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New sewer rate proposal transmitted to reliably operate King County’s wastewater system, protecting water quality and public health
A new sewer rate proposal for 2027 would provide King County’s Wastewater Treatment Division the resources it needs to protect…
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Executive Zahilay announces plan to purchase Skyway Park Bowl as location for Skyway Community Center
King County Parks has agreed to purchase a 3.82-acre property next to Skyway Park as the site for Skyway’s first…
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VIDEO: King County is working with communities to promote forest canopy in urban unincorporated areas
Summary The Department of Natural Resources and Parks’ new Urban Forestry Program is conducting a study that will prioritize forest enhancement projects in unincorporated…
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Executive Zahilay joins partners for a tour of Wilburton Trestle, a project transforming the 1,000-foot-long wooden structure into a scenic trail bridge for Eastrail
A unique capital project that is converting the 122-year-old Wilburton Trestle into a scenic trail bridge for Eastrail in Bellevue…
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Women on the front line: The longest flood activation in at least 40 years
Historic flooding in December 2025 from back-to-back atmospheric rivers was an all-hands-on-deck response that required three weeks of 24/7 monitoring.…
DNRP Field Notes
Our talented workforce protects and restores the natural environment for the people, fish, and wildlife of King County, promoting more resilient, sustainable, equitable communities. We restore habitat, build and operate major infrastructure that protects Puget Sound, transform waste management to reduce carbon emissions, and expand and enhance regional parks and trails, all of which contribute to our region’s unique quality of life.
DNRP Field Notes extends this mission by offering a behind-the-scenes look at the people, places, and projects shaping King County’s environment. Through field notes, project updates, photo essays, and stories from our teams and partners, we highlight the science, creativity, and collaboration that drive our work. It’s a space designed to make our environmental stewardship more accessible, connect readers with the communities we serve, and share the innovations, challenges, and everyday moments that define our commitment to a healthier, more resilient region.
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