Lambert to co-chair legislative committee
Appointment will lead statewide county policy panel

Sheriff’s truck benefits Search & Rescue
Retired vehicle donated to volunteer organization

Council to hear public testimony on 2012 King County Comprehensive Plan Update
Public’s opportunity to comment before final action in December

Phillips gets an up close look at crisis in Middle East
Visiting delegation in Jerusalem during rocket attacks

Community playgrounds receive King County grant funds
Youth Sports Facility Grant awards will fix up play areas in Fremont and Loyal Heights

County Councilmember Reagan Dunn Extends Condolences to family of Kevin Mahelona and city of Enumclaw

Dunn and Gossett call on Pierce County Transit Board to join Anti-Human Trafficking campaign
Councilmembers request collaborative effort to combat growing problem

Dunn congratulates McMorris Rodgers, announces arrival of newest Dunn

Meeting current needs, focusing on the future: County Council adopts 2013 King County Budget
Unanimous adoption of spending plan that preserves public safety and human services, maintains strong bond rating and County reserves

Lambert leadership on county budget focuses on savings, human services and criminal justice
Responsible budgeting maintains AAA credit rating

Phillips secures funding for Ballard Senior Center in King County’s 2013 budget
Funding allows center to provide programs for low-income seniors

Soup Ladies of Black Diamond Receive New Truck
Retired all-terrain vehicle will assist group in support of first responders

Budget Committee sends Council 2013 Budget that meets current needs with a focus on the future
Proposed spending plan maintains public safety and human services, while preserving strong bond rating and County reserves

Council calls for an accountable and integrated health and human services plan
Motion calls for County, community stakeholders to examine and recommend plan to incorporate, enhance and fund current health and human service program