Mayor in a Minute

This is July's edition of Mayor in a Minute. Find more information on the topics Mayor Pavone covered below:

• Check out the Renton Farmers Market as well celebrate 25 seasons this year
• Join us for Renton's Hometown 4th this Saturday, July 4
• Celebrate our 125th birthday by checking out our video booth and sharing what you love about Renton
• Renton Transit Center Parking garage is moving forward and will provide critical access infrastructure for riders in Renton and as important investment for equity in the South King County region
• Much like signing days for athletes, thank you Boeing and the Seattle Seahawks for honoring students committed to pursuing STEM education and career paths.
• SW 43rd St is being repaved from the western city limit to the SR 167 ramps. Learn more on our website here.

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This is June's edition of Mayor in a Minute. Find more information on the topics Mayor Pavone covered below:

• Legacy Square is open! Check out a recap of the grand opening and find all the events on our website. 
• This year, we're celebrating Renton River Day's 40th Anniversary. Sponsor, join the parade, and be part of this Renton tradition!
• The Renton Farmers Market is back for its 25th season. The Market runs every Tuesday through September from 3 to 7 p.m. at Piazza Park.
• The Henry Moses Aquatic Center (HMAC) opens on June 20! Visit the HMAC website to see program and rental information.
• Renton works with Startup425 to foster collaboration and inspire innovation in our small business community. Entrepreneurs, founders, and business owners are always invited to get involved.
• Learn more about the Valley Subarea Plan and connect with us!
• Highlands Park has a new playground!
• During our Legislative Session, our Government Affairs team secured funding for the Renton Stabilization Center & SE 168th St bike lanes and safety crossings. 

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This is May's edition of Mayor in a Minute. Find more information on the topics Mayor Pavone covered below:

• Learn more about the improvements coming to the Don Persson Senior Activity Center.
• Renton River Days is almost here. Find applications for sponsorships, volunteering, parade entries, and more on our website.
• I hope to see you at the grand opening of the Renton Farmers Market on Tuesday, June 2!
• Reduce serious injuries and traffic deaths on Renton’s streets by taking the Safety Action Plan Survey.
• Celebrate small business owners at the Startup425 Accelerator Demo Day.

Full video available here.

This is April's edition of Mayor in a Minute. Find more information on the topics Mayor Pavone covered below:

• Check out the full presentation from our 2026 State of the City.
  
• Congrats to our second Civic Academy cohort for graduating! Learn more and join the waitlist for a future cohort.
• Rainier Avenue South Phase 4 is nearing full completion. Find details on the project page here. 
• Take the 2027-2028 budget survey available here.
• Learn about Senator Patty Murray's recent tour to Renton Technical College.
• Save the date! Join us for a grand opening of new downtown upgrades. 
• Join us this summer at Legacy Square for movies, concerts, shopping, and community events.

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This is March's edition of Mayor in a Minute. Find more information on the topics Mayor Pavone covered below:

• Learn more about Legacy Square and other downtown projects.
• Check out a recap of my 2026 State of the City.
• We recently welcomed Alaska Airlines' Global Training Center to Renton.
• Renton City Council has authorized Ziply Fiber to install fiber optic cables in the City of Renton.
• Beginning April 2027, Recology will serve as Renton's new solid waste provider. 
• Watch highlights from the Lunar New Year reception.
• The city honored American Red Cross Month with a proclamation.
• Get a behind the scenes look at the city's street maintenance crews and how they prep for winter weather.

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This is February's edition of Mayor in a Minute. Find more information on the topics Mayor Pavone covered below:

• Find Legislative Session updates on our dedicated legislative page here.
• The City of Renton welcomes our new Human Services Director, Kent Hay.
  
• Learn more about Judge Jessica Giner serving as presiding judge for 2026 here.
• Find our community celebrations on our website here.
• Maplewood Park reopens with a new playground, fitness equipment, and accessible pathways.
• Preparation for the World Cup continues with Legacy Square and planned events this summer. 
• Check out highlights from our Seahawks rally at Renton City Hall earlier this month.
• Groundbreaking for the Renton Transit Center has begun.

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Click below for more information on the topics Mayor Pavone covered in January's Mayor in a Minute:

• Find post-flood recovery resources including emergency updates, food and human services, and ways to help on our resources page.
• Get the latest updates on the 2026 legislative session which starts Monday, January 12. This year, we'll be focusing on public safety, transportation, workforce housing, and budget decisions.
• Join us for a ribbon-cutting for the new Maplewood Park playground on Saturday, February 7, at 10 a.m. (updated date)
• King County Metro has set the budget for 2026-2027 which includes improving transit in valley cities. Follow along with the future of King County Metro.
• A new state law will affect how off-street parking is handled for new developments next year. Visit our dedicated page to see what this means for you.
• Renton Recreation's Let's Go Guide for January-April 2026 is available online or for pickup at Renton City Hall, Renton Community Center, Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center, and Highlands Neighborhood Center.
• In 2026, the State of the City address will take place Wednesday, March 25, at Hyatt Regency Lake Washington. Save the date!

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Click below for more information on the topics Mayor Pavone covered in December's Mayor in a Minute:

• Tomorrow, Friday, December 5, the draw for teams playing in Seattle will be determined for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In addition, Renton will find out if we are a basecamp for teams to practice. Keep an eye out for the latest news on how the city is preparing for this global event in the city's newsroom.
• We are introducing 'This Month in Renton', a monthly newsletter from the mayor's office that goes in-depth on big city issues. As news comes in, check out the city's newsroom(External link) and subscribe to a specific topic of interest to get the news you are looking for directly.
• The 2026 legislative session begins January 12. Follow the city's webpage for updates on what we are prioritizing this session.
• Civic Academy returns for its second year. Last year was the inaugural year of the program. This is a great opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes look at how the city operates. Learn more about the program and apply before December 8. 
• What's Brewing with our Chief Administrative Officer Ed VanValey returns. Take this opportunity to learn about city projects and initiatives and ask questions! Ed will be at Four Generals Brewing on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. All events will be posted to the city's calendar and Facebook events. 
• Save the date for the 2025 State of the City address on March 25, 2026, back again at the Hyatt Regency Lake Washington. This is a great opportunity to get an inside look at the progress the city has made over the past year and what is ahead.
• 2025 has been filled with many accomplishments from the city. As we enter the holiday season, we wish everyone a happy holiday, and we look forward to the continued progress in the new year!

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Click below for more information on the topics Mayor Pavone covered in August's Mayor in a Minute 

• Update on 500 Park Building
• The ribbon cutting of the Solera and Astra apartments in the Sunset Neighborhood on June 21. This is yet another crucial project completed as part of the revitalization of the Sunset Neighborhood. 
• Progress and updates on Rainier Ave. Phase 4 project. Paving begins shiortly, as the project comes to completion.
• Cedar River Park expansion. The city is acquiring a vacant lot of approximately 12.5 acres to add to the existing 23-acre park as part of a long-term plan to expand Cedar River Park. 
• Thank you for celebrating Renton River Days 2025 with us! Next year will be the 40th anniversary. 
• Construction on Legacy Square and the downtown Pavilion move forward bringing to life the the long-term Renton Downtown Civic Core Vision and Action Plan.

Full video available here.