HomeMy WebLinkAboutNR021921MODEREK S.K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
MICHAEL A. DAHILIG, MANAGING DIRECTOR
News Release
For Immediate Release: February 19, 2020
COUNTY OF KAUA‘I
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
SARAH K. BLANE, CHIEF OF STAFF
(808) 241-4900
Mayor signs seventh supplementary emergency proclamation for COVID-19
LĪHU‘E – Mayor Derek S. K. Kawakami has signed the seventh supplementary emergency
proclamation on February 19, 2021, 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 seventh 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 February 19,
2021, 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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