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Marcus Stubblefield: Washing the windows of a glass house
When you ask Marcus Stubblefield why he joined King County to work on juvenile justice issues, his passion for the work quickly becomes evident. “Because there are a lot of folks that are products of that system that look just like me and that system has demonstrated inequities, and I personally believe that you’re either part of the problem or part of the solution,” Marcus said. “You can either throw stones at a glass house, or you can come inside a glass house and wash the windows so you can see out… Read More
Program helps young people mend family relationships, stay out of detention
A young person can act violently in the home for all kinds of reasons. FIRS – Family Intervention and Restorative Services – is an innovative King County program that works to address the underlying issues that led the youth to in-home violence and keep them out of juvenile detention. “Domestic violence can be pretty complex and it’s not just as simple as a kid acting badly and being violent in the home – sometimes it is – but more often there is a bunch of other factors at play,” said Jeremy Crowe,… Read More
Juvenile Justice practices build community for youth, connect them to opportunities
King County is committed to helping youth succeed. Through a variety of services, at-risk youth are given the tools needed to make healthy decisions and are surrounded by a community of adults dedicated to helping each individual make the changes needed to get their life back on track. Understanding that each person faces different challenges, the county’s Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention (DAJD) provides two options as alternatives to secure detention: electronic home monitoring and group care. “Our philosophy has always been placing youth out of detention and focusing on community… Read More
First workshop for US–The Untold Story Project is March 29
US-The Untold Story was launched last month as the most recent installment of the Equity and Social Justice (ESJ) Literary Project, which uses the empathic power of story to initiate discussions of race and racism. The project aligns with the county’s goal to “confront the historical and racial inequities that continue to exist in our community and our organization.” Such inequities lead to “adverse outcomes and conditions for communities of color compared to white communities.” For this reason, The Untold Story project invites members of communities of color within the community of… Read More
Social Media Spotlight: King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office Facebook
Welcome to the official page for the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s office. In our posts you will learn a little more about our approach to justice, and the women and men who work here, who work for you, and who are dedicated to the health and safety of the people of the county named in honor of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Follow KC Prosecutor on Facebook today. Click here to view all King County social media pages.
Featured Job: Budget Analyst – District Court
Closing: 3/23/2018 11:59 PM Pacific Salary: $72,105.12 – $91,767.84 Annually Location: Seattle, WA Job Type: Regular, Full time, 40 hrs/week Department: King County District Court Description: The Budget Analyst for King County District Court is responsible for a wide range of analytical, financial and technical duties involved in the researching, planning, evaluation, preparation, presentation and monitoring of operating and capital budgets and programs. The successful candidate will report directly to the Budget Director, who is responsible for all financial aspects of the Court’s 67 million biennial budget including accounts payable, accounts receivable, trust accounts, collection and time payment services,… Read More
In my own words: Our approach to juvenile justice reform
Dear fellow King County employee, As you know, the wellbeing of youth, including those involved in the justice system, is one of my major priorities. As we set the stage for significant announcements and changes in the year ahead, I’d like to share my thoughts on our approach to juvenile justice reform. Over the past year, I have articulated my vision of what the goal of zero youth detention means, and how to make it happen. Here are excerpts from three speeches so you can better understand my thinking and my values…. Read More
King County announces second season for Trailhead Direct
Shared from the Washington Trails Association After a successful pilot season for the Trailhead Direct, King County has announced the program will continue in 2018 with hopes of expanding. Last summer, the pilot program developed as a joint effort, on behalf of King County Metro and King County Parks Department, to reduce vehicle congestion at popular trailheads in the Issaquah Alps. It was a step towards ensuring more equitable access and public transportation to trails as the demand for hiking opportunities around Seattle, Issaquah and North Bend continue to grow. Read more at… Read More
Tech Tip: Calendar shortcuts
It’s fast and easy to show or hide other people’s calendars that you have to access often. Here’s a screen shot of an example on my own Outlook calendar pane. Right click on My Calendars and select New Calendar Group to create a “folder” so you can organize your calendar shortcuts in a way make sense for you. Then right click the new group/folder and select Add Calendar, then From Address Book… find the person whose calendar you want to add and click OK. Then you can drag and drop the calendar… Read More
Seven lessons from Harry Potter about letting youth lead
Crossposted from the Best Starts for Kids Blog We’ve all seen movies where an adult walks into a young person’s life and everything changes. There are heartfelt monologues, touching moments, and in the best of them, at least one inspiring musical number. While there is a special place in our hearts for these movies, the truth is that young people don’t need adults to save them—they need us to get out of their way. But that doesn’t mean there is no role for adults in youth movements. We need to get behind our… Read More
All-purpose fixers do their thing at free public events
The King County EcoConsumer public outreach program sponsors free repair events around King County (outside Seattle), where people can bring small household items and clothing. Our experienced all-purpose fixers and sewing fixers will work on them, and can help you learn repair tips as well. Each repair event might operate a little differently, based on the venue, the needs of the local community, and more. They might be one-time events, or they may eventually be adopted by a local community and run by other organizations. At these repair events, people bring in items such… Read More
Considering buying a home?
Homestreet Bank offers King County employees a variety of free home buying seminars at Homestreet Bank each month to help demystify the home buying and financing process. In addition, they offer free on-site seminars on a range of topics—from refinancing and remodeling to budgeting and buying your first (or second!) home—in the Chinook Building and King Street Center. For more information and to sign up for a seminar, go to homestreet.com/KingCO and scroll to Upcoming Events.
Director Taniguchi honored for his advocacy of the leadership of women in transportation
Crossposted from Inside Transportation From the time he joined King County in 1983, Harold Taniguchi has always made it a point to surround himself with leaders dedicated to excellence — and in particular with professional women who, in his words, felt “free to speak their minds and were not intimidated by anyone else’s position.” Over his expansive 35-year career, Taniguchi has built a reputation as a leader who supports the professional development of his employees and advances people based on merit and talent. As director of the King County Department of Transportation,… Read More
Code changes strengthen emergency management in King County
King County Council has passed a series of ordinances, strengthening the role and responsibilities of emergency management within King County government. One bill designates Office of Emergency Management Director Walt Hubbard as the lead authority for emergency planning, response, and recovery for King County government, as required under RCW 38.52. This represents a transfer of title and authorities previously assigned to the Director of the Department of Executive Services. Another ordinance codifies our Emergency Management Coordinating Committee (EMCC), charging the group with specific roles and responsibilities for interdepartmental coordination of emergency preparedness matters. The EMCC… Read More
Golden anniversary: King County Metro operator marks 50 years working full-time
Crosposted from Metro Matters John Helm never thought he’d have lasted this long, in the same job, the same city. But given the chance to fulfill his childhood dream, he said retirement surely could wait. Helm reached his amazing milestone Wednesday, March 7, which was 50 years to the day since he first became a bus driver for the Seattle Transit System, a predecessor to METRO and King County Metro. Over modest pizza and cake, surrounded by longtime friends, colleagues and family, John took it all in, a little shy at the… Read More
King County scorecard on legislative session: Progress made on key priorities
King County’s legislative agenda was focused on five priorities: reforming the state’s tax system, protecting Public Health – Seattle & King County’s ability to respond to communicable disease outbreaks, reforming juvenile justice, stabilizing the community behavioral health system, and addressing local roads and bridges. The Legislature took meaningful action on most of these fronts. “In a short session, the Legislature made much progress on issues that have long languished in Olympia,” said King County Executive Dow Constantine. “For the residents of King County, that means more property tax relief, and more access… Read More
DCHS shares evaluation work at J-PAL convening in Santa Clara, CA
Shared from the DCHS Touching Base Newsletter Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) Deputy Director Josephine Wong, June Lee, DCHS Chief, Performance Measurement and Evaluation, and Abby Schachter, Homeless Housing and Services Evaluator attended the J-PAL (Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab) State and Local Innovation Initiative Convening in Santa Clara, CA on Feb. 15-16. They joined other J-PAL grantees, researchers, philanthropy and government officials to share work and learn how other communities have partnered with researchers to conduct evaluations and broker cross-sector data sharing agreements to support evidence-informed decision-making. DCHS received a J-PAL planning… Read More
Bloodworks Northwest is holding an Apheresis and Whole Blood Drive, March 16
On Friday, March 16 Bloodworks Northwest is hosting a blood and apheresis drive on the first floor of the Chinook Building, Room 123. The blood drive is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., closed between 11 to 11:45 a.m. To donate whole blood: Make an appointment, click here or call 1-800-398-7888. To donate platelets: Make an appointment, click here or call 1-800-398-7888. To donate plasma: Please call 1-800-398-7888. (Only AB donors can donate plasma). For more information visit www.BloodworksNW.org/drives (Sponsor Code: 6500). Give Blood, it was meant to circulate!
Perfect timing, adopt this Cutie Pie on Pi Day
Regional Animal Services of King County is helping pets find their forever homes… like Pie! Find out more about RASKC’s work and their adoptable pets here. To learn more about Pie and how much he loves to cuddle, click here.
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