We had so much fun at the 37th annual Kent Kids' Arts Day event. Thank you to all over 1,000 attendees who spent the day crafting, playing, and connecting with us and 15 local artists and businesses.

I also want to thank all the amazing professionals who helped lead such imaginative crafts for our little artists.

Residents of the 33rd Legislative District are invited to a Community Town Hall from 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 15 in Building 8 at Highline College, 2400 S. 240th St., in Des Moines.

Sen. Tina Orwall, Rep. Mia Gregerson and Rep. Edwin Obras, will be meeting with residents to answer questions.

The Neighborhood Matching Grant Program application is open!

This offers matching funds on a competitive basis to recognized neighborhood councils to develop and implement projects which will enhance the livability of their communities.

Cookie Hooky is the sweetest way to shake up your workday, and is hosted at accesso ShoWare Center May 8th from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

This fun-filled fundraiser is all about raising money for the Community Events Fund which will support local non-profits by providing the opportunity for kids and families to enjoy events in the greater Kent area.

Catch the next Thunderbirds game tonight against the Tri-City Americans! The game begins at 7:05 p.m. at the accesso ShoWare Center. Go Birds!

The next session of FEMA Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training starts Wednesday March 19. This free eight-week program meets on Wednesdays from either 1-4:30 p.m. (Afternoon Class) or 6 pm – 9:30 pm (Evening Class) and taught by Puget Sound Fire staff. 

Make sure that yourself and your family will be prepared for a major disaster and able to care for yourself, your family and your neighbors until help arrives. CERT Information

The 8-week program provides instruction on disaster preparedness, disaster first aid, triage, fire safety, search and rescue, disaster psychology and team organization and finished with a simulation exercise to practice all the skills they have learned.

Our Bicycle Advisory Board is accepting applications for new members.

Members advise the council, mayor and staff on projects, policies and programs that affect cycling conditions in Kent!

Do you want to get more involved with our Parks department? Apply to serve on our Kent Parks & Recreation Commission! Commissioners work directly with the Kent Parks Department to provide input on strategic planning efforts that influence our parks system.

Applications are now being accepted for the city's Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Board!

The goal of the board is to increase engagement, integration, and access to city services for all cultural communities in Kent.

You can learn about the city's work in these areas and the Equity Strategic Plan at KentWA.gov/Race-Equity and apply to be on the board here!

We’re thrilled to launch Sidewalk Sessions—a brand-new way for our Public Works team and me to connect with you directly in your neighborhood!

Public Works is the backbone of our community. From smooth roads and safe sidewalks to reliable utilities, their work keeps Kent running strong. We’ll visit neighborhoods across the city to share updates, answer questions, and hear what’s important to you.

This is your chance to learn more about the incredible work happening behind the scenes to maintain and improve Kent’s infrastructure—and how it all impacts your daily life.
Sign up to bring Sidewalk Sessions to your neighborhood!

It's almost curbside clean-up time! 

With Kent's annual "Spring and Fall Curbside Clean-up" programs, residents may rid themselves of extra yard waste and garbage.

The events are free to all residential households living in the Kent city limits. Simply place your extra garbage and yard waste at the curb on your regular yard waste pick-up day. Here's all the info!

We're hiring! Check out our featured jobs and find great opportunities on our hiring page at jobs.kentwa.gov

The KentWorks app lets you access information and improve your neighborhood and community by reporting non-emergency issues to the city. You can request a service, report a problem and find information about the City of Kent all from your mobile device in just a few taps!