City of Kent

Join us for ShoWalk! 👟 This free indoor walking program is held Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings at the accesso ShoWare Center from 9-11 a.m. bit.ly/4f4xJ4I No registration is required - just drop by and get active!

Just want to wish a joyful Vaisahki to all those celebrating in Kent! Vaisahki is celebrated among the Sikh community and marks the beginning of harvest season and the Sikh New Year.

The Land Use and Planning Board will hold a meeting tonight at 6 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at Kent City Hall. bit.ly/3OCbaNK Staff will provide an updated on 2027-2032 Transportation Improvement Plan and the ReDiscover Downtown Plan.

🌿 Looking for your next local adventure? Explore the Valley Loop Trails🚶‍♀️🚴‍♂️ These scenic trails wind through the heart of the Green River Valley, offering beautiful views, peaceful paths, and easy access for walkers, runners, and cyclists alike.

This is your sign to go on a flower walk in Kent! 🌼 #WeAreKent

Registration is open for 2026 Green Kent events! Green Kent events are a great way to get involved and learn about conservation efforts here in Kent, and for students, they provide a great way to earn required community service hours! Volunteer today! bit.ly/408CnLk

Stay connected with all the happenings in Kent! #WeAreKent 📬 KentWA.gov/Subscribe 📺 @cityofkent" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youtube.com/@cityofkent

💪 This ride is a rigorous tour that encompasses the Soos Creek and Cedar River trails with a piece of the Green to Cedar River Trail in between. 🚲 It features a steep climb up Beacon Way S. from Renton, which is the steepest way up the East Hill! bit.ly/46jkgmZ

It's National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, so we want to give a heartfelt thank you to our Valley Com 911 Dispatchers. They help save lives and protect our community every single day. ❤️ #NPSTW

Wrappers travel farther than you think. Keep them out of Kent’s streets, parks, and waterways - trash them! 💚

Get your furry friends licensed with KingCountyPets to help get them back if they're ever lost! 😼 Your license also helps fund RASKC's life-saving animal shelter work. ❤️ They reunite lost pets 24/7 and provide shelter pet care 365 days a year! 🐕 KingCounty.gov/Pets

Have you ever been curious about what’s being built in your neighborhood or around the city? Check out BuildKentWA.com! It's a great way for you to find information about new projects that are under construction and coming soon.

Happy Friday, Kent! This week, we welcomed a new downtown business, had a visit from Kim Shirer, and I hope you’ll join us for the Wine Walk tomorrow night. Thank you for staying connected and involved in our community! Dana Ralph, Kent Mayor content.govdelivery.com/accounts/WAKEN…

🚘TRAFFIC ADVISORY 📅Tonight - April 11 ⌚7 p.m. - 7 p.m. ⛔ ROAD CLOSURES The BNSF will be closing the railroad intersection on James St. and 1st Ave. for repairs. Detour signs will be in place. Visit DriveKent.com for more information.

We’re growing and seeking dedicated individuals to join the City of Kent team! View and apply for these positions or explore additional opportunities here: bit.ly/3KwnRHP #wearekent

A new “build-your-own” pho concept is getting attention, and it’s happening right here in Kent. The Seattle Times recently featured the growing popularity of customizable pho, highlighting how diners can create bowls tailored to their taste. bit.ly/4tmxkmx

🐾 PawFest is back! Join us & Regional Animal Services of King County for adoptable pets, licensing help, a costume contest, demos, food trucks & more. 📅 June 6 | 📍 accesso ShoWare Center | 9am–1pm 👉 Want to participate? Vendors/rescues/pet businesses: ttaylor@kentwa.gov

We would like to invite you to join Mayor Ralph at Woods Coffee for another Coffee and Conversations. 📅 Wednesday, April 22 🕖 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. 📍Woods Coffee (15610 SE 272nd St)

🚮 Adopt a Spot in Kent! We’ve got 320+ miles of streets & sidewalks and need your help to keep them clean. 🌎 Join the city + neighbors, businesses & community groups & keep Kent looking its best. bit.ly/4jNXVEk

The City of Kent Disability Retirement Board meets today at 3 p.m. The board approves all medical and disability claims made by police officers and firefighters who are members of the LEOFF1 Retirement System. To see the full agenda visit bit.ly/41MMHIp