Snohomish County to close park gates and bathrooms in response to COVID-19
By Kent Patton | Office of the Snohomish County Executive SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., March 22, 2020 – Today, Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers announced the closure of Snohomish County park gates and bathrooms in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Play structures in parks were closed last week. These steps are being taken to better enforce […]
Disaster Declaration makes critical Federal Aid available for Washingtonians
By Office of Congressman Rick Larsen Washington’s Federal and State Lawmakers Urged President to Declare Declaration On Friday EVERETT, WA – Today, President Donald Trump approved a major disaster declaration for Washington state, enabling Washington residents and communities to access critical federal relief from COVID-19. In a letter Friday, Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) and Washington’s congressional […]
Sound Transit to temporarily reduce service
By John Gallagher, Sound Transit | Press Release New schedules reflect greatly reduced demand and anticipated staffing shortages March 19, 2020 – As a result of the COVID-19 outbreak, starting Monday, March 23, Sound Transit will respond to its greatly reduced ridership by temporarily reducing service on Link light rail and Sounder trains. ST Express […]
Governor unveils plans to help workers, renters and small businesses
By Office of the Governor Inslee predicts continued economic hardship during response to coronavirus 30-day moratorium on renter evictions Waiver of the one-week waiting period for those applying for unemployment insurance $5 million of the Governor’s Strategic Reserve Funds to be made available as small grants Today, Gov. Jay Inslee announced substantial measures for Washington […]
Inslee signs bill package to support state effort combating the COVID-19 outbreak
Office of the Governor | Press Release Provide $200 million to state agencies, local government and tribal governments Move $175 million from the Budget Stabilization Account to the Disaster Response Account Distribute $25 million of federal funds to local governments and federally-recognized tribes Fund expanded virus testing at the University of Washington Allows school employees […]
Mukilteo City Hall closure and other restrictions
By Office of the Mayor | Press Release Mukilteo City Hall closed to the public effective March 18 Mukilteo, WA – After consulting with other public agencies in Snohomish County, today the City is announcing the restriction of public access to all City facilities, including City Hall, beginning at 7:30am tomorrow, March 18, 2020. These […]
Inslee announces shutdown of restaurants and reinforces social distancing
By Luke Putvin | Lynnwood Times Statewide closure of all on-site food or beverage services Statewide closure of entertainment, leisure and non-essential services Statewide ban on gatherings of 50 or larger Legal actions for violators The State of Washington held a press conference today, March 16, regarding the statewide proclamation shutting down restaurants and other […]
Snohomish Health District temporarily suspends most in-person services
Starting at noon on Monday, March 16, the Snohomish Health District will be temporarily closed for in-person services. This is part of the ongoing effort to reduce spread of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Businesses and organizations in our community are being required to ensure social distancing and other health measures in their operations. It […]
Governor to issue statewide shutdown of restaurants and bars
Gov. Jay Inslee released a statement tonight that further expands protections against COVID-19. “Given the explosion of COVID-19 in our state and globally, I will sign a statewide emergency proclamation tomorrow to temporarily shut down restaurants, bars and entertainment and recreational facilities. “Restaurants will be allowed to provide take-out and delivery services but no in-person dining […]
Art Walk Edmonds has been cancelled
Based on the recommendations from public health officials to help slow the spread of COVID-19 and for the safety of all our volunteers and community, the March 19th Art Walk Edmonds has been cancelled. We did not make this decision lightly, as we love our community-building event and wanted to support the downtown Edmonds businesses […]
