Report non-urgent public issues with the Find It, Fix It mobile app
It’s easy for residents and people working in Seattle, including King County employees, to report non-urgent public issues. The City of Seattle’s Find It, Fix It mobile app is a simple way to report an issue, track reports, and view service requests. Examples of issues include a streetlight outage, clogged storm drain, graffiti, abandoned vehicles, illegal dumping, unauthorized encampment, and potholes. If you see an issue that needs addressing near or on the way to a County workplace in Seattle, use the app to report it. The app is not for reporting urgent… Read More
Recognizing heritage and history: Bus shelter photomurals celebrating King County’s Latino community
Crossposted from Metro Matters A celebration of the beauty and identity of the Latino community can now be seen through photomurals in King County Metro bus shelters around the region. The murals are a partnership between Metro and Latino Northwest Communications. The highlight of the April 19 community event in the University District was the unveiling of photos recognizing the Ballet Folklòrico Bailadores de Bronce and a performance from the group created by students at the University of Washington. The new bus shelter photomurals highlight the diverse cultures throughout Latin America, from… Read More
Recognizing Arab American Heritage Month
Crossposted from Metro Matters April is National Arab American Heritage Month—a time to honor the culture, heritage and contributions of Arab Americans, whose stories and experiences are deeply woven into the fabric of our nation. Across the country, more than 3.5 million Americans trace their roots to 22 countries spanning the Middle East and North Africa. Arab Americans have long been part of the American story—pioneering advancements, leading with vision and enriching communities through service and innovation. Their dedication continues to inspire efforts toward greater access, opportunity and inclusion across industries, including… Read More
Earth Week 2025
Join King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks as we celebrate the 55th Anniversary of Earth Day! Earth Day is a special moment for us. It’s an opportunity to thank our employees and partners who work year-round to protect and restore the natural environment for the people, fish, and wildlife of King County. It’s also a time to discover what actions we can all take action to promote a healthier, more resilient, more sustainable future. Join us April 19-26 as we highlight simple ways to care for our environment, whether it’s… Read More
Building on success; moving to new levels of significance: Celebrating Public Health Camp’s past achievements and future vision
By Greg Wilson, Education Engagement Strategy, Environmental Health Services Division, Public Health – Seattle & King County Honoring the past Public Health Camp (PH Camp) is an opportunity for young King County residents to learn about careers in public health by engaging with topics, activities, staff, and partnering organizations from several Public Health divisions and the broader community. PH Camp began in 2023 and quickly gained buy-in as an inaugural activity. 2024’s camp, held in Downtown Seattle, focused each day on a different foundational public health concept. PH Camp went beyond expectations and was… Read More
From zebras and peafowl to cats and dogs
Crossposted from the DES Express Regional Animal Services celebrates accomplishments during National Animal Care and Control Appreciation Week When zebras escaped from a trailer while being transported to Montana last spring, Regional Animal Services helped corral the cleverest one that had been on the loose for days. When a horse trailer blew a tire recently, RASKC responded. After someone called complaining about peafowl at a Kent apartment complex, animal control officers from RASKC captured and relocated at least four of the birds. While these were among the incidents that grabbed headlines last year,… Read More
Community Service Area Civic Connectors holds inaugural meeting
Crossposted from King County Local Strong communities rely on engaged people and government working together, which is why the Community Service Area Civic Connectors program is so important. Recently, the Department of Local Services brought together people from across unincorporated King County to help empower them to become engaged with their local government. More than 30 people who are part of the program joined Director Leon Richardson and other members of our team at Renton Technical College for the group’s first meeting. Local Services is working with this passionate group so that,… Read More
2024 in Review: Developmental Disabilities and Early Childhood Supports Division highlights progress made for children, adults, and workforce
Crossposted from Cultivating Connections The past year marked important milestones and successes for the Developmental Disabilities and Early Childhood Supports Division (DDECSD). We made great strides in supporting children, young people and adults; bolstering the workforce who make the programs we do possible; and ensuring communities have access to the tools and resources they need to be successful. Read more.
FOX covers behind the scenes of Guardian 1 and all its glory
Crossposted from the King County Sheriff’s Office newsletter Recently, Fox 13’s reporter AJ Janavel went on a ‘fly along’ with the KCSO Air Support Unit to show viewers their importance to the department. Watch the story here.
National Telecommunicators Week April 13-19
As we celebrate Telecommunicator Week, we want to highlight the great work that the King County Sheriff’s Office call takers and dispatchers do 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our telecommunicators are the heartbeat of public safety, guiding help to those who need it most and supporting our deputies every step of the way. We see you, we appreciate you, and we thank you. Your steady voices, sharp minds, and unwavering dedication makes a large impact on our deputies and the communities we serve.
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