King County crews repair sewer pipe leak near Lincoln Park in West Seattle
A leak in the sewer pipe along Lincoln Park in West Seattle was quickly repaired by King County Wastewater Treatment Division crews within hours of notification on Sunday. The line and system are now fully operational.

King County crews quickly stop leak in wastewater pipe near Barton Pump Station and begin cleanup
A leak in the combined sewer force main pipe near Barton Pump Station in West Seattle was reported to King County Wastewater Treatment Division on Sunday, Nov. 27. Staff quickly responded to stop the leak and flows to the beach at Lincoln Park.

Opportunity to comment on environmental impact statement scope for King County’s next Flood Management Plan
King County is collecting input from Monday, Nov. 7 through Friday, Dec. 9, on the scope of an environmental impact statement for the next King County Flood Management Plan. Comments from the public, tribal governments, and city, state, and federal agencies will shape how the County approaches flood planning.

King County seeks public comment on a proposed recycling and transfer station project planned for Kirkland or Woodinville
King County’s Solid Waste Division is seeking public comment on the scope of an environmental impact statement the agency is preparing for its new Northeast Recycling and Transfer Station Project. An online open house along with three public meetings will offer project information, and opportunities to comment in person or in writing.

People in King County urged to prepare for another active flood season as the third-in-a-row ‘La Nina’ weather pattern is predicted
The King County Executive and King County Flood Control District Chair remind everyone to prepare now for what could be another active flood season as the region faces the third consecutive winter with a “La Nina” weather pattern, and as climate change increases the potential for more frequent and severe flooding.

People experiencing homelessness are helping King County restore Green River habitat, learn job skills
King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks’ second Jobs and Housing Program crew is helping maintain completed restoration projects and lay the foundation for future restoration successes.