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Press release from the City of Renton:

November 10, 2020

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Our Renton Weekly for November 10, 2020

Veterans Day is Wednesday, Nov. 11 (City offices closed)

This Wednesday is Veterans Day, the day we honor and remember those men and women who have served or are serving in our armed forces. We owe them our thanks for preserving the freedoms we enjoy today. Please take time, not just on Veterans Day but throughout the year, to show your appreciation.

We also salute Renton’s Frank R. Vaise VFW Post 1263 and Auxiliary. For the past 80 years, their belief that “every day is Veterans Day” means we will never forget the sacrifices made by our servicemen and servicewomen.

In honor of Veterans Day, all city offices will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11.

Age-Friendly Renton Community Survey

We are thinking about the future, and that includes an increased senior population. We're committed to providing well-planned resources for our older adults to engage in social, civic and educational activities. Our designation as an "Age-Friendly City" by AARP is just the beginning of our work. We now want your input.

Go to rentonwa.gov/seniorsurvey to take the Age-Friendly Renton Community Survey. It covers housing, transportation, outdoor spaces and services. Survey results will help guide policies for all our residents. The survey will be available through Nov. 20 and takes less than 15 minutes. Email recreation@rentonwa.gov to request a printed copy in English, Spanish or Vietnamese.

Encore presentation of the Renton VIRTUAL Multicultural Festival “Unity in Hope,” Nov. 14 & 15

If you missed it last weekend, our virtual Multicultural Festival "Unity in Hope" returns for an encore presentation on Channel 21. Featuring performers from our diverse community sharing music, dance, song, poetry and fashion, the festival will be played in full on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 14 and 15, at 4 p.m. You can also view it on the city's YouTube page. The show features a welcoming "Happy" video from residents, members of the Mayor’s Inclusion Task Force, and city staff. Don’t miss it!

Drive Thru PPE Distribution: Nov. 16, 17, 19

Renton Chamber of Commerce is hosting three days of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) distribution next week for Renton residents and small businesses. Pick up will be at the Chamber office (625 S 4th St.) on Monday, Nov. 16, 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Tuesday, Nov. 17, 3:30-5:30 p.m.; and Thursday, Nov. 19, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Please pre-register.

"Touchdowns & Trivia," on Nov. 17

Grab your favorite jersey and join us for “Touchdowns & Trivia,” our next virtual trivia night on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 6:30 p.m. You'll be tested on all things football and Seahawks! Register for the Zoom information. Participants will be placed in a waiting room until 6:30.

Tourism grant deadline is Nov. 30

The deadline to submit applications for 2021 Tourism Grants is Nov. 30, at 4:30 p.m. Eligible entities include convention and visitors' bureaus, destination marketing organizations, nonprofits like chambers of commerce and lodging associations, and municipalities. The grants support Renton's tourism marketing and operations and are funded through the state's Hotel-Motel Tax.

Renton LIVE!
Tune in to this week's episode of Renton LIVE at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Every week features new guests and information on what's happening in our community. The show is streamed live on the Renton Chamber of Commerce's YouTube channel or Facebook page.

City Council Update

• Approved Minutes (from the November 2, 2020 Council Meeting)
• November 9, 2020 - Council Meeting Documents (Approved Committee Reports, Motion Sheets, & Council Committee Meeting Calendar)

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