The Governing Board meets monthly on the third Thursday of the month from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm PT.
The first meeting of the Governing Board will be on Thursday, December 19, 2024.
The Governing Board is responsible for setting strategic policy direction for the King County Regional Homelessness Authority, providing fiscal oversight, and ensuring the Authority is making adequate progress in fulfilling its mission.
Amended and Restated Interlocal Agreement for the Establishment of the KCRHA – November 7, 2024
Any questions regarding the Governing Board? Reach out to our Clerk of the Authority Austin Christoffersen.
Governing Board Meetings
Meeting Details:
Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm PT
Meeting Access: Will be posted prior to meeting
Supplemental Materials:
Will be posted prior to meeting
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Meet the Governing Board
Executive Dow Constantine
King County
Serving his third term as King County Executive, Dow Constantine leads one of the largest regional governments in the United States. His priority is that every person be able to thrive, be economically secure, and contribute to the life of our community. Read more about Executive Constantine.
Mayor Bruce Harrell
City of Seattle
Mayor Bruce Harrell was elected the 57th mayor of Seattle in 2021. Bruce Harrell was born in Seattle to an African American father who was one of the first Black union lineman at Seattle City Light, and a Japanese American mother who had been incarcerated at Minidoka during World War II. Read more about Mayor Harrell.
Councilmember Claudia Balducci
Representing the King County Council
King County Councilmember Claudia Balducci is a mom, transportation and affordable housing leader, and a former public safety official. Representing Council District 6 in East King County, Claudia Balducci is committed to making King County government works better. Read more about Councilmember Balducci.
Councilmember Jorge Barón
Representing the King County Council
Jorge L. Barón was elected to be a member of the Metropolitan King County Council in November 2023 and will serve as the representative for District 4 on the Council from January 2024 to December 2026. Read more about Councilmember Barón.
Councilmember Cathy Moore
Representing the Seattle City Council
Councilmember Cathy Moore grew up in Seattle, in the Lake City and Capitol Hill neighborhoods. Following in her mother’s public service footsteps, Cathy fought for Seattle residents as a public defender with the Seattle Defender Association immediately after law school. Read more about Councilmember Cathy Moore.
Council President Sara Nelson
Representing the Seattle City Council
Council President Sara Nelson has served on the City Council in one of the two at-large positions since 2022 and she was unanimously elected Council President in January 2024. Read more about Council President Nelson.
Mayor Nancy Backus
City of Auburn, Representing Sound Cities Association
Nancy Backus, Auburn’s first female mayor since its 1891 incorporation, began her mayoral term in 2014. Prior, she spent a decade as an Auburn city councilmember and 25 years as a financial manager at Boeing. Read more about Mayor Backus.
Mayor Angela Birney
City of Redmond, Representing Sound Cities Association
As a former middle school science teacher, Mayor Angela Birney has helped expand young students’ minds through education. Now in her second term as Mayor, she is leading the progress of a community of more than 80,000 people as it evolves from a suburb to a city. Read more about Mayor Birney.
Council President Ed Prince
City of Renton, Representing Sound Cities Association
A proud resident of the Cascade neighborhood Council President Ed Prince believes the strength of our government comes from collaborating with our residents and community partners. Read more about Council President Prince.
Lived Experience Seat
TBD
This seat will be appointed by the City of Seattle.
Lived Experience Seat
TBD
This seat will be appointed by King County.
Lived Experience Seat
TBD
This seat will be appointed by the Sound Cities Association.
If you’re looking for business accomplished under the previous Interlocal Agreement and governance structure, you can view the archived Implementation Board and Governing Committee pages. If you’re looking for archived public meetings, please view our Public Meetings Archive page, or our YouTube channel.