Resolution Calling on King County Assessor John Wilson to Resign Immediately

September 16, 2026

WHEREAS, the actions of Assessor Wilson have led to serious charges for violating the safety of a former intimate partner 

WHEREAS, MLK Labor and its affiliates believe all people deserve to be safe from harm from intimate partner abuse

WHEREAS, the King County Office of the Ombuds has found that Assessor Wilson violated the County’s Ethics Codes in 4 separate ways, including an abuse of office for personal gain;

WHEREAS, Assessor Wilson’s personal conduct has undermined public trust and the confidence of his employees and the professional reputation of Union workers;

WHEREAS, Assessor Wilson cannot effectively carry out the duties of his elected office amid the legal turmoil and the resulting media coverage his egregious actions have caused

WHEREAS, continuing to remain in office while these issues persist is detrimental to the department, its employees, the residents and businesses we serve

WHEREAS, the Assessor’s Office employees and the residents of King County deserve leadership grounded in integrity, accountability, and respect

WHEREAS, the union representing the employees in the Assessor’s Office, Teamsters 763, has called on Assessor Wilson to resign

WHEREAS, the King County Council has also unanimously called on Assessor Wilson to resign

WHEREAS, King County Executive Zahilay has called on Assessor Wilson to resign

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that MLK Labor calls on King County Assessor John Wilson to resign immediately.