United Way of King County has been significantly involved in the roll-out of 2-1-1, an innovative information and referral strategy that ensures that all people have the ability to connect with available resources in their community. The ultimate goal is to be able to provide 2-1-1 service 24/7/365 for every Washingtonian.
2-1-1 Funding Vetoed by Governor in 2008
While the legislature approved an additional $750,000 in funding to Washington Information Network 2-1-1, the governor vetoed the measure on April 1. The governor's decision was part of an overall effort to commit an additional $15 million to the state reserve fund. The additional funding to 2-1-1 was intended to enhance its capacity and provide support in flood-affected areas.
Legislature invests $2 million in 2-1-1 in 2007
Access to Services/2-1-1: Despite a phenomenal, statewide grassroots effort, support from emergency first response personnel recognizing the value of 2-1-1 as a counter-part to 9-1-1 after a large-scale emergency, we did not fare as well in maintaining the state's contribution to the 2-1-1 budget in 2007, and the legislature actually decreased funding by about 2/3 (the system was funded at $2 million for two years, in comparison with $2.5 million for one year in 2006). We are grateful to Senators Rockefeller and Hobbs and Representatives Haigh, Linville and Ericks for their leadership on 2-1-1 funding in 2007 even though our full funding request and need was unmet.
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