Claudia Balducci
@kccclaudia.bsky.social
King County Councilmember, Sound Transit Board vice chair, Puget Sound Region past president, bus rider, bike rider, wife, and mom. Official account. She/her. https://linktr.ee/KccClaudia
Get ready — I‑90 light rail connects our region on March 28!
January 24, 2026 at 1:29 AM
Get ready — I‑90 light rail connects our region on March 28!
Ever waited for a bus that never showed up? Those are “ghost buses” — unplanned trip cancellations — and thanks to legislation Councilmember Balducci sponsored in 2025, King County Metro now has to report on them. We now have the initial results of that first reporting. 1/4
January 21, 2026 at 1:29 AM
Ever waited for a bus that never showed up? Those are “ghost buses” — unplanned trip cancellations — and thanks to legislation Councilmember Balducci sponsored in 2025, King County Metro now has to report on them. We now have the initial results of that first reporting. 1/4
As the District 6 councilmember on the King County Council, I need to know what’s important to you. Please consider taking a short survey to share your priorities and your ideas about how we can work together to make King County a safe, welcoming place for all.
bit.ly/D6-survey-26
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January 17, 2026 at 8:15 PM
As the District 6 councilmember on the King County Council, I need to know what’s important to you. Please consider taking a short survey to share your priorities and your ideas about how we can work together to make King County a safe, welcoming place for all.
bit.ly/D6-survey-26
bit.ly/D6-survey-26
The King County Council celebrated Korean American Day, marking 123 years of history and contributions since Korean immigrants arrived in 1903. With over 45,000 Korean Americans in the county, their cultural, civic, and economic influence is significant.
I’m proud to honor this rich heritage.
I’m proud to honor this rich heritage.
January 17, 2026 at 1:29 AM
The King County Council celebrated Korean American Day, marking 123 years of history and contributions since Korean immigrants arrived in 1903. With over 45,000 Korean Americans in the county, their cultural, civic, and economic influence is significant.
I’m proud to honor this rich heritage.
I’m proud to honor this rich heritage.
King County Metro is seeking part-time bus drivers as transit services expand. Discover more >>>
Now hiring: King County Metro recruiting part-time transit operators as bus service increases
King County Metro launched a new hiring push today as the agency seeks part-time transit operators to provide bus service and support increasing service levels. The job posting is available online …
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January 16, 2026 at 8:15 PM
King County Metro is seeking part-time bus drivers as transit services expand. Discover more >>>
The King County Council honored Dwight Dively this week for his years of service to the county, bringing a nationally-respected reputation for fiscal leadership, budget reform, and long-term financial planning. As he heads to the City of Seattle for his next chapter, we wish him the very best ahead.
January 16, 2026 at 1:29 AM
The King County Council honored Dwight Dively this week for his years of service to the county, bringing a nationally-respected reputation for fiscal leadership, budget reform, and long-term financial planning. As he heads to the City of Seattle for his next chapter, we wish him the very best ahead.
Today at the @sound-transit.bsky.social System Expansion Committee, Board Vice Chair Claudia Balducci announced the Crosslake Connection — the 2 Line across Lake Washington and the I‑90 floating bridge — has entered pre‑revenue operations. Test trains are running daily. 1/6
January 9, 2026 at 12:45 AM
Today at the @sound-transit.bsky.social System Expansion Committee, Board Vice Chair Claudia Balducci announced the Crosslake Connection — the 2 Line across Lake Washington and the I‑90 floating bridge — has entered pre‑revenue operations. Test trains are running daily. 1/6
Today, this longtime Seattle-area resident and Jeopardy! legend visited the King County Council to receive a proclamation honoring honoring his service to the community.
Who is Ken Jennings
Who is Ken Jennings
January 7, 2026 at 1:29 AM
Today, this longtime Seattle-area resident and Jeopardy! legend visited the King County Council to receive a proclamation honoring honoring his service to the community.
Who is Ken Jennings
Who is Ken Jennings
ST Express bus service is being diverted at the Bellevue Transit Center (BTC) due to an officer-involved shooting at the facility. Because of the closure, all routes serving BTC have been rerouted to two bays on the west end at 108th Ave NE. komonews.com/news/local/b...
Large police presence in downtown Bellevue
There is a large police presence at the Bellevue Transit Center Friday afternoon.
komonews.com
December 12, 2025 at 10:25 PM
ST Express bus service is being diverted at the Bellevue Transit Center (BTC) due to an officer-involved shooting at the facility. Because of the closure, all routes serving BTC have been rerouted to two bays on the west end at 108th Ave NE. komonews.com/news/local/b...
Congratulations to Councilmember Rhonda Lewis!
Yesterday she officially took office as the first Black woman to serve on the King County Council. With her appointment, the Council now celebrates its first‑ever majority of women in history. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
Yesterday she officially took office as the first Black woman to serve on the King County Council. With her appointment, the Council now celebrates its first‑ever majority of women in history. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
December 11, 2025 at 1:29 AM
Congratulations to Councilmember Rhonda Lewis!
Yesterday she officially took office as the first Black woman to serve on the King County Council. With her appointment, the Council now celebrates its first‑ever majority of women in history. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
Yesterday she officially took office as the first Black woman to serve on the King County Council. With her appointment, the Council now celebrates its first‑ever majority of women in history. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
The very best part of my job - delivering things that make people happy and their lives easier. Congrats to the team @sound-transit.bsky.social whose creativity and hard work got the Federal Way extension open ahead of schedule!
The extension to Federal Way gives commuters a new way to avoid Interstate 5 traffic and puts light rail in striking distance of Pierce County and Tacoma.
New light rail stations open wth parties — and hopes for easier commutes
www.seattletimes.com
December 6, 2025 at 9:09 PM
The very best part of my job - delivering things that make people happy and their lives easier. Congrats to the team @sound-transit.bsky.social whose creativity and hard work got the Federal Way extension open ahead of schedule!
In the downtown transit tunnel, feeling confident. 😊🚉
December 2, 2025 at 9:15 PM
In the downtown transit tunnel, feeling confident. 😊🚉
Good overview of our recent success keeping Harbor Island Studios open, and the work needed to secure its future.
www.thestranger.com/news/2025/11...
www.thestranger.com/news/2025/11...
What’s Next for Harbor Island Studios?
On Monday, members of the Washington film community sent out an emergency call to action. King County was about to finalize the biennial budget, they said, and the County Council planned to withdraw f...
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November 25, 2025 at 4:58 AM
Good overview of our recent success keeping Harbor Island Studios open, and the work needed to secure its future.
www.thestranger.com/news/2025/11...
www.thestranger.com/news/2025/11...
Great news! We passed an amendment to the county budget to give Harbor Island Studios a six month reprieve! We still have our work cut out for us to find a permanent solution and sustain this critical part of the local film industry. Stay tuned, and join us as we fight to save Harbor Island!
It is up for a vote this afternoon with the passage of King County's two year budget.
This is about more than just a building—it’s about preserving opportunity, creativity, and the future of our local film industry. 3/3
This is about more than just a building—it’s about preserving opportunity, creativity, and the future of our local film industry. 3/3
November 19, 2025 at 4:17 AM
Great news! We passed an amendment to the county budget to give Harbor Island Studios a six month reprieve! We still have our work cut out for us to find a permanent solution and sustain this critical part of the local film industry. Stay tuned, and join us as we fight to save Harbor Island!
Since the end of the pandemic Harbor Island Studios has been a hub for creativity, supporting local film and media production in King County. When recent budget changes threatened to close its doors, Councilmember Claudia Balducci stepped forward with an amendment to keep the studios alive. 1/3
November 18, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Since the end of the pandemic Harbor Island Studios has been a hub for creativity, supporting local film and media production in King County. When recent budget changes threatened to close its doors, Councilmember Claudia Balducci stepped forward with an amendment to keep the studios alive. 1/3
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Honored to join with @transpochoices.bsky.social, @moveredmond.org, Tacoma on the Go!, and so many other partners to urge Sound Transit to #BuildTheDamnTrains!
We're a region that's united behind delivering the transit system that voters were promised as quickly as possible.
We're a region that's united behind delivering the transit system that voters were promised as quickly as possible.
November 13, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Honored to join with @transpochoices.bsky.social, @moveredmond.org, Tacoma on the Go!, and so many other partners to urge Sound Transit to #BuildTheDamnTrains!
We're a region that's united behind delivering the transit system that voters were promised as quickly as possible.
We're a region that's united behind delivering the transit system that voters were promised as quickly as possible.
JUST SAW A FOUR CAR TRAIN ON MERCER ISLAND - !!!! That’s it just had to get it out there so I don’t hyperventilate.
October 21, 2025 at 4:41 AM
JUST SAW A FOUR CAR TRAIN ON MERCER ISLAND - !!!! That’s it just had to get it out there so I don’t hyperventilate.
Transit safety can't wait and more in my latest e-news update. Read more here >>> content.govdelivery.com/accounts/WAK...
October 14, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Transit safety can't wait and more in my latest e-news update. Read more here >>> content.govdelivery.com/accounts/WAK...
Transit safety isn’t optional, it’s a necessity.
This week, CM Balducci led a Transit Safety Report briefing—a blueprint built with operators, safety experts, & community leaders.
Now it's time to turn these recommendations into action.
Watch KING 5’s coverage:
This week, CM Balducci led a Transit Safety Report briefing—a blueprint built with operators, safety experts, & community leaders.
Now it's time to turn these recommendations into action.
Watch KING 5’s coverage:
King County Metro seeks major safety investment after driver's fatal stabbing
King County Metro is pushing for more than $115 million in safety investments over the next two years.
www.king5.com
October 10, 2025 at 12:29 AM
Transit safety isn’t optional, it’s a necessity.
This week, CM Balducci led a Transit Safety Report briefing—a blueprint built with operators, safety experts, & community leaders.
Now it's time to turn these recommendations into action.
Watch KING 5’s coverage:
This week, CM Balducci led a Transit Safety Report briefing—a blueprint built with operators, safety experts, & community leaders.
Now it's time to turn these recommendations into action.
Watch KING 5’s coverage:
🚇 Seattle’s biggest transit challenges mean we need bold thinking to deliver ST3 without breaking the bank. That means reimagining the second downtown tunnel, speeding up delivery, and putting riders first. Read more in @publicola.bsky.social >>>
Three Key Questions to Save Our Light Rail Future - PubliCola
By Claudia Balducci It’s no secret that our region needed high-capacity transit yesterday — or better yet, four decades ago.…
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October 9, 2025 at 12:29 AM
🚇 Seattle’s biggest transit challenges mean we need bold thinking to deliver ST3 without breaking the bank. That means reimagining the second downtown tunnel, speeding up delivery, and putting riders first. Read more in @publicola.bsky.social >>>
Government has to work...but the federal government isn't working. This week's example of federal volatility illustrates why local government needs to be strong, stable & dependable.
Read about this & the proposed 2026-27 county budget in my latest update >>>
Read about this & the proposed 2026-27 county budget in my latest update >>>
Government has to work
Click the image to watch a Q&A video about the King County budget
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October 4, 2025 at 12:29 AM
Government has to work...but the federal government isn't working. This week's example of federal volatility illustrates why local government needs to be strong, stable & dependable.
Read about this & the proposed 2026-27 county budget in my latest update >>>
Read about this & the proposed 2026-27 county budget in my latest update >>>
Federal uncertainty looms, but King County must keep delivering. As we prepare to shape a $19.7B budget for 2026–2027, let’s make sure safety and transportation stay front and center. Your voice matters—join the conversation. #KingCounty #Budget2026 #LocalGovWorks
October 1, 2025 at 12:29 AM
Federal uncertainty looms, but King County must keep delivering. As we prepare to shape a $19.7B budget for 2026–2027, let’s make sure safety and transportation stay front and center. Your voice matters—join the conversation. #KingCounty #Budget2026 #LocalGovWorks
🚶🚲🚌🦼 Over 30% of King County residents don’t drive—and yet most of our transportation system is built for those who do. That’s why the King County Council has proclaimed Sept. 30-Oct 5 the Week Without Driving—to better understand and address these challenges. #WeekWithoutDriving
September 24, 2025 at 12:29 AM
🚶🚲🚌🦼 Over 30% of King County residents don’t drive—and yet most of our transportation system is built for those who do. That’s why the King County Council has proclaimed Sept. 30-Oct 5 the Week Without Driving—to better understand and address these challenges. #WeekWithoutDriving
🚆 Four-car trains flying across the I-90 Bridge at speeds up to 55mph—and no issues identified with cathodic protection!
📸 Shoutout to @nwprogressive.org for capturing the action.
✅ @sound-transit.bsky.social plans to keep testing in evenings through Saturday. #EastLink #SoundTransit #LightRail
📸 Shoutout to @nwprogressive.org for capturing the action.
✅ @sound-transit.bsky.social plans to keep testing in evenings through Saturday. #EastLink #SoundTransit #LightRail
We've got a supercut of clips and a gallery of photos from another historic night on the Homer M. Hadley Memorial Bridge for you!
Trainspotting with NPI: Four-car trains roll across Lake Washington as Sound Transit steps up testing
Live-wire testing on the unopened segment of the 2 Line has progressed to the next stage, with four car consists making their debut on the tracks between Mercer Island and Judkins Park. See for yourself!
www.nwprogressive.org
September 17, 2025 at 8:15 PM
🚆 Four-car trains flying across the I-90 Bridge at speeds up to 55mph—and no issues identified with cathodic protection!
📸 Shoutout to @nwprogressive.org for capturing the action.
✅ @sound-transit.bsky.social plans to keep testing in evenings through Saturday. #EastLink #SoundTransit #LightRail
📸 Shoutout to @nwprogressive.org for capturing the action.
✅ @sound-transit.bsky.social plans to keep testing in evenings through Saturday. #EastLink #SoundTransit #LightRail
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At midnight, we watched a train cross a floating bridge for the first time in world history. Congratulations to @sound-transit.bsky.social and @kccclaudia.bsky.social on this monumental achievement!
Here’s to those who push forward to make the world better, even when the rest of it is dark.
Here’s to those who push forward to make the world better, even when the rest of it is dark.
September 9, 2025 at 11:08 PM
At midnight, we watched a train cross a floating bridge for the first time in world history. Congratulations to @sound-transit.bsky.social and @kccclaudia.bsky.social on this monumental achievement!
Here’s to those who push forward to make the world better, even when the rest of it is dark.
Here’s to those who push forward to make the world better, even when the rest of it is dark.