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Mayor Ralph Weekly Update April 26, 2024

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Allergy season is here! Happy Earth Day!

Welcome back to KentNow! 
This week Josh, Tracy, and Kyle talked to Rob Brown the Transportation Engineering Manager from the Kent Public Works Department on road safety in Kent, and Scott Schroder and Bryce Mireles from Vegetation Management. 
So many fun activities happening for Earth Day in Kent! Make sure you check out our social media platforms to learn more on how you can get involved! 
 
Have a great Earth Day!

ICYMI - Mayor Dana Ralph's State of the City address.

Welcome back to episode 5.5 where we bring you Mayor Dana Ralph's State of the City address at Kent Meridian High School, Thursday, March 21st. 
We set you up with what to expect and dive right into her speech! 
Next week, we will highlight some high-level topics and have a few special guests. 
Thanks for listening! 

It's giving..Hockey

Welcome back to KentNow!
This week Josh, Tracy and Kyle discuss coffee orders, Green Kent and Mayor Dana Ralph's State of the City address.
Special guests Avery and Addison join the show to talk about "A little bit of Averything", Sam Popowich and Nico Myatovic from the Seattle Thunderbirds break down their season so far and we wrap things up with a fun "did ya know fact!"
 
If you have comments and suggestions, email us at Communications@kentwa.gov

Better late than never!

Hi Kent! 
Episode 4 comes with a recap of the last Kent City Council meeting, Committee of the Whole and we hear from Kent PD Community Education Directors Stacy Judd and Sara Wood. 
We also hear from Kent Parks Rec Supervisor Kyle Nearhood about the upcoming Kent Parks Spring and Summer guide. 
This time on "Did ya Know" we take you back to the 1900's with the Mill Creek neighborhood and the Kent Historical Society!
Don't forget to join us for Episode 5 where we hear from Avery  from "A little bit of Averything" and several players from the Seattle Thunderbirds stop by with a recap of the season so far! 
 
 

Will you be my Valentine?

Welcome back to Season 2 of KentNow! 
It's Girl Scout Cookie time! Kyle, Josh and Tracy talk about the latest flavors and the ones they reach for. 
We hear from Kent Downtown Partnership Executive Director Gaila Haas and the Cider and Ale Trail in March 
Conservation Coordinator Tony Donati joins the team to talk about the city's conservation initiatives, the adopt a spot program, and the upcoming Mini Recycling event in March
Josh wraps up the episode with some fun Kent space facts from Blue Origin.
If you have comments or suggestions for the team, leave them at Communications@KentWa.gov 
 

We are hiring!

Welcome back to Season 2 of KentNow! 
In this episode Kyle, Josh and Tracy discuss:
Talk to Dominique Juleon from Business Impact NW and their client Fresh Family LLC about how their service launched a small Kent business. 
Human Resources Director Holly Harvey Smith joins us to talk about jobs available in the city.
Kent Downtown Partnership Cider and Ale trail.
Superbowl, snacks, and Puxatony Phil! 
 
If you have questions, comments or want to submit a "did ya know" email us at Communications@KentWa.gov 
 
 

Here comes Season 2 of KentNow

After a little holiday break, the band is back together with special guest Mayor Dana Ralph to talk about her City of Kent Progress Report. 
Mayor Ralph explains what the city accomplished in 2023, and what we will be working toward in 2024. 
There's some lighthearted discussion about cooking, Kent Parks programs, and can we get someone else to host award shows?
We have a poll up on when you think the first snow will stick in 2024, check it out now on our @CityofKent Facebook page! 
Please like, subscribe, and leave us a review! 
If you have a question or a topic you think should be discussed, reach out to us at Communications@KentWa.gov
Thanks for listening!

That’s it.. All done for 2023

What a year it was Kent!
Highlights for the year? We have so many!
Mayor and Chief talking about National Night Out
Public Works Director Dave Brock and his team to break down how the city handles snow and ice.
Heather from Public Works says "Don't drain the fat" meaning DON'T put it down the drain.
Mark and Ronda from Kent Parks talk about the Spotlight Series
Somen in IT breaks down how the city uses the GIS system. 
There was so much in 2023 that we can't wait to tackle more in 2024! 
We hope you enjoy listening to the show as much as we like putting it all together! 
Thank you for listening and please send us your recommendations on what you would like to hear more about to Communications@kentwa.gov
Happy Holidays from all of us at KentNow!

Episode 25 is the Holiday Edition

Rounding out the year with jingle bells and tinsel!
Happy Holidays everyone!
In this episode:
You'll hear about Josh's love for tinsel and flocking.
Shepard Pie and why everyone loves it. 
Heather Martin from our Public Works Department talks about Fats, Oils and Grease and why they could cause thousands in damage!
Chef and cookbook author Christina Arokiasamy and her Taste of Kent series coming up in 2024
Food Blogger Erika Diama and her latest visit to Kent 
How you can get more involved with the city by applying for our Boards and Commissions.
Kent City Council voted unanimously to adopt Mayor Ralph's 2024 Mid-Biennium Budget Adjustment proposal.
Carpinito Bros have a long history here in Kent with the last "Did you know" of 2023
We would love your suggestions on topics or what you want in this pod! Please email us at Communications@kentwa.gov
 
THANK YOU!