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This evening, Kenmore City Council will proclaim February 2021 as “Black History Month” in the City of Kenmore. Black History Month is meant to recognize and pay tribute to the many enhancements and advancements that Black and African Americans have contributed to our history, society, and culture, both nationally and locally. It also recognizes the discrimination and cruelties that Black and African Americans have continuously faced while shaping our society and strengthening our nation. The proclamation will be accepted virtually during the City Council meeting by Kenmore community leader, Maurice Leary.
Kenmore’s commitment to celebrating diversity and dismantling systemic racism at a local level will extend far beyond February. City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) as one of its top five goals for 2021. This will include funding and resources for the creation of a community led DEI task force, staff and council training, and development of a DEI policy that honors diversity in Kenmore’s city programs. Find out more about the upcoming 2021 DEI Action Plan.
Black History Month summons every member of the Kenmore community to build on togetherness and cultural awareness, while celebrating Kenmore’s diversity and intersectionality. Here are a few ways you can participate:
 
With demolition of the old southbound bridge now complete, Ceccanti, the contractor, is breaking down and recycling materials in preparation for the delivery of the girders that were delayed by COVID. The first girders arrive in mid-April when the new bridge will really begin to take shape. Visit https://kenmoreconstruction.com/west-sammamish-bridge-project for live camera view of the bridge and the most current updates. It’s exciting to see the progress!
As part of the the Target Zero Initiative, the City has been offering high-visibility vests to Kenmore residents free of charge. At all times, but especially during darker months, wearing high-visibility attire when walking or cycling is highly effective at improving visibility and provides protection against crash risk when traveling alongside vehicle traffic.
Over the last few weeks, the City has filled requests for over 300 vests for Kenmore residents, and also provided a supply to the Kenmore Police to distribute to pedestrians and cyclists as needed.
There is a limited supply of safety vests left. If you didn't request a vest, but would like one, please visit www.kenmorewa.gov/vests for more information.
Our goal is to get these vests into the hands of Kenmore pedestrians and cyclists who will use them. We want cyclists and pedestrians to be seen and be safe, and are excited to see these vests being used out on the streets of Kenmore!
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In January, City Council approved the Planning Commission’s work program for the year. The Commission will be reviewing the Land Use and Housing chapters of the Comprehensive Plan, including consideration of “Missing Middle” housing. “Missing Middle” housing refers to housing units that are mid-density options between detached single-family homes and mid-rise apartments—for example, duplexes and cottage housing. “Missing Middle” housing is compatible in scale and character with single-family homes while increasing the density of residential neighborhoods to accommodate growth and support more affordable housing. As a first step in this project, the Planning Commission is reviewing background materials and is preparing for a community survey about policy priorities and tradeoffs. If you wish to have your name added to the e-mail list to receive a link to the Planning Commission’s meeting agenda information, please email Rita Moreno at rmoreno@kenmorewa.gov. A 2019 panel discussion about “Missing Middle” housing can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DU9zU52_BoA.
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Crisis Connections, formerly known as Crisis Clinic, was founded in 1964. Crisis Connections is one of the oldest Crisis Lines in the nation, and home to five programs focused on serving the emotional and physical needs of individuals across Washington State. These programs include the 24-Hour Crisis Line, King County 2-1-1, Teen Link, WA Recovery Help Line and WA Warm Line. With over 400 trained volunteers and experienced staff, they provide support, resources and certified training for King County and other communities statewide.
Did you see a printed copy of the Winter Kenmore Quarterly show up in your mailbox recently? Don't throw it out! It is packed with great information - take a few minutes to catch up on everything going on in the City of Kenmore. A digital version is available to view or download, too.
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https://www.doh.wa.gov/Emergencies/COVID19/VaccineOn February 1, King County and the Puget Sound Region moved to Phase 2 of the state's Healthy Washington - Roadmap to Recovery plan based on new criteria that requires regions meet three of the state’s four metrics. Find out more.
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The City of Kenmore is not involved in Covid-19 vaccination distribution. For information visit Washington State Department of Health.
- The COVID-19 vaccine is now available to folks in Phase 1B-Tier 1. Get your eligibility confirmation and find out where you can get the vaccine near you at FindYourPhaseWA.org.
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The Safe Start for Taverns and Restaurants (SSTAR) program continues its mobile outreach to provide free supplies for food establishments including facemasks, gloves, thermometer, hand sanitizer, disinfecting solutions, posters and educational materials. Find out more.
Find out more about upcoming events here.
Si gusta communicarse con la ciudad de Kenmore o revisar un documento en otro idioma, envie su solicitud con su información de conctacto a cityhall@kenmorewa.gov o llame al 425-398-8900.
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