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2009 News Archive

July 13
Council responds to State audit with call for increased accountability
Adopted motion requests stricter reporting requirements and addresses findings on cash and asset management
July 13
County Council and Executive-branch agencies to reduce staff and freeze hiring to keep budget “lifeboat” afloat
Money saved by emergency actions will help maintain $1.5 million in critical programs without spending reserves needed to close 2010 budget shortfall
July 13
Patterson calls for early renewal and expansion of Veterans and Human Services Levy
Dedicated funding for public health would be added
July 13
Phillips: Unfunded mandates from state must go
Introduces motion to quantify financial impacts of state unfunded mandates imposed on King County
July 10
Selection committee recommends two for appointment as King County Assessor

July 10
“Let’s Go Wild” in Enumclaw: City to host King County Fair July 16-18
Oldest fair West of the Mississippi opens its gates Thursday
July 9
Council Town Hall to focus on economic development and worker training
Members to receive briefing on regional economy, discuss stimulus funds and training programs
July 9
Constantine proposes County hiring freeze
Measure could save millions and help keep “lifeboat” programs afloat
July 8
Council committee backs legislation calling for increased accountability
Motion in response to state audit requests stricter reporting requirements and addresses findings on cash and asset management
July 7
Constantine applauds state call for a halt to mining operations at Maury Island aquatic reserve
Council chair urges rescission of state shorelands lease for massive barge-loading facility
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