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Back Subscribe to our site   Associations / Support Websites  Alliance of Eastside Agences AEA's mission is to build healthy communities through a strong human services network. We focus our efforts on promoting organizational excellence and strengthening our human services infrastructure.  American Heart Association Link to the American Heart Association.  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recognized as the lead federal agency for protecting the health and safety of people.  Commercial Green Building Standards A voluntary, consensus-based, market-driven building rating system based on existing proven technology. It evaluates environmental performance from a "whole building" perspective over a building's life cycle, providing a definitive standard for what constitutes a "green building".  Crisis Clinic The Crisis Clinic is a 24/7 organization that provides support and information for those who are experiencing a personal, or are related to someone experiencing a personal crisis.  Disposal of Household Hazardous Wastes This website lists options for getting rid of leftover hazardous household products and provides a link to the 2009 Wastemobile Schedule.  King County Solid Waste Division News For information regarding Transfer Stations and Landfills, Household Recycling, Composting, Reusable Building Materials Exchange Program and Hazardous Waste.  Mercer Island Boys and Girls Clubs  Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce  Mercer Island Historical Society Mercer Island's history.  Mercer Island School District Link to the Mercer Island School District website.  Mercer Island Sister City Association Thonon les Bains, France website  National Safety Council Link to the National Safety Council.  NFPA Link to the National Fire Protection Association.  Puget Sound Regional Council The Puget Sound Regional Council is an association of cities, towns, counties, ports, and state agencies that serves as a forum for developing policies and making decisions about regional growth and transportation issues in the four-county central Puget Sound region.  SEAFAIR Find out more about SEAFAIR summer events.  Senior Services of King County Senior Services is the largest non-profit agency serving older people in Washington. Established in 1967, the agency serves over 70,000 seniors and their families each year throughout King County.  Shared Strategy for Puget Sound Shared Strategy is a groundbreaking collaborative effort to protect and restore salmon runs across Puget Sound.  Stroum Jewish Community Center Link to the Jewish Community Center website.  Washington State Department of Health Washington State Health Department  Washington Water Trails Association WWTA accomplishes its mission by establishing access points, recreation and education for users of human- and wind-powered, beachable watercraft through the creation and citizen stewardship of water trails. WWTA works to coordinate and engage people from all walks of life, as well as organizations in both the private and public sectors, to support, develop and protect water trails in Washington State. Building  ICC-International Code Council The International Code Council (ICC) is dedicated to public safety in the built environment worldwide through development and promotion of uniform codes and standards, enhancement of professionalism in code administration and facilitation of acceptance of innovative building products and systems.  MyBuildingPermit.com This site is the collaborative effort of Bellevue, Issaquah, Kirkland, and Mercer Island—governments working together to provide a unified approach to building processes and services. Coming in late Spring 2002, you will be able to apply for simple permits on-line at MyBuildingPermit.com. On-line permits are limited to over-the-counter electrical, mechanical and pluming permits that do not require plan review.  Piers and Bulkheads -- ArmyCorps In order to protect threatened species in the Lake Washington freshwater system, the Corps of Engineers (Corps), the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) have developed Endangered Species Act (ESA) Guidance for applicants proposing new and replacement piers, bulkheads, and other activities. This Guidance is provided to assist applicants, expedite project review, and streamline the permit process while preserving protected species.  Residential Green Building Standards BUILT GREEN is designed to help Puget Sound homebuyers find quality, affordable homes that offer opportunities to protect the health of their families and the Northwest environment.  Reusable Building Materials Reduce, reuse, recycle! Free service offered by King Conty Solid Waste Division. Online materials exchange. Buy, sell or trade. Crime Prevention  BBB Scams Page Better business Bureau's Scam Page  Consumer Protection Washington State Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division  US Postal Inspectors Learn about fruds conducted through the mails.  USDOJ Consumer Fraud US Department of justice Consumer Fraud page. Earthquakes  Recent Earthquakes in Pacific Northwest Information on Pacific Northwest earthquake activity and hazards from the Pacific Northwest Seismograph Network (PNSN), which operates seismograph stations and locates earthquakes in Washington.  USGS U.S. Geological Survey's National Earthquake Information Center Emergency Management  American Red Cross (National) Link to the National American Red Cross website  American Red Cross Serving King & Kitsap Counties Link to the local chapter of the American Red Cross Serving King & Kitsap Counties website  Federal Center for Disease Control A Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response link to the CDC - Federal Center for Disease Control  FEMA Link to the Federal Emergency Management Agency  King County Emergency Management King County's Emergency Management website link. Prepare!  Regional Public Information Network - RPIN RPIN - Regional Public Information Network for the King County area contains updates on emergencies and other breaking news from participating Puget Sound jurisdictions and organizations  Seattle-King County Public Health Seattle-King County Public Health website  US Department of Homeland Security Employment  AWC Jobnet Job Postings for various Cities through The Association of Washington Cities.  Careers in Government Job postings with various state and local government agencies.  Job Bank USA Job and resume posting service, plus access to extensive links to career resources.  Seattle Times - NW Classified Search for jobs listed in the Seattle Times.  University of Washington - The Daily Looking for part-time short-term employment? The Daily features all varieties of employment opportunities.  US Census Bureau Official resource for social, demographic, and economic statistics. Includes news releases, a subscription service, and a search facility.  WA State Dept of Personnel Washington State job opportunities. Job hunting and benefits information.  WA State Employment Security Dept. Access to labor statistics and career guidance materials. Learn about unemployment insurance.  WorkSource Washington Search jobs by location, occupation or keyword, post resumes, find formatting tips and check out other career resources. Federal Resources  District Court - King County The Bellevue Division of the King County District Court is located in the Surrey Downs area of Bellevue, on 112th Avenue. The Division provides court services for the Cities of Bellevue, Clyde Hill, Medina, Hunt’s Point and Yarrow Point. The court also provides services for the City of Mercer Island in the courtroom located in the Mercer Island City Hall. There are three judges in the Bellevue Division: Judge Fred L. Yeatts, serving since 1991; Judge Linda K. Jacke, serving since 1993; and Judge Janet Garrow serving since 1999.  EPA Link to the Environmental Protection Agency  NOAA Link to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration website  OSHA Link to the Occupantional Safety and Health Administration.  U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Seattle District  U.S. Representative Dave Reichert U.S Representative Dave Reichertrepresents the 8th Congressional District. This District is located just east of the city of Seattle, including most of the Eastside, and much of rural Pierce County. The district is bordered on the west by Lake Washington, including Mercer Island, and on the east by the peaks of the Cascade Mountains. To the north, the district is bordered by the City of Kirkland, taking in much of the cities of Redmond and Woodinville, before heading east through rural King County. To the south, the district includes much of Mount Rainier National Park and runs west to include portions of the City of Puyallup and a small section of Tacoma.  US Census  USNO Master Clock The U.S. Naval Observatory (USNO) is charged with the responsibility for precise time determination and management of time dissemination . Fire Related Organizations  Chemtrec Link to Chemtrec  DOT Emergency Response Guidebook Link to the DOT Emergency Response Guidebook  New York City Firefighters Relief Fund  Retired Firefighters of Washington The Retired Firefighters of Washington's website.  USFA National Fire Academy Link to the National Fire Academy, located in Emmitsburg, Maryland.  Washington State Fire Academy Link to the Washington State Fire Academy. Fire Safety  Consumer Product Safety Commission The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is an independent federal regulatory agency created to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injuries and deaths associated with some 15,000 types of consumer products. An important part of this mission is to inform the public about product hazards. CPSC uses various means to inform the public. These include local and national media coverage, publication of numerous booklets and product alerts, a web site, a telephone Hotline, the National Injury Information Clearinghouse, CPSC's Public Information Center and responses to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests.  Puget Sound Clean Air Agency Burn Ban Information Housing  ARCH - A Regional Coalition for Housing Information about owning an Accessory Dwelling Unit King County Resources  Anti-Harassment Orders Anti-Harassment information for victims of harassment.  Assessor - King County King County Department of Assessments: Information about property values and characteristics.  East King County - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle The What do I do with...? directory is a database that contains listings of hundreds of businesses and organizations that accept unwanted items from residents and businesses in King County, Washington, for reuse, recycling or proper disposal.  Eastside Domestic Violence Program EDVP provides confidential advocacy services for anyone in a domestic violence sitation. Domestic violence is abuse by one person in a intimate relationship in order to maintain power and control over their partner. It is a pattern of behaviors that tend to become more frequent and intense over time.  Household Hazardous Wastemobile Household hazardous waste collection sites & dates.  KC Sexual Assault Resource Center Our direct services to victims/survivors are provided to residents of King County in Washington State only. There is no charge for our client services.  King County Animal Control  King County GIS Property Information The King County GIS Center has integrated data from the Department of Development and Environmental Services (DDES) and the King County Assessors Office into an interactive map that displays the location and characteristics of any property within King County. The parcel locators display this information in the form of maps, tables, and text. These applications allow customers to search for a property using a parcel number, a street address, or by simply clicking on the displayed map.  King County Records Search Search and retrieve index and/or documents by various selection criteria. These documents include land records, marriage documents, surveys, excise tax affidavits and general documents filed with the King County Recorder's Office.  King County Recycling Events Calendar of upcoming recyling events in King County  King County Remodel Guides The King County Green Home Remodel guides have been completed, and are now available online as pdf files. Project Tips Kitchen Remodels Bath & Laundry Roofing  King County Voter Information Get current election, voter registration and candidate information.  Name Change Information General legal information concerning name change requests and procedures.  Other Hazardous Waste Programs Hazardous Waste Management Programs in King County are an intensive effort to reduce and properly manage waste through education, collection and technical assistance.  Small Claims Court General information on small claims court, process and procedures.  Take it BackNetwork The Take it Back Network is a partnership among government agencies, retailers, repair shops, charitable organizations and recyclers that provides consumers with options for recycling certain wastes – and their hazardous components – in a safe and cost effective manner. Take it Back Network locations will accept electronic products such as computers, TVs, cell phones and certain household electronics. Fluorescent light bulbs including compact fluorescent bulbs and straight tubes can also be recycled at certain Take it Back Network locations. More products will be added to the Take it Back network soon!  WRIA 8 Lake Washington/Cedar River/Sammamish salmon conservation plan Law Enforcement  Department of Justice Computer Crime Web Site Information about computer crime including policy, cases, laws, and reporting.  Federal Bureau of Investigation Federal Bureau of Investigation Home Page  US Secret Service United States Secret Service is mandated by Congress to carry out dual missions: protection of national and visiting foreign leaders, and criminal investigations.  Washington Criminal Justice Employment Listing of Law Enforcement related jobs in Washington State. Includes Police Officers, Dispatchers, and Corrections. Local Resources  Children's Response Center Children's Response Center helps children and families who have been affected by child sexual abuse, homicide, domestic abuse, or other traumatic events.  Eastside Legal Assistance Program NJP website serves as a clearinghouse of legal self-help materials and tools that provide information about non-criminal legal problems affecting low-income people in Washington State. While NJP will not agree to undertake actual legal representation via e-mail, visitors are encouraged to use this web site to assess their need for such representation.  Mercer Island Library  Mercer Island Preschool Association  Mercer Island Reporter Local weekly newpaper  Mercer Island School District Mercer Island School Disctrict includes Mercer Island High School, Crest Learning Center, Islander Middle School, Lakeridge Elementary School, West Mercer Elementary School and Island Park Elementary School. This site provides information on news, bus schedules, district strategic plan(s) and much more...  Recycle - It's Good for Your Living Room Where to recycle your old TV.  Recycling and Solid Waste  Youth Theatre Northwest Public Safety  LOK-IT-UP LOK-IT-UP: An Educational Campaign to Promote Safe Storage of Firearms Among Families. Call (877) 565-4887 or www.lokitup.org. The LOK-IT-UP Campaign is a Public Education program to increase the safe storage of firearms in families that own guns. The website has information on the campaign, on locking devices for firearms, on participating retailers, and links to other relevant sites. A discount coupon redeemable at participating shops in King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties is available on the website.  State Department of Health - Bioterrorism Current information from the Washington State Department of Health on bioterrorism and related health issues.  Underwriters Laboratory Link to Underwriters Laboratory website Puget Sound Area Fire Departments  Bellevue Fire Department Link to the Bellevue Fire Department  Bothell Fire Department Link to the Bothell Fire Department  Eastside Fire & Rescue Link to Eastside Fire & Rescue  Kirkland Fire Department Link to the Kirkland Fire Department  Northshore Fire Department Link to the Northshore Fire Department  Redmond Fire Department Link to the Redmond Fire Department  Renton Fire Department Link to the Renton Fire Department  Seattle Fire Department Link to the Seattle Fire Department  Shoreline Fire Department Link to the Shoreline Fire Department  Woodinville Fire & Life Safety District Link to the Woodinville Fire & Life Safety District Recreation  King County Parks and Recreation King County Parks and Recreation Information.  Mercer Island Picnic Shelter Click for information on the I-90 Park on the Lid picnic shelter information.  Mercer Island Special Olympics Link to Mercer Island's Special Olympics website.  My Parks And Recreation The site everyone is talking about! A combined effort of the Cities of Bellevue, Bothell, Issaquah, Kirkland, Kenmore, Mercer Island, Sammamish and Woodinville. A work in progress,with Phase I (the information only phase) currently available. This site is the first of its type in the northwest, with future phases giving you the power to search for recreation programs, park and facility information, and special event information for eight different cities in King County -- all from one website! MyParksAndRecreation.com ... proud members of the eCityGov.net alliance.  Northwest Center's Mary Wayte Pool For Information on the Mercer Island Pool. Scuba / Dive Links  Dive Rescue International Link to Dive Rescue International State Resources  Access Washington Washington State Government Information and Services  DOE Permit Assistance Center Department of Ecology Maintains a Permit Assistance Center to proived statewide environmental permit information. Regional Staff are available to coordinate permit applications for large, complex projects, and to work with applicants, agencies and regulatory authorities to develop a plan for meeting environmental and land-use requirements.  Hiring a Contractor or Remodeler L & I On-line Pamphlet/booklet: Provides a checklist for consumers considering hiring a general or specialty building contractor. Reviews the registration process that contractors must follow and how registration helps protect consumers. Informed, cautious consumers can better protect their financial investment. This brochure tells you what to look for and avoid if you're planning to hire a contractor or remodeler.  Labor and Industries' contractor database The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries' maintains a database to assist you in determining if your prospective construction or electrical contractor, electrician or plumber has met the legal requirements for operating in Washington State.  Office of the Attorney General Consumer Protection Division The Consumer Protection Division enforces consumer protection statutes by investigating and bringing legal actions to stop fraudulent and deceptive practices, and to recover refunds, costs and penalties. It facilitates the resolution of consumer problems by notifying businesses of written complaints and mediating those complaints. The division also provides information to the public on consumer rights, fraudulent or predatory business activities, and issues alerts when consumers are targeted for fraudulent or illegal practices.  State Governor Christine Gregoire State of Washington Governor Gregoire's homepage.  State Rep. Judy Clibborn Representative Clibborn represents Washington State's 41st Legislative District which includes Bellevue, Mercer Island, west Issaquah and northeast Renton.  State Rep. Marcie Maxwell Representative Maxwell represents Washington State's 41st Legislative District which includes Bellevue, Mercer Island, west Issaquah, and northeast Renton.  State Senator Fred Jarrett Senator Jarrett represents Washington State's 41st Legislative District which includes Bellevue, Mercer Island, west Issaquah, and northeast Renton  WA State Dept of Fish & Wildlife Link to State Department of Fish & Wildlife for King County.  WA State Dept of Retirement Systems Link to Washington State's Department of Retirement Systems.  WA State Emergency Management Link to Washington State Emergency Management  Washington Department of Ecology Link to the Washington State Department of Ecology  Washington Department of Labor & Industries Link to the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries Training  SVC Park Law Enforcement Academy Train to become a State Park Ranger Transportation  Eastside Transportation Partnership A continuing cooperative effort of public and private sectors to address the Eastside's transportation problems.  I-405 Corridor Program A community based partnership to determine future improvements to the entire 30 mile corridor of I-405 sponsored by the Washinton State Department of Transportation.  Mercer Island Bus Routes  Regional Transportation Issues  Trans-Lake Washington Project The Washington Department of Transportation's project for improving cross-Lake Washington travel.  Transportation Alternatives Bus, Vanpool, carpool, and other travel options. Tree Care and Landscaping  Beneficial Landscaping EPA Region 10 Lanscape Guide for the Northwest  International Society of Arboriculture ISA is a non-profit organization supporting tree care research around the world and dedicated to the care and preservation of shade and ornamental trees.  WSU Native Plant Guide Good guide to Western Washington native plants. Utility  Comcast Cable Comcast Cable has a non-exclusive franchise for Cable Television on Mercer Island. They also provide unregulated services such as High Speed Internet. Their franchise expires in 2006. Meanwhile other cable service companies are not precluded or discouraged from offering to provide competitive services on the island. To reach Comcast's customer service department, call 1-888-COMCAST.  Criteria for Sewage Works Design Washington Department of Ecology's Criteria for Sewage Works Design ("the Orange Book")- A guide of sewage collection systems.  King County Wastewater Treatment Division Link to King County Wastewater Treatment Division.  Puget Sound Energy Puget Sound Energy provides electricity and natural gas services on Mercer Island. To report natural gas or electric emergencies and outages at any time of day or night, call toll-free at 1-888-225-5773.  Stormwater Management Manual for Western Washington Guidelines for stormwater managment, erosion/sediment control, and design. Washington Department of Ecology Stormwater Management Manual for Western Washington Volunteering  Seattle Volunteer A web site published entirely by volunteer labor. We connect Seattle's non-profit organizaions with people, like you, seeking to find meaningful volunteer opportunties. We aim to provide extensive, comprehensive resources for the Puget Sound area.  Seattle Works Seattle Works aims to foster in young adults a lifetime commitment to community involvement through innovative volunteer activities and educational opportunities. Each year, SW accomplishes this goal and deepens its impact by designing and managing community based programs and events that meet the needs of individuals, companies and community organizations.  Seattle Youth Involvement Network SYIN ensures and promotes the development of an effective and confident youth voice among middle and high-school aged youth by creating avenues for civic involvement, leadership training and decision making. SYIN strives for a society in which youth are respectful as powerful leaders and active community members.  United Way of King County United Way of King County exists to help people live better lives, improve their communities and realize their dreams. We work to strength our community in many ways. Would you like to help others, make a difference, build a strong Community Safety Net and feel good? Check out their site... Water Supply  Central Puget Sound Water Suppliers Forum A new website - lots of good information. Check it out!  Puget Sound Water Quality Action Team The goal of the Puget Sound Water Quality Action Team is to restore and protect the biological health and diversity of Puget Sound by protecting and enhancing Puget Sound's water and sediment quality; its fish and shellfish; and its wetlands and other habitats.  Salmon Friendly Gardens  Seattle Public Utilities  U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Institute for Water Resources  Water Supply Operating Board The Seattle Water Supply System Operating Board (OB) is a consortium of 12 municipalities and water districts that are working together with the City of Seattle to bring the purest and best tasting water to the greater Seattle metropolitan region of King County and a small portion of Snohomish County. 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