Additional discounts to Kraken hockey games
Additional discounted games in April are now available for King County employees to attend. Purchase tickets here.
- Thursday, April 2: Seattle vs Utah Mammoth
- Saturday, April 4: Seattle vs Chicago Blackhawks
- Thursday, April 9: Seattle vs Vegas Knights. Mariners night! The Seattle Kraken have collaborated with the Seattle Mariners to create the first ever Mariners Night at Climate Pledge Arena! Come help us Defend the Deep and show your love for Seattle Sports as we take on the Vegas Golden Knights on April 9.
- Saturday, April 11: Seattle vs Calgary
- Monday, April 13: Seattle vs Los Angeles Kings. Seattle Kraken Fan Appreciation Night. Every fan will go home with a limited-edition cooler backpack!
See all available discounts on the Employee Discount intranet page.
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WSDOT e-bike rebate program is back
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has relaunched WE-bike, an instant rebate program that helps Washington residents purchase certain cycling equipment and electric bicycles, also called e-bikes. As of March 30, people across the state are able to apply online for one of these instant rebates.
The program will randomly select applicants monthly starting April 13, 2026 through March 29, 2027. Applicants only need to submit one application to be considered for the monthly selections. This grant program is entirely funded through Climate Commitment Act revenues and is available for instant rebates of either $300 or $1,200 per person, depending on income qualifications.
Visit the dedicated WE-Bike Program website for more information and to apply. For questions about the WSDOT e-bike incentive program or the application process, visit wsdot.wa.gov, email EBikesWSDOT@aptim.com, or call 1-833-909-4222.
For more information about this program and other Employee Transportation Program options, visit kingcounty.gov/ETP.
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Meet the SCOPE Team, connecting services directly to your community
The Supportive Community Outreach, Programs and Engagement (SCOPE) is a multifunctional customer service team within the Department of Community and Human Services that provides centralized information and resource referrals, making it easier for residents of King County to access the services they need.
The SCOPE team aim to help residents connect to resources, navigate services, or bridge short-term financial gaps.
“In addition to running our customer service center, the SCOPE team is out in community hosting a series of resource events, holding presentations, and gathering feedback from human services providers and community members to help us understand service gaps in the community,” explained Enedelia Nicholson, SCOPE Center Manager. “We then work as a team to address them and discuss how we can close the gaps and help our community with the needs that they have.”
The SCOPE Team is hosting a series of Community Resource Events across King County to help connect King County residents with the critical programs and services they need to thrive. Join us to connect with local organizations and services funded through the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy (VSHSL).
The next Community Resource Event will be held on Monday, April 20, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center, 5011 Bernie Whitebear Way, Seattle, WA 98199. Register here. Download a shareable flyer here.
King County residents can receive individual support by connecting with the SCOPE team through phone (206-809-7115), chat, or in-person appointments.
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Executive connects with youth at King County youth detention facility
Last Friday, Executive Zahilay visited the youth detention facility at the Judge Patricia H. Clark Children and Family Justice Center alongside staff, to connect with youth through basketball, conversation, and arts activities. A powerful portion of the visit included a musical performance by a young man who was aging out of the facility and preparing to transition to adult custody. The visit reflects the Executive’s commitment to staying connected to young people in county custody and building systems that prioritize rehabilitation, so that the hardest moments in a young person’s life do not determine the rest of it.
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Executive Zahilay Transmits $394 Million Supplemental Budget to King County Council
Today King County Executive Girmay Zahilay transmitted a $394 million supplemental budget to the King County Council. This proposal will amend the 2026-2027 budget adopted in November.
The package responds to urgent community needs and advances the administration’s priorities including keeping residents safe, expanding access to affordable housing and critical services, strengthening county infrastructure, and building a more accountable and efficient county government.
“Every dollar in this budget is a commitment to the people of King County,” said Executive Zahilay. “From keeping our communities safe during a historic World Cup, to making sure families have a roof over their head, to standing with our immigrant and refugee neighbors who deserve to live without fear, to delivering a government that is more present, more accountable, and more responsive than ever before. And we’re doing all of this while being responsible stewards of public dollars.” Read more.
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On the hunt for a hidden source of poop pollution
King County typically enjoys a reliable abundance of rainfall. And once it hits the ground, rainwater seeps into soil or runs along streets and parking lots, flowing into storm drains, and disappearing underground.
…Or does it?
In some parts of King County, stormwater can travel through miles of pipes, creeks, or both before finally emerging in lakes or the Puget Sound. During its journey, stormwater can mix with the E. coli bacteria found in poop from people, pets, and wildlife. Poop-contaminated water can threaten community health and close swim beaches and shellfish harvesting areas. Read more.
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Metro’s bus stop schedules are getting a fresh new look
Crossposted from Metro Matters
King County Metro is rolling out updated bus stop schedules designed to be easier to read and more helpful for riders with our semi-annual service change on March 28.
These refreshed schedules come after we listened to customer suggestions. They make better use of space and include useful details like fare information, the customer service number and other rider resources (when room allows).
One important update we want riders to know about is how to read the new schedule layout: Schedule times now flow from top to bottom instead of left to right. This change creates a cleaner look and helps riders follow their trip information more easily.
You’ll start seeing the new design at stops across the system soon. We’re excited to bring you improvements that will help make your trip planning smoother and your ride with Metro even better.
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New youth mental health urgent care now open in Kirkland
Crossposted from Cultivating Connections
As part of the voter-approved Crisis Care Centers initiative, we are excited to share that youth behavioral health urgent care is now available at our first Crisis Care Center, Connections Kirkland — whether or not you have insurance.
The Crisis Care Centers initiative is making sure everyone including children and teens have access to free 24/7 behavioral health crisis services, including:
- Someone to call: 988 Crisis Line
- Someone to respond: Crisis Response Teams operated by the YMCA
- Somewhere to go: Our first Crisis Care Center, Connections Kirkland
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Women on the front line: The longest flood activation in at least 40 years
Historic flooding in December 2025 from back-to-back atmospheric rivers was an all-hands-on-deck response that required three weeks of 24/7 monitoring. With multiple rivers throughout King County experiencing extreme flooding at the same time, staff took on shifts and supported the coordinated flood response in positions outside of their normal day-to-day jobs, lending their expertise to meet the demands of emergency response and communications.
Women responded in full force during this record event. In the Department of Natural Resources and Parks, women hold diverse roles from across STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics), administrative, project management, and communications fields. Women were in lead roles during the flood, managing upwards of 100 staff to deploy on rotating shifts, communicating across jurisdictions and agencies, and leading emergency repair construction crews. Read more.
Pictured: From left to right, flood responders Susan Hepburn, Jessy Hardy, Sophie Brooks, Zanna Kelley, Heather McPherson, and Marisa Landicho.
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Executive Zahilay announces new Regional Relationship Managers
King County Executive Girmay Zahilay announced four additions to his team who will help the County be better connected to the communities we serve.
“One of the ways my administration is showing up differently is through our new Regional Relationship Managers,” Executive Zahilay said.
“This is a new team structure that reflects our commitment to being in community. These leaders are a key part of how the Executive Office stays connected to communities across King County. They build relationships, stay grounded in what’s happening across regions, and help inform how we respond as a County.
They work alongside cities, community organizations, businesses, and residents to surface priorities, strengthen coordination, and help ensure our work is responsive to local needs.
Our Regional Relationship Managers bring deep experience, trusted relationships, and a strong understanding of the communities they serve.” Read more.
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