King Conservation District Seattle Community Partnership Programs Awards $761,000 to 13 Organizations
King Conservation District (KCD) and OSE are continuing their longstanding collaboration to invest in natural resource improvements that are led by or in deep partnership with Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities. KCD received [...]
Posted May. 27
Listening to Community Priorities to inform Critical Climate Investments
Green New Deal Oversight Board to present budget 2022 and 2023/24 budget recommendations in early June. On April 18th, the Green New Deal Oversight Board held a public listening session to create a space for community input, build connections, and [...]
Posted May. 25
Overcoming Challenges & Building Opportunities Together
2021 Duwamish Valley Program Update & Progress Report  By Alberto J. Rodríguez (OSE) & David W. Goldberg (OPCD)  It is no secret the last couple of years have been extremely challenging. But, due to the incredible grit, [...]
Posted May. 13
Seattle Confirms Six Members to the Urban Forestry Commission
The City of Seattle set the bold goal of achieving 30% tree canopy cover by 2037 to increase the environmental, social, and economic benefits trees bring to Seattle residents. The Urban Forestry Commission (UFC) is composed of thirteen members, six [...]
Posted May. 12
Fresh, from-scratch meals with local ingredients are happening at a Seattle school near you 
School food heroes at Seattle Public Schools (SPS) Culinary Services are bringing exciting changes to school food programs! Led by director Aaron Smith and District Executive Chef Emme Collins and informed by feedback and input from youth leadership, [...]
Posted May. 09