VIDEO: Interim DNRP Director Mo McBroom shares her path to public service
Crossposted from DNRP Field Notes Mo McBroom — appointed by King County Executive Girmay Zahilay in May to serve as the interim Director of the Department of Natural Resources and Parks after serving year six years as Deputy Director — reflects on her journey from a successful advocate in the state’s environmental movement to leading one of the nation’s largest metropolitan natural resource agencies.
KCSO in the spotlight: Air support
Crossposted from the King County Sheriff’s Office employee newsletter The King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) Air Support Unit was recently featured in an industry publication called Vertical Plus magazine, profiling the team and a collaboration with the Spokane Regional Air Support Unit during the World Cup Matches. “We’re covering the stadium and all of the transit routes in and out of the city, but we also then have to respond to all of the patrol calls throughout the entire King County region and remain ready to support our tactical teams,” KCSO Sgt. Eric Gagnon told Vertical… Read More
Ken Guy selected for Outstanding Public Service award
Crossposted from the DES Express Ken Guy, Director of the Finance and Business Operations Division (FBOD) in the Department of Executive Services, has received the Outstanding Public Service Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). Guy was the only recipient from Washington among 49 people selected for the award this year. “This recognition award from the GFOA was unexpected and deeply appreciated,” Guy said. “As I have often said to colleagues, I work with great teams in FBOD and they make my job rewarding and enjoyable every day. That’s why I feel like… Read More
Records Management Reminder: Manage records throughout your employment
As government employees, managing records is a job requirement for each of us. It is not just a role assigned to admin folks; it is a part of all jobs, including those at every level of county government. It is for that reason that each of us should be managing our records throughout our employment, and not just at the end. Employees who are supervisors are also responsible for records that were not managed by their direct reports, and should encourage their staff to manage their records over time. This could include periodically identifying and deleting transitory records, periodically… Read More
Pedals and paws: A summer safety guide
Crossposted from King County Parks This time of year is made for getting outside. With so many people enjoying King County’s parks and trails during the summer, it’s more important than ever that we all do our part to keep these spaces safe, welcoming, and enjoyable for everyone. Two of the biggest ways you can help? Slow your roll and leash up your pup. This summer, King County Parks and partner organizations are teaming up to promote safe, enjoyable experiences across the region. You might see staff out on the trails offering friendly reminders, answering questions, and even rewarding great trail etiquette. Be sure to give them… Read More
Join the Ragnar Trail Rainier Relay Team!
Do you enjoy running? Hiking? Camping? Questionable decisions that somehow turn into great stories? Then Ragnar trail runs might be for you! We’re putting together a team of King County employees for the Ragnar Trail Rainier Relay held Friday, Aug. 21 to Saturday the 22, where teammates take turns running beautiful trail loops, cheer each other on, hang out at camp between runs, and prove that a little dirt, a few hills, and not much sleep can still equal an amazing weekend. No, you don’t have to run a marathon! Ragnar is a relay, so… Read More
2029 midpoint update to the King County Comprehensive Plan: Public input is now open
Crossposted from King County Local King County is starting work on its next update to the Comprehensive Plan (due in 2029), and we’re inviting the public to help shape what’s included. A draft scope of work is now available for review. This document outlines the topics that could be included in the midpoint update, the plan for environmental review, and how community members can get involved throughout the process. For this 2029 Midpoint Update, the county is proposing to focus on three major areas: Climate Change and Resiliency Shorelines Housing The scope of work… Read More
Watch your mailbox!
Your ballot is in the mail. If you haven’t received your ballot by Monday, July 20, give King County Elections a call at 206-296-VOTE. Not sure if you’re registered? Visit VoteWA.gov to register or update your registration information. Vote early! As soon as you’ve made your choices, make a point to return your ballot as soon as possible. Voting early means you can rest assured your ballot is on time and your voice will be heard. For more information about King County Elections visit kingcounty.gov/Elections.
Welcoming new neighbors: King County invests in vital support for immigrant and refugee communities
Crossposted from Cultivating Connections King County Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) seeks to create a vibrant, inclusive, and resilient region where all individuals and communities are safe, connected, housed, healthy, and empowered to succeed. For newly arrived immigrant, refugee, and asylee neighbors, navigating the complexities of a new place can be daunting—especially when facing systemic barriers and the evolving challenges of federal civil immigration enforcement. To meet these urgent and shifting needs, King County DCHS is proud to announce the distribution of $2 million in emergency support funds to address emerging needs among immigrant, refugee, and asylee communities in King County. This… Read More
July is Disability Pride Month – The voices of lived experiences, part two
To celebrate Disability Pride month, the King County Disability Equity Network (KCDEN) gathered reflections from employees living with hidden and visible disabilities about how their disabilities are an asset in the workplace, and how those attributes allow them to effectively serve King County residents. In part two of a multi-part series, KCDEN is sharing these first-person experiences to highlight the contributions of employees with disabilities. Because disability status is often stigmatized, the thoughts are shared anonymously and have been edited for brevity and clarity. “My disability is an asset at work because I am a… Read More
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