SeattleU offers 15% tuition scholarship for King County employees who are MPA students
Seattle University is now offering a 15% tuition scholarship for King County employees who join the Master of Public Administration (MPA) program starting in Summer 2026 and continuing through the 2026-2027 academic year. The MPA program is NASPAA-accredited and built for people who work full-time. Participants can start in any quarter, and classes take place in the evenings and on weekends. Students learn useful skills in policy, public management, and leadership. Classes are small, teachers give close support, and students can apply what they learn right away. For employees thinking about taking… Read More
City of Seattle, SeattleFWC26 and King County Metro partner to provide local youth access to FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches
Crossposted from Metro Matters Seattle Mayor Katie B. Wilson, in partnership with the Seattle FIFA World Cup 2026™ Local Organizing Committee (SeattleFWC26) and the generosity of Seattle sports teams, businesses, and community leaders, announced a landmark initiative that will send over 1,400 youth and their caregivers from across our region to FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches in Seattle. Each participating youth will receive a match ticket, a stadium food voucher and a Seattle FIFA World Cup 26™ scarf, creating a complete and memorable matchday experience. Select nonprofit groups will also receive dedicated shuttle service to and from matches in partnership with King County Metro. “King County is proud to… Read More
Superior Court clerk fee schedule revisions for 2026
The Clerk’s Office has updated the fee schedule for 2026 based on the fee changes approved by the legislature in HB 2543. Below is a summary of the changes and a link to the updated fee schedule. These changes are effective on June 11. Changes to existing fees: Providing a copy without a seal will be $0.50 per page, regardless of the format (paper or electronic). Preparation of a copy of the audio or video recording from a court proceeding will change to $25 per court day. For materials sent via US mail,… Read More
Check in on your finances with MSA: Plus a chance to win
With My Secure Advantage (MSA), King County employees have access to tools and resources designed to help you better manage your money. Whether you start with a quick assessment, a one-on-one Money Coaching session – or both – you’ll get a clearer picture of your finances and a plan to move forward with confidence. As an incentive, employees who complete a money coaching session or financial wellness assessment by July 31 will be entered into a drawing to win a $50 Amazon gift card. Click here to get started today. What you can… Read More
Juneteenth an observed County holiday on June 19
King County government will observe Juneteenth as a paid holiday and most King County offices be closed on Friday, June 19. Due to the nature of county work, some services will continue as normal while others will operate on a reduced schedule. Metro will remain on regular weekday service. June 19 is also a FIFA World Cup match day. View road closure schedules and traffic information for around downtown Seattle and Pioneer Square here.
Join colleagues across King County to celebrate Juneteenth
On Thursday, June 18, employees are invited to join colleagues across King County and community members for King County’s Juneteenth Flag Raising celebration in advance of the federal holiday on June 19. All interested employees are welcome to attend with supervisor approval. Participation is completely optional. The event will include light refreshments, music, and remarks from employees and community members whose leadership, advocacy, and service continue to advance Black liberation, social justice, and strengthen African American communities across King County. Thursday, June 18 at noon, King County Administration Building Plaza, 500 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104 Juneteenth marks the day… Read More
Creating a safer Metro: Our Behavioral Health Support program
Crossposted from Metro Matters On any given day, a King County Metro bus ride can be a crossroads—where someone heading to work might sometimes sit beside someone navigating homelessness, trauma or crisis. Metro’s Behavioral Health Support team was created for those moments. With compassion at the center of their work, these specialists show up in transit spaces to listen, de-escalate crisis and connect people to the care they deserve. The Behavioral Health Support program or BHS is a partnership between Metro and Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS), launched in April… Read More
Aaron Parker earns service award
Crossposted from the Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention Employee Newsletter Community Corrections Division Director Aaron Parker was honored recently with a Community Service Award from a local civil rights organization that focuses on the legal system. The Loren Miller Bar Association presented Parker with the award on May 8. The recognition occurred during the 58th Annual Philip L. Burton Memorial Scholarship Dinner in Seattle. The award is given to a lawyer, non-lawyer, or law firm who has given back to LMBA, the African American community, or the community at large in a meaningful… Read More
New one-stop employee Intranet site for the County’s new Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values
On Thursday, June 4, Executive Girmay Zahilay launched our new Vision, Mission, and Values for the Executive Branch. “Together, they define where we are headed as an organization, the role we play in serving our communities, and how we will work together internally to deliver on those external priorities,” says Executive Zahilay. To help employees learn more about the new Vision, Mission, and Values, King County has launched an intranet page. It’s a new one-stop-shop page with a collection of links and information called “Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values.” The page includes: Mission statement Vision statement ACTIVATE Values descriptions and key behaviors Executive Zahilay… Read More
Mystery on the Green River: What killed these young salmon?
Crossposted from Headwaters A cold April rain fell on the Green River but the research carried on. Chris Gregersen and Dan Lantz, ecologists from King County’s Science Section, floated down the river’s mainstem and poked into its tributaries listening for loud, electronic beeps from their tracking antennas. Each beep meant a juvenile Chinook salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha) – previously tagged by our team or other researchers – was swimming below. Every beep was a reason to celebrate, especially in weather like this. But as they paddled up Kent’s Mill Creek in search of more… Read More
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