The City of Renton held its first-ever Workforce Development Month celebration on Monday with a reception and a proclamation during the city council meeting.
The proclamation was accepted by Executive Director of the Office of Innovation and Strategic Partnership, Wade Parrott III, on behalf of Renton Technical College.
Workforce Development Month, celebrated nationally, raises awareness about the importance of the workforce industry to a modern and growing economy. This month, we’re honoring the people, programs, and partnerships driving opportunity and economic mobility in Renton.
Here are just some of the organizations in Renton making investments to Renton’s workforce:
- Renton Technical College (RTC): RTC provides short- and long-term career programs, apprenticeships, transfer options, and degrees in many areas.
- Renton School District (RSD): RSD’s Career and Technical Education program works with the city and local partners to help students explore careers and build transferable skills.
- Local Businesses: Large corporations like Boeing and Walker’s Renton Subaru have employed student interns. Smaller businesses play their part too, committing to job shadow programs and hands on training.
To further support Renton’s workforce development, RTC and RSD have partnered to form the Renton Promise. Since 2023, this program has provided graduates of Renton’s four public high schools with full RTC tuition and fees for up to two years. This support has been available to all students, regardless of GPA, income, ability, or country of birth.
Thank you to all of our community partners who continue to strengthen Renton's growing workforce.
See the full proclamation at rentonwa.gov/proclamations.
Celebrating our Information Technology division
The proclamation was accepted by IT Director Young Yoon who acknowledged the team of 24 IT professionals.
“[Our team] ensures reliability and secure access to data, brings efficiency through technology, and works with every department to improve operations and enhance the customer experience,” Yoon said.
Whether helping configure software, hardware, networks and more, we thank the IT Division, for their dedication and hard work!
Join a Board, Committee, or Commission
Renton has several active boards, commissions, and committees that support the mayor, councilmembers, and city staff in making decisions in specialized areas of interest.
Currently, there are several openings and residents are invited to review the requirements and apply.
- Human Services Advisory Committee (HSAC): One vacancy
- Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC): One vacancy
- Renton Airport Advisory Committee (RAAC): Multiple vacancies
- Renton Municipal Arts Commission (RMAC): Several vacancies, including one youth vacancy Senior Advisory Board: One vacancy
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until filled.
To apply, submit the online form at rentonwa.gov/apply, or print out the application and return by mail to:
Mayor's Office
Renton City Hall 7th Floor
1055 S. Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
Discover resources at the Senior 50+ Resource Fair
Whether for you or your loved ones, the Senior 50+ Resource Fair has vendors, presentations, and connections that will support an active and empowered life for seniors. Join us Friday, September 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center (211 Burnett Ave N).
This free event will include:
- Engaging presentations on a variety of aging topics
- More than 35 vendor displays
- Flu shots (please bring insurance card)
- On-site blood pressure and glucose monitoring
- Coffee with a Cop in the Coffee Bar @ 10 a.m.
- Free transportation for Renton residents – call Hyde Shuttle, 206-727-6262
This event is hosted by Renton Parks and Recreation with support from Renton Regional Fire Authority and the Renton Police Department.
The Renton Farmers Market has MOVED! Find the market at its new temporary location on Williams Avenue South between South Second Street and South Third Street. The market is open every Tuesday until September 30 from 3 – 7 p.m. rentonfarmersmarket.com
Renton City Council meets every Monday (excluding fifth Mondays and holidays) at 7 p.m. at Renton City Hall’s seventh floor council chambers. Find the agenda and sign up to speak at rentonwa.gov/council.
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is open for registration. Learn the basic knowledge and skills to take action during an emergency at rentonwa.gov/CERT.
September 23 – Pop Up with a Cop at Renton Farmers Market, 3 – 7 p.m. Williams Avenue South and South Third Street. Hosted by the Renton Police Department and Renton Farmers Market. Free.
September 23 – RAVE Foundation Soccer Clinic, 4 – 6 p.m. Highlands Neighborhood Center, 800 Edmonds Ave. NE. Hosted by the RAVE Foundation and Renton Parks & Recreation. Free. Register here. Ages 7 – 13.
September 24 - Neighborhood BBQ - Cascade Neighborhood, 3 - 6 p.m. Cascade Park, 16165 126th Ave. SE. Hosted by Renton Parks & Recreation. Free. Register here.
September 25 – Is Your Business Game Day Ready? 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Hyatt Regency Lake Washington, 1053 Lake Washington Blvd N. Hosted by Startup425 and the Community & Economic Development Department. Free. Register here.
September 26 - Senior 50+ Resource Fair, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center, 211 Burnett Ave. N. Hosted by Renton Parks & Recreation. Free. Register here.
September 26 - Coffee with a Cop at the Senior 50+ Resource Fair, 10 - 11 a.m. Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center, 211 Burnett Ave. N. Hosted by Renton Parks & Recreation in partnership with Renton Police Department. Free.
September 27- Halloween Costume Swap, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Highlands Neighborhood Center, 800 Edmonds Ave. NE. Hosted by the Renton Municipal Arts Commission and the Public Works Department. Free. Please donate clean, good-condition costumes (all sizes) to the Highlands Neighborhood Center, Renton Community Center, and Renton City Hall between September 14-26.
September 30 – Renton Farmers Market Closing Day, 3 – 7 p.m. Williams Avenue South between South Second Street and South Third Street. Hosted by Renton Parks & Recreation. Free.
October 2 – Community Emergency Response Team, 6 – 9 p.m. Renton Regional Fire Authority Station #14, 900 Lind Ave. SW. Hosted by Renton Regional Fire Authority and the Executive Services Department. Free. Seven-week commitment. Register here.
October 7 – Scout Night, 6 – 8 p.m. Renton Fire Station #14, 1900 Lind Ave. SW. Hosted by Renton Regional Fire Authority and Renton Police Department. Free. Register here.
October 8 – City of Renton Emergency Management 2025 World Cup Exercise Volunteer Acting, various times. Various locations. Hosted by the Executive Services Department. Free. Register here.