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Mayor's Update



December 1, 2023




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*Kent Winterfest *

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winterfest

Happy Friday Kent,

Tomorrow afternoon is our annual Holiday Tree Lighting celebration and parade at Town Square Plaza in Downtown Kent!

We'll have community booths, goodies and photo opportunities. Santa will arrive at 3:30 p.m. and the parade will start at 4:30 p.m. The tree lighting will promptly start at 5:30 p.m. 

Bring your kids, friends and family for a fun evening full of holiday cheer.

Thanks to the Kent Lions Club, Kent Station and Kent Downtown Partnership.

Have a great weekend! 

Dana Ralph, Kent Mayor

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good eggs

King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer's monthly “Good Eggs” breakfasts are always educational.

On Wednesday, we heard from CEO of UW Medicine Dr. Timothy Dellit. He discussed how the pandemic affected South King County, improving the health population they serve, and improving care in underserved communities.

Pictured: King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer, Maple Valley Mayor Sean Kelly, Mayor of Pacific Leanne Guier, Mayor of Auburn Nancy Backus
Mayor of Covington Jeff Wagner, Mayor of Algona Troy Linnell, and CEO UW Medicine Dr. Timothy Dellit.



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Earlier this week, it was a pleasure to welcome Ukrainian parliament Andriy Zhupanin and Anna Purtova, and Ukrainian representative Valeriy V. Goloborodko for a quick stop at Kent City Hall! They provided some updates on what's taking place in their city.

Back in June 2022, we signed a memorandum of agreement declaring an Intent to Explore the Establishment of a Sister City Relationship.

The Sister City relationship is intended to: Increase citizens’ awareness and understanding of each other’s culture. Encourage educational opportunities and contribute to the development of trade and tourism. Share information regarding best practices in the provision of city services, public safety, economic development, utilities, environmental preservation, technology, and public relations.

Ukraine Parliament

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meryal

 

I had a great talk with Meral Kandymova this week! She has strong ambitions to become a woman in leadership!

Thanks for coming to visit Meral and I can't wait to see what you do!



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Budget Adopted 

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budget

Since the Kent City Council's unanimous adoption of the 2024 Mid-Biennial Budget adjustment, our team has been working on content to help keep you and other residents informed about where all that money comes from, and what it's going toward.

There is a tremendous demand for city services in Kent.

Our job as city leaders and public servants is to remain fiscally responsible, anticipate future challenges and keep our city moving forward. This budget accomplishes all of these objectives.

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police cams

 

The Kent Police Department is on the forefront of transparency and accountability in law enforcement. 

With funding from revenues generated by newly installed red-light cameras, in-car cameras will be installed in patrol vehicles.

The in-car cameras will enhance officer and public safety and provide greater investigative abilities for filing cases. The budget adjustment also includes a new Prosecutor and Public Disclosure Analyst which will be necessary due to the increase workload.



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The Community Court program at the Kent Municipal Court holds participants accountable while offering resources and support to establish stability. 

This program will be bolstered by settlement funds from opioid litigation: a lawsuit against drug companies that misled the public. The budget adjustment also includes a Resource Coordinator position to help support the program and direct offenders to resources.

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planner

Earlier this year, we launched an initiative to update the Kent Comprehensive Plan.

Bills passed during this year's state legislative session relating to planning, housing and other land-use issues have impacted this process.To meet new requirements, additional staffing is needed. 

The budget adjustment includes a term-limited Planner position, funded by grants, to assist our Long-Range Planning team.



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The 2024 Mid-Biennium Budget Adjustment includes a pilot program to provide contracted security at popular parks in Kent.

Our goal for this investment is to improve safety for residents and visitors.

These locations include Lake Meridian Park, Van Doren's Landing Park, Hogan Park and West Fenwick Park.

pilot

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traffic

As the city continues to deploy new traffic signals and existing signals are impacted by wire theft and vandalism, additional staffing has become necessary.

The 2024 Mid-Biennium Budget Adjustment includes the addition of one Traffic Signal Technician to address ongoing needs for maintenance and repairs.



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The 2024 Mid-Biennium Budget Adjustment allocates grant funding to an ongoing partnership with Uplift NW to provide litter removal and sanitation services in specified areas in Kent.

Uplift NW connects job training, dignified work opportunities, and support services to men and women experiencing poverty and homelessness.

This funding will extend the program for an additional three years.

uplift

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Christmas Rush

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christmas rush

The Christmas Rush is a beloved holiday event in our community, and I am looking forward to seeing those runners and walkers take to the course again this year! 

?? Saturday, December 9
⏲ 9:50 a.m.
?? Hogan Park, 25500 Russell Road

Learn more and register online at *KentWA.gov/ChristmasRush. [ https://www.kentwa.gov/departments/kent-parks/events/christmas-rush-fun-run-and-walk/-fbclid-IwAR36e6OWB6NsRILHehaVtbJYk23wvOpo1lQyDK_tnsTNqRxCqOVU7I0AYuI?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*

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Vote on the best gingerbread house!

Come see the gingerbread houses on display at Kent Station and vote on your favorite! There will be prizes be given to the 3 houses who receive the most votes! 


gingerbread house

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photos with santa
2022 Santa Photos at Santa's Cozy Cottage
in front of AMC! 

Visit Santa at Kent Station through December 23rd!

*Click here* [ https://www.kentstation.com/events/santaphotos?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] for details including photos of Santa Dale, Santa Cecil and Santa Chukundi and to reserve your appointment online.



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Letters for Santa!

Drop off your holiday wish list in Santa's mailbox at Kent Commons. He will have cards to fill out on site. If you would like to get a *letter back from Santa* [ https://www.kentwa.gov/departments/kent-parks/events/kent-winterfest?fbclid=IwAR1gFuubdEngfLoVb6OkB2iBT03DkIMmzAwzvY091rL7_IHhsxvgvgfH59c&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ], include your mailing address on the card! 


letters with santa

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giving tree
Kent Station Giving Tree!

Kent Station is collecting gifts for Seeds of Hope. Grab a tag off the giving tree outside the Santa house through December 23rd.

Bring your unwrapped gifts to the red box outside Johnny Rockets.



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Kent City Council 

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The Kent City Council held a special session on Tuesday. Here's the recap.
*You can also see the full meeting agendas, minutes and livestream recordings on our website. [ http://kentwa.iqm2.com/citizens/default.aspx?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*

Council recap
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The Greater Kent Historical Society is having a fun Winter craft day! 

Create a winter decoration to celebrate the season!

?? Friday, December 22
⌚ Noon to 4 p.m. 
?? Kent Historical Museum

Kent Historical Society event

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*Kent Parks Winter Guide *

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parks guide

Our new Winter 2023-2024 Recreation Guide should be in your mailbox now!

The NEW Kent Parks Winter Recreation Guide will arrive in your mailbox this week! Be sure to check it out to see all the FUN that’s planned for the upcoming season!

From preschool classes to offerings for adults 50+ and everything in between.

Registration for Winter programming starts Tuesday, December 5 at 8am. Adaptive Recreation registration opens at 8am on Wednesday, December 6.

Participants can register* online* [ https://web2.myvscloud.com/wbwsc/wakentwt.wsc/splash.html?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] or by phone, mail, or fax.

Participants can also register by walking into the Kent Commons or Senior Center during regular operating hours.

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Holiday meal

Are you 50+ and alone for the holiday?

The Kent Senior Activity Center has a Holiday Take Home Meal for $5 that you can purchase today.

Call 253-856-5150 to order or for more information!

*Limit one meal per person while supplies last.



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The Kent Parks ShoWalk program has returned to the accesso ShoWare Center!

This free, indoor walking program offers a warm and dry place to walk and stay active during the cold, wet months.

*Check out the schedule here!  [ https://www.kentwa.gov/departments/kent-parks/programs-activities/adult-fitness?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*

showalk

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youth basketball

Don’t forget to sign your child up for Youth Basketball!

This program is open to all students in grades K-12, and provides participants with a fun and supportive environment to learn how to play the game and grow as both an athlete and teammate.

The registration deadline for Kindergarten, Grade 1 and Grades 6-12 is Tuesday, December 12. Late registrations are accepted, contact the Kent Commons with any questions! 253-856-5100

Register now at *MyKentParks.com/Register [ http://mykentparks.com/Register?fbclid=IwAR3CFWD05YqRTr79aWdjNX8ukdDZFvbWOmZqdpI6bk3H0Cehg66ovP4iLfo&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*



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Spotlight Series 

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queens cartoonist

The 2023-2024 Spotlight Series is underway! The Queen’s Cartoonists perform music from cartoons! Pulling from over 100 years of animation, TQC’s performances are perfectly synchronized to the films projected on stage.

The band matches the energy of the cartoons, leading the audience through a world of virtuosic musicianship, multi-instrumental mayhem, and comedy.

Projections of animated films dazzle the audience, while the band re-creates original soundtracks note-for-note, or writes their own fresh compositions to modern pieces, all the while breathing new life into two uniquely American forms of art: jazz and animation.

Tying everything together is the TQC brand of comedy - anecdotes about the cartoons and their composers, stream-of-consciousness humor, and elements of a musical circus. Get tickets and *see the line-up of performances for the 2024 season online! [ https://www.kentwa.gov/departments/kent-parks/arts/spotlight-series?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*

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Are you an immigrant, refugee or new to the community? A friendly Welcoming Ambassador can connect you to information and resources!

??Tuesdays until December 19

⌚ 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

*This is a drop-in service on Tuesdays at the Kent Library. [ https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?_gl=1%2Abin7lp%2A_ga%2AMTQwNTU5Nzk0My4xNjk1OTM5MDA1%2A_ga_G99DMMNG39%2AMTcwMTQ1MzA2Ni4zLjAuMTcwMTQ1MzA2Ni4wLjAuMA..%2A_ga_87TS29R5HD%2AMTcwMTQ1MzA2Ni4zLjAuMTcwMTQ1MzA2Ni4wLjAuMA..%2A_ga_GSN8Q2NL99%2AMTcwMDUwMzA3Mi4xLjAuMTcwMDUwMzA3Mi4wLjAuMA..%2A_ga_VP05GNK0XC%2AMTcwMDUwMzA3Mi4xLjAuMTcwMDUwMzA3Mi4wLjAuMA..%2A_ga_QXTYXDVVNT%2AMTcwMDUwMzA3Mi4xLjAuMTcwMDUwMzA3Mi4wLjAuMA..&locations=BC_VIRTUAL%2C1520&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*

welcoming center

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Business Impact NW

Exciting news for Kent's vibrant business community! The City of Kent, in partnership with Business Impact NW, is excited to announce a three-year initiative designed to empower our local entrepreneurs.

If you are a small business operating in Kent, you will benefit from a network of connections and resources that are not only extensive but also easy to navigate, ensuring that businesses can focus on growth and long-term sustainability. To learn more and sign up for services, visit *Business Impact NW - City of Kent [ https://businessimpactnw.org/cityofkent/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*



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Do you want to be more involved in your city? Consider joining the Bicycle Advisory Board, which advises our City Council, Mayor and staff on projects, policies and programs that affect bicycling conditions. ?? Learn more at *bit.ly/3rlOSBV! [ http://bit.ly/3rlOSBV?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*

KBAB

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HIring

We're hiring! Check out our featured jobs and great opportunities on our hiring page at *Jobs.KentWA.gov*! [ https://jobs.kentwa.gov/jobs?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]



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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.

raskc

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KentNow

Don't forget to check out the new episode of the KentNOW podcast!  Tracy, Josh and Kyle talk to Heather Martin from our Public Works Department about Fats, Oils and Grease and how it can damage your pipes. They also talk to cookbook author Christina Arokiasamy, and food blogger Erika Diama. Listen to new and previous episodes on:
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?? Spotify *spoti.fi/3GNCeli [ https://t.co/MccBJhOIlp?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*
?? Amazon Music *amzn.to/3jjaOvU [ https://amzn.to/3jjaOvU?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*



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