5 ways to stay safe for fall biking
Crossposted from King County Parks Plog The inevitable turn of the seasons brings a whole host of hazards for people commuting by bicycle to work and school. The turn of foliage into autumn’s gentle hues also means leaves will soon start piling up in the bike lane, sticking to rainy streets and generally making a nuisance out of themselves. Add this hazard to oily streets, rainy conditions, and darker times during the commute, and you’ve got quite the gauntlet to run on the way to and from your destination. While some of… Read More
Social Media Spotlight: Best Starts for Kids Twitter
Best Starts for Kids puts every child and youth in King County on a path to lifelong success. Best Starts for Kids is an initiative to improve the health and well-being of King County by investing in prevention and early intervention for children, youth, families, and communities. Follow Best Starts for Kids on Twitter today! Click here to view all King County social media pages.
Tech Tip: End Outlook prompts multiple times
Many of you say that Outlook prompts you to put in your credentials several times a day. This video shows how to put an end to that.
Big changes proposed for 2018 Washington State Noxious Weed List
Crossposted from Noxious Weeds Blog The Washington State Noxious Weed Control Board is considering several significant changes for next year’s state noxious weed list. These include adding small-flowered jewelweed (Impatiens parviflora) and European coltsfoot (Tussilago farfara) as Class A and B noxious weeds, respectively—additions originally proposed by the King County Noxious Weed Control Program. Small-flowered jewelweed is a widespread invasive annual in Europe, native to parts of Asia, that was recently discovered in Washington. It often grows in shady areas like forests, riverbanks, and also disturbed or cultivated sites. The plant is usually 1 to 3 feet tall and has… Read More
Watch your mailbox for General Election ballots
King County Elections today mailed ballots to nearly 1.3 million registered voters. This General Election includes candidates for state and local offices as well as nine ballot measures. Make sure to read and follow directions on your ballot, sign the return envelope, and get it back before the November 7 election day deadline. Here’s how to return your ballot: By mail: Put a first-class stamp on your ballot and mail it back to King County Elections. Your ballot must be postmarked by Election Day. Ballot drop box: Return your ballot to any one of… Read More
2017 Annual Giving Drive: Environment conservation
Crossposted from KC Employee Giving Whether you want to be part of the change in a child’s life or a defender of the environment, the Employee Giving Program’s (EGP) Annual Giving Drive provides a plethora of prescreened nonprofit organizations to choose from. As part of the Annual Giving Drive, week three highlights nonprofit organizations that are preserving the environment for generations to come. Earthshare WA (2500) 1402 Third Avenue Suite 525 Seattle, WA 98101 – Together, championing Washington’s future. Since 1987, EarthShare Washington has helped companies and employees connect with, contribute to, and volunteer for outstanding environment…. Read More
2017 Annual Giving Drive: Emergency and disaster relief organizations week
Crossposted from KC Employee Giving The Employee Giving Program’s (EGP) Annual Giving Drive is back in action, and with the recent natural disaster devastating parts of the United States and other countries, this week’s focus is on emergency and disaster relief organizations. The EGP provides prescreened nonprofit organizations to King County employees, where they can give back to their communities directly through a preferred organization(s) via payroll donations, time donation, credit card and check. This year’s fundraising goal is $2 million, and with six weeks to go, every King County employee can still be a part of the 2017 Annual… Read More
Breaking down barriers with Supported Employment
King County’s Supported Employment Program matches job seekers with developmental disabilities to jobs by identifying efficiencies and unmet needs throughout King County government. King County is celebrating Disability Awareness Month in October and recognizing the work that County employees do to serve and support people with disabilities in our community, including the Supported Employment Program. Many divisions have partnered with Christina Davidson, Supported Employment Program Manager, to hire through the Program to meet their business needs. Recent hiring Departments and Divisions include: Dept. of Natural Resources and Parks in the Solid Waste, Wastewater and Parks Divisions, Dept…. Read More
Snoqualmie Summit discount and special offer for discounted Teatro Zinzanni tickets
Discounts for the Summit at Snoqualmie 2017-2018 Season Pass are available through December 31, 2017. To take advantage of the King County Discount for Xpass (all ages), Limited pass (covering adult, young adult, teen and youth) and Unlimited (covering adult, young adult, teen, youth and child) season passes follow these online instructions. To purchase passes for the Snow Guarantee or Senior Pass (ages 62-69) please follow these instructions. More information about the Snow Guarantee can be found here. Information about the discount pricing can be found here. Beginning October 19 Teatro Zinzanni will be performing at King County’s Marymoor Park and is offering a discount to all King County employees. Employees can save over $20… Read More
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