Farmers Markets, Survey Results, and More!

King County, Washington sent this bulletin at 08/12/2022 01:00 PM PDT

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

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

Happy Farmers Market Week!

District 9 is an agricultural hub in King County and is served by a number of local farmers markets. Visiting these markets is just one way we can support local businesses, while also celebrating our communities.

Some of the farmers markets around District 9 are:

Bellevue Farmers Market – Open Thursdays from 3-7PM until October 6^th and Saturdays 10 am - 2 pm on October 15th, November 19th, and December 17th at the Bellevue Presbyterian Church.
Enumclaw Plateau Farmers Market - Open Thursdays from 3-7PM until September 29th on First Street in Downtown Enumclaw.
Issaquah Farmers Market – Open Saturdays 9-2PM until September 24^th at the Pickering Barn
Maple Valley Farmers Market – Open Saturdays 9-2PM until September 24^that the Maple Valley Legacy Site.
Renton Farmers Market – Open on Tuesdays from 3-7PM until September 27th at the City of Renton, Piazza Park.

And as always, you can contact me should you need any assistance or want to connect: Reagan.dunn@kingcounty.gov.

Have a good weekend!

Reagan Dunn
Councilmember, District 9
King County Council

District 9 Spring 2022 Survey Results - Identifying Priorities

Thank you to the residents who took the time to participate in my latest District 9 survey. Your feedback helps me better understand issues that are most important to District 9 and advocate on your behalf.

Some trends that came through in these responses were public safety and crime, taxes, and homelessness. As your King County Councilmember, I will continue to advocate for a well-funded and well-staffed Sheriff’s department and push for solutions to address the homelessness crisis.

The survey also exposed a behavioral health crisis that is emerging from the pandemic. With substance use and mental health crisis, skyrocketing during the pandemic, it is no surprise we are seeing an impact in our communities. I will continue to work to give voice to those who are struggling with a substance use disorder or a mental health crisis, to help them find a path to recovery.

King County Regional Homelessness Authority Town Halls

The King County Regional Homelessness Authority is hosting virtual town halls to discuss their current priorities, upcoming plans, and take questions from the community. Each event will feature a variety of speakers, including KCRHA CEO Marc Dones, local leaders, service providers, business and philanthropic partners.

Please make your voice heard by attending one of the two halls below:

East King County: August 17th from 4:30-6:00pm (Register HERE)
South King County: August 24th from 4:30-6:00pm (Register HERE)

Open Opportunities: King County Grants and Internship

Healthy Communities & Parks Fund!

Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on September 18, 2022 for Tier 1 Awards.

Visit the grants website to access the online grant portal and review the program summary, guidelines, and FAQs.

Eligible entities may be awarded up to $15,000 for programs, capacity building, land acquisition, and capital projects that increase access to recreation, parks, and open space in underserved communities.

Eligible entities include:

Tribal organizations serving residents of King County
Non-profit organizations (and organizations with a fiscal sponsor)
Cities and towns in King County
King County (projects serving residents in unincorporated areas)

Learn more at Parks Grants - King County.

King County Heritage Internship Program

This program connects heritage organizations with students and emerging professionals seeking work experience in the heritage field. Phase I of the program solicits internship project proposals from heritage organizations in King County; a panel of peer reviewers will select two proposals to move forward. In Phase II, 4Culture and the selected organizations will recruit up to two interns per organization to begin internships in 2023.

For more information and how to apply, click here.

4Culture's Landmark Capital Grant

Applications are due Wednesday, September 21st at 5PM.

4Culture's Landmark Capital grant supports projects focusing on the stabilization or restoration of historic building fabric, repair or replacement of essential building systems, or the restoration of historically significant landscapes. Organizations can apply for up to $30,000.

For more information, please visit the grant website here.

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