In the state of Washington, if you have met all of Governor Jay Inslee’s requirements for stage two in reopening some of the businesses, then your county must apply for permission to move to stage two. So, once given permission, you must apply for permission, in other words, it’s not enough that you qualify, you must also grovel before King Inslee. Then, of course, he will think about it. What must he think? Well, let’s see, was the groveling sufficient enough? Perhaps more bowing and begging is required; did they use the magic words, like please and your Hine-Ass?
It is Snohomish Counties turn for begging. All together now, everyone lie and say that you will vote for him in the fall if he will give us permission to move to stage two
Sky Valley Messenger 
I also heard I don’t know if it’s true but when a county applies for the next stage it cost money. Who pays god that if it’s true ?? Taxpayers??