On Tuesday, The King County Council approved a $20 billion biennial budget for 2026 to 2027 that aims to confront racial injustice and deliver targeted resources to historically marginalized communities. For Councilmember De’Sean Quinn, who represents District 5 in South King County, the budget is more than a spending plan. It is a roadmap for repair.

Quinn, who was appointed in January to fill a vacancy left by former Councilmember Dave Upthegrove, praised the budget’s direct investments in the Black community and described the final package as a meaningful step toward equity and justice.

“The budget is an explicit statement about our values, and shows how much we value the people in this county not just for their future but also to undo the harms of the past,” said Quinn. “Our Black co

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