2011 DNRP archived news releases

King County Parks picks cargo container eco-camping design: Economical, comfortable
In less than one year’s time, visitors to King County’s Tolt-MacDonald Park will be able to spend the night in a comfortable and ecologically sound camping structure – thanks to the creative vein tapped by King County Parks’ Little Footprint/Big Forest contest.

Community work party, Sept. 15-18, to put finishing touches on 132nd Square Park
A King County park is getting final touches prior to being transferred to the City of Kirkland, complete with several new amenities, thanks to a partnership between the County, the City of Kirkland, the Totem Lake Neighborhood Association and the Pomegranate Center, a non-profit organization that is committed to improving communities.

Public invited to celebrate Brightwater’s grand opening, Sept. 24
The regional wastewater treatment system that saved Lake Washington 50 years ago is opening the doors of its newest clean-water facility, and the public is invited to celebrate.

New King County solid waste rate supports modernization of 1960’s-era transfer stations
The Metropolitan King County Council has unanimously approved a one-year disposal rate for 2012, allowing the King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks’ Solid Waste Division to cover rising costs while modernizing a half-century-old solid waste handling system.

Green energy project to require temporary West Point beach and trail closure, Sept. 14
A project to convert biogas into heat and energy at King County’s West Point Treatment Plant will require a short-term closure of the beach and nearby trails in Seattle’s Discovery Park.

Issaquah, Shoreline, Kirkland add momentum to King County-Cities Climate Collaboration
The list of city leaders partnering with King County to address climate change is about to have a growth spurt.

Public meeting Sept. 20 to discuss proposal for brief deer hunt at Island Center Forest
King County Parks has scheduled a public meeting for Sept. 20 on Vashon Island to discuss its proposal for a dramatically reduced deer-hunting season at Island Center Forest.

Last chance to help King County Parks shape the future of its parks and trails
As part of its commitment to improving its parks and trails, King County Parks is looking for feedback about what makes King County’s parks, trails, and natural areas great for County residents and what’s needed in the future to make them even better.

Help keep tabs on native salmon as a Salmon Watcher Program volunteer
The salmon are headed home – and King County needs volunteers to count returning fish.

Reported odors not related to Brightwater testing and startup
Odors reported by Snohomish County residents are unrelated to Brightwater testing and startup, according to King County’s clean-water utility.