Another great question from the Duvall Chamber’s Candidate Town Hall — this one’s about Community Wellness & Quality of Life.
Q: Duvall’s identity depends not just on businesses but on a healthy, connected community. How would each of you define “community wellness,” and what key initiatives would you pursue to improve it?
A: To me, community wellness means a city where people feel safe, supported, connected, and proud to belong. It’s about more than services—it’s about how people experience daily life here.
I’d focus on:
• Investing in parks, trails, and gathering spaces that bring neighbors together.
• Supporting mental health and family resources, especially for youth and seniors, through partnerships with nonprofits and King County, as well as continuing to support our own Human Services Grant Program.
• Encouraging civic participation by making it easier for residents to volunteer, engage, and shape city decisions. I also plan to launch Civic 101 workshops—informal classes that help residents understand how local government works, empowering them to better advocate, participate, and lead within our community.
Amy McHenry for Duvall Mayor 