The city identifies four locations for Group Health's Overlake clear-cut tree mitigation, City concedes additional densities to landowner

Current Group Health site - parking lot
 and treed canopy

UPDATED:  The entire 28-acre "Group Health Overlake Center" site is approved for complete clear-cutting (in phases) once development gets underway.  City council agreed 6-1 to an Exception of the long-standing ordinance that requires 35% retention of all trees in land use projects.    Over 1,100 of the original significant trees and larger landmark trees will be removed.

Bill Biggs, the proponent for landowner Group Health, presented a sealed offer during the December 13 meeting to assuage council and the large crowd speaking against 100% tree removal.  Council held off on their decision  to review Mr. Biggs offer.  (Mr. Biggs is also President of the Redmond Economic Development Alliance).

Mr. Bigg's offer was solely about the park.  It was reviewed by city staff and accepted by council on January 3, as this ammendment:

"The City shall design and install additional park improvements consistent with its neighborhood park standards RZC 21...."  In the process of designing the Park, the City shall consider retention of existing significant and landmark trees where feasible and consistent with good park design and public safety.  The Owner and members of the community shall be consulted and given opportunity to comment on proposed park features, design and materials. 

The City shall seek opportunities for preservation of trees in connection with the design of the Park"    

Associate city planner Dennis Lisk wrote:  "I looked into the number of significant and landmark trees located within the area of the future park and found approximately 12 significant trees, none of which are landmark trees."  Mr. Lisk said there was no guarantee these park trees would be retained, or any others.

Four-hundred trees are slated for planting on the site.  Their size is undefined, as to sapling or 12 foot standard trees.  Rain gardens, planted courtyards, pervious roads, and other LID features are planned.

To compensate for the tree removal, Group Health will plant 3,345 trees and 31,220 shrubs off site in parks and near creeks "to approximate the environmental benefits" of the Group Health forest canopy.  Once Group Health sells it's first parcel for development, ~250 trees will be planted in each of the following 2-acre sites:

• Juel Park (east)  [city contact:  Betty Sanders, bbsanders@redmond.gov]
• Perrigo Park (west)  [city contact:  Betty Sanders]
• Millennium Office Park/Swedish easement adjacent Bear Creek. [city contact: Dennis Lisk, ddlisk@redmond.gov]
• Viewpoint Open Space (after blackberries are cleared).  city contact:  [Betty Sanders]

Group Health will have another 2,300 trees and thousands of shrubs to plant at presently, unidentified locations. 

Of note, according to Lisk, "60% of the parking is underground and expensive and, as a concession to Group Health for this expense additional densities were permitted by the City."  i.e. building height and number of buildings.  Another, unnamed city official said density concessions were given in the earlier planning stages to retain the trees.

Comments are welcome. 

Reported by Bob Yoder
Photo by Yoder

Mayor Emeritus Rosemarie Ives objects to clear-cutting 28-acre urban Group Health site

This Group Health structure in Redmond's Overlake Center will be replaced mostly by a park and nearby 13-story hotel.
  "The City is required to seek opportunities to preserve landmark and significant trees in connection with the design
of the park."  The approved plan identifies "approximately 12 significant trees and no landmarks" in the area of the
future park.  There is no guarantee they will be saved.  - D. Lisk, Assoc. Planner, Redmond.

The following, was presented to city officials by Redmond's Mayor Emeritus Rosemarie Ives, on January 3, 2012 during "Items from the Audience"

Good evening Mayor and Redmond City Councilmembers. My name is Rosemarie Ives. I am here tonight as a resident to ask for reconsideration of the council’s decision on December 13th regarding the Group Health Master Plan and Development Agreement.

As the former mayor, I know that this forested property matters to the people of Redmond and those of us who are here tonight object to the clear-cutting of this iconic site. I believe that the criteria for exception to the tree preservation/retention regulations have been misapplied and not justified.  Read More >>

Satire on Redmond issue, video clip

"Portlandia on IFC" by Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein.

Portlandia TV series begins Friday, January 6, 8PM Pacific.

Pretty funny! Can you identify three Redmond cultural issues in this clip?

Posted By Yoder

UPDATED: Abandoned, rural city parks give sun, soil, and greenspace to "grow local"

SAMMAMISH VALLEY PARK, 32 acres
Open Space and Natural areas
near 60 Acres

UPDATED OPINION:  It looks like it won't be too long before the City approves "backyard chickens" and their coops for single family homes. We should know by this Tuesday, December 6. 

All you need, is your coop 'n run setback 5-15 feet from your neighbor, registration with the city, and a standard-sized lot with 1-6 housing units/acre.  "Sustainable Redmond," and the county will educate you on raising 'em.  Of course, it would be neighborly to notify the folks next door of your new addition and perhaps, hand over an egg or two.

Backyard chickens, like pea patches and community gardens, are about "sustainability."  Many are growing
our veggies "close to home" and with backyard chickens we can now "grow our own local protein" for a more balanced meal!  It's the cool thing to do and "Green," too.  Boo yah!

"Sustainable" pea patches have sprung up by veggie growers suffering from  inadequate sun to grow veggies on their property.  Juel Park and Marymoor Park have patches you can rent for cheap. 

ARTHUR JOHNSON PARK, 15 acres
Natural areas and Open space
South of Union Rd./ West of 196th AV, NE






Opinion By BobYoder
Juel photo by Yoder
Johnson and Sammamish photos courtesy
of City of Redmond website.

Arthur Johnson Park & Sammamish
Valley Park are undeveloped and offer potential for patches.

Backyard egg-layers have their own needs -  to run and peck. It's probably only a matter of time before apartment dwellers, certain HOA members, and neighbors governed by covenants, will ask for space to raise their hens. In addition, 5-15 foot setbacks may not pencil out. A neighbor may just say "No".

Community chicken coops would be a solution for
inadequate 'pecking space,' just as
today's community patches substitute for lack of sun and good soil at home. Juel Park, Sammamish Valley Park, and Arthur Johnson Park could offer needed public 'greenspace' for raising community poultry.

 These parks were once rural, abandoned farms.  A pig shed still sits in Juel Park near the sunflower field.  Councilmember Hank Myers said last night, that active parklands are needed in south Redmond.  Renting coops and pea patches would be a source of revenue.

JUEL PARK, 38.3 acres
This sunflower garden is fallow; potential for Community Coop
Community Garden  in foreground
Open Space, Community Garden, Trail, Frisbee Golf
NE 116th and Avondale

http://redmondcity.blogspot.com/2011/11/redmond-city-council-agree-on-chicken.html?showComment=1321399192796



City Council to take action on "Backyard Chickens" Dec. 6, Public invited to attend or speak.

"backyard chicken coop and run"

On this Tuesday evening, December 6, 7:30PM, at City Hall, the Redmond City Council will vote on the 2010-2011 update to the Comprehensive Plan and associated amendments to small animal husbandry (chicken) codes. 

TO TAKE ACTION:
YOU HAVE A 4-MINUTE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK TO THE CITY COUNCIL ABOUT ANY ISSUE YOU CHOOSE, including Animal Husbandry and chickens.  SIGN-IN AT THE FRONT DOOR.
 
Speak at the city council meeting or sit-in on December 6th, Tuesday evening, 7:30pm. City Hall  (next to the library)  Read More >>

Redmond City Council approves backyard chicken code

 Council approves Animal Husbandry (backyard chicken) code 6-2 (Carson and Cole voting NO).  A noted requirement is convenents will be honored and supercede the animal husbandry code.

Redmond City Council held a final study session November 7 on "Small Animal Husbandry" - commonly known as "Backyard chickens."  Their normal Tuesday meeting was cancelled for the Election.  Council plans to adopt  "Backyard chicken policy and code" on December 6, without any further study sessions.

After thorough discussion, Council consented to Chicken regulations.  The ordinance is expected to include the following code: 

• Mandatory registration.  (Permits, subject to land use requirements, are not required.
• Maximum allowable chickens decided by Residential zoning only.  Lot size is irrelevant.
• One Acre (R-1) and 1/2 acre (R-2) lots are allowed a maximum of 10 chickens (hens only).
• R-4 fand R-5 lots are the most common SFH lots in Redmond.  (4-5 lots/acre).  R-4 lots allowed a  maximum of 4 hens, R-5 allowed a maximum of 3 hens.  R-6 maximum 3 hen
• In R-8 lots chickens won't be allowed.
• Setbacks:  15' setbacks for adjacent property required with exceptions.
• Slaughter:  May slaughter 1 chicken per day on site.  More than 1 chicken must be slaughtered off-property in a slaughterhouse, farm, non-residential area. 
• Predators:  sturdy coop required
• City Small Animal Husbandry Code will not supersede Homeowners Associations (HOA). 
• No roosters

Councilmember Kim Allen was the proponent.  She ran the meeting and drove consensus.  Councilmember Hank Margeson had experience in Tacoma with backyard hens in his yourth and was considered a council 'expert.'  Hank suggested "no more than a handful of chickens," except for 1/2 acre lots.  He said "chickens should only supplement food, not feed a family of four year-round."  Councilman Myers suggested keeping the rules simple saying too many regulations will keep people from participating.  Councilmember Carson said his wife (who's a real estate agent) would immediately get chickens if she knew the ordinance was adapted.  Carson owns a 9,000 SF lot and  two dogs and two cats.  Margeson owns a horse and raised 3 hens as a kid living in Tacoma.  Mayor Marchione was present and quiet throughout the discussion.

Cole, Stilin, and Vache were openly concerned about chicken owners who mistreat or mis-manage their poultry.  Code enforcement was their big issue.  Apparently, the history of chicken neglect and nuisance in other cities is very low.  Cole ended the discussion stating he won't endorse backyard chickens on the basis of:  smell, noise, real estate, disease, predators, potential for harm to the animals.  His property is governed by HOA rules. 

Councilmember Hank Margeson refered to Sustainable Redmond for their help in getting the word out and educating Redmond citizenry. 

Reported By Bob Yoder

King County helps you opt out of nuisance phone book deliveries

"From the Redmond City Council Desk of Hank Margeson..."

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I opted out of three phone books today and got this report of what we saved! -- B.Y. 

Have you noticed them?  Tripped-up on them?  Avoided them?  Pack-rat'ed them?  Yes, them phone books are BACK!   Thank you Councilman Hank Margeson for telling us at last night's council meeting  how we can OPT OUT!   

Say ‘No!’ to junk mail with new King County EcoConsumer online service

Project with non-profit Catalog Choice makes unwanted mail opt-outs easier
King County residents can now make unwanted mail go away with just a few clicks on their computer.

“You have the ability to opt out of junk mail now to stop the flurry of holiday catalogs you don’t want,” said King County Executive Dow Constantine. “Recycling is great, but reducing waste at the source is even better.”  Read More >>

"Grasscrete" road supports a fire truck, environmentally friendly, By John Reinke

 This is an environmentally friendly road that filters stormwater and recharges the groundwater / John Reinke

This is an example of "grasscrete," an alternative to a paved fire lane.   It's structurally sound to support the weight of a fire engine.  The City is trying to encourage alternatives to hard surface fire lanes.  If the site is flat, the Fire Department will allow use of this type of product, which is much more environmentally friendly."  

  --Cathy Beam, AICP, Principal Environmental Planner

I think this sidewalk was probably installed when the bridge was built that connected both sides of NE 90th Street, about 15 years ago - but I really don't know. It's just to the west of the big QFC, and just to the north of the Senior Center adjacent to a large rental property.

--John Reinke, Education Hill

Rain water tour at Redmond's Grasslawn Park addresses polluted stormwater run-off, impacts and solutions

City of Redmond Grasslawn Park Clubhouse

rainwater run-off feeds into the garden

from the desk of Maddie Foutch, intern with People For Puget Sound ...

UPDATED:  "As part of my summer internship with "People For Puget Sound" I am putting together a Rain Water tour. Co-hosted by People For Puget Sound, Sustainable Redmond, and Redmond Public Works, the tour will be addressing the issue of polluted runoff and what the City of Redmond is currently doing about it.

Maddie's Rain Water Tour @ Graslawn Park

features rainwater expert guides

Monday, August 15, 6:30 - 8 p.m.

7013 - 148th Ave. NE

Meet at the Grasslawn Clubhouse on the NE corner of the park.

 The tour begins at the northeast corner of Grasslawn Park with an introduction to polluted runoff and the impacts it has on us as everyday citizens. We will then proceed through the park stopping to examine the many solutions the City of Redmond is implementing, including green roofs, permeable asphalt, and rain gardens. The tour will conclude after a Q&A session with the tour speakers ...read more >>

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From the desk of Cindy Jayne, Chair, Sustainable Redmond ...

After the Rain Water tour, whoever is interested will head over to a nearby pub to have an informal discussion on sustainability, projects for the future, projects in progress, recent activities, etc.

Posted By Yoder

Photo courtesy of Sustainable Redmond

"Sustainable Sidewalk", Art by Reinke, Part One

JOHN REINKE / "Sustainable Sidewalk"

"Sustainable" defined:

a : of, relating to, or being a method of harvesting or using a resource

 so that the resource is not depleted or permanently damaged

- Webster's dictionary

Most residents at city meeting favor backyard chickens, but concerns were raised.

(l-r) City Planner Lori Peckol, Howard Harrison

 (a composter),

 Planner Kim Deitz and college intern Andrea May



35 citizens give mostly positive input at August 3 city meeting on backyard chickens.  But, some objections and concerns are raised.       

UPDATED OPINION:   I talked my wife (Pam)  into going to this city-sponsored community meeting last Wednesday on backyard chickens. She was brought up on a farm in California and was one of the few skeptical participants attending.

City planners were requesting citizen input on chickens in preparation for proposing new language for the Comprehensive Plan Update that would allow backyard chickens on lots smaller than 1/2 acre.  Participants discussed seven animal husbandry topics.  Input from this meeting, a city survey and Planning Commission recommendations will be reviewed by city council before they make their decision sometime this year. 

The meeting was loaded mostly with pro-backyard chicken advocates.  About 31 citizens attended plus councilmembers Hank Myers and Kim Allen, and Planning Commission chair Tom Hinman.  Staff presence was heavy, with at least six city planners guiding discussions on seven chicken topics.  

A small minority of participants (~3) expressed genuine skepticism on various issues of backyard chickens. 

Richard Grubb, past Redmond council member, was very outspoken  Read More >>

Juel Park, pea patches, and backyard chickens

Carrie relaxing in her pea patch
Juel Community Park

This is a story about Juel Park, pea patches and backyard chickens. 

A rare afternoon of sunshine spotted  Redmond yesterday.  It was a good day to visit one of our many splendored parks.   After running some errands, and a feeble attempt to find work, I was off to PCC shopping center (Avondale and 116th Street) for coffee and a walk to Juel Park, less then a quarter mile away. 

Juel Park is quiet and rustic, with historic farm buildings on the banks of Bear Creek.  Frisbee golfers were scattered on the meadowed course, their heads barely visible over the long grasses.  I was looking for the park "pea patches".  To my surprise, I found my neighbor Carrie working her patch!  She was sitting in her daughters Suzie's garden chair watering while rocking her foster child in a stroller.

"It's hard to grow tomatoes in my shady yard," Carrie said, "that's why I rent this patch from Parks and Rec.  It costs $50 a season for a large plot."  Veggies and flowers were everywhere:  beans, chard, carrots, dill, tomatoes, pumpkins, potatoes peppers, sunflowers, even hops and artichokes.  One "urban farmer" was raising tomatoes for Hope-Link.  The raspberries and herbs are free for growers. 

I asked Carrie if she was going to tonight's backyard chicken meeting at City Hall.  (August 3, 6-8:30 PM at Redmond City Hall.).  To my complete surprise she recounted: 

"I know all about them.  My backyard abuts a neighbor who's had four hens in her backyard for two years.  They built a nice coop painted the same color of the house."  (I asked if they were noisy or smelled.)  "They don't have a rooster. We hear the dog next door.  Only soft "momm"  "momm" sounds from the birds.  They eat the insects.  The manure pellets are fertilizer for her raised garden.  But  the raccoons will eat chickens so at night they're put back in the coop.  My children have learned from the birds and enjoy them.  They're scouts at the Lutheran troop. 

I must say, this was a real lessen for me.  I walk by this house almost every day and had no idea chickens were pecking around.  The friendly owner likes to garden and we say hi when passing.  My perspective on backyard chickens is changing.  I'm beginning to view these critters with a more open eye.  I keep learning more and more about them.  When asked, Carrie told me roosters aren't needed for chickens to lay eggs.  Did you know that?!  The public is invited to the chicken meeting tonight at City Hall.  I've got a lot more to learn about these critters.  Are you going?

Opinion By Bob Yoder 

iPhone

Community Meeting on Backyard Chickens and Animal Husbandry

Animal Husbandry

Webster's definition of  "animal husbandry": 

archaic : the care of a household
2: the control or judicious use of resources : conservation
3a : the cultivation or production of plants or animals : agriculture b:  the scientific control and management of a branch of farming and especially of domestic animals.

The City of Redmond will hold a meeting on August 3 from 6 to 8:15 pm at City Hall for a community conversation on backyard chickens and animal husbandry in general.  At this event, participants will have an opportunity to share their interest, questions and perspectives with city staff  about possible amendments to Redmond's policies.

Currently, Redmond's regulation addresses domestic animals and limits the ownership of small animals such as chickens to lots one-half acre or larger. Ownership of larger animals such as horses and cattle are limited to lots one acre and larger based on the type of animal.

Residents have been asking for backyard chickens to be permitted on lots smaller than one-half acre.  If you can't make the meeting and wish to post a comment below, please do. 

Posted by Yoder
Internet photo

UPDATED: "To da dump, to da dump, to da recycling center dump!"

Lining up for the big city recycling event

UPDATED:  The Friday night fireworks at City Hall were a lot prettier than Saturday's city recycling event.  But, in a much different way, going "to the city recycling dump" with our neighbors was just as much fun!  Read More >>

Celebrate Earth Day in Redmond, WA.

Perrigo Heights Preliminary Plat Trail  PHOTO/YODER

Arbor Day

Redmond, WA – Bring your neighbors and celebrate the importance of Redmond’s trees and forest ecosystems by joining the City of Redmond Parks and Recreation Department at Arbor Day 2011, Saturday, April 30 at the Watershed Preserve, 21760 NE Novelty Hill Road from 9 am to 12 noon.

This is the first year the City has joined with the Green Redmond Partnership to celebrate Arbor Day. No experience is necessary and gloves, tools and other materials will be available. It is important to dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.  All ages are welcome.  For information or to participate in this event, please contact Chris Tolonen at 425-556-2369 or ctolonen@redmond.gov .

Take Action - April 22 - Earth Day

Sustainable Redmond Announces Spring Film Series

Redmond, WA – Sustainable Redmond (http://www.sustainableredmond.org/) is sponsoring two documentaries this spring on the Eastside. On April 17th they will show “Good Food – Sustainable Food and Farming in the Northwest” in Kirkland; and on May 10th they will present “Fixing the Future” in Redmond. This is a great chance for those on the Eastside to see some wonderful sustainability-related documentaries without having to drive to Seattle, and with free admission!   Read More >>

Recycle your computers, printers, TV's, VCR's, phones for FREE in Redmond!

City signage behind Redmond Inn
guides traffic to MITRONICS

REPUBLISHED, 4/5.  It's amazing how old, unused electronic stuff can accumulate. It  takes up space and needs to go!  But where?   I found three recycling services in greater Redmond that will recycle electronics for free, and one from your curb!

Waste Management takes TV's up to 21 inches, monitors, and computers right from the curb!  You must call them for a free curbside pick-up appointment.  800-592-9995.  They also pick up microwaves, PDA's, cell phones, and VCR/DVD's at the curb!

Mitronics of Redmond recycles all sizes of TV's, laptops, desktops,and monitors for free.  No curbside pick-up.  They erase your disc drive for free, too!   They take keyboards and mice with a computer and charge $5.00 for small printers and $1.00 for phones.  Drop off at:  17455 NE 67th Court, in the business park adjacent east Marymoor Park.  Look for the city way-finding signs.  Phone:  425-883-8881.

Read More >>

Large Metro transit service reductions forecast for 2012 - 2015

Redmond transit but stop

Large Metro transit service reductions are forecast of 2012 - 2015 owing to a drop in sales tax revenues.

During this week's Redmond city council study session some startling statistics for King County's Metro transit were laid out:  

• 62% of Metro's budget is supplied by sales tax
• During 2008 - 2010 sales tax revenue dropped significantly.
• Large service service reductions are forecast for 2012 - 2015.
• A shortfall of 600,000 hours of existing bus service could result in 2012 -2015
• 600,000 lost hours of service is equivalent to all the service provided by Metro buses on the Eastside OR all weekend service in King County.
• Population is expected to increase 42% by 2040 and jobs up by 57%. 
• The average cost per ride is $11-12/ride in King County. In high density areas like Queen Ann service cost drops to ~$2.00/ride.
• King County Metro service hours are approaching 3 million/year.
• King County Metro is in the Top 10 of all transit providers in the country.

Last year, King County Council formed a "Regional Transit Task Force" of thirty members to set-up a policy framework plan for growth and contraction of the Metro transit system.  After seven months of work, the task force recommended new performance measures and follow-up from a 2009 audit.  Social and geographic equity, environmental sustainability, and population density were key factors in their review.

Jim Stanton, Microsoft's representative and member of the Regional Task Force stated bus "transit is an essential public facility" and helps to move 40,000 Microsoft employees to job and education centers.

Mayor John Marchione is a member of the King County Metro Transit Board.

Reported by Bob Yoder
Source:  Redmond City Study Session, 3/8
Internet photo

UPDATED: How do backyard chickens behave? how are they valued?

You'll find this video entertaining and educational. This family lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It appears Ann Arbor City Council approved 4 hens/urban home.

In the last Redmond City Council Meeting (2/15)a large group of citizens (~35) made their presence known as being in favor of backyard chickens. After several citizens spoke up for backyard chickens, Councillor Kim Allen stated her Council Committee had agreed to put chickens on the agenda for the Comprehensive Plan Update, this summer. Mayor Marchione said in an earlier study session that to approve an ordinance there should be a decided linkage of chickens to the city's sustainability plan.

If you have any comments about backyard chickens please make them below this post. Please sign your name.  In addition, consider taking the poll on the right sidebar.

Opinion by Bob Yoder

LOTS Going On at King Conservation District

http://www.kingcd.org/

ELECTIONS!  NATIVE PLANT SALE!  SPRING FARM TOURS & WORKSHOPS!
RAIN GARDENS!  STREAM PROTECTIONS! NEWSLETTER AND MORE...

The King Conservation District (King CD) is a natural resources assistance agency authorized by Washington State. Our mission is to promote the sustainable use of natural resources through responsible stewardship. A five-member Board of Supervisors is responsible for all District programs and activities.  Funding for District programs and services comes from a local special assessment and state grants.

Go to KCD website for details on the following:

• 2011 Board of Supervisors Elections, 2/15 - 3/15, Vote by mail or in person!
• 20th Annual Native Plant sales, 3/4 - 3/5
• 2011 Spring Farm Tours and workshops - free educational events!
• Rain Garden Workshops - 3/8 (Kirkland) - 5/12.  206-292-9870
• Protect streams and wetlands - pasture and manure management - 425-282-1904
• Complete list of Native Plants and where they grow best.
• Winter Newsletter - Email:  District@Kingcd.org

 MORE?  GO TO:  http://www.kingcd.org/

LETTER: Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Sammamish, and Woodinville allow backyard chickens on average residential lots. Why not Redmond?

LETTER:  What do the cities of Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Sammamish, and Woodinville have that Redmond doesn't’t? Backyard chickens on average residential lots, that’s what! That’s right…unless you have at least ½ acre or larger lot, a Redmond city ordinance prevents you from raising a few hens for eggs.

Why does it matter if you can raise chickens in Redmond? Three hens can provide an abundance of protein-rich eggs right in your backyard. In addition to being fresh and delicious, some studies have shown “pastured” eggs provide more nutrients than commercial eggs. Food safety is also a growing focus, highlighted by the recent recall of over half a billion commercially-grown eggs.

Redmond is a wonderful city and we applaud their efforts to be livable and green. They’ve taken big steps like building City Hall to be an award-winning “green” building, but the Council continues to resist this small step that would allow individual citizens to contribute to their own health and to Redmond’s sustainable future.

What is more important? Winning an award for installing water-free toilets? Or allowing your citizens to contribute to a more sustainable community one hen (and 1 egg) at a time? If sustainability is really a goal, then Redmond should join all of our surrounding communities and change its ordinance to allow a small number of backyard hens on average residential lots.

As with any issue, it takes more than a few voices to promote change. Please join us by emailing your Redmond City Council at Council@redmond.gov  and contact us at chickensinredmond@gmail.com.  We are also on Facebook – look for Chickens in Redmond.

The author's email:  chickensinredmond@gmail.com
Photo from Google Images