News Flash

Governor Inslee’s Bridge Proclamation is now in effect July 1 – September 30, 2021

“Bridge” Proclamation Highlights

1. The Bridge Proclamation is NOT an extension of the State Eviction Moratorium.
2. Evictions may begin July 1^st, under the following circumstances: rental assistance & eviction resolution programs in place, written notice of services and supports available, repayment plan offer, 14-day notice.
3. Tenants are expected to pay rent in full starting August 1^st.
4. Rent increases are allowed starting July 1^st with a 60-day written notice.
5. Late fees are still prohibited through December 31^st, 2021.
6. Not protected under the Bridge Proclamation are tenants who have been living in hotels/motels/AirBnBs/long-term care facilities/other non-traditional housing.

Resources Available for Issaquah Residents

1. Rental Assistance Programs
   • Eviction Prevention and Rental Assistance Program (EPRAP)
   • Issaquah Community Services (ICS) collaborates with the King County EPRAP program and prioritizes households that do not qualify for EPRAP.
   • Hopelink
   • SVdP St. Joseph Conference
   • Catholic Community Services (Call 425-213-1963 ext. 2 on Wed. 2-4 pm)
2. Legal Assistance Programs
   • Eastside Legal Assistance Program (ELAP)
   • King County Bar Association (KCBA)
   • Washington Law Help
   • NW Justice Project
3. Mediation Services
   • King County Dispute Resolution Center