Dunn Applauds Senate action on Pratt River Wilderness Bill
Permanent preservation of open space “is in sight”

Council approves next step in acquisition of BNSF Eastside Rail Corridor
Executive given authority to negotiate additional county interest in transportation corridor

Council restores funding for County 4-H programs
Youth programs will continue through use of funds available in supplemental budget

Council approves funding to encourage green, sustainable technology in King County
Grants are backed by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

County Council adopts Juvenile Court facilities plan
Proposal to replace obsolete facility with center that consolidates County youth services under one roof

County provides funding for Ballard, Greenwood seniors
Funding helps keep senior centers’ doors open for seniors

Council adopts funding for King County Fair and 4-H in 4th Quarter Supplemental Budget
Dunn secures funds to help preserve rural programs for 2010

Council approves new life for “retired” vans
Vanpool vehicles will provide transportation options to organizations throughout King County

Councilmember Larry Phillips’ statement on Governor Gregoire’s budget proposal
Praises Gregoire’s efforts to help counties help themselves

County Council celebrates 40th Anniversary of King County’s “Constitution”
Members recognize adoption of King County Charter, acknowledge Freeholders who drafted proposal

King County Charter Recognition
King County Charter Recognition

Council Committee interviews 4 candidates recommended for Constantine vacancy in District 8
Members discuss with Drago, Hudgins, McDermott and Nelson the challenges they face if appointed

Hague joins Denny Creek Neighborhood Association to plant trees in Juanita Woodlands
Effort will plant 1,100 trees to unique urban forest

Advisory Committee recommends four to fill Constantine vacancy in District 8
Committee of the Whole to interview recommended candidates next Monday

Ferguson to serve as Chair of King County Council

County Council receives 11 applications for Constantine vacancy in District 8

King County Council unanimously adopts 2010 Budget that keeps basic services on the streets, cuts costs, and increases efficiencies
Criminal justice and bus service preserved; does not use $15.6 million rainy-day reserve fund

County Council gives its support to 520 floating bridge option that builds within existing footprint
“A+” Bridge plan would keep costs low, protect environment

Patterson: Adopted 2010 Budget prioritizes funding for critical services
Difficult deliberations result in spending plan that continues to protect the public, victims of abuse