Official account for the City of Kent in Washington State. linktr.ee/cityofkenthttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.govhttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3luigo2f5us2fRepublic 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.21 Jul 2025 16:42 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3luigo2f5us2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3ltzzfi7gxc2fKent Summer Concerts are in full swing! 🎶🎸 See the schedule at KentWA.gov/SummerConcerts!15 Jul 2025 23:07 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3ltzzfi7gxc2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3ltze5hyovk2wSome 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.15 Jul 2025 16:47 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3ltze5hyovk2whttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3ltkiptquh22zAs 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.09 Jul 2025 18:59 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3ltkiptquh22zhttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3lti6lsgers2rKent 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.com08 Jul 2025 20:52 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3lti6lsgers2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3lstklzkkf226We'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.30 Jun 2025 16:01 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3lstklzkkf226https://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3lswyvu6ogc27Today, 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!02 Jul 2025 00:55 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3lswyvu6ogc27https://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3lstklzkkf226We'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.30 Jun 2025 16:01 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3lstklzkkf226https://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3lsgzlon46k2aParks & 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.com25 Jun 2025 16:25 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3lsgzlon46k2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3ls2x7nkptk24Today 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. https://worldrelief.org20 Jun 2025 21:10 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3ls2x7nkptk24https://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3lrvyagi6fs23Copper 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-G7DlrOFJE18 Jun 2025 21:45 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3lrvyagi6fs23https://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3lrvjjp4gpk2hYesterday 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.18 Jun 2025 17:22 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3lrvjjp4gpk2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3lrvjc537zs2gSummer fun is on the way! 🏝️🍹⛱️ 🌊 Check out some of the hottest things to do in Kent this #summer at KentWA.gov/Summer!18 Jun 2025 17:18 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3lrvjc537zs2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3lqsr5zyhvc2jJoin 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/3Tdx7kM04 Jun 2025 21:35 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3lqsr5zyhvc2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3lrj3ankjus2jKent Summer Concerts are back again this year! 🎸🎶 Join us for weekly performances running from July 9 through August 20! KentWA.gov/SummerConcerts13 Jun 2025 18:34 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3lrj3ankjus2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3lq6alqfnts2lThe City has released the first phase of proposed updates to the Kent City Code to fulfill new state requirements for housing regulations. 🏘️ There’s still time for you to provide input! Check out the draft ordinance and let us know what you think. bit.ly/4mlgWzg27 May 2025 17:46 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3lq6alqfnts2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3lqsr5zyhvc2jJoin 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/3Tdx7kM04 Jun 2025 21:35 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3lqsr5zyhvc2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3lqnaxuyu3s2uHappy #Pride Month, Kent! 🏳️‍🌈 This annual celebration recognizes the 1969 Stonewall Riots and commemorates years of struggle for civil rights. Kent is proud to be an inclusive community that celebrates our diversity and LGBTQIA+ neighbors, coworkers, friends and family! #WeAreKent02 Jun 2025 17:02 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3lqnaxuyu3s2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3lq6alqfnts2lThe City has released the first phase of proposed updates to the Kent City Code to fulfill new state requirements for housing regulations. 🏘️ There’s still time for you to provide input! Check out the draft ordinance and let us know what you think. bit.ly/4mlgWzg27 May 2025 17:46 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3lq6alqfnts2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3lppog2grsc2gWe hope you're excited to see the new and improved Kiwanis Tot Lot 4 officially open! This downtown park has always been a special spot, and thanks to our incredible Kent Parks team, it’s been completely reimagined into a space that’s fun, welcoming, and built for all ages to enjoy.21 May 2025 22:43 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3lppog2grsc2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3lp5j46gon22fIt's Bike Everywhere Day! 🚴‍♀️ #BikeKent We've got some awesome trails all around Kent! Check out this list from AllTrails on the best road biking trails in the city. bit.ly/44fYi3o Explore trails with hand-curated maps, driving directions, detailed reviews, and photos! https://bit.ly/44fYi3o14 May 2025 17:20 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3lp5j46gon22fhttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3loyxfg7sps2tRoundabouts are just another safe intersection! Slow down and pick a lane when approaching. Be sure to yield to pedestrians and bicyclists in crosswalks and all traffic in the roundabout. Enter to the right and exit at the street you want! wsdot.wa.gov/safety/roundabouts12 May 2025 21:52 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3loyxfg7sps2thttps://bsky.app/profile/kentwa.gov/post/3lo5h7ar4ls2mHappy #InternationalWorkersDay! Today we celebrate the achievements of the labor movement and working people standing up for each other. #MayDay01 May 2025 23:21 +0000at://did:plc:5d2hvrmpbwi3om4prhkst43a/app.bsky.feed.post/3lo5h7ar4ls2m