Dunn seeks support for human rights and fair elections in Iran
Proposed motion condemns ongoing violence and expresses support for freedom, civil liberties and rule of law

Councilmembers call for comprehensive approach to close Metro Transit deficit
Efficiencies, tax transfers and fare increases proposed to reduce potential service cuts

Constantine helps break ground for Duwamish River habitat project
Estuary restoration will provide shelter for river’s juvenile salmon

Phillips calls for special meeting of King County Ferry District
Reprioritizing Ferry District funding requires swift action

Council sends Fairwood incorporation to November ballot
Second attempt to form new city in southeast King County

County Council appoints Lynn Gering as King County Assessor
Action follows wishes of the family of Interim Assessor Rich Medved

Constantine proposes loaning King County Ferry District money to Flood Control District
Fund shift would allow construction of necessary flood-protection projects

County Council places Finn Hill, Kingsgate and North Juanita annexation vote on November ballot
Residents to decide whether to become part of city of Kirkland

King County Council urges Congress to enact comprehensive health reform in 2009
Motion asks federal lawmakers to incorporate local health care principles in reform legislation

County Council places Panther Lake annexation vote on November ballot
Residents to decide whether to become part of city of Kent

County Council funds family planning clinics through 2009
Former “lifeboat” programs maintained with $1.2 million appropriation

Phillips introduces resolution to cut passenger ferries, use tax capacity for bus transit instead
Tough economic conditions require tough choices about priorities

Dunn calls for creation of a “Flood Czar”
Would coordinate emergency management in case of catastrophic flooding in the Green River Valley

Ferguson rejects sending premature tax measure to ballot

Hague votes “no” on higher taxes
Measure would have increased burden on families

Statement from Councilmembers Julia Patterson and Larry Gossett on rejection of proposed property tax levy

Regional waterways proposed for federal designation as National Maritime Heritage Area
Council supports effort to celebrate working waterfronts and maritime history

Patterson releases details of early renewal and expansion of Veterans and Human Services Levy
Dedicated funding for public health would be added

Lambert proposes using technology to save money
Upgrading information capability, reducing use of paper

Council wants swift action on state audit recommendations
Phillips proposal calls for action plan by August 28