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Happy Friday, Kent
Before we dive into this week's updates, I want to wish all the moms, bonus moms and mother figures out there a Happy Mother's Day weekend!
As a mother of two, I know that our work is cut out for us! And feeling valued by those around us through acts of love and appreciation is so important.
Those small acts of kindness you can show and share with a mom who's important to you in your life can really brighten their day.
If you're looking for a nice spot to go walking, biking, or just hangout with mom, check out one of our parks! We have so many great and unique parks, playfields and trails all around Kent.
I have a lot of great updates and fun things to share with you this week. Hope you enjoy and have a fantastic weekend!
Dana Ralph, Kent Mayor
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Just a reminder as we head into a hot weekend! Just because the temperature outside is hot, doesn't mean the water isn't still cold. Snowmelt can actually make the water even colder!
So if you and your family will be out enjoying some fun in the sun and water this weekend, please keep an eye out for signs of hypothermia. Things like excessive shivering, mental sluggishness, numbness and cold feet and hands. Plays safe and enjoy the sunny weather.
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Congratulations, T-Birds!
Congratulations to the Seattle Thunderbirds! They are the 2023 Western Conference Champions! Tickets are on sale now for the WHL Championship.
Games are Tuesday May 16 and Wednesday May 17 at cccesso Showare Center! Let's pack the Sho and show Winnepeg we mean business!
Kherson Park
Kherson Park is officially test pilot approved!
On Monday, Kent Elementary School kids tried out Kherson Park and tested the new augmented reality app that works with the park, Space for Kidz!
Astronaut Dottie Metcalf-Linderburger joined us to answer questions and talk to the students about her mission on the Space Shuttle. Check out this cool article from PlayWorld about Kherson!
Join us for the official grand opening event next weekend! 
📅 Saturday, May 20
🕥 10:30 a.m.
📍 307 W. Gowe St
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The 2023 Regular Session of the Washington State Legislature has adjourned, and I have some great updates to share about our process and results as we advocated for Kent. Check out this video on our social media! |
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Last weekend was Team up 2 Clean up in Kent. It was great to see so many volunteers out in the community partnering with our Public Works staff and Kent Police picking up trash and painting over graffiti.
It takes all of us to keep our city looking great. Thank you to everyone that came out to help!
To learn more about these events and similar ways to get involved, visit KentWA.gov/TalkingTrash!
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Last weekend I had the chance to swing by and thank volunteers, including Councilmember Michaud, at our first ever Conservation Event at North Meridian Park.
Volunteers removed invasive blackberries and we were joined by members of one of Kent's cricket teams!
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Join us for the 2023 Kent Cornucopia Days 5k!
The race will start and finish at the Three Friends Fishing Hole Park. Race fees are $20, or $35 with this fun throwback shirt! Sign up to race and get your fun throwback shirt!
📅 Saturday July 15 at 9 a.m.
📍 Three Friends Fishing Hole Park
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Medal of Honor
Last week Officer Goforth, Officer Mattheis, and Officer Sloan in the Kent Police Department received the Medal of Honor for meritorious service!
This honor was much deserved. They demonstrated extreme bravery and concern for others over themselves in a delicate situation, and I am so grateful that they have chosen to serve our city!
Drinks in the Driveway
Drinks in the Driveway was such a huge success last Fall, we are bringing it back for a few dates this Spring and booking a few dates for the Summer.
Myself, Chief Padilla, and Chad Bieren from Public Works visit local neighborhoods and neighborhood councils to discuss issues they are facing and keeping our community safe.
We bring the soft drinks, you bring the conversation.
If you would like to reserve one of the few remaining spots, sign up here!
Kent City Council
We held multiple public committee meetings this week. Check out the recap on this week's meetings below. You can also see the full meeting agendas, minutes and livestream recordings here.
Kent Bike Rodeo
Our annual Bike Rodeo is coming up next month! The event includes a fun skills course designed for kids to improve their bike handling and traffic safety skills.
Kids will learn about stop signs, crosswalks, approaching corners as well as being considerate around other bikers and pedestrians.
The program will include helmet fittings, helmet giveaways, a bicycle skills course and bike safety checks.
Fill out this waiver to participate. If you would like to volunteer, please email KentBikeRodeo@gmail.com.
📅 Saturday May 20
⏰ 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
📍 Kent YMCA
Kent PawFest
Join us and Regional Animal Services of King County at PawFest! 🐕 😻
Animal rescues will have sweet animals up for adoption and we'll have licensing help on-site. There will be a best pet costume contest, pup cups, demos from dog agility teams and dog trainers! 🐶
📅 Saturday, June 3
⌚ 12-3 p.m.
📍 Kent Station
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Chapter 3 of our Transportation Master Plan dives into the extensive outreach we did for determining the city's transportation priorities.
Our plan represents the diverse perspectives and transportation needs of Kent.
You can read more about our master plan here.
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Don't forget to check out the KentNOW podcast! Josh and Tracy update you on the important, fun and interesting things happening here in the city!
Listen to new and previous episodes on:
🔊 Apple Podcasts apple.co/3J2UMkd
🔊 Spotify spoti.fi/3GNCeli
🔊 Amazon Music amzn.to/3jjaOvU
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I want to give a shout-out to all the Kent high school athletes training and competing at home and around the region this year! So awesome to see them representing Kent around the region. |
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