Kent says $17.9 million in transportation grants awarded; staff outlines 2026 priorities Transportation staff said the city secured about $17.9 million across seven projects in 2025 and previewed 2026 grant nominations including sidewalk and crossing projects, a shared‑use path and safe‑routes improvements; staff will update the Transportation Improvement Program and return with outreach in March.

Kent has landed a whopping $17.9 million in transportation grants for 2025, paving the way for exciting new projects and improvements in the city!

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Council authorizes KBA consultant agreements and approves SR 167 change order; staff cite contract challenges Council authorized a consultant services agreement with KBA Inc. for the South 212th Street preservation project and approved Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to KBA for additional construction-management work. Council also approved change order No. 3 with Scarcella Brothers for a sewer-related repair on the SR 167 median drainage project; staff said the construction contract has experienced about 25 change orders to date.

Major transportation projects are hitting new hurdles as the Council approves critical changes for construction management and urgent repairs!

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Transportation Policy Board chair advocates for East West transit connections Council member Boyse discusses community outreach and hazardous waste program expansion.

Kent City Council is taking bold steps to improve transportation and engage the community, including a groundbreaking initiative that empowers residents to document hazardous waste in their neighborhoods.

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Kent City Council updates transportation regulations with King County agreement City council adopts new regulations for for-hire transportation in partnership with King County.

Kent City Council is revamping its for-hire transportation regulations, teaming up with King County to modernize services and enhance community parks!

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