MEET RAMI AL-KABRA
When I turned 18, my parents sacrificed a great deal to send me on a one-way trip to America for the promise of a better education and future. I worked hard to get the most from my education and build a better life for my family. Today, I am fortunate to have called Bothell home for the last 16 years, to have raised my children in this community, and to have served as a City Councilmember for the last 4 years.
Bothell is the kind of community where neighbors step up to organize a weekly “BLM Bothell Run Club” after a Black family expresses concern over the husband’s safety as a jogger. It’s the kind of place that rallies against injustice and celebrates diversity and difference in our lives. I’m proud of the progress we have made as a city and to report that I’ve kept every one of my campaign promises from 2021. But we must do more. We have to be proactive in resolving known issues that affect our community and livability. I care about maintaining our quality of life while implementing solutions for “green” and equitable urban planning, support for our small businesses, and accountability for our public institutions.
Let’s work together to realize a thriving future that is full of opportunities for all community members. I’d be honored to have your vote to be re-elected to the Bothell City Council.
As your Bothell City Councilmember,
Rami accomplished:
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Advocated for middle housing and flexible zoning policies to expand housing options
Collaborated on the Lot P South project to enhance affordable housing availability.
Led efforts on the Housing Action Plan to shape future housing development.
Pushed for tenant protections (work in progress).
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Expanded crisis response services and crisis stabilization efforts.
Advocated for North King County’s first crisis stabilization center.
Helped establish a comprehensive crisis care continuum in the region.
Directed funding to Human Services Grants to better meet community needs.
Allocated ARPA funds to support community mental health initiatives.
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Supported enhancements to police and fire dispatch services through collaboration with NORCOM.
Recognized Bothell Police for re-accreditation and investment in executive leadership training.
Strengthened administrative leadership within the Bothell Fire Department.
Backed the introduction of therapeutic courts for misdemeanor cases.
Funded school zone license plate readers to improve student safety.
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Ensured continued access to hybrid public meetings and virtual public comment options.
Organized and participated in community town halls.
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Supported the funding, development and execution of the City's DEI roadmap.
Backed the formation of a DEI public advisory group to ensure community representation and accountability.
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Partnered with the community to develop a city-wide bike plan.
Promoted safer streets and improved sidewalks.
Worked to enhance transit connections for better accessibility and mobility.
Advocated for improving parking management.
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Led efforts to activate empty, city-owned lots with local markets like Pop Shops and food trucks (coming soon)
Advocated for the Economic Vitality Plan to foster local business growth.
Celebrated the community with Bothell Summer Friday Nights events and Saturday Nights Market, and creating community spaces
Advocate for neighborhood corner stores.
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Worked to protect Shelton View Forest for future generations.
Supported funding of salmon habitat restoration at Wayne Golf Course through native plant revitalization and other activities.
Championed the Climate Action Plan and Urban Forestry initiatives to advance environmental sustainability.
