Join us for July's KBA meeting this Thursday, July 2 at 8:30 a.m. at Kenmore City Hall! We welcome professionals and business owners who do business in Kenmore to get involved with our Kenmore Business Alliance (KBA) which meets regularly to:

• Create exposure for Kenmore businesses & the community
• Create networking opportunities for Kenmore business leaders
• Discuss current local issues affecting businesses
• Provide a two-way communication conduit between the Kenmore business community and City officials

The Kenmore Business Alliance is an exciting opportunity to get involved, help improve the business climate, and grow your own business. KBA is free and open to professionals and business owners doing business in Kenmore.

KBA was founded in 2013 and is a collaborative effort between the Bothell Kenmore Chamber of Commerce and the City of Kenmore.

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 month. 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.

Sponsorship Opportunities for Kenmore Oktoberfest

Kenmore Oktoberfest returns for its 3rd year this September. This beloved community event brings back all the favorites including a lively beer garden, live Bavarian band, Weiner dog races, the Fly Away 5K & 10K, and a Pop! Shop vendor market.  Sign on to be a sponsor and support this festive event in Kenmore. Sponsorship benefits include a wide digital and in-person reach.

City Council Seeking Applicants for Pro/Con Committee

Proposition 1: Climate and Environmental Stewardship, Housing, and Human Services levy will be on the November 3 general election ballot. The City Council is accepting applications from individuals who want to serve on the Pro or Con Committee for Prop 1. Applications are open now through July 6. To learn more and apply, visit kenmorewa.gov/prop1.

Construction Projects in Kenmore

Summer weather conditions provide a window of opportunity for construction projects to begin, resume, or complete. With that in mind, Kenmore has quite a few construction projects that will be going on this summer and beyond. For a detailed view and explanation of each project, visit our Current Projects webpage.

Be sure to note and be aware of these specific projects as you are planning your driving and commuting routes in and through Kenmore. 

• Sound Transit Stride Line 3
• Arrowhead Drive Sidewalk Project- expect delays.
• 80th Avenue NE Pedestrian and Bike Project - detour route will be in place. 

More Business News:

• Take our Climate Action Plan Update survey!
  Kenmore is updating the Climate Action Plan for the first time. We recognize the unique challenges faced by our local businesses and want to learn more about how climate action can support you in the near future. Take our short survey and tell us how we can better support the business community in Kenmore.
  Kenmore Climate Action Business Survey
  
  
• Do you have a listing in Kenmore's business directory: Findkenmore.org?
  If you are a registered Kenmore business, you can have a FREE listing in the directory! Don't miss out on this opportunity for free marketing and exposure.
  
  
• Share Kenmore business news
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Business Meeting Reminders:

• Kenmore City Council Meetings 
  City Council meetings are typically held at 7 p.m. the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Mondays of each month on-site at Kenmore City Hall and streamed virtually (when available) through Zoom and YouTube livestream. City Council meetings are open to the public and public comments are encouraged. 
  
  
• Bothell Kenmore Chamber Meetings and Events
  The Chamber offers 4 ways to connect, 4 times a month:
  • Chamber General Meetings
  • After Hours Social Events
  • Kenmore Business Alliance
  • Bothell Business Forum

Upcoming Meetings and Events: 

• July 1 - Kenmore Farmers Market
• July 2 - Kenmore Business Alliance Meeting
• July 3 - Kenmore City Hall closed in observance of Independence Day
• July 4 - Kenmore 4th of July Celebration
• July 18 - Coffee with Council
• July 18 - Bothell Kenmore Chamber Wine, Beer & Spirits Walk 

Visit the City calendar to see more events and meetings here.
Visit Findkenmore.org for community event calendar listings here.

Si gusta communicarse con la ciudad de Kenmore o revisar un documento en otro idioma, envíe su solicitud con su información de contacto a cityhall@kenmorewa.gov o llame al 425-398-8900.