Employee safety is essential to providing a supportive work environment. Below are several contacts and resources to help every King County employee feel safe and secure.

What: 911. 

When to call: When you have a Police, Fire; or Medical emergency; a situation that could, or does, pose a danger to life, property or both; suspicious activity involving a person(s) or vehicle that appears to have criminal intent; any situation that requires immediate dispatch of an officer; to report a serious crime, such as robbery, domestic violence, or sexual assault.

How: Call 911.

What: Facilities Management Division (FMD) Security.

When to call: To report non-emergency incidents and building security issues; to request an after-hours FMD security escort.

How: Call 206-296-5000, email FMD.Security@kingcounty.gov, or use the online reporting form at www.kingcounty.gov/IncidentReport. FMD Security Escorts can escort you for several blocks from the building you work in downtown to Goat Hill Garage or immediate vicinity bus stops. Advance notice for a Security Escort is appreciated. Call 911 in an emergency.

What: City Hall Park Neighborhood Outreach Team.

When to call: If you see someone in crisis within the City Hall Park service area and want to get them help. The team supports unsheltered people around City Hall Park with access to shelter and housing, as well as helping people in crisis. City Hall Park is adjacent to the King County Courthouse, on the southern side of the building.

How: Call 206-537-3770. Call 911 in an emergency.

What: Metro Transit Police (Non-Emergency Dispatch).

When: If you need an officer to respond or to report a non-emergency. Metro contracts with the King County Sheriff’s Office to provide police services to promote safety and security on and near the Metro Transit System for transit employees and riders. 

How: Call 206-296-3311 for 24/7 assistance. Call 911 if you need immediate help from the police, medics, or fire department. For issues with maintenance and cleanliness, lost and found services or questions about service can call directly to Metro Customer Service at 206-553-3000 or online at Contact Us – King County Metro – King County.

What: Sound Transit Police (Non-Emergency Dispatch).

When to call: Available to respond to non-emergency security concerns and to create a safe environment for riders.

How: Call or text 206-398-5268 and email Security@soundtransit.org. Call 911 if you need immediate help from the police, medics or fire department. For issues with maintenance and cleanliness, lost and found services or questions about service can call directly to Sound Transit Customer Service at or at 888-889-6368 or online at Help and contacts | Sound Transit.

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