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In an effort to bring you the most up-to-date news, here is a short format newsletter highlighting the City of Kenmore’s top four news items of the week. 
*"Read the Top Four and enjoy your weekend in Kenmore!"*

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1 [ https://www.kenmorewa.gov/Home/Components/News/News/435/301 ]

*Message from the Mayor: Kenmore's Commitment to DEIA and Climate Action*
With the recent flurry of executive orders at the federal level and the administration's intention to pause or withhold federal funding from entities that may be seen as not in step with the administration's extreme ideologies, many of you may be wondering what Kenmore will do in response. Let me assure you that Kenmore will not deviate from the course we have been on to create a more inclusive and equitable community, nor will we back down from our efforts to address climate change. 

We in the City of Kenmore believe in the dignity, equality, and constitutional and civil rights of all people; hatred, discrimination, harassment, and behaviors that create fear, isolation, or intimidation have no home here.

The City Council adopted a Climate Action Plan [ https://www.kenmorewa.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/2209/637898707618200000 ] in May 2022 and a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) Strategic Plan [ https://www.kenmorewa.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/2827/638303726333130000 ] in September 2023 and continues to wholeheartedly support these efforts. This work is about creating a resilient community where all people feel welcome, a sentiment that is right at home in a city whose service vision is to "create a thriving community where all people love where they live".

In 2017, the City Council adopted a Safe and Welcoming Resolution [ https://kenmore.civicweb.net/FileStorage/42937F2AFC6D4DD299A69F4C5A5D9DFD-W.pdf ]. On February 10, the City Council will consider adopting an updated version of the resolution. We are committed to continuing DEIA and Climate Action Plan efforts to ensure our community is a safe and welcoming place for all, for years to come.

"-- Mayor Nigel Herbig"



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2 [ https://imaginehousing.org/about/communities/in-the-pipeline/the-approach-at-kenmore/ ]

*Imagine Housing "Community Convening" on" The Approach at Kenmore" Affordable Housing Development - February 6*
Imagine Housing invites all community members to a "Community Convening" at City Hall on February 6 to learn more and ask questions about the proposed Imagine Housing development, "The Approach at Kenmore [ https://imaginehousing.org/about/communities/in-the-pipeline/the-approach-at-kenmore/ ]" (located at 7010 NE 181st Street). "The Approach at Kenmore "proposes a multifamily building that brings together equitable, high-quality housing with both rental and affordable homeownership options. The mid-rise building is proposed to have more than 100 apartments, including studios and 1-3 bedroom units, and approximately 15 homeownership units through Habitat for Humanity.

*"The Approach at Kenmore"** Community Convening*
*February 6 from 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.*
*In-person at Kenmore City Hall & Virtual Zoom*
"*Free and open to all - Family friendly*"

Read project information and FAQs, register for community engagement events (optional), and sign up for email project updates at imaginehousing.org/the-approach [ https://imaginehousing.org/about/communities/in-the-pipeline/the-approach-at-kenmore/ ].



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3 [ https://www.kenmorecommunity.club/post/kenmore-community-club-is-100-years-young ]

*Kenmore Community Club Celebrates 100th Anniversary with Monthly Potluck Presentations*
You’re invited to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Kenmore Community Club [ https://www.kenmorecommunity.club/post/kenmore-community-club-is-100-years-young ] at a series of Potluck Presentations about the essential city services that make Kenmore a great place to live. Each month will feature different guests speakers sharing about what is takes to keep Kenmore running! The first Potluck Presentation will feature the City of Kenmore's Public Works department, sharing about how your city keeps roads safe, smooth, and functional. Bring the kids, a dish to share, and enjoy a meal with friends and neighbors. Everyone is welcome to attend!

*Potluck Presentation with Kenmore Public Works*
*February 12 from 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.*
*Kenmore Community Club (7304 NE 175th Street) 
"Learn more here. [ https://www.kenmorecommunity.club/post/kenmore-community-club-is-100-years-young ]"*



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4 [ https://www.kenmorewa.gov/Home/Components/News/News/433/301 ]

*New Vertical Delineators (“Candlesticks”) Installed at NE 170th and 68th/Juanita Intersection
*Last week, new vertical delineators, also known as "candlesticks," were installed at the NE 170th Street (Simonds Road) and 68th Avenue/Juanita intersection. These white tubes visually narrow the road, encouraging drivers to slow down while clearly separating car lanes from bicycle lanes. The delineators are a continuation of the City’s Target Zero [ https://www.kenmorewa.gov/services/target-zero-initiative ] efforts to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists.

The new delineators replace previous models that did not meet performance expectations. The updated delineators are a more durable, crash-tested design that has shown positive results in other locations, including the Aurora Bridge.

Vertical delineators are a cost-effective safety improvement, with lower installation and replacement costs compared to other road modifications. They will be monitored and repaired or replaced as needed to ensure they continue to provide safety and value. Staff will be looking at strategic locations throughout the city to install more of these delineators as time and resources permit.

Learn more [ https://www.kenmorewa.gov/government/departments/public-works/engineering/streets-sidewalks ] about candlesticks and the reconfiguration of the lanes on 170th Street and 68th Avenue on the City's Streets & Sidewalks webpage [ https://www.kenmorewa.gov/government/departments/public-works/engineering/streets-sidewalks ], specifically under the “Biking in Kenmore” section.



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"*More news to share:*"


* *Snow Response Reminder:* The forecast is showing chances of lowland rain/snow mix over the coming days and the Public Works team is prepped and ready! When snow falls in Kenmore, road maintenance is prioritized according to the snow response removal priorities map [ https://www.kenmorewa.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/1744/638404989273300000 ]. Designated citywide priority routes are cleared first to accommodate emergency response, main arterials, and bus routes. Find more emergency preparedness information here. [ https://www.kenmorewa.gov/services/emergency-preparedness ]


* *City of Kenmore Budget:* The 2025-2026 Biennium Budget for the City of Kenmore has been finalized and uploaded to the City's website [ https://www.kenmorewa.gov/government/departments/finance-administration/financial-accounting/budget-documents ].

*"This week's proclamations:"*


* Black History Month [ https://kenmore.civicweb.net/document/260680 ] - February 2025

"*What's next on the agenda?*""
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* Coffee with Council [ https://www.kenmorewa.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/2592/102?curm=2&cury=2025 ] is on Monday, February 3 at 7:30 a.m.


* The Kenmore Business Alliance [ https://www.kenmorewa.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/2649/102?curm=2&cury=2025 ] meeting is on Thursday, February 6 at 8:30 a.m.


* The next City Council meeting is on Monday, February 10 [ https://www.kenmorewa.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/2632/102?curm=2&cury=2025 ].*
*"To speak virtually at a City Council meeting, please sign up ahead of time using this form [ https://www.kenmorewa.gov/government/city-council/virtual-public-comment ]. 

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* Find more meetings and events on the City's calendar [ https://www.kenmorewa.gov/our-city/calendar ].

*More Kenmore News* [ https://www.kenmorewa.gov/our-city/city-news ]


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