Western Washington cities and counties receive nearly $8 million in federal grants to improve public safety and technological resources, with significant funds for behavioral health and crisis response.

Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections is hosting two Home Fairs to educate on housing rules, permitting, and emergency preparedness, starting with the North Seattle Home Fair on October 5th.

King County allocated $5 million to boost parks and recreational facilities, with Executive Constantine and the County Council's approval, benefitting 63 projects for youth activities.

Seattle Public Utilities introduces text notifications for emergency water outages to quickly inform residents and businesses, aiming to improve response times and customer service.

Bellevue offers free "Art of Listening" workshops to improve communication skills, led by Marci McReynolds from the Bellevue Conflict Resolution Center.

SDOT is refining Ballard Ave NW's street design to improve gatherings, business access, and travel, following community collaboration. Changes include enhanced pedestrian safety and support for freight services, while maintaining a travel lane.

Seattle Parks and Recreation offers fall activities for adults 50+, including trips to Pumpkin Patch and Seattle Chocolate Factory, painting classes, Pickleball, and wellness programs.

Seattle Mayor seeks new members for the Pioneer Square Preservation Board, focusing on roles such as Property Owner and Attorney, with meetings twice a month.

Bellevue seeks volunteers for its Human Services Commission, with applications due Sept. 23. Residents can advise on social policy and fund allocation, reflecting community diversity. Meetings are twice monthly.

The Seattle City Council has approved Seattle City Light's Strategic Plan Update for 2025-2030, outlining plans for cleaner energy and a more resilient grid.

Seattle Mayor seeks members for the Pioneer Square Preservation Board to guide historic district decisions. Applications for Property Owner, Attorney, and At-Large positions are invited.

Seattle seeks a consultant for its Equitable Transit Oriented Development program, focusing on including marginalized communities in urban planning around transit areas.

Entre Hermanos is a Seattle-based organization assisting the LGBTQ+ Latinx community with health, legal, and cultural services, evolving from its HIV/AIDS focus to a broader support provider.