TO: Members of the City Council
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
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Parks |
Loreen Hamilton |
425-556-2336 |
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
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Parks |
Erica Chua |
Recreation Manager |
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Parks |
Jennifer Newton |
Deputy Director |
TITLE:
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Acceptance of Extension of the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) Grant for 2027, in the Amount of $99,225
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
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The City of Redmond has been awarded the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services (VSHSL) grant extension in the amount of $99,225 from King County. This grant will fund the Senior Lunch Program at The Redmond Senior & Community Center from 1/1/2027 until 12/31/2027. The previous grant award for this program will end on 12/31/2026.
Approval of this item authorizes the Mayor or designee to execute the $99,225 VSHSL grant agreement extension with King County.
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☒ Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
☐ Receive Information ☐ Provide Direction ☒ Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
• Relevant Plans/Policies:
Redmond 2050; PARCC Plan
• Required:
Council approval is required for grant acceptance exceeding $50,000.
• Council Request:
N/A
• Other Key Facts:
N/A
OUTCOMES:
The City of Redmond supports its older adult population by providing the senior lunch program at the Redmond Senior & Community Center three days a week, year-round. The Senior Lunch Program serves approximately 200 weekly meals to older adults, aged 50+ ensuring access to nutritious meals while fostering meaningful social interaction and community connection. Lunch days serve as a vital point of engagement for many participants, helping to reduce senior isolation and often acting as a gateway to other programs and services offered at the center.
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
• Timeline (previous or planned):
The previous grant award was a 2-year grant that ends on 12/31/2026. This extension provides funding for fiscal year 2027.
• Outreach Methods and Results:
N/A
• Feedback Summary:
N/A
BUDGET IMPACT:
Total Cost:
$99,225
Approved in current biennial budget: ☐ Yes ☒ No ☐ N/A
Budget Offer Number:
0000401- Community Recreation
Budget Priority:
Healthy and Sustainable
Other budget impacts or additional costs: ☐ Yes ☒ No ☐ N/A
If yes, explain:
N/A
Funding source(s):
Grant
Budget/Funding Constraints:
Grant funding must be spent on senior services, serving participants over 50 years old.
☐ Additional budget details attached
COUNCIL REVIEW:
Previous Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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2/25/2026 |
Committee of the Whole - Parks and Environmental Sustainability |
Approve |
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3/4/2025 |
Business Meeting |
Approve |
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9/22/2026 |
Committee of the Whole - Parks and Environmental Sustainability |
N/A |
Proposed Upcoming Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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N/A |
None proposed at this time |
N/A |
Time Constraints:
Current contract between the City of Redmond and King County expires on 12/31/2026.
ANTICIPATED RESULT IF NOT APPROVED:
RSCC will have to seek other funding sources to provide the senior lunch program. A grant opportunity through WSDA was applied for in May 2026 and not selected for an award.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: Grant Contract Extension