Throwback Thursday

Throwback Thursday to Washington, D.C. and the National League of Cities Congressional City Conference!

One of the most important parts of serving in city leadership is making sure Duvall’s voice is heard on the national stage. During this last trip, we advocated for keeping municipal bonds tax-exempt. Why? Because if they lose that status, it could mean higher borrowing costs for cities like ours, fewer resources for infrastructure, and even higher local taxes on residents—essentially taxing families twice.

We also supported the City of Carnation’s message about the importance of safety in warning systems and monitoring of the Tolt Dam, as well as the critical need for improvements like the roundabout on SR-203 near Carnation. In addition to these shared priorities, we always make it a point to inform our legislators of Duvall’s needs—both current and future—so they understand the challenges and opportunities ahead for our community.

Over the years, the specific advocacy priorities may shift—from infrastructure to public safety to financial policy—but the core always stays the same: working for the people of Duvall and advancing the best interests of our community.

Being in D.C. is always a powerful reminder that local voices matter, and that small cities like ours play a big role in shaping the future.