COVID-19
COVID-19 is an active situation that is changing frequently. The City of Marysville is actively monitoring this situation for updates and information that impact our community.
Washington State Coronavirus Info
Update (Nov. 15, 2020)
Gov. Inslee announced updated Safe Start requirements to address the rising numbers of COVID-19 cases in our state. These rules are effective Nov. 16, except for where noted as in the case of restaurants (detailed below). If the activity is not listed, it should follow its current guidance. All K-12/higher education and childcare is exempt from the new restrictions and will follow current guidance. These restrictions do not apply to courts and court-related proceedings.
- Indoor social gatherings with people from outside your household are prohibited.
- Outdoor social gatherings should be limited to 5 people from outside your household.
- Restaurants and bars are closed for indoor service. Outdoor dining and to-go service is permitted. Outdoor dining must follow the outdoor dining restriction. Table size limited to 5 for outdoor dining. These restaurant restrictions go into effect at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, November 18.
- Fitness facilities and gyms are closed for indoor operations. Outdoor fitness classes may still occur but they are limited by the outdoor gathering restriction listed above. Drop off childcare is closed.
- Bowling Centers are closed for indoor service.
- Miscellaneous Venues: All retail activities and business meetings are prohibited. Only professional training and testing that cannot be performed remotely is allowed. Occupancy in each meeting room is limited to 25% or 100 people, whichever is fewer.
- Movie Theaters are closed for indoor service. Drive-in movie theaters are still permitted and must follow the current drive-in movie theater guidance.
- Museums/Zoos/Aquariums are closed for indoor service.
- Real Estate open houses are prohibited.
- Wedding and Funeral receptions are prohibited. Ceremonies are limited to no more than 30 people.
- In-store retail limited to 25% indoor occupancy and must close any common/congregate non-food related seating areas. Food court indoor seating is closed.
- Religious services limited to 25% indoor occupancy or no more than 200 people, whichever is fewer. No choir, band, or ensemble shall perform during the service. Soloists are permitted to perform. Facial coverings must be worn at all times by congregation members and no congregational singing.
- Professional Services are required to mandate that employees work from home when possible, and to close offices to the public. If they remain open, occupancy is restricted to 25%.
- Personal services are limited to 25% of maximum occupancy.
- Long-term Care Facilities are allowed outdoor visits only. Exceptions can be made for essential support person and end-of-life care.
- Youth (school and non-school) and adult sporting activities limited to outdoor only for intrateam practices, masks required for athletes.
A household is defined as the individuals residing in the same domicile.
Marysville and Snohomish County must comply with state direction. The state website has detailed information including state orders, reopening guidance for businesses, a Guide to Safer Gatherings and more.
- For health information relating to COVID-19, please visit the Snohomish Health District. The Health District is the primary resource for prevention guidelines, case count information, health updates and resources.
- If you are ill and have symptoms, call your healthcare provider BEFORE going into the clinic, a hospital or other healthcare facility. If you are experiencing life-threatening symptoms, call 911.
- Visit the Washington State Department of Health website for state-wide information relating to Coronavirus.
- Visit the Center for Disease Control for national information and resources.
- The Center for Disease Control recommends covering your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others while maintaining at least 6 feet of space. For more information on cloth face coverings, visit the CDC Cloth Face Covers webpage.
- If you have general questions regarding COVID-19, Washington State has setup a Coronavirus Call Center. Please dial 800-525-0127.
How can we prevent the spread of viruses?
The usual precautions for viruses apply for preventing spread of infection. They include:
- Wash your hands frequently using soap and water for at least 20 seconds; and clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
- Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue.
- Coronavirus is most contagious while an individual is exhibiting symptoms. It is crucial that employees be sent home or refrain from coming into work if they have any symptoms of the virus.
- Update your home emergency kit with food, prescription medicines and other supplies for up to two weeks. Find tips and ideas here: City of Marysville Emergency Management - Preparedness.