
The Muckleshoot Halloween event brought together Tribal employees and the youngest members of the community for a fun, safe, and memorable morning. Departments lined the buildings with tables offering candy, small toys, and warm greetings.
This year’s event focused on children five and under, giving them an opportunity to enjoy Halloween in a comfortable and welcoming environment. Staff members dressed up, and created a lighthearted atmosphere that made the experience exciting but not overwhelming for the little kids. Employees handed out treats and exchanged friendly conversations.
Costumes ranged from tiny superheroes to animals, princesses, pumpkins, and firefighters.
The event also gave employees a chance to connect with the community in a meaningful way. For many staff, showing up for the kids is one of the highlights of the season, and their effort helped make the morning smooth, safe, and joyful for kids and a great start to their Halloween celebrations.

Secretary Jessica Garcia-Jones traveled this summer to meet with several important political figures including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (NY) and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear (KY).

As we enter the season of harvest and preparation for the colder months that follow, we know that many in the community are busy exercising our Treaty-protected rights to fill their freezers with fish and game to carry us through the year.

Members of the Muckleshoot Fish Commission met with Seattle Public Utilities General Manager Andrew Lee and his leadership team to tour the Cedar River Hatchery and discuss collaboration opportunities.

On Saturday, September 6th, Waterfront Park celebrated its historic grand opening. What was once the noisy Alaskan Way Viaduct is now a 20-acre civic waterfront — built for joy, connection, and community.
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