Republic Services is resuming all collection services for residential customers in King and Snohomish counties today. bit.ly/4kqOw4L
Customers will be serviced on their normal collection day and should leave out all their containers.
Slide deck: how the federal budget will affect Apple Health (Medicaid) in WA
HCA has created a visual slide deck that breaks down potential impacts from the federal budget—from rural health funding to work requirements.
It’s a clear, easy-to-follow overview for policymakers, providers, and the public.
View the slide deck: https://loom.ly/7PZgY8Y
Raise the roof! Lane closures ahead tonight on I-5 in South King County:
4 lanes NB I-5 will close from SR 516 to S 200th St/Military Rd S from 11:59 p.m. to 4 a.m.
3 lanes SB I-5 will close from S 200th St/Military Rd S to SR 516 from 11:59 p.m. to 6 a.m.
A picture of the new Veterans Drive tunnel in Kent.
Now open: new Veterans Drive tunnel in Kent!
After four years of digging, building, and lane shifting, there’s a new connection to the Kent Valley!
The Veterans Drive tunnel is officially open to traffic.
View from Green River Trail Kent, WA
Opening tomorrow: new Veterans Drive tunnel in Kent!
After four years of digging, building & lane shifting, there’s finally a new connection to the Kent Valley! The Veterans Drive tunnel *high five* opens to traffic at 5a tomorrow. Might we suggest trying it out on your morning commute?
Kent Summer Concerts are in full swing! 🎶🎸 See the schedule at KentWA.gov/SummerConcerts!
Some of our favorite photos from the Kent Cornucopia Days Grand Parade on Sunday! Thanks to all who participated and all who came out to enjoy the festivities.
Republic Services has indicated that, as with inclement weather service delays, they will collect double garbage, recycling, and organic materials on your next regularly scheduled service day at no additional charge.
Residential customers can reach Republic Services at 206-682-9735.
As of this morning, residential and commercial waste collection services in Kent have been interrupted by a work stoppage at Republic Services due to an out-of-market labor dispute.
Republic will be providing updates to customers and the City of Kent is monitoring the situation.
Kent Cornucopia Days is this weekend! 🌽🎪 Join us and the Kent Lions in downtown Kent for some street fair fun at South King County's largest and oldest festival! 🎉🍰 kcdays.com
We're updating our Downtown Kent Plan and we want your voice to help guide the future of our city! 🏘️ 🏦 🌳 Engage.KentWA.gov/Downtown
Help Shape Downtown: bit.ly/3Tf4dkt
Let’s build a Downtown Kent that reflects our shared vision and values.
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Hoy, la Ciudad de Kent restableció formalmente su relación de hermanamiento con El Municipio del Grullo, ubicada en el Estado de Jalisco, Mexico.
El alcalde Ralph se reunió con el presidente municipal mexicano reelecto de El Grullo, Milton Cárdenas, y su delegación en el Ayuntamiento de Kent
Today, the City of Kent formally reestablished its Sister City relationship with the City of El Grullo, located in the State of Jalisco, Mexico!
Mayor Ralph met with Mexican Municipal President Re-Elect of El Grullo, Milton Cárdenas, and his delegation today at Kent City Hall!
We're updating our Downtown Kent Plan and we want your voice to help guide the future of our city! 🏘️ 🏦 🌳 Engage.KentWA.gov/Downtown
Help Shape Downtown: bit.ly/3Tf4dkt
Let’s build a Downtown Kent that reflects our shared vision and values.
Parks & Recreation Month is just around the corner! Since 1985, Americans have celebrated and recognized the importance of parks and recreation during the month of July.
Mark your calendars for five free pop-up events! MyKentParks.com
Today is #WorldRefugeeDay, designated by the UN to celebrate the strength and courage of people forced to flee their homes and countries to escape conflict or persecution.
Copper theft is a serious issue that affects everyone in the Kent community. Intentional cable cuts cause significant disruptions to network services.
See something? Say something. Report suspicious activity to local law enforcement by calling 911.
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The proclamation also recognized the Kent Black Action Commission for their continued work in the observance of Juneteenth and their contributions to our city.
Thank you to Councilmembers Fincher, Michaud and Boyd for attending and to Gwen Allen-Carston, Executive Director for the KBAC!
The City of Kent celebrates the inclusion of all races, ethnicities and nationalities, and we are actively working to dismantle systemic barriers that contribute to inequities and are committed to ensuring our policies and practices promote fairness, justice and equity for all.
It is celebrated on June 19th, marking the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, and informed enslaved African Americans of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.
Yesterday evening before the Kent City Council meeting, Mayor Ralph proclaimed June 19 as #Juneteenth in the City of Kent at a flag-raising event.
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, commemorates the effective end of slavery in the United States.
Summer fun is on the way! 🏝️🍹⛱️ 🌊 Check out some of the hottest things to do in Kent this #summer at KentWA.gov/Summer!
Join Dr. Terrence Roberts, one of the Little Rock Nine, as he speaks about the importance of understanding the history of segregation and civil rights to confront the realities of today.
📅 Wednesday, June 18
⏰ 6:30-7:30 p.m.
📍 Kent Commons
This event is free and for the public! bit.ly/3Tdx7kM
