TO: Committee of the Whole - Parks and Environmental Sustainability
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
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Parks |
Loreen Hamilton |
425-979-8280 |
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
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Parks |
Lindsey Falkenburg |
Parks Planning Manager |
TITLE:
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Old Fire House Facility Recommendation Process Update
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
recommendation
The Parks and Recreation Department, with support from Stepherson & Associates, has launched a community engagement process to shape a recommendation for City Council regarding the future of the Old Fire House facility. This process brings together a diverse Stakeholder Group to develop a recommendation, informed by feedback gathered through public Focus Groups. Staff will present an update on the overall process.
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☒ Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
☒ Receive Information ☐ Provide Direction ☐ Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
• Relevant Plans/Policies:
The 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:
To keep Council apprised of the Old Fire House Facility Recommendation community engagement process.
OUTCOMES:
At the conclusion of this community engagement process, Council will receive a recommendation from the Stakeholder Group to help guide the decision on the future of the Old Fire House. The Stakeholder Group will evaluate options and recommend either a renovation of the existing facility or a rebuild. The final report will summarize the rationale for the recommendation, highlight key community priorities, and provide Council with insight into the benefits, challenges, and trade-offs of each option to support an informed decision.
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
• Timeline (previous or planned):
• Stakeholder Group Meeting 1: September 10, 2025
• Stakeholder Group Meeting 2: September 17, 2025
• Focus Group Meeting 1: September 22, 2025
• Focus Group Meeting 2: September 24, 2025
• Stakeholder Group Meeting 3: October 1, 2025
• Stakeholder Group Meeting 4: October 8, 2025
• Stakeholder Group Meeting 4: October 22, 2025
• Stakeholder Group Meeting 6: October 29, 2025
• Outreach Methods and Results:
The Stakeholder Group was formed through a collaborative process with input from City Staff and the City Council Teen Center Subcommittee and ultimately approved by City Leadership.
The Focus Groups were open to the public - information was shared with the public through targeted emails, social media, eNews, online updates, flyers, etc.
• Feedback Summary:
Takeaways from the community engagement process will be summarized in the final report.
BUDGET IMPACT:
Total Cost:
$115,000
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):
One-time general fund 2025-2026 budget
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 |
Proposed Upcoming Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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11/12/2025 |
Study Session |
Receive Information |
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11/18/2025 |
Business Meeting |
Approve |
Time Constraints:
Current facility conditions - including the roof - will necessitate facility investments in the next 6 months. A proactive decision is necessary to invest where appropriate and should be made by the end of 2025 if possible.
ANTICIPATED RESULT IF NOT APPROVED:
The facility will continue to deteriorate, and investment will need to be made in a reactive manner.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A - Old Fire House Facility Recommendation Process
Attachment B - Stakeholder, Focus Group, and Community Engagement and Outreach