Sobering Center to temporarily move to King County Administration Building
Crossposted from Cultivating Connections The King County Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) is moving the Sobering Center from the Yesler Building to the downtown Administration Building on a temporary basis. Effective this month, the new site will provide a safe location with an improved layout for clients and staff. Pioneer Human Services, the County’s longtime sobering center operator, will continue providing the essential onsite services needed for this specialized setting. Part of the County’s crisis services available to residents, the Sobering Center provides a safe space for people to sleep off the effects of acute alcohol or drug… Read More
Scammers targeting lost pet owners by phone and text
Crossposted from Tails from RASKC Scammers are contacting owners of lost pets in our area, claiming their pet has been found needing surgery and demanding immediate payment. Some are using AI-generated images of an animal in surgery as “proof.” These are scams! Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) will never ask you for payment by phone or text to treat your sick or injured pet! Do not send money, provide bank or card info, or use payment apps. If you think your lost pet is in our shelter, visit kingcounty.gov/LostAPet or stop by in person weekdays from noon… Read More
Attend a Deferred Compensation Plan Board meeting
The King County Deferred Compensation Plan helps employees save for retirement through automatic pre-tax and post-tax contributions. The plan is governed by a nine-member board of current and retired King County employees with the assistance of an independent financial consultant. The board monitors fund performance, ensures effective and inclusive communication, makes plan policy and design decisions, and ensures compliance with King County’s Strategic Plan for Equity and Social Justice. The King County Employees Deferred Compensation Plan Board meets on the second Wednesday of every month and all employees and participants are welcome to attend… Read More
IT Helpdesk (Cherwell) ticketing blackout Aug. 14 to 16, as Neurons prepares for launch
King County’s current IT service management system, Cherwell, will soon be replaced by a new system called Neurons. As part of the cutover, Cherwell will go offline the evening of Aug. 14, creating a temporary ticketing blackout from Friday, Aug. 14 to Sunday the 16. During this time, employees will not be able to submit new tickets or view existing tickets. After‑hours support will still be available for urgent IT issues. All tickets submitted before Aug. 14 will be automatically moved into Neurons and will be available again when the new system launches on Monday,… Read More
Accessing Naloxone (NARCAN®) Nasal Spray in King County
Overdose is the leading cause of preventable injury death in King County, but an easy-to-use nasal spray (naloxone) can save lives. When someone is overdosing, you can be the difference, and you don’t need to be a doctor to help. King County employees are permitted to carry and administer naloxone while on the job, if they so choose. Here’s your guide to finding naloxone in King County and Washington and how to access overdose prevention training. For those who can, King County encourages accessing naloxone over the counter or through pharmacies with… Read More
Executive Zahilay transmits implementation plan and new name for King County’s behavioral health sales tax
Crossposted from Cultivating Connections The legislation reflects extensive community engagement, modernizes one of King County’s most important behavioral health investments, and renames it the King County Behavioral Health Bridge. Executive Girmay Zahilay transmitted legislation to the King County Council that would guide one of the County’s largest local investments in behavioral health through 2034, reflecting extensive community engagement to better address the county’s most pressing behavioral health needs. Read more.
Check out the new Executive’s Corner: Your source for Executive Office updates
Team, Every day across King County, important decisions are being made, milestones are being reached, and people are doing incredible work to serve our communities. Staying informed about that work, and the priorities guiding it, helps us stay connected as one organization. That’s why I’m excited to introduce the Executive’s Corner, a new space on the employee intranet where you can find news, announcements, and updates directly from me and the Executive Office. Whether you’re looking for the latest announcements from the Executive Office, information on our Executive Orders, news releases, leadership information, video messages, or… Read More
Stars, stripes, and second chances
We’re celebrating 250 years of the red, white, and blue! Adopt any dog or kitten from Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) for just $50 through July 31. See our selection of adoptable pets here, or visit us at the King County Pet Adoption Center, located at 21615 64th Ave. S. in Kent. Adoption hours are noon to 5 p.m. weekdays, and noon to 4 p.m. weekends. See all the adorable adoptable pets we have waiting for you at kingcounty.gov/AdoptAPet.
Records Management Reminder: Retain each email in a thread
Each email has unique metadata, including some data we do not even see when viewing our emails in Outlook. When emails are viewed as part of a thread or chain, some of that metadata for the previous emails can be lost. It is for that reason that state guidance and case law requires that we manage each email, even if the text of those emails are included in a single thread or chain. The exception to that is are emails that are transitory and can be deleted at any time. For more information, review the Email… Read More
Mid-year reminder: Make the most of your FSA dollars
We’re halfway through 2026, and it’s a good time to check your Flexible Spending Account (FSA) balances and take steps to make sure you spend your remaining funds before the end of the year. Here’s some additional reminders: Health Care FSAs Use Health Care FSA funds to purchase summer-related items such as sunscreen, first aid kits, and prescription sunglasses. Schedule any necessary back-to-school check-ups and sports physicals if you have children. Many over-the-counter items are FSA-eligible, such as pain relievers, cold and allergy medicine, antacids, and feminine care. See the complete list… Read More
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