Executive outlined reforms for County government

Speech followed the first 100 days in office

Marking the end of his first 100 days in office, King County Executive Dow Constantine outlined his agenda for reform. The Executive addressed members of the Metropolitan King County Council and other separately-elected officials at a meeting of the Council and will deliver additional speeches throughout the County this week.

Run or walk a 5K in your Big Backyard

King County Parks invites you to enjoy their Big Backyard by hosting the inaugural Big Backyard 5K run/walk, May 23 at Marymoor Park. The event, sponsored by Group Health, includes a “virtual” 5K. Visit http://www.bigbackyard5k.com/entry.htm for more details and to sign up.

Where does your property tax dollar go?

Homeowners in King County who pay their property taxes themselves rather than through a mortgage lender are starting to receive their 2010 statements in the mail. While the check you send may be addressed to "King County", the County receives only 17 cents of every property tax dollar.