Mayor's Statement Governors Stay-at-Home Order

Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards released a statement on March 23, 2020, in response to Governor Jay Inslee's Stay-at-Home Order aimed at mitigating the spread of COVID-19. She emphasizes the unprecedented challenges faced by communities and praises the governor's leadership and open communication with local officials. Mayor Woodards reassures residents of her commitment to collaborating with the City Council and community partners to navigate the impacts of the order effectively. She encourages Tacoma's citizens to exercise resilience, innovation, and compassion during these trying times. The mayor highlights how individual actions—such as shopping responsibly and reaching out to loved ones—can significantly strengthen community bonds.

She expresses a shared desire with the governor to return to normalcy as soon as possible while ensuring public health remains a priority. The statement serves as a call to action for residents to support one another and adapt to the new measures. Mayor Woodards’ remarks underscore the importance of community solidarity in overcoming the challenges posed by the pandemic.