 August 30, 2023
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The much-loved pedestrian trail and connection within the park now offers a new ADA-accessible clear-span steel bridge and light-penetrating decking. These additions will provide a unique viewpoint along the pedestrian trail, accommodate emergency access and park maintenance vehicles, and enhance fish habitat.
The project was funded through 2019 Renton Park Bond funds, a Federal Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Award by the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office, 2019 King County Proposition No. 1 Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Levy funding, and local funding.
Thanks to everyone's patience, participation, and support in the continuing improvements to this prized park.
With both the Trestle Bridge and North Water Walk now open, park patrons are able to enjoy Coulon Park at its full capacity.
 Celebrate diversity and unity in the community: Welcoming Week in Renton is next month
Renton has a long history of welcoming refugees and immigrants and making resources available to newcomers and their families. The city will be participating in its first Welcoming Week celebration this year.
Welcoming Week is an annual online campaign celebrated during the month of September. The campaign aims to build strong community support, celebrate the benefits of an inclusive society, and deepen each city’s commitment to creating places that welcome everyone, including immigrants and refugees.
Each day during the 2023 celebration (September 8 through 17), the city will share daily posts on the city’s Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter discussing the City of Renton’s commitment to creating opportunities for our immigrant population along with the progress the city has made to become a more inclusive community.
Welcoming Week brings neighbors together to celebrate the positive work done daily throughout the city to ensure everyone belongs and thrives. No matter where people are from or the struggles endured to get here, each community member has an important role to play.
Immigrants and refugees continue to help make Renton a great place to live by bringing innovative thinking, diverse perspectives, and a rich culture that adds depth to the city’s fabric.
Thanks to Renton’s Equity, Housing, and Human Services Department for coordinating the effort for this celebration that we’ll participate in annually.
The last summer concert is canceled due to forecasted weather
Due to tomorrow’s forecasted weather reports, the summer concert performance by Soul Searching Band is canceled.
Thank you to the Renton Parks and Recreation Department, Renton Municipal Arts Commission, city staff, performers, and concertgoers who participated this year's summer concert series.
The planning has already begun for the 2024 summer concert series. See you next year!
Join the festivities: The city invites the community to the grand re-opening of Kiwanis Park
Last week, the gates opened to the refreshed Kiwanis Park. A favorite of the community for over 60 years, exciting new amenities and extensive improvements provide residents with fun and accessible ways to stay active.
Improvements include a newly paved looped walkway, the city’s first graffiti-proof and crime-deterrent Portland Loo restrooms, the first covered dugout in the city, basketball/sports court renovations, and the city’s first synthetic all-weather turf multi-purpose field, meaning muddy fields are a thing of the past.
Renton Parks and Recreation Department invites the public to join Renton City Councilmembers, city staff, and the community for an official ribbon cutting at Kiwanis Park, 815 Union Ave, on Thursday, August 31, at 3:30 p.m.
Learn about the park improvements, court reservations, and upcoming fall events and activities, while enjoying the brand-new amenities.
Enjoy downtown with two delicious & entertaining events this Friday
Stroll the streets of downtown Renton while tasting foods from around the globe, sipping wine, and celebrating the beginning of the autumn season through two events this upcoming Friday.
The city will host a first-of-its-kind food truck festival in Renton. Flavors Without Borders Food Truck Festival will be in the gravel lot at Gateway Park, 510 S 3rd St., from 4-9 p.m. Several food trucks with worldwide cuisines will be available at this family-friendly event. For more information, email ftraore@rentonwa.gov.
Final days at Henry Moses Aquatic Center
When the aquatic center closes for the season, updates will be in progress to prepare for an even better season next summer.
Renton Parks and Recreation Department is committed to ensuring this aquatic center continues providing joy and fun. The department was awarded $904,440 from King County to upgrade HMAC. This investment will ensure a safe experience by stabilizing the perimeter tile and leisure activity pool liner. In addition, the main entrance will transform into a more welcoming space. The projected start date is January 2024, with completion by the end of May 2024, before the 2024 HMAC season.
Free Museum Days – First Wednesday and third Saturday monthly, Renton History Museum (235 Mill Ave. S), 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
September 1 – Flavors Without Borders Food Truck Festival, Gateway Park (510 S 3rd St.), 4-9 p.m.
In other news this week
A recap of the news posted on the city’s social media accounts. Find us (@cityofrenton) on Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter. Renton residents can also find us on Nextdoor.
Recreation Guide (classes, activities, leagues & events for September through December)
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