Author: amymcforduvall

Capital Projects Part 2

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My approach is simple—listen, focus on what matters, and make real progress.

Top of the list? Finishing the capital projects that matter most to Duvall families — and the Big Rock Ballfields expansion is a perfect example. Duvall has grown, and so has the demand for places where kids can play soccer, baseball, or just run around and be kids. But it’s not just for the little ones — this expansion also creates more space and options for older youth, adult leagues, community events, walking trails, and recreational opportunities for seniors. Our parks and fields should serve everyone in Duvall, and this project helps us do just that.

This project has been in the works, and I’m committed to seeing it through — because projects like this make Duvall a better place to live, play, and grow. This is the kind of community infrastructure that makes a lasting difference in people’s everyday lives. It’s not just about ballfields — it’s about building spaces where neighbors gather, friendships are formed, and lifelong memories are made.

Let’s finish what we started — together.

Learn more: https://www.duvallwa.gov/435/Big-Rock-Park-Expansion

Duvall Days Parade

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Thank you from the bottom of my heart to Dana Larsen, Dianne Brudnicki, Ronn & Katrina Mercer, Amy Ockerlander, Mike Supple, Jenn Hernandez, Lisa Johnson, Paige, Andy, Avery & Aspen Kasai, Lily Elmer, Cheryl Smothers, Alex Johnson, Lirio Silva, Adolfo Ojeda, Ryan, Sean & Taylor McHenry, Brandon Pettersen, Lisa Cardenas, Fallon Garcia, Wendy Woldman, Eva Mady, Rick & Cindy Shaffer, Carol Kufeldt and Lori Rush ❤️ Whether you walked in the parade, wore a shirt, requested a yard sign or some combination – THANK YOU!!

Pride, Community, and Goat Hugs in Carnation

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Just a little time left at the Pride Picnic in Carnation—but plenty of joy still in the air! From goat hugs and live music to colorful crafts and community connection, it’s been a beautiful afternoon.

Huge thanks to SnoValley Pride for creating space to celebrate and connect. Grateful, too, for local organizations like Empower Youth Network and A Supportive Community For All, who do so much to uplift our region.

And a shoutout to the local businesses getting a boost—Smoothie Shack is hopping! Events like this feed the soul and the local economy.

Throwback Thursday

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Throwback Thursday to my time at Duvall Cooperative Preschool!

From 2013 to 2017, I had the honor of serving as Board Secretary and then President for Duvall Cooperative Preschool—a place known to us as the little blue school, that holds a special place in my heart. What started as a preschool experience for my own kids quickly turned into a meaningful opportunity to serve the families of our community.

During those four years, I led board meetings, managed nonprofit operations, and worked to grow our community engagement—developing outreach materials, boosting our online presence, and building connections with local families.

This role taught me so much about collaborative leadership, community engagement, and the power of showing up for one another. It also deepened my belief that when we invest in our youngest learners and support families from the start, we strengthen the future of our whole community.

Grateful for the people, the memories, and the chance to lead with both heart and purpose.

Lead with Love Part 3

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As part of this ongoing conversation about what it means to lead with love, I want to reflect on a core truth: Leading with love means leading with strength and courage.

It takes strength to truly listen when quick decisions are tempting. It takes courage to face disagreement with composure, to value understanding over being “right,” and to show up consistently—with heart, even when the path is tough.

In Duvall, leading with love means believing in people’s good intentions, even when we disagree. It’s about building common ground instead of drawing dividing lines. It’s about investing in our community’s future—not just through policies, but through relationships, trust, and a steady hand.

Leadership isn’t about seeking power—it’s about honoring a responsibility: to care, to serve, to protect, and to lead with integrity.

I believe real leadership doesn’t come from fear or force—it comes from love. Love for our town, our people, and the opportunities ahead.

Let’s keep choosing that kind of leadership. Let’s keep building a Duvall where values lead the way, and love never takes a back seat. 💙