On 100th Day, Executive Zahilay announces new Executive Order to strengthen governance and fiscal oversight
On Wednesday, March 4, Executive Zahilay shared the following message: This morning, I hosted a press conference to announce several actions our administration is taking to strengthen county government, prepare for the challenging budget forecasts that lie ahead, continue improving how we manage public funds, and identify savings opportunities. Today also marks my first 100 days in office since our inauguration on November 25. I say our inauguration because this is a team sport. Our shared success as King County government is dependent upon one another. One thing I know for certain is that King County’s… Read More
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As a King County employee, you have access to a catalogue of more than 2,000 online learning courses related to personal and professional development, computer and technical skills, and dozens of other topics designed to help you reach your personal and professional goals. NEOGOV Learn (employee access only) gives you access to thousands of courses, allows you to customize and track your learning, lets you access assigned courses, and provides credit for attending King County classes, workshops, and webinars. You can access NEOGOV Learn in three ways: Login through single sign-on (SSO). Open the NEOGOV… Read More
Infrastructure for the future: Fall City’s septic upgrade supports local businesses
Crossposted from King County Local If you’ve driven through Fall City recently, you may have noticed construction activity behind some local businesses. It’s part of a major infrastructure upgrade: the long-awaited on-site community septic system for the Fall City business district. Since our November update, crews have installed and connected more than half of the septic tanks (40) to the underground treatment plant. The project remains on schedule for completion in Summer 2026, a milestone that will support existing businesses and allow them to fully use their buildings to serve the community. Read more.
Updated King County Critical Area Ordinance enhances protection for environmentally important areas while supporting housing and commercial agriculture
Crossposted from King County Local King County has completed a major update of its regulations for developing land near wetlands, streams, and other critical areas. Created 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 King County Council adopted the final ordinance in December. The term “critical area” refers to land that merits special protection because of its ecological value or importance to public health or safety. Examples include wetlands,… Read More
King County’s new recycling and transfer station in Algona nears completion and features improved water quality, restored habitat
Crossposted from Field Notes When the South County Recycling and Transfer Station in Algona opens this summer to replace its 60-year-old predecessor, customers of King County’s newest solid waste facility will find convenient waste disposal and a wide range of recycling options. Built with a focus on sustainability and environmental stewardship to ensure long-lasting service for communities in and around Algona, Auburn, Federal Way and Pacific, this new station will feature separate disposal areas for commercial garbage haulers and public self-haul customers. Read more.
Healthy beginnings start with educators: Inside the Child Care Health Program
Crossposted from Public Health Insider In classrooms across King County, public health is at work: though not always in the ways you might expect. It’s happening in quiet moments of partnership with early learning educators, through culturally responsive tools and trainings, supported by a dynamic and dedicated team focused on children’s well-being from the very beginning. This is the work of the Child Care Health Program (CCHP) at Public Health – Seattle & King County. Meeting educators where they’re at Every parent wants to know their child is safe, and every educator wants to… Read More
Join the redesigned King County Mentorship Program
The King County Mentorship Program has officially relaunched with a refreshed six-month experience designed to empower employees to build relationships that ensure our collective progress. We are looking for committed mentors who are ready to guide and support mentees as they take ownership of their growth and development. What to do next: Visit the Mentorship Program intranet page to: Learn about the six-month program Complete your role-specific e-learning Attend the role-specific kickoff sessions in March Explore the new Mentorship Guide and other resources Your new journey starts here. Join the relaunched Mentorship Program and help shape the future… Read More
Executive releases recommendations of 100-member Transition Committee
King County Executive Girmay Zahilay has released the report of Transition Committee Recommendations developed by the 100 community members who participated in his Transition Committee in December 2025. “King County residents have delivered a Transition Committee report with policy recommendations for short and long-term actions that our new administration can take,” Executive Zahilay said. “Over the coming months you will see us advancing many of these actions, which primarily focus on the 4Bs: (1) “Breaking the Cycle” of homelessness, addiction, trauma, and incarceration, (2) “Building for Affordability” the housing, childcare, and transit… Read More
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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,… Read More
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