As you may have heard, new restrictions have been issued by Governor Inslee that go into effect today.
The KDP will continue to provide additional information as it becomes available and support businesses and community.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Governor Inslee Announces Statewide Restrictions for the Next Four Weeks.
Restriction modifications are to go into effect from Monday, November 16 until Monday @ 11:59PM - December 14, all counties in Washington rollback to the restrictions outlined below.
Indoor social gatherings with people from outside your household are prohibited.
Outdoor social gatherings should be limited to 5 people from outside your household.
Restaurants and bars are closed for indoor service. Outdoor dining and to-go service is permitted. Outdoor dining must follow the outdoor dining restriction. Table size limited to 5 for outdoor dining. These restaurant restrictions go into effect at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, November 18.
Fitness facilities and gyms are closed for indoor operations. Outdoor fitness classes may still occur but they are limited by the outdoor gathering restriction listed above. Drop off childcare closed.
Bowling Centers are closed for indoor service.
Miscellaneous Venues: All retail activities and business meetings are prohibited. Only professional training and testing that cannot be performed remotely is allowed. Occupancy in each meeting room is limited to 25% or 100 people, whichever is fewer.
Movie Theaters are closed for indoor service. Drive-in movie theaters are still permitted and must follow the current drive-in movie theater guidance.
Museums/Zoos/Aquariums are closed for indoor service.
Real Estate open houses are prohibited.
Wedding and Funerals receptions are prohibited. Ceremonies are limited to no more than 30 people.
In-store retail limited to 25% indoor occupancy and must close any common/congregate non-food related seating areas. Food court indoor seating is closed.
Religious serviceslimited to 25% indoor occupancy no more than 200 people, whichever is fewer. No choir, band, or ensemble shall perform during the service. Soloists are permitted to perform. Facial coverings must be worn at all times by congregation members and no congregational singing.
Professional Services are required to mandate that employees work from home when possible, and to close offices to the public. If they remain open, occupancy is restricted to 25%.
Personal services are limited to 25% of maximum occupancy.
Long-term Care Facilities outdoor visits only. Exceptions can be made for essential support person and end-of-life care.
Youth (school and non-school) and adult sporting activities limited to outdoor only for intrateam practices, masks required for athletes.
If your business activity is not listed, follow its current guidance.
A household is defined as the individuals residing in the same domicile.
All K-12/higher education and childcare is exempt from the new restrictions and will follow current guidance. These restrictions do not apply to courts and court related proceedings
Small, local businesses are going to need help more than ever. Please Shop Local, Shop Small for you shopping needs.
KDP and the City of Kent are assisting businesses with outdoor seating. These tents have been deployed at Kent Station restaurants. Watch for more tents and Parklets (on 1st Ave and Meeker coming soon!
In light of new restrictions, our community needs will continue to grow. Now through Nov 23rd, KDP is accepting food donations to help the Kent Food Bank. Thank you Torklift Central for rallying the community! Donations may be dropped between 9:00 am-5:00 pm at KDP offices at 202 W Gowe Street until Nov 23rd.
