RASKC mobile pet food bank, made possible by public private partnerships
In addition to a small community pet food bank located at the Kent facility, Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) is proudly working with a number of public and private organizations to provide pet food and supplies to the communities we serve. Thanks to the generous donations of national charities, we are working together to distribute food to various locations. An interactive map of these locations is available here.
Mobile pet food banks are also organized throughout the King County area. These pop-up pet food banks will be announced throughout RASKC social media channels and events calendar. Read more about this partnership on the Tails from RASKC blog.
Learn more about pet assistance, pet food banks, and other work RASKC is doing at www.kingcounty.gov/petassistance, or watch the video below.
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Featured Job: Personal Health Services Supervisor – Long-Term Care Facility
Salary: $96,012.80 – $124,716.80 Annually
Location: Seattle, WA
Job Type: Special Duty Assignment or Term Limited Temp (TLT)
Department: DPH – Public Health
Job Number: 2020-11863
Division: Prevention
Closing: 7/27/2020 11:59 PM Pacific
Learn more about this position or view all available positions.
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Public Health supports decisions by schools to begin school year with online learning
Crossposted from Public Health Insider
Public Health – Seattle & King County supports school districts across King County that have made the tough decision to begin the school year with online learning.
The current level of COVID-19 transmission in King County is of serious concern. The increase in COVID-19 cases is continuing with an average of 157 cases per day over the last week, up from 36 cases per day reported in early June. This is the highest volume of cases reported since early April.
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2020 State of the County address
King County Executive Dow Constantine
Dear fellow King County employee,
Today I released my annual State of the County address – from my home in West Seattle. I discussed King County’s historic challenges and changes, and announced new actions in human services, the criminal legal system, and the environment.
In my address, I announced that I intend to propose maintaining the nearly 1/3 reduction in adult detention we have achieved during the COVID-19 crisis, and beginning a phased closing of the King County Correctional Center after the pandemic. And, with youth detention numbers at record lows, I will also propose investments to help create safe and community-based solutions for the increasingly difficult youth cases that remain, fully converting the remaining youth detention capacity to other uses as quickly as possible, and no later than 2025.
I also announced an effort to ensure that every resident has a safe and secure place to call home, and wherever possible not returning people to stay long term in crowded, congregate spaces. This builds on what we learned in our COVID-19 response when we provided shelter residents with individual hotel rooms, which not only prevented the spread of the virus but also improved clients’ physical and behavioral health.
I also spoke about our work to transform internal operations. Several departments, including Executive Services and Local Services, have created new ways to safely deliver what the public needs. The Department of Natural Resources and Parks is leading our pilot of ongoing remote work for employees. We will learn from these examples to determine whether and how to expand remote work across the County – to meet the needs of our residents, take cars off the road, and reduce building emissions, while increasing productivity and engagement.
These are just some of the initiatives and priorities I set out in State of the County address. I encourage you to read the transcript or watch the video, and I look forward to working with you on these and other new proposals in the coming weeks and months.
Together, we will battle through this time of crisis. And not only that… we will use this moment – this unprecedented moment – as the catalyst for real change, to create the community, nation, and world we need.
Sincerely,
Dow Constantine
King County Executive
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The new KCIT Training Hub is now live
King County Information Technology (KCIT) is now offering online trainings for employees – wherever they may be.
KCIT understands that as employees adapt to working from home, they are being asked to use new and changing technologies. The KCIT Training Team wants to support each employee to feel confident in their new, remote work environment. The “Training Hub” provides on-demand, self-guided technology trainings when and where employees need them most.
Employees are encouraged to explore the KCIT Training Hub by:
- Taking a quick, guided tour using the How to Use the KCIT Training Hub Skill Track
- Exploring the KCIT Training Hub home page, and bookmarking it
- Signing up here for free, classroom-style webinars provided by KCIT Training Hub vendor Vitalyst
For more information about the KCIT Training Hub or available webinars, contact the KCIT Technical Training Team at KCITTrainingHub@kingcounty.gov. Note that these webinars are open to other Vitalyst customers, and as such are not adapted specifically to King County best practices.
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Primary election ballots are out
King County Elections mailed out Primary election ballots last week. Voters who have not received their ballot yet can contact Elections at 206-296-VOTE (8683).
This election, voters have the opportunity to weigh in on 52 offices including statewide offices such as Governor, Attorney General, Superintendent of Public Instruction, Congressional representatives, and state legislative seats. Some voters will also have measures from their local fire district on their ballots. Ballots are due by Election Day, August 4, and can be mailed with no stamp necessary or dropped in one of the 69 drop box locations across the county. If mailing a ballot, Elections recommends doing so by the Friday before Election Day to ensure the all-important on-time postmark.
There is still time to register to vote or update voter registration if voters have moved or changed their name recently. Online registration is open until July 27. After that, visit Elections in person at the headquarters in Renton or at the CenturyLink Field Event Center. Click here for addresses and hours.
For questions or assistance in making sure your vote counts, contact Elections at 206-296-VOTE (8683) or elections@kingcounty.gov.
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Metro celebrates the Americans with Disabilities Act’s 30th Anniversary
King County Metro celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Proudly committed to mobility innovations, our entire Metro bus fleet is ADA accessible. Allowing our riders with disabilities to travel with independence ensures all of us are moving forward, together.
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Balanced You financial resource for King County employees facing layoff
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken an unprecedented toll on our economy, resulting in layoffs across many industries and organizations, including local governments. In the event you are facing layoff, or are concerned about potential lay-off, Balanced You has developed the following list of financial wellness resources to support you during this difficult time. Visit the Balanced You blog for more information.
Throughout this pandemic, Balanced You has been inspired by each of you and is grateful to everyone at King County. If you are facing lay-off, please remember these decisions are not a reflection of your work. The skills you brought to King County made us what we are and will be an asset for future employers. If Balanced You can be of assistance to you throughout this process, reach out any time at balancedyou@kingcounty.gov.
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Television programming that celebrates the Americans with Disabilities Act, July 26 and 27
The American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) is turning 30 on Sunday, July 26, 2020. The ADA prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in several areas, including employment, transportation, public accommodations, communications and access to state and local government programs’ and services.
In honor of this groundbreaking legislation, King County, the City of Seattle and the Northwest ADA Center have put together a three-hour block of television programming that highlights individual stories about disability, ways to support accessibility, and challenges that remain for individuals with a disability in our community.
Please join us on the Seattle Channel on Sunday, July 26 from 2 – 5 p.m. and King County TV on Monday, July 27 from 5 – 8 p.m. All programming will be accessible. For the list of programs, view this flyer.
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Pet of the Week: Bert
Hi! My name is Bert and I am available for adoption. My personality color is BLUE. I am a gentle and loving cat who likes to take things slow. I may get nervous in new situations, so I am looking for a family who understands that I might need some time to warm up. Once I get to know you, I will be a very devoted friend! I am an independent kitty who likes to do my own thing! I like getting attention on my own terms. I can get overstimulated with petting, so please move carefully with me and keep an eye out for signs that I might need a break. Because of my shy nature, I would do best in a calm, quiet home.
Read more and view all available pets at www.kingcounty.gov/adoptapet. Have you or someone you know adopted a pet from RASKC? Let us know. We’d love to tell your story.
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