The donations included hygiene kits, cleaning supplies, and a six-month supply of diapers for 460 kids, and more.
Federal Way residents can support the Multi-Service Center by signing up for one of Waste Management’s free services.
Tax is expected to generate about $1 million in revenue each year.
The City of Federal Way was awarded $2.96 million in federal funding to help with costs incurred due to pandemic.
Business Resiliency and Community Continuity task forces aim to focus on economy, at-risk populations amid current health crisis.
As a result of nation-wide pandemic, some students express inability to pay for classes, utilities, food or books.
A $10 donation provides five meals for St. Francis Hospital workers at May 6 event.
COVID-19 Response
Both measures were approved unanimously at Tuesday night’s virtual council meeting.
Legislature
The Washington comprehensive sex education bill passed in the Senate on March 7.
The Federal Way Community Center, Dumas Bay Centre and PAEC to remain closed through April 27.
Proclamation of Emergency
Mayor places freeze on landlord late fees charged to renters; City also to donate $15,000 to Multi-Service Center food bank.
Emergency funding
The club donated $3,500 to Communities In Schools to help feed more students; $3,500 to local churches to provide groceries to those in need.
Surge in food bank customers
During the first week of this crisis, MSC has seen a 25% increase in the number of customers to the food bank that serves the Federal Way School District area.
Virtual Town Hall
The meeting at noon Friday, March 20 will include representatives from the Federal Way Police Department, South King Fire Rescue and others.
Coronavirus Response
City of Federal Way’s weekly update regarding COVID-19 prevention.
COVID-19 Local Updates
The court is rescheduling hearings to take place after May 1 unless the case involves a threat to public safety.
Some city facilities to close
The closures will take effect Thursday, March 12 through March 31.
MLK Medal
Couple honored for their work to help others in the Federal Way, Auburn communities.
Legislative page
Pages assume a wide variety of responsibilities, from presenting the flags to distributing amendments on the House floor.
Section 8 lottery
Low-income households encouraged to apply by Feb. 25; 2,500 to make list.
