Vaccine eligibility is expanding March 31

On Wednesday, March 31, Washington is expected to open COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to those who qualify under Phases 1B tier 3 and/or 1B tier 4.

This includes all people age 60 and older, people 16 years or older with two or more co-morbidities or underlying conditions, people, staff and volunteers in certain congregate living settings, and additional high-risk critical workers in certain congregate settings.

Click here to find out more about eligibility. 

Bringing vaccination to communities that need access (and trust)

by Public Health Insider 

In King County and across the nation, COVID-19 has had disproportionate impacts on African-Americans, Latinos, Indigenous people, Pacific Islanders, and other communities of color, many of which have experienced racism or neglect at the hands of the medical establishment. 

To reach these communities, Public Health – Seattle & King County has been supporting a series of community vaccination events. Non-profit organizations with close community ties have played a crucial role, co-sponsoring the clinics and recruiting people to participate.

Read the full story about this community effort here.  

Auburn vaccination site relocated to provide expanded access in south King County

King County has relocated its Auburn community vaccination site from the General Services Administration Complex to the Outlet Collection shopping center in Auburn, in large part due to a partnership with Boeing, which has contributed to the clinic's infrastructure.

The larger facility will allow for six times the appointment capacity of the previous site. Read more here. 

Join King County Services' online event to celebrate Women's History Month

To honor Women’s History Month, King County Local Services is celebrating members of our Road Services Division who are women and individuals who are transgender, non-binary or self-identify as female.

Since last week, we have been introducing several of those team members via Local Services’ social media channels (Facebook and Instagram). We will cap the celebration with an online webinar, where you’ll hear from these team members directly as they share experiences about their career and offer advice for anyone considering joining the field.

• Wednesday, March 31 from 12-1 p.m.
• Zoom: https://kingcounty.zoom.us/j/95997394180
• Meeting ID: 959 9739 4180 Passcode: WOmen2021
• Dial by your location: (253) 215-8782; Meeting ID: 959 9739 4180; Passcode: 490121566
• Skype for Business: https://kingcounty.zoom.us/skype/95997394180

What’s a COVID-19 vaccination card and why should I keep it?

Over 2.8 million COVID-19 vaccine doses have already been given to Washingtonians. Even if you haven’t gotten one yet, you may have already seen pictures of a “vaccination card” on the news or social media.

So, what is this card and what should you do with it once you get it? Find out here. 

Metro unveils ‘Black Lives Matter’ buses and employee art

King County Metro understands that Black Lives Matter is a movement, not a moment. That movement is a call for all of us to stand together for racial equity and justice across our community, including standing with the Asian Pacific Islander American (APIA) community. 

In recognition of this movement, Metro transit workers have created original art that will be displayed on buses and work locations. In each display, Metro’s employee-artists voice their concerns about the current state of equity and social justice in America, and their belief that the fight for equality continues. 

Read more and watch the video here. 

Free sustainable yard classes for the community

One of the things the Wastewater Treatment utility does is education on water issues and solutions for students and community members. When in-person teaching due to COVID-19 wasn't possible, the utility’s education team adapted many of the programs to be online.

Find out all about the program and classes here. 

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