The Kenmore Top 4: June 26, 2026

State of the City of Kenmore Address
Mayor Nigel Herbig presented the State of the City of Kenmore address to a packed Council Chambers at Kenmore City Hall this week. Herbig played off the World Cup excitement and shared “Team Kenmore’s” 2025 wins and season highlights. The presentation also included a look ahead to this next season and shared challenges, opportunities, and Kenmore’s playbook for success. To watch the full presentation, visit the City’s You Tube channel.

4^th of July in Kenmore
Celebrate our nation’s independence at our annual 4^th of July Fireworks Celebration event. The event kicks off at 7:30 p.m. but be sure to arrive early to secure a spot at Log Boom Park to watch the 10 p.m. fireworks show. The event includes savory and sweet food trucks, arts, crafts, face painting, balloon twisters, lawn games, and a dazzling fireworks show! Skip the traffic and shuttle, walk, or bike to the event. For more event details, visit kenmorewa.gov/4thofjuly

Construction Project on 80^th Avenue NE
The 80^th Avenue NE Pedestrian/Bike Project kicked off this week. Drivers travelling between SR522 and NE 185^th Street should be prepared for delays. This project includes buffered bike lanes, sidewalk improvements, traffic calming measures, new crosswalks, and street beautification. Over 90% of the project is funded through state grants and local funds. To learn more about this project, visit kenmorewa.gov/80th

Energize Kenmore Offers Savings for New Heat Pumps
The City of Kenmore recently launched a new program that offers up to $4,000 in discounts at the time of purchase of a new electric heat pump. This is an incentive program to encourage residents to switch from oil or gas furnaces to electric heat pumps. This program is offered now through the end of the year or until program funds are expended. To learn more about the program, read the press release, and visit ductlesshomecomfort.com/energize-kenmore/.