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Mayor Dana Ralph's Update - June 26, 2026
Published: Jun 26, 2026
Kent Receives Federal Approval for Train Quiet Zone, Horns to Cease by Late August
The Federal Rail Administration (FRA) has officially approved the city of Kent's train quiet zone, which will eliminate the use of train horns on the Burlington Northern tracks. This approval comes after over a decade of work with the railroad, the local utilities commission, and the FRA. The quiet zone is set to begin as early as August 24th. While the train horns will no longer sound routinely, safety features such as crossing arms, flashing lights, and bells will remain in place. Conductors will still be able to use the horn if they observe an obstruction or safety hazard on the tracks. This initiative is expected to significantly improve the quality of life for residents and businesses in downtown Kent and surrounding areas.
Mayor Ralph Elected to Association of Washington Cities Board; City Promotes Accurate Information
Mayor Dana Ralph and several council members attended the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) Conference in Spokane. Mayor Ralph and Kyle Moore, the government affairs person, participated in a panel discussion about combating misinformation, focusing on how the city ensures it is the primary source of accurate information. Mayor Ralph was also elected to the AWC board, where she will represent South King County in policy discussions and legislative action at the statewide level.
Kent Announces Summer Events: 4th of July Splash, Concert Series, and Cornucopia Days
Kent is hosting several summer events, including the 4th of July Splash at Lake Meridian on July 4th, featuring food, entertainment, and a fireworks display from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The city reminds residents that fireworks are illegal within city limits, but the official display at Lake Meridian is permitted. Following this, the summer concert series begins on July 9th, with performances on Wednesday afternoons at West Fenwick (12:00-1:00 p.m.), Wednesday evenings at Kent Station (6:00-8:00 p.m.), and Thursday nights at Morrill Meadows Park (6:30-8:30 p.m.). Additionally, Cornucopia Days will take place from July 10th to 12th in downtown Kent, concluding with a parade on July 12th, organized by the Lions Club.
Annual 'Mela Mawan Deeyan' Celebrates Mothers and Daughters in Kent
Mayor Dana Ralph attended the Mela Mawan Deeyan event at the ShoWare Center, an annual Indian celebration honoring mothers and daughters and recognizing the importance of strong women in building foundations and communities. The Mayor noted the event's focus on raising smart young women and creating strong communities, and shared her personal tradition of attending with her mother.
Sign-Ups Open for National Night Out on August 4th
Registration is now open for National Night Out, scheduled for August 4th. Residents can sign up their neighborhoods via kentwa.gov/nno. The event provides participating neighborhoods with promotional materials and hosts city representatives, including police officers, firefighters, council members, and public works and parks employees, who visit and interact with residents. The goal is to foster community engagement and strengthen neighborhood connections.
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