One month until the King County Substance Use Recovery Conference!
The countdown is on — we’re just one month away from the King County Substance Use Recovery Conference, happening Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at Green River College!
This year’s conference will bring together professionals, advocates, and community members who are committed to advancing recovery, harm reduction, and compassionate care.
We're honored to welcome Maia Szalavitz as our keynote speaker — a groundbreaking journalist and author whose work has reshaped how we understand addiction and treatment.
Why attend?
✔️ Hear powerful stories and research from experts and lived-experience voices
✔️ Connect with peers, providers, and policy advocates
✔️ Gain new tools and insights to support recovery and community healing
Register online at Eventbrite
 Councilmember Reagan Dunn visits the SR 18 - I-90 interchange
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has rescheduled the five-day closure of State Route 18, which was previously scheduled for May 15-21, due to forecasted rain. The new dates for the closure are 9 p.m. Thursday, May 29, to 5 a.m. Wednesday, June 4.
During the closure, WSDOT will be working to improve the interchange with Interstate 90.
See my previous e-newsletter for more information about the extended closure of SR 18.
 Members of the Jewish Federation accept the proclamation from the King County Council
I was honored to co-sponsor a proclamation recognizing Jewish American Heritage Month in King County. According to data provided by the Anti Defamation League, Washington has seen a shocking 431% increase in antisemitic incidents since 2021. This is why it's critical that we unite behind our Jewish neighbors as we take this time to honor the Jewish people, their story, and all that they have contributed to our community. Thank you to my colleague Councilmember Zahilay for leading on this issue.
 Comcast RISE grants
King County has been selected as one of five regions in the U.S. for Comcast RISE Grants. This means 100 small businesses in King County will receive over $3 million in grants for monetary, marketing, and technology support.
Applications are open from May 1-31 at www.ComcastRISE.com, with winners announced in August.
FCD Flood Reduction Grants
The 2025 Steve Bleifuhs Flood Reduction Grants are for small and medium-sized local flood reduction projects that address existing or potential flooding. Eligible applicants include homeowner associations, schools, nonprofits, tribes, cities and towns, and King County agencies.
The application deadline has been extended to May 30. Find more information or apply at the Flood Control District website.
Vets Engaged RFP
Vets Engaged awards small grants for entities to convene community-building events and activities that increase social engagement and connection for veterans, military servicemembers, and their respective families. The intent is to cultivate a sense of belonging among veterans and that help bridge the military-civilian divide.
Applications are due May 30 at 2 PM. Find more information or apply at the Vets Engaged website.
Best Starts for Kids (BSK) Investing Early Together RFP
Best Starts for Kids Investing Early Together: Community-Based Parenting Supports, Home-Based Services, and Universal Developmental Screening & Promotion request for proposals (RFP) is now open!
Applications are due June 20 at 2 PM. Find more information at the BSK website and use the following links to view the full funding opportunity details and apply:
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