Welcome

We want to hear from you!  Participate in the online questionnaire  about the new Redmond Senior and Community Center. The online questionnaire will be live from February 15 to March 10, 2021. Virtual public meetings will be held on February 24. RSVP for the  senior-only meeting from 1 to 3 p.m.  or the  all-ages meeting from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Senior-only virtual public meeting #1

Wednesday, February 24, 1 – 3 p.m.

• Meeting Recording - Passcode: 7%EZ@z+j 
• Agenda
• Presentation

Virtual public meeting #1

Wednesday, February 24, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

• Meeting Recording - Passcode: ^2#+UOY9
• Agenda
• Presentation

Senior-only virtual public meeting #2

Wednesday, March 24, 1 – 3 p.m.
RSVP 2021-03-24 13:00:00 2021-03-24 15:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Redmond Senior and Community Center Senior-only virtual public meeting #2 Virtual (zoom) City of Redmond comment@redmondcommunitycenter.org

Virtual public meeting #2

Wednesday, March 24, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
RSVP 2021-03-24 18:30:00 2021-03-24 20:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Redmond Senior and Community Center Virtual public meeting #2 Virtual (zoom) City of Redmond comment@redmondcommunitycenter.org

1. When will construction begin on the new Redmond Senior & Community Center and when will the building open?

   Construction is scheduled to begin in early 2022, with plans to open the doors to the community in late 2023.

2. Are we building a new Senior Center or something more?

   Community outreach between 2017-2020 and two Redmond Stakeholder Group reports have recommended to the City Council that the new building accommodate dedicated senior-only spaces and be large enough to accommodate other community recreation needs, future growth, flexible indoor and outdoor spaces, and community rentals.

   The initial designs will propose up to 40,000 square feet of space, which is approximately twice as large as the former Senior Center.

3. What are the major milestones coming up?

   In early 2021, the City of Redmond will engage with the public, senior community, stakeholder group and advisory committees to ask for feedback on the latest design and what amenities to include in the Redmond Senior and Community Center. This includes holding virtual public meetings in February and March, as well as frequent meetings with stakeholder group and committee members. Based on the feedback received and the project team’s technical analyses, the project team will continue to refine the design and prioritized amenities. In mid-2021, City staff will return to the Redmond City Council with schematic designs and cost estimates.

4. How will the community be involved during the design phase?

   The architects, program planners, and landscape designers are eager to hear from the Redmond community through a series of public meetings and direct input to comment@redmondcommunitycenter.org. Senior input will be considered at every step in the design process. The design team will listen to what your unmet needs are today and what they may be in the future, your suggestions for community partnerships, and your ideas for how to plan programs and shared spaces for different types of recreation uses as well as users of all ages.

5. When will the final design be shared with the community?

   The final design will be presented to City Council and shared with the community by July 2021.

6. What are some trends in integrated Senior & Community Centers?

   • Community centers as integrated, mixed-ages spaces with designed senior-only programs and areas
   • Community centers that blend active use spaces (fitness, sports, etc.) with more passive use spaces (cultural arts, community meeting space, etc.)
   • Community centers as trusted public gathering spaces, with options to generate revenue through a diverse array of rooms and spaces
   • Community centers as extra support during weather emergencies or natural disasters
   • Community centers as wellness hubs; offering interconnected programs for social/emotional/physical health
   • Community centers that support multi-modal transportation and parking access (e.g., car, bike, walking, scooting, vans)
   • Community centers that are welcoming and inclusive of diverse cultures
   • Community centers leading the way in sustainable design and operations
   • Landscaping plans that acknowledge climate change and rethink how tree canopies and landscaping address climate change impacts

7. What’s the status on involving community partners in the financing or programs offered at the new Senior & Community Center?

   Partners that can make financial contributions are highly valued, as are partners who can offer a program that fills an unmet need in Redmond. Community partners were able to submit letters of interest by the end of December 2020. Parks & Recreation staff will review the submittals and determine if there are any realistic opportunities for partnerships that will enhance the project for the community. If warranted, additional conversations will be held with any potential partners to further define their involvement in the project.

8. How can the public be involved?

   Members of the public can participate in the first online meeting on February 24, 2021. An email inbox is open for public comment 24/7 at comment@redmondcommunitycenter.org. The public can also follow the work of the Stakeholder Group by viewing their meeting agendas and other meeting materials.