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June 5, 2024
Eastrail expansion: Wilburton Trestle transformation begins?
Aerial view of the Wilburton Trestle, a 1,000-foot-long structure that will offer spectacular views of the Bellevue skyline [ [link removed] ]
We?re excited to begin transforming the 120-year-old Wilburton Trestle into a new trail bridge for Eastrail. When the project is complete in two years, the 1,000-foot-long structure will offer spectacular views of the Bellevue skyline and convenient access to other regional trails and Sound Transit?s new Wilburton Station.??
It?s expected to be one of the most popular segments of Eastrail, an emerging 42-mile regional trail that connects South and East King County communities to Snohomish County with a spur to Redmond. ?
The $37 million project ? which will be led by King County Parks ? is made possible thanks to funding from Washington?s Climate Commitment Act [ [link removed] ], Amazon, the City of Bellevue, Kaiser Permanente, and the King County Parks Levy.??
Check out social media [ [link removed] ] from the celebration.?
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Boosting solar capacity for a brighter future?
Solar panels being installed on a rooftop at West Point Treatment Plant
In addition to installing 2,000 batteries to provide West Point Treatment Plant with a more reliable power supply, our Wastewater Treatment Division is harnessing solar power. The new structure that houses the onsite batteries features 140 solar panels, producing 80 kW to power lighting and HVAC systems. This initiative is part of our commitment to sustainability and reducing our energy footprint.?
A goal in King County?s Strategic Climate Action Plan is to install 1.5 megawatts of solar power by the end of 2025. We plan to expand solar installations at our new Georgetown Wet Weather Treatment Station and the Christie True Environmental Education Center at Brightwater Treatment Plant, and integrate solar technology into new facilities.?
Every solar panel brings us closer to a renewable energy future.?
*Read the story* [ [link removed] ]
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Beavers 'do it better': King County's modern approach to habitat restoration?
Photo of a beaver with text modernizing our approach to beavers [ [link removed] ]
In this video, discover how our ecologists and engineers are modernizing their approach to habitat restoration to capitalize on the remarkable recovery of King County?s beaver population.??
Recognizing beavers? unique ability to add ecological complexity and improve water quality for people, salmon, and wildlife, our staff experts created a manual that shows how to reduce the impacts on nearby landowners and promote beaver activity that creates healthier landscapes that are more resilient to climate impacts.?
*Watch the video* [ [link removed] ]
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Poison Hemlock: know it and control it??
Close up of poison hemlock with a person's hand in a gardening glove
Poison hemlock is highly toxic and poses a serious threat to people and animals. Our noxious weed specialists are here to help you identify poison hemlock and how to safely remove it.??
Young poison hemlock plants look like carrot greens but have purple or reddish blotches on the stems. In the second year, they can grow 5 to 10 feet tall with tiny white flowers in umbrella-shaped clusters. Here?s how to handle it:?
* Pull or dig up small plants (wear gloves!) ?
* Remove the entire root and wash hands thoroughly
* Put it in the trash instead of compost?
* Avoid mowing it, which can spread toxins?
* Add mulch or replant the space with native vegetation?
*Read the blog* [ [link removed] ]
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Trailhead Direct is back for the summer!?
Trailhead Direct, transit-to-trails service
Trailhead Direct, King County?s popular transit-to-trails service, is back for the summer, connecting hikers to Mount Si and the Issaquah Alps. It will operate each weekend and select holidays. Grab your hiking gear, leave the car, and enjoy some of the best trails in King County!??
Find the schedule and route information [ [link removed] ].?
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Movies at Marymoor returns July 10
Movies at Marymoor [ [link removed] ]
BECU Movies at Marymoor kicks off its 20th season July 10. Enjoy the ultimate summer movie lineup with a walk-in, blanket-and-chairs festival format at King County Parks? Marymoor Park in Redmond.
* July 10: "Back to the Future"
* July 16: "10 Things I Hate About You"
* July 24: "Shrek"
* July 31: "Barbie"
* Aug. 7: "Pitch Perfect"
* Aug. 13: "Harry Potter & the Sorcerer?s Stone"
* Aug. 20: "Encanto"
* Aug. 28: "The Princess Bride"?
Tickets and lineup [ [link removed] ].
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Rivers are dangerously cold even on warm summer days
Sgt. Rich Barton speaking about river safety [ [link removed] ]
Stay safe this summer! Warm weather is finally on its way, but remember, the water is still dangerously cold even when the air temperature is high. Rivers are particularly hazardous this time of year when melting snow keeps the water cold ? and lakes aren?t much warmer. Even strong swimmers can experience debilitating shock.
Wear a life jacket, don?t consume alcohol or drugs, and designate someone in your group to watch children and pets. Enjoy the beach weather safely!
Watch the video [ [link removed] ].?
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Social media spotlight?
Trailhead SZN is the best SZN
Trailhead Direct [ [link removed] ]
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Poison hemlock identification
Poison hemlock identification 101 [ [link removed] ]
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