Politics & Government

Veteran's Day Observed Monday, November 12—What's Open, What's Closed In Renton?

Most government offices, programs are closed on Monday, November 12, 2012.

Veteran's Day was officially Sunday, November 11, but many local and government offices oberseve it as a Monday holiday; here is a list of what’s open and what government offices are closed. Click here for a list of Veterans Day special offered by Renton area businesses.

City of Renton: Closed.

Renton School District: .

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Renton History Museum: Open from noon-3 p.m.

King County government: Closed. King County Elections will continue to count ballots.

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King County Library System is closed Sunday for the holiday, but will be open Monday.

King County MetroReduced weekday schedule.

King County Transfer Stations (Garbage): Open.

Sound Transit: Regular weeday 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 companiesFedEx and UPS will be open..

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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