Celebrate Earth Day This Weekend, Apply for the Derby Days “Do-Gooder” Scholarship, Drive Safely Around Work and Construction Zones, and more

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Celebrate Earth Day This Weekend

Need ideas for celebrating Earth Day on Saturday, April 22? Visit redmond.gov/EarthMonth to explore numerous fun and educational opportunities, such as environmentally-themed classes, story-time and crafts, and challenges to join. Have fun celebrating and making an impact on Earth Day and all year long.

Learn more Earth Month activities

Apply for the Derby Days “Do-Gooder” Scholarship

The Derby Do-Gooder Scholarship, presented by WM, will award $1,500 to a high school senior in Redmond who has shown an extraordinary commitment to community service. The student will also be honored during the Derby Days Grand Parade on July 15. Applications are due by 9 p.m. on June 4.

Read the details and apply for the scholarship

Drive Safely Around Work and Construction Zones

It is National Work Zone Awareness Week, and crews are busy performing maintenance and repairs across the city. When driving near construction and work areas:

Slow down
Minimize distractions and always be alert and focused
Follow traffic control devices, signs, and markings
Watch for workers - don’t assume workers aren’t present if you don’t see them right away
Follow all instructions from traffic control flaggers

Thank you for keeping all members of our community safe.

Learn more about driving safely in work zone

Attend a Public Hearing on Forming a Transportation Benefit District

City Council will hold a public hearing on May 2 regarding forming a Transportation Benefit District (TBD) in the City of Redmond. The TBD would fund maintenance and improvements to city streets, public transportation, strategies to maximize safety and traveling choices, parking facilities, and other transportation projects designed to reduce congestion. The public hearing will be held as part of the regular City Council business meeting on Tuesday, May 2, at Redmond City Hall.

Learn more about the TBD

Care for the Environment with Natural Lawncare

Did you know it’s National Lawncare Month? Try using natural lawncare methods to keep your lawn beautiful while protecting and caring for the environment. Visit King County’s website for the best methods of mowing, fertilizing, and watering your lawn.

See how to start using natural lawncare

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