Join us at Hometown Celebration

Enjoy the hometown holiday spirit of historic Downtown Ridgefield on Saturday, December 7 where you will find twinkling lights, decorated businesses, gifts, food, and holiday specials.

Main Ave and Overlook Park

• Holiday Food & Gift Vendor Marketplace – Main Ave, 9 AM- 2 PM
• Circle of Trees - Overlook Park, 9 AM
• Visits with Santa - Old Liberty Theater, 10 AM - 2 PM
• Main Stage Performances - Overlook Park Stage, 11 AM - 2 PM
  • 11 AM: Ridgefield HS Choir
  • 12 PM: View Ridge and Sunset MS Choir
  • 1 PM: View Ridge MS Band
• Tree Lighting Ceremony - Overlook Park, 4:30 PM

Learn more and plan your day.

Council Update

November Meeting Highlights

• Appointment Confirmation of Parks Board Member, Position No. 2 - Jessica Pace, November 7. About Parks Board
• Public Hearing: 2025 Property Tax Levy and Revenue Sources, November 7.
• Award of Construction Contract for Park Laundry Clean-Up Project, November 7.
• Study Session: Commercial Site and Building Design Standards, November 21.
• Presentation: Salary Commission Update, November 21.
• Approval of Roundabout Committee Recommendations for 35th Avenue Roundabout and Selection of Next Roundabout Location, November 21.
• Public Hearing and First Reading of Ordinance No. 1439 - 2025 Proposed Budget

View full Agenda & Minutes*
*Meeting Minutes are added after they are approved at the following Council meeting.
Listen to Recorded Meeting Audio

Upcoming Meetings

City Council

Please note that the City Council meetings in November and December occur on the first and third Thursdays of the month due to holidays.

• Thursday, December 5, 6:30 PM, Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center
  • Study Session for 2025 Federal and State Legislative Agenda Updates beginning at 5 PM.
• Thursday, December 19, 6:30 PM, Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center

Planning Commission

• Wednesday, December 4, 6:30 PM, Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center

Parks Board

• Wednesday, December 11, 6:30 PM, Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center

Roundabout Committee

• Monday, December 9, 6:30 PM, Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center

City Holiday: Wednesday, December 25

City Offices will be closed on Wednesday, December 25 in observation of Christmas Day. Some services are available when offices are closed through the City website, RidgefieldWa.us. Emergency personnel will remain available 24/7.

City Holiday: Wednesday, January 1

City Offices will be closed on Wednesday, January 1 in observation of New Year's Day. Some services are available when offices are closed through the City website, RidgefieldWa.us. Emergency personnel will remain available 24/7.

In Case You Missed It

News releases and announcements from the past month.

New Speed Limits Established on Ridgefield Streets Following Comprehensive Safety Study

In response to detailed safety and engineering studies, Ridgefield will implement new speed limits on several key roads in late November. Learn more

City of Ridgefield and Port of Ridgefield Adopt Vision for Community-Focused Waterfront Park

The City of Ridgefield and Port of Ridgefield are excited to announce the adoption of the Waterfront Park Master Plan, marking a key milestone in the development of a vibrant public space along Ridgefield’s only shoreline. Learn more.

City of Ridgefield Seeks Volunteers for Planning & Civil Service Commissions, Mosquito Control Board

The Ridgefield City Council is seeking dynamic and self-motivated community members to serve on various boards and commissions. Application deadline extended to Friday, December 6. Learn more.

Ridgefield Police Announce Off-Duty Officer Death

An off-duty Ridgefield police officer was located deceased on Monday, November 25, 2024 at the Ridgefield Marina. Learn more.