Committee of the Whole - July 20, 2026

The City of Renton's Committee of the Whole meeting on July 20, 2026, focused on an update from the Renton Police Department regarding efforts to address gun violence in the community. The presentation detailed crime trends, firearm seizures, and the work of a specialized unit targeting violent offenders, including statistics on guns removed from the streets and challenges related to prosecuting possession of unregistered "ghost guns." The discussion also highlighted community partnerships with violence intervention groups and school resource officers to prevent youth involvement in gangs and gun crimes. While the meeting did not include direct procurement or contracting decisions, it emphasized ongoing collaboration and resource allocation within the police department to combat gun violence, as well as the introduction of a new public crime statistics dashboard to enhance transparency and community awareness.