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I have watched with anger and sorrow the increase in violence toward Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. In King County and across the U.S. there have been major upticks in acts of violence against these communities in the last year, often triggered by false beliefs that Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are responsible for spreading COVID-19.
This week, six women of Asian descent were killed by a gunman in Atlanta. While these horrific acts of violence remain under investigation, they have naturally caused fear, anger and extreme anxiety among our AAPI community members that the targeting and scapegoating already seen across our nation has taken a terrifying turn for the worse.
Yesterday, I joined many from across the Eastside to stand against this hate and in support of our AAPI neighbors. As our community continues to respond in support, I remain committed to our work to make a more just and equitable county where everyone is safe.
 Click the image above to watch the KOMO News story where I joined Eastside leaders and community members to rally in support of our AAPI neighbors
Gov. Inslee’s latest announcements on COVID-19 response and recovery
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New vaccine eligibility beginning March 31 will include anyone with two or more comorbidities, between the ages of 60 and 64, living in congregate settings (correctional facilities, group homes for those with disabilities, those experiencing homelessness, etc.), and additional workers in congregate settings (restaurants, manufacturing, construction). Click here to learn who can get a vaccine now.
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The statewide eviction moratorium will be extended through June 30, 2021.
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Visitation at long-term care and nursing home facilities may resume, effective immediately.
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A new vaccine appointment web tool is now available through a new, user-friendly Department of Health web tool to help Washingtonians find vaccination appointments.
Read the entire list of announcements on Gov. Inslee’s Medium page >>>
Recognizing our transit operators
This week, we celebrated transit operators for all they do. Our transit operators are always indispensable, but this year during the COVID-19 crisis they have literally been providing a lifeline for so many in our communities. If you’re out and about, be sure to give a wave and a smile to a transit operator and say thank you.
Learn more about the work of our transit operators on Metro Transit’s blog >>>
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Sincerely,
 Claudia Balducci
King County Council
Council Chair
District 6
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