Snohomish County residents reflect on the state re-opening
LYNNWOOD, Wash., July 19, 2021 – Governor Jay Inslee reopened Washington state June 30, under the Washington Ready plan, just in time for a beautiful Fourth of July weekend. For many Lynnwood residents it was the first time they could socialize with friends and family in over year. “I definitely missed the concerts. That was […]
Inslee announces eviction moratorium “bridge”
OLYMPIA, Wash., June 24, 2021 – Gov. Jay Inslee announced a “bridge” proclamation today between the eviction moratorium and the housing stability programs put in place by the Legislature. The bridge is effective July 1 through September 30. More than $650 million of federal relief dollars allocated to assist renters is predicted to be available […]
Inslee rescinds three COVID proclamations
OLYMPIA, Wash., June 22, 2021 – In anticipation of the statewide June 30 reopening date, yesterday, Gov. Jay Inslee announced three of the proclamations related to the COVID-19 pandemic he plans to rescind with many more coming. Unemployment conditions reinstated July 4 Proclamation 20-30, which suspends statutory job search requirements for applicants seeking unemployment insurance will […]
In-person meetings return to Mill Creek, others soon to follow
The city of Mill Creek resumed in-person city council meetings May 25, the first time since the statewide shutdown, while many surrounding cities are still meeting remotely. The city’s hybrid system allows for council members or staff to attend via zoom if they are still uncomfortable or have legitimate medical reasons, according to councilman Vincent […]
Governor Inslee tours Snohomish County
Snohomish County, Wash., June 9, 2021 – Governor Jay Inslee toured Snohomish County Monday, June 7, visiting Community Health Center in Edmonds, Edmonds College in Lynnwood, Pallet in Everett, and the new WSDOT ferry terminal in Mukilteo. “It’s just been a great day, there’s so many positive things going on in Snohomish County right now,” […]
Inslee announces million-dollar “Shot of a Lifetime” vaccination lottery
OLYMPIA, Wash., June 3, 2021 – Gov. Jay Inslee today announced a suite of new incentives by means of a vaccination lottery with prizes totaling $2 million to help encourage unvaccinated Washingtonians get vaccinated. The Washington State Lottery will be conducting a “Shot of a Lifetime” giveaway series during the month of June, working with […]
Pause on COVID reopening plan, Snohomish County to remain in Phase 3
Olympia, Wash., May 4, 2021 – Governor Jay Inslee today announced a two-week pause on the Healthy Washington: Roadmap to Recovery reopening plan with all Washington State counties remaining in their current phases. All 39 counties will stay in their current phases, Gov. Inslee said. The counties’ status will be evaluated again after the two-week pause. “I […]
Inslee announces re-authorization of J&J COVID vaccine
Olympia, Wash., April 24, 2021 – Gov. Jay Inslee today announced the authorization of resuming the Johnson & Johnson (J&J) COVID-19 vaccine by the Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup. The announcement comes after the FDA and CDC also authorized the restart of the J&J COVID vaccine. The Western States Workgroup, comprised of vaccine experts […]
Inslee signs bill to put statue of Billy Frank Jr. in U.S. Capitol
Gov. Jay Inslee signed HB 1372 today, which will place a statue of tribal leader Billy Frank Jr. in the National Statuary Hall. Inslee was joined by members of Frank’s family, tribal and community members, Lt. Gov. Denny Heck and Rep. Debra Lekanoff when he signed the bill in a ceremony at Wa He Lut Indian School […]
Inslee announces statewide move to Phase 3 of recovery plan for March 22
By Washington state Governor’s Office | Press Release In-person spectators will return to both professional and school sports but seating capacity will be capped at 25% 400 people maximum to attend outdoor activities 400 people maximum or 50% capacity cap for all indoor spaces Larger venue events are capped at 25% occupancy, or up to […]
