Employee preparedness for flooding in the Green River valleyThere is a higher risk of flooding in parts of Auburn, Kent, Renton, South Seattle and Tukwila and many homes and businesses that have not typically seen flood water in the past could be flooded. The flood risk is higher If heavy or prolonged rain occurs this flood season (roughly October through March), because an earthen bank next to the Howard Hanson dam was damaged after record high water last winter. Until the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers can make repairs, it must limit the amount of flood water it stores behind the dam. King County employees may be affected in many ways. Work sites in the Green River valley may be impacted, King County employees who live in the valley may be affected, and employees who commute through the valley may need to find alternate routes. Please take a moment to get informed, and make a plan. By taking the time to prepare now, you will know how to respond if a flood event occurs this flood season. Bi-lingual Informational brochure mailed to residents in the Green River Valley Website with resources in multiple languages Wallet size emergency contact card that you can print and fill in the blanks (PDF) PowerPoint presentation given to employees at lunch sessions at potentially flood-affected work sites (PPT) Frequently Asked Questions
How much warning will we have in advance of a flood incident, and how long will it take the water to reach worksites after water is released from the dam?
There are a number of variables that affect advance warning times, which are dependent upon where the water flows, how fast, and whether the entire levee system holds. That is why preplanning is critical. Flood season in the Pacific Northwest is typically late October through early March. Who do I call if I have questions about worksite location closures?
The King County employee hotline at: 206-205-8600. You may also contact your supervisor or manager. Who will contact me if I need to evacuate a worksite?
You will be contacted by department management. Where can I find flood preparedness information in multiple languages?
If I don’t have direct deposit, how do I get my paycheck if my worksite location is closed due to flooding?
We strongly encourage you to sign up for direct deposit. If you are already set up for direct deposit, your pay will be deposited into your bank account as usual on pay day. If you are paid by a paper paycheck, your payroll contact for your agency or department will distribute as they normally do if possible, send to you via U.S. Mail, or provide you with special instructions. How do I sign up for direct deposit?
To obtain more information about direct deposit, to sign up for direct deposit, or to download a direct deposit form, visit the Employees’ Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement website. Is there an alternate location for me to report to work?
There may be. Communications about alternative worksites will be provided via the King County employee hotline at: 206-205-8600 and/or your supervisor or manager. How do I update my personal emergency contact information?
You may use the PeopleSoft self service method (You can access PeopleSoft from the benefits website, under emergency contact information. sign in, click "self service"; click "My Personal Information"; click "Emergency Contacts"; edit accordingly. You may also submit a hard copy "Personal Information Update Form" to your payroll or human resources representative; your representative has a copy of the form and you may also find it on line at: http://www.kingcounty.gov/employees/benefits/Forms.aspxWho is working on the planning effort?
This is an enormous effort which includes all King County departments, cities, State agencies, FEMA , and regional partners. |
