The new King County Flood Control District Blog is live! Read about how we are honoring Labor Day and the Unsung Heroes of Flood Protection here: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/honoring-labor…

Today is Labor Day, an opportunity for us all to honor and recognize the American labor movement and the numerous contributions laborers have made in our community. All King County offices will be closed today in observance of the holiday.

Your voice can be part of the future of Metro’s paratransit services! Are you an Access rider, caregiver to an Access rider, or service provider? Help shape the future of Access Transportation by taking the below survey! surveymonkey.com/r/FoPRidersCar…

The results of the Parks Levy survey are in! This spring, more than 4,800 people shared their priorities for the 2026-2031 Levy and the results are live. Click here to learn about the top priorities and themes that emerged and to learn about what's next: publicinput.com/kingcountypark…

Summer is a great time to take transit to sporting events in Seattle. King County Metro 🚏 and the Sound Transit - 🚆 🚈 🚍 serves riders heading to T-Mobile Park, Husky Stadium, Lumen Field, and Climate Pledge Arena! For up-to-date information on your bus sign up here: kingcounty.gov/.../mobile-and…

Bicyclists! Are you ready to ride the new #RapidRideGLine starting Sept. 14? Check out how to use the new indoor bike racks: 1. Enter the back doors. 2. Tap ORCA Card. 3. Lift front wheel and roll bike forward onto rack. 4. To exit, lift handle and roll bike down. Happy biking!

Want to learn more about September Metro bus changes? Join their online info session Tomorrow, Sept. 12, noon-1 p.m. Registration link: kingcounty.zoom.us/webinar/regist… More details are available on Metro’s Sept. 14 service change webpage: kingcounty.gov/en/dept/metro/…

Are you an artist located in Washington State? Submit a design for the FIFA World Cup Host City Poster Contest! They are looking to capture the culture, community spirit, people, and passion for soccer that make Seattle, and WA special. For details visit seattlefwc26.org/poster-contest

Ride More King County Metro 🚏 for Less! For the next six months, The ORCA Card holders can utilize of a new promotional day pass fare, reduced from $8.00 to just $6.00. Visit myORCA.com or download/open the myORCA app to purchase the Promotional ORCA Day Pass.

We’re reaching peak salmon see-son! This is a great opportunity for families and kids of all ages to learn about Pacific salmon and witness their incredible journey. King County has rounded up the best locations for salmon viewing! Check out the map here: bit.ly/salmonseeson

During the creation of next year's County budget we need to hear from you about what you believe the priorities for the budget should be. October 24th join us in-person at the Kent Senior Activity Center (600 E Smith St, Kent) to voice your opinions!

Tuesday, at the King County Council, the Council proclaimed this to be Latino/a/e Heritage Month! One of the honorees was my good friend and inspirational leader City of Renton Councilmember Ruth Perez, I am continuously inspired by her and the work she does in our community.

🔧 Our Flood Warning App is now more reliable than ever! Get real-time river levels and flood phases at your fingertips, ensuring you’re informed. Install the app today: kingcounty.gov/flood

The KC Flood District 's new blog is now live! Read here: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/celebrating-in… to learn how the District celebrates and honors Indigenous Peoples and communities

Today is Indigenous People's Day, an important opportunity for us to reflect upon the culture and history of Indigenous American peoples and pay tribute to the countless and invaluable contributions the region's Indigenous peoples have made in our community and to our nation.

Next week! Come make your voices heard about your priorities for the King County Budget! October 24th, 6-8pm Kent Senior Activity Center Social Hall 600 E Smith St, Kent, WA 98032 Join us in-person and make sure your voice is heard on the next County budget!

Funding opportunity! King County is seeking applications for 2026 Conservation Futures land acquisition grants! Applications are due on Monday, February 10, 2025. Visit the Conservation Futures application webpage: kingcounty.gov/CFTapplication for more information.

Today I officially become Washington’s Commissioner of Public Lands. I am honored to take this position, and couldn’t have been in this position without your support. Thank you all so much! Come join my official account to join me on my journey as your next Lands Commissioner!