Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda
@cmtmosqueda.bsky.social
🏛️ King County Council, District 8
💪 Proudly pro-worker and pro-union
🏡🩺 Advocate for affordable housing & healthcare
😂 Pun enthusiast
💪 Proudly pro-worker and pro-union
🏡🩺 Advocate for affordable housing & healthcare
😂 Pun enthusiast
Gov. Ferguson is urging people whose homes were damaged during December’s flooding to apply for Household Needs Grants through a partnership with the Salvation Army. Visit SAHelp.org and enter your zip code to start applying. In-person assistance is available at Disaster Assistance Centers (DACs).
January 5, 2026 at 6:25 PM
Gov. Ferguson is urging people whose homes were damaged during December’s flooding to apply for Household Needs Grants through a partnership with the Salvation Army. Visit SAHelp.org and enter your zip code to start applying. In-person assistance is available at Disaster Assistance Centers (DACs).
Residents and businesses east of the Green River in the Orillia area in Tukwila, Renton, and Kent are under a GO NOW evacuation notice due to flash flooding. Seek shelter on higher ground at the sites referenced in the images here.
December 15, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Residents and businesses east of the Green River in the Orillia area in Tukwila, Renton, and Kent are under a GO NOW evacuation notice due to flash flooding. Seek shelter on higher ground at the sites referenced in the images here.
King County is experiencing record flooding! If you are able, our neighbors could use everyone’s help.
December 11, 2025 at 8:07 PM
King County is experiencing record flooding! If you are able, our neighbors could use everyone’s help.
Congratulations to my newest colleague on Council, Councilmember Rhonda Lewis, District 2. With her appointment as the first African American Woman, King County Council for the first time is majority women Councilmembers. Welcome Rhonda!
December 10, 2025 at 1:17 AM
Congratulations to my newest colleague on Council, Councilmember Rhonda Lewis, District 2. With her appointment as the first African American Woman, King County Council for the first time is majority women Councilmembers. Welcome Rhonda!
It’s official! With today’s Council vote, I am a member of the Sound Transit Board of Directors! Big thanks, again, to @girmayzahilay.bsky.social!
December 9, 2025 at 11:23 PM
It’s official! With today’s Council vote, I am a member of the Sound Transit Board of Directors! Big thanks, again, to @girmayzahilay.bsky.social!
“The state panel found that the majority of the deaths — more than 80% of them — could have been prevented by better access to health care, more culturally competent care, or by support such as home visits, doula care, or help with housing and food.”
www.kuow.org/stories/preg...
www.kuow.org/stories/preg...
Pregnancy-related deaths are increasing in Washington state. Most could be prevented
Maternal deaths in Washington state rose in 2021 and 2022 compared to previous years, according to a report released by the state health department Monday.
www.kuow.org
December 9, 2025 at 10:49 PM
“The state panel found that the majority of the deaths — more than 80% of them — could have been prevented by better access to health care, more culturally competent care, or by support such as home visits, doula care, or help with housing and food.”
www.kuow.org/stories/preg...
www.kuow.org/stories/preg...
King County, Seattle, KCRHA, & our local providers will continue to stand together & fight federal cuts to our housing system. Thank you to our providers for working for our most vulnerable residents, & to @atg.wa.gov & @girmayzahilay.bsky.social for your leadership challenging these inhumane cuts!
King County prepares to fight Trump's plan to strip homelessness funding
King County receives about $65 million annually in federal homelessness funding and spends more than 90% on permanent housing programs, which are in jeopardy.
www.seattletimes.com
December 9, 2025 at 7:27 PM
King County, Seattle, KCRHA, & our local providers will continue to stand together & fight federal cuts to our housing system. Thank you to our providers for working for our most vulnerable residents, & to @atg.wa.gov & @girmayzahilay.bsky.social for your leadership challenging these inhumane cuts!
I'm proud of the work my team and I did to pass a law banning the use of algorithmic pricing software for landlords in unincorporated King County, and I will continue to advocate for others to do the same! mynorthwest.com/local/jesse-...
December 8, 2025 at 11:25 PM
I'm proud of the work my team and I did to pass a law banning the use of algorithmic pricing software for landlords in unincorporated King County, and I will continue to advocate for others to do the same! mynorthwest.com/local/jesse-...
Reposted by Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda
⚠️ FLOOD WATCH: Dec 8–12 ⚠️
A Flood Watch remains in effect for King County from tonight through Friday afternoon.
Get flood preparedness info + sign up for flood alerts:
👉 kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/flood-resour...
Download the free Flood Warning App:
📱 flood.kingcounty.gov
#befloodready
A Flood Watch remains in effect for King County from tonight through Friday afternoon.
Get flood preparedness info + sign up for flood alerts:
👉 kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/flood-resour...
Download the free Flood Warning App:
📱 flood.kingcounty.gov
#befloodready
December 7, 2025 at 8:15 PM
⚠️ FLOOD WATCH: Dec 8–12 ⚠️
A Flood Watch remains in effect for King County from tonight through Friday afternoon.
Get flood preparedness info + sign up for flood alerts:
👉 kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/flood-resour...
Download the free Flood Warning App:
📱 flood.kingcounty.gov
#befloodready
A Flood Watch remains in effect for King County from tonight through Friday afternoon.
Get flood preparedness info + sign up for flood alerts:
👉 kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/flood-resour...
Download the free Flood Warning App:
📱 flood.kingcounty.gov
#befloodready
Thanks for chatting with me, West Seattle Blog! I can’t wait to advocate for our community in this important role! Full article: westseattleblog.com/2025/12/ligh...
December 5, 2025 at 12:04 AM
Thanks for chatting with me, West Seattle Blog! I can’t wait to advocate for our community in this important role! Full article: westseattleblog.com/2025/12/ligh...
So thrilled to be nominated! Let's do this @girmayzahilay.bsky.social!
Today I announced my nominees for the Sound Transit Board as our region enters a major phase for light rail expansion. My goal with this slate is to strengthen regional collaboration and deliver the reliable transit we all need as Sound Transit enters this critical phase.
December 4, 2025 at 8:34 PM
So thrilled to be nominated! Let's do this @girmayzahilay.bsky.social!
Thanks so much to @girmayzahilay.bsky.social for nominating me to the Sound Transit Board! Very excited to work together to advance transit goals across the region!
December 4, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Thanks so much to @girmayzahilay.bsky.social for nominating me to the Sound Transit Board! Very excited to work together to advance transit goals across the region!
"Teresa Mosqueda said permanent supportive housing has long been the foundation of the local homelessness response. 'This lawsuit is what leadership looks like given our community and the supportive housing system we’ve spent years building is under direct threat,' Mosqueda said."
King County joins national lawsuit challenging Trump administration housing restrictions - The B-Town (Burien) Blog
King County this week joined a coalition of local governments and nonprofit organizations in a federal lawsuit challenging what it describes as unlawful restrictions placed by the Trump administration...
b-townblog.com
December 3, 2025 at 10:43 PM
"Teresa Mosqueda said permanent supportive housing has long been the foundation of the local homelessness response. 'This lawsuit is what leadership looks like given our community and the supportive housing system we’ve spent years building is under direct threat,' Mosqueda said."
Explainer video from KC Dept. of Local Services on how best to obtain a permit if your property in unincorporated KC is damaged by storm, fire, earthquakes, or other natural disasters! youtube.com/watch?v=Z4keZDc2zs4
King County Permitting: Property damage in unincorporated King County
YouTube video by King County Department of Local Services
youtube.com
December 3, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Explainer video from KC Dept. of Local Services on how best to obtain a permit if your property in unincorporated KC is damaged by storm, fire, earthquakes, or other natural disasters! youtube.com/watch?v=Z4keZDc2zs4
We’re going to court again — this time, fighting to preserve much-needed housing & homelessness capital and services. Learn more: komonews.com/news/local/k...
December 3, 2025 at 8:29 PM
We’re going to court again — this time, fighting to preserve much-needed housing & homelessness capital and services. Learn more: komonews.com/news/local/k...
Reposted by Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda
FVS: Fauntleroy/Vashon/Southworth: Two-boat service starts Dec.8 Read full alert
December 3, 2025 at 11:55 AM
FVS: Fauntleroy/Vashon/Southworth: Two-boat service starts Dec.8 Read full alert
Join King County’s Youth Bill of Rights Task Force to shape the future of youth civic engagement in the County and promote the creation of the first King County Youth Commission! Apply here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
December 1, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Join King County’s Youth Bill of Rights Task Force to shape the future of youth civic engagement in the County and promote the creation of the first King County Youth Commission! Apply here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Reminder! Looking forward to seeing folks TOMORROW, Monday, 11/24, 5:30p at the Youngstown Cultural Arts Center in North Delridge!!
NEW DATE! Learn about plans for light rail to West Seattle & what upcoming Sound Transit Board discussions mean for residents at this Forum w/ @transpochoices.bsky.social, the 34th District Dems, WS Chamber, CM Saka, @kingcounty.gov Exec. Braddock, & @sound-transit.bsky.social CEO Constantine!
November 23, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Reminder! Looking forward to seeing folks TOMORROW, Monday, 11/24, 5:30p at the Youngstown Cultural Arts Center in North Delridge!!
I’m standing with @sbworkersunited.org on strike for living wages, respect and basic dignity in the face of corporate greed and you should too. Until they get a contract, I’m not buying Starbucks coffee! Join me in signing the #NoContractNoCoffee pledge at nocontractnocoffee.org/#pledge!
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November 22, 2025 at 12:26 AM
I’m standing with @sbworkersunited.org on strike for living wages, respect and basic dignity in the face of corporate greed and you should too. Until they get a contract, I’m not buying Starbucks coffee! Join me in signing the #NoContractNoCoffee pledge at nocontractnocoffee.org/#pledge!
ICYMI - I am so pleased to announce some of the investments I was able to secure, with the support of my colleagues and the great leadership of Budget Chair Dembowski! First priority area - Housing & Homelessness!
November 20, 2025 at 9:13 PM
ICYMI - I am so pleased to announce some of the investments I was able to secure, with the support of my colleagues and the great leadership of Budget Chair Dembowski! First priority area - Housing & Homelessness!
I’m proud that my colleagues and I passed a budget that shores up our social safety net in the face of federal threats.
fox13seattle.com/news/king-county-council-passes-budget-proposal
fox13seattle.com/news/king-county-council-passes-budget-proposal
November 19, 2025 at 10:15 PM
I’m proud that my colleagues and I passed a budget that shores up our social safety net in the face of federal threats.
fox13seattle.com/news/king-county-council-passes-budget-proposal
fox13seattle.com/news/king-county-council-passes-budget-proposal
I am thankful to my colleagues for our collective work to ensure this budget serves as a statement of our values, and shows the residents of King County that we have their backs!
Full article: seattletimes.com/seattle-news/politics/king-county-council-passes-20b-budget-that-keeps-trump-in-mind/
Full article: seattletimes.com/seattle-news/politics/king-county-council-passes-20b-budget-that-keeps-trump-in-mind/
November 19, 2025 at 9:01 PM
I am thankful to my colleagues for our collective work to ensure this budget serves as a statement of our values, and shows the residents of King County that we have their backs!
Full article: seattletimes.com/seattle-news/politics/king-county-council-passes-20b-budget-that-keeps-trump-in-mind/
Full article: seattletimes.com/seattle-news/politics/king-county-council-passes-20b-budget-that-keeps-trump-in-mind/
Big thanks to my colleagues for supporting my budget amendment to tee up a Continuum of Care contingency fund! Full press release here: kingcounty.gov/dept/council...
November 19, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Big thanks to my colleagues for supporting my budget amendment to tee up a Continuum of Care contingency fund! Full press release here: kingcounty.gov/dept/council...
Reposted by Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda
NEW DATE! Learn about plans for light rail to West Seattle & what upcoming Sound Transit Board discussions mean for residents at this Forum w/ @transpochoices.bsky.social, the 34th District Dems, WS Chamber, CM Saka, @kingcounty.gov Exec. Braddock, & @sound-transit.bsky.social CEO Constantine!
November 15, 2025 at 8:21 PM
NEW DATE! Learn about plans for light rail to West Seattle & what upcoming Sound Transit Board discussions mean for residents at this Forum w/ @transpochoices.bsky.social, the 34th District Dems, WS Chamber, CM Saka, @kingcounty.gov Exec. Braddock, & @sound-transit.bsky.social CEO Constantine!