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July 8: Shop Westlake, Roosevelt Square Whole Foods Markets July 10 and support King County Parks
When you shop at Whole Foods Market stores at Westlake and Roosevelt Square this Thursday, July 10, you’re not only shopping at the world’s largest retailer of natural and organic foods, but you’re also supporting King County Parks – Your Big Back
June 18: King County Executive Ron Sims statement on Boeing tanker decision- King County
The General Accounting Office ruling in Boeing's favor on the Air Force tanker bid protest is a great victory for Boeing and the Pacific Northwest.
June 17: Sims commends County Council for adopting sewer rate increase
Calling it a victory for public health, the environment and the regional economy, King County Executive Ron Sims commended the County Council's decision to adopt a two-year monthly wholesale sewer rate of $31.90.
May 8: Workshop for builders addresses techniques for green deconstruction and salvage
Construction professionals who want to learn how salvage and deconstruction techniques can be an effective way of cutting costs and implementing sustainable building practices should plan on attending the King County "GreenTools" workshop, May 14, in Seat
April 24: Signature Landscape Services, Inc. newest company to join EnviroStars network
Commercial property owners now have a certified landscape company that offers a sustainable landscape maintenance program.
April 15: King County property tax deadline fast approaching, easy, secure payment options available- King County
Income taxes aren’t the only tax due in April. King County property owners/taxpayers are reminded that real estate and personal property taxes for the first half of 2008 must be paid or postmarked by April 30, 2008.
April 3: Learn about green jobs with King County at the Women in Trades Career Fair, May 2
Visit the King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks booth at the 29th annual Washington Women in Trades Career Fair on Friday, May 2, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Seattle Center Fisher Pavilion.
March 18: King County offers grant funding for small habitat restoration projects
A typical construction site that features several pieces of heavy machinery can easily become a clean-up site when hazardous materials such as fuel, oil and lubricants spill onto the ground.
March 18: Workshops for builders address the future of sustainable building
Construction professionals looking to the future of sustainable building can learn more about innovations and market trends in building design and green materials at the next King County "GreenTools" workshops, March 25 and 27, in Seattle.
March 12: King County residents to get preview of new business and real estate opportunities at Seattle Southside Forum- King County
Everyone knows King County's Eastside is booming. But Seattle's Southside, while less well known, is also on the move.
March 10: Executive Ron Sims' reaction to Sonics proposal- King County
King County Executive Ron Sims today indicated support for a proposal to keep NBA basketball in Seattle.
Feb. 27: Comp Plan update benefits King County's unincorporated landowners, public and environment- King County
King County Executive Ron Sims is proposing land use policy updates that, for the first time, integrate climate change, rural economic development, green jobs and equity and social justice.
Feb. 12: Infrastructure investments, environmental improvements top clean-water agency priorities in 2008- King County
Restoring marine habitat, improving water quality in Puget Sound, protecting economic growth, and harnessing the resources created during the wastewater treatment process like natural gas, electricity and water for irrigation top Executive Sims' 2008 list
Jan. 10: Pre-tax transit passes are like a ‘free’ raise
If you take public transit to work, your company can help you save 20 to 40 percent of your fare – and it won’t cost your boss a dime.
Dec. 10: King County Council approves Sims' proposal to waive disposal fees for flood-damaged items
The King County Council today approved Executive Ron Sims' proposal to waive disposal fees at solid waste handling facilities Dec. 13-16 for county residents with flood-damaged debris.
Dec. 4: Support King County agriculture by purchasing Christmas trees from Puget Sound Fresh growers
Buying your family's Christmas tree from a local grower this holiday season ensures you get the freshest tree possible, while supporting agriculture here in King County.
Nov. 30: Sims urges cooperation, innovation at launch of year-long analysis of water supply, climate change- King County
With the future of Western U.S. water supplies in harms way from climate change and continued population growth, the region's key stakeholders gathered in Seattle today to launch an intensive search for common ground – and real solutions.
Oct. 24: New report demonstrates regional economic value of businesses within county floodplains Severe flooding could cost regional economy more than $46 million a day
Expert economists are predicting that a shutdown of economic activity in King County's floodplains would cost the region $46 million or more every day, and could curtail everything from aircraft manufacturing to bustling warehouse distribution centers.
Sept. 24: County advances to next stage in transforming business operations to offer more effective services- King County
With the approval and release of funding today, King County is moving forward in developing a new business model that will deliver efficiencies within the county and more effective services to county residents.
Sept. 20: Room to grow in King County's urban areas according to new report- King County
An ample supply of buildable land will support commercial and residential development for King County's growing population over the next 15 years according to the 2007 Buildable Lands Report released today.
Sept. 19: Sims sets new course for climate-friendly transportation- King County
A first-of-its-kind green fleet initiative to bring more clean and climate-friendly vehicles to King County was launched today by Executive Ron Sims, environmental leaders, and cities throughout the county.
Sept. 17: King County Trade Mission to China- King County
To learn more about the King County Trade Mission to China, potential participants are invited to attend a special information session on Monday, Sept. 24, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.
Sept. 10: King County Trade Mission to China- King County
Business owners, entrepreneurs, and local organizations are invited to take part in the King County Trade Mission to China November 9-20.
Sept. 3: King County takes steps to protect bond rating and assets for investment pool members- King County
Due to increased volatility in the commercial paper investment market, King County has taken steps to maintain its investment pool's "AAAf" designation and protect the assets the county manages.
Aug. 21: Wise real estate investment could fund numerous county service improvements- King County
A wise real estate investment eight years ago has put King County in position to possibly consolidate more services downtown in a new King County Administration Building at no new cost to taxpayers.
Aug. 10: King County helps commercial building projects 'go green' with grants to owners
King County has extended the application deadline for green building grants for projects seeking Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification to Oct. 1.
Aug. 10: It doesn't get any fresher: Farmers markets opening for business across King County
The tastes of summer – farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, locally raised meat and much more – are as close as your local farmers market. And with 32 across King County, there's a great chance that a farmers market is close by.
July 20: King County announces ‘best workplaces for recycling’
King County's Solid Waste Division has named 21 local companies to its first-annual "Best Workplaces for Recycling" list. These King County businesses are being recognized for strong internal recycling programs and their commitment to making recycling eas
July 17: Benson Hill Annexation meeting: Residents can get info, give input at upcoming open house- King County
Residents of the Benson Hill Community in urban unincorporated King County south and east of Renton are invited to a community discussion and open house on Thursday, July 19, 2007 to focus on the issue of local government services and annexation to the Ci
July 12: New King County internal business processes to provide better information and services to county residents- King County
King County is in the process of adopting a new business model that will deliver efficiencies within the county and more effective services to county residents.
July 12: King County's employee wellness program earns top national honors- King County
King County's employee wellness program has earned the top national award from the American Heart Association's Start! Fit Friendly Companies Program for making the health and wellness of employees a priority.