Fresh Bucks RX addresses health disparities
Electronic Benefits Transfer-eligible clients can now enjoy more fruits and vegetables with Fresh Bucks Rx prescriptions redeemable at participating farmers markets in King County. “Fresh Bucks Rx addresses health disparities in low-income communities across Washington,” says Mara Andrus, RD, CD. “Prescriptions were dispensed at Columbia Public Health Center and Kaiser-Rainier Valley.” Thanks to Fresh Bucks Rx, 41 families will be able to redeem Fresh Buck Rx throughout the summer – a value of $15,000 for local, farm-fresh fruits and vegetables. Public Health – Seattle & King County is a partner of the Washington… Read More
Social Media Spotlight: King County Council Facebook
The Metropolitan King County Council governs the 13th most populous county in the nation and the second largest government in Washington state. With over 2 million people living within 2,200 square miles, King County has a larger population than 14 U.S. states and more land area than the state of Rhode Island. Every day King County provides quality regional services to all county residents. King County is also the local government for the 350,000 residents of urban and rural unincorporated areas, and provides services by contract to many of the county’s 39… Read More
Featured Job: County Records Analyst
Closing Date/Time: Continuous Salary: $27.90 – $35.50 Hourly Job Type: Special Duty Assignment or Term Limited Temp (TLT) Location: King County Records – Graybar Building, 410 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, 98104, Washington Department: Department of Executive Services – Records & Licensing Services Division Description: The Records and Licensing Services Division is seeking an enthusiastic records management professional to join our Records Management Program team. We are looking for a candidate who brings records management knowledge, skills, and experience along with passion, inspiration and a strong desire for excellence. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of… Read More
Tech Tip: Stay up-to-date with KCWeb
King County’s intranet, KCWeb, is your one-stop shop for employee news, information and the tools you use every day. Make KCWeb your home page: In Internet Explorer, make sure you’ve closed all open tabs, then open Internet Explorer for the desktop. Tap or click Tools, and then tap or click Internet options. Under the General tab, enter the web address https://kcw.kingcounty.gov/, and then tap or click Apply. You’ll need to restart Internet Explorer to see your new home page. You can change your home page at any time, or set up multiple home pages that will… Read More
Kudos! Resident praises employee for excellent customer service and community impact
The following is a letter from a King County resident giving Kudos to Rita Bellitto, Cable Administrator in the Office of Cable Communications, which helps cable TV subscribers who live in unincorporated King County. Late last year I learned of the existence of and contacted the KC Office of Cable Communications. I spoke with Ms. Rita Bellitto, Cable Administrator. She was fantastic. She took the time to explain what would be involved to have cable services delivered to my neighborhood in Fall City, which is rural and has underground utilities. After almost a decade of my contacting the wrong… Read More
Employee Discounts: Seattle Sounders FC vs. Minnesota United
King County employees can get discounted tickets to the Seattle Sounders FC vs. Minnesota United at 7 p.m. on Sunday, August 20, at CenturyLink Field. Tickets start at $25. Click here to buy tickets. All fans will receive their tickets via email 48 hours before the event. Questions? Call Jordan Long at 206-965-8787 or email him at jordanl@soundersfc.com. See all available discounts on the Employee Discount webpage.
Cine en el Parque: Outreach opportunity
Employees are invited to participate in King County’s Cine en el Parque, Movie at the Park event on Saturday, Aug. 5 at Steve Cox Memorial Park in White Center, for the screening of Moana in Spanish with English subtitles. Cine en el Parque is a terrific summertime outreach opportunity for County employees to reach the Latino community and connect residents with programs and agencies. DNRP would like to invite all departments to participate and promote their community programs and services. Here’s what employees are signing up for: Arrive on site at 5:30 p.m. One or two volunteers (proficient in Spanish is… Read More
President of Chile takes picture with members of ARFF
It’s not every day members of your team get to pose for a pic with a world leader, but this is King County International Airport/Boeing Field, after all. President Michelle Bachelet of Chile was gracious enough to take time out of her busy travel schedule to visit with local law enforcement, including members of our Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) facility. The backstory: Earlier this month, Pres. Bachelet touched down at Boeing Field as part of her visit to Washington state, which included meeting with local leaders King County Executive Dow Constantine and Governor… Read More
Watch your mailbox for Primary Election ballots
King County Elections today mailed ballots to nearly 1.3 million registered voters. This Primary Election includes candidates for state and local offices as well as four ballot measures. King County Elections has opened 10 new drop boxes in time for the Primary Election, for a total of 53 available drop boxes. The new ballot drop-off locations include Kenmore, Mercer Island, Tukwila, Newcastle and Rainier Beach in Seattle. Make sure to read and follow directions on your ballot, sign the return envelope, and get it back before the August 1 election day deadline. Here’s… Read More
KCVP staff receives shout-out at Seattle Mariners game
Shared from the DCHS Touching Base Newsletter Throughout the season, the Seattle Mariners recognize some of the brave men and women of the United States Military (active, reserve, veteran or retired) at each Friday and Sunday home game as part of their Salute to Those Who Serve program. On June 11 Michelle Bregel from our King County Veterans Program – Seattle office was recognized by the Seattle Mariners for her military service and continued service to the veterans of King County. Michelle served on active duty in the U.S. Air Force, Security Police, from 1991-1997. She also… Read More
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