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Meet Victoria

A dedicated community leader, passionate environmental scientist, and proud mother, now running to represent Washington’s 5th Legislative District. Since her first election to the Issaquah City Council in 2019, Victoria has been instrumental in championing initiatives for affordable housing, environmental stewardship, and enhancing public safety. Her leadership reflects a deep commitment to fostering a sustainable and inclusive community that serves as a model for the entire 5th LD and beyond.

With a rich background that includes a PhD in Ecology and significant contributions as Chief Data Officer at Crosswalk Labs, Victoria is uniquely qualified to address the challenges facing our region. Her efforts in Issaquah—ranging from developing a comprehensive Climate Action Plan to advocating for equitable community services—illustrate her holistic approach to governance. Victoria’s work is driven by the belief that thoughtful planning and proactive environmental conservation are key to ensuring a vibrant future for our families.

As we look to the future, Victoria Hunt envisions a 5th Legislative District that leads in innovation, sustainability, and community well-being. Join us in supporting Victoria’s campaign for a greener, safer, and more prosperous Washington.

Managing Growth

Managing Growth through balanced development and long-term community benefit.

  • On the Issaquah City Council, I applied my expertise as a UW Urban Design and Planning Faculty member to provide business and property owners a more consistent and predictable path to building and development. At the same time, I ensure our environment is protected as we increase service for affordable housing options, Transit Oriented Development, and Opportunity Center projects.
  • In the State House, I want to apply that same expertise to ensure we are increasing affordable housing options at every level across our state, while protecting the best of our communities and environment.

Environmental Stewardship

Environmental Stewardship prioritizing a sustainable, greener future for WA.

  • As an environmental scientist with a PhD in Ecology, I am passionate about protecting and preserving our precious natural resources and leading urgent climate action. I was honored to push for and finalize Issaquah’s ambitious Climate Action Plan and develop greener building code and improvements on energy efficiency, including electric car charging stations.
  • As your Representative, I would be honored to apply a scientist’s lens to our environmental policies and ensure Washington leads on climate action.

Public Safety

Safe and Healthy Communities through public safety and human service investments

  • As Council President, I added significant resources to the Police and Human Services departments, and enacted the Police Accountability, Equity and Human Services Action Plan. In partnership with the community and non-profits such as the Issaquah Food and Clothing Bank, I also enacted key steps in the Human Services Strategic Plan to ensure all residents and families have access to basic essentials like food, shelter, and clothing.
  • Working together, we can achieve communities where every Washingtonian feels safe and is able to achieve their full potential.

Mobility

Mobility for WA through planning and investments in transit, safety, and accessibility

  • In order to meet our region’s growth and climate goals, I have prioritized mobility on the Issaquah City Council, improving streets and sidewalks, investing in safety and accessibility, and connecting our local network of trails, parks, and open space.
  • In the Legislature, I will fight for our district’s fair share of transit and transportation resources to keep our region moving, champion light rail delivery on time and on budget, and ensure we are planning for the mobility needs of future generations.

Education

Excellence in Education

  • In the legislature, I will be a champion for ensuring that students have the resources to thrive and that the public schools are equipped to support every student. As a mom to two young children, I will be a champion for a public school system that meets the needs of parents, educators, and students.

Healthcare and Reproductive Rights

Healthcare and Reproductive Rights

  • I will be an advocate for affordable healthcare and resources for behavioral health. I also firmly believe in the importance of a woman’s right to choose and am proud to have been endorsed by Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates in my city council race in 2023.

What People Are Saying About Victoria

“Victoria will bring an impressive set of skills to the Legislature. She has led on complex planning, human service, and mobility issues for the City of Issaquah and gotten results. She is a scientist who will ensure our state remains a national leader on climate action and environmental policy. And she shares our commitment to values of choice, equity, and opportunity and will put in the hard work to make lasting progress. She has my full support.”

Bill Ramos (D)5th LD Incumbent State Representative

“Victoria knows that our communities are stronger when we listen to the needs of neighbors, invest equitably in our priorities, and provide the affordability and opportunity needed to set every Washingtonian up for success. She is smart, thoughtful, hardworking, and with a PhD in ecology she will be the environmental champion our region needs. Victoria will make an excellent Representative for the 5th LD.”

Sarah PerryKing County Councilmember

“As a Councilmember and former Planning Commissioner, Victoria has advocated passionately for our community. She will be the kind of partner we need in Olympia, listening to our voices and priorities, and protecting what makes our region the best place to live. She will be a champion for environmental sustainability, climate action, and land use policy that supports community needs, and that protects the qualities that make living here so special.”

Mary Lou PaulyMayor, City of Issaquah

Elected Officials

  • Bill Ramos (D), 5th LD Incumbent State Representative
  • Lisa Wellman (D), 41st LD State Senator
  • Davina Duerr (D), 1st LD State Representative
  • Beth Doglio (D), 22nd LD State Representative
  • Sarah Perry, King County Councilmember
  • Claudia Balducci, King County Councilmember
  • Girmay Zahilay, King County Councilmember
  • Rod Dembowski, King County Councilmember
  • John Wilson, King County Assessor
  • Mary Lou Pauly, Mayor, Issaquah
  • Mary Miller, Mayor, North Bend
  • Kali Clark, Sammamish Mayor
  • Katherine Ross, Snoqualmie Mayor
  • Mason Thompson, Bothell Mayor
  • Kelli Curtis, Mayor, Kirkland
  • Angela Birney, Redmond Mayor
  • Lindsey Walsh, Issaquah City Council President
  • Barb de Michele, Issaquah City Council Deputy President
  • Chris Reh, Issaquah City Councilmember
  • Russell Joe, Issaquah City Councilmember
  • Tola Marts, Issaquah City Councilmember
  • Zach Hall, Issaquah City Councilmember
  • Cara Christensen, Snoqualmie City Councilmember
  • Kim-Khanh Van, Renton City Councilmember
  • Karen Howe, Sammamish City Councilmember
  • Roisin O’Farrell, Sammamish City Councilmember
  • Satwinder Kaur, Kent City Councilmember
  • John Stokes, Bellevue City Councilmember
  • Brittney Bush Bollay, King Conservation District Vice Chair, Board of Supervisors
  • Jen Carter, King County Public Hospital Commissioner
  • Wendy Weiker, Mercer Island City Councilmember
  • Paul Charbonneau, Newcastle City Councilmember
  • Sun Burford, Newcastle City Councilmember
  • Vanessa Kritzer, Redmond City Council President
  • Melissa  Stuart, Redmond City Councilmember
  • Osman Salahuddin, Redmond City Councilmember
  • AJ Taylor, Issaquah School Board Director
  • Matt Coyne, Issaquah School Board Director
  • Sydne Mullings, Issaquah School Board President
  • Lindsey Yocum, Lake Washington School Board Director

Organizations

  • 3.14 Action
  • Redmond Firefighters IAFF Local 2829

Community Members

  • Marcie Maxwell, former 41st LD State Representative
  • Mariah Bettise, former Issaquah City Council, Board Member, Issaquah Food Bank
  • Joshua Schaer, Former Issaquah City Councilmember
  • Nina Milligan, Former Issaquah City Councilmember
  • Tom Odell, former Mayor of Sammamish
  • Rituja Indapure, former Sammamish City Council, Chair of the Washington State Women’s Commission
  • Jim Mayhew, former Snoqualmie City Councilmember
  • Ann Fletcher, Founder of Issaquah People for Climate Action
  • Dave Kappler, Issaquah Alps Trails Club, former Issaquah City Council
  • Jamie Finch, Issaquah Environmental Board Chair
  • Jeanne Kohl-Welles, King County Councilmember, Former
  • Phillipa Kassover, Lake Forest Park City Councilmember, former
  • Kashif Zahoor, President, Issaquah Highlands Board of Trustees
  • Julian Mydlil, Vice Chair, Issaquah Transportation Advisory Board
  • Ingrid Anderson
  • Ken Konigsmark
  • Tanya Lavoy
Please note: Endorser’s offices, positions, or organizations are provided for identification only and do not denote an endorsement of the candidate by that organization. 

Qualifications

  • Current Issaquah City Council Member
  • Current and Prior Career Experience:
    • Chief Data Officer – Crosswalk Labs
    • Data Scientist and Statistician – Global Good
    • Affiliate Faculty – College of Built Environments, University of Washington
    • Conservation Scientist – Chicago Botanic Gardens
  • Education:
    • PhD in Ecology – University of Illinois
    • MS in Animal Breeding and Genetics – University of Wageningen (Netherlands)
    • BS in Biology – Cornell University

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‪(425) 331-9814‬

victoria@victoriahunt.com

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