 May 1
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According to residents, the biggest desire from the community is to address existing parks and aging equipment to improve all parks in the city holistically. With that, the city is initiating plans to renovate and enhance Earlington Park, and resident input will help influence park plans that best fit the community's needs.
These renovations will offer more play opportunities and create a space that the community can enjoy, especially in smaller neighborhoods and parks overdue for upgrades. The Earlington Park project includes renovating the existing basketball court and adding an all-weather athletic field. The project (if funded) would also consist of a new restroom and a renovated playground.
Here's what's in the works:
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Athletic Renovations/Expansions: The Parks and Recreation Department actively seeks grant funding to support select renovations and expansions to park facilities. See the Renovation Plan below for more information.
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Playground Renovation: Equipment to replace the broken climber has been ordered, and the entire playground will be renovated in 2025.
To all frequent Earlington Park visitors, consider providing ideas on how the city can improve the space by chatting with Parks and Recreations staff on Saturday, May 11, at the second Renton Community Celebration at Earlington Park or by taking the survey to outline ideas and priorities for the renovations.
Community input is vital in this process, and efforts are appreciated. The city looks forward to working together to make Earlington Park an even better space for recreation and community gatherings. For more information, visit the project website.
Renton Police Department hosts successful annual Shred-A-Thon & Drug Take Back event, joining 50 Washington agencies for National Drug Take Back Day
Renton Police Department, in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), held their third annual Shred-A-Thon and Prescription Drug Take Back last Saturday with over 400 households participating. While this year was yet another rainy event, it didn’t stop residents and the community from participating in this important annual event.
The department collected 9.5 tons of documents for shredding, 302 pounds of unused prescription drugs, and the Emergency Feeding Program collected 544 pounds of canned food and $907 in monetary donations.
Renton was among 50 Washington law enforcement agencies that hosted a drug take back event. National Drug Take Back Day is a nationwide campaign by the DEA to encourage the public to remove unneeded medications from their homes to prevent medication misuse and opioid addiction as a commitment to Americans’ safety and health.
Thanks to the Renton Police Department and the DEA for supporting the community in a positive and impactful way that will ultimately benefit the safety and well-being of all residents.
Discover your green thumb: Join the city’s free gardening classes this spring
Attend free gardening classes this spring in coordination with the Saving Water Partnership. Gardening in the PNW presents many water-related challenges—from too much stormwater to drainage problems to several months of drought. Join instructor Jessi Bloom to learn the basics of rain gardens, rain collection, drainage solutions, and great plants for every garden. Register online. Classes will be available virtually and in person at Renton Community Center.
Upcoming class dates and locations:
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May 8, from 6-7:30 p.m. at Renton Community Center
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May 14, from 6-7:30 p.m. Virtual
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May 23, from 6-7:30 p.m. Virtual
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June 5, from 6-7:30 p.m. at Renton Community Center
Join the C.A.R.E. annual plant sale and support wetland restoration at Cemetery Pond
Make a positive environmental impact and support a good cause by joining the C.A.R.E. Annual Plant Sale on May 4-5 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 6220 SE 2nd Place in Renton. The Community Alliance to Reach Out and Engage (C.A.R.E.) plant sale will offer a variety of Pacific Northwest native plants, trees, mature rescued plants, herbaceous perennials, shrubs of different sizes, and ornamental and edible plants.
C.A.R.E. is committed to the cause of wetland restoration since as early as 2006. Volunteers have led community work parties to remove noxious weeds, tires, and even a car from the Cemetery Pond. The project is in collaboration with King County, C.A.R.E., and other partners. Join the event to find out more about how to support the cause and get involved.
Cemetery Pond is located in unincorporated King County at 164th Avenue SE and SE 128th Street and is an essential part of Renton's ecosystem.
To find more information about the plant sale, participating in C.A.R.E., or the stewardship of the wetland, send an email to highlands_neighbors@hotmail.com or visit the King County website to learn more about the Cemetery Pond project and its importance for the local environment.
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2024 Senior Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program applications are open
The 2024 Senior Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) is an excellent initiative that provides $80 cards to low-income seniors to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables directly from farmers at participating King County farmers market locations, including the Renton Farmers Market.
This program increases access to local produce and supports local farms. The enrollment period for the program is from April 22 to May 24. To be eligible, applicants must be 60 years or older (Native American/Alaska Native 55+), live in King County, and have an income below 185% of the Federal Poverty Level. For larger households, an amount of $829 per additional person should be added.
If eligible, apply for the program by downloading an online application or picking one up in person at Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center. For questions or more information, please visit https://sfmnp-seattleking.org/.
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