by Larry Gossett, Velma Veloria, and Michael Woo
As residents of the Central District and South Seattle, we enthusiastically support and endorse Mari Sugiyama for Seattle City Council Position 8.
The current Seattle City Council vacancy presents a rare opportunity for the council to pick a qualified and exceptional leader ready to hit the ground running who can meet the demands of governing a diverse and prosperous city that also faces a multitude of complex issues. Mari has demonstrated her lifelong commitment as a volunteer and mentor in civic life and effectiveness as a public servant in the City of Seattle Human Services Department, charged with overseeing millions of dollars in investments for community-based organizations that are addressing public safety.
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