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 |
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
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Parks |
Laurel Williams |
Events Program Coordinator |
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Parks |
Lindsey Tusing |
Marketing and Events Supervisor |
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Parks |
Brittany Pratt |
Recreation Business Manager |
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Parks |
Mack Leonard |
Events and Marketing Coordinator |
TITLE:
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Redmond Lights 2026 Program Plan
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
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Redmond Lights is an annual winter celebration of art and light. It features holiday lights and public art installations at Downtown Park and Esterra Park from Saturday, Dec. 5 to Monday, Jan. 4. There will be a kick-off event at Downtown Park on the first night that will include eco-friendly snowfall, live performances, a luminary trail to Redmond Town Center, and other free activities.
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☒ Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
☒ Receive Information ☐ Provide Direction ☐ Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
• Relevant Plans/Policies:
PARCC Plan
• Required:
N/A
• Council Request:
N/A
• Other Key Facts:
N/A
OUTCOMES:
Each December, residents and visitors look forward to coming together to enjoy this vibrant, free, community event. The City of Redmond and partnering organizations will build lasting connections that continue beyond the event.
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
• Timeline (previous or planned):
o Aug. 2026 to Nov. 2026 - Outreach to local businesses and community organizations
o Nov. 2026 to Dec. 2026 - Outreach to perspective attendees
• Outreach Methods and Results:
o In-person outreach to nearby businesses, organizations, and apartments
§ Partnership with Downtown businesses for signature menu items
o Print communications
§ Banners
§ Posters
§ Utility bill inserts
§ Postcards
o Digital communications
§ Social media campaigns
§ Email newsletters
§ News release
§ Kick-off video
§ Dedicated website
• Feedback Summary:
o As of Oct. 13, outreach efforts have prompted 31 applications to host an activity booth and 6 committed sponsors.
BUDGET IMPACT:
Total Cost:
$135,000 not including public art installations
Approved in current biennial budget: ☒ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
Budget Offer Number:
000249 - Arts & Community Events
Budget Priority:
Vibrant & Connected
Other budget impacts or additional costs: ☐ Yes ☐ No ☒ N/A
If yes, explain:
N/A
Funding source(s):
• Community Events Fund (013) - staffing costs not included in $135k Total Cost
• Sponsorships - $60,000
• LTAC Grant - $50,000
• Event fees - $25,000
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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N/A |
Item has not been presented to Council |
Receive Information |
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:
N/A
ANTICIPATED RESULT IF NOT APPROVED:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: Redmond Lights 2026 Preview