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The City of Redmond, led by Mayor Angela Birney, has joined nearly 350 U.S. mayors in a commitment to electrify municipal fleets and enhance electric vehicle charging infrastructure. The initiative aims to reduce pollution, improve public health, and promote a clean energy economy, with specific targets set for 2030 and 2035.
Redmond Mayor Angela Birney has joined nearly 350 U.S. mayors in a commitment to electrify municipal fleets, aiming for at least 50% electric vehicles by 2030 and a 500% increase in charging infrastructure by 2035. This initiative is expected to reduce pollution, improve public health, and boost the clean energy economy for Redmond residents.
Ching-In Chen, the City of Redmond's 2024 poet laureate, has been awarded a prestigious fellowship from the Academy of American Poets Laureate, recognizing her contributions to the literary community. The fellowship includes a $50,000 grant aimed at supporting public poetry programs, including a new initiative titled "Read Local Eat Local," which connects poetry with local businesses.
Ching-In Chen, the 2024 poet laureate of Redmond, Washington, has been awarded a prestigious fellowship from the Academy of American Poets Laureate. This fellowship, which includes a $50,000 grant, recognizes poets of literary merit who serve in civic roles and will support Chen in leading poetry initiatives that celebrate local culture. A notable project, "Read Local Eat Local," will involve collaborations with local food establishments and community poetry submissions.
The City of Redmond is set to host the Downtown Redmond Art Walk (DRAW) on September 19, 2024, offering a platform for local artists and businesses. The event will feature exhibitions, poetry readings, live music, and more, encouraging community engagement and support for the arts. Mayor Angela Birney expressed excitement about the event's return and its role in fostering a vibrant arts community.
The City of Redmond will host the Downtown Redmond Art Walk (DRAW) on September 19, 2024, showcasing local artists and businesses. This free event will feature exhibitions, poetry readings, live music, and more, encouraging community engagement with the arts.
Recology will start providing garbage and recycling services in Redmond on January 1, 2026, marking the city's first competitive selection of a waste hauler in 30 years. The new contract enhances service levels, including expanded curbside collection for hard-to-recycle items and a local call center for customer support. Residents can expect communications from Recology ahead of the service transition.
The City of Redmond, Washington, is accepting applications for 2025 tourism grants aimed at promoting tourism development and attracting visitors. Organizations involved in cultural, historical, educational, sports, or community events can apply for funding from the lodging tax fund, with applications due by August 19, 2024. The grants will be evaluated by the Redmond Lodging Tax Advisory Committee before being forwarded to the City Council for approval.
The City of Redmond is accepting applications for tourism grants aimed at promoting projects that attract visitors to the area in 2025. Organizations involved in cultural, historical, educational, sports, or community events are encouraged to apply by August 19, 2024.
The Redmond Police Department has renewed its Certified Autism Center™ designation, enhancing its ability to assist autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals in the community. This renewal highlights the department's commitment to inclusivity and provides additional tools like the Take Me Home program for families with loved ones who have cognitive or developmental disabilities.