Renton City Council Approves Street Closure and Second Quarter Budget Amendment

The Renton City Council convened on July 21, 2025, to address several key legislative items, including a resolution for a street closure and two ordinances for second and final readings.

The meeting commenced with no unfinished business reported by council members O'Halloran and Rivera. The first item on the agenda was a resolution authorizing the temporary full street closure of Houser Way North, between Lake Washington Boulevard North and Lowe's Business Access Road. Councilman McGurbing moved for the resolution to be adopted as read, with Councilman Perez seconding the motion. The resolution was approved unanimously by voice vote.

Next, the council moved to the first ordinance for second and final reading, which pertained to the second quarter budget amendment and salary update. This ordinance proposed an increase in budgeted revenues and expenditures by $6,404,355 and $22,215,881, respectively, while also eliminating fund 505, amending the salary table, and adding new approved full-time positions. Councilman Perez made a motion to adopt the ordinance as read, seconded by Councilman O'Halloran. Following a roll call vote, the ordinance was adopted with all members voting in favor.

The final ordinance discussed was related to the acquisition of real property in Renton, specifically tax parcel number 1723059026. This ordinance included provisions for the potential exercise of eminent domain for public purposes. Councilman Prince moved for its adoption, with Councilman McGurbing seconding the motion.

The meeting concluded with the council successfully passing all legislative items on the agenda, reflecting a proactive approach to city governance and infrastructure development.