Information Regarding the Howard Hanson Dam and Potential Green River Flooding
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Special Notification: Please be aware of fraudulent scams on the internet claiming that you can become a of member of "Seattle-Tacoma Search and Rescue" (SAT-SAR) by paying money (such as $10.00) to join. None of King County Search And Rescue's officially recognized volunteer units, or their fundraising organizations, represent themselves by this name. Nor do any of our volunteer units accept money in return for becoming a member, without first meeting with you in person and discussing the several requirements to join. Please contact the King County SAR Coordinator SAR.coordinator@kingcounty.gov for further information about joining KCSAR.
Check Out the Sheriff's Office 2009 Annual Report - click on the image below
Sheriff Sue Rahr is a 28-year veteran of law enforcement. She is King County's first female Sheriff. With more than 1,000 employees, the King County Sheriff's Office serves the law enforcement needs of over half a million people in unincorporated areas and our 12 contract cities. The KCSO also provides police departments for the Muckleshoot Tribe, Metro Transit, and the King County International Airport.
Facts & Figures
King County is the state's largest metropolitan county. It spans more than 2,100 square miles and has more than 1.8 million citizens.
2008 Employees: 1,153
2008 Budget: $147 million
Sheriff Rahr Elected: 2005
Sheriff's Term: 4 years
Statutory Authority RCW 36.28.010:
The sheriff is the chief executive officer and conservator of the peace of the county.
