Today in Renton 2/23

Renton, WA – The City of Renton shared several updates across departments today, including recognition for infrastructure work and community achievements.

The City announced on social media that it has received the 2026 Gold Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) for the Monroe Avenue NE Stormwater Project in the Innovation/Uniqueness category. Stormwater projects play a key role in flood prevention, water quality protection, and long-term environmental resilience.

Renton Parks and Recreation also highlighted local accomplishments, congratulating the Renton Wolves and Renton Roughnecks for qualifying for the Special Olympics State Winter Games in Wenatchee. The department additionally noted that the Renton Urban Forestry Team has reached 18 consecutive years of Tree City USA recognition, a designation that reflects sustained investment in urban canopy management.

In his latest “Mayor in a Minute” video update, Mayor Armondo Pavone highlighted the reopening of Maplewood Park, which now features a new playground, updated fitness equipment, and accessible pathways. Other updates included ongoing preparation for the World Cup — including work connected to Legacy Square and planned summer events — as well as the groundbreaking for the Renton Transit Center.

Tonight’s Events

7 p.m., the Renton City Council will issue a Lunar New Year Proclamation in the Council Chambers at City Hall.
7:30 p.m., Renton Civic Theatre presents She Loves Me, with a $10 or pay-what-you-will special available this evening.

Upcoming Civic Engagements

2:45p.m.-4:45p.m., meetings of the following committees: Community Services, Finance, Planning & Development
5p.m.–5:45p.m., Committee of the Whole
7p.m., City Council Meeting

Library Events

Storytimes

10:30am–11am, Skyway Library, Family Story Time
12:30pm–1pm, Tukwila Library, Cuentos en Español / Spanish Story Time
5pm–5:30pm, Online, 한국어 스토리타임 / Korean Story Time

Language Learning

1pm–2:30pm, Fairwood Library, Talk Time: English Conversation Practice
3pm–4pm, Renton Highlands Library, English Language Learners (ELL) Class
4pm–5pm, Tukwila Library, English Language Learners (ELL) Class
4pm–5pm, Online, Reading Buddies Online (Study Zone, Grades K–12)
4pm–5pm, Online, Kids & Teens Talk Time (Study Zone, Grades K–12)

Other

10:15am–11am, Maple Valley Library, Preschool Building Party
10:15am–11:15am, Fairwood Library, “Music, Movement, & More!”
12:30pm–2:30pm, Skyway Library, The Friendship Club (games and activity program for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities)
1pm–2:30pm, Renton Library, Tech Help Mondays