Communities of Opportunity news (January - February 2021)
COO Evaluation: Report and findings from January 2019 - June 2020
In what ways have COO’s cross-cutting strategies strengthened community connections and increased equity in housing, health, and economic conditions in King County?
More than 60 community members came together on January 9th to learn more about the Community Real Estate Stewardship Team (CREST)'s development projects and what it means to own and control land as a community.
Announcement: Best Starts for Kids Levy Renewal and Renewal Blueprint Report
On January 28th, King County Executive Dow Constantine announced his plan for the six-year Best Starts for Kids levy renewal to continue building toward our long-term vision for King County’s children, youth, families, and communities. Links to renewal announcement and blueprint report above.
SAVE THE DATE for the upcoming Best Starts for Kids Summit 2021: We build. We rise. We soar. The virtual summit will take place April 27-30, with a special preview day on Monday, April 26.
News: COO sponsors new work from local artists depicting the impacts of COVID-19 and racism
These works are a direct response to the bias and stigma that we saw grow out of the of the COVID-19 pandemic. They not only help us reflect on the community solidarity that we have consistently seen throughout this pandemic response, but also suggest ways of creating a better future, during this uncertain time. Samples of the artwork at the link.