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Your weekly update from the City of Redmond.

Wishing You a Safe and Happy Holiday

From all of us at the City of Redmond, we wish you, your friends, and your families a wonderful Thanksgiving. While city facilities will be closed on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 23 and 24, in observance of the holiday, fire, police, and other critical services will remain fully operational. City Hall will reopen to the community at 8 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 27.

Read the Latest Focus Newsletter

The digital version of the fall/winter Focus newsletter is available online. This edition highlights city and community resources and includes a variety of stories about recycling, the winter season, emergency preparedness, transportation, and how to get involved. The digital version can be translated into more than 100 languages using the website’s Google Translate tool. 

Read the Focus newsletter online 

Prevent Damage to Your Pipes

The best way to deal with clogged drains is to prevent them. Fats, oils, and grease (FOG) solidify in pipes and cause clogs, leading to major damage and costly repairs. To avoid these expensive repairs, follow these tips.

• Never pour Fat, Oil, or Grease down a drain.
• Pour cooled leftover oil into a sealable container.
• Place the cooled sealable container in the garbage.

Learn more about maintaining your plumbing 

Shop Local and Show Your Support

Mayor Birney has proclaimed Nov. 25, 2023, as Small Business Saturday in Redmond to celebrate the contributions small businesses make to our economy and community. As the bustle of holiday shopping begins, let’s shop small and support local brick-and-mortar businesses this season and all year long.  

Read the proclamation 

View the Experience Redmond Shopping and Dining Guide 

Receive Help with Energy Expenses

Hopelink’s Energy Assistance Program can help with heating and electricity bills. You may qualify to receive up to $1,000 toward your home heating costs. You do not need to be behind on payments to qualify. If you meet the income guidelines, you can apply for energy assistance every year.

Visit Hopelink for more information 

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