Helping more young people throughout King County reach
adulthood healthy, empowered, and ready to thrive
Best Starts for Kids has launched
new investments that will provide young people with the opportunities and tools
they need to weather challenges during adolescence and be ready to flourish as
adults. The Youth Development Initiative – a partnership between King County
and 32 nonprofit organizations – will provide leadership opportunities,
mentoring, and other services that help young people achieve their full
potential.
Several awards will serve young
people in unincorporated areas. Read more on the Best Starts for Kids blog.
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King County is installing 206 solar
panels at Steve Cox Memorial Park in White Center. The panels are expected
to generate more than 70,000 kilowatt hours of electricity per year, powering
the park’s community center and lighting up a nearby sport court.
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The 2018 grant
funding application opportunity for community organizations in unincorporated
King County closes Friday, Nov. 17. Grants
are available to organizations throughout unincorporated King County to support
local community building initiatives. Local
organizations serving residents of unincorporated King County have until
Nov. 17 to apply for up to $5,000 in funding to support local
initiatives through King County’s CSA Program. The funding
application, funding criteria, and information listing past awardees is
available on the website.
The Arc Artist Fellowship is a new 4Culture grant program, a
$12,000 award in unrestricted funding to offset daily expense for fellows as
they pursue their creative work. Eligible
applicants must be artists with physical, developmental, cognitive,
intellectual, and/or emotional disabilities. Apply
by Nov. 29 at https://www.4culture.org/grants/arc-fellowship/.
Skyway Solutions is seeking to support the next generation of
leaders to build connections, gain leadership and upward mobility tools, engage
their community, and gain placement in the workforce. Participants will receive
a $500 stipend in the form of a financial investment tool. Residents of ZIP
code 98178 between the ages of 18- 24 can learn more and apply here.
Youth and Amateur Sports Grants (YASG) are designed to
support fit and healthy communities. YASG invests in programs and capital
improvements that reduce barriers to access physical activity. There are
special opportunities for unincorporated areas. For more information, check out
the website. Applications are due by Nov. 9.
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Trailhead Direct is on pause until the spring. Trailhead Direct is a transit van pilot project sponsored by King County Metro’s Community Connections program and King County Parks that seeks to ease vehicle congestion, reduce safety hazards and expand access to hiking destinations in the Issaquah Alps. More information visit
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The Mt. Peak Historical Fire Lookout Association is
dedicated to the reconstruction of the fire lookout tower that once stood atop
Mt. Peak. They group is currently conducting a feasibility study and wants your
input on the project. A second public meeting will be held on
Wednesday, Nov. 8, 6-8 p.m., at the Enumclaw Library. For
more information check out the Facebook page.
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Marymoor Playground South closure
The Marymoor South playground is closed for rehabilitation.
These renovations are part of the King County Parks levy funded Play
Area Rehabilitation Program. Follow the Parks Plog for construction updates.
Tolt-MacDonald Park barn rehabilitation update
King County
Parks is planning to replace the roof
of the Tolt-MacDonald Barn in Carnation. Repairs are planned to start later
this fall. The barn will be closed for the duration of repairs and will be
expected to reopen for public use in spring 2018.
Skyway Convening hosts dialogue
on Skyway-West Hill Community Service Area Plan, plans
for Skyway Park and local school initiative
King County continues to
engage with residents of Skyway-West Hill to prepare the local community plan
for consideration by the King County Executive and the King County
Council. Skyway-West Hill residents are invited to attend the forum below
where King County staff will be in attendance for you to learn about the current
status of the plan.
Saturday,
Nov. 4, 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Skyway
Fire Station
12424 76th Ave. S.
Seattle
For information about the Skyway-West
Hill Community Service Area planning process contact Bradley Clark at Information
about the Skyway Convening is available at the following: Facebook event and Eventbrite .
Cedar
Hills Regional Landfill news
Community
meeting
Regular meetings provide an ongoing forum for area residents to ask questions and learn about activities at the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill and at Bio Energy Washington’s landfill gas-to-energy facility. The next meeting is set for Wednesday, Nov. 8, 7-9 p.m. at the King County Library Service Center, 960 Newport Way NW in Issaquah. For more information please visit the website. To request accommodations, please call 206-477-4466, TTY Relay: 711 at least two days prior to the meeting.
Landfill tour
This is a great learning
opportunity for the whole family – children ages 5 and over are welcome to join
if accompanied by an adult. Space is limited and reservations are
required. To reserve your spot on the accessible Metro bus or to request accommodations, or an interpreter,
call 206-477-4466. The tour will be held Saturday, Nov. 4, 9-10:30 a.m. at
the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill - 16645 228th Ave SE, Maple Valley.
GMVUAC citizens’
survey and election
The GMVUAC biennial survey, conducted online from
Nov. 20 to Dec. 15, addresses issues such as planning, zoning, development,
traffic, economics, water, and sewage. Citizens may also express their interest
in becoming a member. Go to: www.gmvuac.org
and click on the Survey button. Your input is needed, valuable and, as always,
will be kept confidential.
Fall City Community Association
Friday, Nov. 11, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Fall City Fire Station
4301 334th Pl. SE
Fall City
Monthly board meeting, open to the public. For more information visit the Fall City Community Association website.
Green
Valley/Lake Holm Association Meeting
Wednesday, Nov. 29, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Fire District 44, Station 95
32316 148th Ave. SE
Auburn
This month’s regular meeting agenda items include
committee updates on transportation, environmental, and safety issues.
Visit their Facebook or Twitter accounts
for more information.
Greater Maple Valley Unincorporated
Area Council (GMVUAC) monthly meetings
Monday, Nov. 6, 7-9 p.m.
Maple Valley Fire Station
SE 231st St and SR-169
Maple Valley
Guest
speaker Fred Jarrett, Senior Deputy County Executive, will discuss a new
initiative to explore improved ways to serve the people of unincorporated
King County. All Rural Area UAC/Associations are invited to attend.
Monday, Dec. 4, 7-9 p.m.
Regular meeting
Maple Valley Fire Station
SE 231st St and SR-169
Maple Valley
All Rural Area UAC/Association
meeting with the Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC)
Tuesday, Nov. 28 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
PSRC Executive Director Josh Brown will discuss the newly approved four County Regional
Economic Strategies. Discussion will focus on rural area economic
opportunities.
King County Library Service Center
960 Newport Way
Issaquah
Four
Creeks Unincorporated Area Council
Tuesday, Nov. 14, 7-9 p.m.
Eastside Fire & Rescue Station 78
20720 SE May Valley Rd
Issaquah
Visit the website for the latest
information and to confirm meeting dates and locations.
CSA Day in Vashon
Tuesday, Nov. 7, 1 – 6:30 p.m.
Vashon Community Service Center
10011 SW Bank Road
Community Service Areas staff Bong Sto. Domingo will be on
the island from 1 to 6:30 p.m. to assist island residents in
county-related matters. For appointments contact bong.stodomingo@kingcounty.gov
or 206-351-8071.
West Hill Community Association
Wednesday, Nov. 8, 7 – 9 p.m.
King County Fire District 20
12417 76th Ave. S.
Open to the public, monthly board meeting of the all-volunteer, resident based
organization. Local issues are discussed at this meeting. For more information
contact contact@mywesthill.org.
Skyway Solutions Monthly Board Meeting
Monday, Nov. 20 6 – 7:30 p.m.
13470 MLK Jr. Way .S
Open to the public, monthly board meeting of the neighborhood community
organization in West Hill. For more information contact
visit the website.
West Hill Business Association
Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2017 9 – 11 a.m.
Skyway VFW
7421 S. 126th St.
Open to the public, monthly meeting of the business group in unincorporated West Hill. For
more information contact Cynthia Lamothe at 206-722-7343.
North Highline Unincorporated Area Council
Thursday, Dec. 2, 7 –
9 p.m.
North Highline Fire
District Office
1243 SW 112th
St.
Seattle
Open to the public. For more information visit the website.
Community
Alliance to Reach Out and Engage
No community meetings for the
months of November and December in observance of the holidays.
Upper
Bear Creek Community Council
No meetings currently scheduled.
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