Flood reduction grant opportunity deadline is May 27
The King County Flood Control District has announced the availability of $3.3 million in grant funding for projects that reduce the impact of flooding in King County. Eligible applicants include homeowner associations, non-profit organizations or associations, schools, special purpose districts, tribes, cities and towns within King County and King County agencies. Individuals who need funding for a local flooding issue are encouraged to work with an eligible group to apply for a grant. Projects must provide a flood reduction benefit so that it directly addresses existing or potential flooding. The deadline for… Read More
Drug court graduation draws media attention
Public defender Natasha Coleman recently asked King County Superior Judge Cheryl Carey if graduates from the King County Adult Diversion Drug Court could share a talent at their graduation ceremony. The judge agreed, and the first such performance happened Wednesday, when rapper Shelby Allen – a 22-year-old man and one of Natasha’s clients – shared his story and his appreciation for Drug Court through a rap he wrote. KCTV, KING5 and KIRO radio were on hand to observe him. Natasha said Shelby was thrilled. “It was the best ceremony I have ever… Read More
Kudos! Seattle Times recognizes KC Metro driver for exceptional service
The Seattle Times recently profiled KC Metro driver Cherry Gilbert noting her positivity and good-natured approach to her work. “Cherry Gilbert is so well suited to her job behind the wheel that she’s never caused an accident or gotten a complaint. In fact, she’s never even lost her cool. She’s so good-natured that she’s completely unfazed by drivers who honk or cut her off, bicyclists who flip her off, or passengers who ramble, yell or curse.” Read more at the Seattle Times. Image courtesy of The Seattle Times.
Employee discounts: Sounders FC and Mariners
King County’s Employee Discount Program has new discounts available: Seattle Sounders FC – Saturday June 25, 2 p.m. Sounders FC vs. New York City. Ticket prices: Green Zone (Hawks Nest) $24; Balcony (first four rows of 300 level) $27. To take advantage of this offer, click here to purchase tickets and then enter the Special Offer Code: Employee2016. If you do not already have an account you will need to create one. If you have any issues with this offer please contact Gary Boyle. Seattle Mariners – Friday, May 13 vs Los Angeles Angels, and Friday, August 19 vs Milwaukee Brewers. Ticket prices: $12… Read More
Meet our new Lean Transformation Director
Crossposted from the Lean In King County blog A message from our King County Executive: I am pleased to announce that we have selected Gary Kurihara to lead us on the next phase of our Lean journey as our Lean Transformation Director. Gary comes to King County with experience across several industries and, most recently, led a Lean transformation of a major corporation with more than 18,000 employees in the United States. Read more at Lean in King County
KCIT wants to share Earth Day kudos with DNRP!
When it comes to Earth Day, move over Department of Natural Resources and Parks and shine a little green glory on KC Information Technology (KCIT)! While it’s true we don’t clean water, recycle asphalt shingles or plant trees, our paperless programs (SharePoint, CRM, paperless paychecks) can save a forest! Yep, KCIT is helping green the entire county with new processes, technologies and applications.
Mark your calendars: Alaskan Way Viaduct shutdown begins April 29
Commuters and drivers should start planning now; use http://www.99closure.org Starting Friday, April 29, the Washington State Department of Transportation will close the viaduct between South Spokane Street and the south end of the Battery Street Tunnel. This closure is expected to start prior to the morning commute and last approximately two weeks as the SR 99 tunneling machine Bertha digs underneath the roadway near Yesler Way.
2016 Special Election ballots mailed out
The Elections Department has mailed ballots for the April 26, 2016 Special Election to all registered King County voters. Only certain jurisdictions are participating in this month’s election so not everyone will receive a ballot. For a detailed list of what is on the ballot, please visit the King County Elections website. The May Presidential Primary Election ballots will be mailed on May 4. Please remember: Do not use interoffice mail service to return a ballot. Also, do not return ballots to the Voter Registration Annex. The April election day deadline is… Read More
Kudos! Courteous, engaging bus driver makes this rider’s commute “the best”
Recently, this bus rider took to Twitter to share her praise for a particular driver. Kudos to this King County employee for providing excellent, high quality customer service!
Featured Job: Climate Engagement Specialist
Closing Date/Time: Mon. 04/25/16 4:30 PM Salary: $78,644.80 – $99,673.60 Annually Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week Location: King Street Center – 201 S Jackson St, Seattle, Washington Department: Department of Natural Resources & Parks – Director’s Office Description: This position will act as King County’s climate engagement and communications lead and will work across King County agencies to implement the commitments of King County’s 2015 SCAP. This position will require strong engagement in ways that help support, communicate and bring funding to diverse climate-related projects and programs. This role… Read More
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