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Civic Academy second cohort applications now available

In early 2025, the City of Renton held its first cohort of the Resident Civic Academy. The free program gave 35 residents a behind-the-scenes look at the basics of local government and the roles of our different departments. Applications are due by December 8.

Ways to give this holiday season!

There are many ways to give or make a donation this holiday season!

Renton events this holiday season!

City departments are working hard to bring you festive fun in the weeks ahead. Here’s a quick look at events hosted by the City of Renton. All city events can be found at rentonwa.gov/events.

Think big, shop small: Celebrate Small Business Saturday

Every year, Small Business Saturday (SBS) invites the public to pause and celebrate the heart of our communities: small, locally owned businesses.

Renton Airport opens new admin office and launches major upgrades

City staff, leadership, and the Renton airport community came together to celebrate the completion of the Renton Municipal Airport’s new administrative offices and upgrades, coinciding with the airport’s 100th anniversary.

The last TWIR: Introducing ‘This Month in Renton’!

Starting this month we will say goodbye to the city’s weekly e-newsletter, ‘This Week in Renton,’ and introduce blogs and a monthly e-newsletter ‘This Month in Renton'.

Rekindling friendship and forging new paths in Nishiwaki, Japan

Blog post by Mayor Armondo Pavone describing the city's October delegation to Renton's Sister City of Nishiwaki, Japan. This visit marked a meaningful re-establishment of the city-to-city relationship and opened exciting new doors—particularly focused around a culinary exchange.

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