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CORRECTION: The broken link to the Emergency Order in this release has been corrected below. We regret the error.
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the City of Vancouver today released Emergency Order 2020-06 related to public access to its police and fire department buildings.
The order continues to suspend Vancouver Fire Station tours and public access, and closes all Vancouver Police Department buildings. The order allows public access to non-emergency law enforcement services by appointment only. Appointments can be made between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, by calling 360-487-7500.
This order will remain in effect until April 30, 2020, unless extended, changed or canceled by Vancouver City Council or the city manager.
All emergency orders issued by the City of Vancouver in response to COVID-19 can be found at www.cityofvancouver.us/coronavirus.
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