Dr. Adam Ragheb for Mercer Island City Council Position 7

Proven Experience. Real Results.

I’m a father of three young children under 4, a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, and a former Mercer Island Planning Commissioner. I was raised by a college professor and a public school teacher. My wife, a university educator, and I chose Mercer Island for its excellent public schools, its beautiful parks, and its safe and spacious neighborhoods.

I am running to advocate for and protect what makes Mercer Island unique. We need a leader who knows how to build bridges, but stands firm when Mercer Island’s best interests are not being served. Mercer Island is our home, and I am committed to protecting what makes our community special.

Priorities:

• Public Safety – I will advocate for sufficient police and programs to keep our community safe and ensure that our emergency services will always serve our city’s needs. Investing in crime prevention programs like neighborhood watch and camera networks can deter criminal activity before it happens and keep our community safe.
• Continue Protecting Parks and Open Spaces – I enjoy our wonderful parks with my family on an almost daily basis. That is one of the reasons why, as a Planning Commissioner, I fought to protect our parks. Those efforts have continued after my appointment ended – I have continued to provide public comments and suggestions to our Parks & Recreation Commission, Planning Commission, and City Council on this and other topics. I will continue to protect our parks, preserve their green spaces from development, and support inclusive playgrounds.
• Town Center and Neighborhood Planning – Without vibrant retail and parking, our Town Center is at risk of further decline. I will leverage my Planning Commission experience to guide our Town Center toward a successful and thriving future and implement neighborhood improvements aligned with our Comprehensive Plan.
• Infrastructure Investment – I will work to address our aging water, sewer, and transportation infrastructure through thoughtful, integrated, and prioritized improvements.
• Supporting Youth and Family Services (MIYFS) and Schools – My wife and I selected Mercer Island as a place to live and raise our family primarily because of its reputation for excellent public schools. I will work to ensure that the City continues to support our public schools and MIYFS.

More priorities to come as I continue to reach out and interact with our community!