Events in District Seven

Councilmember
Pete von Reichbauer
Council District 7
516 Third Ave., Rm. 1200
Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: 206-296-1007
Toll Free: 800-325-6165
TTY/TDD: 206-296-1024
Fax: 206-296-0198

Pete von Reichbauer
is pronounced :
Pete von-Rite-Bow-er

Bringing new vision to developing countries

Since 1993, ophthalmologist John Jarstad has been providing residents in developing nations the gift of sight. Dr. Jarstad and the Federal Way Kiwanis have been part of the Save Old Spectacles (SOS) program, which provide glasses throughout the world. I was able to provide SOS with 1,500 glasses from Metro Transit's lost and found. Read more.

Celebrating the opening of Wild Waves

During our summer months, we are lucky to have family-friendly areas, such as Wild Waves, right here in South King County’s own backyard.

On Saturday, July 2, I joined Mayor Pete Lewis of Auburn, Mayor Rebecca Olness of Black Diamond, Wild Waves’ General Manager, Todd Suchan and Wild Waves’ owner, Jeff Stock, in officially opening the amusement park for the month of July.

The 4th of July weekend marks the true beginning of summer for most Northwest sun-seekers. Wild Wave’s water attractions offer the community a variety of family-friendly options to stay cool during the summer months.

Farmers markets and farms near district 7

King County is still farm country, with a variety of local options still available. Every year, I provide a directory of the local farms and farmer markets in our region. County farms produce some of the best products in the country, and continue to be a vital part of our regional economy. Your business ensures that small farms can continue to operate. Find out more

Lt. Gov. Owens provides Olympia update at breakfast meeting

Every month I meet with south King County business and civic leaders for a roundtable discussion on the issues facing our communities. This month’s meeting had a special guest: Lt. Gov. Brad Owens, who spoke not only about his role in Olympia, but on the results of the recent legislative session. Read more