Discounts available through TicketsatWork: Discount flight reservations and TurboTax
King County employees get access to exclusive discounts and deals through ticketsatwork.com.
Discount flight reservations: Save up to 20% on flights with special, negotiated rates and substantial savings. Learn more here.
Save an extra 20% on TurboTax Full Service: King County employees can save an extra 20% on TurboTax Full Service through TicketsatWork. Learn more and view full offer terms.
TicketsatWork is updated daily with seasonal offers and exclusive savings on everything from home entertainment to your everyday needs. Visit ticketsatwork.com/tickets and use the company code KingCounty to begin receiving discounts and extra special offers on your go-to brands and most-loved experiences, including brand new offers on cruises, just in time for spring travel.
See all available discounts on the Employee Discount intranet page.
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Records Management reminder: Managing records saves us money
Did you know that managing records saves money for King County? One of the key features of good records management is the process of legally disposing of records and information that we do not need to retain. Disposing of records has a direct impact on the money we spend and allows us to achieve one of our county’s values of being responsible stewards. It also directly supports Executive Zahilay’s policy goal of Better Government.
- Less staff time spent on searching for and responding to Public Records Requests, or locating records needed for other business reasons,
- Less IT staff time and resources spent on storing and backing up data,
- Less risk of fines or other citations for failing to comply with the Public Records Act or in litigation,
- And more!
There are many ways that you can contribute to the effort of saving the county money:
- Identify and delete transitory records
- File inactive electronic records to Content Manager (CM)
- Follow any records management best practice or guidance
For more information, visit the County Records and Information Management Program’s website or contact them at records.management@kingcounty.gov. The County Records and Information Management Program (CRIMP), in the Department of Executive Services, provides guidance, resources, and training to all King County employees to assist them with managing King County’s public records according to state and local legal requirements and best practices.
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DCHS-led Health Through Housing initiative hits major milestone
King County’s Health Through Housing (HTH) initiative is currently housing over 1,000 formerly homeless King County residents, a major milestone! This effort, within the Department of Community and Human Services’ (DCHS) Housing and Community Development Division, is a critical part of King County’s efforts to end homelessness through emergency and permanent supportive housing. The initiative combines stable housing with onsite services, which has been shown to improve residents’ health and keep them in the communities they call home.
The HTH team opened multiple sites in the past few months and are continuing to move people in, ending their experience of chronic homelessness. A special thank you to the Facilities and Management Division for their continued partnership and dedicated work making this happen. You can learn more about this impactful program on the Heath Through Housing website, and in a recent blog about the new, life-changing Booker House in Federal Way. Way to go, Health Through Housing team!”
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New “Deputies with Dogs” campaign underway for the underdogs
Crossposted from the DES Express
Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) and the King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) have launched a new “paw-tnership” to help spread the word about animals in need of homes. A recent photo shoot, with results posted on social media, highlighted “Papa,” a nine-year-old German Shepherd who is currently in a foster home.
“RASKC is always looking for opportunities to expand our presence and showcase the animals we have,” said Valerie Orsi, assistant manager for operations at RASKC. “With this collaboration, the intent is to feature the animals that might be in foster care, the older ones, and maybe even the ones that might struggle to show their true personalities in their kennel.” Read more.
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VIDEO: A unique salmon recovery partnership in King County has proven to be an effective model for collective impact
Crossposted from King County Field Notes
Twenty-five years after creating a first-of-its-kind regional partnership for salmon recovery, King County and a coalition of partners are celebrating progress and renewing the alliance for another decade.
The partners have so far reconnected 730 acres of floodplain, completed 719 salmon recovery projects, and planted native vegetation in nearly 1,500 acres of riparian areas while also improving water quality, reducing flood risks, and expanding public access to greenspace. They are achievements that would have been nearly impossible without the agreement signed in 2000 that unified investments and aligned actions across jurisdictional boundaries. Read more.
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Executive Zahilay transmits legislation to expand Metro bus service and strengthen Link light rail connections in South King County
Crossposted from Metro Matters
On Monday, King County Executive Girmay Zahilay transmitted legislation to the King County Council proposing major updates to Metro bus service across South King County as part of the multi-year South Link Connections project.
The proposal builds on the recent opening of the Kent-Des Moines, Star Lake, and Federal Way Downtown Link light rail stations and would create a more connected, reliable transit network serving Algona, Auburn, Burien, Des Moines, Federal Way, Kent, Normandy Park, Pacific, SeaTac, Tukwila, and nearby unincorporated areas.
If approved, the new service would launch as part of Metro’s August 2026 service change. Read more.
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In the field with Executive Zahilay: Listening to staff and empowering solutions
During my first months in office, I have made it a top priority to get away from my desk and into the field to meet with King County employees. I believe leadership starts with listening, and these experiences have grounded me in the day-to-day work that keeps our region running and given me tremendous appreciation for the hard work and dedication of King County employees.
In December, I joined King County Metro staff at the Mosaic of Us event at Metro’s Central/Atlantic Bus Base, celebrating the strength of our diverse workforce. I also stopped by the King County Sheriff’s Office to meet with deputies and staff and share my appreciation for the work they do to keep our communities safe. Additionally, I joined Senator Patty Murray for a tour of the Emergency Operations Center, meeting staff who played an integral role in keeping residents safe and informed during the historic flooding. Read more.
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Discounts available for upcoming Kraken and Mariner games
King County employees can take advantage of several hockey games this March. Purchase tickets here.
- Monday, March 2: Seattle vs. Carolina Hurricanes
- Saturday, March 7: Seattle vs. Ottawa Senators
- Tuesday, March 10: Seattle vs. Nashville Predators
Additionally, discount tickets are available to upcoming Mariners games. Purchase tickets here.
- Saturday, April 11: Seattle vs. Houston Astros
- Friday, June 19: Seattle vs. Boston Red Sox
- Sunday, Aug. 23: Seattle vs. Chicago Cubs
See all available discounts on the Employee Discount intranet page.
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The 2026 Noxious Weed List is official!
Crossposted from the Noxious Weeds Blog
What does it mean to be a noxious weed?
“Noxious weed” is a legal designation. To become a noxious weed a plant must first meet four criteria.
- Introduced to Washington state (non-native)
- Spread beyond where they are planted
- Create harm where introduced*
- Difficult to control
*This harm can be agricultural, such as reducing crop output, ecological, such as out competing our native plants, or physical, such as toxic to humans or livestock. They can impact wildlife, human health, land value, recreation, and natural resources.
Anyone can nominate a species, but only the Washington State Noxious Weed Control Board defines which plants are noxious. They also determine where weeds are required for control based on how widespread they are and their impact. County Boards have the power to select species and areas to set priorities beyond what the law requires but must request a change in a weed’s designation from the state board to reduce control requirements. Read more.
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Updated King County Critical Area Ordinance enhances protection for environmentally critical areas, supports housing, and commercial agriculture
Crossposted from King County Local
King County has completed the first major update in two decades of its regulations for developing land near wetlands, streams, and other critical areas.
Developed through three years of research, planning, and public discussion, the updated King County Critical Area Ordinance is a set of land use regulations intended to safeguard environmentally critical areas, communities, and infrastructure.
The Metropolitan King County Council adopted the final ordinance on Dec. 2. Please continue reading for more information on when the ordinance becomes effective, frequently asked questions, next steps, and updated permitting guidance. Read more.
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