TO: Committee of the Whole - Parks and Environmental Sustainability
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
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Parks |
Loreen Hamilton |
425-556-2336 |
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Public Works |
Aaron Bert |
425-556-2786 |
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
TITLE:
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Teen Center Project Update
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
recommendation
In November 2025, staff were directed by City Council to proceed with the demolition of the Old Fire House Teen Center and prioritize an expedient rebuild in the same location. Staff will be sharing an update on the process to vacate and demolish the facility, the celebration on April 4th, 2026, and the path forward for the rebuilding of the teen center.
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☐ Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
☒ Receive Information ☐ Provide Direction ☐ Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
• Relevant Plans/Policies:
Parks, Arts, Recreation, Culture, and Conservation Plan (PARCC)
Teen Services Engagement Report (2025)
Community Priorities for the Future of Redmond’s Community Centers (2017)
• Required:
N/A
• Council Request:
N/A
• Other Key Facts:
N/A
OUTCOMES:
City Council will be briefed with information about the demolition, celebration and path forward for the teen center.
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
• Timeline (previous or planned):
N/A
• Outreach Methods and Results:
N/A
• Feedback Summary:
N/A
BUDGET IMPACT:
Total Cost:
N/A
Approved in current biennial budget: ☐ Yes ☐ No ☒ N/A
Budget Offer Number:
100.50100.00410.57121.9023-100-85
Budget Priority:
Vibrant and Connected
Other budget impacts or additional costs: ☐ Yes ☐ No ☒ N/A
If yes, explain:
N/A
Funding source(s):
N/A
Budget/Funding Constraints:
N/A
☐ Additional budget details attached
COUNCIL REVIEW:
Previous Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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7/22/2025 |
Study Session |
Provide Direction |
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9/23/2025 |
Committee of the Whole - Parks and Environmental Sustainability |
Receive Information |
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10/28/2025 |
Committee of the Whole - Parks and Environmental Sustainability |
Receive Information |
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11/12/2025 |
Study Session |
Provide Direction |
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11/18/2025 |
Business Meeting |
Approve |
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:
Staff continue to prioritize the rebuilding of the teen center. Legally required processes such as purchasing guidelines and bid requirements, as well as community engagement, will drive the timeline.
ANTICIPATED RESULT IF NOT APPROVED:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: OFH Celebration Overview