City of Kent Government

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Kent is the sixth largest city in Washington State and the third largest city in King County, and even with a population of nearly 130,000 residents, we have a hometown feel and the capacity for continued growth. Kent is one of the fastest growing cities in the state and the tenth most culturally diverse city in the nation, located in the center of the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan area. Our city re

flects our unique regional position and is well-connected, with a stop for the Sounder rail and positioned just minutes from one of the nation’s busiest airports and two seaports, which allows us to bring the world to America and America’s products to the world. Nearly a third of our residents were born in another country, and more than 130 languages are spoken in Kent homes, businesses and schools. As a minority-majority city with forty percent of our residents speaking languages other than English, we recognize the tremendous value of the diverse perspectives and lived experiences of our residents, and we are committed to expanding our ability to communicate using inclusive and accessible language as effectively as possible. As a testament to the city’s multicultural population, Kent offers some of the most unique international foods in the region, and boasts a bounty of ethnic restaurants, shops and boutiques. Kent also offers a variety of green spaces including parks and trails that are great for walking, biking, relaxing, enjoying art and swimming. There are 73 parks, miniparks, playfields, skateparks, greenbelts, trails and other facilities, rivaling many other large cities. Our city is also a hub for innovation and commercial distribution and is always seeking ways to attract and retain businesses and commerce. The Kent Industrial Valley is the fourth largest manufacturing and distribution center in the country, and generates one-eighth of the state’s GDP, totaling nearly $50 billion annually. Kent is dedicated to building a thriving, sustainable and inclusive community through innovative leadership, inspired teamwork, and an unwavering devotion to responsibly advancing our quality of life. Kent has a great business climate and is a safe, connected and beautiful city that is culturally vibrant with richly diverse urban centers, and a place where businesses change the world.

09/05/2026

Get out and explore Kent! 🌲✨
Where will today take you?

Kent's first city hall was built at the corner of Second Street South and Gowe Street West sometime around 1890. 🔔 In 19...
09/05/2026

Kent's first city hall was built at the corner of Second Street South and Gowe Street West sometime around 1890.

🔔 In 1906, the City added a bell tower next to the building!

👨‍🚒 Kent's fire department was on the first floor and the city council chamber and clerk's office were on the second floor at the time.

🧱 In 1921, the old wooden building was replaced by a larger brick structure at the same location.

Happy Friday, Kent! From upcoming Green Kent events to TeamUp2CleanUp, there are plenty of opportunities to roll up your...
09/05/2026

Happy Friday, Kent!

From upcoming Green Kent events to TeamUp2CleanUp, there are plenty of opportunities to roll up your sleeves, get involved and help take care of the city we all call home.

I hope you enjoy this week’s update and have a great holiday weekend!

Dana Ralph, Kent Mayor

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Happy Friday! City of Kent sent this bulletin at 09/04/2026 09:36 AM PDT Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. September 4, 2026 Happy Friday, Kent! Hope the kids had a great first few days of school! As a reminder: all city facilities including Kent City Hall, the Centennial Cen...

Did you know that most of our stormwater flows untreated to our rivers, lakes, oceans and other water sources? Untreated...
09/04/2026

Did you know that most of our stormwater flows untreated to our rivers, lakes, oceans and other water sources? Untreated stormwater can be a major source of pollution, which harms aquatic life, water quality, and the surrounding environment.

Want to help keep our waterways clean? Do so by adopting and maintaining a storm drain. Visit https://wa.adopt-a-drain.org/ to adopt a drain and help protect our water quality.

Today is National Food Bank Day! The Kent Food Bank provides important resources to residents facing food insecurity in ...
09/04/2026

Today is National Food Bank Day! The Kent Food Bank provides important resources to residents facing food insecurity in the Kent community. 🌯🥑

It's located in the Alliance Center in downtown Kent, home to social services offered by South County Area Human Services.

Flat and family-friendly, Kent Valley Ride is a 9-mile clockwise loop that follows the Green River and Interurban Trails...
09/03/2026

Flat and family-friendly, Kent Valley Ride is a 9-mile clockwise loop that follows the Green River and Interurban Trails. The trail features several parks perfect for a picnic or a quick rest. https://bit.ly/4hLYwWF

We're hiring! 😁 Check out our featured jobs and find great opportunities on our hiring page at Jobs.KentWA.gov!🟡 Design ...
09/03/2026

We're hiring! 😁 Check out our featured jobs and find great opportunities on our hiring page at Jobs.KentWA.gov!

🟡 Design Engineer 3
🟡 City Land Surveyor
🟡 Park Operations Laborer (Limited-Hour)

Stay connected with all the happenings in Kent! 📬 KentWA.gov/Subscribe📺 youtube.com/
09/03/2026

Stay connected with all the happenings in Kent!
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09/03/2026

A little tech help can go a long way. 💻📱

Our Tech Pop-Up at the Kent Senior Activity Center gave older adults a chance to get one-on-one help with phones, tablets, apps, passwords and more, all in a welcoming, no-pressure setting.

A big thank you to the Senior Tech Foundation and everyone who helped make the event possible. We loved seeing so many questions answered and a little more confidence gained along the way.

Looking for a space to host your next gathering? Kent Commons Community Center offers a variety of rooms that can accomm...
09/03/2026

Looking for a space to host your next gathering? Kent Commons Community Center offers a variety of rooms that can accommodate different group sizes and activities.

Whether you’re planning a birthday party, reception, meeting, community event, there are flexible spaces available to fit a variety of needs.

With tons of options, Kent Commons provides a convenient place to come together.

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220 4th Avenue S
Kent, WA
98032

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