Politics & Government
Veterans Day Holiday: What's Open and What's Closed
Many government offices are closed Nov. 12.
Veteran's Day is Nov. 11, which falls on a Sunday this year. However, many, but not all, government offices will observe it on Monday, Nov. 12. Here is a list of what’s open and what's closed.
Redmond City Hall is closed Monday.
Lake Washington School District: Closed Monday, classes will resume Nov. 13.
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King County government: Closed. King County Elections will continue to count ballots.
King County Library System is closed Sunday for the holiday, but will be open Monday.
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King County Metro: Reduced weekday schedule.
King County Transfer Stations (Garbage): Open.
Sound Transit: Regular weekday Schedule.
State of Washington: Closed.
Federal government (including the U.S. Postal Service): Closed
Banks: Many, if not most, will be closed. Check your local branch.
Express delivery companies: FedEx and UPS will be open.
Allied Waste: Regular recycling and garbage service in Bellevue.
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Did you know?
According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Day commemorates Armistice Day—the day when World War I hostilities ended between the Allies and Germany. Veterans Day is officially observed on Nov. 11, regardless of which day it falls.
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