Your Update on What's Happening at the King County Council  

Dunn Homeward Bound Proposal Discussed in Committee

Dunn speaks at Wednesday's meeting of the Regional Policy Committee

Last Wednesday, the Regional Policy Committee—which includes both King County Councilmembers plus Councilmembers from cities within the County—discussed my proposal to provide bus tickets to homeless persons who want to reunite with their families.

Homelessness begins with broken relationships. Every homeless person on our streets once had a home and a family somewhere. That’s why I am particularly excited about the potential of my Homeward Bound program. It’s a simple, fast, and cost-effective service that has already had a high rate of success in many cities and counties across the country. 

I appreciate my colleagues on the Council for working with me on this idea. As my proposal moves forward, I’m hopeful that we can collaborate to develop a program that best serves our community.

Report on Snowplow Routes to Be Heard on Monday

A King County snowplow at work

Last winter, our region experienced the most significant snowstorm in years. At that time, I promised to continue to press for more funding for our Road Services Division so that they have the resources they need to treat more unincorporated roads in the case of snow and ice.  

In our most recent budget cycle, I included a proviso that asked for an increase in the mileage of roads plowed during snow storms. This Monday, the County will report to the Local Services, Regional Roads, and Bridges Committee on how they would design this increase in road treatment—the first step in the process to improve access to safe roadways in unincorporated areas.

There will be more to come on this issue, and I will continue to work to ensure our Road Services Division will have the resources they need to serve unincorporated King County better and faster during winter weather.

Wastemobile Coming to Renton this Weekend

The Wastemobile

This weekend, Renton-area residents can safely dispose of old car batteries, used motor oil, paint thinner, and many other hazardous items for free by visiting the Wastemobile!

The Wastemobile will be in the parking lot of the McLendon store at 440 Rainier Ave. S, Renton. Operating hours are from 10 AM – 5 PM on Friday, October 11 through Sunday, October 13.

For a list of what you can bring, visit the Wastemobile website. Questions about household hazardous waste? Call 206-296-4692.

Two Upcoming Cedar Hills Landfill Events

The Cedar Hills Regional Landfill

I want to alert you to two upcoming events hosted by the Solid Waste Division that the Maple Valley community may be interested in:

Cedar Hills Landfill Tour
Saturday, October 26, 2019  
9:00 - 10:30 AM

Cedar Hills Regional Landfill
16645 228th Avenue SE, Maple Valley

Reservations are required. To reserve your spot, call 206-477-4466

Semi-Annual Community Meeting
Tuesday, October 29, 2019 
7 - 9 PM

King County Library Service Center
960 Newport Way NW, Issaquah

Solid Waste Division employees will discuss current and planned construction projects, environmental monitoring activities, and operational activities at the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill and Bio Energy Washington’s landfill gas-to-energy facility.

Questions? Call the Solid Waste Division at 206-477-4466

In the News

• KOMO News - King County considers busing more homeless out of the region
• KIRO 7 News - Cautious reaction to a million dollars in bus tickets for homeless people

• Enumclaw Courier-Herald - Culvert replacement planned for Battersby Avenue