Preparing for Vaccine Distribution in King County

Your Update on What's Happening at the King County Council  

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

With the news that Governor Inslee is extending the current COVID-19 statewide restrictions through January 4^th, I am more committed than ever to working on pandemic relief and recovery efforts to aid our communities. I am encouraged by the significant progress being made on vaccine development and have included an update on the County's plan for vaccine distribution below.

As the King County Council’s legislative session comes to a close, all eyes are on Congress to approve another COVID relief package. For the last several months, I’ve been working hard to push federal dollars out into our communities to provide emergency aid to individuals and businesses most in need. I’ve also championed legislation to offer property tax relief, create my Project CARE volunteer program, and launch a task force that invites local business leaders to help plan for economic recovery. I will continue to build on this work when the Council is back in session in early January.

This holiday season, I encourage us all to keep looking after each other. If you are able, please consider ways you can support your community by shopping locally, donating to nonprofits, and extending kindness to your neighbors.

Thank you, and please continue to be safe.  

Reagan Dunn Vice Chair Metropolitan King County Council

King County Prepares to Launch Vaccine Distribution in January

In the King County Council’s recent biennial budget negotiations, I worked to earmark funding for vaccine distribution and outreach to King County residents. I am confident that we are poised to distribute the vaccines once federally approved and available.

Public Health - Seattle and King County is planning to launch Phase 1 of vaccine distribution as early as this month—starting with our healthcare workers, first responders, essential workers, and people at high risk due to pre-existing conditions or age. For the most up-to-date info on vaccine distribution, visit Public Health’s COVID-19 Vaccine webpage.

New Free COVID-19 Testing Site Open in Enumclaw

A new drive-through COVID-19 testing facility just opened in Enumclaw! The facility is located across from City Hall and will be open three days a week. Reservations are encouraged, but not necessary.

Enumclaw COVID-19 Testing Site (Discovery Health)
Make reservations online
1512 Wells St, Enumclaw, WA 98022 (Across from City Hall)
Hours: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM

See the full list of COVID-19 testing locations on the Public Health website.