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Kelly King has officially announced her candidacy for County Council, launching a campaign focused on transparency, responsible governance, and putting local residents at the center of decision-making.

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With a long-standing record of public service and community engagement, King enters the race at a time when residents are calling for accountability, clear leadership, and real solutions to the issues impacting daily life.
 

During her previous tenure on the County Council, King delivered tangible results: helping create affordable housing projects for local residents; passing legislation to protect native seabirds and sea turtles from harmful lighting and chemical sunscreens; and securing funding for wetland restoration to address the root causes of flooding damage. She has been a consistent advocate for infrastructure investment and local control at a time when the current Council majority has approved unbridled luxury housing and even attempted to transfer Kula water rights to mainland venture capital interests.

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“Our community deserves a government that listens, responds, and acts in the best interest of its people,” said King. “This campaign is about restoring trust and ensuring that decisions are made for the people—not driven by outside interests or short-term gain.”

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King’s campaign will prioritize:

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Transparency and Accountability
Expanding public access to government processes, strengthening oversight, and ensuring responsible use of taxpayer resources.

Community-First Policy
Advancing housing solutions for residents, protecting land and water resources, supporting local agriculture, and preserving cultural integrity.

Strong Local Governance
Reinforcing the role of county government as a direct voice of the people, with increased civic engagement and policies that build resilience and self-sufficiency.

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This campaign is about restoring the connection between the people and their government, instead of between developers and government. Kelly has a proven record of delivering real results and standing up for residents.

The campaign will engage directly with residents through community meetings, listening sessions, and grassroots outreach efforts across the county.

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Media Contact: Paul Deslauriers, Campaign Manager

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Email: paulnrg@aol.com

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Text: 808-264-3536