City hosts final town hall meeting about future of Kent on Thursday, Oct. 24

What should city look like in 30 years?

  • Monday, October 21, 2019 4:11pm
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City hosts final town hall meeting about future of Kent on Thursday, Oct. 24

The city of Kent host the last of its two town hall meetings on Thursday, Oct. 24 to get opinions from residents about what Kent should look like in 30 years.

The meeting is from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Puget Sound Fire Station 73, 26512 Military Road S.

Residents can share their vision for the future with Mayor Dana Ralph and city staff.

“We want you to think big picture and long term,” according to a city of Kent Facebook post.

The town hall will begin with a brief presentation followed by group activities designed to inspire people to tap their imagination.

Light refreshments will be served. Please RSVP to VisionTeam@KentWA.gov.


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