Dr. Gene Mueller retires after 12 years at Regional Animal Services of King County
Crossposted from Tails from RASKC Dr. Gene Mueller, manager of Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC), is retiring after 12 years at the helm. His retirement was Dec. 6, 2024. “Regional Animal Services wouldn’t be the model of caring, compassionate animal care it is today without Gene’s leadership,” said King County Executive Dow Constantine. “As he heads into a well-deserved retirement, Gene leaves RASKC in great shape for the future.” “I’d like to thank Executive Constantine, our staff and volunteers, and our whole community for trusting me to lead RASKC for… Read More
King County expands Mobile Crisis Teams for adults to reach more people, faster
Crossposted from Cultivating Connections King County marked a new milestone recently in our progress to make sure community members receive timely and effective behavioral health care in a mental health or substance use crisis. On Dec. 2, the Behavioral Health and Recovery Division (BHRD) launched its new mobile rapid-response crisis teams for adults, adding 10 new teams in the field, plus new services and providers to the program. “We’re building a robust crisis system where everyone has access to the care they need, when and where they need it — reducing hospital… Read More
King County Metro has second-fastest rider increase in U.S.
Crossposted from Metro Matters King County Metro has the second-largest rider increase in the country. The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) announced the results in its “Transit Wrapped 2024” report. Among the nation’s large transit agencies—those with 50 million or more annual trips, Metro ranked second in the percentage ridership increase over the past year. “We’ve been proud to lead the way nationally and to make transit the best way to travel our beautiful region,” said King County Executive Dow Constantine. “In 2024, Metro added roughly 3,700 weekly bus trips, launched the… Read More
2025 MLK Jr. calendars now available to order
The 2025 MLK Jr. calendar, designed by artist Barbara Earl Thomas, is now available for King County employees to order. All orders will need to be submitted via the order form by Friday, Dec. 20, 2024. Listed below are the guidelines for submitting orders: Only one order per section is allowed. Please identify one person in your section/department to coordinate and submit your order. Minimum order is 50 calendars and increased in increments of 50 (50, 100, 150, 200, etc.). We will not be accepting individual orders and you will need to coordinate with your… Read More
Ready to help: Department of Local Services prioritizing storm-damage property applications
Crossposted from King County Local King County recognizes the toll the recent storm took on many in the unincorporated areas, including those who suffered property damage. The Department of Local Services wants to help unincorporated King County residents whose properties were affected by quickly processing their damage repair permits. Our Permitting Division asks property owner’s to apply for a damage assessment inspection online once an owner’s property has been secured to prevent unauthorized entry. Inspection staff will then conduct a damage assessment inspection, report on findings, and direct the property owner on additional permitting… Read More
Off-duty King County Metro bus driver honored for heroism
This article and video originally appeared on “Seattle Refined.” When one King County Metro driver’s heart attack sent a bus down an embankment, an off-duty colleague intervened to save the driver and the passengers. King County Metro Bus Operator Chyee Howell was driving the family car with two of her children and her niece on July 12 when they first noticed a Metro bus that had gone off the road. The bus was partly on its side and had come to a stop midway down a ravine with the vehicle’s engine still… Read More
Seattle Kraken hockey discounts for upcoming games
King County employees can now take advantage of discounted tickets to see the Seattle Kraken hockey team. Discounts are available for several upcoming games, now through Jan. 30. View upcoming games here, and use promo code SEACITY to purchase. See all available employee discounts on the Employee Discount webpage.
Cirque du Soleil KOOZA at Marymoor Park, Jan. 19 – Mar. 16, 2025
Cirque du Soleil returns to Marymoor Park with KOOZA, a show that combines two circus traditions: acrobatic performance and the art of clowning. The show highlights the physical demands of human performance in all its splendor and fragility, presented in a colorful mélange that emphasizes bold slapstick humor. King County employees receive 20% off by using this link for select seats/dates. For VIP packages and groups of 10+, contact Michael.Ciaccia@cirquedusoleil.com for details + added savings.
King County biologists report the strongest return of Lake Sammamish kokanee salmon in a decade, a possible breakthrough after a near extinction
King County biologists recently reported the strongest return of adult kokanee salmon in the Lake Sammamish watershed in a decade, a potential breakthrough for the freshwater species after nearly going extinct a few years ago. At least 6,800 adult kokanee salmon have returned from the lake to their spawning ground this season after 10 years of alarmingly low returns, including just 19 salmon returning to spawn during the 2017-2018 season. The strong return occurred six years after King County Executive Dow Constantine directed the Department of Natural Resources and Parks to enact… Read More
Brothers close out family tradition with their retirements
Cross-posted from the DAJD Employee News Officers Jim and Mike Breiner, who followed their father into a corrections career, are both retiring with 30 years of service. But not before passing on their knowledge to the next generation of officers. Read more.
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