May 9-The Port of Seattle announced that it will require all passengers, visitors, and workers, including Port employees, to wear cloth face coverings in the public areas of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport starting on May 18. “Airport workers keep our region’s supply chain moving and support safe essential travel,” said Port of Seattle Executive Director Steve … Continue reading Port Updates Cloth Face Coverings Policy for Workers, Visitors, and Passengers at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Governor Inslee announces plan to allow construction projects previously underway to be completed
April 24-Gov. Jay Inslee, in consultation with the state’s construction industry, announced a plan today to allow current construction projects to be completed. The recommendations were informed by workers, contractors, health and safety experts, and local government officials, for safe construction standards. “I thank all those involved in the construction work group in helping us get … Continue reading Governor Inslee announces plan to allow construction projects previously underway to be completed
AT-HOME TESTING EFFORT IMPROVES OUTBREAK DATA; ADDITIONAL TESTING AVAILABLE FOR FIRST RESPONDERS, HEALTH CARE WORKERS
April 24-Cases of COVID-19 that might have gone undetected are now being identified across King County, thanks to volunteer participants using a new at-home test kit to collect a nasal sample and return it to a lab for testing.Public Health — Seattle & King County and the team behind the Seattle Flu Study launched the greater … Continue reading AT-HOME TESTING EFFORT IMPROVES OUTBREAK DATA; ADDITIONAL TESTING AVAILABLE FOR FIRST RESPONDERS, HEALTH CARE WORKERS
New King County COVID-19 Community and Small Business Resource Guide
April 24-This resource guide is a tool that was requested by community leaders and will be updated over time as new resources become available. It includes the following information: How to apply for unemploymentHousing resourcesInformation on utilities and internetCash assistanceFood assistanceChildcare resourcesResources for undocumented communitiesSmall business loans and disaster assistanceIn-language resources New King County COVID-19 … Continue reading New King County COVID-19 Community and Small Business Resource Guide
State funds community-based program to ensure COVID-19 information gets to hard-to-reach communities
April 18- In an effort to make sure all Washingtonians have the information they need to stay healthy, the state is funding a $500,000 community-based outreach campaign. Community-rooted organizations will provide emergency language and outreach services to groups disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 pandemic but less likely to be receiving timely information through government agencies and traditional news … Continue reading State funds community-based program to ensure COVID-19 information gets to hard-to-reach communities
Governor Inslee expands eviction moratorium and adds additional protections for residential and some commercial tenants
April 16-Gov. Jay Inslee expanded protections for renters today as COVID-19 continues to impact the finances of Washingtonians statewide. “It is clear that as we deal with the challenges around COVID-19, the financial impacts on Washingtonians are significant,” Inslee said. “People have lost their livelihoods through no fault of their own and we must continue … Continue reading Governor Inslee expands eviction moratorium and adds additional protections for residential and some commercial tenants
Sound Transit to temporarily reduce service further on Link and some ST Express routes
Agency asks riders to only take essential trips and wear face masks April 16-Because of fluctuating staffing availability to operate service, Sound Transit will introduce additional service reductions on Link starting on Monday, April 20 and on certain ST Express routes operated by King County Metro starting Saturday, April 18. The further service reductions also … Continue reading Sound Transit to temporarily reduce service further on Link and some ST Express routes
United Way COVID-19 Community Relief Fund – Rent Help Now Available
April 10-United Way is pleased to announce an expanded program of rental assistance beginning on Friday April 10, 2020. Thanks to generous donations to the Community Relief Fund and a variety of community partners, one month of rental assistance is being offered to people in King County struggling to pay rent due to the coronavirus. … Continue reading United Way COVID-19 Community Relief Fund – Rent Help Now Available
Inslee extends ‘Stay Home, Stay Healthy’ through May 4
April 2-Gov. Jay Inslee announced a month-long extension of his "Stay Home, Stay Healthy" emergency order Thursday evening. The order, which banned all gatherings and temporarily shuttered non-essential businesses, will continue through May 4. "Epidemiological modeling from the University of Washington predicts we will have at least 1,400 deaths this year," Inslee said. "We are yet to … Continue reading Inslee extends ‘Stay Home, Stay Healthy’ through May 4
Mayor COVID-19 Message
April 3- Today Mayor Erin Sitterley addressed the 29 thousand residents of the City with a message about COVID-19 and how the City is responding. Below is the complete message from the Mayor. Click here to view the message. Mayor Erin Sitterley COVID-19 City Address April 3, 2020 Greetings to the good people of SeaTac. … Continue reading Mayor COVID-19 Message