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Mayor Ralph's Weekly Update

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Mayor's Update



June 14, 2024




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Happy Father's Day!

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Father's Day

Happy Friday, Kent!

Just wanted to wish all the dads out there a Happy Father's Day!

It's a time to honor and celebrate fatherhood and paternal bonds, and everything dads do for us. Make their weekend special and one to remember.

Lots to look forward to on the horizon for fun summer events! See all the info and details below. Have a great weekend!

Dana Ralph, Kent Mayor

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juneteenth
 

Just a reminder that city offices will be closed this Wednesday in observance of Juneteenth.

This includes Kent City Hall, the Centennial Center, Kent Commons, Senior Activity Center and Municipal Court.




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On Monday night, I attended the book release party for the authors of We Are America. They all are amazing, brave, resilient Kent-Meridian scholars. The book is a compilation of their stories.

Thank you Dr. Marissa Winmill for inspiring them and believing in them.

book signing

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Drinks

Earlier this week, we kicked off Drinks in the Driveway with the Harrison House!

Thanks to Assistant Chief Grove and Public Works Director Chad Bieren for joining me to answer questions on traffic, and public safety. I'm super excited to get out for more neighborhood visits lined up this month!



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We need your help to plan our city's future! Our planning team is looking for more community feedback for the ongoing Kent Comprehensive Plan update process.

Help us plan the future of housing in Kent! You don’t need to wait until you pass GO, we want to hear from you now! *Play a role in shaping the city’s policy direction leaving your feedback here!* [ https://engage.kentwa.gov/futurekent?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]

kentopoly

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fireworks

With the 4th of July approaching, just a reminder to everyone that all forms of personal fireworks are illegal in Kent. Kent City Code 13.05 prohibits fireworks and was adopted following a voter majority vote on Advisory Proposition 1 in 2015.

You can report fireworks violations by calling the Kent Police Non-Emergency line at 253-852-2121. Please do not use 911 to report unless there is an immediate safety concern.



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4th of July Splash

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splash

4th of July SPLASH is back! Set at Lake Meridian park, our free Fourth of July event is a great way to celebrate Independence Day.


* Event hours are 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. 
* Fireworks at 10 p.m.
* Free shuttle from 5 p.m. to after the fireworks
* Gates locked at midnight.

We'll have live music, food trucks, and it will be tons of fun. *Check out the details and share with your family & friends! [ https://www.kentwa.gov/departments/kent-parks/events/fourth-of-july-splash?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*

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special olympics run

Last Friday, Police Officers nationwide ran Special Olympics torches across their states to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics athletes.

The Kent PD Torch running team picked up the torch from Des Moines PD and ran it to Federal Way for the next pass-off. 

Kent PD has been participating in Special Olympics fundraising for years! Thank you to this year's participants: Ofc. Cortinas, Ofc. Ross, Sgt. Ford, Sgt. Levi and Sgt. Kelso.



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National Night Out 

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NNO

National Night Out is August 6! 

National Night Out elevates the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Most importantly, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances.

It's time to start planning that neighborhood party! 

*Kent PD's Community Education Unit will help you with the sign-up process. Let's give crime a going away party! [ https://www.kentwa.gov/departments/police-department/community-education/national-night-out-registration?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*

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Mini-Recycling Event 

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recycle

Each year the City of Kent hosts several free recycling collection events that allow residents to dispose of recyclable items not typically accepted at the curb.

Instead of going to the landfill as trash, all collected items will be reused or recycled!

For a full list of accepted items and more details, visit *KentWA.gov/Recycle [ http://kentwa.gov/Recycle?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR16-HJ-nQyCTmJSJxVdVZI7t8g1qj8oq85_TDqWXaogDC50jjb-eYY-GWk_aem_ARbEfi2LBkkGymjdqoiTq9A7rW0pqq-s74ntPsCiAaNbWvBvDXXLowCf-VWPwN901RtkXm64gzxGMyTy3CkQn9Re&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ].*

?? Friday, June 21
⌚ 9 a.m. - Noon
??Hogan Park (24400 Russell Rd)

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adopt

With the warm weather over the last few days, our Adopt- A-Street partners have “turned up the heat” on street litter! Last week, the 4 groups totaled: 22 Volunteers, 30 bags of trash, and 57 volunteer hours!

Way to go team!



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Farmers Market

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june 15

It's farmers market season! 

Living Well Kent and the Kent Lions Club have partnered to bring their Farmers Market downtown! This is a community driven market, increasing access to fresh, healthy, and culturally relevant produce to our community. 

?? Every Saturday starting this Saturday!
⏰ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.​
?? 2nd Ave between Smith and Gowe

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We’re excited to announce that more movie nights are coming to Kherson Park this summer! Grab some blankets, pack up the family, and come on down for a movie under the stars. Sprawl out on the lawn and enjoy a FREE showing of new blockbuster hits! All movies will begin at dusk.

*2024 Summer Movie Series:*

*Friday, August 9*: The Boys in The Boat"
"Shown in partnership with the Greater Kent Historical Society.

*Friday, September 6*: IF

Summer movies

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uplands

Our Parks team is in the early planning stages for the upcoming renovations at Uplands Playfields and is looking for community feedback on the future of this downtown park. As part of these renovations, we are planning for an extra special addition: a spray park! 

Tell us what you want to see in your park as part of these renovations.

*Voice your thoughts by filling out this survey,* [ https://engage.kentwa.gov/uplands-playfield-and-splash-pad?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]



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Morrill Meadows Park 

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morill meadows park

You're invited to join us on Saturday, June 29 for the Morrill Meadows Park Grand Opening Celebration. Come and celebrate the completion of the renovations with our parks team!

Morrill Meadows Park now boasts an expanded playground with improved ADA access and new swings, a brand-new nature play area, updated park furnishings, improved lawn space, and a permanent stage. These renovations offer a beautiful, refreshed space for our community to gather and play outdoors. Join us at the stage where there will be some fun Kent Parks swag and sweet treats from Sweet Themes Bakery!
(while supplies last)

?? Saturday, June 29
?? 10 a.m.- 11 a.m.
?? Morrill Meadows Park

*EVENT PARKING: Please park at the shared Kent Parks/Kent YMCA parking lot.*

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parks commission

In case you missed it, we’re looking for City of Kent Parks and Recreation Commissioners!

Beginning this month, changes are being implemented to the operation of the Parks Commission to ensure that our commissioners are engaged and enjoy serving their term with us.

Moving forward, during each year of their term, Commissioners will be required to join us for an annual Parks tour, attend quarterly meetings to provide critical feedback and insight on our parks and recreation system, and immerse themselves in the Parks department at volunteerism activities.

Learn more and apply online at *KentWA.gov/BoardsAndCommissions. [ https://www.kentwa.gov/government/boards-commissions?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*



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Kent Summer Concerts

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summer concerts

*Kent Summer Concerts* are back starting July 10! Super excited for this annual series of musical performances presented throughout the summer. *Learn more about specific performers and dates on our website. [ https://www.kentwa.gov/departments/kent-parks/arts/summer-concert-series?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*

*Wednesday Picnic Performances
*12-1 p.m. at West Fenwick Park 

*Wednesday Family Date Night
*6-8 p.m. at Kent Station

*Thursdays at the Lake
*7-8:30 p.m. at Lake Meridian Park

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*Registration is open [ https://www.kentwa.gov/departments/kent-parks/events/kent-cornucopia-days-5k?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]* for the Cornucopia Days 5k!

This year's event will take place on Saturday, July 13 at Three Friends Fishing Hole with the race kicking off at 9 a.m. *The deadline to sign up and order a shirt is today!*

corn days run

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Springwood Park Closure

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Springwood Park

Springwood Park is now closed for a complete renovation of the park. Our Parks team is adding new amenities including a children’s play area with structures for kids from 2-12 years old, swings, a zip line, berm slide, and a cooling station for hot summer days, park shelter, multi-use sport court for basketball and futsal, an upgraded lawn area with new irrigation and drainage, and we'll be making improvements to the pathways and ADA connectivity. With this closure, access to the school bus stop onsite will not be affected.

We are looking forward to the new amenities when Springwood Park is estimated to re-open Spring of 2025.

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We're excited to partner with *Soos Creek Studio [ https://www.sooscreekstudio.com/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]* to bring you and your child a special Youth & Parent experience. This pottery class is open to kids age 8+ and their parent/guardian! No experience is required. All supplies are provided.



Classes are available on Mondays and Wednesdays, or Tuesdays and Thursdays in July and August. Program takes place at the Kent Memorial Park building (850 Central Ave N). Register you and your child for this special class series today!

pottery

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soccer

*Registration is now open for our Youth Fall Soccer program! [ https://web2.myvscloud.com/wbwsc/wakentwt.wsc/splash.html?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] *

Sign your child up to learn the game, hone their skills, make friends, and have FUN! Program is open to all students in Pre-K to Grade 8. Pre-K participants must be 3 years of age by August 31, 2024. Teams are formed by grade. Deadline to register is August 6!



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The King County Wastemobile is coming to Kent! It offers residents and eligible businesses a safe, convenient opportunity to dispose of household hazardous waste at no cost.

*You can see the full schedule on their website. [ https://kingcountyhazwastewa.gov/en/news-articles/2024-wastemobile-schedule-and-announcement?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*

wastemobile

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blood drive

Blood banks across the United States are reporting critical shortages, with donor levels lower now than they were before. Let's help patients in our community by making an appointment at the *pop-up blood drive happening at Kent Station. [ https://www.kentstation.com/promotions/bloodworks?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*



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Summer Parks Guide 

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Registration Open

Registration for Summer programming through Kent Parks is open!

From preschool classes and free summer concerts to youth sports and programs for adults aged 50 and older, there is something for everyone in the family to enjoy.

*If you haven’t received a guide, browse a digital copy to check out upcoming events and all available programs. [ https://online.flipbuilder.com/ixcy/mstl/mobile/index.html?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*

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We're hiring! Check out our featured jobs and find great opportunities on our hiring page at *jobs.kentwa.gov [ https://jobs.kentwa.gov/jobs?page_number=2&page_size=10&sort_by=headline&sort_order=ASC&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*


jobs of the month

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RASKC

Get your furry friends licensed with *Regional Animal Services of King County [ https://kingcounty.gov/depts/regional-animal-services.aspx?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]* to help get them back to you if they're ever lost! 

Your license also helps fund RASKC's life-saving animal shelter work. They reunite lost pets 24/7 and provide shelter pet care 365 days a year.




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Don't forget to check out the KentNOW podcast! Tracy, Josh and Kyle talk to Tony Donati about water conservation and hear more about the amazing events happening in Kent for the month of June! 

Listen to new and previous episodes on:
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?? Amazon Music *amzn.to/3jjaOvU [ https://amzn.to/3jjaOvU?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*

kentnow

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