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Kenmore City Hall will be the site of a King County Elections Vote Center for the primary election in early March. Vote centers are available each election to register new voters, update registrations for existing voters and to aid voters who require assistance to vote. The Kenmore City Hall voting center will be open March 2 through 10 during the hours listed above.
Voter registration deadlines: Voters can register online until March 2 and in-person at a Vote Center until 8 p.m. on Election Day.
Drop Box Information: Drop off your ballot anytime between now and 8 p.m. on March 10 at the convenient drop box located on 68th St., outside of Kenmore City Hall.
West Sammamish Bridge Construction:
Ceccanti Inc., the contractor for the West Sammamish Bridge project, has completed all the necessary paper work and was issued “Notice to Proceed”. The bridge construction project is scheduled to begin in early March. In advance of construction, utility companies are relocating some of their facilities (vaults, conduit, etc.) that are in conflict with construction zones. Occasional night work will be allowed as the least disruptive option for traffic. The right-of-way on the south side of NE 175th St., just east of 68th Ave NE, will serve as a staging area for Ceccanti, Inc. When driving through that area, please be prepared to allow additional time to reach your destination or plan for alternative routes.
Walkways & Waterways:
As with the bridge, utility companies are relocating some of their facilities in the Juanita Dr. and 68th Ave NE corridor in advance of the construction that will install bike lanes and sidewalks on these voter-approved transportation projects.
Income-qualified households can receive a grant toward their heating and energy costs. Starting March 5, Hopelink will be at Kenmore City Hall every other Thursday from 9 am to 3 pm to help those who live within the 98028 zip code apply for energy cost assistance. Appointments are required and can be scheduled by calling 425.658.2592 or online through the link below.
Due to State-imposed limits on property tax growth, flat growth in other revenues, unfunded state and federal mandates, and other factors, the City’s operating revenues are not keeping pace with the cost of doing business. As a result, the City of Kenmore faces an upcoming structural deficit in its operating budget (General Fund and Street Fund). While the City has been adopting balanced budgets, operating expenditures could start exceeding revenues as soon as 2021. Re-evaluating priorities, services and revenues can help bring a budget with a structural deficit back into balance.
Last fall, the City Council approved a process for creating a Financial Sustainability Plan and a charter for a task force of community members to assist in this work. The task force is meeting now to review the issue, determine the problem, and advise the City Manager. Financial experts Management Partners are also preparing for a report on the City’s options for addressing the issue. The City Council is expected to review options and recommendations in May or June of this year.
There will be a public informational session and presentation on the evening of March 17. Stay tuned for meeting details.
The City of Kenmore is continuing to work with local and state agencies to monitor the spread and impact of the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19), and prepare for the potential of a future local outbreak. Although the risk to people in King County from COVID-19 remains low, with no confirmed local cases and only 1 confirmed case in Washington State, it is increasingly likely that it will continue to spread in the United States.
What can you do to protect yourself and prepare?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends following the same everyday disease prevention routine that helps protect against colds and the flu: Wash your hands, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, and clean and disinfect frequently touched objects. More prevention tips can be found on the CDC website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/prevention-treatment.html
Public Health – Seattle & King County has a website with up-to-date information and educational resources, www.kingcounty.gov/ncov. Because the situation is rapidly evolving, people can check back frequently for the latest information.
Additional information is available from Washington State Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
https://www.doh.wa.gov/Emergencies/Coronavirus
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov
The City has a Stream Monitoring Program that records water quality data at the base of Swamp Creek and Tributary 0056. The stations record water quality indicators and the data can be viewed live on the City’s website! Understanding local water conditions is imperative to improving watershed health and overall environmental quality.
The City of Kenmore organizes over a dozen community events that present unique experiences for thousands of residents year-round. From the Kenmore Concert Series to the Annual Tree Lighting Festival to Movies @ the Square, Kenmore hosts events for everyone. Here’s what’s happening in 2020:
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July 4: 4th of July Fireworks Show
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July 8, July 22, August 5 & August 19: Movies @ the Square
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July 9, July 16, July 23, July 30, August 6 & August 13: Kenmore Concert Series
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August 4: National Night Out
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August 15: Play Day
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October 17: Jack V. Crawford Day
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December 5: Tree Lighting Festival
Food vendor applications are now being accepted for the 2020 Kenmore Summer Events. The application deadline is Friday, May 22nd by 5:00pm. Questions? Please contact Stephanie Brown at sbrown@kenmorewa.gov.
The City of Kenmore offers sponsorship opportunities for companies and organizations who seek a unique way to connect with their community and get face-to-face with potential customers. Sponsorship levels range from $1,200 to $12,000 and offer sponsors a wide variety of opportunities to meet marketing and community engagement goals. To guarantee your sponsor benefit package, please email sponsorship@kenmorewa.gov by April 17, 2020.
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