Update to county code has been more than a year in the making.
King County
The Office of Law Enforcement Oversight has released its annual 2018 report.
Under guise of nonprofit caring for rescued horses, allegations of animal cruelty arose.
Money will go toward early education and postsecondary support.
The report was originally due in October but has been extended until next spring.
It’s set to reap $100 million over the next 20 years from state coffers.
SnoValley Tilth’s Experience Farming Project gives new farmers a chance to muddy their boots.
Bothell and Kenmore each have four city council positions up for election this November.
Initial results from the Aug. 6 primary King County Council races are also in.
Environment
Puget Sound counties received more than $45 million.
Law enforcement
Recruits hired after Dec. 7 will need additional training coming out of the academy.
Ten park and rides will now offer monthly permit parking ranging in price from $60 to $120.
The building has been plagued with water failures stemming from Aquatherm pipes.
Warning signs on horizon as housing and rent prices cool down compared to previous years.
$23.5 million in repairs
Lawsuit filed in King County Superior Court alleges Aquatherm has been selling faulty pipes.
Elections
VoteWA has run into some problems in recent months as the Aug. 6 primary election draws closer.
Environment
University of Washington among researchers of climate change’s effects in global temperatures.
The tiny pilot project in Glacier could eventually be expanded.
Both the office and jail have supplied the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency.
Shortfall is roughly $250 million each year; county may seek tax from unincorporated voters.
