2007 News archives

Study calls for closer look at managing cruise ship waste in Puget Sound
Council seeks improved management of ‘biomass’ from ships, cleaner water

White Center Park renamed in honor of King County Sheriff’s deputy Steve Cox
County Council approves creation of “permanent tribute” in the community he served

Council adopts motion to re-establish unit in Sheriff’s office
Council adopts motion to re-establish unit in Sheriff’s office

County Council, local farmers celebrate harvest
With the fall comes the harvest, and the Metropolitan King County Council today recognized the farmers bringing in those crops by proclaiming Saturday, September 22 as Harvest Celebration Day in King County.

Elected officials across region urge funding for repair of County’s aging flood levees
Elected officials who serve on the Advisory Committee to the King County Flood Control Zone District today urged assessment of a small property tax levy to help fix the county’s failing flood protection facilities and reduce the hazard of future flood disasters.

Reforming Criminal Justice: What needs to be done
Seattle’s Central Area will host a Town Hall meeting for the Metropolitan King County Council to examine ongoing innovations and reforms in the King County criminal justice system, and the community partnerships that are needed to deter crime, prevent recidivism, and encourage self-empowerment.

Statement from King County Board of Health Chair Patterson on Menu Ruling in New York
“The King County Board of Health passed significant legislation this summer that requires chain restaurants to label their menus with nutrition information. This action was taken at the urging of 82 percent of local residents polled, in response to the growing obesity epidemic, and in our role promoting health and informed choices. The New York City Board of Health passed legislation that was similar in its subject, but significantly different in its implementation and in the criteria for what restaurants were affected.

Creating “Citizen Councilor Networks”
The Metropolitan King County Council today unanimously voted to adopt Initiative 24, enabling creation of informal community networks of citizens to discuss countywide issues.

Council rejects adoption of Initiative 25
The Metropolitan King County Council today voted unanimously to allow Initiative 25 to appear on the November ballot without endorsement, as submitted by proponents, following rejection of proposals to either adopt the initiative or submit a different date for election of a new county office of elections director.

Council saves taxpayer dollars but delays vote on Elections Director
After years of debate, three independent review panels, several studies and a motion to approve an elected director of elections, the County Council today opted to yet again delay on whether voters could choose elected leadership to the King County Records, Elections and Licensing Services Division.