Dave Upthegrove - Wikipedia
David Upthegrove (born May 3, 1971) is an American politician who is currently serving as the 17th Washington State Commissioner of Public Lands since 2025. He previously was a member of the King County Council, representing the 5th district from 2014 to 2025.
Dave Upthegrove Becomes Washington's First Openly LGBTQ
2 days ago · Dave Upthegrove has made history as Washington’s 15th Commissioner of Public Lands, becoming the state’s first openly LGBTQ+ statewide executive. With more than 2 decades of public service, Upthegrove brings extensive experience to his new role. He previously represented South King County in the ...
Dave Upthegrove | Washington State Lands Commissioner - elect
As we look forward, I am focused on the challenges ahead: protecting clean air, clean water and habitat, improving wildfire prevention and response, and expanding recreational opportunities. I have confidence in our ability to meet these challenges head-on, with the strength, optimism, and determination that defines our state.
Upthegrove Inaugurated as Washington’s Commissioner of
Jan 15, 2025 · Dave Upthegrove was sworn in today as Washington’s 15 th Commissioner of Public Lands, making history as the state’s first openly LGBTQ+ statewide executive.
New WA lands commissioner orders pause on logging sales for …
Jan 16, 2025 · On his first day in office, Dave Upthegrove, the state’s new public lands commissioner, said he would pause logging sales in some older state-managed forests for about six months.
Dave Upthegrove - Ballotpedia
Nov 5, 2024 · Dave Upthegrove (Democratic Party) is the Washington Commissioner of Public Lands. He assumed office on January 13, 2025. His current term ends on January 8, 2029. Upthegrove (Democratic Party) ran for election for Washington Commissioner of Public Lands. He won in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Process begins to replace Upthegrove on King County Council
Jan 15, 2025 · With Dave Upthegrove wrapping up his career Jan. 14 on the King County Council, the process begins to appoint his replacement for the rest of the year. Upthegrove resigned to begin his position Jan. 15 as the state lands commissioner. King County Executive Dow Constantine will nominate three people ...
King County District 5 - King County, Washington
Dave Upthegrove was elected to the position of Washington State Commissioner of Public Lands in November, and has resigned from the King County Council. The Council will appoint a new councilmember for District 5 soon.
About Council Chair Dave Upthegrove - King County
Dave Upthegrove began his public service career in 2001 when he was unanimously appointed to the Washington State House of Representatives. Since then, he has effectively championed environmental stewardship, economic opportunity, and social justice for the people of …
Dave Upthegrove wins Washington Commissioner of Public …
Nov 6, 2024 · WASHINGTON, USA — Dave Upthegrove has won the Washington state lands commissioner race, beating Republican opponent Jamie Herrera Beutler. Herrera Beutler released a statement Thursday...