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District 7 Spring 2020 Update
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Dear Friends: The first quarter of 2020 has been challenging as we grapple with the effects of an unprecedented pandemic. Government at all levels is working quickly to respond to the harsh impacts of COVID-19. As you know, I am committed to sharing new information with you as it becomes available to deal with the ongoing coronavirus crisis. On a lighter note, please take a moment to see some of the highlights of the first three months of 2020, prior to mandated social distancing, as well as additional resources that could help you or your family.
King County is facing the challenge of COVID-19 head on. The virus is continuing to spread in King County and across Washington State, creating challenges for our health care system. With that said, we should not panic; if we all act collectively to practice social distancing and good hygiene, we can blunt the spread of this virus, and begin getting back to normal life.
We have been compiling resources to help people with financial needs during this unprecedented time. You can view the comprehensive resource guide my staff and I compiled on my website. You can also find resources on theKing County Council website, including options to download each page as a PDF if you would like to share it with others or keep it handy. You can also visit the King County coronavirus page and read updates from Public Health on the Public Health Insider blog.
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REMINDER: STILL FILL OUT YOUR CENSUS FORMS
The 2020 Census is ongoing during the pandemic. The decennial count of all people residing in the United States is used to allocate public resources over the next decade along with representation in state and federal government.
People are encouraged to respond to the census by mail, phone or online. The more people respond via these options, the fewer workers will be sent out into the field later this year to conduct in-person counts. More information here: https://2020census.gov/
Census 101 PDF files English | Spanish | Korean | Japanese | French | Polish | Haitian-Creole | Portuguese .
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On January 8th, Port of Seattle Executive Director Steve Metruck joined us to provide an update on the airport and maritime investments they are making to accommodate our region’s growth. The Port is a critical economic engine that creates jobs across King County.
L to R: Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell, Pacific Mayor Leanne Guier, Pete, Jeff Stock, Jr. with Caffé D’Arte, Port of Seattle Executive Director Steve Metruck, Covington Mayor Jeff Wagner, Federal Way City Councilmember Linda Kochmar.
On January 15th, I welcomed the opportunity to tour the site for the FUSION Family Center, located in the former Econo Lodge with Robin O’Grady. The facility, funded by King County and state grants, will serve more than 100 families annually and provide them with needed emergency housing and other resources.
With FUSION Executive Director Robin O’Grady
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On January 22nd, I joined acting Federal Transit Administrator K. Jane Williams, Congressman Adam Smith, King County officials and Sound Transit CEO Peter Rogoff at the Angle Lake Station in SeaTac to mark the award of a $790 million grant for the Federal Way Link Extension project.
With the federal full funding grant agreement officially in place, light rail is one step closer to South King County, traditionally the “poor stepchild” of King County. I look forward to a future with more transportation choices for our south sound communities.
L to R: King County Executive Dow Constantine, SeaTac Deputy Mayor Peter Kwon, Sound Transit CEO Peter Rogoff, SeaTac Councilmember Clyde Hill, Pete, Kent Mayor Dana Ralph, FTA Administrator K. Jane Williams, Des Moines City Councilmember Traci Buxton.
With Sound Transit CEO Peter Rogoff, FTA Administrator K. Jane Williams, and Congressman Adam Smith
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On February 5th, CHI Franciscan CEO Ketul Patel joined us to discuss the future of the health care industry. CHI Franciscan is the largest health system in Washington with 10 hospitals and more than 12,000 employees, and is partnering with MultiCare to increase access to behavioral health care in South King County.
L to R: Federal Way City Councilmember Lydia Assefa-Dawson, CHI Franciscan CEO Ketul Patel, Federal Way Deputy Mayor Susan Honda, Pete, Jesse Cherian with ST Fabrication.
L to R: Federal Way Deputy Mayor Susan Honda, Federal Way City Councilmember Hoang Tran, Federal Way City Councilmember Mark Koppang, Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell, Pacific Mayor Leanne Guier, Pete, Covington Mayor Jeff Wagner, CHI Franciscan CEO Ketul Patel, Auburn City Councilmember Bob Baggett, Federal Way City Councilmember Linda Kochmar, Federal Way City Councilmember Lydia Assefa-Dawson. kingcounty.gov/vonReichbauer facebook.com/pete.vonreichbauer Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer District 7 Update Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer District 7 Update
On February 12th, I had the opportunity to tour the Auburn Food Bank and get an update on the important services they are providing for our community. Debbie Christian and her team of employees and volunteers serve 150 families (approximately 600 individuals) a day. So many people rely on the Food Bank when they need a hand, and Debbie is there, guided by her faith and family.
With Auburn Food Bank Executive Director Debbie Christian and volunteers.
On February 25th, I had the privilege to present Amy and John Hatcher, owners of Café Pacific Catering in Auburn, with the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Medal of Distinguished Service for their more than 25 years of community involvement and support of numerous South King County nonprofit and community organizations. They have provided the water and soil for the seeds of these organizations to grow through their donations of time and resources. Thank you for your service to our community, John and Amy!
Right: With Café Pacific Co-Owner Amy Hatcher
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On February 26th, I was honored to give welcoming remarks and officially open the 2020AC- P 12 Men and Women Swimming and Diving Championships at the King County Aquatic Center. It is exciting to witness who the next Michael Phelps or Megan Quann will be!
King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer at the King County Aquatic Center
On February 27th, Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell drew a standing room only audience as he outlined the positive things happening in the city at the Performing Arts and Event Center. At a time when other cities are stuck in the mud, Federal Way is focused on the stars... less crime, more jobs!
L to R: With Federal Way City Councilmember Linda Kochmar, Mary Bigham with Wild Waves, Sound Cities Association Executive Director Deanna Dawson, Kent Mayor Dana Ralph, and Sound Transit CEO Peter Rogoff.
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Councilmember Dembowski and I had the opportunity to learn about the important services provided in King County by the U.S. Volunteers Joint Services Command. Representing five of our military branches, we are fortunate that following their retirement, these veterans remain committed to serving the families of veterans and their country.
King County Councilmembers Rod Dembowski and Pete von Reichbauer with the U.S. Volunteers Joint Services Command.
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