City Council Meeting - September 28, 2026

The City Council meeting of Renton on September 28, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved multiple finance committee reports, including payroll and accounts payable payments totaling over $12 million, and authorized contract amendments and new agreements. Notably, they authorized a $1,614,983.73 renewal of the Microsoft M365 Enterprise Agreement with Insight Public Sector, and a $1 million agreement with Homestead Community Land Trust for the Willowcrest Phase Two housing project using state funds. The council also approved an amendment for additional hardware purchases from Exxon, a $254,487 budget adjustment for the Renton Valley Subarea Plan with SCJ Alliance, and a $22.8 million funding and conveyance for the Northeast Forty-Fourth Street Park and Ride project. Additionally, they approved the purchase of a cab mower for $47,933.80 through a cooperative contract. Several ordinances related to utility rates, eminent domain for property acquisition, and affordable housing fee waivers were passed. Public comments included concerns about the city’s contract with Flock Safety for surveillance technology, with multiple speakers urging cancellation due to privacy and data security issues. The meeting also featured proclamations and community updates but focused heavily on budget approvals, contract renewals, and capital improvement projects.