This page provides a table of contents and links to all of MRSC's coronavirus (COVID-19) resources for local governments in Washington State.
It is part of MRSC's series on Emergency Management and Disaster Planning.
MRSC COVID-19 Resources
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Governor's Proclamations and State Guidance – Links to Washington State guidance most relevant to local governments
- Emergency Declarations and Authority – Examples of local emergency proclamations and directives, plus information on emergency authority and enforcement
- Operations and Personnel Issues – Issues related to continuity of operations, telecommuting, Open Public Meetings Act, employee pay/leave, public records, and more
- Local Government Fiscal Impacts – Revenue impacts, CARES Act and federal stimulus, FEMA reimbursement, annual financial reporting, furloughs/layoffs, and more
- Small Business and Tenant Assistance Programs – Gift of public funds issues, grant/loan programs, eviction moratoriums, tax/rent deferrals, and utility collections and shutoffs
- Recent blog posts – Articles written by MRSC staff and contributors about COVID-19; articles are listed in reverse chronological order, with the most recent first.
- Free Recorded Webinars – Topics include emergency authority, utilities, and fiscal impacts
Additional Resources
Below are selected links to other organizations providing information and guidance about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
Local and State COVID-19 Resources
National COVID-19 Resources