Redmond Honored With VISION 2040 Award

The Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC) has awarded Redmond one of six VISION 2040 awards. The award recognizes the City’s outstanding work in support of the region’s commitment to the well-being of people and communities, economic vitality, and a healthy environment.

Redmond’s award was given for the City’s Digital Planning and Development Suite. The award was presented at the PSRC’s General Assembly meeting at the Arctic Club Hotel in Seattle. Mayor John Marchione accepted on behalf of the City alongside Councilmember Hank Margeson.

Marchione noted how the suite provides a new level of transparency and access for all customers. The suite consists of Redmond’s digital Comprehensive Plan, E-Zoning Code and Property Viewer, and E-Track online permit portal.

In presenting the award, Kitsap County Commissioner Charlotte Garrido commented, “It is fitting that as the home of Microsoft, Redmond is leading the way in government transparency through new digital tools; surely other cities and counties are eager to follow suit.”