Breaking backpack records: ReOpp Back-to-School Resource Fair hands out 544 backpacks ahead of new school year
Crossposted from Best Starts for Kids Each year the Reconnect to Opportunity (ReOpp) Back-to-School Resource Fair hands out free school supplies, backpacks, food bags, and more to young people across King County, in partnership with dozens of community organizations. This August was no different, with the fair distributing a record number of backpacks: 544 to community members. Families with kids getting ready for preschool all the way through high school attended the fair. A total of 488 community members received resources including school supplies, food bags with fresh produce, and of course, backpacks. Read more.
King County to observe Labor Day holiday on Monday, Sept. 7
Most King County offices will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 7. Due to the nature of our work, some services will continue as normal while others will operate on a reduced schedule. Metro will be on Sunday service. If you have any questions about your schedule, please talk to your supervisor. Offices will return to normal service on Tuesday, Sept. 8.
Executive Zahilay opens modern recycling and transfer station to serve South King County, contributing to cleaner, safer, healthier communities while improving the natural environment
King County Executive Girmay Zahilay recently led the opening celebration for a state-of-the-art recycling and transfer station that makes it safer and more convenient for South King County residents to recycle and dispose of hazardous waste, contributing to cleaner, safer, healthier communities while improving the natural environment. The new South County Recycling and Transfer Station – mostly powered by renewable energy and the first facility of its kind to earn Salmon-Safe certification – offers recycling services for appliances, glass, metal, plastic, wood, cardboard, paper, and yard waste, none of which are offered… Read More
Preparing for emergencies in National Preparedness Month
September is National Preparedness Month and King County wants to help you stay safe – and keep your family and community safe – in the event of an emergency. The best time to prepare for a natural disaster or emergency is before it happens. Here are some steps you can take to be more prepared: Make a plan workbook: Use the Get Ready King County fillable workbook to start (or continue) your preparedness journey. The step-by-step workbook guides you through the resources and items you need to be ready for an emergency. Personal and… Read More
Changes to recycling and confidential shredding services
Crossposted from the DES Express The supplier for confidential records destruction is now Iron Mountain. King County’s contract with Key Works/SeaDruNar for confidential document shredding has expired. The locked bins provided by Key Works/SeaDruNar were removed as part of the contract closure, and new secure bins from a new contractor were placed in various locations in county buildings. Read more.
Quick guide for parents and caretakers: What vaccines your child needs
As you prep for school or childcare, Washington State Department of Health (DOH) makes it easy to know which vaccines are required for kids. These simple charts from Washington DOH’s School and Child Care Immunizations webpage walk you through what’s needed at each age: Required Immunizations for School-aged Children and Required Immunizations for Childcare. The following blog has resources for you to check if your child is already up to date on their vaccines and more. Learn more.
Celebrating excellence: Honoring Metro’s Operator of the Year Tamieko Cook
Crossposted from Metro Matters At King County Metro, celebrating excellence in public service is one of our proudest traditions. This year, Metro proudly recognizes Tamieko Cook as our Operator of the Year. Cook was celebrated today at a ceremony at Metro’s South Base attended by King County leaders and colleagues from across the agency. General Manager Michelle Allison told those gathered: “Tamieko Cook is in a class of her own. You’ve earned this recognition not just for what you do, but for how you do it—with heart, integrity and a deep commitment… Read More
Executive Zahilay statement on Transportation Benefit District legislation
Recently, King County Executive Girmay Zahilay released the following statement after his administration transmitted new legislation that will allow the county to assume the duties and functions of the King County Transportation District (KCTD). This change is being proposed in partnership with members of the King County Council, which plays a key role in allocating and approving funding: “Maintaining safe, reliable roads and bridges and a connected regional transit system are essential to King County’s future. As part of my commitment to build a better government, my administration has examined tangible ways… Read More
Employees, test your knowledge with the King County Ethics Quiz
Crossposted from the DES Express How well do you know the King County Code of Ethics? The Ethics Program has launched a free, self-paced Ethics Quiz that employees can take anytime to test their knowledge and learn more about the county’s ethics standards. The quiz is designed to increase awareness of the Code of Ethics, the Ethics Program, and the resources available to employees. It also helps reinforce key ethics concepts, challenges your knowledge through real-world questions, and gives the Ethics Program valuable feedback about employee perspectives on ethics in King County. Ethics education is an… Read More
Airport teams up to help Department of Local Services
Crossposted from the DES Express King County is all about collaboration to solve problems. King County International Airport (KCIA) teamed up with Fleet Services to help the Road Services Division of the Department of Local Services. Roads recently needed help with about eight miles of painted markings. KCIA has a Stripe Hog machine, made by Hog Technologies, that can be used for a variety of maintenance activities including rubber removal, pavement marking removal and cleaning. The Stripe Hog uses high pressure water (up to 40,000PSI) to either clean or remove painted markings…. Read More
