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THE COUNTY OF KAUA‘I
DEREK S. K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
MICHAEL A. DAHILIG, MANAGING DIRECTOR
News Release
For Immediate Release: October 23, 2020
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
SARAH K. BLANE, CHIEF OF STAFF
Tel (808) 241-4900
Fax (808) 241-6877
Mayor signs fifth supplementary emergency proclamation for COVID-19
LĪHU‘E – Mayor Derek S. K. Kawakami has signed the fifth supplementary emergency
proclamation on October 23, 2020, for the County of Kaua‘i, in order to provide for the health,
safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus
(COVID-19). The Mayor’s proclamation was issued in coordination with the Governor’s Office
and fellow counties.
The Mayor’s fifth supplementary emergency proclamation authorizes the County of
Kaua‘i to take immediate action to mitigate the potential impacts of COVID-19. It allows the
County to be proactive in establishing a plan for officials to mobilize resources if and when
needed.
The disaster emergency relief period shall continue until terminated 60 days after
October 23, 2020, or by a separate proclamation – whichever comes first.
To view a copy of the emergency proclamation, visit the County of Kaua‘i’s website at
www.kauai.gov/COVID-19.
For more information and to sign up for daily updates from the State Department of
Health relating to current COVID-19 information, visit hawaiicovid19.com.
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