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City News
Kenmore Recognized as 2017 Playful City USA Community
Kenmore is being honored with a 2017 Playful City USA designation for the eighth year in a row. The national recognition program Kaboom! honors cities and towns across the country for making their cities more playable. Kenmore is one of four cities in the state of Washington along with Auburn, Mercer Island and Mountlake Terrace recognized as a Playful City in 2017.
Kenmore City Council recognized Kenmore city staff for their efforts in achieving the highest level of the “Complete Streets” Award granted by the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board. The City was nominated by the Washington State Department of Transportation and Washington State Department of Commerce for the award. Kenmore is the smallest of only six cities in Washington to receive the maximum award of $500,000 which will be used towards sidewalk projects.
The City has begun the construction of a culvert replacement project to eliminate flooding caused by Little Swamp Creek at NE 192nd St, just east of 73rd Ave. Work includes removal of the existing metal pipe that carries Little
Swamp Creek across NE 192nd St., construction of a new
fish-passable concrete box culvert, required utility relocation,
road reconstruction, and critical areas mitigation. Full construction activities are anticipated to last through fall, with traffic impacts expected on NE 192nd St.
In June, the City will install signage at Log Boom Park that restricts all parking spaces to 4-hours maximum. The 4-hour limit was chosen to allow sufficient time for recreational activities and to restrict commuter parking. Parking time limits will be enforced.
Arts of Kenmore Announces Winner of Silo Art
“Heron’s View”, by local artist Joe Wuts, gained the popular vote during the "10 Semi-Finalist's" exhibit. Selected by the Arts of Kenmore, this piece will be installed on the CalPortland tanks late this summer. The exhibit received more than 360 popular ballot votes, proving a great method to involve the greater public in the process of selecting artwork for our city.
Summer Kids' Programs in Kenmore
Northshore kids have a lot of options for the summer. For the active youth, the City has partnered with Skyhawks Sports Camps at Rhododendron Park, and Skate Like A Girl Skate Camps at Jack V. Crawford Skate Park to host a variety of field sports camps and skate camps for boys and girls. Northwest Soccer Camps will also be hosting day and overnight camps at Bastyr University. Check out Northshore YMCA programs for the summer season, including the YMCA's Summer Lunch Program at Kenmore City Hall. Lastly, Wilderness Awareness School at Saint Edward State Park will offer discovery classes for curious youth and adults alike.
Events in Kenmore
Kenmore Community Market Thursdays
June through August
Cedar Park Northshore Church kicked off their new Kenmore Community Market with a grand opening celebration on Thursday, June 1, at the church's paved lot. This community market services neighbors in Kenmore and surrounding communities with goodies from local farmers, crafters, food trucks, and artisans. The market takes place Thursdays from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m., June 1 through August 31.
An exhibit featuring the work of Irina Milton, national award-winning
fine-arts painter known for her lavish interpretations of
everyday life, opened Friday, June 2 at the Arts of Kenmore Gallery in Kenmore
City Hall.The exhibit will remain on display through
August 10.
Kid's Fishing Event June 3
In collaboration with local organizations and volunteers, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is hosting a Youth Fishing Event for children ages 5 to 14. This event will take place Saturday, June 3, from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Log Boom Park, 17415 61st Ave NE.
For more information and to view other youth fishing events across Washington State, visit http://bit.ly/1e0NOJt.
Visit Washington State Parks For Free June 3 and 10
To
celebrate National Trails Day and National Get Outdoors Day, Saturdays, June 3 and 10 will be free
days at Washington State Parks. Day-use visitors will
not need a Discover Pass to visit state parks. Free days apply only to
day-use access by vehicle, not overnight stays or rented facilities.
In Kenmore, you can discover Saint
Edward State Park for free, or visit the neighboring Bridle Trails, and Lake
Sammamish State Park.
Coffee with Council June 5 and 17
The Kenmore City Council invites citizens to Coffee with Council on Monday, June 5, at 7:30 a.m. and Saturday, June 17, at 8:00 a.m. at Starbucks, 7750 NE Bothell Way. Citizens are encouraged to attend these informal sessions to ask questions, discuss issues and offer suggestions on any topic of interest. Take advantage of this great opportunity and get to know your City Council.
Wallace Swamp Creek Park Nature Walks June 5
You are invited to to participate in
the City’s free guided nature walks at Wallace Swamp Creek Park. On the first Monday of each month June through October, a volunteer guide will host a 1.5 - 2 hour-long tour and
explore two miles of paved and primitive trails through the 25-acre park.
Tours start at 9:00 a.m. at the kiosk at Wallace Swamp Creek Park parking
lot, 19851 73rd Ave NE. Participants under the age of 18 years old
must be accompanied by a parent.
Changing Demographics of North King County Community Conversation June 7
North Urban Human Services Alliance invites you to discuss the changing demographics of North King County. King County Demographer Chandler Felt will be joining the conversation as he shares his knowledge and insights into the new demands on our cities and human service agencies. This event will take place on Wednesday, June 7, at 6:00 p.m. at Kenmore City Hall.
Presentation of "A Different View of Pearl Harbor" June 7
Presented by the Kenmore Heritage Society, join longtime Kenmore resident and author Bill High on Wednesday, June 7, at 7: 00 p.m. at the Kenmore Community Club, 7304 NE 175th St as he presents "A Different View of Pearl Harbor".
Community Meeting Mary's Place June 8
The City of Kenmore, Mary's Place, and King County
invite you to a community meeting to learn more about a 24-hour resource
center and family shelter proposed for the vacant King County Sheriff's
precinct at 18118 73rd Ave NE. Come learn more about the
services that Mary's Place provides and how they can help address the
homelessness crisis in our region. This event will take place Thursday, June 8, at 6:00 p.m. at Kenmore City Hall.
For questions, contact Nancy Ousley,
Assistant City Manager, City of Kenmore at 425-398-8900 or Marty Hartman,
Executive Director, Mary's Place at 206-621-8474.
Northshore Fire Department Open House and Pancake Breakfast June 17
Visit the Northshore Fire Department, 7220 NE 181st St, on Saturday, June 17 for the annual open house and pancake breakfast. This fun family event will run from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and will include a free pancake breakfast until 11:00 a.m., a health and safety fair, live firefighter demonstrations, activities for kids, and an opportunity to tour the fire engine, aid car and rescue truck.
CONTACT
Kenmore City Hall 18120 68th Ave NE PO Box 82607 Kenmore, WA 98028 425-398-8900
