Category: COVID19

The Case for a COVID-19 Commission

The Case for a COVID-19 Commission

While COVID-19 will be with us for a long time, recovery is underway, and it’s time to learn from the pandemic to improve our public health system and prepare for future emergencies. – Derek Young, Pierce County Council In late February of last year, heading to DC for our National Association of Counties Legislative conference, …

Council Schedule Highlights Week of June 29th, 2020

Council Schedule Highlights Week of June 29th, 2020

Due to Governor Inslee’s Emergency Proclamations 20–05 and 20–28, in-person attendance by members of the public at meetings of the Pierce County Council is NOT permitted at this time. Public participation must be done remotely. Remote attendance and participation is available as Council meetings are live broadcasted on Comcast 22; Click 22/522 HD and Rainier …

Council Schedule Highlights Week of May 25th, 2020

Council Schedule Highlights Week of May 25th, 2020

Due to Governor Inslee’s Emergency Proclamations 20–05 and 20–28, in-person attendance by members of the public at meetings of the Pierce County Council is NOT permitted at this time. Public participation must be done remotely. Remote attendance and participation is available as Council meetings are live broadcasted on Comcast 22; Click 22/522 HD and Rainier …

Pierce County CARES: Free personal protective equipment (PPE) available to businesses

Pierce County CARES: Free personal protective equipment (PPE) available to businesses

Pierce County is providing free personal protective equipment (PPE) to county businesses to help them comply with COVID-19 workplace safety practices and protect employees and customers. This program is funded through $158 million in Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act federal dollars. A total of $30 million will be focused on economic stabilization …

COVID-19 Update for March 20th

COVID-19 Update for March 20th

– Derek Young, Pierce County Council I want to start by saying that my heart goes out to the people affected by the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. These are extraordinary times which can be stressful for everyone. But it’s also been inspiring to see the way people are supporting one another. It also makes me proud …