Communicating after a quake - and - Making a "Get Home" bag
Feb 12 - NO CLASS (we all get a break...)
Feb 19 - Making a Plan - and - Early earthquake warning systems
Feb 26 - Organized Communities: Seattle's Emergency Hubs
- Signing up just once will get you on the list to receive handouts and attend all classes.
- The Zoom link will be the same for ALL classes.
Mark your calendar for every Wednesday night 7pm between
January 8th and February 26th (minus Feb 12th)
If you have to miss a session, no worries.
Classes are recorded and a link to the YouTube video is sent out a day or so after class.
DISASTER PREP RESOURCES Posted 12/14/2024
Disaster Prep Resources:
Emergency Hubs
Seattle Hub leader Ann Forrest introduces Hub System to San Jose volunteers
https://seattleemergencyhubs.org/
http://westseattlebeprepared.org/
TheGardensGazette.org
READY.GOV https://www.ready.gov/plan
AARP PDF Emergency Prep Guide
CDC: Creating and Storing an Emergency Water Supply
CDC: Making Water Safe in an Emergency
Emergency Hubs
Seattle Hub leader Ann Forrest introduces Hub System to San Jose volunteers
https://seattleemergencyhubs.org/
http://westseattlebeprepared.org/
TheGardensGazette.org
- Search 'disaster' https://www.thegardensgazette.org/apps/search?q=disaster
- Search 'emergency' https://www.thegardensgazette.org/apps/search?q=emergency
- 2024 Classes https://www.thegardensgazette.org/disaster-prep-classes.html
- View Emergency Checklists on Google Drive https://tinyurl.com/agrc-check-lists
- First Aid Kits: are available in A,C,D Building Sunrooms for Emergencies.
READY.GOV https://www.ready.gov/plan
AARP PDF Emergency Prep Guide
CDC: Creating and Storing an Emergency Water Supply
CDC: Making Water Safe in an Emergency
Posted 1/3/2025
King County Metro's Neighborhood Pop-Up:
In-Person Neighborhood Pop-Up EVENT
When: Wed Feb 19, 2025 1pm – 3pm (PST)
Where: 9200 2nd Ave SW Seattle WA 98106 - B Community Room
In-Person Neighborhood Pop-Up EVENT
When: Wed Feb 19, 2025 1pm – 3pm (PST)
Where: 9200 2nd Ave SW Seattle WA 98106 - B Community Room
King County Metro Neighborhood Pop-up brings Metro information,
ORCA card services and more to customers throughout King County.
- During an in-person pop-up event, our Metro team will:
- Provide assistance with:
- Getting a new Adult ORCA Card.
- Getting a new Senior & Disabled Regional Reduced Fare Permit.
- Replace lost or damaged cards.
- Adding fare products and value to existing ORCA cards.
- Provide guidance on how to best use an ORCA card.
- Answer questions about the regional transit system.
- Provide information about new Metro services.
- Listen to feedback and share it with Metro planners.
- Partner with community organizations to bring additional services to you.
Posted 12/31/2024
Scam alert from King County Sheriff's Office
There has been a large volume of fraudulent calls that are allegedly coming from the Sheriff’s Department saying there is a warrant out for your arrest for not showing up for Jury Duty. Another tactic is that they say they are a sheriff’s deputy working in association with the Social Security Office, or they are calling about nonpayment of back taxes. These are all SCAMs!
The Sheriff's Office does not solicit for funds over the phone under any circumstances!
Additional information is on Normandy Park Blog
Scam alert from King County Sheriff's Office
There has been a large volume of fraudulent calls that are allegedly coming from the Sheriff’s Department saying there is a warrant out for your arrest for not showing up for Jury Duty. Another tactic is that they say they are a sheriff’s deputy working in association with the Social Security Office, or they are calling about nonpayment of back taxes. These are all SCAMs!
The Sheriff's Office does not solicit for funds over the phone under any circumstances!
Additional information is on Normandy Park Blog
Posted 11-28-2024
Past AGRC Meetings & Events: Video, Audio, & Minutes
A notebook with meeting minutes is in the B Craft Room
A notebook with meeting minutes is in the B Craft Room
Updated 10-13-2024
Posted 9/29/2024
Order Your 4 Free At-home COVID-19 Tests
Every U.S. household is eligible to order 4 free at-home tests.
https://covidtests.gov/
Test Kit expiration dates have been extended.
Check here
Every U.S. household is eligible to order 4 free at-home tests.
https://covidtests.gov/
Test Kit expiration dates have been extended.
Check here
Posted 8-12-2024
Seattle Age-Friendly Discount Program
> Discount Directory
Community Living Connections for ageing & disability issues
> 1-844-348-5464
Seattle Age-Friendly Discount Program
> Discount Directory
Community Living Connections for ageing & disability issues
> 1-844-348-5464
AG building emergency after hours: 206-755-1325 (Building emergencies)
If you see graffiti on Arrowhead Gardens property, report it to the office.
Dial 9-1-1 when you need immediate emergency help or to report a crime in progress.
When you don't need an officer: SPD Online Crime Reporting
Property crimes such as graffiti and broken windows,
and other crimes such as identity theft and fraud.
Or call Seattle Non-Emergency Number: 206-625-5011
When your report an incident to SPD, get the incident number for future reference.
Dial 9-8-8 For a mental health crisis or visit: wa988.org and 988lifeline.org
Text HOME to 7471741 to connect with a crisis counselor.
For other community human resources, dial 2-1-1 or find resources online
Dial 1-800-222-1222 for poison control or visit: poison.org
Load App on your smartphone: Apple or Android
Crime Watch
King County Respiratory virus data dashboards: COVID-19, Influenza, and RSV
Subscribe to AlertSeattle and Smart911 | King County Alerts
Check for hazards | Hazard Explorer | Seattle Power Out Map | National Weather Service
Emergency Hubs Map | Emergency Prep One / Two | Community Resources
Report Illegal Dumping | Find It, Fix It |
Request Seattle Service | Check Service Status |
Seattle Customer Service Bureau: Report Problems to the City Online
If you see graffiti on Arrowhead Gardens property, report it to the office.
Dial 9-1-1 when you need immediate emergency help or to report a crime in progress.
When you don't need an officer: SPD Online Crime Reporting
Property crimes such as graffiti and broken windows,
and other crimes such as identity theft and fraud.
Or call Seattle Non-Emergency Number: 206-625-5011
When your report an incident to SPD, get the incident number for future reference.
Dial 9-8-8 For a mental health crisis or visit: wa988.org and 988lifeline.org
Text HOME to 7471741 to connect with a crisis counselor.
For other community human resources, dial 2-1-1 or find resources online
Dial 1-800-222-1222 for poison control or visit: poison.org
Load App on your smartphone: Apple or Android
Crime Watch
King County Respiratory virus data dashboards: COVID-19, Influenza, and RSV
Subscribe to AlertSeattle and Smart911 | King County Alerts
Check for hazards | Hazard Explorer | Seattle Power Out Map | National Weather Service
Emergency Hubs Map | Emergency Prep One / Two | Community Resources
Report Illegal Dumping | Find It, Fix It |
Request Seattle Service | Check Service Status |
Seattle Customer Service Bureau: Report Problems to the City Online
Air Quality reports online, go to Resources > Health Blog > Air Quality
- Arrowhead Gardens: Plan for Power Outage
- Maximum Wind Gust Forecast for Seattle-Puget Sound
- Puget Sound Energy: Power Outage Map | X/Twitter
- Seattle City Light: Power Outage Map | Report 206-684-3000 | Twitter: @SEACityLight
- Alerts: Alert Seattle | Twitter: @AlertSeattle | King County Alerts
- Recent Earthquakes: USGS / PNSN
Text the word SEATTLE to 67283 to instantly receive text message alerts from AlertSeattle
- Power, sewer, water, drainage: (206) 684-3000
- Blockage below street surface: (206) 386-1800
- Fallen trees: (206) 386-1218
- Roadway obstructions: (206) 386-1218
- Traffic signal problems: (206) 386-1206
- Landslides: (206) 684-8950
- Electrical outage hotline: (206) 684-7400
- Temporary shelter: (800) 621-4636
- King County Damage Report Hotline: (800) 523-5044
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