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1. Why is the Redmond Senior Center closed?

The Redmond Senior Center recently underwent an exterior building evaluation in preparation for long term maintenance and repairs outlined in the City’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). RSC’s mechanical systems, roof, and building exterior are scheduled to be replaced in 2021. This evaluation conducted by a contracted structural engineering firm confirmed extensive structural damage to the exterior walls and substantial impact to both the lateral and gravity systems.

To allow for the ongoing investigation of the building interior and roof, the building has been vacated and will have limited entry for building inspectors and engineers to conduct further assessment.

2. When will the Redmond Senior Center open?

We estimate further assessment to take an estimated eight weeks. This is an approximate timeline. When the report has been finalized decisions about the future of the building will be determined.

3. What is happening to senior activities?

Programs, rentals, and events will be relocated to alternative locations with the goal of minimal impact to service. Please visit www.redmond.gov/RSC for activity schedules and locations.

4. Where can seniors drop in to play games, socialize and have coffee?

City Hall Bytes Cafe has been transformed into a 50+ drop in space. Games, gathering with friends and activities are available. Bytes Café is open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Coffee is free!

5. What happened to the lunch program?

We are meeting with community partners and Catholic Community Charities to relocate that program. For alternate locations in Bellevue and Kirkland, please visit www.redmond.gov/RSC.

6. Where is the Redmond Community Center at Marymoor Village?

The Redmond Community Center is located at 6505 176 Ave NE Redmond, WA 98052. Some senior activities have been moved to this location. It also has a great lobby to relax and have coffee with friends. It is open: Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Saturday, 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Sunday, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

7. Can I get a refund for classes that I was scheduled for?

If your class has not been relocated, please reach out to our guest services staff at 425-556-2300 for information about refunds.

8. Where can I get the latest information?

You can get the latest information at www.redmond.gov/RSC. Activity schedules will be posted every Wednesday. You can also stop by the Bytes Café in City Hall and pick up information from Senior Center staff.

9. How can I get to these new locations?

All the locations have parking. If you previously walked or took the bus to the Redmond Senior Center, we are working on a transportation system that will leave form City Hall to take you to alternate locations. Please check back with us at www.redmond.gov/RSC. We will post the information on this webpage.

10. Why didn’t the City maintain the building?

The City has conducted ongoing maintenance of the Redmond Senior Center. The current closure is for an assessment of the lateral and gravity systems and ongoing investigation of the building interior and roof.