Governor Inslee has issued Proclamation 20-23.11 pertaining to Utility Ratepayer Assistance and Preservation of Essential Services. The City of Kelso is committed to keeping our customers connected to essential services during the COVID-19 pandemic emergency. If you are experiencing hardship as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, you may be eligible for support, including long-term payment arrangements or bill assistance. This Proclamation does not relieve customers from the obligation to pay for utility services.
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Date Posted: Thursday, June 11, 2020
Contact Lindsey Cope
Telephone 360.423.9921
Cell 360.560.3286
Email: cope@cowlitzedc.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 10, 2020
CITY OF KELSO COMMERCIAL RENT RELIEF APPLICATION
Kelso, WA, June 10, 2020, – The City of Kelso has partnered with the Cowlitz Economic Development Council (CEDC) to provide up to $66,000 for Kelso Business Commercial Rent Relief Grants for those affected by COVID-19.
This grant has specific qualifications that must be met to qualify for assistance. Please refer to our website for qualifying information and a link to the application at:
http://cowlitzedc.com/events/city-kelso-commercial-rent-relief-application
If your business does not qualify for this opportunity, we are diligently working on new programs and partnerships to help as many businesses in Cowlitz County as possible. Please follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/kelso.wa and www.facebook.com/cowlitzedc for updates on this and future opportunities.
One does not have to be a member of our organization to apply for or receive information on these and other news and programs. Please email Lindsey Cope at if you would like to learn more.
Date Posted: Wednesday, April 22, 2020
We hope you and your family are staying safe and healthy at this difficult time. We want to assure you we are working hard to provide safe and reliable drinking water to your homes and businesses. During this time our staff is still conducting essential work, including collecting routine monitoring samples, monitoring the treatment, inspecting our facilities, reading meters, conducting important routine maintenance, and emergency repairs. We are asking you to please give our staff the space they need to conduct their work, by keeping at least 6 feet of distance. Please continue to allow our staff access to the water system by not blocking driveways or easements. Our operators need clear access to water system components such as valves, meters, and the pump house. Our staff is vital to keeping the water system operational. Thank you for your continued cooperation. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Randy Johnson at (360) 423-5730 or email him at rjohnson@kelso.gov.
Date Posted: Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Shopping guidelines at Walmart Grocery Stores
Walmart remains focused on supporting our communities, associates and customers. As a part of that commitment, we have developed some shopping guidelines that we are encouraging residents to use when shopping for essential items they need for their families.
We will be promoting across all of our communication platforms these shopping guidelines to help customers protect themselves, their families and fellow shoppers. We also have a social media graphic to share as an easy reminder to residents about how to best shop for the essential items they need. Social distancing is the responsibility of everyone and when we shop, we must not endanger others.
We are respectfully asking you to help promote and encourage all residents to follow these shopping guidelines:
We are all responsible for keeping space: Keep at least six-feet between you and a fellow customer or associate -- inside and outside the store.
Shop patiently: Watch and wait for other customers to be done in an aisle to keep a six-foot distance.
Limit and consolidate shopping trips: have a list ready, get what you need, and quickly exit the store.
Shop alone: avoid having others with you when possible
Stay home when you don’t feel well
Cover your mouth if you cough or sneeze
Wash and sanitize your hands before/after shopping
Shop online grocery store curbside pick-up or home delivery when possible
Thank you again for your continued support and leadership during this crisis. If there is anything we can do to support your efforts, please do not hesitate to contact me at any time.
Sincerely,
Debbie
Debbie Herron
Director, Public Affairs and State & Local Government Relations
Walmart Inc.✻Save money. Live better.
desk/mobile: 503-539-5333
Twitter: @debbieherron
Date Posted: Friday, March 27, 2020
Businesses that remain open after Governor Inslee's "Stay Home-Stay Healthy" Order goes into effect at midnight on March 25, 2020 are required to take steps to comply with the order.
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 25, 2020
Many community business aprtners have already temporarily suspended business operations or are preparnig to do so during the Stay Home-Stay Healthy order. Law Enforcement is conducting extra patrols but we need you to ensure your business is secure. Here are some great ways to help protect your business during this temporary shutdown.
Date Posted: Monday, March 16, 2020
In response to the COVID-19 and public health concerns, and in concert with Governor Inslee’s emergency proclamation, revisions are being made to the regular operations of City business.
Finance, Police, Community Development, and Administration lobbies will be closed as of March 17, 2020. The Kelso Library will also be closed beginning March 17, 2020. However:
Date Posted: Friday, February 7, 2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For information contact: Traci Howard, Deputy Clerk
thoward@kelso.gov
360.423.0900
Kelso WA- February 5, 2020
Fireworks Stand Permit Applications
The City of Kelso is accepting applications for fireworks stand permits.
Due to the size of population, the City of Kelso is limited to allow for three fireworks stands each year. Permits may be granted, or denied, based upon the City Manager’s assessment of the applicant’s experience and demonstrated record together with such other factors as are determined to be in the best interest of and benefit to the community. All applications to operate fireworks stands shall be made no later than May 2, 2020.
For additional information, please visit the City’s website www.kelso.gov or contact Traci Howard at 360.423-0900 or thoward@kelso.gov.
Date Posted: Thursday, January 2, 2020
Curbside Collection January 2nd - 8th, 2020
Drop Site located at 1115 S. Pacific Avenue: December 26th, 2019 through January 12th, 2020
