Kent public meetings in 2024

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

The Kent Bicycle Advisory Board approved additional language for Section A regarding youth board member code, with a 7-0 vote. The board also discussed a Community Spark Grant application for bike rodeo improvements and helmets, and heard reports on various subcommittees. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved November 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved additional language to Section A on youth board member code (7-0)

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)

The Kent Bicycle Advisory Board approved adding language to Section A of the youth board member code, as recommended by staff, with a 7-0 vote. The board also discussed a Community Spark Grant application for bike rodeo improvements and helmets, and heard updates on the KC Metro South Link Connection and bike rack standards. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved November 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved additional language to Section A of youth board member code (7-0)

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

The Kent Arts Commission approved $1,250 in funding for the Kent Downtown Partnership's Crow Mural Relocation Project, approved the 2025 officer slate, and updated bylaws to reflect the current meeting location. The commission also approved the November minutes and received updates on the Spotlight Series, 2025 Summer Concerts, and the City Art Plan.

• Approved $1,250 for Kent Downtown Partnership's Crow Mural Relocation Project (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 officers: Chair Ryan Olmstead, Vice Chair Countess Stekovic, Treasurer Jen Treese (unanimous)
• Approved bylaws update to reflect current location (unanimous)
• Approved November minutes as written (unanimous)

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

The Kent Parks and Recreation Commission held a regular meeting on December 11, 2024, approving the minutes from September 25, 2024. The meeting included introductions of new commissioners, volunteerism updates, director updates on projects like the Kent Commons Renovation and Riverbend Restaurant, and a presentation on the Climate Resiliency Plan. No substantive decisions or actions were taken beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes from September 25, 2024

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

The Kent City Council unanimously approved the 2044 Comprehensive Plan (Ordinance 4506), which guides land use and development for the next 20 years, and adopted related ordinances to implement it, including rezones and zoning code changes (Ordinance 4509) and SEPA categorical exemptions (Ordinance 4508). The Council also approved a $6.97 million budget adjustment package (Ordinance 4505), a $500,000 EPA brownfields grant, and several service agreements, all by unanimous votes.

• Adopted 2044 Comprehensive Plan (Ordinance 4506) (unanimous)
• Adopted rezones and zoning code changes to implement the plan (Ordinance 4509) (unanimous)
• Adopted SEPA categorical exemptions (Ordinance 4508) (unanimous)
• Adopted $6,970,400 budget adjustments (Ordinance 4505) (unanimous)
• Authorized $500,000 EPA brownfields grant acceptance (unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with Perfect Image for records digitization (unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with Black Print Collective for equity work (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority (unanimous)

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

The Kent City Council unanimously approved the 2044 Comprehensive Plan (Ordinance 4506), the 2025-2026 biennial budget (Ordinance 4511), and a series of related ordinances and contracts. The consent calendar, which included the comprehensive plan, budget adjustments, and various agreements, was approved unanimously. The council also awarded two construction contracts and adopted the 2025 state legislative agenda.

• Adopted 2044 Comprehensive Plan (Ordinance 4506) (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025-2026 biennial budget (Ordinance 4511) (unanimous)
• Adopted property tax levy for 2025 (Ordinance 4510) (unanimous)
• Adopted emergency ordinance adjusting school and fire impact fees (Ordinance 4507) (unanimous)
• Adopted SEPA categorical exemptions for infill development (Ordinance 4508) (unanimous)
• Adopted rezones and zoning code changes to implement 2044 plan (Ordinance 4509) (unanimous)
• Awarded Linda Heights Pump Station project to R.L. Alia Company for $5,921,850.46 (unanimous)
• Awarded Kent East Hill Operations Center power and fiber project to Waeco Construction for $719,159.69 (unanimous)

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

The Kent City Council unanimously adopted the 2044 Comprehensive Plan (Ordinance 4506) and the 2025-2026 biennial budget (Ordinance 4511), along with related rezones and zoning code changes. The council also approved the 2025 state legislative agenda, awarded two construction contracts, and approved a consent calendar with numerous agreements and ordinances. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted 2044 Comprehensive Plan (Ordinance 4506) (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025-2026 biennial budget (Ordinance 4511) (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 state legislative agenda (unanimous)
• Awarded Linda Heights Pump Station project to R.L. Alia Company for $5,921,850.46 (unanimous)
• Awarded Kent East Hill Operations Center Power and Fiber project to Waeco Construction, LLC for $719,159.69 (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including budget ordinances, grants, and agreements (unanimous)
• Adopted property tax levy ordinance for 2025 (Ordinance 4510) (unanimous)
• Adopted emergency ordinance adjusting school and fire impact fees (Ordinance 4507) (unanimous)

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

The Land Use and Planning Board unanimously approved the November 12, 2024 minutes. Staff presented the 2025 work plan, which prioritizes updating city code to comply with new state housing laws (e.g., middle housing, co-living) by June and December 2025, plus the Critical Areas Ordinance by December 2025. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved November 12, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

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

The Land Use and Planning Board unanimously approved the minutes from its November 12, 2024 meeting. Staff presented the 2025 work plan, which prioritizes updating Kent City Code to implement new state housing laws (e.g., middle housing, co-living, affordable housing on religious property) with deadlines in June and December 2025, plus the Critical Areas Ordinance update and the Rediscover Downtown Plan. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included introductions of new members and recognition of outgoing members.

• Approved minutes of November 12, 2024 (unanimous)
• Heard 2025 work plan: housing code updates for state laws (SB 6015, HB 1042, HB 1110, SB 5258, HB 1998, HB 1377, HB 1220, SB 5290)
• Noted Critical Areas Ordinance update required by Dec 31, 2025
• Noted Rediscover Downtown Plan update to be brought to LUPB in early 2025

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

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee unanimously recommended 10 of 14 lodging tax grant applications, totaling $283,000, for Council approval. They also unanimously recommended $167,380 for the Jay Ray 2024/2025 cultural program, including FIFA World Cup outreach. The committee noted a $50,000 minimum balance and advised total grants stay under $300,000 due to reduced hotel revenue.

• Approved minutes from September 19, 2024 (unanimous)
• Recommended 10 grant applications totaling $283,000 to Council (unanimous)
• Recommended $167,380 for Jay Ray cultural program to Council (unanimous)

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

The board approved the October 2024 meeting minutes and revised September 2024 minutes. Staff provided updates on TIB grants for sidewalks and pedestrian crossings, and the board discussed the Target Zero Action Plan and youth board membership.

• Approved October 2024 meeting minutes as amended (10-0)
• Approved revised September 2024 meeting minutes (10-0)

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)

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee unanimously recommended 10 of 14 lodging tax grant applications, totaling $283,000, for Council approval. It also recommended $167,380 for a cultural assets program, including 2026 FIFA World Cup outreach. The committee approved prior minutes and discussed budget constraints, noting a $50K minimum balance and a $300K grant cap.

• Approved minutes from September 19, 2024 (unanimous)
• Recommended 10 grant applications totaling $283,000 to Council (unanimous)
• Recommended $167,380 for cultural assets program to Council (unanimous)

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

The Kent Civil Service Commission unanimously approved all agenda items, including the testing process for a Records Specialist position and a five-month extension of the Corrections Sergeant eligibility list. Consent items and eligibility lists were also accepted without opposition.

• Approved minutes from October 23, 2024 meeting (3-0)
• Accepted consent items A-E, including probationary completion and resignation notices (3-0)
• Approved continuous testing eligibility lists for Corrections Officer, Police Officer, and Lateral/Experienced Corrections Officer (3-0)
• Approved testing process for Records Specialist with computer-based assessment (100% weight, 70% passing) and background/polygraph pass-fail (3-0)
• Approved five-month extension of Corrections Sergeant eligibility list (3-0)

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.

The Committee of the Whole approved several service agreements, including contracts for IT staffing, indigent defense, and water treatment chemicals. The committee also adopted a budget adjustment ordinance totaling $21,339,430 and accepted a $1,163,000 grant for pedestrian safety improvements on Pacific Highway South.

• Approved IT staffing agreement with Protingent Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $355,000 amendment for Robert Half International, Inc. (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4504 for $21.3M in budget adjustments (7-0)
• Approved $1.29M indigent defense contract with Stewart MacNichols Harmell (7-0)
• Approved KPG Psomas, Inc. agreement for Interurban Trail design (7-0)
• Accepted $1.16M WSDOT grant for pedestrian safety project (7-0)
• Approved $166,956 water treatment chemical contract with JCI Jones (7-0)
• Approved 2025 recycle event management contract (7-0)

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

The Kent City Council held three public hearings on the 2044 Comprehensive Plan, SEPA categorical exemptions, and rezones/zoning code changes, but took no final action on these items during the meeting. The council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included adopting ordinances on public facility exclusions, camping on public property, budget adjustments, and B&O tax rate changes, as well as accepting a $125,000 traffic safety grant.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on 2044 Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on SEPA categorical exemptions (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on rezones and zoning code changes (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4500 on public facility exclusions (consent)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4501 on camping on public property (consent)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4502 on budget adjustments (consent)

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

The City Council workshop on November 19, 2024, included presentations on the Green River flood risk management and the new NPDES stormwater permit. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• No formal decisions were made during the workshop

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.

The Kent City Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 4504, consolidating budget adjustments between October 1 and October 31, 2024, reflecting an overall budget increase of $21,339,430. The council also authorized several contracts, including a $1.1 million staffing agreement with Protingent Inc., a $1,291,809 indigent defense contract extension, and a $1,163,000 grant for pedestrian safety improvements on SR 99. All motions passed unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 4504, consolidating budget adjustments (unanimous)
• Authorized Consultant Services Agreement with Protingent Inc. up to $1.1M (unanimous)
• Authorized Amendment No. 6 with Robert Half International, Inc. up to $355,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized First Amendment for indigent defense services with Stewart MacNichols Harmell, Inc. P.S. at $1,291,809 (unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with KPG Psomas, Inc. for Interurban Trail at Naden design (unanimous)
• Accepted $1,163,000 WSDOT grant for SR 99 pedestrian crossing safety improvements (unanimous)
• Authorized water treatment chemical supply agreement with JCI Jones Chemicals, Inc. at $166,956 (unanimous)
• Authorized recycle event management contract with Olympic Environmental Resources, Inc. (unanimous)

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

The Kent Arts Commission approved the 2025 Community Arts Support Program funding recommendations, a $1,000 Give Me Culture grant for Kinara Park Kids Classroom, and a $500 grant for Culture Generation. It also approved loaning three Herbert Bayer renderings to the Aspen Institute and discussed removing the Willis Street Greenway Sculpture due to vandalism.

• Approved August minutes as written (unanimous)
• Approved loan of three Herbert Bayer renderings to Aspen Institute (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Community Arts Support Program funding recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 Give Me Culture grant for Kinara Park Kids Classroom (unanimous)
• Approved $500 Give Me Culture grant for Culture Generation (unanimous)

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

The Land Use and Planning Board held a special meeting and unanimously recommended that the Kent City Council adopt the Draft 2044 Kent Comprehensive Plan, which includes a first-ever Climate Element and updates to land use, housing, transportation, and other elements. The board also unanimously recommended adopting SEPA categorical exemptions and zoning updates to implement the new plan. All recommendations will go to the City Council on November 19, 2024.

• Recommended 2044 Kent Comprehensive Plan to Council (unanimous)
• Recommended SEPA categorical exemptions and Downtown development code amendments (unanimous)
• Recommended zoning and land use changes to implement 2044 Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 28, 2024 (unanimous)

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

The Land Use and Planning Board held a special meeting and unanimously recommended that the Kent City Council adopt the Draft 2044 Kent Comprehensive Plan, subject to final edits and City Attorney review. The board also unanimously recommended adopting SEPA categorical exemptions and zoning code updates to implement the new plan. All three recommendations will go to the City Council on November 19, 2024.

• Recommended 2044 Kent Comprehensive Plan to Council (unanimous)
• Recommended SEPA categorical exemptions and Downtown development code amendments to Council (unanimous)
• Recommended zoning and land use changes to implement the 2044 Comprehensive Plan to Council (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 28, 2024 (unanimous)

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)

The Kent City Council unanimously adopted the 2025-2026 biennial budget (Ordinance 4511), a property tax levy increase of 1% for 2025 (Ordinance 4510), and a B&O tax change raising the manufacturing rate and retail cap (Ordinance 4503). The council also approved a $28.98M budget adjustment ordinance, a resolution affirming exemption from permit fee refund penalties, a $125,000 traffic safety grant, and ordinances updating public facility exclusion rules and camping regulations. All votes were unanimous, with Councilmember Fincher remote.

• Adopted 2025-2026 biennial budget, $452.5M for 2025 and $431.6M for 2026 (unanimous)
• Adopted 1% property tax levy increase for 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted B&O tax ordinance raising manufacturing rate to 0.00125 and retail cap to $100M (unanimous)
• Adopted $28.98M budget adjustment ordinance for July-Sept 2024 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2283 affirming exemption from permit fee refund penalties (unanimous)
• Accepted $125,000 traffic safety grant for 140th/132nd Ave corridor (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 4500 updating public facility exclusion periods and appeals (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 4501 amending camping on public property rules (unanimous)

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

The Kent City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 4499, approving the rezone of 3.56 acres off Canyon Drive from MR-D (Duplex Multifamily Residential District) to MRT-16 (Multi-Family Residential Townhouse District), following the hearing examiner's recommendation. The council also approved the consent calendar, including payment of bills, write-offs of uncollectable accounts, and several agreements. No public comments or hearings were held.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 4499 approving Parayil rezone (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, bills, and write-offs (unanimous)
• Authorized write-off of uncollectable accounts totaling $74,232.26
• Authorized agreement with Dynamic Language Center for ARPA-funded translation services
• Authorized police equipment purchases via Angel Armor cooperative agreement
• Authorized easement to Puget Sound Energy at Kent East Hill Operations Center

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

The Kent Public Facilities District Board welcomed new members, approved previous meeting minutes, and received financial and operations updates. City of Kent Finance Director Paula Painter reported a clean 2023 audit and reviewed operating funds.

• Approved minutes dated April 25, 2024 (3-0)

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

The Kent Bicycle Advisory Board approved the September 2024 meeting minutes and adopted the 2025 meeting schedule, both by 9-0 votes. The board also discussed adding a youth member position, which would require changes to bylaws and city code, and formed a subcommittee to work on the proposal. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved September 2024 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Adopted 2025 meeting schedule (9-0)

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

The Land Use and Planning Board approved the September 23, 2024 meeting minutes and received staff briefings on the Draft 2044 Kent Comprehensive Plan, proposed zoning map updates, and new SEPA infill exemptions. No other substantive actions or votes took place.

• Approved minutes dated September 23, 2024 (4-0, unanimous)

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

The Kent Civil Service Commission met on October 23, 2024, and approved the September 25, 2024 meeting minutes. The commission accepted seven consent items, including probationary completions and new hires, and approved two continuous testing eligibility lists for entry-level corrections and police officers. All votes were unanimous (2-0).

• Approved minutes from September 25, 2024 meeting (2-0)
• Accepted consent items A-G, including probationary completions for Corrections Ofc. Bryce Moore, Ofc. Karl Peterson, Police Commander Eric Tung, and new hires for Probationary Police Recruit Officers Nicholas Long and Tristen McDaniel, Probationary Lateral Police Officer Guillermo Bosch, and eligibility list removals (2-0)
• Approved Continuous Testing Eligibility List for Entry Level Corrections Officer established October 15, 2024 (2-0)
• Approved Continuous Testing Eligibility List for Entry Level Police Officer established October 15, 2024 (2-0)

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

The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Board heard presentations on the 2024 Equity Strategic Plan implementation and a proposed language access plan. Board members agreed to provide feedback and ratings, which will be presented at the next meeting. No formal decisions were made.

• Board agreed to provide feedback and ratings on Equity Strategic Plan implementation (no vote recorded)

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

The commission approved the September 19, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0) and welcomed newly appointed commissioners Korlette Bird and Devan Mitchell. Discussions covered developing commission norms, the Human Services Strategic Plan, and future agenda topics, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved September 19, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Welcomed new commissioners Korlette Bird and Devan Mitchell

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.

The Firefighters' Relief Pension Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from July 16, 2024, both by unanimous 3-0 votes. Finance Director Paula Painter provided informational updates on cash, investments, and revenues through June 30, 2024. No substantive policy decisions or new actions were taken during the meeting.

• Agenda approved as presented (3-0)
• Minutes from July 16, 2024 approved (3-0)
• Financial reports received as information only

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

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole approved several routine items, including the payment of bills, write-offs of uncollectable accounts totaling $74,232.26, a translation services agreement with Dynamic Language Center, and a cooperative purchasing agreement for police equipment. The council also received informational reports on the August 2024 financial status and a flood control grant opportunity. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Oct 1, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills through 9/30/24 and payroll checks (unanimous)
• Authorized write-off of uncollectable accounts totaling $74,232.26 (unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with Dynamic Language Center for translation services (unanimous)
• Authorized police chief to purchase equipment via Angel Armor cooperative agreement (unanimous)

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

The City Council workshop reviewed the 2025-2026 biennial budget, focusing on B&O tax options and human services funding. Councilmembers supported Option D for B&O tax increases, and staff will modify the budget accordingly. No formal votes were taken; the workshop was informational and preparatory.

• Supported Option D for B&O tax increases (feedback, no formal vote)
• Directed staff to modify budget using Option D and prepare ordinances for November 5 Committee of the Whole
• Requested mid-biennium discussion on using $300,000 from B&O for reserves and potential police officer funding
• Reviewed 2025-2026 Human Services funding application process (no action taken)

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

The Kent City Council unanimously awarded the Willis Street Improvements Project to Strickland & Sons Excavation, LLC for $2,021,989.25. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included adopting ordinances, resolutions, and appointments, and closed three public hearings with no public comments.

• Awarded Willis Street Improvements Project to Strickland & Sons Excavation, LLC for $2,021,989.25 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4498 amending Title 15 for behavioral health facilities (consent calendar)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2081 recognizing Village at Single Creek Neighborhood Council (consent calendar)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2082 recognizing Sunrise Meadows Neighborhood Council (consent calendar)
• Appointed Sercan Hepsener to Public Facilities District Board for 4-year term (consent calendar)
• Appointed Gaila Haas to Lodging Tax Advisory Committee for 3-year term (consent calendar)
• Authorized $627,690 grant agreement for Boeing Rock Recreation/Habitat Enhancement Project (consent calendar)
• Authorized $628,637 grant agreement for Lower Russell Levee Habitat Area A Project (consent calendar)

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

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from July 16, 2024. Finance Director Paula Painter presented financial reports on cash, investments, revenues, and expenses through June 30, 2024.

• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved July 16, 2024 minutes (3-0)

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

The City Council unanimously approved the purchase of the property at 20610 68th Avenue South from BECU. The agreement includes the land, building, and all internal furniture, fixtures, and equipment.

• Approved purchase of property at 20610 68th Avenue South for $11,250,000 (Unanimous)

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

The City Council workshop focused on the 2025-2026 biennial budget, with Finance Director Paula Painter answering councilmember questions. Councilmembers discussed potential B&O revenue cap scenarios (D or E) and considered using additional revenue for police officers, requesting more information. No formal votes were taken; the budget is scheduled for Committee of the Whole on November 5 and adoption on December 10.

• No formal decisions made; workshop discussion only
• Council discussed B&O cap scenarios D and E, requested further information
• Council discussed using B&O revenue for additional police officers, requested more details
• Budget timeline set: Committee of the Whole Nov 5, adoption Dec 10

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

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 4498, amending Title 15 of the Kent City Code to address behavioral health facilities, including new definitions and development standards. The council also approved several other items, including resolutions recognizing two neighborhood councils, an appointment to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, and agreements for downtown lot cleanup and two habitat enhancement grants. All decisions were made unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 4498 amending Title 15 for behavioral health facilities (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2081 recognizing Village at Single Creek Neighborhood Council (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2082 recognizing Sunrise Meadows Neighborhood Council (unanimous)
• Appointed Gaila Haas to Lodging Tax Advisory Committee for 3-year term (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign agreement with LW Sundstrom for downtown lots cleanup (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign $627,690 grant agreement for Boeing Rock Recreation/Habitat Enhancement Project (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign $628,637 grant agreement for Lower Russell Habitat Area A Project (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills and payroll (unanimous)

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

The Kent City Council held first public hearings on the 2025-2026 Biennial Budget (total $884M, general fund $259.4M) and the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program, closing both hearings unanimously. The council also approved the consent calendar, including appointments to the Human Services and Parks and Recreation Commissions, and heard a presentation on a proposed building purchase for a Municipal Services Center and renovation of Centennial Center for City Hall and Police Services, with a purchase agreement to be considered at an October 8 special meeting.

• Closed first public hearing on 2025-2026 Biennial Budget (unanimous)
• Closed first public hearing on 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, bill payments, and commission appointments (unanimous)
• Confirmed Korlette Bird and Devan Mitchell to Human Services Commission (unanimous)
• Confirmed Vicki Pettigrew, Ahmed Abukhater, Crystal Goodwin to Parks and Recreation Commission (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to accept 2024 Asphalt Grinding Project as complete and release retainage (unanimous)
• Authorized renewal of medical, stop loss, and administrative services contracts (unanimous)
• Adopted resolutions recognizing three neighborhood councils (unanimous)

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

The Kent Bicycle Advisory Board discussed speed limit reductions and formed a subcommittee to develop a presentation to the City Council. The board approved the July 2024 meeting minutes and agreed to a new Ride of the Month poster design. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved July 2024 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Formed subcommittee (Allison, Prem, Connie) to develop speed reduction presentation to Council
• Agreed to new Ride of the Month poster design, with minor revision needed

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

The Civil Service Commission approved the August 28, 2024 minutes, accepted 14 consent items (including officer resignations and probationary appointments), and approved five eligibility lists for police and corrections positions. They also authorized a sergeant testing process with specified weights and rescheduled the November meeting to November 20 while canceling the December meeting.

• Approved August 28, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Accepted consent items A-N, including resignations and probationary appointments (3-0)
• Approved eligibility lists for corrections officer, police officer, and police data analyst (3-0)
• Authorized sergeant testing with Assessment Center & WPR at 100% and Chief's Interview pass/fail (3-0)
• Moved November meeting to November 20 and canceled December meeting (3-0)

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

The Kent Parks and Recreation Commission met on September 25, 2024, and unanimously elected Elizabeth Carter as the new Vice Chair. The commission also approved the June 6, 2024 minutes and recognized outgoing commissioners Kristie Duggan and Scott Taylor. Budget and GIS presentations were informational only, with no actions taken.

• Approved minutes from June 6, 2024
• Elected Elizabeth Carter as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Recognized Kristie Duggan and Scott Taylor for two terms of service

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)

The City Council workshop featured a presentation by Finance Director Paula Painter on the 2025-2026 Biennial Budget, covering economic outlook, revenue and expenditure summaries, and B&O tax rate comparisons. No formal decisions were made; the council is scheduled to adopt the budget at the December 10, 2024 regular meeting.

• No formal decisions made at workshop; budget adoption scheduled for December 10, 2024

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

The Land Use and Planning Board unanimously recommended that the City Council adopt proposed amendments to Title 15 addressing behavioral health facilities, as presented by staff and subject to revisions during ordinance drafting and review by the City Attorney. The board also approved the minutes from the September 9, 2024 meeting. The public hearing included one speaker, Emanuel Shevchenko of Evergreen Haven, who urged the board not to cherry-pick Department of Commerce guidelines.

• Approved minutes of September 9, 2024 (unanimous)
• Recommended Title 15 amendments on behavioral health facilities to City Council (unanimous)

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

Mayor Ralph presented her proposed 2025-2026 biennial budget totaling $884 million, with $259 million for the General Fund. The budget includes new police positions, technology investments, and various program expansions. No formal action was taken; the budget was transmitted to Council for consideration.

• Presented 2025-2026 biennial budget ($884M total, $259M General Fund)
• Proposed adding 2 Patrol Sergeants and 1 Police Officer
• Proposed adding 1 Correctional Sergeant
• Proposed $185,000/year to continue Project Be Free domestic violence program
• Proposed $75,000/year for contracted encampment cleanup
• Proposed $50,000/year for park security contract
• Proposed $300,000 for roundabout design at 116th Ave SE & SE 248th St
• Proposed $1.5M for East Hill North Community Park roadway improvements

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

The Human Services Commission approved the minutes from April, May, June, and July 2024 in a 5-0 vote. The meeting also included a debrief on the 2025-2026 application process, planning for commissioner resources, and a request for future agenda topics. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved April, May, June, July 2024 minutes (5-0)

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

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

The Kent City Council approved the consent calendar and adopted Resolution No. 2077 expressing support for the Kent School District's Proposition No. 1 capital projects and technology levy on the November 2024 ballot. The council also approved several consent items, including a $140,000 property purchase and a $827,366 grant from King County. No public hearings or public comments were held, and the meeting ended after executive sessions on property acquisition and anticipated litigation.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2077 supporting Kent School District Proposition No. 1 (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, appointments, and agreements (unanimous)
• Appointed Randall Smith to the Kent Special Events Public Facilities District Board (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2076 delegating bond reimbursement authority to Finance Director (unanimous)
• Authorized Siemens fire alarm replacement contract for Kent Commons (unanimous)
• Accepted $827,366 King County Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy grant (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Waller property at 115 Naden Avenue South for $140,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized acceptance of Morrill Meadows Park renovation and release of retainage (unanimous)

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

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole unanimously approved several items, including renewing medical and stop loss insurance contracts, adopting resolutions recognizing three neighborhood councils, and approving the purchase of the Waller property for $140,000. They also expressed support for establishing the Kent Valley Air and Space Manufacturing Roundtable. The council received informational reports on the July 2024 financial status and the 2044 Comprehensive Plan update.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Sep 3, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills through 8/31/24 and payroll checks (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to renew medical, administrative, and stop loss contracts with Kaiser, Premera, and LifeWise (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2078 recognizing Hillshire Terrace Neighborhood Council (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2079 recognizing Garrison Glen Neighborhood Council (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2080 recognizing Nature Trails Townhomes (Springwood) Neighborhood Council (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Waller property at 115 Naden Avenue South for $140,000 (unanimous)

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

The City Council workshop received a presentation from Long Range Planning Manager Kristen Holdsworth on the Housing Element Update for the 2044 Comprehensive Plan. The presentation covered state housing requirements, affordability targets, land capacity analysis, and proposed policy changes. No formal decisions or votes were made during the workshop.

• No formal actions taken; workshop was informational only

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

The LEOFF I Disability Board approved the January 11, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. After reviewing cost surveys, the board decided to make no changes to the daily nursing home reimbursement rates ($354/day semi-private, $414/day private) or the hearing aid reimbursement ($5,000, or 50% up to $6,000 every three years). The board will request another nursing home survey in two years and will discuss exceptions on a case-by-case basis.

• Approved January 11, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• No change to nursing home daily rates ($354 semi-private, $414 private)
• No change to hearing aid reimbursement ($5,000 or 50% up to $6,000 every 3 years)
• Directed secretary to request another nursing home survey in 2 years

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

The Arts Commission approved various funding levels for Give Me Culture grant applicants. One applicant was asked to provide an updated application before funding is considered. The commission also approved the August meeting minutes.

• Approved August minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 full funding for Steel Magic Northwest/Carols on Barrels (unanimous)
• Approved $250 partial marketing funding for Julie Seitz/Lioness Community Showcase Cultural Event (7-1)
• Approved $500 partial funding for Ilana Zaks/Sound Worlds from 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Requested updated application from Krubel Amare/Break Somethin before funding (unanimous)

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

The Land Use and Planning Board received a final briefing on proposed code updates for behavioral health facilities, including opioid treatment programs, and discussed school buffer distances and safety plans. No formal decision was made on this item. The board also reviewed the 2044 Comprehensive Plan update, focusing on parks, transportation, and climate resiliency. The meeting was procedural, with the only action being approval of the August 26, 2024 minutes.

• Approved minutes of August 26, 2024 (unanimous)
• Received briefing on behavioral health facility code changes; no action taken
• Received overview of 2044 Comprehensive Plan update; no action taken

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

The Kent City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included adopting Ordinance No. 4497 for budget adjustments between April 1 and June 30, 2024, reflecting an overall budget increase of $6,349,580. The council also authorized the Mayor to sign a Joint Funding Agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey for water resource investigations, approved the payment of bills, and approved an excused absence for Councilmember Michaud. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent calendar (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4497 for budget adjustments, increasing budget by $6,349,580 (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Joint Funding Agreement with U.S. Geological Survey (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills through 8/15/24 and payroll checks (unanimous)
• Approved excused absence for Councilmember Michaud (unanimous)

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

The Committee of the Whole authorized a fire alarm system replacement at Kent Commons and accepted over $827,000 in grant funds for senior services. The council also approved a construction management agreement for Meeker Street improvements and adopted a resolution regarding bond reimbursement authority.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2076 designating Finance Director as agent for bond reimbursement (Unanimous)
• Authorized Siemens contract for Kent Commons fire alarm replacement not to exceed $353,786.34 (Unanimous)
• Accepted $827,366 King County Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy grant (Unanimous)
• Authorized Consultant Services Agreement with Akana for Meeker Street multimodal project (Unanimous)
• Approved August 20, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

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

The City Council workshop heard updates on the Parks Department's GIS system and the East Hill North Community Park. Councilmembers expressed support for Option A, which reworks the park's phasing plan to prioritize pedestrian access and connections to Soos Creek Trail, and for staff making a budget request for those improvements. Councilmember Larimer favored Option B, placing the project on hold until funds for vehicular improvements are secured.

• Council expressed support for staff making a budget request for pedestrian access improvements for East Hill North Park (6-1, Larimer dissenting)
• Council expressed support for Option A, reworking the park's phasing plan to prioritize pedestrian access and passive uses

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

The Kent Civil Service Commission approved minutes from July 24, 2024, and accepted four consent items, including probationary completions and a promotion. It approved four continuous testing eligibility lists for corrections and police officers, and granted a six-month extension for the Police Commander eligibility list. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved minutes from July 24, 2024 (3-0)
• Accepted consent items A-D: probationary completions for Ofr. Aaron Rankin and Det. Nona Steffes, promotion of Joe Mello to Sergeant, and eligibility list removals (3-0)
• Approved continuous testing eligibility lists for Entry Level Corrections Officer, Entry Level Police Officer, Lateral/Experienced Corrections Officer, and Lateral/Experienced Police Officer (3-0)
• Approved six-month extension of Police Commander eligibility list (3-0)

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

The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Board met on August 27, 2024, and discussed a draft grading rubric for examining the implementation of strategic actionable steps. Officer Doherty presented on current police department happenings and answered questions. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Reviewed draft implementation rubric (no vote)
• Heard PD update from Officer Doherty (no vote)

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

The Kent Bicycle Advisory Board approved the July 2024 meeting minutes and finalized a draft proclamation for 'Week Without Driving' to send to the mayor. The board discussed speed reduction strategies and planned to continue that conversation next month. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved July 2024 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Finalized Week Without Driving proclamation draft, adding racial disparity language, to send to mayor

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

The Land Use and Planning Board discussed updates to the Comprehensive Plan's Capital Facilities and Utilities Elements, focusing on aligning with regional policies and equity considerations. No formal decisions were made on the plan content; the board provided feedback on specific goals and policies. The board unanimously approved the minutes from the August 12, 2024 meeting.

• Approved minutes of August 12, 2024 (unanimous)
• Discussed Capital Facilities Element updates (CF1, CF6, CF7, CF10, CF12) with feedback
• Discussed Utilities Element updates (U4, U5, U16, U17) with feedback
• Discussed emergency management placement and natural gas language

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

The Committee of the Whole unanimously approved a consolidating budget adjustment ordinance (No. 4497) increasing the budget by $6,349,580, and authorized several agreements including a $686,387 Axon contract, a $205,000 Project Be Free domestic violence services agreement, and a $127,605 USGS stream gage agreement. All actions were approved unanimously and will be forwarded to the next regular council meeting.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 4497 consolidating budget adjustments (unanimous)
• Authorized Fifth Amendment to Axon Enterprise agreement, $686,387 over 5 years (unanimous)
• Authorized and ratified Project Be Free Professional Services Agreement, $205,000 grant-funded (unanimous)
• Authorized Joint Funding Agreement with USGS for stream gages, $127,605 city share (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills and payroll through 8/15/24 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Aug 6, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

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

The Council workshop was informational, with no formal votes or decisions. Staff presented the 2044 Comprehensive Plan preferred alternative and future land use map changes, and discussed zoning for behavioral health facilities. Council feedback was requested but no action was taken.

• No formal decisions made; workshop was for review and feedback

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

The Kent City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included authorizing the mayor to sign contracts with Puget Sound Energy, the Salvation Army, and others, and accepting a $115,000 grant for public defense services. The council also unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2075 to accept the Washington Avenue property from the Regional Fire Authority. No public hearings or bids were held.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2075 accepting Washington Avenue property from RFA (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, payment of bills, and multiple contract authorizations (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to sign Commercial Electric Facilities Contract with Puget Sound Energy
• Authorized mayor to sign Consultant Services Agreement with Salvation Army USA
• Accepted $115,000 grant from Washington Office of Public Defense for public defense services
• Authorized mayor to sign Fifth Amendment to agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc.
• Authorized and ratified Professional Services Agreement with Project Be Free

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

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole unanimously approved a consolidated budget adjustment ordinance increasing the budget by $6,349,580, and authorized a five-year, $686,387 agreement with Axon Enterprise for police software and AI tools. They also authorized agreements with Project Be Free for domestic violence services and with the U.S. Geological Survey for stream gage operations. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance No. 4497, consolidating budget adjustments (unanimous)
• Authorized Fifth Amendment with Axon Enterprise, Inc., $686,387 over 5 years (unanimous)
• Authorized and ratified Professional Services Agreement with Project Be Free (unanimous)
• Authorized Joint Funding Agreement with U.S. Geological Survey, $127,605 city share (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills and payroll (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Aug 6, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

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

The Kent Arts Commission approved full funding of $1,000 for Theatre Battery's Romeo and Juliet project, and unanimously approved proposals from three artists for traffic signal control box art wraps. The July minutes were approved as written. Several projects, including Garrison Creek and East Hill North, are on hold or indefinitely paused due to construction or public works issues.

• Approved $1,000 grant for Theatre Battery's Romeo and Juliet (unanimous)
• Approved traffic signal control box art wraps by Kay Burnett, Rodney King, and Gabrielle Abbott (unanimous)
• Approved July minutes as written (unanimous)

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

The Land Use and Planning Board approved the July 22, 2024 minutes unanimously. During an update on the Behavioral Health Facilities Project, a majority of members expressed support for an 880-foot buffer between such facilities and schools, and agreed to consider splitting Enhanced Service Facilities and Intensive Behavioral Health Treatment Facilities into different zoning guidelines. The board also reviewed the SEPA preferred alternative and Land Use Element changes, with general agreement on parcel-by-parcel map updates. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items.

• Approved minutes of July 22, 2024 (unanimous)
• Majority supported 880' buffer between behavioral health facilities and schools (discussion)
• Agreed to consider splitting Enhanced Service Facilities and Intensive Behavioral Health Treatment Facilities into different zoning guidelines (discussion)
• General agreement with parcel-by-parcel updates to Land Use Map (discussion)

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

The Land Use and Planning Board discussed zoning for behavioral health facilities, with a majority supporting an 880-foot buffer from schools and agreement to split facility types across zoning districts. They also reviewed the SEPA preferred alternative and land use map changes, and approved the July 22, 2024 minutes unanimously. No formal votes were taken on the buffer or zoning proposals.

• Approved minutes of July 22, 2024 (unanimous)
• Majority supported 880-foot buffer between behavioral health facilities and schools (discussion only)
• Agreed to consider splitting Enhanced Service Facilities and Intensive Behavioral Health Treatment Facilities into different zoning guidelines (discussion only)

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

The Committee of the Whole unanimously approved several routine items, including the minutes from July 16, 2024, and payment of bills. It authorized the Mayor to sign a Commercial Electric Facilities Contract with Puget Sound Energy to bring power to the KEHOC site, a Consultant Services Agreement with the Salvation Army for homeless navigation services funded by HB 1590, and acceptance of a $115,000 grant from the Washington Office of Public Defense for public defense services in drug possession cases. All motions passed unanimously with no discussion or opposition.

• Approved minutes of July 16, 2024 Committee of the Whole meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills through 7/15/24 and payroll checks for 7/1/24-7/15/24 (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign PSE Commercial Electric Facilities Contract for KEHOC power (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Salvation Army Homeless Navigation Consultant Services Agreement (unanimous)
• Accepted $115,000 grant from WA Office of Public Defense for drug possession/public use defense services (unanimous)

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

The Kent City Council approved a $4,160,459.82 contract with Gary Merlino Construction Co., Inc. for the Meeker Street Multimodal, Kent Elementary School and Meeker Street at 64th Avenue Intersection Project. The council also awarded the Ruth Property Demolition bid to Skycorp, LTD and approved the consent calendar, which included adopting ordinances for tax administration and a Ziply Fiber franchise, accepting a $709,364 grant for the Benson Corridor Plan, and authorizing a $20,419.16 change order for courtroom refurbishment.

• Awarded Meeker Street Multimodal project to Gary Merlino Construction Co., Inc. for $4,160,459.82 (unanimous)
• Awarded Ruth Property Demolition bid to Skycorp, LTD (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4495 amending tax administration chapters (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4496 granting 10-year franchise to Ziply Fiber Pacific, LLC (unanimous)
• Accepted $709,364 PSRC Equity Pilot Grant for Benson Corridor Plan (unanimous)
• Authorized Change Order #6 with LBC Construction for $20,419.16 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills through 6/30/24 and payroll checks (unanimous)
• Approved excused absences for Councilmembers Troutner and Boyce (unanimous)

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

The Kent Bicycle Advisory Board approved the June 2024 meeting minutes (10-0) and discussed a draft Week Without Driving proclamation to share with the Mayor, forming a subcommittee to revise it. No other formal votes were taken; other items were informational or planning discussions.

• Approved June 2024 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Formed subcommittee (Thom, Baron, Erik J) to revise Week Without Driving proclamation

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

The Kent Civil Service Commission approved the June 26, 2024 meeting minutes, accepted 20 consent items covering retirements, resignations, probationary completions, and new hires, and approved three continuous testing eligibility lists for corrections and police officer positions. All votes were unanimous (3-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 26, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Accepted consent items A-T, including retirements, resignations, probationary completions, and new hires (3-0)
• Approved continuous testing eligibility list for Entry Level Corrections Officer (3-0)
• Approved continuous testing eligibility list for Entry Level Police Officer (3-0)
• Approved continuous testing eligibility list for Lateral/Experienced Corrections Officer (3-0)

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

The Land Use and Planning Board approved the minutes from June 10, June 24, and July 8, 2024, all unanimously. The board received updates on the 2044 Comprehensive Plan, including community engagement, DEIS comments, and a draft preferred alternative, and discussed housing element updates. No formal decisions were made on the plan items; they were informational and discussion-only.

• Approved minutes of June 10, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 24, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 8, 2024 (unanimous)

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)

The commission approved the 2025-2026 Human Services Funding Recommendations and the associated contingency plan, both by a 6-0 vote. Staff also presented an update on the 2024 Strategic Plan. No other substantive decisions were made; the next meeting is scheduled for September 19, 2024.

• Approved 2025-2026 Human Services Funding Recommendations (6-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 Human Services Contingency Plan (6-0)

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

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole met July 16, 2024 and approved a series of items, all by unanimous votes of the six members present (Council President Satwinder Kaur was excused). Actions included adopting an ordinance aligning utility tax filing frequency with other city taxes, accepting two grants totaling $914,364, and introducing a 10-year fiber franchise with Ziply Fiber Pacific. Several items were forwarded to the July 16 or August 6 City Council meetings.

• Approved agenda as presented (6-0)
• Approved minutes of the July 2, 2024 Committee of the Whole meeting (6-0)
• Approved payment of bills through 6/30/24 and payroll checks 6/16/24-6/30/24 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4495 aligning utility tax filing frequency with other city taxes and clarifying tax information disclosure for collection (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2074 supporting the Mill Creek Middle School Stormwater Improvement Project and authorizing the Mayor to sign documents (6-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign ARPA Grant Agreement with Kent School District, not to exceed $460,000 (6-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Change Order #6 with LBC Construction for courtroom refurbishment, $20,419.16 (6-0)
• Authorized IT Director to purchase 145 police mobile data computers via cooperative purchasing agreement with Panasonic Connect North America through June 30, 2025 (6-0)

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)

The City Council reviewed land use alternatives for the 2044 Comprehensive Plan update. Council members agreed that Alternative 1 is no longer under consideration and discussed a draft preferred alternative focusing on middle housing and specific corridor redevelopment.

• Agreed Alternative 1 for the 2044 Comprehensive Plan is no longer under consideration

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

The City Council unanimously approved a 10-year fiber optic network franchise with Ziply Fiber Pacific, LLC. The council also authorized several grant agreements for school stormwater improvements, domestic violence response, and playground resurfacing.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 4496 for a 10-year fiber franchise with Ziply Fiber Pacific, LLC (Unanimous)
• Authorized ARPA Grant Agreement with Kent School District up to $460,000 (Unanimous)
• Accepted $205,000 AWC grant for Domestic Violence Co-Responder Program (Unanimous)
• Accepted $100,000 state grant for Lake Meridian Playground Resurfacing Replacement Project (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2074 supporting Mill Creek Middle School Stormwater Improvement Project (Unanimous)
• Authorized IT Director to purchase equipment via Panasonic Connect North America agreement through June 30, 2025 (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills through 6/15/24 and payroll 6/1/24-6/15/24 (Unanimous)
• Approved July 2, 2024 workshop and regular meeting minutes (Unanimous)

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

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from April 16, 2024. Finance Director Paula Painter presented reports on cash, investments, revenues, and expenses through March 31, 2024.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved April 16, 2024 minutes (4-0)

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

The Firefighter's Relief and Pension Board held a special meeting on July 16, 2024, called to order at 3:30 p.m. and adjourned at 3:35 p.m. The board approved the agenda as presented and approved the minutes dated April 16, 2024, both by unanimous 4-0 votes. Finance Director Paula Painter gave an information-only presentation on cash, investments, and the statement of revenues and expenses through March 31, 2024. No substantive policy or spending decisions were made.

• Approved the agenda as presented (4-0)
• Approved the minutes dated April 16, 2024 (4-0)
• Received information only on cash, investments, and revenues/expenses through March 31, 2024

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

The commission approved the 2024-2025 Spotlight Series schedule and the accession of 14 new artworks into the city's portable collection. It also approved several art wrap proposals for traffic signal control boxes and a $500 grant for the 'Tempests in Teapots' project.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2024-2025 Spotlight Series schedule (unanimous)
• Approved traffic signal control box art proposals from Vincent Keele, Cathryn Baerwald, Maggie Jiang, Troy Miles, Nalisha Estrellas, and Shima Star (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Purchase Jury recommendations to accession 14 new artworks (unanimous)
• Approved $500 funding for 'Tempests in Teapots' grant application (carried with two abstentions)

Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Special Meeting

The Land Use and Planning Board will conduct a driving tour of the City of Kent. The purpose is to understand existing subarea planning efforts and potential future growth opportunities.

• Driving tour regarding subarea planning and growth opportunities

The board conducted a driving tour of East Hill Kent to review existing Subarea Planning and potential growth opportunities. The tour included downtown, Canyon, Kent-Kangley, 132nd, and the Benson Corridor. No action was taken during this meeting.

Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will review a $175,000 grant from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission to support the Kent Municipal DUI Court. The meeting also includes updates on stormwater improvements at Mill Creek Middle School and the STEM & Career Connected Plan.

• Acceptance of a $175,000 grant for DUI Court services
• Update on Mill Creek Middle School Stormwater Improvement Project
• Information regarding the STEM & Career Connected Plan and ARPA fund transfers
• Funding for Lake Meridian Playground Resurfacing Replacement Project

The Committee unanimously approved the acceptance of two grants for city services and approved the payment of bills. Members also received informational updates on STEM education planning and a stormwater project at Mill Creek Middle School.

• Accepted $175,000 grant from Washington Traffic Safety Commission for DUI court (Unanimous)
• Accepted $100,000 grant from State Recreation and Conservation Office for Lake Meridian Playground resurfacing (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills received through 6/15/24 and payroll for 6/1/24-6/15/24 (Unanimous)
• Approved June 18, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)

Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting

The City Council Workshop will discuss updates regarding the city's water system. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Kent Geographic Information System program.

• Water System Update presented by Rod Langford and Paul Johnson
• Kent Geographic Information System Update presented by Heath Brackett

The meeting consisted of presentations regarding the city's water infrastructure and Geographic Information System (GIS). No substantive decisions were made or voted upon during this workshop.

City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting

The council will consider authorizing a contract for substance use and mental and mental health services through Kent Youth and Family Services. They will also review maintenance agreements with Totem Logistics and award a bid for the 212th Water Treatment Facility. Staff updates will cover progress on Google fiber negotiations and school field grant funding.

• Contract for Kent Youth and Family Services mental health and substance use services
• Bid award for 212th Water Treatment Facility filter media installation
• Acceptance of the Meet Me on Meeker sidewalk improvements project as complete
• Maintenance agreements with Totem Logistics for litter clean-up and on-call services
• Interagency agreement with Washington Traffic Safety Commission for a DUI Court Grant

The Kent City Council approved its consent calendar unanimously, including payment of bills, a youth substance-use and mental health services contract, two on-call maintenance agreements with Totem Logistics, acceptance of a sidewalk project as complete, and a $175,000 DUI court grant from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission. In separate business, the council unanimously awarded the 212th Water Treatment Facility filter media installation project to Award Construction, Inc. for $271,643. No public hearing was held and no executive session occurred. The meeting adjourned at 7:32 p.m.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes, payment of bills, and multiple contracts (6-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Kent Youth and Family Services contract for substance use disorder and mental health services (6-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign two Totem Logistics agreements for on-call services and litter clean-up (6-0)
• Accepted Meet Me on Meeker sidewalk improvements project as complete and authorized retainage release to Axum General Construction (6-0)
• Accepted $175,000 DUI court grant from Washington Traffic Safety Commission and amended budget (6-0)
• Awarded 212th Water Treatment Facility filter media installation to Award Construction, Inc. for $271,643 (6-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission - Parks & Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to elect a new Vice Chair and discuss natural resources updates for park operations. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a July park tour and the commission's new framework.

• Election of a new Vice Chair
• Natural Resources Update – Park Ops
• Discussion regarding a July park tour
• Approval of April 24, 2024, meeting minutes summary

The Kent Parks & Recreation Commission approved the minutes from its April 26, 2024 meeting and discussed updates regarding the New Parks Commission Framework, natural resources, and upcoming park tours. The election of a new Vice Chair was postponed due to a lack of a quorum.

• Approved minutes from the April 26, 2024 meeting
• Postponed election of new Vice Chair due to lack of quorum

Civil Service Commission - Civil Service Commission - Regular Meeting

The Commission will review personnel updates including new hires and completed probationary periods for police and corrections staff. The meeting also includes consideration of a six-month extension for the Police Sergeant eligibility list.

• Approval of continuous testing eligibility lists for Entry Level and Lateral/Experienced Police and Corrections Officers
• Request for a six-month extension of the Police Sergeant eligibility list
• Confirmation of job offer for Chief Civil Service Examiner/HR Analyst at $99,660 annually
• Notification of probationary period completions for several police and corrections officers

The Civil Service Commission met on June 26, 2024 with Chair Pauline Thomas and Commissioner Bruce Weissich present; Commissioner Mitchell was absent. The Commission approved the May 22, 2024 minutes, accepted nine consent items covering police hiring, probation completions, a resignation, and eligibility list removals, and approved four continuous testing eligibility lists for entry-level and lateral police and corrections officers. It also approved a six-month extension of the Police Sergeant eligibility list. All votes passed 2-0.

• Approved May 22, 2024 regular meeting minutes (2-0)
• Accepted consent items A-I, including police hires, probation completions, a resignation, and eligibility list removals (2-0)
• Approved continuous testing eligibility list for Entry Level Corrections Officer established June 14, 2024 (2-0)
• Approved continuous testing eligibility list for Entry Level Police Officer established June 14, 2024 (2-0)
• Approved continuous testing eligibility list for Lateral/Experienced Police Officer established June 18, 2024 (2-0)
• Approved continuous testing eligibility list for Lateral/Experienced Corrections Officer established June 18, 2024 (2-0)
• Approved six-month extension of the Police Sergeant eligibility list (2-0)
• Adjourned at 5:37 PM (2-0)

Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging Board - Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging Board - Reg

The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Board is meeting to discuss an implementation rubric. This includes defining success, prioritizing implementation, and reviewing community investments. The agenda also includes a general discussion on current events and the DEIBB logo.

• Implementation rubric discussion
• Defining success
• Prioritization of implementation
• Community investments
• DEIBB logo and engagement

The board met to discuss the implementation of a strategic plan, including the development of a rubric to measure success. Members reviewed potential indicators for progress and provided input on prioritizing actionable steps for the first year of the plan.

• No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during this meeting.

Bicycle Advisory Board - Bicycle Advisory Board - Regular Meeting

The Kent Bicycle Advisory Board will approve the May 2024 meeting minutes. The agenda includes reports on the Comprehensive Plan Meeting, sub-committee updates, and the Week Without Driving event scheduled for September 30 to October 6.

• Approval of May 2024 meeting minutes
• Report on Comprehensive Plan Meeting
• Week Without Driving (9/30-10/6) discussion
• Festival & Events Sub-Committee Report
• Bicycle Infrastructure Sub-Committee Report

The Kent Bicycle Advisory Board voted 9-0-1, with Connie Stolpp abstaining, to ask the Mayor to proclaim September 30-October 6 as Week Without Driving and to draft a proclamation. The board also approved its May 2024 meeting minutes 10-0 and formed a committee of Wendy Graves, Prem Subedi, and Erik Jacobs to work on the proclamation. Staff said the Mayor's Office will determine the final proclamation language, with the board able to review the proposed wording. Other items were reports and discussion only, including the May 29 Comprehensive Plan joint meeting, bike rodeos, and road diets on 4th Ave N, Meeker-Lincoln-Smith, and S 260th St.

• Approved May 2024 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Voted to ask the Mayor to proclaim September 30-October 6 as Week Without Driving and draft a proclamation (9-0-1, Connie Stolpp abstaining)
• Formed Week Without Driving committee with Wendy Graves, Prem Subedi, and Erik Jacobs

Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting

The Land Use and Planning Board will hold a workshop regarding the 2044 Comprehensive Plan project. Staff will present updates on community engagement efforts and a summary of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The plan evaluates three growth scenarios to accommodate 10,200 new housing units and 32,000 jobs through 2044.

• Workshop on 2044 Comprehensive Plan Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS)
• Review of three growth alternatives for housing and employment targets
• Update on Round 2 Community Engagement efforts
• Public comment period for the DEIS ends July 15, 2024

The Land Use and Planning Board held a workshop regarding the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the 2044 Comprehensive Plan. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during the meeting. The session focused on staff presentations and board member discussion regarding housing needs and growth scenarios.

• Held workshop on 2044 Comprehensive Plan DEIS
• Adjourned meeting at 7:05 p.m.

Human Services Commission - Human Services Commission - Special Meeting

The Human Services Commission scheduled a special meeting for June 20, 2024. The agenda contains procedural items including priorities and equity prompts and a group discussion.

• Grounding – Priorities & Equity Prompts

The Human Services Commission met on June 20, 2024 for a special meeting. According to the minutes, staff revisited equity prompts from a prior meeting, commissioners and reviewers held group discussions, and staff discussed next steps in the application review process. No motions, votes, approvals, denials, or funding decisions are recorded in the minutes. The meeting was called to order at 9:25 AM and adjourned at 4:32 p.m.

Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will review several service contracts and agreements. This includes authorizations for Canyon Ridge lighting, youth mental health services, and litter clean-up maintenance.

• Contract for Canyon Ridge Lighting
• Kent Youth and Family Services contract for substance use disorder and mental health services
• Maintenance agreement with Totem Logistics for litter clean-up
• Maintenance agreement with Totem Logistics for on-call services

The Kent Committee of the Whole approved the June 4, 2024 meeting minutes and the payment of bills and payroll. The committee also authorized contracts for sports field lighting at Canyon Ridge Middle School, substance use and mental health services with Kent Youth and Family Services, and two maintenance agreements with Totem Logistics for litter clean-up and on-call services.

• Approved the agenda as presented (Unanimous)
• Approved the June 4, 2024 Committee of the Whole minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills through 5/31/24 and payroll checks issued 5/16/24-5/31/24 (Unanimous)
• Authorized a contract with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for Canyon Ridge Middle School field lighting not to exceed $504,464.74 (Unanimous)
• Authorized a Consultant Services Agreement with Kent Youth and Family Services for substance use disorder and mental health services (Unanimous)
• Authorized a Goods and Services Maintenance Agreement with Totem Logistics, Inc. for litter clean-up services (Unanimous)
• Authorized a Goods and Services Maintenance Agreement with Totem Logistics, Inc. for on-call services (Unanimous)

Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting

The Council will review the 2023 Financial Year-in-Review Report and receive an update on the 2044 Comprehensive Plan. Staff will present a summary of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement regarding three potential growth scenarios. This discussion aims to inform the selection of a preferred growth alternative for the city.

• 2023 Financial Year-in-Review Report
• 2044 Comprehensive Plan Draft Environmental Impact Statement update
• Growth scenarios for 10,200 new housing units and 32,000 jobs through 2044

The City Council held a workshop to review the 2023 year-end financial status, the May 2024 monthly financial report, and the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the 2044 Comprehensive Plan. No formal legislative actions or votes were taken during this meeting. The session focused on presentations regarding city revenue, budget forecasts, and land-use alternatives for future growth.

• Received 2023 year-end financial report
• Received May 2024 monthly financial report
• Reviewed 2044 Comprehensive Plan Draft Environmental Impact Statement

City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review the 2025 South King County Housing and Homelessness Partners Work Plan and Operating Budget. The agenda also includes adopting fee updates for the Lake Meridian boat launch and authorizing several infrastructure contracts and grants.

• Ordinance amending KCC 4.06.200 regarding Lake Meridian Boat Launch Fee
• 2025 South King County Housing and Homelessness Partners Work Plan and Operating Budget
• Grant applications for Uplands Playfield, Spray Park, and Garrison Creek Park
• Consultant Services Agreement with KBA, Inc. for South 218th Street Project
• Acceptance of the 6MG1 Reservoir and Vent Replacement Project as complete

The City Council unanimously approved the 2025 South King County Housing and Homelessness Partners Work Plan and Operating Budget. The council also authorized several park improvements, reservoir project completions, and easement agreements.

• Approved 2025 South King County Housing and Homelessness Partners Work Plan and Operating Budget (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4494 regarding Lake Meridian Boat Launch fees (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2072 authorizing Lake Meridian Park boat launch fees (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2073 for grant applications for Uplands Playfield, Spray Park, Uplands Extension, and Garrison Creek Park (Unanimous)
• Authorized Consultant Services Agreement with KBA, Inc. for South 218th Street Project (Unanimous)
• Authorized Flood Protection Levee Easement with King County (Unanimous)
• Authorized easements with City of Covington for Jenkins Creek culvert (Unanimous)
• Authorized athletic field lighting contract with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for Canyon Ridge (Unanimous)

Arts Commission - Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will consider several authorization requests for city services. These include a contract for substance use disorder and mental health services, lighting for Canyon Ridge, and litter clean-up agreements.

• Contract for Canyon Ridge Lighting
• Kent Youth and Family Services contract for substance use disorder and mental health services
• Maintenance agreement with Totem Logistics for litter clean-up
• Maintenance agreement with Totem Logistics for on-call services

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole met June 18, 2024 and approved its agenda and the June 4, 2024 meeting minutes. It approved payment of bills received through 5/31/24 and payroll checks issued 5/16/24-5/31/24, and authorized the Mayor to sign agreements for Canyon Ridge Middle School sports field lighting, Kent Youth and Family Services substance use and mental health services, and two litter clean-up contracts with Totem Logistics. All motions passed unanimously; the meeting adjourned at 4:20 p.m.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved June 4, 2024 Committee of the Whole minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills through 5/31/24 and payroll checks issued 5/16/24-5/31/24 (unanimous)
• Authorized Parks Department contract with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for Canyon Ridge Middle School field lighting, cost not expected to exceed $504,464.74 (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Consultant Services Agreement with Kent Youth and Family Services for substance use disorder and mental health services (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Goods and Services Maintenance Agreement with Totem Logistics, Inc. for right-of-way litter clean-up (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Goods and Services Maintenance Agreement with Totem Logistics, Inc. for on-call clean-up and disposal services (unanimous)

Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting

The Kent Land Use and Planning Board will receive staff updates on two ongoing projects. Staff will discuss proposed siting guidelines and approval conditions for new behavioral health facilities, including opioid treatment programs, and request board input on suitable locations. The board will also review progress on the 2044 Comprehensive Plan, noting the release of a Draft Environmental Impact Statement.

• Staff review proposed siting guidelines and permit conditions for Enhanced Service and Intensive Behavioral Health Treatment Facilities
• Discussion of updated location criteria and approval terms for Opioid Treatment Programs
• Progress report on the 2044 Comprehensive Plan, including the release of a Draft Environmental Impact Statement
• Presentation on current safety protocols by Long Range Planning staff

The Board reviewed staff updates on the 2044 Comprehensive Plan and safety protocols. Members provided feedback on appropriate zoning and requirements for Enhanced Service and Intensive Behavioral Health Treatment Facilities.

• Approved May 13, 2024 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved May 28, 2024 minutes (Unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items, including an update on behavioral health facilities and employee deferred compensation. The committee will also consider new boat launch fees and various public works agreements.

• Ordinance to amend Lake Meridian Boat Launch fees
• Consultant agreement with KBA, Inc. for South 218th Street Project
• Grant applications for Uplands Playfield and Spray Park
• Flood protection levee easement with King County
• Easements for Jenkins Creek culvert construction near Covington

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole approved minutes, adopted Ordinance No. 4493 updating the employee deferred compensation program on an emergency basis, and approved the 2025 South King Housing and Homelessness Partners work plan and budget. It also adopted Ordinance No. 4494 and Resolution No. 2072 changing Lake Meridian boat launch fee payment and raising the daily fee to $8, and adopted Resolution No. 2073 authorizing grant applications for park projects. The committee authorized a consultant agreement for the South 218th Street project and easements with King County and Covington; all votes were unanimous. A behavioral health facilities update was informational only, with staff to return for further discussion.

• Approved minutes of May 21, 2024 Committee of the Whole meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4493 amending Kent City Code Chapter 2.80 on deferred compensation (unanimous, emergency, retroactive to June 1, 2009)
• Approved 2025 South King Housing and Homelessness Partners Work Plan and Operating Budget (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4494 amending Kent City Code 4.06.200 regarding Lake Meridian boat launch fee payment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2072 authorizing boat launch fees, raising daily fee to $8, annual pass remains $50 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2073 authorizing grant applications to Recreation and Conservation Office for Uplands Playfield and Spray Park, Uplands Extension Acquisition, and Garrison Creek Park (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign consultant services agreement with KBA, Inc. for South 218th Street project (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign flood protection levee easement with King County (unanimous)

Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council will hold a workshop on June 4, 2024, to discuss ongoing traffic calming efforts across the city. Traffic Engineer Erik Preston is scheduled to present an update on these initiatives for a 45-minute session. This agenda item covers discussion only and does not include formal votes or contract approvals.

• Traffic Engineer Erik Preston will provide a 45-minute update on citywide traffic calming efforts.

The City Council held a workshop to review statistics and processes for the Residential Traffic Calming Program (RTCP). No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council will consider several authorization items, including engineering services for the Green River Bridge and a project with Drainage District #1. The council will also review budget adjustments and an ordinance regarding employee deferred compensation. Staff reported that the city has received a $500,000 EPA Brownfields grant.

• Consultant services agreement with TranTech Engineering for Green River Bridge
• Inter-Governmental Agreement with Drainage District #1 for Mill Creek Reestablishment Project
• $500,000 EPA Brownfields grant for West Hill/Midway and Downtown areas
• Awarding of motor control equipment for the Horseshoe Storm Pump Station
• Budget adjustment ordinance for January 1 through March 31, 2024

The City Council approved several administrative agreements, budget adjustments, and a city code amendment via a consent calendar. The council also awarded a contract for storm pump station equipment.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 4492 increasing the budget by $15,817,550 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4493 updating the Employee Deferred Compensation Program (Unanimous)
• Awarded Horseshoe Storm Pump Station motor control equipment contract to Murcal, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Authorized janitorial supplies purchase through Network Distribution’s Cooperative Purchasing Agreement (Unanimous)
• Authorized Goods and Services Agreement with TriVan Truck Body, LLC (Unanimous)
• Authorized supplement to Consultant Services Agreement with TranTech Engineering, LLC for Green River Bridge (Unanimous)
• Authorized Agreement with King County Drainage District #1 for Mill Creek Reestablishment project (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills through 5/15/24 and payroll through 5/15/24 (Unanimous)

Council Workshop - Workshop Special Meeting

The Kent City Council and multiple city boards and commissions are holding a special joint workshop to discuss the 2044 Comprehensive Plan. This is a discussion-only meeting; no public testimony will be accepted. The agenda contains no other business items.

• Joint workshop on the 2044 Comprehensive Plan
• No public testimony accepted at this meeting

The Kent City Council and various boards held a joint workshop to discuss findings from three potential growth alternatives for the 2044 Comprehensive Plan. Participants engaged in an interactive activity called 'KentQuest' to weigh in on impacts, trade-offs, and priorities. No final decisions or votes were recorded; the event was designed to gather input to help inform the City's future selection of a preferred growth alternative.

• Discussed findings from three potential growth alternatives for the 2044 Comprehensive Plan
• Participants used tokens and gems in 'KentQuest' activity to indicate priorities and concerns
• No formal votes or policy decisions were taken during the workshop

Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Special Meeting

This is a special joint workshop of the Kent City Council and multiple boards and commissions to discuss the 2044 Comprehensive Plan. It is an open public meeting, but public testimony will not be accepted during this session. The agenda contains no specific decisions or proposals, only the workshop purpose.

• Joint workshop on the 2044 Comprehensive Plan
• No public testimony accepted
• Open public meeting at Kent City Hall, 220 Fourth Avenue South

The Kent City Council and various boards and commissions participated in a workshop to discuss three potential growth alternatives for the 2044 Comprehensive Plan. Participants used an interactive activity called 'KentQuest' to provide feedback on growth impacts and priorities. No formal votes or policy decisions were made.

Bicycle Advisory Board - Bicycle Advisory Board - Special Meeting

This is a special joint workshop of the Kent City Council and multiple boards and commissions, including the Bicycle Advisory Board, to discuss the 2044 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting is open to the public, but no public testimony will be accepted.

• Joint workshop on the 2044 Comprehensive Plan
• Involves City Council, Land Use and Planning Board, Arts Commission, Bicycle Advisory Board, and other boards
• No public testimony accepted

Civil Service Commission - Civil Service Commission - Special Meeting

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including adopting an emergency ordinance to update the employee deferred compensation program, approving the 2025 South King County Housing and Homelessness Partners work plan and budget, and authorizing various contracts and easements. The agenda also includes an informational update on behavioral health facilities and a resolution for grant applications for park projects.

• Ordinance No. 4493 amending KCC 2.80 on deferred compensation, adopted on emergency basis with retroactive effect to June 1, 2009
• 2025 South King County Housing and Homelessness Partners Work Plan and Operating Budget - Approve
• Ordinance amending KCC 4.06.200 regarding Lake Meridian Boat Launch Fee - Adopt
• Resolution authorizing grant applications with Recreation and Conservation Office for Uplands Playfield, Spray Park, Uplands Extension Acquisition, and Garrison Creek Park - Adopt
• Consultant Services Agreement with KBA, Inc. for South 218th Street Project - Authorize

The Committee of the Whole approved updates to the employee deferred compensation program and increased Lake Meridian boat launch fees. The council also authorized several land easements and a consultant agreement for the South 218th Street project.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 4493 updating the employee deferred compensation program (Unanimous)
• Approved 2025 South King Housing and Homelessness Partners Work Plan and Operating Budget (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4494 and Resolution No. 2072 increasing Lake Meridian boat launch fee to $8 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2073 to apply for grants for Uplands Playfield, Spray Park, and Garrison Creek Park (Unanimous)
• Authorized consultant agreement with KBA, Inc. for South 218th Street project (Unanimous)
• Authorized flood protection levee easement with King County (Unanimous)
• Authorized permanent and temporary easements with City of Covington for Jenkins Creek culvert (Unanimous)
• Approved May 21, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting

This is a special joint workshop of the Kent City Council, Land Use and Planning Board, and multiple other boards and commissions to discuss the 2044 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting is open to the public, but public testimony will not be accepted. The agenda contains only this workshop item and procedural boilerplate.

• Joint workshop on the 2044 Comprehensive Plan
• No public testimony accepted
• Meeting held at Kent City Hall, 220 Fourth Avenue South

The Kent City Council and several boards and commissions met May 28, 2024 for a special joint workshop on the 2044 Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan team presented an overview and participants took part in an interactive activity, "KentQuest: Building Tomorrow Together," to weigh in on potential growth impacts, trade-offs, and priorities for three growth alternatives. No decisions were made; results will help inform the City's later selection of a preferred growth alternative. The minutes are marked pending approval.

Council Workshop - Workshop Special Meeting

The Kent City Council is holding its annual planning retreat to set the city's direction for the next few years, focusing on the financial outlook. Discussions will cover public safety needs and funding, 2025-26 budget preparation, transportation project prioritization, and housing legislation. The meeting is open to the public, but no testimony will be accepted.

• Public safety funding discussion, noting Kent has 1.20 officers per 1,000 residents vs. national average of 2.31
• 2025-26 budget preparation, including potential 'no growth budget' and program cuts
• Transportation project prioritization and funding, including road safety standards
• Housing legislation impact and Comprehensive Plan update
• Review of Open Public Meetings Act and council meeting safety protocols

The Kent City Council held a special workshop to establish consensus on five priority issues. They agreed to adopt a 'no growth' budget for 2025-26 to address projected deficits and unanimously endorsed exploring the purchase of a new building outside downtown to replace City Hall. The Council also agreed to advocate for state funding for public safety rather than pursuing a local ballot measure, and discussed the need for sustainable transportation funding and new housing regulations.

• Agreed to adopt a 'no growth' budget for 2025-26
• Unanimously endorsed exploring feasibility of purchasing a new City Hall building
• Agreed to advocate for state funding for public safety instead of a local ballot measure
• Agreed to explore raising the $10 million cap on the Business and Occupation (B&O) Tax
• Agreed to share an interest in a sustainable transportation system
• Agreed to explore purchasing the KCP Building (81,464 SF) for a 90-day period
• Declined to revisit tiny house policy as a standalone item
• Agreed to potentially discuss marijuana sales revenue during the 2025-26 budget process

Civil Service Commission - Civil Service Commission - Regular Meeting

The Kent Civil Service Commission will consider approving several personnel actions, including offering the Chief Civil Service Examiner/HR Analyst position to Pearlina Chhaysymeexo, extending the Corrections Sergeant eligibility list, and approving new eligibility lists for police and corrections officers. The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes and consent items covering resignations, promotions, and probationary completions.

• Authorize offer of Chief Civil Service Examiner/HR Analyst position to Pearlina Chhaysymeexo
• Six-month extension of Corrections Sergeant eligibility list
• Approve eligibility lists for Entry Level Corrections Officer, Entry Level Police Officer, Lateral/Experienced Police Officer, and Records Specialist
• Consent items: resignations of Cmdr. Scott Rankin, Oziel-Ivan Arjona, Anthony Blackwell, Jalene King; promotions of Kenny Clay to Sergeant; probationary completions for Ofr. Adrian Rojas, Kristy Rorie, Ofr. Christina Allen, Carly Manning

The Kent Civil Service Commission approved the offer of the Chief Civil Service Examiner/HR Analyst position to Pearlina Chhaysymeexo. The Commission also approved a six-month extension for the Corrections Sergeant eligibility list and accepted several personnel updates, including promotions, probationary completions, and resignations.

• Approved offer of Chief Civil Service Examiner/HR Analyst position to Pearlina Chhaysymeexo (3-0)
• Approved six-month extension of Corrections Sergeant eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved five new eligibility lists for police, corrections, and administrative roles (3-0)
• Accepted consent items regarding personnel changes, including promotions and resignations (2-0)
• Approved minutes from March 27 and May 9 meetings (2-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission - Parks & Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council is holding its annual planning session to discuss strategic issues, including public safety funding, the 2025-26 budget, transportation priorities, and housing legislation. The meeting is a workshop with no public testimony, and it includes reviews of safety protocols and the Open Public Meetings Act.

• Discussion of public safety needs and funding, noting Kent has 1.20 police officers per 1,000 residents vs. national average of 2.31
• Budget preparation for 2025-26, including potential cuts and 'no growth budget' consideration
• Transportation project prioritization and funding, with focus on roadway safety
• Housing legislation impact and Comprehensive Plan update to increase housing supply
• Review of safety protocols for council meetings and Open Public Meetings Act

The Kent City Council reached consensus on key priorities during a special workshop, agreeing to adopt a no-growth budget for 2025-2026 to address structural deficits. Councilmembers also unanimously endorsed exploring the purchase of a building outside downtown to serve as a new municipal center, alongside strategies for public safety funding, transportation, and housing mandates.

• Endorsed adopting a no-growth budget for the 2025-2026 biennium
• Unanimously endorsed exploring the feasibility of purchasing a building outside downtown for a new municipal center
• Unanimously expressed support for seeking councilmanic authority from the State Legislature to raise the sales tax for public safety
• Agreed to advocate at the State Legislature for sustainable state funding for public safety and inclusion on the AWC legislative agenda

Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole will consider routine items including approving minutes, paying bills, and adopting a consolidating budget adjustment ordinance for early 2024. They will also authorize several agreements: a cooperative purchasing deal for janitorial supplies, a goods and services contract with TriVan Truck Body, a consultant agreement for the Green River Bridge on Meeker Street, and an inter-governmental agreement for the Mill Creek Reestablishment Project.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 4492 consolidating budget adjustments (overall increase of $15,817)
• Authorize cooperative purchasing agreement for janitorial supplies
• Authorize goods and services agreement with TriVan Truck Body, LLC
• Authorize consultant services agreement with TranTech Engineering for Green River Bridge on Meeker Street
• Authorize inter-governmental agreement with Drainage District #1 for Mill Creek Reestablishment Project

The Committee of the Whole adopted an ordinance consolidating budget adjustments for early 2024. The council also authorized several service agreements for infrastructure, public safety, and facility maintenance.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 4492 increasing budget by $15,817,550 (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills through 5/15/24 and payroll 5/1/24 - 5/15/24 (Unanimous)
• Authorized Parks Department to purchase custodial supplies via Omnia Partners (Unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with TriVan Truck Body, LLC for a crime scene and evidence van (Unanimous)
• Authorized supplement to TranTech Engineering, LLC for Green River Bridge on Meeker Street (Unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with King County Drainage District #1 for Mill Creek Reestablishment project (Unanimous)
• Approved May 7, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting

The City Council workshop consisted of presentations regarding the 2044 Comprehensive Plan, the Target Zero traffic safety action plan, and the Clark Springs water supply habitat conservation. No formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded during the meeting.

City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Program resolution. The agenda also includes several consent items such as ordinances on small works roster, parks commission framework, and parking, plus awarding bids for road and bridge projects.

• Public hearing on 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Program resolution
• Ordinance amending Chapter 3.70 (Small Works Roster) - adopt
• Ordinance revising KCC 2.60 (Parks Commission framework) - adopt
• Ordinance amending Chapter 9.38 (Parking) - adopt
• Bids: S 218th Street/98th Avenue S and Green River Bridge repainting/deck repair

The Kent City Council adopted Resolution No. 2071, the 2025-2030 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program, after a public hearing with no speakers signed up. The council also approved its consent calendar in one unanimous vote, covering minutes, bill payments, three ordinances, a Lodging Tax Advisory Committee appointment, a school district lighting agreement, a body-worn camera grant, and an excused absence. Two construction bids were awarded unanimously: the S 218th Street/98th Avenue S project to SCI Infrastructure, LLC and the Green River Bridge repainting and deck repair project to Mericka Group, LLC. No dollar amounts were recorded in the minutes for these actions.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2071, the 2025-2030 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (unanimous)
• Approved consent items A-I in one vote (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4489 amending KCC Chapter 3.70 on the small works roster process (consent, unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4490 revising KCC Chapter 2.60 on Parks Commission duties (consent, unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4491 amending KCC Chapter 9.38 on parking (consent, unanimous)
• Confirmed Jim Moran to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, term expiring April 3, 2025 (consent, unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Kent School District interlocal agreement for Canyon Ridge Middle School athletic field lighting and joint synthetic turf use (consent, unanimous)
• Awarded S 218th Street/98th Avenue S project to SCI Infrastructure, LLC and Green River Bridge repainting/deck repair to Mericka Group, LLC (both unanimous)

Bicycle Advisory Board - Bicycle Advisory Board - Special Meeting

The Kent Bicycle Advisory Board approved its April 2024 minutes 10-0 and received a staff presentation on the Willis Street road diet, which would add an RRFB crosswalk at 2nd Ave S, remove a westbound lane for a median island, and add a bikeable shoulder from east of 2nd Ave S to Central Ave S, with construction likely in 2026. The board also reviewed the recent bike rodeo (33 kids on bikes, 26 waivers signed) and discussed a possible mayoral proclamation for Week Without Driving (September 30–October 6), referring further research to June. No formal decisions beyond the minutes approval were recorded.

• Approved April 2024 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Received Willis Street road diet preliminary design presentation; no board vote recorded
• Discussed requesting a mayoral proclamation for Week Without Driving; referred research to June meeting
• Erik Jacobs volunteered to lead the Festival & Events Sub-Committee
• No decision on a Ride to Work Day station; suggested tabling until February
• No decision on a Zoom class for Ride With GPS; Wendy Graves said an hour is too long for a KBAB meeting

Human Services Commission - Human Services Commission - Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Kent Human Services Commission, held at 12:00 p.m. on May 16, 2024, to discuss priorities and equity prompts in small groups. The agenda includes opening, grounding, small group discussions, and next steps for the June meeting. No formal decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting is primarily a working session.

• Small group discussions on priorities and equity prompts
• Next steps for the June meeting
• Special meeting time: 12:00 p.m. (instead of usual 3:00 p.m.)

The commission met for a special session to review equity prompts and discuss the next steps for the application review process. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded.

Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting

The board approved the minutes from the April 8, 2024 meeting. Staff provided updates on the 2044 Comprehensive Plan and proposed siting changes for Opioid Treatment Programs, though no formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved Minutes dated April 8, 2024 (Unanimous)

Civil Service Commission - Civil Service Commission - Special Meeting

The Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to consider a motion to concur in removing the Administrative Assistant III position from the City of Kent's civil service system. The Police Chief and Chief Administrative Officer request this change to make the position at-will, allowing more flexibility in hiring and firing. The position is currently vacant.

• Motion to concur in removal of Administrative Assistant III position from civil service system
• Position serves as confidential assistant to the Police Chief
• Removal requires concurrence of Police Chief, Chief Administrative Officer, and Civil Service Commission
• Position currently vacant; recruitment would follow non-represented at-will methods if approved

The Civil Service Commission met to consider a memo from Chief Padilla regarding the status of a specific staff role. The commission voted to remove the Administrative Assistant III position from the City of Kent’s Civil Service System.

• Approved removal of Administrative Assistant III position from Civil Service System (3-0)

Arts Commission - Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The Kent Arts Commission will hold its regular meeting to approve April minutes, receive the treasurer's report, and hear updates from the Performing Arts and Visual Arts/Acquisitions committees. Items include the 2024-2025 Spotlight Series booking, 2024 Summer Concerts, and the 2024 Summer Art Exhibit. The meeting is open to the public with options for written comments.

• Approval of April minutes
• Treasurer's report
• 2024-2025 Spotlight Series booking update
• 2024 Summer Concerts update
• 2024 Summer Art Exhibit opening reception on June 5, 6-7:30 p.m.

The Kent Arts Commission unanimously approved a contract with artist Vaughn Bell to create artwork for the new East Hill North community park. The commission also approved $1,000 in full funding for the Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra's summer camp and elected Gerard Philpotts as Treasurer for the remainder of 2024. A $75 grant for the Kent Community Foundation was approved pending receipt of the application.

• Approved contract with artist Vaughn Bell for East Hill North park artwork (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 full funding for Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra summer camp (unanimous)
• Elected Gerard Philpotts as Treasurer for remainder of 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved $75 funding for Kent Community Foundation pending application receipt (unanimous)
• Approved April minutes as written (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole will review and vote on several ordinances and agreements, including adopting changes to the small works roster process, confirming a Lodging Tax Advisory Committee appointment, authorizing a body-worn camera grant from the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs, and amending parking regulations. They will also receive informational updates on the March 2024 financial report, the Kent Laboratory Academy's School's Out Park Program, and the 2025-2030 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 3.70 (Small Works Roster Process) - Adopt
• Appointment to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee - Confirm
• Ordinance revising KCC 2.60 (Parks Commission framework) - Adopt
• Canyon Ridge Lighting – Kent School District Interlocal Agreement - Authorize
• Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs Body Worn Camera Grant Program - Authorize

The Committee of the Whole adopted several ordinances updating the city's criminal, parking, and procurement codes. The council also authorized a grant for jail body-worn cameras and an agreement for athletic field lighting at Canyon Ridge Middle School.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 4489 updating the small works roster process (Unanimous)
• Confirmed Jim Moran to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4490 revising Parks and Recreation Commission structure (Unanimous)
• Authorized interlocal agreement with Kent School District for Canyon Ridge Middle School lighting (Unanimous)
• Approved $135,628.05 grant for 21 body-worn cameras for jail staff (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4488 incorporating new state crimes into city code (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4491 amending parking regulations (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills and payroll through April 30, 2024 (Unanimous)

City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council approved several infrastructure projects, including a $3.29M creek reestablishment and school zone flashers. The council also adopted ordinances to update city codes regarding traffic camera fines and state-adopted crimes.

• Awarded Mill Creek Reestablishment project to Strickland and Sons Excavation, LLC for $3,292,409.03 (Unanimous)
• Awarded Safe Routes to School - School Zone Flashers project to Transportation Systems, Inc. for $329,554 (Unanimous)
• Awarded Kiwanis Tot Lot 4 Renovation Project bid to L.W. Sundstrom, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4487 updating traffic camera violation fines (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4488 to incorporate new state-adopted crimes (Unanimous)
• Authorized $239,250 in additional TIB grant funds for Reith Road Roundabouts (Unanimous)
• Authorized lease agreement with Plemmons Industries, Inc. for 2024 Traffic Signal Shop (Unanimous)
• Accepted Lindental Generator Replacement Project as complete (Unanimous)

Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council is holding a workshop to receive two informational updates: one on the Parks Natural Resources Program covering natural areas management, urban forestry, and community stewardship, and another on the City's Information Technology Security. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and briefing purposes. Public comment is accepted in writing only, submitted at least three hours before the meeting or in person at the meeting.

• Parks Natural Resources Program update on natural areas, urban forestry, and stewardship plans for 2024 and beyond
• Information Technology Security overview presented by Infrastructure and Security Operations Center Manager James Endicott
• Workshop format with no listed action items or votes
• Written public comments accepted up to three hours before meeting start

The May 7, 2024 Kent City Council workshop was a presentation-only session with no substantive decisions recorded. Parks staff presented an overview of the City's Natural Resources Management Program, including the 2022 Park and Open Space Plan and the Green Kent program. IT staff presented an update on the Infrastructure and Security Operations Center, covering security monitoring, Zero Trust Architecture, and ransomware. The meeting ended at 6:48 p.m.

Bicycle Advisory Board - Bicycle Advisory Board - Regular Meeting

The Kent Bicycle Advisory Board is holding its regular meeting to approve March minutes, elect officers, and discuss a Bike Everywhere Month proclamation. The board will also hear reports on bike rodeo planning, festivals, infrastructure, and monthly rides.

• Officer elections
• Bike Everywhere Month proclamation
• Bike Rodeo planning
• Bicycle Infrastructure Sub-Committee report
• Festival & Events Sub-Committee report

The board elected Wendy Graves as Chair and Maria Castro as Vice-Chair. Members approved a motion requesting the Mayor proclaim May as Bike Everywhere Month. The board also discussed planning for the 3rd Annual Bike Rodeo and reviewed bicycle infrastructure gaps.

• Approved March 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Elected Wendy Graves as Chair (9-0)
• Elected Maria Castro as Vice-Chair (9-0)
• Approved motion to ask Mayor to proclaim May as Bike Everywhere Month (10-0)

Public Facilities District Board - Public Facilities District Board - Regular Meeting

The Kent Public Facilities District Board will hold a regular meeting to elect a new secretary, recognize outgoing board member Jeff Piecewicz, and receive updates on recruitment, finances, and operations of the accesso ShoWare Center. The agenda includes financial reports from the City of Kent and the ShoWare Center, as well as operational and marketing updates.

• Election of Secretary for term beginning September 1, 2024
• Recognition of outgoing board member Jeff Piecewicz (served 9/1/12 – 8/31/24)
• Recruitment update for Position #1 appointed by Kent City Council
• Financial reports: City of Kent and accesso ShoWare Center
• Operational updates: General Manager and Marketing

The Public Facilities District Board approved the minutes from October 26, 2023, and unanimously elected Kristie Duggan as the new Secretary, effective September 1, 2024. The board also recognized outgoing member Jeff Piecewicz and received financial updates indicating the ShoWare Center is currently behind budget due to lower attendance, despite having many events scheduled for 2024.

• Approved minutes dated October 26, 2023 (4-0)
• Elected Kristie Duggan as Secretary effective Sept 1, 2024 (4-0)
• Recognized Jeff Piecewicz for 12 years of service
• Received financial reports on ShoWare Center operations and budget status

Parks & Recreation Commission - Parks & Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Kent Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting on April 24, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. The main items are a discussion of a new Park Commission Operating Framework and a discussion of Riverbend Concessions. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the March 27, 2024 meeting. No final decisions are scheduled on the discussion items.

• Discussion of new Park Commission Operating Framework
• Discussion of Riverbend Concessions
• Approval of minutes from March 27, 2024 meeting
• Commission planning, updates, and discussion

The Kent Parks & Recreation Commission approved the minutes from its March 27, 2024 meeting. The commission reviewed a new operating framework and discussed Riverbend Concessions, but no actions or decisions were taken on these items. The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.

• Approved minutes dated March 27, 2024
• Reviewed 2024 Commission Operating Framework (no action taken)
• Discussed Riverbend Concessions model (no action taken)

Civil Service Commission - Civil Service Commission - Regular Meeting

This is a regular meeting of the Kent Civil Service Commission. The agenda is largely procedural, including roll call, approval of minutes, and recognition of an outgoing board member. The commission will also hear updates on recruitment, financial reports, and operations.

• Recognition of outgoing board member Jeff Piecewicz (served 9/1/12 – 8/31/24)
• Election of Secretary, term begins September 1, 2024
• Recruitment update for Position #1 appointed by Kent City Council
• Financial reports for City of Kent and accesso ShoWare Center
• Operational updates from General Manager and Marketing

The board elected Kristie Duggan as Secretary effective September 1, 2024. Members reviewed financial reports for the ShoWare Center and the Public Facilities District Fund through March 31, 2024.

• Approved minutes from October 26, 2023 (4-0)
• Elected Kristie Duggan as Secretary of the Board effective September 1, 2024 (4-0)

Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging Board - Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging Board - Reg

The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Board is meeting to discuss an introduction to Kent's Comprehensive Plan and how to market the board and its work, including potential town halls or community listening sessions. The agenda also includes time for updates on what the city needs to know. This is a regular meeting focused on discussion and planning, not on making final decisions.

• Introduction to Kent's Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion on marketing the board, including town halls and community listening sessions
• Updates on what the city needs to know

The board received a presentation from long range planners regarding the city's 20-year comprehensive plan. Members were asked to provide feedback on the engagement process and school zone questions. The board also discussed holding townhall events to better share plan implementation with the public.

Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting

The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Board is meeting to discuss an introduction to Kent's Comprehensive Plan and how to market the board's work, including potential town halls or community listening sessions. The agenda also includes updates on what the city needs to know. This is a discussion and planning meeting, not a decision-making session.

• Introduction to the City's Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion on marketing the board, including town halls and community listening sessions
• Updates on what the city needs to know

The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Board reviewed a presentation on Kent's 20-year comprehensive plan. Members provided feedback on school zones and discussed ways to improve public communication about the plan's implementation. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

• Reviewed presentation on Kent's 20-year comprehensive plan
• Provided feedback on comprehensive plan questions regarding school zones
• Discussed potential townhall events for public engagement
• No formal votes or approvals recorded

Human Services Commission - Human Services Commission - Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Kent Human Services Commission. The main agenda item is a discussion on preparing for the grant review process, with updates from staff. No formal actions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily for discussion and preparation.

• Discussion: Preparing for Grant Review Process
• Staff updates
• Public comment period (written comments due by 1:00 p.m. on meeting day)

The commission met to discuss equity and review the next steps in the application review process. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during this special meeting.

Firefighters' Relief Pension Board - FRPB - Regular Meeting

The Firefighters' Relief and Pension Board is meeting to approve minutes and receive informational updates on the Position No. 2 election, the LEOFF 1 cost-of-living adjustment, and financial reports. No votes are scheduled on these informational items.

• Approval of January 16, 2024 minutes
• Info only: Position No. 2 election update
• Info only: LEOFF 1 COLA
• Info only: Financial reports (December 2023, total cash & investments $2,198,836)

The Kent Firefighters' Relief Pension Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from January 16, 2024, both by unanimous 4-0 votes. The board received informational updates regarding a re-election, a 5.52% cost-of-living adjustment effective April 1, 2024, and financial reports through December 31, 2023. No substantive policy decisions or new authorizations were made during this meeting.

• Agenda approved as presented (4-0)
• Minutes from January 16, 2024 approved (4-0)
• Sam Grubbs re-elected to Position No. 2 for term July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2026 (Info Only)
• LEOFF 1 COLA increase of 5.52% effective April 1, 2024 noted (Info Only)
• Financial reports through December 31, 2023 reviewed (Info Only)

Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole will consider adopting an ordinance that raises traffic safety camera fines from $136 to $145, aligning with new state law ESHB 2384. The committee will also receive an update on the 2044 Comprehensive Plan and vote on several items including the 2024 Traffic Signal Shop Lease and additional grant funding for Reith Road roundabouts.

• Ordinance No. 4487 amending KCC 9.36 to increase traffic camera fines from $136 to $145, with doubled fines for school zone speeds of 30 mph or more
• Info only: 2044 Comprehensive Plan Update, including community engagement and DEIS coordination
• Authorize 2024 Traffic Signal Shop Lease
• Authorize additional Transportation Improvement Board grant funding for Reith Road roundabouts
• Approve payment of bills

The Committee of the Whole adopted an ordinance increasing base traffic camera fines to $145 and authorized additional grant funding for the Reith Road Roundabouts project. The council also approved a warehouse lease for traffic signal technicians and processed city bills.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 4487 increasing base traffic camera fines from $136 to $145 (Unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to accept $239,250 in additional TIB grant funds for Reith Road Roundabouts, totaling $1,834,250 (Unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign a warehouse lease agreement with Plemmons Industries, Inc. for traffic signal technicians (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills received through 3/31/24 and payroll for 3/16/24 - 3/31/24 (Unanimous)
• Approved April 2, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council workshop will receive a legislative update from the state lobbyist and a briefing on the Police Department Data Application. Both items are informational discussions, with no formal decisions scheduled.

• Legislative Update by Briahna Murray, State Lobbyist (25 min)
• Police Department Data Application update by Officer Eric Doherty (40 min)

This was a workshop meeting with no formal votes or decisions taken. The City's lobbyist presented a 2024 legislative update, noting that Kent's request for taxing authority for public safety did not advance. Officer Eric Doherty presented data on the Police Contact Application, showing over 1,000 contacts in the first quarter of 2024.

• No substantive decisions or votes recorded
• Legislative update presented by Briahna Murray
• Police Contact Application data presented by Officer Eric Doherty

City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council will consider consent calendar items including grants for trail and road projects, and will award bids for 2024 pavement preservation and asphalt grinding. The meeting also includes public recognition, reports, and an executive session on litigation.

• 2024 Pavement Preservation Bid - Award
• 2024 Asphalt Grinding Bid - Award
• Agreement with EarthCorps for Mill Creek Canyon Trail Repair - Authorize
• Consultant Services Agreement with Herrera Environmental for Boeing Rock Enhancement Project - Authorize
• Highway Safety Improvement Program – City Safety Road Diets Grant – Accept Additional Funds

The City Council unanimously approved several infrastructure grants and contracts, including a major pavement preservation project. The Council also confirmed appointments to the Kent Bicycle Advisory Board and accepted grant funds for road and trail improvements.

• Awarded 2024 Pavement Preservation Project to CPM Development Corporation DBA ICON Materials for $4,771,296 (Unanimous)
• Awarded 2024 Asphalt Grinding Project to Statewide Parking Lot Service, Inc. for $107,205 (Unanimous)
• Authorized $2.5M grant for Meet Me on Meeker - Washington to Thompson Project (Unanimous)
• Accepted $500,000 Transportation Improvement Board grant for 132nd Avenue S.E. Multi-Use Path (Unanimous)
• Accepted $283,605 WSDOT grant for City Safety Road Diets (Unanimous)
• Authorized trail repair agreement with EarthCorps (Unanimous)
• Authorized Consultant Services Agreement with Herrera Environmental for Boeing Rock Enhancement Project (Unanimous)
• Confirmed five appointments to the Kent Bicycle Advisory Board (Unanimous)

Disability Retirement Board - Disability Retirement Board - Regular Meeting

The Firefighters' Relief and Pension Board will meet to approve minutes, receive an update on Position No. 2 election, hear about the LEOFF 1 COLA, and review financial reports. The agenda is mostly informational, with no major decisions expected.

• Approval of minutes from January 16, 2024
• Info only: Position No. 2 election update
• Info only: LEOFF 1 COLA
• Info only: Financial reports (cash and investments, revenues and expenses)

The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the January 16, 2024 meeting. Members received updates regarding a board election, a COLA increase, and financial reports.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved January 16, 2024 minutes (4-0)

Arts Commission - Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The Kent Arts Commission is holding its regular meeting to discuss updates on the Spotlight Series, gallery shows, and public art projects. They will vote on approving artist jurors for the 2024 Summer Art Exhibit and on the Give Me Culture application from IRC Seattle. The meeting includes routine items like approving March minutes and the treasurer's report.

• Approve artist jurors for 2024 Summer Art Exhibit
• Vote on Give Me Culture application from IRC Seattle
• Update on Traffic Signal Control Box Art Wraps
• Current gallery show: Kay Bae & Clare Johnson, April 2 – May 23
• Opening reception for Summer Art Exhibit on June 5, 2024, 6–7:30 p.m.

The Kent Arts Commission unanimously approved Cathy Fields and Toka Valu as jurors for the 2024 Summer Art Exhibit. The commission also unanimously approved a $1,000 grant to IRC Seattle for an Art and Wellness Group project. The meeting included updates on performing arts bookings and visual arts projects, with no other substantive decisions recorded.

• Approved March minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Cathy Fields and Toka Valu as 2024 exhibit jurors (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 funding for IRC Seattle Art and Wellness Group (unanimous)

Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting

The Land Use and Planning Board will receive updates on the 2044 Comprehensive Plan project, a recap of the 2024 state legislative session, and Q1 2024 Economic & Community Development activities. The board will also approve the March 25, 2024 minutes. No public hearings or decisions on specific projects are scheduled.

• 2044 Comprehensive Plan project update: Community Advisory Group, DEIS coordination, schedule, Round 2 engagement preview
• 2024 Legislative Session Recap: housing, planning, land use bills adopted and failed
• Q1 2024 ECD Updates: economic development, long range planning, development applications
• Approval of March 25, 2024 minutes

The board approved the minutes from the March 25, 2024, meeting. Members received updates on the 2044 Comprehensive Plan, a recap of the 2024 Washington state legislative session, and Q1 2024 ECD activities.

• Approved Minutes dated March 25, 2024 (Unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole will consider authorizing several agreements and grants, including the purchase of the Chou Property for Kherson Park expansion, a trail repair contract with EarthCorps, a consultant agreement for the Boeing Rock Enhancement Project, and acceptance of additional funds for the Highway Safety Improvement Program road diets grant. They will also receive an informational presentation on the Wildland-Urban Interface Code. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and agenda.

• Chou Property Purchase Agreement for Kherson Park Expansion - authorize
• Agreement with EarthCorps for Mill Creek Canyon Trail Repair - authorize
• Consultant Services Agreement with Herrera Environmental for Boeing Rock Enhancement Project - authorize
• Highway Safety Improvement Program – City Safety Road Diets Grant – Accept Additional Funds
• 132nd Avenue S.E. Multi-Use Path - Transportation Improvement Board Grant - authorize

The Committee of the Whole approved the purchase of the Li Chou property to expand Kherson Park. The council also authorized several environmental and trail repair agreements and accepted grant funding for road and path improvements.

• Authorized purchase of Li Chou property for $347,000 plus closing costs (Unanimous)
• Authorized trail repair agreement with EarthCorps for Mill Creek Canyon (Unanimous)
• Authorized Consultant Services Agreement with Herrera Environmental for Boeing Rock project (Unanimous)
• Accepted $283,605 in WSDOT grant funds for City Safety Road Diets (Unanimous)
• Accepted $500,000 TIB grant for 132nd Avenue S.E. Multi-Use Path (Unanimous)
• Approved March 19, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council workshop will receive two informational presentations: an update on the Riverbend Golf Complex from Parks Director Julie Parascondola and Golf Course Manager Eric Henrichs, and details on the 'Project Be Free' pilot program from Sergeant Meyer. No formal decisions are scheduled; the items are for discussion and information.

• Riverbend Golf Complex update presented by Parks Director and Golf Course Manager
• 'Project Be Free' pilot program presented by Sergeant Meyer
• Project Be Free data shows Kent PD calls ranging from 39 to 56 monthly (Nov 2023–Mar 2024)
• Project Be Free data includes orders of protection, mental health connections, youth services, and families housed

The April 2, 2024 workshop was informational; the minutes record no votes or formal decisions. Parks Director Julie Parascondola reported on the Riverbend Golf Complex, including almost $600K in 2023 profit, the mutual termination of the Half Lion Brewing Company lease after its bankruptcy, and plans for a new restaurant Request for Proposal by late April or early May. Sergeant Meyer and Project Be Free founders described the domestic violence co-responder pilot program, which is referral based and open to the public. Councilmembers expressed appreciation for both presentations; the meeting ended at 6:18 p.m.

City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council is holding its regular meeting on April 2, 2024, with a consent calendar that includes authorizing a property purchase for Kherson Park expansion and a grant for a multi-use path. The council will also consider awarding bids for crack sealing and the Reith Road Roundabouts Project, and hear proclamations and reports.

• Authorize Chou Property Purchase Agreement for Kherson Park expansion
• Authorize King County Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy 2021-2023 extension
• Award 2024 Crack Sealing Bid
• Award Reith Road Roundabouts Project Bid
• Authorize Transportation Improvement Board grant for 132nd Avenue S.E. Multi-Use Path

The City Council awarded two road maintenance contracts and authorized the purchase of property for the Kherson Park expansion. The council also accepted grant funds for human services and a multi-use path project.

• Awarded Reith Road Roundabouts Project to Northwest Cascade, Inc. for $4,283,587.49 (Unanimous)
• Awarded 2024 Crack Sealing Project to Central Paving for $183,421 (Unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of Li Chou property for $347,000 plus closing costs for Kherson Park expansion (Unanimous)
• Accepted $500,000 Transportation Improvement Board grant for 132nd Avenue S.E. Multi-Use Path (Unanimous)
• Authorized acceptance of King County Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy grant funds (Unanimous)
• Authorized Engagement Letter with Office of the Washington State Auditor for 2023 audit (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills through 3/15/24 and payroll 3/1/24 - 3/15/24 (Unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission - Parks & Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss the renewal of the King County Parks Levey, along with commission planning and director updates. The agenda includes approval of the February 28, 2024 meeting minutes. No final decisions are expected on the levey renewal, as it is listed for discussion only.

• Renewal of King County Parks Levey (discussion only)
• Approve minutes from February 28, 2024 meeting
• Commission planning, updates, and discussion
• Director updates from Julie Parascondola

The commission approved the minutes from the February 28, 2024, meeting with a change in attendance. No other substantive actions or decisions were made during the session.

• Approved February 28, 2024 minutes with attendance change

Civil Service Commission - Civil Service Commission - Regular Meeting

The Kent Civil Service Commission will review and vote on consent items, including hiring letters and probationary completions, and approve eligibility lists for police and corrections officer positions. They will also consider requests to establish testing processes for Records Specialist and Recruitment Analyst positions, and a special meeting for April.

• Approve reinstatement list for Police Officer (Feb 29, 2024)
• Approve eligibility lists for Entry Level Corrections Officer, Entry Level Police Officer, and Lateral/Experienced Corrections Officer (March 2024)
• Request to test for Records Specialist with computer-based assessment (100% weight, 70% passing)
• Request to test for Recruitment Analyst/Secretary Chief Examiner with written exam (30%) and oral board (70%)
• Consent items include hiring of 5 probationary police officers and discharge of 2 employees who failed probation

The Civil Service Commission voted 3-0 to cancel its April meeting and approved testing processes for a Records Specialist and a Recruitment Analyst/Secretary Chief Examiner. It also approved four eligibility lists for police and corrections positions and accepted 11 consent items covering police hires, completed probations, and two probation failures. All votes were unanimous and the meeting adjourned at 5:40 PM.

• Approved February 28, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Accepted consent items A-K, including police recruit hires, two completed probations, and two probation discharges (3-0)
• Approved four eligibility lists: Police Officer reinstatement, Entry Level Corrections Officer, Entry Level Police Officer, and Lateral/Experienced Corrections Officer (3-0)
• Cancelled the April 2024 meeting (3-0)
• Approved Records Specialist testing process: computer-based assessment weighted 100% with 70% passing, background and polygraph pass/fail (3-0)
• Authorized Recruitment Analyst/Secretary Chief Examiner testing process: written exam 30% and oral board 70%, both with 70% passing, top five candidates eligible for appointment (3-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:40 PM (3-0)

Council Workshop - Workshop Special Meeting

The Kent City Council and Kent School District No. 415 are holding a special joint workshop to discuss shared projects and services. The agenda includes introductions, presentations on each organization, and discussions on joint initiatives such as Career and Technical Education and the Mill Creek Middle School project. This is an informational and discussion-focused meeting, not a decision-making session.

• Joint workshop between Kent City Council and Kent School District No. 415
• Discussion of Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs
• Mill Creek Middle School Project update
• Presentations on 'Who is Kent School District?' and 'Who is the City of Kent?'

The Kent City Council and Kent School District held a joint workshop to discuss educational partnerships and infrastructure. No formal votes were taken; the session focused on presentations regarding STEM education and Mill Creek flooding.

Bicycle Advisory Board - Bicycle Advisory Board - Regular Meeting

The Kent Bicycle Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes from January and February 2024, and to discuss reports on the Target Zero Action Plan, safety, Safe Routes to School and Ped-Bike grants, and the 6-year Transportation Improvement Program (2025-2030). The meeting includes sub-committee reports and planning for monthly rides and promotion.

• Approval of January and February 2024 meeting minutes
• Target Zero Action Plan report
• Safety discussion
• Safe Routes to School & Ped-Bike grants update
• 6-year TIP update (2025-2030)

The board approved the minutes from the January and February 2024 meetings. Members discussed the Target Zero Action Plan, safety countermeasures, and updates to the 6-Year Transportation Improvement Program.

• Approved January 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved February 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting

The Land Use and Planning Board will receive briefings on the Kent Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and the Parks and Recreation Element of the Comprehensive Plan. The TIP briefing covers the six-year transportation project list, while the Parks Element update discusses incorporating the 2022 Parks and Open Space Plan. No formal decisions are scheduled; these are informational items.

• Briefing on Kent Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for 2025-2030, including 132nd Street SW Overlay and Central Avenue/E Smith St intersection
• Introduction to Parks and Recreation Element update, incorporating 2022 Parks and Open Space Plan
• Approval of March 11, 2024 minutes
• Public comments accepted via email until 3:30 p.m. on meeting day

The board approved the minutes from the March 11, 2024, meeting with amendments regarding a Behavioral Health presentation. Members received briefings on the Kent Transportation Improvement Program and the Parks and Recreation Element of the Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved March 11, 2024 minutes as amended (Unanimous)

Human Services Commission - Human Services Commission - Regular Meeting

The Human Services Commission will prepare for the upcoming grant review process, vote on a recommendation for Afghan Advantage funding, and approve the February 15, 2024 meeting minutes. The agenda includes a discussion on grant review preparation and updates from staff.

• Prepare for Grant Review Process (discussion)
• Afghan Advantage Recommendation (vote)
• Approval of February 15, 2024 minutes (vote)

The commission approved its February 15, 2024 minutes and received a report on a site visit with Afghan Advantage, which is requesting funds for ESL classes, community outreach, and educator stipends. Staff presented a human services landscape mapping project and led commissioners through a values exercise on equitable grantmaking. No funding decisions were made; the Afghan Advantage request and grantmaking guidance remain under discussion.

• Approved February 15, 2024 minutes (moved by Klem, seconded by Robinson)
• No vote on Afghan Advantage funding request; report received only
• No vote on equitable grantmaking guiding principles; staff will incorporate commissioner feedback into future discussions

Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole will consider several administrative items, including approving minutes, paying bills, and authorizing the 2023 state audit engagement letter. They will also receive informational updates on a behavioral health facilities code update project and the 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Program, and consider extending the King County Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy.

• Authorize 2023 state audit engagement letter; estimated cost $206,000 plus travel, with $30,000 budget increase
• Info only: Introduction of Behavioral Health Facilities Code Update Project
• Authorize King County Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy 2021-2023 Extension
• Info only: 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Program
• Approve payment of bills

The Committee of the Whole approved a budget increase for the 2023 state audit and authorized the Mayor to accept additional grant funding for senior services. The council also reviewed reports on city investments and proposed transportation improvements for 2025-2030.

• Approved payment of bills through 3/15/24 and payroll through 3/15/24 (Unanimous)
• Authorized 2023 audit engagement and $30,000 budget increase to cover costs (Unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to accept $309,007 in King County Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy funds (Unanimous)
• Approved March 5, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)

Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting

The City Council held a workshop featuring presentations from the Greater Kent Historical Society and the Federal Way Link Extension project. No formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded during the meeting.

City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council is holding its regular meeting on March 19, 2024, with a public hearing, public comment, and a consent calendar of routine approvals. The main action item is awarding a bid for the Springwood Park Renovation Project. The agenda also includes reports from the mayor, chief administrative officer, and councilmembers, plus an executive session.

• Springwood Park Renovation Project bid award
• Consultant services agreements for Mill Creek at 76th Avenue South (JECB, LLC and GeoEngineers, Inc.)
• Grant acceptance for 2023 National Highway Safety Asset Management Program at 64th Avenue South & West James Street
• Adoption of 2024-2028 Art Plan
• Proclamation for Starla Jane Hindberg-O'Keeffe Day

The City Council unanimously approved the 2024-2028 City Art Plan and awarded the Springwood Park Renovation Project bid to Terra Dynamics, Inc. The council also authorized several consultant agreements for Mill Creek and accepted highway safety grant funds.

• Approved 2024-2028 City Art Plan (Unanimous)
• Awarded Springwood Park Renovation Project bid to Terra Dynamics, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2070 for Uplands Playfield and Spray Park grant application (Unanimous)
• Authorized Consultant Services Agreement with JECB, LLC for Mill Creek at 76th Avenue South (Unanimous)
• Authorized Consultant Services Agreement with GeoEngineers, Inc. for Mill Creek at 76th Avenue South (Unanimous)
• Accepted WSDOT grant funds for 64th Avenue South and West James Street Project (Unanimous)
• Approved public safety, infrastructure, and educational federal funding requests (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills through 2/29/24 (Unanimous)

Independent Salary Commission - Independent Salary Commission - Special Meeting

The Independent Salary Commission will hear public comment on its proposed 2024 salary schedule, then deliberate and vote on a final schedule for the mayor, council president, and council members. The proposal keeps council salaries unchanged and raises the mayor's monthly salary to $17,674, a 4.5% increase effective January 1, 2024. The commission will also approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Proposed mayor salary: $17,674/month, effective Jan 1, 2024 (4.5% COLA increase)
• Council president salary unchanged: council member salary plus 15%
• Council member salary unchanged: $3,000/month
• Public comment period on proposed salary schedule
• Adoption of final 2024 salary schedule

The commission unanimously adopted the 2024 Salary Schedule for the Mayor, Council President, and City Council members. These salaries become effective 30 days after the March 29, 2024 filing date.

• Approved minutes from March 13, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 22, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved motion to revise Commission Comments in the Final Salary Schedule (3-0)
• Adopted 2024 Salary Schedule for Mayor, Council President, and City Council (unanimous)

Arts Commission - Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The Kent Arts Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. Agenda items include approving February minutes, receiving the treasurer's report, and updates on the Performing Arts Committee's Spotlight Series and 2024-2025 bookings. The Visual Arts/Acquisitions Committee will discuss the 2024-2028 City Art Plan, the current Student Art Exhibit, and the 2024 Summer Art Exhibit, with applications due that day. The commission will also consider a Give Me Culture application from the Kent Downtown Partnership.

• 2024-2028 City Art Plan update
• 2024 Summer Art Exhibit applications open, deadline 3/13/24
• Give Me Culture application from Kent Downtown Partnership
• Current gallery show: Student Art Exhibit, March 11-31
• 2023-2024 Spotlight Series and 2024-2025 booking updates

The Kent Arts Commission approved February minutes as written and voted unanimously to give $500 in partial funding to the Kent Downtown Partnership's Give Me Culture application. The commission also heard updates: the 2024-2028 City Art Plan was approved by the City Council Committee of the Whole on 3/5 and goes to the City Council on 3/19; the East Hill North jury selected 13 semi-finalists; and the 2024 Summer Art Exhibit received 859 applications. An Artist Trust workshop was tabled, and a commissioner suggested a possible Arts Commission booth at Cornucopia Days.

• Approved February minutes as written (unanimous)
• Approved $500 partial funding for Kent Downtown Partnership's Give Me Culture application (unanimous)
• Tabled Artist Trust workshop; staff to explore artist networking events with other South County Arts Commissions

Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting

The Land Use and Planning Board will hear two presentations: one on the Economic Development Element of the Comprehensive Plan, and another introducing a code update project for behavioral health facilities. The board will also consider approving the January 22, 2024 minutes. No final decisions are expected on the main agenda items.

• Introduction to Economic Development Element of Comprehensive Plan
• Introduction of Behavioral Health Facilities Code Update Project
• Approval of January 22, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of code amendments for behavioral health facility siting

The board approved the minutes from the January 22, 2024 meeting. Members received presentations on the Economic Development Element of the Comprehensive Plan and the Behavioral Health Facilities Code Update Project.

• Approved Minutes dated January 22, 2024 (Unanimous)

Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council is holding a workshop to discuss code enforcement efforts throughout the city. Staff from the Law Department and Building Services will present information on these efforts. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Discussion of Code Enforcement efforts citywide
• Presentation by Law Department and Building Services staff

The meeting consisted of a presentation by the Law Department, Building Services, and the Kent Police Department regarding code enforcement. Staff detailed the process from complaint to resolution, including the handling of zombie properties and public nuisances. No substantive decisions were made.

Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole will consider approving the City's federal direct appropriation requests for public safety, infrastructure, and education, as well as the 2024-2028 Art Plan. They will also vote on consultant agreements for Mill Creek projects, a police equipment agreement, and a grant acceptance. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and bills.

• Approve City of Kent Federal Agenda with requests for emergency mobile command center, Mill Creek Middle School flood mitigation, and workforce development funding
• Approve 2024-2028 Art Plan with $662,461 budget for projects including Garrison Creek Renovation Artwork ($120,000) and East Hill North Park Artwork ($100,000)
• Authorize agreement with Adamson Police Products for police equipment
• Authorize consultant services agreements with JECB, LLC and GeoEngineers, Inc. for Mill Creek at 76th Avenue South
• Accept 2023 National Highway Safety Asset Management Program grant for 64th Avenue South & West James Street

The Committee of the Whole approved a multi-year city art plan and authorized several consultant agreements for the Mill Creek at 76th Avenue South project. The council also accepted a $3.07 million highway safety grant and authorized a $3 million grant application for the Uplands Playfield and Spray Park.

• Approved 2024-2028 City Art Plan (Unanimous)
• Accepted $3,070,000 WSDOT grant for 64th Avenue South and West James Street Project (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2070 to apply for $3 million LWCF grant for Uplands Playfield and Spray Park (Unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with Adamson Police Products for equipment up to $175,000 through 2026 (Unanimous)
• Approved federal funding requests for public safety, infrastructure, and education (Unanimous)
• Authorized Consultant Services Agreement with JECB, LLC for Mill Creek at 76th Avenue South (Unanimous)
• Authorized Consultant Services Agreement with GeoEngineers, Inc for Mill Creek at 76th Avenue South (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills through 2/29/24 and payroll for 2/16/24 - 2/29/24 (Unanimous)

City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, consent calendar items, and bid awards. Key actions include awarding bids for the Kent East Hill Operations Center, paint line striping, and plastic markings projects, plus several agreements and an ordinance for the Mill Creek Reestablishment Project.

• Award bid for Kent East Hill Operations Center
• Award bid for Paint Line Striping and Raised Pavement Marking Replacement Project
• Award bid for 2024 Plastic Markings Project
• Authorize agreement with MacLeod Reckord, PLLC for North Meridian Park Conceptual Plan
• Adopt ordinance authorizing condemnation for Mill Creek Reestablishment Project

The City Council awarded a construction contract for the Kent East Hill Operations Center and two road marking projects. The Council also approved several park planning agreements and an ordinance for property condemnation for the Mill Creek Reestablishment Project.

• Awarded Kent East Hill Operations Center project to Bayley Construction LP (Unanimous)
• Awarded 2024 Paint Line Striping project to Specialized Pavement Marking, LLC for $449,075 (Unanimous)
• Awarded 2024 Plastic Markings Project to Specialized Pavement Marking, LLC for $299,889 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4486 authorizing property condemnation for Mill Creek Reestablishment Project (Unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with Adamson Police Products for equipment through March 15, 2026 (Unanimous)
• Authorized agreements with MacLeod Reckord, PLLC and AHBL, Inc. for park planning (Unanimous)
• Accepted Salt Air Vista Park Renovation Project as complete (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills received through 2/15/24 (Unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission - Parks & Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hear a final presentation on the Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Framework Plan and review the 2024 Park Planning and Development Capital Projects/Work Plan. The commission will also approve the January 24, 2024 meeting minutes and hold a discussion on commission planning and updates. No votes are scheduled on the main agenda items.

• Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Framework Plan final presentation
• 2024 Park Planning and Development Capital Projects/Work Plan
• Approve minutes from January 24, 2024 meeting
• Commission planning, updates, and discussion

The commission approved the minutes from the January 24, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made during the session.

• Approved minutes dated January 24, 2024

Parks & Recreation Commission - Parks & Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hear a final presentation on the Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Framework Plan and review the 2024 Park Planning and Development Capital Projects/Work Plan. The commission will also approve the January 24, 2024 meeting minutes and hold a discussion on commission planning and updates. No votes are scheduled on the main agenda items.

• Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Framework Plan final presentation
• 2024 Park Planning and Development Capital Projects/Work Plan
• Approve minutes from January 24, 2024 meeting
• Commission planning, updates, and discussion

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the minutes of its January 24, 2024 meeting. The commission received a final presentation on the Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Framework Plan and a presentation on the 2024 Park Planning and Development Capital Projects/Work Plan, with Q&A after each. No actions or decisions were made on either presentation, and the meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

• Approved minutes dated January 24, 2024
• No action taken on Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Framework Plan final presentation
• No action taken on 2024 Park Planning and Development Capital Projects/Work Plan presentation

Civil Service Commission - Civil Service Commission - Regular Meeting

The Kent Civil Service Commission will review and approve consent items, including new hires and probationary completions, and approve continuous testing eligibility lists for police and corrections officer positions. They will also consider a request for reinstatement from a former officer.

• Approve continuous testing eligibility lists for Lateral/Experienced Corrections Officer (Jan 8, 2024), Entry Level Police Officer (Feb 9, 2024), and Entry Level Corrections Officer (Feb 9, 2024)
• Consent items: hire of Adam Davis as Probationary Lateral Police Officer (effective Mar 1, 2024, salary $104,376/year)
• Consent items: hire of Fabiano Landi and Terry Cobb as Probationary Police Recruit Officers (effective Mar 1, 2024, salary $7,575/month)
• Consent item: Tabitha Solari appointed to regular status as Code Enforcement Officer (effective Feb 16, 2024)
• Action item: request from David Doucett for reinstatement, supported by Chief Padilla

The Commission approved three continuous testing eligibility lists for police and corrections officers. It also accepted several hiring and probationary notifications and approved a request for reinstatement for David Doucett.

• Approved minutes from Jan 24 and Feb 13 meetings (3-0)
• Accepted hiring and probationary notifications for Adam Davis, Tabitha Solari, Fabiano Landi, and Terry Cobb (3-0)
• Accepted eligibility list removals memo dated Feb 22 (3-0)
• Approved Continuous Testing Eligibility List for Lateral/Experienced Corrections Officer (3-0)
• Approved Continuous Testing Eligibility List for Entry Level Police Officer (3-0)
• Approved Continuous Testing Eligibility List for Entry Level Corrections Officer (3-0)
• Approved reinstatement and placement on a reinstatement list for David Doucett (3-0)

Bicycle Advisory Board - Bicycle Advisory Board - Regular Meeting

The Kent Bicycle Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and receive updates on several transportation planning items, including the 6-year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for 2025-2030 and the 2024 Local Road Safety Plan. The board will also hear reports on the Target Zero Action Plan, safety discussions, and sub-committee updates. The only action item is approval of the January 2023 meeting minutes.

• 6-year TIP Update (2025-2030)
• 2024 Local Road Safety Plan
• Target Zero Action Plan Report
• Safety Discussion
• Minutes approval for January 2023 meeting

The board reviewed the 2024 Local Road Safety Plan and discussed speed limit reductions and pedestrian hybrid beacons. No formal votes were taken on the agenda items.

• Tabled January 2024 Meeting Minutes approval
• Tabled 6-Year TIP Update (2025-2030)

Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting

The Kent Parks and Recreation Commission will hear a final presentation on the Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Framework Plan and review the 2024 Park Planning and Development Capital Projects/Work Plan. The meeting also includes approval of the January 24, 2024 minutes and general commission planning and discussion. No final decisions are scheduled on the main agenda items.

• Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Framework Plan final presentation
• 2024 Park Planning and Development Capital Projects/Work Plan
• Approve minutes from January 24, 2024 meeting
• Commission planning, updates, and discussion

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved minutes from its January 24, 2024 meeting. The commission received presentations on the Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Framework Plan and the 2024 Park Planning and Development Capital Projects/Work Plan, but took no actions or decisions on either item. The meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

• Approved minutes dated January 24, 2024

Independent Salary Commission - Independent Salary Commission - Regular Meeting

The Independent Salary Commission will elect a chair and vice chair, review comparable salaries, and deliberate on a proposed 2024 salary schedule for the Mayor, Council President, and City Council members. The schedule will be adopted and submitted for public comment at a future meeting. The agenda includes procedural items and a salary review process introduction.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of comparable salaries for Mayor, Council President, and Council members
• Adoption of proposed 2024 salary schedule for public comment
• Set next meeting date for public comment on salary schedule

The Independent Salary Commission voted to propose a 4.5% cost-of-living adjustment for the Mayor's salary effective January 1, 2024. The commission decided not to make changes to councilmember or council president salaries. This proposal will be subject to public comment.

• Elected Julie Miller as Chair and Pat Hanis as Vice-Chair (Unanimous)
• Proposed 4.5% salary increase for Mayor effective January 1, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Proposed no changes to councilmember or council president salaries (Unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for March 14, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. (Unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole will consider several action items, including authorizing agreements for park planning and design, adopting a condemnation ordinance for the Mill Creek Reestablishment Project, and receiving informational updates on transportation grants and a watershed management grant application. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and payment of bills.

• Ordinance authorizing condemnation for Mill Creek Reestablishment Project
• Agreement with MacLeod Reckord, PLLC for North Meridian Park Conceptual Plan
• Agreement with AHBL, Inc. for Campus Park Planning and Design
• Info only: 2024 Transportation Grant Opportunities
• Info only: Boeing Rock Recreation and Habitat Enhancement Cooperative Watershed Management Grant Application

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole unanimously approved a consultant agreement for the North Meridian Park conceptual plan and another for Campus Park planning. They also adopted Ordinance No. 4486, which authorizes the condemnation of property rights needed for the Mill Creek Reestablishment Project. Additionally, the council approved the payment of bills and payroll checks, and received informational updates on the ShoWare Center and transportation grants.

• Approved payment of bills and payroll checks (Unanimous)
• Authorized consultant agreement with MacLeod Reckord, PLLC for North Meridian Park (Unanimous)
• Authorized consultant agreement with AHBL, Inc. for Campus Park planning (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4486 authorizing condemnation for Mill Creek Reestablishment Project (Unanimous)

Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss an update to the Downtown Subarea Plan to ensure Kent remains a designated Regional Growth Center. Staff will also present the final Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Framework Plan.

• Downtown Subarea Plan (DSAP) project introduction and update process
• Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Framework Plan final presentation

City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent calendar covering contracts, grants, and ordinances, including affordable housing funding, park improvements, and a levee study. They will also award a bid for the Kent Commons renovation and hear public comment. The agenda is largely routine, with most items bundled for approval.

• Award Kent Commons Renovations bid
• Adopt resolution allocating funds for affordable housing in South King County
• Approve 2024 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan
• Authorize agreement for Uplands Playfield and Spray Park planning and design
• Authorize King County Parks Levy projects for East Hill North Community Park and Springwood Park

The Kent City Council approved its consent calendar unanimously, covering minutes, payment of bills, lodging tax grants, affordable housing funding, community development block grants, park agreements and grants, right-of-way dedication, and consultant agreements. The council also unanimously awarded the Kent Commons Renovations Project bid to Boyce Construction, Inc. No public hearing was held, and no executive session took place.

• Approved consent calendar unanimously (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills and payroll checks through early 2024
• Authorized Fall 2023 lodging tax grants to recommended recipients
• Adopted Resolution No. 2069 allocating funds to South King Housing and Homelessness Partnership Housing Capital Fund
• Approved 2024 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan
• Authorized agreements and grant acceptances for various parks and public works projects
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4485 dedicating right-of-way for Kent East Hill Operations Center
• Awarded Kent Commons Renovations Project bid to Boyce Construction, Inc. (7-0)

Human Services Commission - Human Services Commission - Regular Meeting

The Human Services Commission will vote on approving the 2023 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) and a funding request from the Opportunity Fund for Afghan Advantage. They will also discuss a landscape analysis and guiding principles for equitable grantmaking. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and updates.

• Approval of January 18, 2024, minutes
• Approval of 2023 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
• Opportunity Fund - Afghan Advantage funding request
• Discussion of landscape analysis/map
• Discussion of equitable grantmaking guiding principles

The Human Services Commission approved the 2023 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) by an 8-0 vote after a staff presentation. The commission also approved minutes from its January 18, 2024 meeting. Other agenda items were informational: a mapping project for equitable decision-making, a funding request from Afghan Advantage, and a brainstorming exercise on equitable grantmaking principles. No funding decisions were made on the Afghan Advantage request or the grantmaking principles.

• Approved 2023 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) (8-0)
• Approved minutes dated January 18, 2024

Arts Commission - Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The Kent Arts Commission will vote on approving the 2024-2028 City Art Plan and on deaccessioning two traffic signal control box artworks. They will also receive updates on the Spotlight Series, gallery shows, and the 2024 Summer Art Exhibit, and consider a Give Me Culture application from In Spice Productions Inc.

• Vote to approve 2024-2028 City Art Plan
• Vote to deaccession Jill Erickson 'Backyard Blueberry' (Hwy. 167 and Willis St.) and Ahmed Davis 'Smile When It's Raining' (132nd Avenue and Kent-Kangley St.)
• Update on 2023-2024 Spotlight Series and 2024-2025 booking
• Current gallery show: Cathy Fields and Kelly Loney, Jan. 4 – Feb. 28
• 2024 Summer Art Exhibit applications open, deadline 3/13/24

The commission approved the 2024-2028 City Art Plan and authorized $1,000 in funding for In Spice Productions Inc. Two traffic signal control box artworks were approved for deaccession.

• Approved January minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2024-2028 City Art Plan (unanimous)
• Approved deaccession of 'Backyard Blueberry' and 'Smile When It’s Raining' traffic signal control boxes (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 full funding for In Spice Productions Inc. via Give Me Culture application (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission - Civil Service Commission - Special Meeting

The Civil Service Commission approved a revision to the recruitment process for the HR Recruitment Manager/Chief Examiner position to increase the candidate pool. The written test will be removed, and the job posting will be updated to reflect this change.

• Approved revision to remove written test for Secretary/Chief Examiner recruitment (2-0)

Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting

The Civil Service Commission will discuss a proposal to revise the testing process for the Recruiting Manager/Chief Examiner role. The Human Resources Director recommends removing the written test in favor of an expanded oral interview process to attract more candidates.

• Proposal to remove the written test for the Recruiting Manager/Chief Examiner position
• Proposal to reduce oral board interview invites from seven candidates to five
• Proposal to extend the application review date to February 19
• Proposed interview weighting of 100% with a 70% passing score requirement

The Kent Civil Service Commission approved a recommendation to remove the written test from the recruitment process for the HR Recruitment Manager/Chief Examiner position. This change aims to increase the candidate pool by focusing on in-person interviews. The motion passed 2-0, and the job posting will be updated to reflect the new process.

• Approved removal of written test for Chief Examiner position (2-0)
• Directed update of job posting to reflect revised hiring process
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole will review and vote on a series of items including lodging tax grant awards, a resolution allocating funds for affordable housing in South King County, the 2024 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan, and multiple park and public works agreements. The meeting also includes informational updates on insurance renewals and a grant application.

• Lodging Tax Grant Awards for Fall 2023 Application Cycle - Authorize
• Resolution Allocating Funds to Finance Affordable Housing Projects in South King County Communities - Adopt
• 2024 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan - Approve
• Agreement with Site Workshops for Uplands Playfield and Spray Park Planning and Design - Authorize
• Third Amendment to Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. - Authorize

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole met on February 6, 2024, and approved a series of items, all by unanimous 7-0 votes, that now advance to the full Council on February 20, 2024. These included adopting Resolution No. 2069 to allocate funds to the South King Housing and Homelessness Partnership Housing Capital Fund for affordable housing projects, authorizing a Third Amendment with Axon Enterprise, Inc. to add in-car cameras and equipment, and approving several park and conservation grants. The committee also approved the payment of bills, the 2024 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan, and agreements for park design and water infrastructure. All actions were procedural approvals; no items were denied or tabled.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved minutes of Jan 16, 2024 meeting (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills and payroll (7-0)
• Awarded Fall 2023 lodging tax grants (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2069 allocating funds to SKHHP Housing Capital Fund for affordable housing (7-0)
• Approved 2024 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan (7-0)
• Authorized agreement with Site Workshops for Uplands Playfield and Spray Park design (7-0)
• Authorized purchase of playground equipment for Lake Meridian Park (7-0)

Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council workshop will receive an update on the Kent East Hill Operations Center from the Parks and Finance directors. Staff will also introduce the Downtown Subarea Plan update process and seek early council input, noting the plan must be updated to maintain the city's Regional Growth Center designation and eligibility for PSRC funding.

• Kent East Hill Operations Center update presented by Parks Director Julie Parascondola and Finance Director Paula Painter
• Downtown Subarea Plan update process overview and early council input request
• DSAP last updated in 2013; PSRC recertification starts in 2025
• City receives about $10-15 million in grants every two years for transportation projects
• Consultant MIG, Inc. contracted for DSAP support

Finance Director Paula Painter presented funding options for the Kent East Hill Operations Center (KEHOC) project, which has an estimated total cost just over $50 million. The presentation covered current budget allocations, fund balances, and potential debt issuance capped at $25 million. No final decisions were made; the Council was informed that the General Contractor bid award is expected in March 2024.

• Presentation on KEHOC funding options completed
• No votes or final approvals recorded

City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council will elect a new Council President for a two-year term and hold a public hearing on amendments to the Building and Fire Code. The agenda also includes several consent items, including contract amendments, grant acceptances, and project completions, as well as bids for road safety and infrastructure projects.

• Public hearing on ordinance adopting amendments to the Building and Fire Code
• Election of Council President for a two-year term
• Second Amendment to License Agreement with Thunderbird Hockey Enterprises, LLC
• Consultant Contract Amendment for 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update
• Bids: 2023 City Safety Road Diets, 2024 Chip Seal, Mill Creek/76th Avenue South Culvert Improvements

The City Council awarded three major public works contracts and approved several grant acceptances. The council also elected Satwinder Kaur as Council President and assigned members to various boards and commissions.

• Awarded Mill Creek/76th Avenue S. Culvert Improvement Project to Active Construction, Inc. for $13,824,824.01 (Unanimous)
• Awarded 2023 City Safety Road Diets Project to Specialized Pavement Marking, LLC for $1,106,710 (Unanimous)
• Awarded 2024 Chip Seal Project to Doolittle Construction, LLC for $797,037.50 (Unanimous)
• Elected Satwinder Kaur as Council President for a two-year term (Unanimous)
• Authorized $200,000 King County Parks Levy Grant for Boeing Rock Recreation/Habitat Enhancement (Unanimous)
• Authorized $255,319 Salmon Recovery Funding Board grant for Boeing Rock Recreation and Habitat (Unanimous)
• Authorized $161,600 WSDOT grant for Commute Trip Reduction Program (Unanimous)
• Authorized $130,000 Department of Ecology grant for NPDES Capacity (Unanimous)

Bicycle Advisory Board - Bicycle Advisory Board - Regular Meeting

The Kent Bicycle Advisory Board is meeting to approve the December 2023 minutes and discuss its role, grant opportunities, 2024 purchases, and reports from the Festival & Events and Bicycle Infrastructure subcommittees. The agenda includes routine items like monthly rides, communications, and upcoming meetings.

• Discussion of grant opportunities
• Discussion of 2024 purchases
• Festival & Events Sub-Committee report
• Bicycle Infrastructure Sub-Committee report
• Approval of December 2023 meeting minutes

The board approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed the board's role in safety and grant applications. Members reviewed upcoming events and the status of bicycle infrastructure data and crash reporting.

• Approved December 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee - Lodging Tax Advisory Committee-Regular Meeting

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is reviewing available revenue trends and the 2023 results of the Visit Kent campaign. The committee will also discuss a proposal to fund destination marketing and cultural asset promotion for 2024. Additionally, members are scheduled to evaluate and score lodging tax grant applications.

• $153,964 proposal for 2024 Visit Kent tourism marketing services
• Review of 2023 revenue trends and available budget
• Evaluation of Lodging Tax Grant Applications
• $32,020 optional additional funding for brochures and social media promotion

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee approved a $153,964 grant to the Economic and Community Development Department for cultural and small business promotion. The committee also authorized $286,460 in grants for seven organizations and projects from the Fall 2023 application cycle.

• Approved $153,964 grant to Economic and Community Development Department (Unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 grant to Kent Downtown Partnership for 2024 Cajun Festival (Unanimous)
• Approved $12,500 grant to In Spice Productions for Culinary Tourism and BIPOC Business Support (Unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 grant to Pacific Raceways for NHRA NW Nationals Summer Weekend (Unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 grant to Game Time Events for King Showcase 2025 MLK Weekend Basketball Event (Unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 grant to Gut Check Tournament & Events LLC for 2023 Wrestling Tournament (Unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 grant to accesso ShoWare Center for 15th Anniversary Celebration and brand refresh (Unanimous)
• Approved November 9, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission - Parks & Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold its regular meeting to elect a 2024 chair and vice chair, follow up on the park code, and discuss commission planning and director updates. The agenda includes approval of the October 25, 2023 minutes. Public comments on agenda items may be submitted by email or in person.

• Election of 2024 Chair and Vice Chair
• Follow up on Park Code
• Approve minutes from October 25, 2023
• Commission planning, updates, and discussion
• Director updates

The Kent Parks and Recreation Commission approved minutes from its October 25, 2023 meeting and unanimously elected Commissioner Sarah Veele as Chair and Commissioner Taek Kim as Vice-Chair. The commission received an East Hill North Park project update and discussed park code, notification systems, Morrill Meadows opening, and Riverbend Restaurant, but took no action on those items. Director Parascondola also shared updates on the King County Parks Levy, Interurban Trail agreement, KEHOC Campus Park improvements, and Kent Commons renovation. The meeting adjourned at 7:04 p.m.

• Approved minutes dated October 25, 2023
• Elected Sarah Veele as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Taek Kim as Vice-Chair (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission - Civil Service Commission - Regular Meeting

The Kent Civil Service Commission will consider approving a new Police Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst classification and testing process, appoint a temporary Secretary/Chief Examiner, and approve multiple eligibility lists for police and corrections officer positions. The agenda also includes accepting several personnel actions, including hires, promotions, resignations, and a retirement.

• Approve new Police GIS Analyst classification with oral board interview (70% passing, 100% weight), background investigation, and polygraph
• Approve temporary Secretary/Chief Examiner appointment effective January 29, 2024
• Approve testing for Secretary/Chief Examiner position
• Accept promotions of Matt Levi and Sean Goforth to Sergeant (Dec 1 and Dec 16, 2023)
• Accept resignation of Deputy Director/Chief Examiner Natalie Winecka effective February 9, 2024

The Civil Service Commission approved a new Police Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst classification and its testing process, and authorized testing for a combined HR Manager/Secretary Chief Examiner position. It also appointed Stephanie King as temporary Secretary/Chief Examiner effective January 29, 2024, and accepted personnel updates including hires, promotions, a probation failure, resignations, and a retirement. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved new Police GIS Analyst classification and testing process (oral board 70% pass, 100% weight; background and polygraph pass/fail) (3-0)
• Appointed Stephanie King as temporary Secretary/Chief Examiner effective January 29, 2024 (3-0)
• Authorized testing and process for HR Manager/Secretary Chief Examiner position (3-0)
• Accepted consent items A-K including personnel hires, promotions, probation failure, resignations, and retirement (3-0)
• Approved seven eligibility lists for police and corrections officer positions (3-0)
• Approved minutes from November 15, 2023 special meeting (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission - Parks & Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Kent Parks and Recreation Commission will hold its regular meeting to elect a 2024 chair and vice chair, follow up on the Park Code, and discuss commission planning and director updates. The agenda includes approval of the October 25, 2023, minutes. Public comments may be submitted by email or in person.

• Election of 2024 Chair and Vice Chair
• Follow up on Park Code
• Approve minutes from October 25, 2023
• Commission planning, updates, and discussion
• Director updates

The Kent Parks & Recreation Commission approved the minutes from October 25, 2023. In a unanimous vote, Sarah Veele was elected Chair and Taek Kim was elected Vice Chair. The commission received updates on park projects and discussed notification systems, but no other actions or decisions were taken.

• Approved minutes dated October 25, 2023
• Elected Sarah Veele as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Taek Kim as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Human Services Commission - Human Services Commission - Regular Meeting

The Kent Human Services Commission is meeting to approve minutes, nominate a chair and co-chair, and consider a recommendation on the Annual Action Plan. They will also hear presentations on Eileen and Callie's Place and the application process, and receive updates on the Human Services Strategic Plan and CDBG Consolidated 5-Year Plan.

• Approval of November 16, 2023 minutes
• Nomination of Chair and Co-Chair
• Annual Action Plan recommendation
• Eileen and Callie's Place presentation
• Application process outreach discussion

The Human Services Commission approved the 2024 CDBG Annual Action Plan and recommended it to the City Council for final approval. The commission also re-elected Gwen Allen-Carston as Chair and Erika Henry as Co-Chair for their next terms. Staff presented updates on strategic planning and outreach efforts, but no other funding decisions were made.

• Approved November 16, 2023 minutes
• Re-elected Gwen Allen-Carston as Chair
• Elected Erika Henry as Co-Chair
• Recommended 2024 CDBG Annual Action Plan for council approval

Firefighters' Relief Pension Board - FRPB - Regular Meeting

The Firefighters' Relief and Pension Board will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from July 18, 2023, and receive informational reports on the second and third quarter 2023 financial status and a CPI increase. No action is scheduled on the financial or CPI items.

• Approval of July 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Info only: Second and Third Quarter 2023 Financial Report
• Info only: CPI Increase

The board approved the agenda and the minutes from July 18, 2023. Staff provided financial reports for the second and third quarters of 2023 and details on a 4.5% LEOFF 1 COLA increase.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved July 18, 2023 minutes (5-0)

Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several departmental presentations and authorization requests. Items include public works grants, utility easement updates, and various service agreements.

• Second Amendment to License Agreement with Thunderbird Hockey Enterprises, LLC
• Consultant Contract Amendment for 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update
• Kherson Property Purchase authorization
• Grant acceptance for Boeing Rock Recreation/Habitat Enhancement
• Grant acceptance for Meet Me on Meeker transportation project

The Kent City Council Committee of the Whole met January 16, 2024 and approved a series of items, all by unanimous votes of the six members present (Councilmember Boyd was excused). Actions included authorizing the Mayor to buy the Peyton property at 308 West Meeker Street for $347,000 plus closing costs to expand Kherson Park, and accepting a $2,500,000 Puget Sound Regional Council grant for the Meet Me on Meeker project between Washington and Thompson avenues. The committee also authorized several other grants and agreements, and approved payment of bills and the December 12, 2023 meeting minutes. Most items were forwarded to the February 6, 2024 Council meeting, except the Peyton property purchase, which was set for Council action the same night.

• Approved agenda as amended, adding introduction of new Mayor's Office administrative assistant (6-0)
• Approved December 12, 2023 Committee of the Whole meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved payment of bills and payroll through 12/31/23 (6-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Second Amendment to license agreement with Thunderbird Hockey Enterprises, LLC for scoreboard advertising (6-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Amendment No. 1 to contract with MIG, Inc. for 2024 Comprehensive Plan update (6-0)
• Authorized Mayor to purchase Peyton property at 308 West Meeker Street for $347,000 plus closing costs (6-0)
• Authorized Mayor to accept $200,000 King County Parks Levy grant for Boeing Rock Recreation/Habitat Enhancement (6-0)
• Authorized Mayor to accept $255,319 Salmon Recovery Funding Board grant for Boeing Rock project (6-0)

Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council will hold a workshop to discuss two items: a summary of 2023 grant awards and 2024 grant opportunities, and the City's Local Road Safety Plan along with transportation safety grant opportunities. No formal decisions are expected; this is a discussion session.

• 2023 Grant Summary and 2024 Grant Opportunities (presented by David Paine)
• Local Road Safety Plan and Transportation Safety Grant Opportunities (presented by Erik Preston)

The Council received presentations on 2023 grant summaries and 2024 grant opportunities. Staff presented the 2024 Local Road Safety Plan and candidate projects for Highway Safety Improvement Board grants. No substantive decisions were made during the workshop.

City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting

The Kent City Council will vote on a quasi-judicial Sound Transit rezone ordinance and authorize several contracts, including a property purchase and cooperative agreements. The agenda also includes proclamations, appointments, and routine consent calendar items. Most items are routine administrative actions, with the Sound Transit rezone being the most significant decision.

• Sound Transit Rezone Ordinance - Adopt (quasi-judicial)
• Kherson Property Purchase - Authorize
• Carahsoft Technology Federal General Services Administration Supply Contract - Authorize
• Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with Justice Systems Corporation - Authorize
• Ordinance Amending Chapter 9.02 'Criminal Code' - Adopt

The City Council approved a rezone request for 1.09 acres of Sound Transit property to allow high-density mixed-use residential development. The Council also authorized the purchase of a property on West Meeker Street and adopted updates to the city's criminal code.

• Approved Sound Transit rezone of 1.09 acres at 23453 - 30th Avenue South from MHP to MTC-2 (Unanimous)
• Authorized $347,000 purchase of Peyton property at 308 West Meeker Street (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4482 to update the Criminal Code with 2023 state legislative changes (Unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of Charlie Mitchell to the Civil Service Commission for a six-year term (Unanimous)
• Authorized IT Director to purchase via GSA contract with Carahsoft Technology Corporation (Unanimous)
• Authorized IT Director to purchase via cooperative agreement with Justice Systems Corporation (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills through 11/30/23 and payroll for 11/16/23 - 11/30/23 (Unanimous)

Disability Retirement Board - Disability Retirement Board - Regular Meeting

The Kent Disability Retirement Board (LEOFF 1) is holding a regular hybrid meeting. The board will elect a chair and vice-chair, review policies and procedures as part of a biennial review, and receive updates on board member elections and LEOFF 1 members. The agenda also includes approval of the November 9, 2023 minutes and welcoming Council President Bill Boyce.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Policy and Procedures Biennial Review
• Board Members Election Updates
• Welcome Council President Bill Boyce
• Approval of Minutes – November 9, 2023

The Kent Law Enforcement Officers' and Fire Fighters' (LEOFF I) Disability Board approved minutes from the November 9, 2023 meeting and unanimously elected Bill Johnson as chairperson. The Board also discussed reviewing its policy and procedure manual and received updates on board appointments and member status.

• Approved November 9, 2023 meeting minutes unanimously
• Elected Bill Johnson as Chairperson (all in favor)

Disability Retirement Board - Disability Retirement Board - Regular Meeting

The Disability Retirement Board (LEOFF 1) is meeting to handle routine administrative business. The board will approve minutes, receive updates on member elections, welcome a new council president, conduct a biennial policy review, and elect a chair and vice-chair. No substantive decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from November 9, 2023
• Board members election updates
• Welcome of Council President Bill Boyce
• Policy and Procedures Biennial Review
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair

The Board approved the November 9, 2023, meeting minutes and elected Bill Johnson as Chairperson. Members discussed the need to review the policy and procedure manual, including gathering hearing aid cost data.

• Approved November 9, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Bill Johnson as Chairperson

Arts Commission - Arts Commission - Special Meeting

The Kent Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss routine business, including approving December minutes, receiving a treasurer's report, and getting updates from the Performing Arts and Visual Arts/Acquisitions committees. A key item is the review of the 2024-2028 City Art Plan, with official approval expected in February. The meeting is largely informational with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Review of 2024-2028 City Art Plan (approval expected in February)
• Update on 2023-2024 Spotlight Series and 2024-2025 booking
• Artist application deadline for East Hill North project: January 31
• Current gallery show: Cathy Fields and Kelly Loney, Jan. 4 – Feb. 28
• 2024 Arts, Heritage and Science Week scheduled for February 6-10

The Kent Arts Commission held a special meeting on January 10, 2024, where it approved the December minutes as written. The commission received updates on performing and visual arts programs, including ticket sales for upcoming shows and artist applications for East Hill North. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; the 2024-2028 City Art Plan was reviewed but official approval is scheduled for February.

• Approved December minutes as written (unanimous)

Land Use and Planning Board - Land Use Regular Meeting

The Kent Arts Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of December minutes, a treasurer's report, and updates from the Performing Arts and Visual Arts committees. Key items include reviewing the 2024-2028 City Art Plan (official approval expected in February), an update on the 2023-2024 Spotlight Series, and 2024-2025 booking. The meeting is largely informational with no major decisions expected.