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Mayor Birney named to Washington Space Council

Friday, October 2, 2026

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Redmond Mayor Angela Birney was named to the Governor’s Washington Space Council.

📄 Source: City of Redmond — News — https://www.redmond.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3080

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Mayor Birney named to Washington Space Council“Redmond Mayor Angela Birney was named to the Governor’s Washington Space Council, an advisory group created to counsel Governor Bob Ferguson on how to keep Washington competitive in the growing space industry and identify ways the state can improve its standing as a global leader in the space economy.”
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Redmond Mayor Angela Birney appointed to Governor Ferguson's advisory group for space industry development.“Redmond Mayor Angela Birney was named to the Governor’s Washington Space Council, an advisory group created to counsel Governor Bob Ferguson on how to keep Washington competitive in the growing space industry and identify ways the state can improve its standing as a global leader in the space economy.”
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Redmond Mayor Angela Birney was named to the Governor’s Washington Space Council.“Redmond Mayor Angela Birney was named to the Governor’s Washington Space Council, an advisory group created to counsel Governor Bob Ferguson on how to keep Washington competitive in the growing space industry and identify ways the state can improve its standing as a global leader in the space economy.”

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REDMOND, WA – Redmond Mayor Angela Birney was named to the Governor’s Washington Space Council, an advisory group created to counsel Governor Bob Ferguson on how to keep Washington competitive in the growing space industry and identify ways the state can improve its standing as a global leader in the space economy. The council will also look for ways to develop Washington-based commercial launch capabilities.“I’m honored to have been selected by Governor Ferguson to serve as a member of the new Space Council,” said Mayor Birney. “Redmond has a rich history in the space industry and is widely recognized as a hub of innovation and progress. With Washington poised to help shape the future of the space economy, I’m grateful to be able to bring Redmond’s perspective to the table while partnering with leaders from across the state in this important work.”Established by an executive order and announced on Wednesday, the 23-person group includes representatives from local government, the commercial space industry, aerospace and advanced manufacturing sectors, higher education institutions, labor, and more. This wide-ranging expertise will provide guidance as Washington aims to continue economic growth and compete globally through the commercial space industry.The Washington Space Council will present its recommendations to Governor Ferguson through advisory reports. The Washington State Department of Commerce will provide staffing and logistical support for council activities.Members include:Redmond Mayor Angela BirneyKent Mayor Dana RalphClaudia Kauffman, D-47th DistrictAlex Ybarra, R-13th DistrictAndy Lapsa, Stoke SpaceRob Meyerson, InterluneJeff Thornburg, Portal Space SystemsAustin Link, Starfish SpaceColin Doughan, GraviticsMichael Edmonds, Blue OriginLisa Scalpone, Amazon LEOCornelia Rosu, SpaceXKelly Maloney, Space NorthwestBrendan Wales, FUSEJason Chan, IAM 751Ray Goforth, SPEEABill Pike, PNNLMehran Mesbahi, University of WashingtonWashington State University President Betsy CantwellLynn Strickland, Aerospace Joint Apprenticeship CommitteeTrevor Devaney, Hi-Rel LaboratoriesScott Keeney, nLIGHTPhilip Johnston, StarcloudFor additional information on the Governor’s Washington Space Council, visit commerce.wa.gov/washington-space-council. To learn more about the space industry in Redmond, visit OneRedmond.org/Redmond-Space-District. MEDIA CONTACT:Kelly Schutz, Communications Manager[email protected], 425-556-2453 ### Loading
Source: https://www.redmond.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3080