 Click on the image to watch Public Health Officer Dr. Duchin
Last night, the US Senate passed a $2.2 trillion stimulus package, which the US House of Representatives is slated to take up shortly. We are now digging into the details to better understand how the federal government stimulus package will benefit all facets of life here in King County.
In the meantime, here are several updates and resources to use to stand together and stay apart during these challenging times.
New Public Health Campaign & New COVID-19 Outbreak Dashboard for King County
Yesterday, Public Health Seattle & King County launched a new public information campaign called, "Stand Together, Stay Apart" in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The campaign urges people to stay home, limit their contact with others, and take the necessary precautions when making essential trips outside the home. Watch Public Health Officer Dr. Jeff Duchin explain it on video here.
Eastside for All's COVID-19 Resource Directory is Live!
I receive questions daily about what resources are available to help people - especially our most vulnerable neighbors - manage the health, emotional and financial challenges of the epidemic. Eastside for All has stepped up and compiled a directory of resources available to serve Eastside residents. You can view this work-in-progress website here: http://eastsideforall.org/covid-resources/. Thank you, Eastside for All!
What's Essential and What Isn't Under Governor Inslee's Order
On Monday, Gov. Jay Inslee issued a stay-at-home order in Washington state, requiring all nonessential businesses to close and for people to stay home except for critical outings for food, doctor appointments, required work, etc. You can download a full list of what businesses and workers are listed as essential here.
Unemployment Pay No Longer Contingent on Job Search
In the face of unprecedented job losses, the state has made changes to make it easier for people to quickly access the unemployment benefits to which they are entitled, including waiving the waiting week to apply for benefits and waiving the job search requirement for eligibility. More information is available on the Employment Security Department’s website or by calling 1-800-318-6022.
Viruses Don't Discriminate
It is important to remember that COVID-19 does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, nationality, language, nor economic situation. Misinformation has created fear and hostility that is impacting many of our communities experiencing inequities, particularly our Chinese and other Asian (and Pacific Islander) communities and unsheltered neighbors. Public Health has put together several anti-discrimination resources that I encourage you to use.
Stay Home and Spread the Word!
Remember right now, physical distancing is the most important thing we can do to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. Please forward this email widely and invite others to sign-up to my email updates to receive important and timely information for District 6 constituents.
Sincerely,
 Claudia Balducci
King County Council
Council Chair
District 6
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