Focus on Redmond - Spring 2020

Focus on Redmond - Spring 2020

A MESSAGE FROM Mayor Angela Birney

I am honored to have the opportunity to serve as Redmond’s Mayor. It is a

Over the next four years, the City will be delivering on projects and services related to my vision that will enhance our residents’ quality of life, improve upon what we have built together, and ensure that Redmond remains a city where all are welcome, and all thrive! • Long-range environmental plan • Increased affordable housing choices • Mobility enhancements • A new or renovated community center • Investment and maintenance in utility infrastructure • 2050 Comprehensive Plan

• Investments in efficient business systems, processes, and services • Accessible community involvement and volunteer opportunities • Transparent, timely, and accessible communication and community involvement efforts This is our story, our Redmond. Share your story at LetsConnectRedmond.com/ Stories or communications@ redmond.gov.

Mayor Angela Birney

responsibility that comes with many rewards and challenges. I’d like to share my vision with you and my commitment to keeping you informed. My vision for Redmond is a connected community, that enhances livability and sustains the environment, and that places Redmond as a leader locally, regionally, and nationally.

With sincere appreciation,

Mayor Angela Birney [email protected]

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Get to know your new Council members

The Redmond City Council is excited to welcome three new members behind the dais: Jessica Forsythe, Vanessa Kritzer, and Varisha Khan. This month, we’ll share their background.

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[email protected] Background: Born in Dallas,

[email protected] Background: Jessica Forsythe is an award-winning Creative Director and owner of a small graphic design studio. Originally from Northeast Ohio, Jessica graduated from Kent State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communication Design with a concentration in Environmental Design. She has worked in environmental design, architecture, branding, and was the Art Director for the Seattle Symphony. 3 words that describe you: Honest, compassionate, dedicated Committees and roles: Parks and Human Services (Presiding Officer), Eastrail Regional Advisory Council, Eastside Human Services Forum (EHSF)

[email protected] Background: Vanessa grew up in the Bridle Trails neighborhood and now is raising her family in Downtown Redmond. Before joining the Council, Vanessa served on the City of Redmond’s Planning Commission. Vanessa holds MBA and MPA degrees from the University of Washington’s Foster School of Business and Evans School of Public Policy and Governance. She currently works at Microsoft. 3 words that describe you: Collaborative, >Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16

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