Our Renton

April 2026

Renton 2026 State of the City: Mayor Pavone highlights growth, challenges, and future investments

ON WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25, Mayor Armondo Pavone delivered the 2026 State of the City address. This was our second year hosting at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle’s Southport, and we couldn’t imagine a better setting for this event.

A heartfelt thank‑you to the Hyatt team for their outstanding support. This year marked Mayor Pavone’s fourth State of the City since taking office in 2020.

The evening kicked off with a reception, offering attendees the opportunity to connect with city staff from several departments, along with conversing with city councilmembers and other public officials.

Local performers, Steve Aliment and Annie O’Neill got the crowd engaged and entertained right before King County Executive Girmay Zahilay helped welcome the crowd and introduce Mayor Pavone.

The mayor emphasized that each issue that comes before the city is not just a concept, but one that impacts his family along with yours. His presentation centered around four key pillars:

Building a strong foundation
Responsive government
Addressing our challenges
Investing in our future

Through each pillar, the mayor highlighted the “how” and “why” behind the city’s work. From highlighting financial stability and securing strategic land acquisitions, to improving code compliance, evolving our approach to homelessness, and expanding outreach and education efforts like Talks on the Block.

He reflected on the progress we’ve made over the past year and shared a clear vision for where we’re headed next. Last year, the mayor expressed his excitement for the 2026 World Cup and the role Renton will play. With the tournament now just months away, that excitement is only growing.

Stay connected with our city channels for updates on summer activities and events.

Thank you again to:

King County Executive Girmay Zahilay
Steve Aliment and Annie O’Neill
Hyatt Regency Lake Washington
Cugini Florists and Fine Gifts for the beautiful floral arrangements
Renton city staff
Our residents, partners, business owners, and community leaders who joined us

You can find the full State of the City presentation at rentonwa.gov/sotc.

RPD tips to prevent crime: Tax season=Scam Season

Beware of promises of large refunds or demands for payment. The Internal Revenue Service won’t call, text, or email for payments. Don’t click on suspicious links or share personal info.

When in doubt, verify directly and report scams to the Federal Trade Commission.

Grand opening of Legacy Square on June 6

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you. On Saturday, June 6, join us from 1 to 8 p.m. for the official grand opening of Legacy Square, located at S. Third Street and Logan Avenue South.

We’re kicking things off in style with former Seattle Sounders player Brad Evans, a performance by the Hazen Highlander Marching Band, and a full lineup of live entertainment throughout the day. Residents are invited to take their first steps onto the brand‑new mini‑pitch, enjoy food and beverage, explore games and activities, and experience the energy of a space built for community connection.

This celebration is just the beginning. Legacy Square is set to become a vibrant hub for events, youth programming, small business pop‑ups, arts, culture, and so much more, all summer long and for years to come.

Be part of this exciting new chapter in downtown Renton and RSVP today at rentonwa.gov/LegacySquareOpening.

Curious about the transformation? Learn more about the vision behind Legacy Square at rentonwa.gov/LegacySquare.

Making our streets safer for all! Help shape the Renton Safety Action Plan

THE CITY OF RENTON is creating a Safety Action Plan to help guide future decisions and investments to improve safety on our streets. This plan is set to make it safer and easier for everyone to get around, whether walking, rolling, biking, taking transit, or driving.

Your voice matters. Renton residents know their streets best, and your experiences help guide solutions that reflect real community needs. Here’s how to get involved:

Sign up for project updates at rentonwa.gov/SafetyActionPlan.
Take the survey online at rentonwa.gov/SafetyActionPlanSurvey.
Participate in events and conversations happening around the city with staff. A full list of engagement events and opportunities is on our website.