Legislative Update: Share your policy ideas, and moving our community forward

October 3, 2025

Dear Friends and Neighbors,  

I hope you’ve enjoyed our incredible Seattle summer. Although there was much to enjoy including spending time in community and with family, my fellow legislators and I also kept an eye on the continued chaotic actions coming from the white house. We are unwavering in our commitment to protect all Washingtonians and will continue to do everything we can to ensure Washington remains a place where all residents can thrive.  

Tell me your policy ideas

As we transition to fall, I am looking ahead to the next legislative session and identifying my policy priorities.  
I could use some help from you. Please take a moment to fill out this brief survey and tell me what is important to you. It’s anonymous, unless you include your information, and will be informative in the coming months.  

A group of people stand for a photo holding a large check for $225,000.
State Representative Chipalo Street and State Senator Rebecca Saldaña present a check to the Central Area Youth Association for $225,000 in state appropriated funds to support their programming on Sept. 30, 2025.

 

Supporting important work in the 37th LD 

Finally, it was a joy to spend time with community earlier this week at our check ceremony. I am proud to have secured millions of dollars in funding for several important projects in our community including

  • Empowering Youth and Families Outreach – $71,000
  • Central Area Youth Association – $225,000
  • 23rd and Cherry Renovation – $1.3 million
  • Mother Nation Spirit Journey Healing Village – $3.5 million  
  • Rainier Valley Food Bank – $1.03 million
  • Rainier Beach Action Coalition – $325,000
  • Rainier Vista Boys & Girls Club – $66,000    

When so many programs are being shrunk, placed at risk, or even forced to shut down, this state funding represents critical investments in organizations doing the important work that helps keep our community safe, fed, and moving in the right direction.  

A man stands at the front of a room speaking to a small crowd of people who are seated in chairs.
Representative Chipalo Street speaks with community members and organizations within the 37th legislative district that state funding on Sept. 30, 2025.


Thank you to everyone who attended our check ceremony, including my fellow District 37 lawmaker, Sen. Rebecca Saldaña. It was a great opportunity to connect and continue to learn from one another.  

Remember: You can follow me on Facebook for regular updates about what’s happening in the legislature, even when we’re not in session.  

Don’t forget to fill out the policy survey, and keep an eye out for my next newsletter.  

In solidarity, 

Rep. Chipalo Street  

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