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Department of Local Services brings together unincorporated area utility providers to share experiences from ‘bomb cyclone’ and other severe weather
Crossposted from King County Local Last November, a rare “bomb cyclone” pounded the Puget Sound region. The storm downed trees and knocked out power and other services for weeks in parts of unincorporated King County. This week, the Department of Local Services invited representatives from utility providers and partner agencies that serve unincorporated King County for a discussion about communication, coordination and recovery during the storm. The discussion also covered lessons learned and ways to collaborate and strengthen partnerships to better serve communities during major weather events. Read more.
Exclusive savings to various parks through TicketsatWork
King County employees can get two parks for $99 plus free meals – including SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa, Aquatica Orlando or Adventure Island Tampa – through TicketsatWork. Learn more and view full offer terms. TicketsatWork is updated daily with seasonal offers and exclusive savings on everything from home entertainment to your everyday needs. Visit ticketsatwork.com/tickets and use the company code KingCounty to begin receiving discounts and extra special offers on your go-to brands and most-loved experiences, including brand new offers on cruises, just in time for spring travel. See all available discounts on the Employee Discount intranet page.
Together We Thrive: Employee Engagement Survey has launched
The Employee Engagement Survey began on March 31 and runs through April 21. On Monday, March 31, eligible King County employees (all Executive Branch employees, employees in King County Elections, King County Assessor’s Office, and King County Council who have worked at the county for at least three months prior to the survey and are not an intern or on an STT assignment) received an email from noreply@qemailserver.com with a custom link to complete the survey. If you did not receive the survy email, please check your email junk or “Other” inbox. If you still… Read More
Providence Swedish and PacMed remain in Regence network
Regence BlueShield and Providence Swedish and PacMed reached a contract agreement late Friday, March 28, 2025. Services provided by Providence Swedish and PacMed providers, clinics, and facilities will continue to be considered in-network by Regence. If you are enrolled in a Regence medical plan and you see a Providence Swedish or PacMed provider, there will be no disruption to your coverage or benefits. For more information, see the Regence News post. If you have questions, please call Regence BlueShield at 800-376-7926 or contact the King County Benefits team at 206-684-1556 or email KC Benefits.
Recognizing Metro’s Operators of the Month, Jan. to Feb. 2025
Crossposted from Metro Matters They are hikers and campers. Motorcycle riders and barbeque enthusiasts. They collect art and guitar pedals! Those who ride with them say “He always greets passengers and ensures they are in a safe position before he starts driving,” “You, kind Sir, brightened my day. A kind smile and a hello go such a long way,” and “Great driver, great smile. She made the whole trip excellent.” They are operators with 150 years of professional driving experience! The operators on your bus are as unique as you, and all… Read More
Shannon Braddock sworn in as acting King County Executive
Today, Shannon Braddock was sworn in as acting King County Executive after a unanimous vote by the County Council. King County voters will elect a new executive in November. Braddock is the first woman to serve as King County Executive. She previously served as Deputy County Executive and has 15 years of local government experience. “It’s an incredible honor to be acting King County Executive. I’m committed to providing strong and steady leadership for the people of King County and delivering the essential services communities rely on, from roads, parks and trails… Read More
Save an extra 20% on TurboTax Full Service through TicketsatWork
King County employees can save an extra 20% on TurboTax Full Service through TicketsatWork. Learn more and view full offer terms. TicketsatWork is updated daily with seasonal offers and exclusive savings on everything from home entertainment to your everyday needs. Visit ticketsatwork.com/tickets and use the company code KingCounty to begin receiving discounts and extra special offers on your go-to brands and most-loved experiences, including brand new offers on cruises, just in time for spring travel. See all available discounts on the Employee Discount intranet page.
It’s time to invite your favorite nonprofit!
Crossposted from KC Employee Giving Now is the perfect time to invite your favorite nonprofit to be a part of the King County Employee Giving Program! Over the last 35 years, our list of nonprofits has grown from around ten to more than 1300, partly because of referrals from Employees. Read more.
Employee Engagement Survey begins on March 31
The Employee Engagement Survey begins on March 31 and runs through April 21. Your input is important, and we hope to hear from everyone. The survey will take 15 – 30 minutes, and your responses can have a lasting impact on how we work together and support one another. Whether it’s about communication, growth opportunities, or workplace culture, your feedback is important. On Monday, March 31, eligible King County employees (all Executive Branch employees, employees in King County Elections, King County Assessor’s Office, and King County Council who have worked at the… Read More
DES one of the shining stars at Employee Giving celebration
Crossposted from the DES Express The Department of Executive Services (DES) shone brightly at a celebration of the 2024 Employee Giving Campaign, held on February 26. Department leadership accepted awards given to DES for the highest participation among departments with more than 600 employees. All DES ambassadors were recognized as “Outstanding Ambassador” for their contributions. Pictured from left, John Taylor, Department of Local Services Director and co-chair of the Employee Giving Campaign; Lorraine Patterson-Harris, Department of Executive Services (DES) Director; Tom Koney, DES Deputy Director; Nathan Emory, Emergency Management Ambassador; and Jorge… Read More
Mental health services expand at Seattle school-based health centers
Crossposted from Public Health Insider Young people in King County have been in need of more access to mental health services in a time when the Surgeon General has declared youth mental health a public health crisis. “There was a mental health crisis as students came back to school in the wake of COVID,” said Noir Goldberg, a 2024 graduate of Ballard High School and former executive board member of the Seattle Student Union. “So many students were suffering but were having a hard time finding a therapist in their community because of… Read More
Together We Thrive: Employee Engagement Survey is coming on March 31
The Employee Engagement Survey is returning and will take place March 31 – April 21. Your feedback is invaluable in shaping the future of our workplace. Keep an eye out for the survey link that will land in your inbox on March 31, and let’s get ready to share what makes us thrive! Note: District Court, Superior Court, and the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office are not taking part in this survey. Check out the video below to learn more!
DES Director’s Office employees repack 4,300 pounds of food
Crossposted from the DES Express Thirteen employees from the Department of Executive Services (DES) Director’s Office sorted and repackaged nearly 4,300 pounds of baked goods at Food Lifeline recently. That’s a lot of dough! The Director’s Office has volunteered at Food Lifeline for four consecutive years as a team-building activity and to give back to the community. Food Lifeline’s mission is to feed people experiencing hunger today while working to end hunger for tomorrow. Groups of volunteers sort and repack food at their Seattle warehouse in two-hour sessions, helping feed people facing… Read More
Introducing Sunaree Marshall, the new Housing and Community Development Director
Crossposted from Cultivating Connections King County Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) warmly welcomes Sunaree Marshall as the new director of the Housing and Community Development (HCD) division. Sunaree brings 15 years of experience in housing and community development and has helped oversee HCD programs, including critical funding and investments that have supported King County’s flagship Health Through Housing Initiative, expanded the County’s Housing Finance Program, provided critical operational funding to organizations working with people and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness, and strengthened countywide affordable housing policies. Read more.
King County Metro restarts fare enforcement March 31
Crossposted from Metro Matters Starting March 31, King County Metro Fare Enforcement Officers will ask riders for proof of fare payment on buses and streetcars. Friendly, verbal reminders will be given to riders who did not pay. Metro first will focus fare inspections on RapidRide routes, other high-ridership bus routes and the Seattle Streetcar. “Metro relies on fares to provide safe, clean and reliable transit service, however we estimate that one-third or more of our riders are not paying their fare,” Metro’s Chief Safety Officer Rebecca Frankhauser said. “By restarting fare enforcement,… Read More
Available discounts for The Summit at Snoqualmie and UW Husky baseball
King County employees can now take full advantage of two new discounts. The Summit at Snoqualmie: Save up to 15% on select online Winter 24-25 lift ticket reservations using discount code 25Summit7jmq. Offer applies to select winter season lift tickets when purchased online in advance. Offer is not valid for tickets purchased prior to this offer launch or for onsite purchases. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. University of Washington Husky baseball: The Diamond Dawgs are back at Montlake and are happy to offer discounted tickets to local Washington and government employees… Read More
DHR’s “Legacy” pages to be deleted on March 31
King County has launched a new Employee Intranet homepage, along with an intranet site and updated public-facing pages for the Department of Human Resources (DHR). These changes centralize employee information into a single portal, accessible only to King County employees, while also making it easier for residents to find what they need on kingcounty.gov. New pages: King County Employee Intranet homepage (SharePoint) Department of Human Resources Intranet (SharePoint) Department of Human Resources public webpages Important: DHR’s existing “legacy” pages on kingcounty.gov are scheduled to be deleted on March 31. If a DHR URL contains the… Read More
Providing reentry supports for veterans following incarceration
Crossposted from Cultivating Connections Returning to the community after incarceration poses new and unique challenges, especially for veterans. Getting identification and taking care of physical and mental health needs are a priority, and so is finding employment, securing housing, and accessing food and transportation. Understanding all of these systems can be challenging. Recognizing the specific needs of veterans returning to their communities after incarceration, King County’s Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) launched the King County Veterans Reentry Program (KCVRP) last year. Empowering veterans to successfully rebuild their lives and reintegrate into society, KCVRP helps… Read More
Inquest Program collaborates with 4Culture to bring art to a courtroom
Crossposted from the DES Express When the Inquest Program started moving into a vacant courtroom in the King County Courthouse, the room looked, well, a bit dismal. “It was a courtroom that hadn’t been regularly used for the last few years,” said Claire Thornton, an Inquest Program attorney. “There was dust everywhere. Members of the team pitched in to clean, mop, and wipe shelves down.” Once Courtroom E-753 was painted, Thornton, whose husband is an artist, felt like the room really needed art. The program once was housed in the Clark Children… Read More
Discount available to April 24 comedian performance
Employees can receive $10 off for each ticket to an upcoming Jeff Dunham performance. Thursday, April 24, 7 p.m. at the Tacoma Dome. Learn more and purchase tickets here. See all available employee discounts on the Employee Discount webpage.
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