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, is launching 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 and the Stakeholder Group and Focus Group engagement timeline.
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☒ Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
☒ Receive Information ☐ Provide Direction ☐ Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
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)
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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 (location TBD). 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 are open to the public – information has been shared with the public through targeted emails, social media, eNews, online updates, flyers, etc.
Takeaways from the community engagement process will be summarized in the final report.
BUDGET IMPACT:
Total Cost:
$115,00
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 |
Proposed Upcoming Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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10/28/2025 |
Committee of the Whole - Parks and Environmental Sustainability |
Receive Information |
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