Progress across communities, waterways, and projects in 2025
Crossposted from Clean Water Stories As we look back on a year of progress, the past couple of weeks have been a sharp reminder of why our mission matters. Severe flooding across King County and other parts of the state has pushed rivers over their banks, damaged properties, cut off roads, and disrupted daily life in many communities. As conditions remain challenging, our operators, engineers, and support staff are responding in real time, keeping facilities running and protecting public health and the environment. We prepare all year for major storm events, and our work… Read More
King County Sheriff’s Office: 2025 Year in Review
Take a look at this video to see the King County Sheriff’s Office accomplishments in 2025.
Looking back on 2025, an unforgettable year for environmental stewardship
Crossposted from DNRP Field Notes Our best accomplishments – those that produce lasting, measurable results – are those we achieve with our partners. It’s a consistent theme you see throughout our top achievements in 2025. In our coordinated response to catastrophic flooding, wastewater infrastructure upgrades that improve salmon habitat, new trail segments in South King County and Redmond, community investments that reduce waste and cut greenhouse gas emissions, and hopeful signs for kokanee salmon recovery, you consistently see the power of collective action. We invite you to take a moment to check… Read More
King County International Airport levels up on carbon reduction goals
King County International Airport-Boeing Field (KCIA) has taken another step forward in its journey toward becoming carbon neutral. Airports Council International (ACI) recently informed the airport that it has met the standards for Level 3 in the Airport Carbon Accreditation Program (ACAP) by engaging airport tenants and users to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. “Reducing greenhouse gas emissions at the airport helps King County residents, especially those who live and work nearby,” said King County Executive Girmay Zahilay. “Achieving Level 3 in the Airport Carbon Accreditation Program shows that the airport is… Read More
2026 Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, Jan. 15
Community members and King County employees are invited to join in honoring our nation’s foremost human rights leader and King County’s namesake, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The theme for the 2026 Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration is “mentorship”, and the accompanying quote by Dr. King Jr. is “We must walk on in the days ahead with an audacious faith in the future.” The event will feature remarks from Executive Girmay Zahilay, an MLK Proclamation by Council Chair Sarah Perry, the honoring of Larry Gossett Service Award Recipient, Blackpast.org, and refreshments. Thursday, Jan…. Read More
Cybersecurity Training due by Jan. 30, 2026
All King County employees must complete Cybersecurity Training by Jan. 30, 2026. Employees enrolled in training should have received an email from KCIT’s vendor (KnowBe4) with links to their assigned learning modules. Total instruction time is about 60 minutes. Cybersecurity training is an important safeguard that helps protect vital King County systems; the number of employees that complete training each year impacts our insurance rates. Thank you for doing your part to protect King County! For assistance, contact the KCIT Helpdesk.
Road Services crews protect communities during record flooding
Crossposted from King County Local When record rain and flooding hit our region, the Department of Local Services worked around the clock to keep our communities safe—monitoring conditions in real-time; responding quickly to hazards to our roads and bridges like flooding, slides, and debris; reinforcing and fixing levees; sharing critical health and safety information; and providing uninterrupted support to the countywide Emergency Operations Center. The department’s Road Services Division is responsible for more than 1,500 miles of roads and 192 bridges in unincorporated King County. These roads are lifelines for residents, businesses,… Read More
King County turns eye toward recovery after historic flooding and severe weather hazards
King County Executive Girmay Zahilay announced that King County has begun shifting from 24/7 emergency response to monitoring and recovery, following weeks of flooding and hazardous weather conditions. “Our region has experienced a significant natural disaster that has upended many people’s lives and greatly strained our infrastructure, such as roads and levees,” said Executive Zahilay. “We know that the damage caused by this flooding can feel overwhelming and stressful, which is why we want to make sure our residents have the resources and support they need as we begin to recover.” Read more.
Did you enroll in a new Securian voluntary benefit?
If you enrolled in one of the new voluntary benefits during Open Enrollment—accident, critical illness, or hospital indemnity insurance—your coverage became effective on Jan. 1, 2026. Watch your inbox this week for an email from Securian with specifics about your new voluntary benefit(s), including: Where to get coverage details Information about your annual $50 health and wellness benefit How to file a claim If you have general questions or need assistance, call Securian Financial Customer Service at 855-750-1906. For claims assistance or to file a claim over the phone, call Securian Claims… Read More
New pharmacy benefits manager for Regence medical plans
On Jan. 1, 2026, Ventegra replaced CVS Caremark™ as the pharmacy benefits manager for employees on a Regence medical plan—both KingCare and KingCare Select. Ventegra offers a large nationwide pharmacy network including all the major chains and independent pharmacies, mail order and specialty drug services, and highly trained clinical and member support services. See the Ventegra Brochure for an overview. Read more.
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