Council provides for more accountability in allocation of dedicated funding for historic preservation
Advisory task force will make recommendations on funding from the document recording fee

County whistleblower protections strengthened
Claims of retaliation to be investigated by Ombudsman, not department heads

Council backs restoration of Lake Sammamish Kokanee salmon
Federal protection encouraged for species that once numbered in the thousands

County Council recognizes “pedal power” of Bike to Work Month participants
Nearly 200 County employees take part in month-long challenge

King County Council recognizes UW championship softball and crew teams
UW programs promote excellence in student athletic achievements

Council calls for new rules to balance salmon habitat with swimmer safety
Placement of woody debris in rivers and streams for fish can be hazardous to summer recreation

Council strengthens King County whistleblower protections
Action ensures county employees can report concerns without fear of retaliation

Climate Communities secures resources for local governments in American Clean Energy and Security Act
National Co-Chair Larry Phillips calls local participation key to addressing climate change

Committee recommends Open Space Preservation Amendment to full King County Council
Council to consider Charter amendment protecting rural acreage

County accepting applications from citizens interested in appointment as King County Assessor
Council sets guidelines for evaluation process

King County scores big in stimulus money chase
First report required under Constantine legislation shows $79 million in funding to create or retain 192 jobs

Committee to evaluate potential appointees for King County Assessor
Transparent process will favor those who are not seeking election to the office

Ferguson and Dunn call for higher standards of accountability in response to state audit
Proposal also addresses cash and asset management findings raised by auditor

Phillips calls for implementing recommendations of State Auditor
Calls findings “disturbing” and asks for improvement plan within 60 days

County Council calls on Metro Transit to become more entrepreneurial
Motion seeks to leverage revenue through partnerships and entrepreneurial activities

Charitable Retirement for King County Metro Vans

Light rail on track for July 18 opening

Ferguson calls for committee to review potential appointees for King County Assessor

Water Taxi sets ridership record for month of May
Jump in cash fares joins 20 percent increase in passengers

County Council recognizes effort to shed light on elder abuse
Councilmembers proclaim Elder Abuse Awareness Day