Girmay H. Zahilay was sworn in as the youngest person and first millennial, immigrant, refugee, and non-Seattle resident to be elected King County Executive, outlining his strategic priorities of Breaking the Cycle, Building for Affordability, Boots on the Ground, and Better Government.
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King County Updates Local Food Initiative To Build A More Equitable And Climate-Resilient Food System
King County is expanding its Local Food Initiative to address challenges in the food system, such as rising farmland costs, limited food distribution, and climate change, by investing in local food markets, securing long-term funding, making farmland more affordable, and supporting historically underserved farmers.
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County Budget Includes Major Investments In Public Safety, Housing, And Health
King County Council has adopted a $20.16 billion budget for the 2026-2027 biennium, prioritizing public safety, housing stability, food security, and increased accountability in government operations, while also preparing for anticipated challenges such as cuts to federal housing and health funding.
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Lifesaving Driver Named Metro’s Operator Of The Year
Jack Millman, a King County Metro bus driver known for his exceptional service, calm demeanor, and everyday acts of kindness, has been named Metro’s Operator of the Year for his dedication to providing safe, smooth rides and building connections with riders.
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Braddock Honors King County’s Top Small Businesses In 2025 Awards
King County Executive Shannon Braddock has announced the winners of the 2025 Executive’s Small Business Awards, recognizing outstanding local enterprises for their innovation, job creation, and community impact.
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King County Expands Mobile Crisis Teams For Youth
King County has expanded its youth mobile crisis response, adding seven new teams to support children and teens facing mental health and substance use emergencies, with nine teams now available 24/7.
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Seattle, King County To Partner On New Crisis Care Facility
King County is moving forward with plans to open a second regional Crisis Care Center in Seattle’s First Hill neighborhood, following a letter of conditional support from Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and a proposal submitted by King County Executive Shannon Braddock to the County Council.
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County’s New System Helps Prevent Untreated Wastewater Spills Into Puget Sound
King County’s West Point Treatment Plant has installed a new onsite battery system to prevent spills of untreated wastewater during power disruptions, and it has already proven successful in 78 power interruptions over the past year.
