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Tech Tip: Connecting to a meeting display or projection system
Q: I have my new laptop and noticed that the Window+X feature doesn’t work the way that it used to… I used to use it a lot especially because I present so often. When I use the Window+X feature, something different shows up. A: With Windows 10 there are two main things to consider when connecting to a meeting display or projection system: Windows+P will get you to display options for duplicating/extending your screen between multiple monitors. For turning on presentation mode you still use Windows+X, then select Mobility Center, then you’ll see a box for turning Presentation… Read More
Kudos! Many thanks to FMD maintenance crew and KCIT staff for helping make move a smooth transition
Recently, the Department of Public Defense’s Associated Counsel for the Accused Division (ACA) moved to the newly renovated 10th floor of the Dexter Horton Building. Thank you to the Facilities Management Division maintenance crew and KCIT staff who successfully moved more than 70 ACA employees to their new location. We appreciate your work in helping make this challenging move go smoothly!
Employee Discounts to Monster Energy AMA Supercross
Supercross Racing is coming to Seattle April 7 and King County employees are eligible for discounted tickets. Monster Energy AMA Supercross, Saturday, April 7, 6:30 p.m., CenturyLink Field, Seattle. Get details. See all available discounts on the Employee Discount page.
Social Media Spotlight: King County TV Facebook
The variety of programming on King County TV reflects the range of regional and local issues facing King County government, and the public services it provides – from transportation and public health to criminal justice and environmental protection. Follow King County TV on Facebook today. Click here to view all King County social media pages.
Happy mix-up leads to a forever home
Crossposted from Tails from RASKC We are so excited to share the story of this lucky little lady who found her new family in a very special way! A few weeks ago, RASKC was contacted by TiER1 Performance Solutions, a consulting firm based in the Cincinnati area. TiER1 had received a request from a 10 year-old boy named AJ who was looking for a new dog. They believed there had been a mix-up between their Adoptify, a gamified system that assists large companies with change readiness, and the new pet adoption initiative “Adoptify” launched… Read More
Construction now underway on a major Duwamish River water quality project
Crossposted from Clean Water Stories Our Georgetown Wet Weather Treatment Station Project team celebrated a major milestone late last week, as local dignitaries gathered to help them break ground on this $262 million project. When it’s completed in 2022, the new station will keep up to 70 million gallons of stormwater mixed with sewage out of the Duwamish River during heavy rains. The project will protect water quality and keep a promise to invest in the environmental and economic health of the local community. Read more at Clean Water Stories
Check out King County’s list of new and improved gym discount partners
Crossposted from Healthy Incentives Spring into fitness with the revamped gym discount partners! Whether you’ve wanted to try a new class or you’re just getting started on your health/fitness journey, King County is here to support your health goals. Employee Health & Well-Being is working hard to be more responsive to employees’ needs. We heard a lot about gym discounts during last year’s input process. Many employees liked that we offer the discounts, but would like to see deeper discounts and more variety in the types and locations of gyms and studios. Read more… Read More
EGP Committee – Now recruiting!
Crossposted from KC Employee Giving If you are interested in joining the EGP Committee, know that coffee is on us! What? You read that right. A cup of coffee on us. The King County Employee Giving Program (EGP) is currently recruiting for 6 open slots on the EGP Committee. The Committee is made up of King County Employees from across the County and provides the strategic vision of the program and are key participants in its success. Additionally, the Employee Giving Program provides leadership and development opportunities that may not otherwise be… Read More
Seattle’s World Cup bid gains County support
The Metropolitan King County Council today gave its unanimous support to the City of Seattle’s bid to be a host city of the 2026 Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup. The legislation comes on the heels of last month’s action at the Seattle City Council to declare its own support for the effort. “The Puget Sound region has a history rich in its support for and love of soccer,” said Sounders FC owner Adrian Hanauer. “It’s incredibly exciting that Seattle is in the running as a final host city for the 2026 FIFA… Read More
Congratulations Karleen Sakumoto on your retirement!
On Tuesday, March 6, employees from across the County joined County leaders, former colleagues, and business and labor partners to celebrate the career of Karleen Sakumoto, who is retiring from King County after 38 years of service. Karleen served every County Executive from John Spellman to Dow Constantine, the last 12 years as Manager of Employee Health and Well-Being, overseeing the creation of the nationally recognized Health Incentive program. Karleen’s legacy will live on through her achievements, the relentlessly positive attitude she brought to work every day, and the many memories she leaves us with. … Read More
Daylight Savings reminder: “Spring forward” March 11
Just a friendly reminder to all employees that Daylight Savings will begin this Sunday, March 11 at 2 a.m. Don’t forget to move the clock forward by one hour!
Women’s History Month proclaimed by Council
The King County Council is proclaiming March as Women’s History Month. The vote occurred on the same day the council took yet another significant step in making the county code gender-neutral. The council took the opportunity to celebrate the historic contributions that women of every race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic background have made, and continue to make, in the growth, and strength of King County, Washington State, our nation, and around the world. “While celebrating how far we’ve come we must also acknowledge the work that remains to be done,” said Councilmember Jeanne Kohl-Welles…. Read More
Celebrating International Women’s Day
Today, March 8, is International Women’s Day, and King County Executive Dow Constantine has signed a Proclamation recognizing and celebrating the day. In King County we join the global community today to celebrate “the economic, political, and social achievements of women around the world… and to recognize the obstacles women still face in the struggle for equal rights and opportunities and their central role in creating positive change,” Executive Constantine said in the Proclamation. You can read the Executive’s International Women’s Day Proclamation here.
What honor means
This article is shared from the Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention’s In Depth column and is featured courtesy of Linda Robson, Communications Specialist with the Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention. The sudden blare of the dispatch radio jolted the silent crowd inside the packed auditorium. The words crashed down like giant shards of glass from the arena’s loud speakers, cutting and wounding every ear. “Pierce County Unit 4-8-4………” “……… Pierce County Unit 4-8-4………” “……… 4-8-4, no answer..…Out of service.” “……… Gone, but not forgotten.” As the final radio call for Pierce… Read More
DNRP employee’s multimedia story featured online
After a year-and-a-half of work, four road trips, and thousands of mile in her car, Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) Community Relations Planner Monica Van der Vieren created three story maps that promote bison and prairie conservation: On the Trail of the North American Buffalo. Along the way, Monica’s ESJ training at King County helped her to recognize the opportunity to reshape the narrative of the contributions of North American native peoples to bison recovery after near extermination. “I had a truly transformative moment on the road. After five years of hearing the… Read More
Featured Job: Housing Repair Inspector – Engineer II
Closing date/time: 03/11/18 11:59 PM (GMT -8:00) Salary: $73,132.80 – $92,684.80 Annually Location: Chinook Building – 401 5th Ave, Seattle Job type: Term Limited Temporary, Full Time, 40 hrs/wk Division: Department of Community & Human Services Summary: The Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) provides equitable opportunities for people to be healthy, happy, self-reliant and connected to community. Join our dynamic and energetic team, the King County Housing Repair Program. We inspect dwellings for health and safety, building preservation issues and address housing code violations. We provide program information to community stakeholders… Read More
Kudos! Public Health campaign receives regional and national recognition!
The We Are 1 HIV PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) social marketing campaign, which was spearheaded by Public Health – Seattle & King County, received both a regional and a national award from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). The multi-media HIV prevention campaign, which took place in King , Pierce, and Snohomish County, received a regional Totem Award from PRSA Puget Sound for its creativity and accomplishment within the public relations industry in the Puget Sound area. This award also recognizes projects and programs that demonstrate excellence in public relations, and that rise above the competition. The campaign then went on… Read More
Social Media Spotlight: King County Solid Waste Facebook
We bring the best people together to deliver value to our customers and stakeholders and continuously improve waste prevention, resource recovery, and waste disposal. King County operates eight transfer stations, two drop-boxes, the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill, and many programs to help customers recycle. Learn more about the Solid Waste Division at kingcounty.gov/solidwaste. Follow King County Solid Waste on Facebook today. Click here to view all King County social media pages.
Nominate an Administrative Professional and save the date for Administrative Professionals Recognition event, April 25
Recognize an exceptional administrative professional in your area or someone you work with that has gone above and beyond to provide you with exceptional service. Any King County employee is eligible to nominate an administrative professional for recognition. All nominations are due by close of business day on Friday, March 30. Nominations can be submitted electronically here, or via or a scanned paper nomination form, and sent directly to AdministrativeProfessionals@kingcounty.gov. To review the eligibility and nomination process, visit the Administrative Professionals website. Also save the date for the third annual Administrative Professionals Recognition Day Event. The event will be held on Wednesday, April 25 from 11:30… Read More
Rev Up For Retirement seminar, April 25
Are you too young to think about retirement? Think again! This retirement overview is for anyone who thinks they may retire in the next few years. With increasing concern over the future of Social Security and the stability of retirement plans, it’s a good idea to stay informed and prepare in advance. Join us for a three-hour seminar featuring guest speaker Jean Cormier, who will discuss your Medicare choices and options, and representatives from the Social Security Administration and the Retired Public Employees Council of Washington. We’ll also talk about the current… Read More
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