Two vaccination sites coming to South King County

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

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

Today, King County announced that two high-volume vaccination sites will open in South King County to facilitate a faster rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccination sites are set to open by February 1^st.

I’ve been working hard to make sure that every King County resident has access to a vaccine as soon as possible, including my budget proposal that dedicates funding to push the vaccine out into our communities. I am encouraged to see this much-needed investment that will give every King County resident easy and fast access to a vaccine as soon as we have the supply.

I’m sure many of you have questions about vaccinations in King County. If you haven’t yet, I encourage you to register for my COVID-19 Vaccine Town Hall with Public Health Director Patty Hayes, coming up this Wednesday, January 13^th. Find more information on my website.

Stay healthy,

Reagan Dunn Vice Chair Metropolitan King County Council

Dunn Delivers Funding for Emergency Services in Renton

Councilmember Reagan Dunn presents a check to Renton Mayor Armondo Pavone

I recently met with Renton Mayor Armondo Pavone to present a check for funding to support Renton area residents who are struggling during COVID-19.  As families and individuals alike continue to experience great need, one of my top priorities is expanding the provision of emergency assistance.

These dollars will be put to use to further the work of two organizations within Renton: Sustainable Renton, which provides a drive-thru grocery store every Monday in the Renton Highlands; and Communities in Schools (CISR) Renton, which supports families affected by COVID-19 with emergency needs such as food gift cards, rent and utility assistance, and cell phone and internet access.

Youth Sports Grant Applications Due January 27

Youth Sports Grants (YSG) support fit and healthy communities by investing in programs and capital facility projects that increase access to sports, play, and outdoor recreation for youth who are furthest from play equity. Funding is designed to address barriers impacting youth access such as costs, transportation, infrastructure, and program quality.

If you represent a youth sports organization that is interested in applying for a Youth Sports Grant, please contact my office for more information!

Residents of Fairwood and Hobart: Share your thoughts on recreation needs in your community

Petrovitsky Park in Fairwood

King County Parks wants to hear your opinion on active and passive parks, open space, trail usage, and parks interconnectivity within the greater Fairwood area and the greater Hobart area. Your input will help inform planning efforts and future improvements that better meet your community's needs!

The Recreation Needs in Fairwood Survey will be available to complete through January 18, 2021.

The Recreation Needs in Hobart Survey will be available to complete through January 18, 2021.

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