April 12, 2023
What did it take to become a female operator at a King County wastewater treatment plant? Ask Pam Restovic.
Pam Restovic is a trailblazer who has seen the field change and grow to become more a more welcoming workforce, and finds purpose in her work protecting public health and the environment.
February 15, 2023
Operator-in-Training Program recognized with 2023 National Environmental Achievement Award
The National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) recognized the program for “initiatives that have made a remarkable impact on environmental protection, the advancement of the water sector, and the betterment of their communities.”
December 12, 2022
Employee Spotlight: Drew Thompson, finalist for the Clean Tech Alliance Energy Leadership JEDI Award
This award, given by the Clean Tech Alliance, recognizes those who perform outstanding work to make the energy sector more equitable, support climate justice and diversity in the sector, and foster an inclusive ecosystem.
December 2, 2021
Building a path for the future during a challenging time
In 2021, WTD’s partners at City of Bellevue Parks navigated the ongoing pandemic to create a big win for trail users and youth employment.
November 17, 2021
WaterWorks grants $5 million to community water quality improvement projects for 2022-23
68 projects aimed at protecting and improving regional water quality will be launched in the new year, thanks to funding through King County’s WaterWorks Grant Program.
August 19, 2021
Wastewater employees’ thoughtful approach earns industry award
In June, our utility won the Industry Appreciation Award from AACE International, the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering. King County is the first public agency to win the award since its creation in 1972.
August 3, 2021
Working from home works for inspection group
When about half of our approximately 700 utility employees started working from home, they quickly adapt to this new hybrid way of working to assure our essential services to the public continued.
April 6, 2021
Empowering women in wastewater careers
Young Women Empowered (Y-WE) STEM Exploration Day is an annual event organized by a non-profit organization, Young Women Empowered (Y-WE), based in Seattle, Washington.
December 23, 2020
Helping Feed Communities in Need
CitySoil Farm at King County’s South Treatment Plant in Renton was able to donate 3,762 lbs. of fresh, culturally-relevant fruits and vegetables to the White Center Food Bank this year – even thought we had to cancel our in-person education…
