Found glasses bring new vision to developing countries

A “PROMIS” for the future: County Council approves needed technology investment in Prosecutor’s Office
Allocates $1.5 million to replace outdated and inefficient case management system

County Council approves eligibility criteria for detention alternative for criminal defendants awaiting trial
New rules preclude criminal defendants with prior conviction and current charge of violent, sex, or domestic violence felony from day reporting

Council places proposed Congestion Reduction Charge
$20 charge on car tabs part of the formula to maintain transit service levels

Gossett: Amended pretrial diversion legislation better, but still edging toward “two-tier justice system”

Amendments to sale agreement allows major construction project on former Kingdome parking lot to move forward
Council adopts legislation maintaining construction of family wage housing on parcel

New Public Health rules allow rainwater as sole source for residential drinking water

Patterson: “Transit services a critical lifeline for commuters”
Signals support for congestion relief charge

County Council honors outgoing Bellevue College President Jean Floten
Higher Education Leader recognized for two decades of service

Overflow audience calls for preservation of Metro service
700 attend committee meeting on service reduction

Making healthy choice the easy choice: Council calls for healthier fare in county vending machines
Providing nutritious options consistent with Board of Health Guidelines

Council approves objectives for development of the South Kirkland Park-and-Ride
New “Transit-Oriented-Development” significant achievement for Eastside regional cooperation

New vision for public transportation in King County with Council adoption of transit strategic plan
Plan provides clear guidelines and goals, revamps formula for allocation of transit service

Council agrees to a “new model” for unincorporated communities
Legislation creates new framework, implements broader outreach to unincorporated residents

Council approves lease for new East Precinct Command Center
Sammamish location key part of reorganization of King County Sheriff in East King County

Council recognizes Robin Abel for campaign to “Secure Your Load”

District 7 hosts Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction Randy Dorn
Update on public schools with south King County leaders