May 2021

UW Medicine opens COVID-19 testing at City of Seattle Rainier Beach and West Seattle vaccination hubs

information from the City of Seattle

The City of Seattle and UW Medicine have partnered to create long-term COVID-19 testing availability at the City’s Rainier Beach and West Seattle Vaccination Hubs. UW Medicine has sited COVID-19 testing trailers at each hub, with appointments available immediately. These are self-swab tests where the patient conducts their own COVID-19 test under observation from a health care professional. Results are provided by UW Medicine within 24-48 hours. 

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West Seattle Water Taxi reduced sailing schedule on Monday, May 31

The King County Water Taxis West Seattle route will be in service on a reduced sailing schedule on Monday, May 31 in observation of Memorial Day. Please see departure times below. Slower crossings will allow for better photo opportunities of the scenic area and Seattle skyline. Open air decks are available on all crossings. The West Seattle route returns to regular weekday service on Tuesday, June 1. For the water taxi's sailing schedule, please visit the water taxi homepage.

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HERBOLD: SW Delridge encampment update 

District 1 Citycouncilmember Lisa Herbold shared this update in her newsletter to her constituents:

Over the past several months, I have been in communication with a number of concerned residents, business owners, and workers about an encampment obstructing the sidewalks on SW Delridge near 16th.  As of this week, most residents have accepted referrals into safe shelters from CoLEAD, or agreed to move their tents.   SPU has worked to clear away debris and arrange for the sidewalk to be cleaned.   

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HERBOLD: West Seattle Bridge Community Task Force Update 

District 1 Citycouncilmember Lisa Herbold shared this update with her constituents via her email newsletter:

Bridge Repair Remains on Schedule for mid-2022 completion 

Last week the West Seattle Bridge Community Task Force met for the 19th time since the closure of the West Seattle Bridge.  

The most important update is that the repair of the West Seattle Bridge remains on schedule for mid-2022 completion (June 30th). SDOT staff indicated that currently they could be a few days, or up to a week, ahead of schedule. 

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