Awards
Kirkland Avenue Townhomes Wins 2015 Governor's Smart Communities Award
At the 2015 Municipal Excellence Awards breakfast put on by the Association of Washington Cities, the City of Renton received a 2015 Governor’s Smart Community Award for the partnership with the Renton Housing Authority (RHA) for the Kirkland Avenue Townhomes. The award recognizes forward-thinking projects that help create and sustain a thriving economic climate.
The 18-unit Kirkland Avenue Townhomes is the first publicly funded, affordable, multi-family modular construction project in Western Washington. The townhomes are part of the city’s Sunset Area Community Revitalization effort and provide housing for veterans and low-income replacement housing as part of the RHA’s Sunset Terrace Redevelopment.
Meadow Crest Early Learning Center and Accessible Playground Wins 2015 Governor's Smart Communities Award
Renton School District and the City of Renton received the 2014 Governor’s Smart Communities Award for collaboration to build the Meadow Crest Early Learning Center and Meadow Crest Accessible Playground. The Meadow Crest Early Learning Center and Accessible Playground allows for youth of all abilities to play and learn.
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Meadow Crest Early Learning Center and Accessible Playground Wins 2015 Governor's Smart Communities Award
At the 2013 Municipal Excellence Awards Breakfast put on by the Association of Washington Cities, the City of Renton received a 2013 Governor’s Smart Community Award for the Sunset Area Planned Action. This award recognizes Renton for outstanding achievement in creating livable and vibrant communities.
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Sunset Area Wins 2012 VISION 2040 Award
Renton wins a 2012 VISION 2040 Award from the Puget Sound Regional Council for its Sunset Area Community Revitalization. The awards recognize innovative projects and programs that help ensure a sustainable future as the region grows. VISION 2040 awards are given to planning projects that demonstrate innovation in building better communities and achieving regional goals.
In the News
June 9, 2019 – “A fence that unites” – City dedicates new Sunset Boulevard art
April 5, 2019 – STREAM offers after school curriculum for Highland kids
March 27, 2019 – Hi-lands Shopping Center property vacant after developer drops project
February 16, 2019 – Center adds to Sunset area supports
October 18, 2018 – City takes next step to improve Sunset community
September 6, 2018 – City moves forward with Sunset area plans
June 22, 2018 – City celebrated end of Sunset Park phase one
June 5, 2018 – Sunset Park Grand Opening
September 27, 2017 – Sunset neighborhood wins revitalization projects funds
February 13, 2017 – JPMorgan Chase Foundation Grant to Homestead Community Land Trust Supports Affordable Homeownership Development in Renton’s Sunset Area
August 19, 2016 – Viet-Wah kicks off new store with celebration
August 1, 2016 – City of Renton officially opens North Highlands Community Garden
June 9, 2016 – Renton agency, RTC receive $90,000 grant for low-income residents to pursue health care careers
March 25, 2016 – New Highlands Library finally ready to open
July 21, 2015 – Sunset area project among finalists for federal grant
June 29, 2015 – Renton Receive 2015 Governor’s Smart Communities Award
September 25, 2014 – Kids get a chance to weigh in on new Sunset Park design
August 27, 2014 – School zone cameras go into operation on first day of school, Sept. 2
June 25, 2014 – Sunset neighborhood park is coming into focus
June 10, 2014 – Meeting planned for Sunset park redesign
June 3, 2014 – School district, City of Renton win Governor’s Smart Community Award
June 27, 2013 – Sunset Revitalization plan earns 2013 Smart Communities Award
February 14, 2013 – New accessible playground designed to tear down fences
January 18, 2013 – Next Renton Housing Authority townhomes are in the works
September 26, 2012 – Renton Wins VISION 2040 Award
May 10, 2012 – In Renton, a Model for Green Revitalization
February 12, 2012 – Redevelopment of Sunset Terrace gets key federal approval