Dear employee,

In July, Executive Constantine launched our True North vision and values to Executive Branch employees as part of our ongoing effort to build a workplace culture of respect, innovation, and performance excellence.

Beginning this month, we are launching a monthly focus on each of our eight values to help us gain a deeper understanding of the values and how to apply them to our work. This month, we are focusing on the value “We drive for results.”

When we talk about driving for results, we are talking about doing more for our customers – better, faster, more equitable. Driving for results isn’t just a department, division, or section effort – it’s an individual effort. What can each of us do to provide a superior experience for our customers?

While our individual responsibilities may vary, no matter at which level or in which department we work, each of us has an impact on King County residents in some way. That makes us all accountable for the results we deliver, for the attitude we bring to our work, and the way we show up in our jobs. It’s how we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive.

Please take a moment to watch this short video where employees discuss what “We Drive for Results” means to them. Your supervisor will also soon discuss what this value means to you and your team, and how it applies to you and your work.

In the end, driving for results is about how we serve our customers. Our customers expect good results. It’s up to each one of us to provide them.

Sincerely,

Gary Kurihara

Chief Performance Officer