Phillips, Hague and McDermott to lead Council in 2014
Annual reorganization begins with appointment of Council Leadership

County Council deeply concerned about establishment of new coal terminals in Washington and Oregon
Motion supports comprehensive review of environmental impacts of new coal export facilities

Employee innovation encouraged: taxpayers to benefit
Council adopts effort to commercialize ideas, programs developed by County employees

Council approves appointments for vacancies in state Legislature
Pedersen and Walkinshaw appointed to vacancies in 43rd District, Gregerson approved for House seat in 33rd District

Colleagues recognize, say goodbye to Councilmember Julia Patterson
Members celebrate Patterson’s 12 years at her last Council meeting

County Council honors second group of “HERO” graduates
Military veteran interns enhance their career skills during six-month internship with King County agencies

King County Council recognizes Robert J. Drewel on his retirement as Executive Director of the Puget Sound Regional Council

King County Council encourages awareness of the dangers of Drowsy Driving

Citizen Advocacy Triumphs: Redmond Ridge Zoning

Strengthening vital services, transportation options and investing in community assets highlight King County’s state legislative agenda
County Council calls for funds to help support state’s “economic engine”

County Council adopts regulations for marijuana operations in unincorporated King County

Stan McCall sworn in as Commissioner for King County Fire District 28
Top candidate selected by citizen advisory panel unanimously appointed by County Council

Panel makes unanimous recommendation for Fire District #28 vacancy

Council adopts legislation restricting detention of immigration detainees
Focus on holding immigrants with serious offenses

Process to fill vacant Fire Commissioner position in Fire District 28 underway
Five member local panel to review candidates

Discussing Race: Tough questions leading to lasting understanding
Special committee meeting start of meaningful dialogue on the impact of race in King County and society

County Council recognizes Youth Eastside Services as it celebrates 45 years of assisting young people
Agency provides wide array of services to youth and families

Phillips recognizes Wallingford Farmers Market
Named Washington State’s “Farmers Market of the Year”

Council approves employee donations to Typhoon survivors
Unprecedented disaster brings out best in county employees

Services, stability highlight 2014 King County Budget
Last annual budget focuses on human services, preserving public safety, maintaining strong bond rating and County reserves