The committee reviewed department presentations regarding public works projects, including authorization for a flood resilience grant, a sediment pond culvert replacement project, and floodplain reconnection change orders. Additionally, the committee authorized a consultant services agreement for courthouse security, adopted an ordinance adjusting the compensation rate for pro tempore judges and court commissioners, and reviewed the monthly financial report.
Sep 15, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
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The committee meeting addressed several administrative and operational items. Key discussions included the authorization of write-offs for uncollectable accounts, the approval of a 20-year Dark Fiber Construction and Indefeasible Right to Use Agreement with Ezee Fiber Texas, LLC to interconnect city sites, and various departmental presentations regarding property code enforcement, emergency services, and public works grants and agreements. The committee also covered the rental housing registry fee resolution and consultant services agreements for park projects and well improvements.
Sep 15, 2026·Board meeting
City of Kent Committee of the Whole Committee Of The Whole And Workshop
The committee discussed the annual authorization for writing off uncollectible accounts, covering the financial impact of deferred permit fees and public works costs. Additionally, the IT department presented a proposal for a new fiber network infrastructure and an Indefeasible Right of Use agreement with Easy Fiber. This initiative aims to rearchitect the municipal network into a ring topology to enhance resiliency, disaster recovery capabilities, and business continuity while avoiding significant upfront capital expenditures.
Sep 1, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Kent City Council - Committee of the Whole Regular Meeting
The Committee of the Whole reviewed and addressed several operational and financial items. Key actions included approving the payment of bills, reviewing the second quarter 2026 investment report, and authorizing an ARPA reallocation for the Commercial Affordability Project. The committee also authorized an amendment for structural engineering design services for the Garrison Creek Park project and approved a consultant services agreement for substance use disorder and mental health services. Additionally, the agenda featured the discussion of an ordinance relating to mobile food vendors, authorization of an agreement with the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission, and a report on a grant application for flood resilience.
