May 30th Community Update
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News from and about King County… from health updates to community news affecting our daily lives. Dear Friends: Today’s update includes news about the May "Good Eggs” Breakfast with 4Culture Executive Director Brian Carter, an upcoming closure on Green River Road, the Carpinito Brothers, World Fish Migration Day, Flood Reduction Grants, the Auburn Farmers Market, the South King County Scholar Athlete Breakfast, Pacific Raceways' schedule, health updates, and more. What Seattle sports team’s logo was inspired by a northwest coast Indian mask? Yesterday, 4Culture Executive Director Brian Carter joined my monthly “Good Eggs” Breakfast Meeting and shared his goals of expanding access with local civic leaders. As an advocate for wanting King County to be less Seattle-centric, and after voting to expand cultural access in suburban and rural King County through the Doors Open program, I appreciated his message of supporting arts throughout our county. (Top) With 4Culture Executive Director Brian Carter, Des Moines Mayor Traci Buxton, Algona Mayor Troy Linnell, 4Culture Board Member and Former Pacific Mayor Leanne Guier and Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus; (Bottom) With King County Councilmember Claudia Balducci, Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell, Pacific Mayor Vic Kave and Auburn Councilmember Tracy Taylor-Turner
Closure on Green River Road S and 94th Place S
Emergency vehicles, school buses, US Mail, and garbage services will be able to use the road. A detour will be posted for all other traffic. For the most up-to-date information, please check MyCommute or visit kingcounty.gov/roads/greenriver. Carpinito Brothers How do you know its spring in South King County? I always know when I visit Carpinito Brothers in Kent! Mike and his nephew Tom showed off their huge selection of spring flowers that could make ANY garden succeed any season of the year! Thank you, Mike and the Carpinito Family and team!
With Tom and Mike Carpinito
King County Flood Control District Observes World Fish Migration Day The King County Flood Control District (KCFCD) observed May 25th as World Fish Migration Day, a global movement highlighting the intricate connections between migratory fish, ecosystems, and human communities. Celebrated every two years, this day serves as a reminder of the importance of free-flowing rivers for sustaining fish populations and the broader ecosystem. At the heart of World Fish Migration Day is the World Fish Migration Foundation, orchestrating events worldwide to promote awareness and action for the conservation of migratory fish and their habitats. Read more in the KCFCD blogpost here.
Deadline Extended to June 7 for $12M in Flood Reduction Grants In April, the King County Flood Control District announced the availability of at least $12 million in Flood Reduction Grants. The program targets flood reduction projects throughout King County and the deadline to apply for a 2024 grant has been extended to June 7th, 2024. Interested parties should contact Kim Harper at 206-477-6079 or kim.harper@kingcounty.gov.
Alumni Corner While our work is based on policies and programs, it is the people we work with who make the difference. Previously featured alumni included: Chris Cho, Tom Pierson, Bailey Stenson Gordon, Agnes Wooters, Jim Ferrell, Jackie Schneider, Megan Rage, Thomas Efrem, Jenny Faubion, Sue Park, Dani Cortez, Joey Schneider, and Caroline Vadino.
This week’s featured District 7 alum is Brooks Meadowcroft. Brooks worked in my office as an intern in the summer of 2015 after graduating high school. His work included organization and data entry from constituent surveys. “It was my first real office job and so I learned a lot of great basics for having a job such as time management, communication skills, and being coachable." After his internship in my office, Brooks went on to attend the University of Notre Dame and graduated in 2019 with a degree in electrical engineering. In his free time, Brooks loves to watch the Seattle Mainers, play golf, go to the movies, and spend time with his dog, Mushu. Thank you, Brooks!
Auburn Farmers Market Opening Day
South King County Scholar Athlete Breakfast What do you get when “Voice of the Seahawks” Steve Raible and Hall of Famer Steve Largent join up with hundreds of high school athletes and their parents, coaches, and supporters? Financial support for the South King County Scholarship fund! Thanks to all who came and donated! And thanks to Phil Ziegler and his staff at Emerald Downs for a great venue, as well as to the Muckleshoot Tribe!
(Counterclockwise) With Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus, HOF & Hon. Steve Largent, King County Councilmember Girmay Zahilay, Maple Valley Mayor Sean Kelly, Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell, Voice of the Seahawks Steve Raible, Auburn Councilmember Hanan Amer, South King County athletes, parents, coaches and sponsors, and Mission Africa Leadership Team
Non-Profit Corner South King County Non-Profit Organizations
Pacific Raceways to Host the 2024 NHRA Northwest Nationals As the Pacific Raceways recently concluded the Pacific Grand Prix SCCA Majors this Memorial Day weekend, it is now preparing for the West Coast Grudge Grudgement Days on June 14-16, the 36th Annual Pacific Northwest Historics on June 28-30, and the 2024 NHRA Northwest Nationals this July. Click here to view their schedule.
Health Updates Essential Water Safety Tips from King County As summer approaches, water safety becomes paramount. King County Parks, the Sheriff’s Office, and Public Health – Seattle & King County are coordinating multiple opportunities this spring and summer to promote open water safety as drowning risks increase along rivers, lakes, and Puget Sound. This YouTube Short featuring Sergeant Rich Barton encourages you to share these tips with family and friends to remind them of the importance of staying safe while enjoying the water. Bike Safety Month In honor of Bike Safety Month, Public Health Insider shares another favorite family-friendly trail and provides a few bike safety tips to keep you and your loved ones rolling all season long. The Soos Creek Trail, nestled within the King County Parks System, is a haven for bikers, hikers, and nature lovers, offering stunning views that captivate visitors. More than just a path, Soos Creek Trail is an all-season greenbelt boasting rolling hills, dense forests, and peaceful wetlands. It’s a year-round escape that doesn’t require a long drive to the wilderness. Read more in the Public Health Insider blogpost here.
Local Services Contact Information Code Enforcement Links: Auburn | Algona | Federal Way | Kent | Pacific | Unincorporated
With best wishes, On June 17, 1975, the Seattle Seahawks unveiled their name and original logo that was based on the Kwakwaka’wakw (pronounced: KWA-kwuh-kyu-wakw) eagle mask, which represents a supernatural eagle and its transformation into human form. Out of 1,741 names submitted by fans, about 150 different people submitted the “Seahawks,” which at the time, was described by then General Manager John Thompson as “a tough, fish-eating bird.” Throughout history, the Seahawks have used variations of their original mark, making tweaks to the design. For the first 26 seasons, a grey helmet was used and was intended to be used alongside the modern blue lid as a road-only helmet, however the NFL quickly ended that plan. A fan vote was held to choose which color the team would use full-time with blue ultimately prevailing. This thunderbird mask, and masks like it, were also used by dancers who dramatically opened the mask to symbolize transformation.
Photo source: Sportslogos.net
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Green River Road S and 94th Place S from S 259th Street to 26800 block of Green River Road will be closed to traffic from Monday, June 3rd to Thursday, June 6th, from 6 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day. Crews will clean and restore the hillside along the road (county-owned property).
The Auburn Farmers Market is ready to open this Sunday, June 2nd from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Les Gove Park. Browse over 50 new and returning farm, food, and craft vendors. Pick up a bouquet of fresh cut flowers, enjoy live music from Ranger and the Re-Arrangers and be sure to catch Japanese Drum performance by Dekoboko Taiko. For more information, click 
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