• State of the City Address

    • Mayor Angela Birney

    Redmond, Washington

    Redmond Mayor Angela Birney delivered her State of the City Address, emphasizing the city’s efforts and priorities on housing, transportation, sustainability, and public safety.

    The Mayor addressed Redmond’s sustainability efforts and their partnership with Energy Smart Eastside Program to reduce emissions from existing buildings and accelerate the transition to energy-efficient heat pumps. The city has prioritized low-and-moderate-income households with full-cost coverage heat pump installations to ensure the community’s most vulnerable are not left behind.

    Transportation options and infrastructure remain a priority for Mayor Birney as she highlighted the city’s strong connection with Sound Transit and Microsoft to build new pedestrian and bicycle bridges for commuters and visitors. Mayor Birney also focused on Redmond’s THRIVE program bringing together homelessness response, human services, mental health professionals, mobile health services, and community court programs so community members can make progress toward goals despite their circumstances.

    Mayor Birney highlighted the city’s dedicated partnership with its nonprofit service center, Together Center, which provides affordable low-income housing and space for nonprofits. They continue providing services to over 30,000 people annually, improving Redmond’s livability for many residents. The Mayor ended her address by honoring Redmond’s Space District, celebrating its robust and growing commercial global space companies and satellite sector in the city.

    Watch Mayor Birney’s full address here.

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    Mayor Cara Spencer

    St. Louis, Missouri

    Mayor Cara Spencer

    St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer delivered her first State of the City Address, declaring that the state of the city is promising despite significant challenges and emphasizing a government focused on the basics of core services, public safety, and growth. Reflecting on her first year in office, the Mayor pointed to new and exciting milestones, while underscoring that real progress is measured through consistent, tangible improvements.
    Mayor Phillip Jones

    Newport News, Virginia

    Mayor Phillip Jones

    Mayor Phillip Jones delivered his State of the City Address, outlining a bold vision for the future of Newport News. In an address highlighting progress and forward-looking initiatives, Mayor Jones announced policies designed to support working families and strengthen Newport News’ position as a leader in Hampton Roads and across Virginia.
    Mayor Lacey Beaty

    Beaverton, Oregon

    Mayor Lacey Beaty

    Beaverton Mayor Lacey Beaty delivered her State of the City Address in March, centered on the theme “Showing Up, Moving Forward,” and grounded in a candid assessment of both local progress and broader uncertainty. She spoke directly to the national moment, affirming Beaverton’s commitment to democracy, the rule of law, and civil rights, while emphasizing that the city’s strength comes from residents who stay engaged and invested in their community.