 August 15
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Did you know places like the Cedar River, neighborhood wetlands, and small pockets of trees around Renton do a lot more than look pretty? Even if there isn’t a sign, these natural spaces are important for everyone in our city. Here’s why they matter:
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Streams and rivers help keep our water clean and give salmon a place to live.
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Wetlands and green spaces soak up rainwater to prevent flooding in homes and neighborhoods.
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Trees and green spaces make Renton a greener, cooler place to be, and give us all somewhere to enjoy nature, take a walk, or watch wildlife.
Washington's Growth Management Act (GMA) requires Renton and other cities to review and update their Critical Areas Ordinance to align with the best available science, in addition to aligning with the newest federal or state regulations.
A presentation and public hearing will be held during a Renton City Council meeting in September about the changes included in the ordinance. The ordinance needs to be adopted by the end of the year.
What questions do you have? Learn a little more about critical areas and ask us questions on the project website.
Want to chat in person? Find a staff member from the Community & Economic Development Department at the Renton Farmers Market on August 26 or September 2.
Celebrate Senior Day at the Renton Farmers Market
Explore Renton Farmers Market’s fresh finds and celebrate Senior Day next Tuesday, August 19.
In addition to the many vendors at the market:
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Meet the Renton Senior Advisory Board at their booth this week to explore programs offered at the Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center.
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Visit Market sponsor The Lakeshore and learn about their independent and assisted living for seniors in South Seattle/Renton, overlooking Lake Washington.
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Ask WSU Master Gardeners your toughest plant questions.
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Enjoy live music from Steve Biscarret from 4 to 6 p.m.
Kids are always welcome at the market. Come check out the Kid’s Patch!
Remember, the Market also accepts payment through these food assistance programs:
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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
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Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Supplemental Nutrition Program
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Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP)
Find the Renton Farmers Market every Tuesday, from 3 to 7 p.m. on Williams Avenue South through September 30.
Councilmember Rivera earns her Certificate of Municipal Leadership from the Association of Washington Cities
During Monday’s city council meeting, Councilmember Carmen Rivera was awarded the Certificate of Municipal Leadership (CML) from the Association of Washington Cities (AWC). The certificate was presented by AWC board member, Councilmember Ed Prince.
The CML program recognizes city and town elected officials for accomplishing training in several core areas including legal requirements, roles, responsibilities, and ethics; budgeting and financial management; infrastructure, transportation, and land use; building safe, healthy, and thriving communities; and effective local leadership.
Councilmember Rivera joins the rest of her colleagues on Renton City Council in earning this certificate.
Accelerate your small business ideas!
Looking to grow your small business with expert guidance and a supportive network? Or perhaps you’re a founder preparing to raise capital for the first time.
The 15-week S425 Accelerator Program might be what you’re looking for and applications for the program’s third cohort are now open!
The program is FREE to anyone living or building their business in Renton (or select other cities).
Sessions run via Zoom on Tuesdays, 6 to 8 p.m. from September 2 to December 2. Orientation is Monday, September 1 at 6 p.m. Graduation is Tuesday, December 9.
Walk with us!
Join us at the Entrepreneurial Walk on Thursday, August 28, starting at the Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center and walking along Nishiwaki Boulevard. It’s an opportunity to get your questions answered, get inspired, connect, learn more, and get your steps in!
RSVP today at startup425.org/.
This program is made possible by Startup425, the Founder Institute, and the city’s Community & Economic Development Department.
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