Kent public meetings in 2024
83 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Bicycle Advisory Board - Bicycle Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Kent Bicycle Advisory Board will approve the minutes from the November 2024 meeting and consider several items, including a proposed code language for a youth board member, a Community Spark Grant request, and a 2025 swag order. The board will also receive reports from the KC Metro South Link Connection, Youth Board Member Committee, Speed Limits Committee, Festival & Events Sub‑Committee, and Bicycle Infrastructure Sub‑Committee. The meeting runs from 5:45 PM to 7:00 PM and is open by phone and in the Centennial Center.
- Youth Board Member Code Language – decision
- Community Spark Grant – discussion
- 2025 Swag Order – discussion
- KC Metro South Link Connection – report
- Bicycle Infrastructure Sub‑Committee Report – report
Parks & Recreation Commission - Parks & Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting
The Kent Parks & Recreation Commission will approve the November 2024 meeting minutes and a Youth Board Member code language. It will reject a Community Spark Grant request, a 2025 swag order, and a KC Metro South Link Connection proposal. The agenda also includes reports from sub‑committees on youth, speed limits, festivals, bicycles, communications, and upcoming meetings.
- Approve November 2024 meeting minutes (Yes)
- Approve Youth Board Member Code Language (Yes)
- Reject Community Spark Grant (No)
- Reject 2025 Swag Order (No)
- Reject KC Metro South Link Connection (No)
Human Services Commission - Human Services Commission - Special Meeting
The Human Services Commission will hold a special meeting on December 19, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. The meeting will gather to celebrate the successes of 2024. Commissioners will tour Vine Maple Place at 24044 104th Avenue SE, #102 to learn about the services provided there. No formal decisions or policy actions are listed on the agenda.
- Celebration of 2024 successes by the Human Services Commission
- Tour of Vine Maple Place to learn about its services
Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging Board - Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging Board - Reg
The Human Services Commission is holding a special meeting to celebrate 2024 successes. The body will tour Vine Maple Place to learn about the services provided at that location.
- Tour of Vine Maple Place at 24044 104th Avenue SE #102
Arts Commission - Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Arts Commission is meeting to conduct elections for 2025 officers and update bylaws regarding their meeting location. The body will also consider an additional application for the 2025 Community Arts Support Program from the Kent Downtown Partnership.
- Election of 2025 Officers
- Bylaws update to reflect current location
- 2025 Community Arts Support Program application from Kent Downtown Partnership
- Approval of October minutes
- Updates on the 2025-2029 City Art Plan
Parks & Recreation Commission - Parks & Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting
The commission met on Dec 11, 2024 to receive updates from the director on several park projects and upcoming programs. Items included a renovation update for Kent Commons, a preview of the 2025 volunteerism program, a Riverbend restaurant update, recruitment for the commission, facilities planning, and seasonal lifeguard hiring. The meeting also featured a presentation of the Kent Parks Climate Plan. No formal actions or votes were recorded for these items.
- Kent Commons renovation update
- 2025 volunteerism program preview (January)
- Riverbend restaurant update
- Parks commission recruitment discussion
- Kent Parks Climate Plan presentation
Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting
The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole will consider adopting the 2044 Comprehensive Plan, updating zoning codes, and amending school and fire impact fees. The body will also authorize contracts for housing code updates and approve various budget adjustments and interlocal agreements.
- Adopt 2044 Comprehensive Plan and zoning code changes
- Adopt emergency ordinance amending school and fire impact fees
- Authorize contract with Platform Design, LLC for housing code updates
- Authorize interlocal agreement with Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority
- Adopt budget adjustments totaling $21,339,430
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting
The Kent City Council meeting will consider a series of consent calendar items, including approvals of contracts, grant awards, and ordinance adoptions. The council will adopt the 2025-2026 Biennial Budget and the 2025 Property Tax Levy Ordinance. Additional items include the adoption of the 2044 Comprehensive Plan and related zoning code changes.
- Approve Goods and Services Agreement with Perfect Image
- Authorize Consultant Contract with Platform Design, LLC for housing code updates
- Adopt Ordinance adopting the 2044 Comprehensive Plan
- Adopt Ordinance adopting rezones and zoning code changes to implement the 2044 Comprehensive Plan
- Adopt Ordinance adopting the 2025-2026 Biennial Budget
City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting
The Kent City Council will vote on the 2025‑2026 Biennial Budget and the 2025 Property Tax Levy Ordinance. The meeting also includes a public hearing, public comment period, and a consent calendar with multiple contract and ordinance authorizations. Additional items include approvals for agreements with Perfect Image, Platform Design, LLC, and a Washington State DOT pedestrian safety project.
- Adopt Ordinance for the 2025‑2026 Biennial Budget
- Adopt Property Tax Levy Ordinance
- Authorize Goods and Services Agreement with Perfect Image
- Authorize Consultant Contract with Platform Design, LLC for Housing Code updates
- Accept Washington State DOT funds for Pacific Hwy S. (SR 99) Pedestrian Crossing Safety Improvement Project
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting
The Land Use and Planning Board will approve the minutes from the November 12, 2024 meeting. It will hear a presentation on the Quarter 3 2024 Economic and Community Development updates, followed by a presentation of the 2025 LUPB Work Plan. The board will also recognize Shane Amodei and Sally McDonough for their service before adjourning.
- Approval of November 12, 2024 meeting minutes
- Quarter 3 2024 Economic & Community Development update presentation
- 2025 Land Use and Planning Board work plan presentation
- Appreciation for Shane Amodei and Sally McDonough
- Adjournment of the meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting
The Kent Land Use and Planning Board will approve the minutes from the November 12, 2024 meeting, hear a brief update on Quarter 3 2024 Economic and Community Development activities, and receive an informational presentation on the 2025 LUPB Work Plan. The meeting also includes an appreciation for two board members and concludes with adjournment. No policy decisions or votes are scheduled for the updates.
- Approval of November 12, 2024 minutes
- Quarter 3 2024 ECD Updates (informational)
- 2025 LUPB Work Plan (informational)
- Appreciation for Shane Amodei and Sally McDonough
- Adjournment
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee - Lodging Tax Advisory Committee-Regular Meeting
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will approve the September 19, 2024 meeting minutes, review the current budget and revenue trends, and evaluate and score 14 grant applications submitted for the Fall 2024 cycle. A finance presentation will show about $280,000 available for awards while maintaining a required minimum fund balance of $50,000. The meeting will also include a 2024 summary and a proposal for 2025 tourism initiatives.
- Approval of September 19, 2024 minutes
- Review of budget showing roughly $280,000 available for grant awards
- Evaluation and scoring of 14 lodging‑tax grant applications
- 2024 summary and 2025 tourism proposal presentation
- Minimum fund balance requirement of $50,000
Bicycle Advisory Board - Bicycle Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Kent Bicycle Advisory Board will review several committee reports, including updates on the Target Zero Action Plan, youth board activities, speed‑limit recommendations, festival and events planning, and bicycle infrastructure projects. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda consists of informational updates and upcoming meeting notices.
- Target Zero Action Plan – update (report)
- Youth Board Member Committee – report
- Speed Limits Committee – report
- Festival & Events Sub‑Committee – report
- Bicycle Infrastructure Sub‑Committee – report
Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting
The committee is meeting to review available budget and revenue trends for lodging taxes. Members will evaluate and score 14 grant applications for events primarily occurring in 2025 to promote business and leisure tourism.
- Evaluation of 14 lodging tax grant applications
- Review of October 2024 Lodging Tax Operating Report
- Discussion of Jay Ray 2024 Summary and 2025 Proposal
- Grant request from Kent Downtown Partnership for Cajun Festival ($20,000)
- Grant request from Seattle Thunderbirds ($58,500)
Human Services Commission - Human Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Kent Human Services Commission reviewed agreements, considered the CDBG Consolidated Plan, and gathered input for the Human Services Strategic Plan. Commissioners nominated a Chair and Co‑Chair for 2025 and planned future agenda topics. The meeting concluded with information sharing about a candidate forum on November 14, 2024.
- Nomination of Chair and Co‑Chair for 2025 (Merina/Christine)
- Review of Agreements – development of commission norms
- CDBG – Consolidated Plan discussion (Christine)
- Presentation on the Human Services Strategic Plan (Lori Guilfoyle)
- Agenda planning – soliciting future topics and program spotlights
Civil Service Commission - Civil Service Commission - Special Meeting
The Kent Civil Service Commission will vote to approve the minutes from the October 23, 2024 regular meeting and accept several consent items appointing staff to regular or probationary positions. It will also approve continuous testing eligibility lists for entry‑level Corrections Officer, entry‑level Police Officer, and lateral/experienced Corrections Officer established on November 13, 2024. Additionally, the commission will consider action items to set testing procedures for a vacant Records Specialist position and to extend the Corrections Sergeant eligibility list by five months.
- Approve minutes from the October 23, 2024 regular Commission meeting
- Accept letters appointing Officer Mark Mandella, Probationary Police Recruit Aldo Mendoza Chavez, and Police Data Analyst Emilie Christopher to regular employment
- Approve continuous testing eligibility lists for entry‑level Corrections Officer, entry‑level Police Officer, and lateral/experienced Corrections Officer (established Nov 13 2024)
- Adopt testing process for vacant Records Specialist position: 100% computer‑based assessment, background and polygraph pass/fail; post externally if in‑house pool insufficient
- Extend the Corrections Sergeant eligibility list by five months
Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting
The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole will consider authorizing consultant service agreements, a budget adjustment ordinance, and various public works contracts. The meeting will also include informational updates on financial reports and waste rate adjustments.
- Authorize Consultant Services Agreement with Protingent Inc.
- Authorize Amendment to Consultant Services Agreement with Robert Half International, Inc.
- Adopt Consolidating Budget Adjustment Ordinance for October 2024
- Authorize Agreement with KPG Psomas, Inc. for Interurban Trail Design
- Authorize 2025 Recycle Event Management Contract with Olympic Environmental Resources, Inc.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting
The Kent City Council will hold a workshop to receive updates on the Green River, drainage systems, and the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System. Written public comments must be submitted three hours prior to the meeting.
- Green River update presented by Mike Mactutis
- Drainage update presented by Jens Vincent
- National Pollution Discharge Elimination System update presented by Laura Haren
- Written public comments must be submitted three hours prior to the meeting
- Meeting broadcast available on Kent TV21 and online
City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting
The Kent City Council will hold three public hearings: one on the 2044 Comprehensive Plan, one on adopting and updating SEPA categorical exemptions, and one on rezoning and zoning code changes to implement the plan. The council will also consider several consent‑calendar ordinances, including changes to public facility use, budget adjustments, and B&O tax rates. Additional reports and public comment will follow the hearings.
- Public hearing for the 2044 Comprehensive Plan
- Public hearing on adopting and updating SEPA categorical exemptions
- Public hearing on various rezones and zoning code changes to implement the 2044 Comprehensive Plan
- Ordinance repealing and replacing Section 9.02.710 (exclusion of illegal activity in public facilities)
- Ordinance amending KCC 3.28.050 – B&O Tax Manufacturing Gross Receipts Rate and Retailing Gross Receipts Maximum
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Disability Retirement Board - Disability Retirement Board - Regular Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss several consultant agreements and a budget adjustment ordinance. The body is also reviewing contracts for water treatment chemicals, recycle event management, and trail design.
- Consultant Services Agreement with Protingent Inc.
- Amendment to Consultant Services Agreement with Robert Half International, Inc.
- Consolidating Budget Adjustment Ordinance for October 1-31, 2024
- Agreement with KPG Psomas, Inc. for Interurban Trail at Naden Avenue Design
- 2025 Water Treatment Chemical Supply agreement with JCI Jones Chemicals, Inc.
Arts Commission - Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Kent Arts Commission will vote on a loan request for Herbert Bayer renderings. It will also discuss the 2025 Community Arts Support Program panel recommendations and review two Give Me Culture grant applications. Additional agenda items include updates on the Spotlight Series and the 2025 Summer Concerts.
- Approval of Herbert Bayer renderings loan out request
- Discussion of 2025 Community Arts Support Program panel recommendations
- Review of 2025 Give Me Culture grant applications – Kinara Park Kids Classroom mural and Culture Generation – Taste of Kent/Taste of Community
- Spotlight Series 2024-2025 update (Magical Strings 12/8)
- 2025 Summer Concerts update
Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Special Meeting
The Land Use and Planning Board will hold a hearing and consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding the Draft 2044 Kent Comprehensive Plan. The board will also discuss SEPA exemptions and zoning updates related to the city's growth plan.
- Draft 2044 Kent Comprehensive Plan hearing and recommendation
- Proposed SEPA categorical exemptions for infill development
- Proposed amendments to Kent City Code Chapters 11.03 and 15.04
- Rezones and zoning updates initiated with the Comprehensive Plan Update
- Proposed restrictions on new gasoline service stations in NCC, mixed use, and downtown zones
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting
At the special meeting on Nov 12, 2024, the Kent Land Use and Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the Draft 2044 Kent Comprehensive Plan and will make a recommendation to City Council on its adoption. The board will also consider rezoning updates intended to align the land‑use map with the plan’s new designations. Staff will present proposed categorical SEPA infill exemptions and related code amendments.
- Recommendation to adopt the Draft 2044 Kent Comprehensive Plan (subject to final edits)
- Rezoning updates: allow nurseries in Neighborhood Convenience Commercial zones and restrict new gasoline stations in NCC and mixed‑use/downtown districts
- Adopt a new SEPA infill exemption for development consistent with the Comprehensive Plan EIS (RCW 43.21C.229)
- Update flexible‑threshold categorical exemption for minor new construction (WAC 197‑11‑800)
- Repeal the Downtown Kent Planned Action Ordinance and its Infill Development categorical exemption
Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting
The Committee of the Whole approved several ordinances, including a $28,979,300 budget adjustments ordinance that consolidates July‑September 2024 changes. The body also adopted the 2025‑2026 biennial budget, a property tax levy ordinance, and a B&O tax rate change. Additional actions included a resolution exempting permit‑fee refund penalties and authorizing an easement for Puget Sound Energy at the Kent East Hill Operations Center.
- Adopt Ordinance No. 4502 consolidating budget adjustments, increasing the budget by $28,979,300
- Adopt the 2025‑2026 Biennial Budget ordinance
- Adopt Property Tax Levy ordinance
- Adopt B&O Tax Manufacturing Gross Receipts rate change and Retailing Gross Receipts maximum change (Ordinance 3.28.050)
- Authorize easement to Puget Sound Energy at Kent East Hill Operations Center (KEHOC)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting
The Kent City Council will meet to approve bills, authorize contracts, and consider a rezone ordinance. The meeting includes public comment and reports from staff.
- Parayil Rezone Ordinance - Adopt
- Agreement with Dynamic Language Center for ARPA-funded translation services
- Cooperative Purchasing Agreement – Angel Armor, LLC
- Easement to Puget Sound Energy at Kent East Hill Operations Center
- Approval of minutes from October 15, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Public Facilities District Board - Public Facilities District Board - Regular Meeting
The Board will meet to welcome new members Sercan Hepsener and Randall Smith. The agenda includes financial reports from the City of Kent and accesso ShoWare Center, as well as operational and Thunderbirds updates.
- Welcome of new board members Sercan Hepsener (Position #1) and Randall Smith (Position #3)
- Approval of April 25, 2024 meeting minutes
- Financial reports from City of Kent and accesso ShoWare Center
- Operational updates from General Manager Tim Higgins and Marketing Update from Kelly Spreitzer-Saucer
- Thunderbirds update from Colin Campbell
City Council Meeting - City Council Special Meeting
The Kent City Council will meet to discuss the Community Advisory Group for the 2044 Comprehensive Plan. Public participation is not permitted at this session.
- Community Advisory Group for 2044 Comprehensive Plan
- Meeting at 220 Fourth Avenue South, Kent
- No public participation allowed
Bicycle Advisory Board - Bicycle Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Kent Bicycle Advisory Board will vote on the 2025 board meeting schedule. It will also receive reports on the Commute Trip Reduction Program, the addition of youth board members, the Festival & Events Sub‑Committee, and the Bicycle Infrastructure Sub‑Committee. The meeting includes routine items such as roll call, minutes approval, and announcements of upcoming meetings.
- Approval of the 2025 Board Meeting Schedule
- Commute Trip Reduction Program & Plan report
- Discussion of adding youth board members
- Festival & Events Sub‑Committee report
- Bicycle Infrastructure Sub‑Committee report
Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting
The Land Use and Planning Board will hear staff present an overview of the Draft 2044 Kent Comprehensive Plan. The board will also discuss proposed rezoning and zoning changes to support the plan, including new allowances for nurseries in the Neighborhood Convenience Commercial zone and restrictions on gasoline stations. A briefing on new SEPA infill exemptions, including adoption of an exemption, threshold updates, and repeal of the Downtown Kent Planned Action Ordinance, will be provided. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of the September 23 minutes.
- Presentation of the Draft 2044 Kent Comprehensive Plan
- Rezones and zoning changes to support the plan (e.g., nurseries in NCC zone, gasoline station restrictions)
- Briefing on SEPA infill exemptions (adopt new exemption, update thresholds, repeal Downtown Kent PAO)
- Approval of September 23, 2024 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Civil Service Commission - Civil Service Commission - Regular Meeting
The Commission will consider approving eligibility lists for entry-level police and corrections officers. The body will also review personnel updates, including new hires and officers completing probationary periods.
- Approval of Continuous Testing Eligibility List for Entry Level Corrections Officer (established Oct 15, 2024)
- Approval of Continuous Testing Eligibility List for Entry Level Police Officer (established Oct 15, 2024)
- Probationary period completions for Bryce Moore, Karl Peterson, and Eric Tung
- New hires for Nicholas Long, Tristen McDaniel, and Guillermo Bosch
- Review of eligibility list removals through October 14, 2024
Human Services Commission - Human Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Human Services Commission is meeting to review the Human Services Strategic Plan and discuss agreements. The body will also introduce a new commissioner and plan future agendas.
- Discussion of Human Services Strategic Plan
- Review of Agreements
- Introduction of a new commissioner
- Approval of September 19, 2024, minutes
Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging Board - Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging Board - Reg
The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Board will evaluate its strategic plan. The meeting also includes routine roll call, agenda changes, and adjournment.
- Roll Call / Call to order
- Changes to the Agenda
- Rating of Strategic Plan
Firefighters' Relief Pension Board - FRPB - Regular Meeting
The Firefighters’ Relief & Pension Board met on Oct 15, 2024 to adopt the agenda, approve the July 16, 2024 minutes, and receive a financial report. Motions to approve the agenda and the minutes each passed unanimously (4‑0). Finance Director Paula Painter presented cash, investment and revenue figures for the fund. The meeting adjourned at 3:35 p.m.
- Approve agenda – motion passed 4‑0
- Approve minutes of July 16, 2024 – motion passed 4‑0
- Financial report presented – cash $2,363,441, investments $1,140,536, total revenues $444,179, total expenses $171,214
- Adjournment at 3:35 p.m.
Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will review several departmental authorizations, including contracts for document translation and public safety equipment. The body will also discuss a King County flood control grant and review the August 2024 financial report.
- Agreement with Dynamic Language Center, LTD for ARPA-funded document translation services
- Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with Angel Armor, LLC
- Authorization of write-offs for uncollectable accounts
- Information item on 2025 King County Flood Control District Sub-Regional Opportunity Grant
- Review of August 2024 Financial Report
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting
The City Council is holding a workshop to review financial planning for the upcoming biennium. Finance Director Paula Painter and Human Services Manager Merina Hanson will present information on the budget and human services funding.
- Presentation on the 2025-2026 Biennial Budget
- Overview of 2025-2026 Human Services Funding
City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting
The council will conduct a second public hearing on the 2025‑2026 Biennial Budget, including how opioid settlement funds will be used. A second public hearing will also address the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program. A public hearing on the 2024 Tax Levy for the 2025 budget will be held. Additional agenda items include routine consent calendar approvals, contract authorizations, and the award of the Willis Street Improvements Project bid.
- Second public hearing on the 2025‑2026 Biennial Budget (opioid settlement funds)
- Second public hearing on the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program
- Public hearing on the 2024 Tax Levy for the 2025 Budget
- Willis Street Improvements Project bid – award
- Agreement with LW Sundstrom for Downtown Lots Clean Up – authorize
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting
The board will meet to approve minutes from July 16, 2024, and receive financial reports. The meeting is primarily procedural and informational.
- Approval of July 16, 2024 meeting minutes
- Financial reports including Cash and Investments as of June 30, 2024
- Review of Statement of Revenues and Expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2024
City Council Meeting - City Council Special Meeting
The council will vote on a motion to approve the purchase of the CenterPoint Office Park at 20610 68th Avenue South for $11,250,000. The agreement includes land, the building, and all fixtures, with a $150,000 earnest‑money deposit and up to $100,000 reimbursement for surplus items. Funding will come from reserve balances in the Facilities Project Fund, and closing is scheduled for November 7, 2024. The property is planned for a new municipal services building and to relocate the police headquarters and council chambers.
- Purchase price of $11,250,000 for the property
- Earnest‑money deposit of $150,000 to be paid within three business days
- Closing expected on November 7, 2024, within 30 days of council approval
- Funding from reserve balances in the Facilities Project Fund
- BECU will reimburse up to $100,000 for surplus furniture, fixtures, or equipment
Council Workshop - Workshop Special Meeting
The City Council will receive an update on the 2025-2026 Biennial Budget. Members will also review a proposed Climate Element for the 2044 Comprehensive Plan, which is required by state law HB 1181.
- 2025-2026 Biennial Budget update
- 2044 Comprehensive Plan Update: Climate Element overview
- Proposed goals to track climate hazards and update Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory
- Proposed strategies for climate hazard preparedness and community outreach
- Proposed measures to manage climate risks to infrastructure and natural lands
Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will adopt several actions, including an ordinance amending Title 15 of the Kent City Code to address behavioral health facilities. Council members will also appoint a member to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee and approve agreements for downtown lot cleanup, Boeing Rock recreation/habitat enhancement, and the purchase of the Waller property for $140,000. Additional resolutions will recognize the Village at Single Creek, Sunrise Meadows, and three neighborhood councils. Informational items include a 2044 Comprehensive Plan update and a commute‑trip reduction program update.
- Ordinance amending Title 15 of the Kent City Code to address behavioral health facilities – Adopted
- Appointment to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee – Appointed
- Agreement with LW Sundstrom for downtown lots clean‑up – Authorized
- Boeing Rock Recreation/Habitat Enhancement Grant Agreement – Authorized
- Purchase and Sale Agreement for the Waller property at 115 Naden Avenue South for $140,000 – Approved
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting
The City Council is holding a workshop to review the 2025-2026 Biennial Budget. Finance Director Paula Painter will present the budget details to the council.
- Presentation of the 2025-2026 Biennial Budget
City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting
The Kent City Council will conduct its first public hearings on the 2025‑2026 Biennial Budget, including how opioid settlement funds will be used, and on the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program. The meeting also includes routine agenda items such as approvals of minutes, appointments to commissions, and authorizations for contracts and projects. A presentation will be given on the proposed purchase of a building for a Municipal Services Center and plans to renovate the Centennial Center for City Hall and Police Services.
- First public hearing on the 2025‑2026 Biennial Budget and opioid settlement fund priorities
- First public hearing on the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program
- Authorize acceptance of the 2024 Asphalt Grinding Project as complete
- Authorize Medical and Stop Loss Contracts
- Presentation on purchase of building for Municipal Services Center and renovation of Centennial Center
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Bicycle Advisory Board - Bicycle Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bicycle Advisory Board is meeting to review August 2024 minutes and hold conversations regarding speed reduction. The board will also discuss planning for a Bike Rodeo and the Bike, Walk, and Roll Summit.
- Speed reduction conversation
- Bike, Walk, and Roll Summit discussion
- Bike Rodeo planning
- Festival & Events Sub-Committee report
- Bicycle Infrastructure Sub-Committee report
Civil Service Commission - Civil Service Commission - Regular Meeting
The commission will accept resignation memos for several police and corrections officers, including Officer Jake Pursley (effective Sep 2 2024) and Officer Brian Ortiz (effective Sep 12 2024). It will also approve new continuous‑testing eligibility lists for entry‑level and experienced police and corrections positions established on Sep 18 2024, and an eligibility list for Police Data Analyst established on Sep 5 2024. Additionally, a memo proposes testing procedures for the Sergeant rank and announces the rescheduling of the November meeting and cancellation of the December meeting.
- Accept resignation memos for Officer Jake Pursley (effective Sep 2 2024) and Officer Micaela Wiley (effective Sep 9 2024)
- Accept resignation memos for Corrections Officers Riheendd Johnson and Brian Ortiz (both effective Sep 12 2024)
- Approve continuous‑testing eligibility lists for entry‑level and lateral police and corrections officers (established Sep 18 2024)
- Approve eligibility list for Police Data Analyst (established Sep 5 2024)
- Action items: memo to test for Sergeant rank with 100% assessment weighting; memo to reschedule November meeting and cancel December meeting
Parks & Recreation Commission - Parks & Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting
The Kent Parks & Recreation Commission will review the 2025‑2026 Parks Budget Update and a GIS presentation. Commissioners will consider options for the December meeting and hold an election for a new Vice Chair, pending quorum. The meeting also includes a planning and discussion segment.
- 2025‑2026 Parks Budget Update
- December meeting options
- Election of new Vice Chair (quorum dependent)
- Parks GIS Presentation
- Commission Planning, Updates, and Discussion
City Council Meeting - City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will hold a special meeting to hear Mayor Dana Ralph's 2025-2026 Biennial Budget Message. No other agenda items involve decisions or votes. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.
- Mayor Ralph's 2025-2026 Biennial Budget Message
Council Workshop - Workshop Special Meeting
The council will hold a workshop to hear Finance Director Paula Painter’s presentation on the 2025‑2026 biennial budget. Written public comments may be submitted in advance and will be entered into the record, but they will not be read aloud. The workshop is scheduled for September 23, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. in the chambers.
- Presentation of the 2025‑2026 Biennial Budget by Finance Director Paula Painter (75 min)
Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Special Meeting
The Land Use and Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to Title 15 of the Kent City Code. The board will vote on whether to recommend that City Council adopt these changes to update zoning for behavioral health and opioid treatment facilities.
- Public hearing on Title 15 amendments for Behavioral Health Facilities
- Proposed updates to allowed zones for Opioid Treatment Programs
- Proposed addition of Enhanced Service Facilities and Behavioral Health Treatment Facilities to the land use table
- Proposed new definitions for Community Based Behavioral Health Facility and Intensive Behavioral Health Treatment Facility
- Approval of September 9, 2024 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Human Services Commission - Human Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Human Services Commission will vote to approve the April, May, June and July 2024 meeting minutes. Commissioners will hear a debrief on the application process, discuss commission planning and agenda development, and receive general updates. No other motions are listed for this meeting.
- Approval of April, May, June, July 2024 minutes
- Application Process Debrief
- Commission Planning discussion
- Agenda Development discussion
- General Updates from staff
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee - Lodging Tax Advisory Committee-Regular Meeting
The committee is meeting to approve minutes from January 2024 and review current lodging tax revenues. Finance Department representative Shane Sorenson will provide an overview of available funds and year-over-year revenue trends.
- Review of August 2024 Lodging Tax Operating Report
- Approval of January 25, 2024 meeting minutes
- Analysis of 2024 year-to-date lodging tax revenues of $151,143
Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting
The Committee of the Whole approved the minutes from the September 3 meeting, authorized payment of bills, and received informational financial reports. It adopted resolutions recognizing three neighborhood councils and approved a purchase and sale agreement for the Waller property. The council also authorized a $827,366 grant from the King County Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy for senior center programs and a fire alarm replacement contract at Kent Commons costing up to $353,786.34. Additional authorizations included a construction‑management agreement for the Meeker Street multimodal project.
- Authorize $827,366 grant from King County Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy for senior center programs
- Authorize Siemens agreement for Kent Commons fire alarm replacement, cost not to exceed $353,786.34
- Authorize Consultant Services Agreement with Akana (Cooper Zietz Engineers Inc.) for Meeker Street Multimodal, Kent Elementary School and Meeker Street at 64th Avenue Intersection Project
- Approve Waller Purchase and Sale Agreement
- Adopt resolutions recognizing Hillshire, Garrison Glen, and Nature Trails Townhomes (Springwood) Neighborhood Councils
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting
The City Council workshop will feature a presentation by Long Range Planning Manager Kristen Holdsworth on the 2044 Comprehensive Plan Housing Element. The update covers recent changes to state law, regional planning policies, and city initiatives such as the Kent Housing Options Plan and accessory dwelling unit standards. The council will discuss how the Preferred Land Use Alternative meets new housing capacity and affordability requirements and outline implementation steps, including code updates planned for 2025.
- Presentation on Housing Element updates by Kristen Holdsworth
- Discussion of new state and regional housing requirements
- Review of Kent Housing Options Plan and ADU development standards
- Outline of code updates slated for 2025
City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting
The Kent City Council will consider and vote on a contract with Siemens to replace fire alarms at Kent Commons. The council will also authorize funding for the King County Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services levy and adopt a resolution supporting the school district's Proposition No. 1 capital projects levy. Other items include appointing a board member to the Kent Special Events Public Facilities District and accepting completion of the Morrill Meadows Park renovation.
- Agreement with Siemens for Kent Commons fire alarm replacement – authorization
- Resolution delegating authority to designate costs for bond reimbursement – adoption
- King County Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy for 2024‑2026 – authorization
- Resolution to support Proposition No. 1, Kent School District 415 capital projects and technology levy – adoption
- Appointment to the Kent Special Events Public Facilities District Board – appointment
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Disability Retirement Board - Disability Retirement Board - Special Meeting
The Disability Retirement Board is holding a special meeting to review cost surveys. The board will discuss current costs for nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and hearing aids.
- 2024 Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities Cost Survey
- 2024 Hearing Aids Cost Survey
- Approval of January 11, 2024 minutes
Arts Commission - Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Kent Arts Commission will discuss updates from its Performing Arts and Visual Arts committees, including the 2024‑2025 Spotlight Series and current gallery exhibitions. It will approve the “Give Me Culture” grant applications submitted by Krubel Amare/Break Somethin. Routine business includes approval of the August minutes and a treasurer’s report.
- Approve Give Me Culture grant applications (Krubel Amare/Break Somethin) – action YES
- Review 2024‑2025 Spotlight Series performances (Ann Hampton Callaway, Some Enchanted Evening) – action NO
- Update on 2024 Summer Concerts – action NO
- Visual Arts updates: Garrison Creek, Traffic Signal Control Box Art Wraps, and gallery exhibition of Rene Dickey and Johanna Porter through Oct. 24 – action NO
- Arts Commission retreat planning for Sat., Nov. 2 – action NO
Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting
The Land Use and Planning Board will receive a briefing on proposed updates to Title 15 of the Kent City Code to add definitions and conditional‑use requirements for enhanced service and intensive behavioral health treatment facilities, including zoning for opioid treatment programs. This briefing is the final step before a public hearing and the board’s recommendation to City Council scheduled for September 23, 2024. The board will also consider a 2044 Comprehensive Plan update and approve the minutes from the August 26, 2024 meeting.
- Code Changes for Behavioral Health Facilities Project – proposed Title 15 updates and new definitions
- 2044 Comprehensive Plan Update – staff overview of plan elements
- Approval of August 26, 2024 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting
The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole will review department presentations, including an agreement with Siemens for Kent Commons fire alarm replacement and a consultant services agreement with Akana for construction management. The meeting will also cover a resolution delegating authority for bond reimbursement costs and a presentation on the Second Quarter 2024 Investment Report.
- Agreement with Siemens for Kent Commons Fire Alarm Replacement
- Resolution Delegating Authority to Designate Costs for Bond Reimbursement
- Consultant Services Agreement with Akana for Construction Management Services
- King County Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy for 2024-2026
- INFO ONLY: Second Quarter 2024 Investment Report
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting
The Kent City Council will hold a workshop to review how the Parks Department uses Geographic Information Systems and receive an update on the East Hill North Community Park project.
- Parks Geographic Information Systems presentation
- East Hill North Community Park update
- Strategic plan goals: Innovative Government, Evolving Infrastructure, Thriving City, Sustainable Services, Inclusive Community
City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will meet to discuss administrative reports and vote on a consent calendar. Key actions include adopting a budget adjustment ordinance and authorizing a joint funding agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey.
- Adoption of Consolidating Budget Adjustment Ordinance for April 1, 2024, to June 30, 2024
- Authorization of Joint Funding Agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey
- Proclamation for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
- Proclamation for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Month
- Payment of bills
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Commission - Parks & Recreation Commission - Special Meeting
The Parks & Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting on August 28, 2024, to tour four city park locations. The commissioners will gather at 5:30 p.m. at the parking lot between City Hall and the Centennial Building.
- Tour of Morrill Meadows, Canyon Ridge, KLA, and American Legion parks
- Meeting location: Parking lot between City Hall and Centennial Building
- Meeting date: August 28, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
Civil Service Commission - Civil Service Commission - Regular Meeting
The Commission is meeting to approve continuous testing eligibility lists for police and corrections officers. The body will also consider a request to extend the Police Commander eligibility list by six months.
- Approval of continuous testing eligibility lists for Entry Level Police Officer, Entry Level Corrections Officer, Lateral/Experienced Police Officer, and Lateral/Experienced Corrections Officer
- Request for a six-month extension of the Police Commander eligibility list
- Appointment of Aaron Rankin and Nona Steffes to regular employment status
- Promotion of Joe Mello to the rank of Sergeant
- Review of eligibility list removals through August 15, 2024
Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging Board - Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging Board - Reg
The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Board will review an implementation rubric to define success and prioritize community investments. The board will also receive updates from the Kent Police Department regarding current events and engagement.
- Implementation rubric discussion including Results Based Accountability
- Prioritization of implementation and community investments
- Kent Police Dept updates on current events
- Discussion of DEIBB logo and engagement
Bicycle Advisory Board - Bicycle Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bicycle Advisory Board will meet to approve July 2024 minutes and discuss a Week Without Driving proclamation. The board will also receive reports on speed reductions, festivals, and bicycle infrastructure.
- Week Without Driving Proclamation
- Speed Reductions discussion
- Festival & Events Sub-Committee Report
- Bicycle Infrastructure Sub-Committee Report
- Monthly Rides and Promotion
Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting
The Land Use and Planning Board will receive an overview of updates to the Capital Facilities and Utilities Elements of the Comprehensive Plan. These changes aim to align with Puget Sound Regional Council and King County planning policies and address equity considerations.
- Review of Comprehensive Plan – Capital Facilities and Utilities Elements
- Approval of August 12, 2024 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting
The Committee of the Whole approved the Consolidating Budget Adjustment Ordinance and authorized payment of outstanding bills. It also authorized a Fifth Amendment to the city’s agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc., ratified the Project Be Free professional services agreement, and approved a joint funding agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey. These actions address public‑safety technology, community services, and infrastructure funding.
- Consolidating Budget Adjustment Ordinance – approved
- Payment of bills – approved
- Fifth Amendment to agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. – authorized
- Project Be Free professional services agreement – authorized and ratified
- Joint Funding Agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey – authorized
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting
The City Council Workshop will ask council members to confirm the preferred growth alternative for the 2044 Comprehensive Plan and adopt related changes to the Future Land Use Map. Staff will also provide an informational update on the Behavioral Health Facilities project, covering zoning for Enhanced Service Facilities and Intensive Behavioral Health Treatment Facilities. The workshop includes a 45‑minute discussion of the plan and a 30‑minute update on the health facilities project.
- Confirm preferred growth alternative for the 2044 Comprehensive Plan and approve Future Land Use Map changes
- Provide update on Behavioral Health Facilities project, including zoning recommendations for Enhanced Service Facilities and Intensive Behavioral Health Treatment Facilities
City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider the consent calendar, which includes authorizing several contracts and agreements, and will adopt a resolution to accept the Washington Avenue property from the Regional Funding Authority. The meeting also includes a public hearing, public comment period, and other business items.
- Authorize KEHOC PSE Commercial Electric Facilities contract
- Authorize Salvation Army Homeless Navigation contract
- Accept and authorize Grant Agreement for Public Defense Services related to drug possession and public use cases
- Authorize Fifth Amendment to Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc.
- Adopt Resolution Accepting Washington Avenue Property from RFA
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Human Services Commission - Human Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will approve the August 6 minutes, approve payment of bills, and adopt a budget adjustment ordinance. It will also consider authorizations for a Fifth Amendment to the Axon Enterprise agreement, a Project Be Free professional services agreement, a joint funding agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey, a commercial electric facilities contract for the KEHOC site, and a $115,000 grant for public defense services related to drug possession cases.
- Authorize $115,000 grant from Washington Office of Public Defense for public defense services
- Authorize Fifth Amendment to agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc.
- Authorize Project Be Free professional services agreement
- Authorize joint funding agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey
- Authorize commercial electric facilities contract with Puget Sound Energy for KEHOC power infrastructure
Arts Commission - Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Arts Commission is meeting to review updates on performing and visual arts projects. The body will decide on proposals for art wraps on traffic signal control boxes.
- Approval of traffic signal control box art wrap proposals from Kay Burnett, Rodney King, and Gabrielle Abbott
- Updates on Garrison Creek and East Hill North visual arts acquisitions
- Review of 2024 Summer Art Exhibit and upcoming exhibits by Johanna Porter and Rene Dickey
- Discussion of Give Me Culture grant application for theatre battery
- Planning for Arts Commission retreat on November 2
Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting
The Land Use and Planning Board will receive staff updates on the Behavioral Health Facilities Project, the SEPA preferred alternative with potential changes to the Future Land Use map, and a brief Q2 2024 Economic and Community Development briefing. Discussions will cover zoning districts for Enhanced Service and Intensive Behavioral Health Treatment Facilities and revisions to the Comprehensive Plan’s land‑use goals and policies. No formal actions are listed in the agenda.
- Update on Behavioral Health Facilities Project – discussion of zoning districts for Enhanced Service Facilities and Intensive Behavioral Health Treatment Facilities
- Presentation of SEPA Preferred Alternative – overview of potential changes to the Future Land Use map and revisions to the Comprehensive Plan’s Land Use element goals and policies
- Q2 2024 Economic and Community Development update – briefing on economic development, long‑range planning, and development applications
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Disability Retirement Board - Disability Retirement Board - Regular Meeting
The Kent Land Use and Planning Board will receive an update on the Behavioral Health Facilities Project, focusing on zoning districts for Enhanced Service and Intensive Behavioral Health Treatment Facilities. Staff will present the SEPA Preferred Alternative and related changes to the Future Land Use map for the 2044 Comprehensive Plan. A brief Q2 2024 Economic and Community Development update will also be provided.
- Update of Behavioral Health Facilities Project – staff will discuss zoning districts compatible with Enhanced Service Facilities and Intensive Behavioral Health Treatment Facilities
- Comprehensive Plan – SEPA Preferred Alternative and Land Use Element – staff will overview the preferred alternative and proposed changes to the Future Land Use map
- Q2 2024 ECD Updates – Long Range Planning manager will brief on economic development, long‑range planning, and development applications
Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will approve minutes and payment of bills, adopt an ordinance changing utility tax filing frequency, and consider several grant and contract authorizations. Key items include a $460,000 ARPA grant with the Kent School District, a $205,000 grant for the Domestic Violence Co‑Responder Program, and a $709,364 grant for the Benson Corridor Plan. The council will also introduce Ordinance No. 4496 to grant a 10‑year fiber franchise to Ziply Fiber Pacific, LLC.
- Approve $460,000 ARPA Grant Agreement with Kent School District
- Authorize $20,419.16 Change Order #6 for municipal court remodel
- Accept $205,000 grant for the Domestic Violence Co‑Responder Program
- Introduce Ordinance No. 4496 for a 10‑year Ziply Fiber franchise
- Accept $709,364 grant for the Benson Corridor Plan
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting
The Kent City Council will consider items on the consent calendar, including adopting an ordinance granting a non‑exclusive 10‑year franchise to Ziply Fiber Pacific, LLC. They will also authorize a Puget Sound Regional Council equity pilot grant for the Benson Corridor Plan and approve an ordinance amending tax administration chapters. Additionally, the council will award contracts for the Ruth Property demolition and the Meeker Street multimodal project linked to Kent Elementary School. The meeting includes a public hearing and public comment period.
- Adopt ordinance granting a non‑exclusive 10‑year franchise to Ziply Fiber Pacific, LLC
- Authorize Puget Sound Regional Council’s Equity Pilot Grant for the Benson Corridor Plan
- Approve ordinance amending Chs. 3.18 and 3.29 of the Kent City Code (Administration of Taxes)
- Award contract for Ruth Property demolition
- Award Meeker Street Multimodal, Kent Elementary School and Meeker Street at 64th bid
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Bicycle Advisory Board - Bicycle Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Kent Bicycle Advisory Board will vote to approve the June 2024 meeting minutes and adopt a Week Without Driving proclamation. The board will also discuss a road‑diet support request, receive reports from the Festival & Events and Bicycle Infrastructure sub‑committees, and cover communications and future meeting notices.
- Approve June 2024 meeting minutes
- Approve Week Without Driving proclamation
- Discuss Road Diet support (no approval)
- Festival & Events Sub‑Committee report presented
- Bicycle Infrastructure Sub‑Committee report presented
Civil Service Commission - Civil Service Commission - Regular Meeting
The Commission will consider the approval of three continuous testing eligibility lists for police and corrections officers. The body will also review personnel updates, including retirements, resignations, and the completion of probationary periods for several department members.
- Approval of continuous testing eligibility lists for Entry Level Police Officer, Entry Level Corrections Officer, and Lateral/Experienced Corrections Officer
- Acceptance of retirement for Corrections Officer Joel Langsea
- Acceptance of resignations for Corrections Officer Skye Yaranon and Officer Andrew Robinson
- Notice of discharge for Officer Justin Whitlock for failing probation
- Appointment of 11 employees to regular employment status following successful probation
Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting
The Land Use and Planning Board will discuss a draft preferred alternative for the 2044 Comprehensive Plan and receive updates on the plan's Housing Element. Staff are seeking board input to inform the City Council's selection of a preferred alternative at an August 20 workshop.
- Review of 2044 Comprehensive Plan draft preferred alternative
- Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Housing Element updates and policy changes
- Summary of Round 2 Community Engagement and Draft Environmental Impact Statement comments
- Approval of meeting minutes from June 10, June 24, and July 8, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Human Services Commission - Human Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Human Services Commission will consider and vote on its final funding recommendations for the 2025‑2026 fiscal year, including a contingency plan. The discussion will be led by Merina Hanson. The agenda also includes a review of the 2044 Comprehensive Plan, updates, and next steps, none of which have scheduled actions.
- Final funding recommendations for 2025‑2026 Human Services (including contingency plan)
- Review of 2044 Comprehensive Plan (no action)
- Updates (no action)
- Next steps (no action)
Firefighters' Relief Pension Board - FRPB - Regular Meeting
The Firefighters’ Relief & Pension Board will move to approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 16, 2024 session. It will receive informational updates on the re‑election of Position No. 2 (Sam Grubbs) for a term from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2026, the 5.52% COLA increase effective April 1, 2024, and the latest financial statements for cash, investments, revenues and expenses.
- Approve agenda as presented
- Approve minutes of the April 16, 2024 meeting
- Info: Position No. 2 re‑election – Sam Grubbs, term July 1 2024 – June 30 2026
- Info: LEOFF 1 COLA increase of 5.52% effective April 1 2024
- Info: Financial reports – cash, investments, revenues, expenses
Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will adopt Ordinance No. 4495 to amend Chapters 3.18 and 3.29 of the Kent City Code, aligning utility tax filing with other city taxes and permitting disclosure of tax information for collection purposes. The council will also adopt a resolution supporting the Mill Creek Middle School Stormwater Improvement Project and authorize an ARPA grant agreement with the Kent School District. Additional items include a cooperative purchasing agreement with Panasonic Connect North America, a courtroom refurbishment change order, and an ordinance authorizing a fiber franchise with Ziply Fiber Pacific.
- Ordinance No. 4495 amending utility tax filing frequency (Chapters 3.18 & 3.29)
- Resolution supporting the Mill Creek Middle School Stormwater Improvement Project
- ARPA Grant Agreement with Kent School District
- Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with Panasonic Connect North America
- Ordinance authorizing a fiber franchise with Ziply Fiber Pacific
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting
The Kent City Council workshop on July 16, 2024 will feature a 45‑minute presentation by Long Range Planning Manager Kristen Holdsworth on the status of the city's 2044 Comprehensive Plan. Council members will hear the update and may discuss the plan's progress. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.
- 2044 Comprehensive Plan update presentation by Kristen Holdsworth (45 min)
City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting
The Kent City Council will consider several consent‑calendar items, including a franchise ordinance for Ziply Fiber Pacific, LLC, a cooperative purchasing agreement with Panasonic Connect North America, and a resolution supporting the Mill Creek Middle School stormwater improvement project. The council will also authorize an ARPA grant agreement with the Kent School District and accept funds for the Lake Meridian Playground resurfacing replacement. After the public session, the council will discuss a property purchase site selection in executive session.
- Ordinance No. 4496 – grant a non‑exclusive 10‑year franchise to Ziply Fiber Pacific, LLC
- Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with Panasonic Connect North America – authorize
- Resolution supporting the Mill Creek Middle School Stormwater Improvement Project – adopt
- ARPA Grant Agreement with Kent School District – authorize
- Lake Meridian Playground Resurfacing Replacement Project – accept funding
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Human Services Commission - Human Services Commission - Special Meeting
The Firefighters’ Relief and Pension Board meeting consists of procedural items and information updates. The board will approve minutes from the April 16, 2024, meeting and receive financial reports.
- Approval of April 16, 2024, meeting minutes
- Financial reports presentation
Arts Commission - Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Arts Commission will vote on the 2024-2025 Spotlight Series schedule and traffic signal control box art wrap proposals. The meeting also includes updates on summer concerts, purchase awards, and gallery exhibits.
- Approval of 2024-2025 Spotlight Series schedule
- Approval of Traffic Signal Control Box Art Wraps proposals
- Approval of 2024 Purchase Awards
- Update on the 2024 Summer Art Exhibit through August 23
- Updates on Garrison Creek and East Hill North visual arts projects