I would like to Thank you all for the tremendous support I have recieved and look forward to serving you.

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King Parker  425-430-0124

King Parker, former Renton City Council member, and Mayoral candidate announces his candidacy for the office of Renton City Council,  position no. 5 which will be a vacated by Council member Toni Nelson’s retirement. 

Parker a long-time city resident and business owner served on the Renton City Council for eight years.  He understands the responsibilities and complexities of city government.  During his tenure on the council he had been a member of every council committee and served as Council President.

Parker currently serves as the President of the Renton Community Foundation, is a board member of the Renton Chamber of Commerce, Renton Technical College Foundation, and Community in Schools of Renton, founding member of the Blue Ribbon committee and is a long time Renton Rotary member.

Parker’s vision for Renton includes:

Focusing on public safety issues;

Maintaining and supporting our life style amenities such as parks and recreation facilities;

Safe water and safe streets;

Ensuring city accountability and fiscal responsibility;

Work towards greater government efficiencies;

Building on Renton’s strong neighborhood program;

Work toward economic opportunities that make sense for Renton;

Providing a healthy atmosphere to live, work and raise families.

Parker’s dedication and commitment to the Renton community runs deep, which is one of the reasons he was honored as Renton Citizen of the year.  “I truly care about Renton and take pride in making myself visible and accessible to the citizens of Renton.  As a Councilperson, I will work to develop a sense of partnership between the Mayors office, fellow council members and our citizens.