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I grew up in Kenmore, hiking in Saint Edward State Park, biking to Log Boom, cheering on the Inglemoor Vikings, and building a life rooted in this caring community. 

 

Asadad, I care deeply about the Kenmore we’re building for our families - one that’s not only sustainable but also equitable, accessible, inclusive, and affordable!

You deserve a proven local leader who leads with heart, works with integrity, and truly listens to you!

I humbly ask to continue representing you on the Kenmore City Council. I’m committed to continuing to advocate for the community that raised me

Your neighbor,

Joe Marshall

Joe and his Golden Retriever, Belle

Vision & Values for Kenmore

Asa proud Democrat and two-term Kenmore councilmember, it’s been an honor to drive progress shaped by your voices and a long-term vision for Kenmore. Here are some accomplishments we’ve (City Council, City Staff, and You) achieved together and issues I’ve advocated for.

Grow Green

  • Completed the Walkways & Waterways Parks Plan to expand parks, wetlands, and safety

  • Opened TI' awh-ah-dees Park

  • Fought for protective buffers for Kenmore’s heron rookery

  • Found grants for 18 salmon habitat culverts

  • Kenmore’s first Climate Action Plan

  • Tree protections to preserve our canopy

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Grow Smart

  • Imagine Housing - 100 new affordable family units​

  • Built miles of new sidewalks

  • Ranked "Fiscal Responsibility" second out of ten city priorities recently

  • Distributed federal Covid funds to small businesses & our low-income neighbors

  • Stood up for local input on zoning and land use

  • ​Kenmore’s balanced Middle Housing Plan - keeping neighborhoods walkable

  • Blake Fix Adoption - keeping hard drugs illegal in Kenmore

Grow with Heart

  • Secured greater protections for mobile home residents

  • New Senior Women's Shelter

  • Kenmore’s first Pride Proclamation

  • Kenmore’s first Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion initiative

  • LGBTQIA+ Flag on City Hall steps

  • Supported sensible policies for cold-weather church shelters

  • Launched the Community Court to connect people with help, not punishment

Moving Forward, Here's Our Goals

Environment

Growing up in Kenmore, I watched the stream and woods where I played get buried and bulldozed. That shaped my mission to protect our trees, waterways, and expand our parks. My voting record reflects this commitment. Together, we can preserve and increase the green spaces where we gather and play for generations to come.

​Affordable Housing

As a public defender, I’ve stood up for our most vulnerable neighbors. I’ve seen firsthand how housing insecurity impacts lives, and I understand the importance of affordable options that allow people to thrive. Partnering with Imagine Housing and Lake City Partners is a good step, but there’s still more work to do.

​Community Gathering Places

I won't stop fighting for a public pool to ensure access to community-wide recreation and swimming lessons for families who may not be able to afford private facilities. In recent months, I've advocated for a recreation court or playground on the City Hall Property. We have the room to make a welcoming place for teens and kids to play, connect, and have fun.

Local Voices,
Local Choices

In a democracy, you deserve to have a say and know your voice is heard. I’ve shown that I listen carefully to all viewpoints, whether you run into me at the grocery store or at a 2 a.m. Council Meeting. I've proven that I've let your support or concerns guide my decisions. I will continue to stand firm for Kenmore residents to have a real say in how our land is used.

Financial Sustainability

At the 2025 Council Planning Retreat, I voted Fiscal Responsibility as the second priority - helping elevate it to the city's top priority. This means more operational focus and staff resources devoted to cost savings and economic sustainability while still preserving essential services for you.

Endorsements

These are just a few of the community members and leaders standing with us!

Believe in Joe's vision for Kenmore? Let us know, and you can be a part of the movement.

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Elected Officials

Kenmore Leaders

  • Girmay Zahilay - King County Councilmember

  • Rod Dembowski - King County Councilmember

  • Melanie O'Cain - Kenmore Deputy Mayor

  • Nathan Loutsis - Kenmore Councilmember

  • David Baker - Former Kenmore Mayor

  • Javier Valdez - State Senator (D)

  • Gerry Pollet - State Representative (D)

  • Brent Smith - Former Kenmore Councilmember

  • Stacey Denuski - Former Kenmore Councilmember

  • Jon Pascal - Kirkland City Councilmember

  • Caitlin Sullivan - STEP Housing Advisory Committee & my 2025 Primary Opponent  🤝

  • Kara Macias - Kenmore Planning Commissioner​

  • Peter Lance - People for an Environmentally Responsible Kenmore (PERK) Board Member

  • Josh Kurchinka - Kenmore STEP Housing Advisor

  • Saad Qadri - Former Kenmore Planning Commissioner

  • Nicole Derr - Kenmore Elementary PTA Secretary

  • Bill Leak

Kenmore Businesses

  • Bob Donovan - Kenmore Camera

  • Rob Pickering - Snapdoodle Toys

  • Joe Nance - Lake Washington Physical Therapy

  • Don Shin - Shin's Taekwondo Academy

  • Kris Gustafson - N.I.C Preminun Finance

  • Happy Aujla - Advanced European Auto

  • Charles Choo - Uplake Grocery & Deli Owner

  • Erik Dow - Erik D. Plumber

  • Jessica Salazar - Jessica's Unique Bites

Kenmore Community

  • Katrina Allemeier - Inglemoor Teacher

  • Dave Allemeier - Inglemoor Teacher

  • Carrie Bergstrom-Halls

  • Michelle Cass

  • Roger Cass

  • Shannon Gay-Gunderson

  • Sophia Gallant

  • Ben Coop

  • Jennifer Coop

  • Beth Grim

  • Steve Grim

  • Lynda Gutowsky-O'Brien

  • Matt Halls

  • Joe Hanick

  • Arlis Hust

  • Julie Hust

  • Jeanie McBee

  • Dr. David Minahan

  • Suhmer Miskin

  • Erik Neumann

  • Melissa Pendleton - Neighborhood Board of Directors President

  • Sudha Pande

  • Vicki Rhodes

  • Masso Salmassi

  • Amanda Scharler

  • Dave Scharler

  • Susmita Sharma

  • Jeff Stockamp

  • Catherine Wilson

Community Testimonials

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Get to Know Joe!

Joe and his wife Leanne Hust

​I’m a proud dad of two students in the Northshore School District. My children have attended Kenmore Elementary, Kenmore Middle School, and Inglemoor High School. I’m also the proud husband of Leanne Hust, my high school sweetheart, and a dedicated educator who currently serves as the head counselor at Ingraham High School.

For more than 25 years, I've had the privilege to serve as a public defender and private attorney, standing up for our region’s most vulnerable and fighting for fairness, dignity, and justice in the legal system. I’ve also had the opportunity to represent the Northshore Fire District, Northshore Utility District, and local businesses on a range of issues.

Get In Touch!

Passionate about an issue you didn't see on this page?

Want more details on my vision for Kenmore? Or just want to go on a neighborhood hike with me?

I would love to hear from you. Reach out anytime at jhmarshall_7@msn.com

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