Pete von Reichbauer hosts Washington State Lt. Governor Brad Owen for an informative session with south King County leaders

June 29, 2011

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Metropolitan King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer hosted his monthly breakfast meeting for south King County business and civic leaders with Washington State Lieutenant Governor Brad Owen in Federal Way. “We are fortunate to have Brad here this morning to explain to us his role as senate president as well as the potential effects of state budget cuts on south King County”, said Councilmember von Reichbauer.

Lt. Governor Owen started off the meeting by speaking about his role as the senate president. He went on to praise the level of cooperation between Democratic and Republican Senators during the past session, saying, “I haven’t seen this level of cooperation in 35 years”. The Lt. Governor explained that compromises were made on both sides in regard to workers’ compensation reform and cuts to higher education. He gave his accolades to Governor Greigoire for her help with the progression of session.

The Lt. Governor opened up the floor for questions and comments about the state budget and the special session.




Councilmember von Reichbauer with (l-r) Washington State Lt. Governor Brad Owen, Dr. Eileen Ely, President of Green River Community College, and President Jack Bermingham of Highline Community College.

Lt. Governor Owens met with local civic leaders and business owners for a Good Eggs breakfast in Auburn to discuss regional effects of the state’s budget cuts.