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News
The story of the viral fish of Boise Creek
Crossposted from King County Local A King County bridge under construction, a stream reconnected, and a single, determined fish inspiring millions online. These are the elements of an extraordinary story made possible by the King County Road Services Division, whose 26-second clip of a fish fighting upstream on Boise Creek on the Enumclaw Plateau turned viral overnight. Read more.
The importance of disability inclusion at work
Disability inclusion at work is about more than hiring people with disabilities. An inclusive workplace values all employees for their strengths. It offers employees with disabilities, whether visible or invisible, an equal opportunity to fully contribute, perform, and grow. True inclusion is about embracing difference. An inclusive workplace holds everyone to the same standards. But the focus is on outcomes, not on how outcomes are achieved. This means understanding and supporting the different ways that people think, process information, interact with others and achieve their goals. A strong disability inclusion strategy helps… Read More
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Supporting health through giving
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, encourage preventative care, and support organizations working to improve health outcomes and save lives. It is also an opportunity to recognize the important role nonprofits play in advancing research, expanding access to care, and providing support to individuals and families affected by breast cancer, cancer, and overall health matters. Through employee giving, we can make a meaningful difference. Whether you choose to support cancer research, patient support services, or organizations promoting broader health and wellness, your contribution helps strengthen communities and… Read More
Celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Members of King County Disability Services, Metro Transit Disability Services, and the King County Disability Equity Network (KCDEN) attended the Oct. 20, King County Council meeting to honor National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). At the meeting, the Council proclaimed October 2026 as National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) in King County. This proclamation celebrates the 81st anniversary of NDEAM. This is a time to honor the tremendous contributions of people with disabilities in the workforce, and recognize how much stronger organizations become when everyone has the opportunity to thrive. For more… Read More
Recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about domestic violence, signs of abuse, and how we can stop it. Domestic violence can take many forms, including physical, emotional, psychological, and financial abuse. It does not discriminate by age, gender, background, or profession. It can impact our coworkers, our neighbors, and our loved ones. The statistics remind us why awareness matters: These are not just numbers—they represent our neighbors, friends, coworkers, and community members. As an organization, we are committed to fostering a workplace… Read More
Supervisor Spotlight: Highlighting those behind the scenes who keep us moving
Crossposted from Metro Matters It takes a lot of people to keep a transit system running smoothly across 150 routes and over 300,000 boardings a day. Bus drivers are the most visible part of any transit system, but there are people behind the scenes who are just as vital in the day-to-day operation of King County Metro. Their responsibilities include training operators, planning the routes that run throughout the region, and literally being the “traffic controllers” who keep track of the buses on their daily runs. We’d like to introduce you to… Read More
From intern to career service, a full-circle moment for Fanual Tilahun
Crossposted from DES Express Fanual Tilahun, Real Property Agent (RPA) II, recently joined the Facilities Management Division (FMD) as a full-time career service employee. However, his journey with the division started a year ago as a YearUp United intern. Tilahun produced impressive work over the course of his six-month internship and was given the opportunity to extend his time with FMD to complete some projects for the Real Estate Services (RES) Section. Towards the end of his extension, the RPA II opportunity presented itself and Tilahun decided to throw his hat into… Read More
Knowing your role during winter weather and emergencies, Executive branch departments
Being prepared for an emergency helps us to keep one another safe and to continue providing essential services to the people of King County. In the case of a significant disaster or emergency, county leaders must prioritize which functions and services will be provided, and which can be delayed or suspended. This prioritization informs King County’s employee emergency designations. Executive branch departments are in the process of communicating employee emergency designations to their employees using three standard designations: Read more.
Employees, take the Commute Trip Reduction survey, open through Nov. 13
The Employee Transportation Program is distributing the Commute Trip Reduction (CTR) survey to employees at required worksites. This state mandated, commute focused survey contains both required and supplemental questions. The survey should take approximately 5-10 minutes to complete (including supplemental questions). Take the survey to also have a chance to win a $50 or $100 gift card! You must complete the supplemental questions to be eligible. If your worksite has over 100 employees, it is likely CTR required. Complete the survey on the ETP SharePoint page.
Accessible voting events, through Oct. 30
King County Elections is hosting in-person events across the county this election, where election staff will be available to help voters make their voices heard. Whether you need to get registered, get a replacement ballot, or just have questions, accessible voting events are open to all and are especially intended to support voters with disabilities or who need additional assistance. You can learn more about accessible voting here. For more information about King County Elections visit kingcounty.gov/Elections.
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