2007 News archives

County Council approves funds to “restore history” inside King County Courthouse
Project will refurbish historic windows and courtrooms; grand entrance restoration also funded through final design 

Julia Patterson elected Chair of King County Council for 2008
Dow Constantine, Reagan Dunn named Vice-Chairs in annual Council reorganization  

Council ensures public ownership of Eastside BNSF rail corridor and dual use for rail and trails
New agreement calls for public process to determine best allocation for rails and trails 

Council approves plan to preserve affordable housing at Lora Lake Apartments in Burien
County to purchase land, work with Burien officials on community development 

Gossett: Civic engagement and bipartisanship charted Council’s course in 2007
Public involvement played major role in mental health, flood control, responsible policy  

Phillips Re-appointed to Sound Transit Board
The Metropolitan King County Council today unanimously approved Councilmember Larry Phillips’ re-appointment to the Sound Transit Board for a second four-year term.  

Council prepares legislation to ensure public ownership and dual use of Eastside BNSF rail corridor for rail and trails
Four members of the Metropolitan King County Council today announced they are preparing proposed legislation for action on Monday that will ensure public ownership of the Eastside BNSF rail corridor, and preserve the opportunities for its use as both a recreational trail and a transportation corridor.  

Council accepts $3 million in private donations in support of Children’s Health Initiative
The Metropolitan King County Council today passed legislation for the County to accept $3 million in current and future donations for the implementation of programs that are part of the King County Children’s Health Initiative.  

Council calls for regional “Green Fleet” standards and certification to help combat climate change
The Metropolitan King County Council today called for development and adoption of regional green fleet standards and establishment of a regional clean vehicle certification program. 

Phillips joins local government leaders from across the nation to shape federal climate change policy
On the eve of a major debate on major federal climate change legislation in the U.S. Senate, Metropolitan King County Councilmember Larry Phillips met this week with local government leaders from across the U.S. in Washington, DC, to identify how the federal government can help support the County’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.