Statement from Council Chair Dow Constantine on Metro Transit’s response to today’s adverse weather

King County Council Town Hall to examine public health challenges
Council, public to discuss public health services and the current funding crisis

Patterson, County Council recognize Special Olympians
SeaTac, Normandy Park athletes part of Team USA for Winter Games

Phillips and Climate Communities secure stimulus funding for local climate action

Seattle Pacific University Lady Falcons Soccer Team Honored by the King County Council
On Monday February 23rd, 2009 King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer led the Council in a formal recognition ceremony for The Seattle Pacific University Lady Falcons Soccer Team who captured their first NCAA Division II National Championship this past December.

Enumclaw takes control of King County Fair
King County Council adopts one-year agreement for city to operate fair in 2009

King County officials receive Inauguration Day flag
Congressman Reichert presents King County Council and Executive with symbolic gift

Constantine praises Legislature's support for King County finances
Two bills address funding crisis

Phillips urges Olympia to act to protect bus service, stabilize King County budget
Legislation introduced in Olympia would help counties cope with budget crises

Constantine endorses Mayor Nickels’ Volunteer Call to Action

Additional loss of $35 million in sales tax revenues next year threatens Metro bus service
Cumulative funding gap of $100 million will mean fewer buses on streets unless Legislature enacts new funding sources, says Council budget chair

Dick Brugger Honored at AYR Valentine’s Day Breakfast
On Friday, February 13th King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer presented South King County resident Dick Brugger with a proclamation honoring his years of service in South King County at the Auburn Youth Resources annual Valentine’s Day breakfast.

Lambert to unveil flood response proposals at Town Hall meeting in Carnation
Stockpiling of sandbags and interagency coordination among the proposals

Federal Way Senior Center recognizes Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer as its first Honorary Lifetime Member
The Federal Way Senior Center hosted a special Holiday Gala Dinner on December 10th. The event brought together community members and leaders from throughout the South King County area to celebrate a year of growth and success for the Center. As a highlight of the evening, the Center paid special honor to Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer for his continuous support of the Center’s programs.

Dunn introduces package of flood response reform legislation
Stockpiling sandbags, public notification, interagency coordination and speedup of cleanup among the four proposals

Statement from King County Council Chair Dow Constantine
on today’s decision by State Commissioner of Public Lands Peter Goldmark to initiate a staff review of the Glacier Northwest tidelands lease on Maury Island

An electric future: Council promotes next-generation hybrid vehicles
More charging stations with a standardized charging system urged for the region.

Phillips goes to D.C. to press for federal dollars, climate action for King County
Phillips to discuss King County’s economic, transportation, housing, and environmental priorities with Obama administration, congressional leaders

Statement from Council Chair Dow Constantine on potential vacancy in County Executive’s office

Sale of Summit Pit clears way for open space, trails, housing and new roads facility
Council approves sale of Maple Valley “Donut Hole” for $51 million