
Councilmember Salim Nice Announces Re-Election Campaign

Thank you—you did it!
This evening, Monday, November 8th, we can declare victory in the Mercer Island City Council, Position 2 race. With almost 10,000 Islanders registering their voices at the ballot box, the majority favor my continued representation on the council. I'm humbled and honored to have received your vote and continue as your Councilmember.
I thanked Daniel Becker for running for City Council and running a positive campaign that allowed voters to focus on our positions.
I look forward to collaborating with all candidates, the future council, and our community as I begin my third term. There is much work to be done, and the Island benefits from a diverse set of perspectives.
As your Councilmember, I will continue my commitment to:
- keeping Mercer Island parks safe and accessible for all,
- supporting funding for public safety,
- securing funding for MIYFS youth counselors,
- preserving our Island's residential character,
- and monitoring city budgets for management and accountability.
Again, I want to thank all Island voters for participating and, in particular, all of my supporters, volunteers, and voters who supported my re-election.
Salim Nice

Re-Elect a Proven Leader - Proven Results

My re-election is important if you believe that our community can live, work, and play right here on Mercer Island for many generations to come. Most importantly, I will continue to rely on my core values to guide decisions moving forward.
I have strengthened Public Safety by investing in the three pillars: Police, Fire & EMT, and Mercer Island Youth Family Services (MIYFS). In the last twelve months, we have: (1) Installed automated License Plate Readers to protect our police force and community, (2) Funded a modest Town Center Police precinct at the former Tully’s building which will open in 2022, (3) Ensured that the Mercer Island Fire & EMT response time remains among the region’s best, and (4) Fully funded counselors (Geriatric and School-Based) through 2022, along with all other MIYFS Programs.
I have supported investments in Sustainability through a comprehensive set of objectives that included fiscal stewardship of our resources, creating a vibrant town center to minimize off-island trips, and a commitment to adopt a Climate Action Plan.
The last eighteen months have seen us (1) Emerging from a pandemic with a stronger balance sheet, (2) Introducing senior and immune-compromised shopping hours throughout the pandemic, (3) Creating retail opportunities to reduce the off-island trips, (4) Enacting emergency ordinances to allow outdoor dining and (5) Promoting green rooftop solar throughout Mercer Island.
I have always believed that Park Preservation, which includes preserving our open spaces and investing in our active use spaces, is a primary community expectation. Examples of park projects I have supported include: (1) Rebuilding the Mercerdale Train Park into an inclusive and accessible playground for all kids, (2) Restoring many of the Mercer Island Community Event Center Recreational Programs, as many as county and Washington State Law will allow, (3) Restoring the Luther Burbank shoreline and failing docks. In addition, I am committed to finding ways to grow our parks system again. We purchased a prime corner parcel that will become a small Urban Park Plaza next year.
I love Mercer Island and our community. This is why I made my campaign statement: Live, Work, Play! It is what most of us did in Mercer Island as the pandemic raged. I have heard about so many Islanders who share experiences of finding a new park or playground, shopping for their personal needs on the island, and appreciating the many intangibles our community offers.
I have a proven voting record, the support of five of my councilmember colleagues, and a history of achieving the results that Islanders want.
I humbly ask for your vote in my re-election to the Mercer Island City Council, Position 2.

Councilmember Salim Nice Announces Re-Election Campaign

Salim Nice, City Councilmember, former Deputy Mayor & long-time resident of Mercer Island, is seeking re-election of his current Council Position, Number 2, on the Mercer Island City Council.
During his time on the Council, Salim focused on solutions. Ensuring the City maintained a balanced and sustainable budget, remained focused on critical social services such as those provided by the Mercer Island Youth and Family Services (MIYFS), and preservation of Mercer Island’s residential character.
These achievements were possible because of the collaborative efforts of the community, Council, and City Manager along with her Leadership Team.
With the full support of his family and friends, Nice is running for re-election with the experience of how to accomplish meaningful goals amid tough conditions, and an understanding of what challenges lie ahead. Salim will provide the necessary continuity, stability and advancement of our community’s priorities.
Salim Nice Kicks Off Re-Election Campaign
Nice elaborated on what a second term might include: “I am running for re-election with the experience and understanding of what the city and its residents have endured over the past several years due to the budget crisis and the pandemic. As an experienced City Council member, I support programs and services that will bring Islanders together. We will continue to stabilize the government and advance our community’s priorities.”