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Parks & Human Services Committee Agenda
Councilmembers: Brenda Fincher - Dennis Higgins - Deborah Ranniger, Chair
October 22, 2015
5:00 P.M.
Item Description Action Speaker Time Page
1. Call to order Chair Ranniger 01
2. Roll Call Chair Ranniger 01
3. Changes to the Agenda Chair Ranniger 01 -
4. Approval of Minutes, dated August 27, YES Chair Ranniger 01 01
2015
5. Fee-in-Lieu Funds YES Hope Gibson 05 05
6. Parks and Recreation Commission Update NO Jeff Watling / 15 09
Annie Saurwein
7. Riverbend Golf Complex Update NO Jeff Watling / 15 11
Pete Petersen
8. Director's Report NO Jeff Watling 10 13
Unless otherwise noted, the Parks and Human Services Committee meets at 5 p.m. on the fourth
Thursday of each month in Kent City Hall, Council Chambers East, 220 4ch Ave S, Kent, 98032.
For additional information please contact Teri Petrole at 253-856-5101 or via email at
Wet role Cabkentwa.gov.
Any person requiring a disability accommodation should contact the City Clerk's Office at
253-856-5725 in advance. For TDD relay service call Washington Telecommunications
Relay Service at 1-800-833-6388.
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Parks and Human Services Committee Meeting Minutes
Council members: Brenda Fincher • Dennis Higgins • Deborah Ranniger, Chair
Director Jeff Watling
August 27, 2015 - 5:00 p.m.
1. Call to Order: Committee Chair Debbie Ranniger called the meeting to order at
5:00 p.m.
2. Roll Call: Councilmembers Debbie Ranniger, Dennis Higgins and Brenda Fincher
were in attendance.
3. Changes to Agenda: Revisions to original Animal Services Ordinance (Sec.
8.03.050),
4. Approval of Minutes: Councilmember Fincher MOVED to approve the
minutes dated June 25, 2015. Councilmember Higgins SECONDED. The
motion PASSED 3-0.
S. 2015 Second Quarter Fee-in-Lieu Funds
Hope Gibson, Manager of Parks Planning and Development reported that between
April and June 2015 the City of Kent received a total of $28,500 from two
developers who voluntarily paid fees in lieu of dedicating park land to mitigate the
development of single family homes in local subdivisions. The funds will be used at
the park locations as noted below.
• Developer Asili Ahmad: $8,625 at Linda Heights Park
• Developer Wayne Jones: $19,875 at Kent Memorial Park
Both park renovations will be scheduled next year.
Councilmember Higgins MOVED to recommend accepting the $28,500 for
Fee-in-Lieu funds and amend the Community Parks Reinvestment Program
budget for future expenditures in the Linda Heights Park budget and the
Kent Memorial Park budget. Councilmember Fincher SECONDED. The
motion PASSED 3-0.
6 Animal Control - Ordinance Amending Chapter 8.03 of the Kent City
Code
Tammy White, Assistant City Attorney reported that this item was addressed before
the committee at its July 24, 2015, meeting wherein the committee requested that
the City Attorney's Office research the leash and scoop provisions adopted by
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surrounding jurisdictions and report back with its findings. Included within the
agenda materials for the August 271h meeting was a chart that compares Kent's
proposed code provision with those provisions in effect in the cities of Auburn,
Bellevue, Everett, Renton, Federal Way, Kirkland, Vancouver, Puyallup, Issaquah,
Redmond, and Des Moines. Having reviewed the comparisons, the Parks Director
recommends the proposed ordinance be revised to provide that it is unlawful for
any person to fail to immediately remove any fecal matter deposited by an animal
in its possession on public property or on any private property not belonging to the
animal's owner, custodian, or other person having possession of the animal. Under
this proposal, the "unlawfulness" focuses on the failure to remove the fecal matter,
not its initial deposit, The prior proposal treated public and private property
differently and prohibited outright any fecal deposit on private property without the
property owner's advance permission, even if that fecal matter was immediately
removed. The ordinance includes the proposal recommended by the Parks Director
(Sec. 8.03.050), which has been highlighted for ease of reference.
Discussion followed on Leash Law penalties and Police Department's legal response
as well as engagement. There are now two different tiers of punishment for leash
law and scooping. Tammy reiterated that the code was changed because there is no
means for our Police officers to enforce animal control.
The councilmembers voiced their support of the revised code, Councilmember
Higgins asked that the Ordinance be posted on a sign at Clark Lake Park due to the
high number of violations. Councilmember Fincher asked that this information be
mailed out to residents through current city publications at no cost such as a utility
billing mailing. Watling suggested the item go under Other Business in order to
highlight the code revision with the entire city council.
Councilmember Fincher MOVED to recommend Council adopt the proposed
ordinance that amends Chapter 8.03 of the Kent City Code to enact dog
leash and waste removal provisions, to clarify enforcement may be by both
police officers and animal control officers, and to clarify that the City has
contracted with King County Animal Control for animal control, sheltering,
and licensing services within the City of Kent. Councilmember Higgins
SECONDED. The motion PASSED 3-0.
7. Kent Arts DIY (Do it Yourself) Project Update
Ronda Billerbeck, Cultural Services Manager updated the committee on recent
developments with the Kent Arts DIY (Do It Yourself) Project that is part of the
Community Project Artwork, approved in the City Art Plan. Kent Arts DIY is a
prototype project that will allow the people who live, work and play in Kent to share
their creativity with one another by uploading projects to an automated website. Art
can include cooking, textiles, multi media, or a video. It can be a "how to" video, a
poem, a movie, a song performance, or even a dance performance. Finalists were
interviewed to create the web site and Empirical User Experience from of Portland,
Oregon was awarded the contract. It should be done spring 2016.
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8. Riverbend Golf Complex - Water/Well Update
Parks Director Jeff Watling stated that the well redevelopment did not produce the
needed results. Pete Petersen, Superintendent of Riverbend Golf Complex provided
historical information, reporting that the well worked fine until the Nisqually
earthquake in 2001. After that, problems with silt and sand becoming a kind of gel
started disrupting the filter. The well was extended in 2005, but in 2009, issues
started up again and there was not enough water and pressure to irrigate the golf
course. Since 2009, Riverbend has supplemented water through fire hoses and
hydrants at a very high expense. The original engineering firm, Robinson Noble,
was hired to provide hydrogeological services with the goal of re-development. In
April, the city contracted with Hokkaido Drilling, the original drillers of the existing
well, to inspect and test the well. Two attempts were made, but not enough water
could be pulled. Based on the testing, both Robinson Noble and Hokkaido Drilling
recommend drilling a new well to meet the needs of the golf course irrigation
system. The city is currently waiting for a second opinion.
Watling explained that the next step is to contract for the well design work. The bid
award for design will be some time in October/November and then a second
contract will be issued to complete the actual drilling. Petersen remarked that, with
the newer well designs, the screens are larger to accommodate more intakes. Also,
the new well will be pumped for 16 to 19 hours per day and then closed down to
rest. The-new-well would be fully developed and functioning by April 2016.
Councilmember Higgins referenced the budgeted $400,000 in project costs. Watling
confirmed, noting there may be a budget adjustment necessary to purchase water
until the well is up and running, He commented that this project is a good return on
investment, The golf course will recoup the costs of this project in approximately
two years.
Councilmember Fincher asked about the extent of maintenance with the new well.
Petersen said, by installing a larger casing, a video camera can be mounted to view
and monitor the pump to see when it needs cleaning.
8. Director's Report
Jeff Watling highlighted some of the events and services in our parks and programs
during the summer that are enjoyed by the community.
Park Use
Tournaments - 36 (812 teams) since April.
• Lake Meridian Park swimming area - 58,000 visits from June 20 to July 31.
• Shelters and general park rentals - 1,132 reservations through August.
Kent Valley Loop Trails - new signage is 800/b installed. Very positive
responses.
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Camps,and Playa rounds
• Day Camp -10% increase in registration.
• Resident Camp -10% increase in registration.
Summer Playgrounds served nearly 8,000 visits at five sites.
• Over 20 Sports and Specialty Camps throughout the summer.
Summer Special Events and Concerts
• 4t" of July Splash - over 15,000 in attendance.
• "Wednesday Picnic Performances" at Town Square Plaza - average of 510 in
attendance per show.
• `Thursdays at the Lake" at Lake Meridian Park - an average of 650 in
attendance per show.
• Cornucopia Days 5K Run / Walk - over 550 runners and walkers.
Park Planning and Development - Green Kent Partnership
• Joint public outreach with Parks and Recreation Commission -_235 Parks_
Survey responses gathered
YES (Youth Environmental Service) Corps - A pilot program this summer. A
team of five high school students hired for a 6-week internship performing
environmental restoration/stewardship work in our parks.
Councilmember Dennis thanked Jeff and staff for delivering such strong programs
on a limited budget.
The meeting adjourned 5:47 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Kent City Council Committee Recorder
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PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
Jeff Watling, Director
ON-Tr Phone: 253-856-5100
Fax: 253-856-6050
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
TO: Kent City Council Parks and Human Services Committee
DATE: October 22, 2015
FROM: Hope Gibson, Manager of Parks Planning and Development
SUBJECT: 2015 Third Quarter Fee-in-Lieu Funds
MOTION: Move to recommend accepting the $46,350.00 for Fee-in-Lieu
funds and amend the Community Parks Reinvestment Program budget for
future expenditures in the Linda Heights Park budget.
SUMMARY: Between July and September 2015 the City of Kent received a total of
$46,350 from the following developer who voluntarily paid a fee in lieu of
dedicating park land to mitigate the development of single family homes in a local
subdivision. The funds will be used at the park location noted below.
John Baringer: $46,350 at Linda Heights Park
EXHIBITS: Copy of Revenue Report
BUDGET IMPACT: Revenue and expense impact of $46,350 to Linda Heights Park
budget
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PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
v Jeff Watling, Director
KENT xeN ?` Phone: 253-856-5100
Fax: 253-856-6050
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
TO: Kent City Council Parks and Human Services Committee
DATE: October 22, 2015
FROM: Annie Saurwein, Chair of the Parks and Recreation Commission
Jeff Watling, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services
SUBJECT: Parks and Recreation Commission Update
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MOTION: None, informational
SUMMARY: The sixteen member Parks and Recreation Commission has been
meeting monthly since January of this year. Commission Chair Annie Saurwein will
join Parks Director Jeff Watling in providing an update on what the commission has
been doing and what major items are on their work plan for 2016.
EXHIBITS: N/A
BUDGET IMPACT: N/A
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PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
Jeff Watling, Director
® Phone: 253-856-5100
KEN-Tr xeat?P Fax: 253-856-6050
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
TO: Kent City Council Parks and Human Services Committee
DATE: October 22, 2015
FROM: Pete Petersen, Superintendent of Riverbend Golf Complex
Jeff Watling, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services
SUBJECT: Riverbend Golf Complex Update
MOTION: None, informational
SUMMARY: Pete Petersen, Riverbend Golf Complex Superintendent and Parks
Director Jeff Watling will provide an update on the golf complex operations, as well
as major projects currently underway.
EXHIBITS: N/A
BUDGET IMPACT: N/A
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PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
° Jeff Watling, Director
eam�" Phone: 253-856-5100
Fax: 253-856-6050
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S,
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
TO: Kent City Council Parks and Human Services Committee
DATE: October 22, 2015
FROM: Jeff Watling, Director of Parks, Recreation & Community Services
SUBJECT: Director's Report
MOTION: None, informational
SUMMARY: Jeff Watling, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services,
will inform the committee of noteworthy information and upcoming events.
EXHIBITS: N/A
BUDGET IMPACT: N/A
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Parks & Human Services Committee Agenda
Councilmembers: Brenda Fincher - Dennis Higgins - Deborah Ranniger, Chair
October 22, 2015
5:00 P.M.
Item Description Action Speaker Time Page
1. Call to order Chair Ranniger 01
2. Roll Call Chair Ranniger 01
3. Changes to the Agenda Chair Ranniger 01 -
4. Approval of Minutes, dated August 27, YES Chair Ranniger 01 01
2015
5. 2016 CDBG Annual Action Plan YES Dinah Wilson 05 05
6. Fee-in-Lieu Funds YES Hope Gibson 05 35
7. Parks and Recreation Commission Update NO Jeff Watling / 15 39
Annie Saurwein
8. Riverbend Golf Complex Update NO Jeff Watling / 15 41
Pete Petersen
9. Director's Report NO Jeff Watling 10 43
Unless otherwise noted, the Parks and Human Services Committee meets at 5 p.m. on the fourth
Thursday of each month in Kent City Hall, Council Chambers East, 220 4ch Ave S, Kent, 98032.
For additional information please contact Teri Petrole at 253-856-5101 or via email at
Wet role Cabkentwa.gov.
Any person requiring a disability accommodation should contact the City Clerk's Office at
253-856-5725 in advance. For TDD relay service call Washington Telecommunications
Relay Service at 1-800-833-6388.
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Parks and Human Services Committee Meeting Minutes
Council members: Brenda Fincher • Dennis Higgins • Deborah Ranniger, Chair
Director Jeff Watling
August 27, 2015 - 5:00 p.m.
1. Call to Order: Committee Chair Debbie Ranniger called the meeting to order at
5:00 p.m.
2. Roll Call: Councilmembers Debbie Ranniger, Dennis Higgins and Brenda Fincher
were in attendance.
3. Changes to Agenda: Revisions to original Animal Services Ordinance (Sec.
8.03.050),
4. Approval of Minutes: Councilmember Fincher MOVED to approve the
minutes dated June 25, 2015. Councilmember Higgins SECONDED. The
motion PASSED 3-0.
S. 2015 Second Quarter Fee-in-Lieu Funds
Hope Gibson, Manager of Parks Planning and Development reported that between
April and June 2015 the City of Kent received a total of $28,500 from two
developers who voluntarily paid fees in lieu of dedicating park land to mitigate the
development of single family homes in local subdivisions. The funds will be used at
the park locations as noted below.
• Developer Asili Ahmad: $8,625 at Linda Heights Park
• Developer Wayne Jones: $19,875 at Kent Memorial Park
Both park renovations will be scheduled next year.
Councilmember Higgins MOVED to recommend accepting the $28,500 for
Fee-in-Lieu funds and amend the Community Parks Reinvestment Program
budget for future expenditures in the Linda Heights Park budget and the
Kent Memorial Park budget. Councilmember Fincher SECONDED. The
motion PASSED 3-0.
6 Animal Control - Ordinance Amending Chapter 8.03 of the Kent City
Code
Tammy White, Assistant City Attorney reported that this item was addressed before
the committee at its July 24, 2015, meeting wherein the committee requested that
the City Attorney's Office research the leash and scoop provisions adopted by
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surrounding jurisdictions and report back with its findings. Included within the
agenda materials for the August 271h meeting was a chart that compares Kent's
proposed code provision with those provisions in effect in the cities of Auburn,
Bellevue, Everett, Renton, Federal Way, Kirkland, Vancouver, Puyallup, Issaquah,
Redmond, and Des Moines. Having reviewed the comparisons, the Parks Director
recommends the proposed ordinance be revised to provide that it is unlawful for
any person to fail to immediately remove any fecal matter deposited by an animal
in its possession on public property or on any private property not belonging to the
animal's owner, custodian, or other person having possession of the animal. Under
this proposal, the "unlawfulness" focuses on the failure to remove the fecal matter,
not its initial deposit, The prior proposal treated public and private property
differently and prohibited outright any fecal deposit on private property without the
property owner's advance permission, even if that fecal matter was immediately
removed. The ordinance includes the proposal recommended by the Parks Director
(Sec. 8.03.050), which has been highlighted for ease of reference.
Discussion followed on Leash Law penalties and Police Department's legal response
as well as engagement. There are now two different tiers of punishment for leash
law and scooping. Tammy reiterated that the code was changed because there is no
means for our Police officers to enforce animal control.
The councilmembers voiced their support of the revised code, Councilmember
Higgins asked that the Ordinance be posted on a sign at Clark Lake Park due to the
high number of violations. Councilmember Fincher asked that this information be
mailed out to residents through current city publications at no cost such as a utility
billing mailing. Watling suggested the item go under Other Business in order to
highlight the code revision with the entire city council.
Councilmember Fincher MOVED to recommend Council adopt the proposed
ordinance that amends Chapter 8.03 of the Kent City Code to enact dog
leash and waste removal provisions, to clarify enforcement may be by both
police officers and animal control officers, and to clarify that the City has
contracted with King County Animal Control for animal control, sheltering,
and licensing services within the City of Kent. Councilmember Higgins
SECONDED. The motion PASSED 3-0.
7. Kent Arts DIY (Do it Yourself) Project Update
Ronda Billerbeck, Cultural Services Manager updated the committee on recent
developments with the Kent Arts DIY (Do It Yourself) Project that is part of the
Community Project Artwork, approved in the City Art Plan. Kent Arts DIY is a
prototype project that will allow the people who live, work and play in Kent to share
their creativity with one another by uploading projects to an automated website. Art
can include cooking, textiles, multi media, or a video. It can be a "how to" video, a
poem, a movie, a song performance, or even a dance performance. Finalists were
interviewed to create the web site and Empirical User Experience from of Portland,
Oregon was awarded the contract. It should be done spring 2016.
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8. Riverbend Golf Complex - Water/Well Update
Parks Director Jeff Watling stated that the well redevelopment did not produce the
needed results. Pete Petersen, Superintendent of Riverbend Golf Complex provided
historical information, reporting that the well worked fine until the Nisqually
earthquake in 2001. After that, problems with silt and sand becoming a kind of gel
started disrupting the filter. The well was extended in 2005, but in 2009, issues
started up again and there was not enough water and pressure to irrigate the golf
course. Since 2009, Riverbend has supplemented water through fire hoses and
hydrants at a very high expense. The original engineering firm, Robinson Noble,
was hired to provide hydrogeological services with the goal of re-development. In
April, the city contracted with Hokkaido Drilling, the original drillers of the existing
well, to inspect and test the well. Two attempts were made, but not enough water
could be pulled. Based on the testing, both Robinson Noble and Hokkaido Drilling
recommend drilling a new well to meet the needs of the golf course irrigation
system. The city is currently waiting for a second opinion.
Watling explained that the next step is to contract for the well design work. The bid
award for design will be some time in October/November and then a second
contract will be issued to complete the actual drilling. Petersen remarked that, with
the newer well designs, the screens are larger to accommodate more intakes. Also,
the new well will be pumped for 16 to 19 hours per day and then closed down to
rest. The-new-well would be fully developed and functioning by April 2016.
Councilmember Higgins referenced the budgeted $400,000 in project costs. Watling
confirmed, noting there may be a budget adjustment necessary to purchase water
until the well is up and running, He commented that this project is a good return on
investment, The golf course will recoup the costs of this project in approximately
two years.
Councilmember Fincher asked about the extent of maintenance with the new well.
Petersen said, by installing a larger casing, a video camera can be mounted to view
and monitor the pump to see when it needs cleaning.
8. Director's Report
Jeff Watling highlighted some of the events and services in our parks and programs
during the summer that are enjoyed by the community.
Park Use
Tournaments - 36 (812 teams) since April.
• Lake Meridian Park swimming area - 58,000 visits from June 20 to July 31.
• Shelters and general park rentals - 1,132 reservations through August.
Kent Valley Loop Trails - new signage is 800/b installed. Very positive
responses.
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Camps,and Playa rounds
• Day Camp -10% increase in registration.
• Resident Camp -10% increase in registration.
Summer Playgrounds served nearly 8,000 visits at five sites.
• Over 20 Sports and Specialty Camps throughout the summer.
Summer Special Events and Concerts
• 4t" of July Splash - over 15,000 in attendance.
• "Wednesday Picnic Performances" at Town Square Plaza - average of 510 in
attendance per show.
• `Thursdays at the Lake" at Lake Meridian Park - an average of 650 in
attendance per show.
• Cornucopia Days 5K Run / Walk - over 550 runners and walkers.
Park Planning and Development - Green Kent Partnership
• Joint public outreach with Parks and Recreation Commission -_235 Parks_
Survey responses gathered
YES (Youth Environmental Service) Corps - A pilot program this summer. A
team of five high school students hired for a 6-week internship performing
environmental restoration/stewardship work in our parks.
Councilmember Dennis thanked Jeff and staff for delivering such strong programs
on a limited budget.
The meeting adjourned 5:47 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
roll pm'-Ofe
Teri Petrole
Kent City Council Committee Recorder
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PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
Jeff Watling, Director
Erj'[ Phone: 253-856-5100
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Fax: 253-856-6050
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
TO: Kent City Council Parks and Human Services Committee
DATE: October 22, 2015
FROM: Merina Hanson, Housing and Human Services Manager
SUBJECT: 2016 CDBG Annual Action Plan - Approve
MOTION: Move to recommend Council approve the proposed
Community Development Block Grant 2016 Annual Action Plan,
including funding allocations and contingency plans, and authorize
the Mayor to execute the appropriate certifications and agreements.
SUMMARY: The City of Kent receives Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD) as an Entitlement City. To receive this funding, the City is required to
submit a Five-Year Consolidated Plan for Housing & Community
Development. The City's Consolidated Plan is in effect from 2015-2019.
Prior to the beginning of each year of the Consolidated Plan, the City must
inform HUD and the community of the specific actions that the City will
execute to implement the objectives and strategies of the Consolidated Plan;
this is outlined in the 2016 Action Plan. The Action Plan also includes the
allocation of estimated resources that will be used to carry out the objectives
and strategies, and a description of each program that will receive funds.
The City recommended that a major portion of CDBG funds be used to
support the City's Home Repair Program. This program serves many low-
income, disabled and senior homeowners in Kent by providing needed
repairs. The program also ensures that a portion of Kent's low/moderate-
income housing stock is maintained and preserved.
Citizen Participation: On October 1, 2015, the City of Kent published a
public notice on its website and informed the community, organizations, and
stakeholders that the Draft 2016 CDBG Annual Action Plan was available for
review and comment for a period of thirty (30) days. On October 15, 2015,
the Human Services Commission held a public hearing for the purpose of
taking comments on the 2016 Annual Action Plan.
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Human Services Commission Recommendations: The Human Services
Commission reviewed and approved recommendations for CDBG funding for
2016.
EXHIBITS:
• City of Kent 2016 Annual Action Plan
• Application for Federal Assistance
• CDBG Certifications
BUDGET IMPACT: The estimate of $969,886.00 may increase or decrease
depending upon the final federal appropriations bill Congress passes.
Therefore, the recommended funding includes a contingency plan to address
any potential fund changes that may occur when Congress adopts the 2016
budget. The following budget accounts are impacted by the budget: 1300116,
1300216, B00416 and B200**.
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1 Project Name Kent Home Repair Program
Target Area
Goals Supported Affordable Housing to homeless and those at risk
Needs Addressed Affordable Housing
Funding CDBG: $530,4262
Description Capital: Low/moderate-income homeowners in Kent receive
minor and major home repairs
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of It is estimated that 80 households will be assisted. Families
families that will benefit from the assisted consist of seniors and low/moderate-income
proposed activities residents.
Location Description Throughout the city of Kent
Planned Activities Minor and major home repairs
2 Project Name Planning and Administration
Target Area
Goals Supported Planning and Administration
Needs Addressed Planning and Administration
Funding CDBG: $193,977
Description City uses funds to administer the CDBG project carried out by
the City, to monitor sub-recipients, and to deliver strategies
outlined in the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan.
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of N/A
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description City of Kent
Planned Activities Management of the CDBG Program and implementation of the
goals and strategies of the Annual Action Plan
2 The City is increasing the Home Repair Program allocation in 2016;however, 10%of the allocation may be moved
to the Energy Efficient Housing Program (Project 11) if warranted. It is permissible to move 10%between line
items without a budget amendment.
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3 Project Name Catholic Community Services-Katherine's House
Target Area
Goals Supported Affordable Housing to homeless and those at risk
Needs Addressed Affordable Housing
Funding CDBG: $11,182
Description Public Service: Sub-recipient provides shelter and case
management services to women residing in transitional
shelter
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of families One woman in recovery will benefit from transitional
that will benefit from the proposed housing (79 bed nights).
activities
Location Description Kent,WA
Planned Activities Transitional housing is provided for women in recovery.
4 Project Name Multi-Service Center-Housing Stability
Target Area
Goals Supported Basic Needs
Needs Addressed Basic Needs Services
Funding CDBG: $65,391
Description Public Service: Funding used for housing stability grants
to low-income individuals
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of families It is estimated that 44 individuals will benefit.
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description Individuals reside in rental housing located throughout
Kent
Planned Activities Public Service: Funding used for housing stability grants
to low-income individuals
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5 Project Name Refugee Women's Alliance-Case Management& Emergency
Assistance
Target Area
Goals Supported Basic Needs
Needs Addressed Basic Needs Services
Funding CDBG: $16,182
Description Public Service: Funds emergency assistance and case
management services to refugees living in Kent
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of It is estimated that eight(8) immigrant and refugee families
families that will benefit from the will benefit from this activity.
proposed activities
Location Description Individuals live throughout the city.
Planned Activities Emergency assistance grants and case management to
refugees and immigrants residing in Kent
6 Project Name Refugee Women's Alliance-Senior Meals
Target Area
Goals Supported Decrease isolation of at-risk seniors
Needs Addressed Services for at risk seniors
Funding CDBG: $11,182
Description Public Service: Project provides meals and a wellness program
to refugee seniors residing in Kent
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of This activity will benefit 24 seniors.
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description King County Housing Authority, Birch Creek Apartments,
located on Kent East Hill at 27360129th PI SE
Planned Activities Project provides socialization, nutrition and wellness services
for refugee seniors from Bhutan,Somalia and other
populations that moved to Kent over the last three to eight
years
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7 Project Name Open Doors for Multicultural Families
Target Area
Goals Supported Basic Needs
Needs Addressed Basic Needs Services
Funding CDBG: $11,182
Description This project provides case management services to
youth with intellectual disabilities and their families.
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of families This activity will benefit 22 individuals.
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description Activities will be provided in Kent
Planned Activities Case management services to youth with intellectual
disabilities and their families
8 Project Name St. Stephen Housing Association
Target Area
Goals Supported Affordable Housing to homeless and those at risk
Needs Addressed Affordable Housing
Funding CDBG: $11,182
Description Temporary housing to homeless families
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of families This activity will benefit 25 individuals and five
that will benefit from the proposed households.
activities
Location Description Transitional housing facility at 3529 S. 239th Street,
Kent, WA
Planned Activities Transitional housing for five homeless families (25
individuals)
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9 Project Name YWCA-Anita Vista Transitional Housing
Target Area
Goals Supported Affordable Housing to homeless and those at risk
Needs Addressed Affordable Housing
Funding CDBG: $19,182
Description Public Service: Project provides transitional housing to
domestic violence survivors
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of 14 families that are domestic violence survivors
families thatwill benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description Confidential location
Planned Activities Transitional housing for victims of domestic violence
and their children.
10 Project Name City of Kent-Energy Efficient Housing Program
Target Area
Goals Supported Affordable Housing to homeless and those at risk
Needs Addressed Affordable Housing
Funding CDBG: $100,000
Description Energy efficient appliances and weatherization
upgrades to decrease energy bills in Kent households
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of This project will benefit 7 households in Kent.
families thatwill benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description This is a pilot project; therefore,the City may target a
neighborhood(s) or provide this service throughout the
jurisdiction.
Planned Activities Energy efficient improvements to houses located in the
City of Kent
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AP-50 Geographic Distribution - 91.420, 91.220(f)
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and
minority concentration) where assistance will be directed
CDBG funds are distributed throughout the city. Low/moderate-income households exist in all of the
census tracts in the city.The heavier concentrations can be found on both the East and West Hill of
Kent.
Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of Funds
Table 4-Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically
Apart from its discretion in the Energy Efficient Project, the City is allocating investments throughout
Kent because poverty is concentrated in multiple areas.
Discussion
Poverty is high in pockets throughout the City (over 20%),and 52%of children in the Kent School District
qualify for free and reduced lunches. Unemployment and dependence on public assistance has forced
many households to use public services for basic needs; including food, utility assistance, rental
assistance, medical services,etc. The increased need and high volume of usage dictates the availability
of services to all low/moderate-income households in the City of Kent.
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AP-85 Other Actions - 91.420, 91.220(k)
Introduction
The City of Kent will enhance coordination by continuing to work with racial and ethnic minority
providers to develop strategies that increase collaboration and leveraging of resources.
The City of Kent will continue work to reduce the number of families in poverty through micro-
enterprise training, maintaining relationships with local training schools,encouraging business to hire
low-income residents,encouraging and supporting collaboration between employment specialists and
seeking additional funding to develop collaborative strategies to increase opportunities for low-income
residents to obtain livable wage jobs.
The City of Kent is committed to maintaining the affordable housing stock in our community. Using
CDBG funds for the Home Repair and Energy Efficient Program allows home owners to maintain their
homes and preserve housing stock.
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs
Kent is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse cities in the State of Washington-over 138
languages are spoken in the Kent School District. Consequently, the City is actively engaged with
refugee and immigrant communities and communities of color through the Kent Cultural Diversity
Initiative Group (KC-DIG) and other initiatives. The City will continue to partner with regional funders like
The Seattle Foundation, King County,and United Way of King County to increase resources and funding
to meet the needs of underserved populations.
Moreover,community engagement will continue to be an area of focus. For example,the City launched
a Community Engagement(CE) Initiative in 2015. The goals of CE are: (1) to increase civic engagement;
and (2) to increase accessibility between the City and the multicultural communities in the City. In
addition, the Human Services Commission held a retreat in 2015 to learn about the culture,strengths
and needs of the newer and Limited-English Proficient populations residing in Kent. These populations
are often disproportionally impacted by poverty and education disparities,and the City continues to
partner and collaborate with organizations and business to increase economic opportunities for these
residents and/or the low/moderate-income.
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing
The City will continue its long-term collaboration and participation on Boards, committees, funding
review teams; etc.,to foster and maintain affordable housing for the South County Region.Through sub-
regional efforts,City staff and stakeholders will engage in discussions with elected officials and Land Use
and Planning Board members about the impact that affordable housing has on the long term viability of
the community.
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Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
No actions are planned.
Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families
Actions to reduce the number of poverty level families includes maintaining relationships with local
training schools,encouraging business to hire low-income residents, and leveraging other funding
sources to increase opportunities for low-income residents to obtain livable wage jobs.
Additionally,City has joined with other jurisdictions,the University of Washington, the Brookings
Institute and other organizations to develop a regional strategy to reduce poverty.
Actions planned to develop institutional structure
No actions are planned.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social
service agencies
The City has been instrumental in developing relationships between public and private housing and
social service agencies and will continue to foster and participate in these collaborations, including the
Homeless Forum (a monthly meeting of housing and support service providers), South King Council of
Human Services,South King County Housing Development Group, and the King County Housing
Development Consortium.
Discussion
Through its many actions,the City is well-positioned to accomplish the goals outlined in the Annual
Action Plan.
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Program Specific Requirements
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements - 91.420, 91.220(1)(1,2,4)
Introduction
The City of Kent will use CDBG funds to benefit low/moderate-income residents. The full amount
allowable by regulation will be used for Public Services and Planning and Administration. The balance of
funds will be used for housing rehabilitation services and economic development. The City will not
receive program income from prior years.
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(I)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the
Projects Table.The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in
projects to be carried out.
1.The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next
program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed 0
2.The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to
address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan. 0
3.The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 0
4.The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not
been included in a prior statement or plan 0
5.The amount of income from float-funded activities 0
Total Program Income: 0
Other CDBG Requirements
1.The amount of urgent need activities 0
2.The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that benefit
persons of low and moderate income. Overall Benefit-A consecutive period of one,
two or three years may be used to determine that a minimum overall benefit of 70%
of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low and moderate income. Specify the
years covered that include this Annual Action Plan. 100.00%
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Discussion
The City will use all of its funds to benefit low/moderate-income individuals and households.
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APPLICATION FOR OMB F @vW No.0348-0043
FEDERAL ASSISTANCE 2.DATE SUBMITTED Applicant Identifier
October 20, 2015 DUNS #: 02-025-3613
1.TYPE OF SUBMISSION: 3. DATE RECEIVED BY STATE State Application Identifier
Application Preapplication
❑Construction ❑Construction 4.DATE RECEIVED BY FEDERAL AGENCY Federal Identifier
Q Non-Construction ❑ Non-Construction
5.APPLICANT INFORMATION
Legal Name: Organizational Unit:
City of Kent Parks, Recreation & Community Serv.
Address(give city, county, State,and zip code): Name and telephone number of person to be contacted on matters involvin
Ave. S this application(give area code)
220 4th
Kent, WA e. Merina Hanson, 253-856-5077
6.EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER(EIN): 7.TYPE OF APPLICANT:(enter appropriate letter in box)
�� ������� A.State H. Independent School Dist.
8.TYPE OF APPLICATION: B.County I.State Controlled Institution of Higher Learning
❑ New m Continuation ❑ Revision C. Municipal J. Private University
D.Township K. Indian Tribe
If Revision,enter appropriate letter(s)in box(es) E. Interstate L. Individual
F. Intermunicipal M. Profit Organization
A. Increase Award B. Decrease Award C. Increase Duration G.Special District N. Other(Specify)
D. Decrease Duration Other(specify):
9.NAME OF FEDERAL AGENCY:
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
10.CATALOG OF FEDERAL DOMESTIC ASSISTANCE NUMBER: 11.DESCRIPTIVE TITLE OF APPLICANT'S PROJECT:
0® [2][1]® CDBG Entitlement Grant
TITLE: CDBG Entitlement Grant
12.AREAS AFFECTED BY PROJ ECT(Cities, Counties, States, etc.):
City of Kent, King County, Washington State
13. PROPOSED PROJECT 14.CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICTS OF:
Start Date Ending Date a.Applicant b. Project
1/1/16 12/31/16 8th Congressional Disi/9th Congressional Dist. Same
15. ESTIMATED FUNDING: 16. IS APPLICATION SUBJECTTO REVIEW BYSTATE EXECUTIVE
ORDER 12372 PROCESS?
a. Federal $ 00
969,886 a.YES. THIS PREAPPLICATION/APPLICATION WAS MADE
b.Applicant $ .00 AVAILABLE TO THE STATE EXECUTIVE ORDER 12372
PROCESS FOR REVIEW ON:
c.State $ 00
DATE
d. Local $ 00
b. No. 0 PROGRAM IS NOT COVERED BY E.O. 12372
e.Other $ .00 ❑OR PROGRAM HAS NOT BEEN SELECTED BY STATE
FOR REVIEW
f. Program Income $ 00
17. IS THE APPLICANT DELINQUENT ON ANY FEDERAL DEBT?
g.TOTAL $ 00
969,886 E]Yes If"Yes,"attach an explanation. ® No
18.TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF,ALL DATA IN THIS APPLICATION/PREAPPLICATION ARE TRUE AND CORRECT,THE
DOCUMENT HAS BEEN DULY AUTHORIZED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE APPLICANT AND THE APPLICANT WILL COMPLY WITH THE
ATTACHED ASSURANCES IF THE ASSISTANCE IS AWARDED.
a.Type Name of Authorized Representative b. Title c. Telephone Number
Suzette Cooke Mayor (253)856-5700
d.Signature of Authorized Representative e. Date Signed
Previous Edition Usable Standard Form 424(Rev.7-97)
Authorized for Local Reproduction Prescribed by OMB Circular A-102
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2016 CONSOLIDATED PLAN CERTIFICATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
In accordance with statutes and the regulations governing Consolidated Plan
regulations, the City of Kent certifies that:
Affirmatively Further Fair Housing — The City of Kent will affirmatively further
fair housing, conducting an analysis of impediments to fair housing choice within
the jurisdiction, developing strategies and taking appropriate actions to overcome
the effects of any impediments identified through the analysis, and maintaining
records reflecting the analysis and actions taken to further the strategies and
actions.
Anti-displacement and Relocation Plan — The City of Kent will comply with the
acquisition and relocation requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and
Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, as amended, and implementing
regulations at 49 CFR 24; and it has in effect and is following a residential anti-
displacement and relocation assistance plan required under section 104(d) of the
Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, in connection with
any activity assisted with funding under the CDBG or HOME programs.
Drug Free Workplace — The City of Kent will continue to provide a drug-free
workplace in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 (41 USC 701)
by:
1. Publishing a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture,
distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is
prohibited in the grantee's workplace and specifying the actions that will be
taken against employees for violation of such prohibition;
2. Maintaining an ongoing drug-free awareness to inform employees about:
(a) The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace;
(b) The grantee's policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace.
(c) Available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance
programs; and
(d) The penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse
violations occurring in the workplace;
3. Establishing a policy that each employee to be engaged in the performance
of the grant be given a copy of the statement required by paragraph 1;
4. Notifying each employee in the statement required by paragraph 1 that, as a
condition of employment under the grant, the employee will:
(a) Abide by the terms of the statement; and
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(b) Notify the employer in writing of his or her conviction for a violation of
a criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace no later than five
calendar days after such conviction;
5. Notifying HUD in writing, within ten calendar days after receiving notice
under subparagraph 4(b) from an employee or otherwise receiving actual
notice of such conviction. Employers of convicted employees must provide
notice, including position title, to every grant officer or other designee on
whose grant activity the convicted employee was working, unless the Federal
agency has designated a central point for the receipt of such notices. Notice
shall include the identification number(s) of each affected grant.
6. Taking one of the following actions, within 30 calendar days of receiving
notice under subparagraph 4(b), with respect to any employee who is so
convicted:
(a) Taking appropriate personnel action against such an employee, up to
and including termination, consistent with the requirements of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; or
(b) Requiring such employee to participate satisfactorily in a drug abuse
assistance or rehabilitation program approved for such purposes by a
Federal, State, or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate
agency;
7. Making a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug-free workplace
through implementation of paragraphs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
8. Providing the street address, city, county, state and zip code for the site or
sites where the performance of work in connection with the grant will take
place. For functions carried out by employees in several departments or
offices, more than one location will be specified. It is further recognized that
sites may be added or changed during the course of grant-funded activities.
The City of Kent will advise the HUD Field Office by submitting a revised
Place of Performance form. The City of Kent recognizes that the period
covered by this certification extends until all funds under the specific grant
have been expended.
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Anti-Lobbying — To the best of the City of Kent's knowledge and belief:
1. No Federally appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on
behalf of it, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer
or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of
Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the
awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the
making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement,
and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any
Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement;
2. If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be
paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or
employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of
Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this
Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, it will complete and
submit Standard Form-LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in
accordance with its instructions; and
3. It will require that the language of paragraph 1 and 2 of this anti-lobbying
certification be included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers
(including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans, and
cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose
accordingly.
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Authority of Jurisdiction — The Consolidated Plan is authorized under State and
local law (as applicable) and the City of Kent possesses the legal authority to carry
out the programs for which it is seeking funding, in accordance with applicable HUD
regulations.
Consistency with plan — The housing activities to be undertaken with CDBG,
HOME, ESG, and HOPWA funds are consistent with the strategic plan.
Section 3 — It will comply with Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development
Act of 1968, and implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 135.
Signature/Authorized Official Date
Mayor Suzette Cooke
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Kent Law Department
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Specific CDBG Certifications
The City of Kent, as an Entitlement Community, certifies that:
Citizen Participation — It is in full compliance and following a detailed citizen
participation plan that satisfies the requirements of 24 CFR 91.105.
Community Development Plan — Its consolidated housing and community
development plan identifies community development and housing needs and
specifies both short-term and long-term community development objectives that
that have been developed in accordance with the primary objective of the statute
authorizing the CDBG program, as described in 24 CFR 570.2 and 24 CFR, Part 570.
Following the Consolidated Plan — It will follow the five year-Consolidated Plan
as approved by HUD.
Use of Funds — It has complied with the following criteria:
1. Maximum Feasible Priority. With respect to activities expected to be assisted
with CDBG funds, the City of Kent certifies that it has developed its Action
Plan so as to give maximum feasible priority to activities which benefit low
and moderate income families or aid in the prevention or elimination of slums
or blight. The Action Plan may also include activities which the grantee
certifies are designed to meet other community development needs having a
particular urgency because existing conditions pose a serious and immediate
threat to the health or welfare of the community, and other financial
resources are not available to meet such needs;
2. Overall Benefit. The aggregate use of CDBG funds including section 108
guaranteed loans during program year 2016 shall principally benefit persons
of low and moderate income in a manner that ensures that at least 70
percent of the amount is expended for activities that benefit such persons
during the designated period;
3. Special Assessments. The City of Kent will not attempt to recover any capital
costs of public improvements assisted with CDBG funds including Section 108
loan guaranteed funds by assessing any amount against properties owned
and occupied by persons of low and moderate income, including any fee
charged or assessment made as a condition of obtaining access to such
public improvements. However, if CDBG funds are used to pay the proportion
of a fee or assessment that relates to the capital costs of public
improvements (assisted in part with CDBG funds) financed from other
revenue sources, an assessment or charge may be made against the
property with respect to the public improvements financed by a source other
than CDBG funds. Also, in the case of properties owned and occupied by
moderate-income (but not low-income) families, an assessment or charge
may be made against the property for public improvements financed by a
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source other than CDBG funds if the jurisdiction certifies that it lacks CDBG
funds to cover the assessment
Excessive Force — It has adopted and is enforcing:
1. A policy prohibiting the use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies
within its jurisdiction against any individuals engaged in non-violent civil
rights demonstrations; and
2. A policy of enforcing applicable State and local laws against physically barring
entrance to or exit from a facility or location which is the subject of such non-
violent civil rights demonstrations within its jurisdiction;
Compliance With Anti-discrimination laws — The grant will be conducted and
administered in conformity with title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 USC
2000d), the Fair Housing Act (42 USC 3601-3619), and implementing regulations.
Lead-Based Paint — The City of Kent's notification, inspection, testing and
abatement procedures concerning lead-based paint will comply with the
requirements of 24 CFR 570.608;
Compliance with Laws — It will comply with applicable laws.
Signature/Authorized Official Date
Mayor Suzette Cooke
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Kent Law Department
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APPENDIX TO CERTIFICATIONS
INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING LOBBYING AND DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
REQUIREMENTS:
A. Lobbying Certification
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was
placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this
certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction
imposed by section 1352, title 31, U.S. Code. Any person who fails to file the
required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than
$10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.
B. Drug-Free Workplace Certification
1. By signing and/or submitting this application or grant
agreement, the City of Kent is providing the certification.
2. The certification is a material representation of fact upon which
reliance is placed when the agency awards the grant. If it is
later determined that the grantee knowingly rendered a false
certification, or otherwise violates the requirements of the Drug-
Free Workplace Act, HUD, in addition to any other remedies
available to the Federal Government, may take action
authorized under the Drug-Free Workplace Act.
3. Workplaces under grants, for grantees other than
individuals, need not be identified on the certification. If
known, they may be identified in the grant application. If
the grantee does not identify the workplaces at the time
of application, or upon award, if there is no application,
the grantee must keep the identity of the workplace(s) on
file in its office and make the information available for
Federal inspection. Failure to identify all known
workplaces constitutes a violation of the grantee's drug-
free workplace requirements.
4. Workplace identifications must include the actual address
of buildings (or parts of buildings) or other sites where
work under the grant takes place. Categorical
descriptions may be used (e.g., all vehicles of a mass
transit authority or State highway department while in
operation, State employees in each local unemployment
office, performers in concert halls or radio stations).
5. If the workplace identified to the agency changes during
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the performance of the grant, the grantee shall inform the
HUD of the change(s), if it previously identified the
workplaces in question (see paragraph three).
6. The grantee may insert in the space provided below the
site(s) for the performance of work done in connection
with the specific grant:
Place of Performance (Street address, city, county, state, zip code)
City of Kent
220 4th Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032
Check if there are workplaces on file that are not identified here.
The certification with regard to the drug-free workplace is required by 24 CFR, Part
24, Subpart F.
7. Definitions of terms in the Non-procurement Suspension and
Debarment common rule and Drug-Free Workplace common
rule apply to this certification. Grantees' attention is called, in
particular, to the following definitions from these rules:
"Controlled substance" means a controlled substance in Schedules I
through V of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 812) and as
further defined by regulation (21 CFR 1308.11 through 1308.15);
"Conviction" means a finding of guilt (including a plea of nolo
contendre) or imposition of sentence, or both, by any judicial body
charged with the responsibility to determine violations of the Federal
or State criminal drug statutes;
"Criminal drug statute" means a Federal or non-Federal criminal
statute involving the manufacture, distribution, dispensing, use, or
possession of any controlled substance;
"Employee" means the employee of a grantee directly engaged in the
performance of work under a grant, including: (I) All "direct charge"
employees; (ii) all "indirect charge" employees unless their impact or
involvement is insignificant to the performance of the grant; and (iii)
temporary personnel and consultants who are directly engaged in the
performance of work under the grant and who are on the grantee's
payroll. This definition does not include workers not on the payroll of
the grantee (e.g., volunteers, even if used to meet a matching
requirement; consultants or independent contractors not on the
grantee's payroll; or employees of subrecipients or subcontractors in
covered workplaces).
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PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
Jeff Watling, Director
ON-Tr Phone: 253-856-5100
Fax: 253-856-6050
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
TO: Kent City Council Parks and Human Services Committee
DATE: October 22, 2015
FROM: Hope Gibson, Manager of Parks Planning and Development
SUBJECT: 2015 Third Quarter Fee-in-Lieu Funds
MOTION: Move to recommend accepting the $46,350.00 for Fee-in-Lieu
funds and amend the Community Parks Reinvestment Program budget for
future expenditures in the Linda Heights Park budget.
SUMMARY: Between July and September 2015 the City of Kent received a total of
$46,350 from the following developer who voluntarily paid a fee in lieu of
dedicating park land to mitigate the development of single family homes in a local
subdivision. The funds will be used at the park location noted below.
John Baringer: $46,350 at Linda Heights Park
EXHIBITS: Copy of Revenue Report
BUDGET IMPACT: Revenue and expense impact of $46,350 to Linda Heights Park
budget
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PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
v Jeff Watling, Director
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Fax: 253-856-6050
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
TO: Kent City Council Parks and Human Services Committee
DATE: October 22, 2015
FROM: Annie Saurwein, Chair of the Parks and Recreation Commission
Jeff Watling, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services
SUBJECT: Parks and Recreation Commission Update
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MOTION: None, informational
SUMMARY: The sixteen member Parks and Recreation Commission has been
meeting monthly since January of this year. Commission Chair Annie Saurwein will
join Parks Director Jeff Watling in providing an update on what the commission has
been doing and what major items are on their work plan for 2016.
EXHIBITS: N/A
BUDGET IMPACT: N/A
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PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
Jeff Watling, Director
® Phone: 253-856-5100
KEN-Tr xeat?P Fax: 253-856-6050
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
TO: Kent City Council Parks and Human Services Committee
DATE: October 22, 2015
FROM: Pete Petersen, Superintendent of Riverbend Golf Complex
Jeff Watling, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services
SUBJECT: Riverbend Golf Complex Update
MOTION: None, informational
SUMMARY: Pete Petersen, Riverbend Golf Complex Superintendent and Parks
Director Jeff Watling will provide an update on the golf complex operations, as well
as major projects currently underway.
EXHIBITS: N/A
BUDGET IMPACT: N/A
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PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
° Jeff Watling, Director
eam�" Phone: 253-856-5100
Fax: 253-856-6050
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S,
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
TO: Kent City Council Parks and Human Services Committee
DATE: October 22, 2015
FROM: Jeff Watling, Director of Parks, Recreation & Community Services
SUBJECT: Director's Report
MOTION: None, informational
SUMMARY: Jeff Watling, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services,
will inform the committee of noteworthy information and upcoming events.
EXHIBITS: N/A
BUDGET IMPACT: N/A
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Parks & Human Services Committee Agenda
Councilmembers: Brenda Fincher - Dennis Higgins - Deborah Ranniger, Chair
October 22, 2015
5:00 P.M.
Item Description Action Speaker Time Page
1. Call to order Chair Ranniger 01
2. Roll Call Chair Ranniger 01
3. Changes to the Agenda Chair Ranniger 01 -
4. Approval of Minutes, dated August 27, YES Chair Ranniger 01 01
2015
5. 2016 CDBG Annual Action Plan YES Dinah Wilson 05 05
6. Fee-in-Lieu Funds YES Hope Gibson 05 35
7. Parks and Recreation Commission Update NO Jeff Watling / 15 39
Annie Saurwein
8. Riverbend Golf Complex Update NO Jeff Watling / 15 41
Pete Petersen
9. Director's Report NO Jeff Watling 10 43
Unless otherwise noted, the Parks and Human Services Committee meets at 5 p.m. on the fourth
Thursday of each month in Kent City Hall, Council Chambers East, 220 4ch Ave S, Kent, 98032.
For additional information please contact Teri Petrole at 253-856-5101 or via email at
Wet role Cabkentwa.gov.
Any person requiring a disability accommodation should contact the City Clerk's Office at
253-856-5725 in advance. For TDD relay service call Washington Telecommunications
Relay Service at 1-800-833-6388.
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Parks and Human Services Committee Meeting Minutes
Council members: Brenda Fincher • Dennis Higgins • Deborah Ranniger, Chair
Director Jeff Watling
August 27, 2015 - 5:00 p.m.
1. Call to Order: Committee Chair Debbie Ranniger called the meeting to order at
5:00 p.m.
2. Roll Call: Councilmembers Debbie Ranniger, Dennis Higgins and Brenda Fincher
were in attendance.
3. Changes to Agenda: Revisions to original Animal Services Ordinance (Sec.
8.03.050),
4. Approval of Minutes: Councilmember Fincher MOVED to approve the
minutes dated June 25, 2015. Councilmember Higgins SECONDED. The
motion PASSED 3-0.
S. 2015 Second Quarter Fee-in-Lieu Funds
Hope Gibson, Manager of Parks Planning and Development reported that between
April and June 2015 the City of Kent received a total of $28,500 from two
developers who voluntarily paid fees in lieu of dedicating park land to mitigate the
development of single family homes in local subdivisions. The funds will be used at
the park locations as noted below.
• Developer Asili Ahmad: $8,625 at Linda Heights Park
• Developer Wayne Jones: $19,875 at Kent Memorial Park
Both park renovations will be scheduled next year.
Councilmember Higgins MOVED to recommend accepting the $28,500 for
Fee-in-Lieu funds and amend the Community Parks Reinvestment Program
budget for future expenditures in the Linda Heights Park budget and the
Kent Memorial Park budget. Councilmember Fincher SECONDED. The
motion PASSED 3-0.
6 Animal Control - Ordinance Amending Chapter 8.03 of the Kent City
Code
Tammy White, Assistant City Attorney reported that this item was addressed before
the committee at its July 24, 2015, meeting wherein the committee requested that
the City Attorney's Office research the leash and scoop provisions adopted by
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surrounding jurisdictions and report back with its findings. Included within the
agenda materials for the August 271h meeting was a chart that compares Kent's
proposed code provision with those provisions in effect in the cities of Auburn,
Bellevue, Everett, Renton, Federal Way, Kirkland, Vancouver, Puyallup, Issaquah,
Redmond, and Des Moines. Having reviewed the comparisons, the Parks Director
recommends the proposed ordinance be revised to provide that it is unlawful for
any person to fail to immediately remove any fecal matter deposited by an animal
in its possession on public property or on any private property not belonging to the
animal's owner, custodian, or other person having possession of the animal. Under
this proposal, the "unlawfulness" focuses on the failure to remove the fecal matter,
not its initial deposit, The prior proposal treated public and private property
differently and prohibited outright any fecal deposit on private property without the
property owner's advance permission, even if that fecal matter was immediately
removed. The ordinance includes the proposal recommended by the Parks Director
(Sec. 8.03.050), which has been highlighted for ease of reference.
Discussion followed on Leash Law penalties and Police Department's legal response
as well as engagement. There are now two different tiers of punishment for leash
law and scooping. Tammy reiterated that the code was changed because there is no
means for our Police officers to enforce animal control.
The councilmembers voiced their support of the revised code, Councilmember
Higgins asked that the Ordinance be posted on a sign at Clark Lake Park due to the
high number of violations. Councilmember Fincher asked that this information be
mailed out to residents through current city publications at no cost such as a utility
billing mailing. Watling suggested the item go under Other Business in order to
highlight the code revision with the entire city council.
Councilmember Fincher MOVED to recommend Council adopt the proposed
ordinance that amends Chapter 8.03 of the Kent City Code to enact dog
leash and waste removal provisions, to clarify enforcement may be by both
police officers and animal control officers, and to clarify that the City has
contracted with King County Animal Control for animal control, sheltering,
and licensing services within the City of Kent. Councilmember Higgins
SECONDED. The motion PASSED 3-0.
7. Kent Arts DIY (Do it Yourself) Project Update
Ronda Billerbeck, Cultural Services Manager updated the committee on recent
developments with the Kent Arts DIY (Do It Yourself) Project that is part of the
Community Project Artwork, approved in the City Art Plan. Kent Arts DIY is a
prototype project that will allow the people who live, work and play in Kent to share
their creativity with one another by uploading projects to an automated website. Art
can include cooking, textiles, multi media, or a video. It can be a "how to" video, a
poem, a movie, a song performance, or even a dance performance. Finalists were
interviewed to create the web site and Empirical User Experience from of Portland,
Oregon was awarded the contract. It should be done spring 2016.
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8. Riverbend Golf Complex - Water/Well Update
Parks Director Jeff Watling stated that the well redevelopment did not produce the
needed results. Pete Petersen, Superintendent of Riverbend Golf Complex provided
historical information, reporting that the well worked fine until the Nisqually
earthquake in 2001. After that, problems with silt and sand becoming a kind of gel
started disrupting the filter. The well was extended in 2005, but in 2009, issues
started up again and there was not enough water and pressure to irrigate the golf
course. Since 2009, Riverbend has supplemented water through fire hoses and
hydrants at a very high expense. The original engineering firm, Robinson Noble,
was hired to provide hydrogeological services with the goal of re-development. In
April, the city contracted with Hokkaido Drilling, the original drillers of the existing
well, to inspect and test the well. Two attempts were made, but not enough water
could be pulled. Based on the testing, both Robinson Noble and Hokkaido Drilling
recommend drilling a new well to meet the needs of the golf course irrigation
system. The city is currently waiting for a second opinion.
Watling explained that the next step is to contract for the well design work. The bid
award for design will be some time in October/November and then a second
contract will be issued to complete the actual drilling. Petersen remarked that, with
the newer well designs, the screens are larger to accommodate more intakes. Also,
the new well will be pumped for 16 to 19 hours per day and then closed down to
rest. The-new-well would be fully developed and functioning by April 2016.
Councilmember Higgins referenced the budgeted $400,000 in project costs. Watling
confirmed, noting there may be a budget adjustment necessary to purchase water
until the well is up and running, He commented that this project is a good return on
investment, The golf course will recoup the costs of this project in approximately
two years.
Councilmember Fincher asked about the extent of maintenance with the new well.
Petersen said, by installing a larger casing, a video camera can be mounted to view
and monitor the pump to see when it needs cleaning.
8. Director's Report
Jeff Watling highlighted some of the events and services in our parks and programs
during the summer that are enjoyed by the community.
Park Use
Tournaments - 36 (812 teams) since April.
• Lake Meridian Park swimming area - 58,000 visits from June 20 to July 31.
• Shelters and general park rentals - 1,132 reservations through August.
Kent Valley Loop Trails - new signage is 800/b installed. Very positive
responses.
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Camps,and Playa rounds
• Day Camp -10% increase in registration.
• Resident Camp -10% increase in registration.
Summer Playgrounds served nearly 8,000 visits at five sites.
• Over 20 Sports and Specialty Camps throughout the summer.
Summer Special Events and Concerts
• 4t" of July Splash - over 15,000 in attendance.
• "Wednesday Picnic Performances" at Town Square Plaza - average of 510 in
attendance per show.
• `Thursdays at the Lake" at Lake Meridian Park - an average of 650 in
attendance per show.
• Cornucopia Days 5K Run / Walk - over 550 runners and walkers.
Park Planning and Development - Green Kent Partnership
• Joint public outreach with Parks and Recreation Commission -_235 Parks_
Survey responses gathered
YES (Youth Environmental Service) Corps - A pilot program this summer. A
team of five high school students hired for a 6-week internship performing
environmental restoration/stewardship work in our parks.
Councilmember Dennis thanked Jeff and staff for delivering such strong programs
on a limited budget.
The meeting adjourned 5:47 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Teri Petrole
Kent City Council Committee Recorder
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PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
Jeff Watling, Director
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Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
TO: Kent City Council Parks and Human Services Committee
DATE: October 22, 2015
FROM: Merina Hanson, Housing and Human Services Manager
SUBJECT: 2016 CDBG Annual Action Plan - Approve
MOTION: Move to recommend Council approve the proposed
Community Development Block Grant 2016 Annual Action Plan,
including funding allocations and contingency plans, and authorize
the Mayor to execute the appropriate certifications and agreements.
SUMMARY: The City of Kent receives Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD) as an Entitlement City. To receive this funding, the City is required to
submit a Five-Year Consolidated Plan for Housing & Community
Development. The City's Consolidated Plan is in effect from 2015-2019.
Prior to the beginning of each year of the Consolidated Plan, the City must
inform HUD and the community of the specific actions that the City will
execute to implement the objectives and strategies of the Consolidated Plan;
this is outlined in the 2016 Action Plan. The Action Plan also includes the
allocation of estimated resources that will be used to carry out the objectives
and strategies, and a description of each program that will receive funds.
The City recommended that a major portion of CDBG funds be used to
support the City's Home Repair Program. This program serves many low-
income, disabled and senior homeowners in Kent by providing needed
repairs. The program also ensures that a portion of Kent's low/moderate-
income housing stock is maintained and preserved.
Citizen Participation: On October 1, 2015, the City of Kent published a
public notice on its website and informed the community, organizations, and
stakeholders that the Draft 2016 CDBG Annual Action Plan was available for
review and comment for a period of thirty (30) days. On October 15, 2015,
the Human Services Commission held a public hearing for the purpose of
taking comments on the 2016 Annual Action Plan.
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Human Services Commission Recommendations: The Human Services
Commission reviewed and approved recommendations for CDBG funding for
2016.
EXHIBITS:
• City of Kent 2016 Annual Action Plan
• Application for Federal Assistance
• CDBG Certifications
BUDGET IMPACT: The estimate of $969,886.00 may increase or decrease
depending upon the final federal appropriations bill Congress passes.
Therefore, the recommended funding includes a contingency plan to address
any potential fund changes that may occur when Congress adopts the 2016
budget. The following budget accounts are impacted by the budget: 1300116,
1300216, B00416 and B200**.
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1 Project Name Kent Home Repair Program
Target Area
Goals Supported Affordable Housing to homeless and those at risk
Needs Addressed Affordable Housing
Funding CDBG: $530,4262
Description Capital: Low/moderate-income homeowners in Kent receive
minor and major home repairs
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of It is estimated that 80 households will be assisted. Families
families that will benefit from the assisted consist of seniors and low/moderate-income
proposed activities residents.
Location Description Throughout the city of Kent
Planned Activities Minor and major home repairs
2 Project Name Planning and Administration
Target Area
Goals Supported Planning and Administration
Needs Addressed Planning and Administration
Funding CDBG: $193,977
Description City uses funds to administer the CDBG project carried out by
the City, to monitor sub-recipients, and to deliver strategies
outlined in the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan.
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of N/A
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description City of Kent
Planned Activities Management of the CDBG Program and implementation of the
goals and strategies of the Annual Action Plan
2 The City is increasing the Home Repair Program allocation in 2016;however, 10%of the allocation may be moved
to the Energy Efficient Housing Program (Project 11) if warranted. It is permissible to move 10%between line
items without a budget amendment.
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3 Project Name Catholic Community Services-Katherine's House
Target Area
Goals Supported Affordable Housing to homeless and those at risk
Needs Addressed Affordable Housing
Funding CDBG: $11,182
Description Public Service: Sub-recipient provides shelter and case
management services to women residing in transitional
shelter
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of families One woman in recovery will benefit from transitional
that will benefit from the proposed housing (79 bed nights).
activities
Location Description Kent,WA
Planned Activities Transitional housing is provided for women in recovery.
4 Project Name Multi-Service Center-Housing Stability
Target Area
Goals Supported Basic Needs
Needs Addressed Basic Needs Services
Funding CDBG: $65,391
Description Public Service: Funding used for housing stability grants
to low-income individuals
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of families It is estimated that 44 individuals will benefit.
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description Individuals reside in rental housing located throughout
Kent
Planned Activities Public Service: Funding used for housing stability grants
to low-income individuals
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5 Project Name Refugee Women's Alliance-Case Management& Emergency
Assistance
Target Area
Goals Supported Basic Needs
Needs Addressed Basic Needs Services
Funding CDBG: $16,182
Description Public Service: Funds emergency assistance and case
management services to refugees living in Kent
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of It is estimated that eight(8) immigrant and refugee families
families that will benefit from the will benefit from this activity.
proposed activities
Location Description Individuals live throughout the city.
Planned Activities Emergency assistance grants and case management to
refugees and immigrants residing in Kent
6 Project Name Refugee Women's Alliance-Senior Meals
Target Area
Goals Supported Decrease isolation of at-risk seniors
Needs Addressed Services for at risk seniors
Funding CDBG: $11,182
Description Public Service: Project provides meals and a wellness program
to refugee seniors residing in Kent
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of This activity will benefit 24 seniors.
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description King County Housing Authority, Birch Creek Apartments,
located on Kent East Hill at 27360129th PI SE
Planned Activities Project provides socialization, nutrition and wellness services
for refugee seniors from Bhutan,Somalia and other
populations that moved to Kent over the last three to eight
years
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7 Project Name Open Doors for Multicultural Families
Target Area
Goals Supported Basic Needs
Needs Addressed Basic Needs Services
Funding CDBG: $11,182
Description This project provides case management services to
youth with intellectual disabilities and their families.
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of families This activity will benefit 22 individuals.
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description Activities will be provided in Kent
Planned Activities Case management services to youth with intellectual
disabilities and their families
8 Project Name St. Stephen Housing Association
Target Area
Goals Supported Affordable Housing to homeless and those at risk
Needs Addressed Affordable Housing
Funding CDBG: $11,182
Description Temporary housing to homeless families
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of families This activity will benefit 25 individuals and five
that will benefit from the proposed households.
activities
Location Description Transitional housing facility at 3529 S. 239th Street,
Kent, WA
Planned Activities Transitional housing for five homeless families (25
individuals)
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9 Project Name YWCA-Anita Vista Transitional Housing
Target Area
Goals Supported Affordable Housing to homeless and those at risk
Needs Addressed Affordable Housing
Funding CDBG: $19,182
Description Public Service: Project provides transitional housing to
domestic violence survivors
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of 14 families that are domestic violence survivors
families thatwill benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description Confidential location
Planned Activities Transitional housing for victims of domestic violence
and their children.
10 Project Name City of Kent-Energy Efficient Housing Program
Target Area
Goals Supported Affordable Housing to homeless and those at risk
Needs Addressed Affordable Housing
Funding CDBG: $100,000
Description Energy efficient appliances and weatherization
upgrades to decrease energy bills in Kent households
Target Date 12/31/2016
Estimate the number and type of This project will benefit 7 households in Kent.
families thatwill benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description This is a pilot project; therefore,the City may target a
neighborhood(s) or provide this service throughout the
jurisdiction.
Planned Activities Energy efficient improvements to houses located in the
City of Kent
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AP-50 Geographic Distribution - 91.420, 91.220(f)
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and
minority concentration) where assistance will be directed
CDBG funds are distributed throughout the city. Low/moderate-income households exist in all of the
census tracts in the city.The heavier concentrations can be found on both the East and West Hill of
Kent.
Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of Funds
Table 4-Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically
Apart from its discretion in the Energy Efficient Project, the City is allocating investments throughout
Kent because poverty is concentrated in multiple areas.
Discussion
Poverty is high in pockets throughout the City (over 20%),and 52%of children in the Kent School District
qualify for free and reduced lunches. Unemployment and dependence on public assistance has forced
many households to use public services for basic needs; including food, utility assistance, rental
assistance, medical services,etc. The increased need and high volume of usage dictates the availability
of services to all low/moderate-income households in the City of Kent.
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AP-85 Other Actions - 91.420, 91.220(k)
Introduction
The City of Kent will enhance coordination by continuing to work with racial and ethnic minority
providers to develop strategies that increase collaboration and leveraging of resources.
The City of Kent will continue work to reduce the number of families in poverty through micro-
enterprise training, maintaining relationships with local training schools,encouraging business to hire
low-income residents,encouraging and supporting collaboration between employment specialists and
seeking additional funding to develop collaborative strategies to increase opportunities for low-income
residents to obtain livable wage jobs.
The City of Kent is committed to maintaining the affordable housing stock in our community. Using
CDBG funds for the Home Repair and Energy Efficient Program allows home owners to maintain their
homes and preserve housing stock.
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs
Kent is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse cities in the State of Washington-over 138
languages are spoken in the Kent School District. Consequently, the City is actively engaged with
refugee and immigrant communities and communities of color through the Kent Cultural Diversity
Initiative Group (KC-DIG) and other initiatives. The City will continue to partner with regional funders like
The Seattle Foundation, King County,and United Way of King County to increase resources and funding
to meet the needs of underserved populations.
Moreover,community engagement will continue to be an area of focus. For example,the City launched
a Community Engagement(CE) Initiative in 2015. The goals of CE are: (1) to increase civic engagement;
and (2) to increase accessibility between the City and the multicultural communities in the City. In
addition, the Human Services Commission held a retreat in 2015 to learn about the culture,strengths
and needs of the newer and Limited-English Proficient populations residing in Kent. These populations
are often disproportionally impacted by poverty and education disparities,and the City continues to
partner and collaborate with organizations and business to increase economic opportunities for these
residents and/or the low/moderate-income.
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing
The City will continue its long-term collaboration and participation on Boards, committees, funding
review teams; etc.,to foster and maintain affordable housing for the South County Region.Through sub-
regional efforts,City staff and stakeholders will engage in discussions with elected officials and Land Use
and Planning Board members about the impact that affordable housing has on the long term viability of
the community.
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Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
No actions are planned.
Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families
Actions to reduce the number of poverty level families includes maintaining relationships with local
training schools,encouraging business to hire low-income residents, and leveraging other funding
sources to increase opportunities for low-income residents to obtain livable wage jobs.
Additionally,City has joined with other jurisdictions,the University of Washington, the Brookings
Institute and other organizations to develop a regional strategy to reduce poverty.
Actions planned to develop institutional structure
No actions are planned.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social
service agencies
The City has been instrumental in developing relationships between public and private housing and
social service agencies and will continue to foster and participate in these collaborations, including the
Homeless Forum (a monthly meeting of housing and support service providers), South King Council of
Human Services,South King County Housing Development Group, and the King County Housing
Development Consortium.
Discussion
Through its many actions,the City is well-positioned to accomplish the goals outlined in the Annual
Action Plan.
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Program Specific Requirements
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements - 91.420, 91.220(1)(1,2,4)
Introduction
The City of Kent will use CDBG funds to benefit low/moderate-income residents. The full amount
allowable by regulation will be used for Public Services and Planning and Administration. The balance of
funds will be used for housing rehabilitation services and economic development. The City will not
receive program income from prior years.
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(I)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the
Projects Table.The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in
projects to be carried out.
1.The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next
program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed 0
2.The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to
address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan. 0
3.The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 0
4.The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not
been included in a prior statement or plan 0
5.The amount of income from float-funded activities 0
Total Program Income: 0
Other CDBG Requirements
1.The amount of urgent need activities 0
2.The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that benefit
persons of low and moderate income. Overall Benefit-A consecutive period of one,
two or three years may be used to determine that a minimum overall benefit of 70%
of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low and moderate income. Specify the
years covered that include this Annual Action Plan. 100.00%
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Discussion
The City will use all of its funds to benefit low/moderate-income individuals and households.
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APPLICATION FOR OMB F @vW No.0348-0043
FEDERAL ASSISTANCE 2.DATE SUBMITTED Applicant Identifier
October 20, 2015 DUNS #: 02-025-3613
1.TYPE OF SUBMISSION: 3. DATE RECEIVED BY STATE State Application Identifier
Application Preapplication
❑Construction ❑Construction 4.DATE RECEIVED BY FEDERAL AGENCY Federal Identifier
Q Non-Construction ❑ Non-Construction
5.APPLICANT INFORMATION
Legal Name: Organizational Unit:
City of Kent Parks, Recreation & Community Serv.
Address(give city, county, State,and zip code): Name and telephone number of person to be contacted on matters involvin
Ave. S this application(give area code)
220 4th
Kent, WA e. Merina Hanson, 253-856-5077
6.EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER(EIN): 7.TYPE OF APPLICANT:(enter appropriate letter in box)
�� ������� A.State H. Independent School Dist.
8.TYPE OF APPLICATION: B.County I.State Controlled Institution of Higher Learning
❑ New m Continuation ❑ Revision C. Municipal J. Private University
D.Township K. Indian Tribe
If Revision,enter appropriate letter(s)in box(es) E. Interstate L. Individual
F. Intermunicipal M. Profit Organization
A. Increase Award B. Decrease Award C. Increase Duration G.Special District N. Other(Specify)
D. Decrease Duration Other(specify):
9.NAME OF FEDERAL AGENCY:
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
10.CATALOG OF FEDERAL DOMESTIC ASSISTANCE NUMBER: 11.DESCRIPTIVE TITLE OF APPLICANT'S PROJECT:
0® [2][1]® CDBG Entitlement Grant
TITLE: CDBG Entitlement Grant
12.AREAS AFFECTED BY PROJ ECT(Cities, Counties, States, etc.):
City of Kent, King County, Washington State
13. PROPOSED PROJECT 14.CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICTS OF:
Start Date Ending Date a.Applicant b. Project
1/1/16 12/31/16 8th Congressional Disi/9th Congressional Dist. Same
15. ESTIMATED FUNDING: 16. IS APPLICATION SUBJECTTO REVIEW BYSTATE EXECUTIVE
ORDER 12372 PROCESS?
a. Federal $ 00
969,886 a.YES. THIS PREAPPLICATION/APPLICATION WAS MADE
b.Applicant $ .00 AVAILABLE TO THE STATE EXECUTIVE ORDER 12372
PROCESS FOR REVIEW ON:
c.State $ 00
DATE
d. Local $ 00
b. No. 0 PROGRAM IS NOT COVERED BY E.O. 12372
e.Other $ .00 ❑OR PROGRAM HAS NOT BEEN SELECTED BY STATE
FOR REVIEW
f. Program Income $ 00
17. IS THE APPLICANT DELINQUENT ON ANY FEDERAL DEBT?
g.TOTAL $ 00
969,886 E]Yes If"Yes,"attach an explanation. ® No
18.TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF,ALL DATA IN THIS APPLICATION/PREAPPLICATION ARE TRUE AND CORRECT,THE
DOCUMENT HAS BEEN DULY AUTHORIZED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE APPLICANT AND THE APPLICANT WILL COMPLY WITH THE
ATTACHED ASSURANCES IF THE ASSISTANCE IS AWARDED.
a.Type Name of Authorized Representative b. Title c. Telephone Number
Suzette Cooke Mayor (253)856-5700
d.Signature of Authorized Representative e. Date Signed
Previous Edition Usable Standard Form 424(Rev.7-97)
Authorized for Local Reproduction Prescribed by OMB Circular A-102
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2016 CONSOLIDATED PLAN CERTIFICATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
In accordance with statutes and the regulations governing Consolidated Plan
regulations, the City of Kent certifies that:
Affirmatively Further Fair Housing — The City of Kent will affirmatively further
fair housing, conducting an analysis of impediments to fair housing choice within
the jurisdiction, developing strategies and taking appropriate actions to overcome
the effects of any impediments identified through the analysis, and maintaining
records reflecting the analysis and actions taken to further the strategies and
actions.
Anti-displacement and Relocation Plan — The City of Kent will comply with the
acquisition and relocation requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and
Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, as amended, and implementing
regulations at 49 CFR 24; and it has in effect and is following a residential anti-
displacement and relocation assistance plan required under section 104(d) of the
Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, in connection with
any activity assisted with funding under the CDBG or HOME programs.
Drug Free Workplace — The City of Kent will continue to provide a drug-free
workplace in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 (41 USC 701)
by:
1. Publishing a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture,
distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is
prohibited in the grantee's workplace and specifying the actions that will be
taken against employees for violation of such prohibition;
2. Maintaining an ongoing drug-free awareness to inform employees about:
(a) The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace;
(b) The grantee's policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace.
(c) Available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance
programs; and
(d) The penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse
violations occurring in the workplace;
3. Establishing a policy that each employee to be engaged in the performance
of the grant be given a copy of the statement required by paragraph 1;
4. Notifying each employee in the statement required by paragraph 1 that, as a
condition of employment under the grant, the employee will:
(a) Abide by the terms of the statement; and
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(b) Notify the employer in writing of his or her conviction for a violation of
a criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace no later than five
calendar days after such conviction;
5. Notifying HUD in writing, within ten calendar days after receiving notice
under subparagraph 4(b) from an employee or otherwise receiving actual
notice of such conviction. Employers of convicted employees must provide
notice, including position title, to every grant officer or other designee on
whose grant activity the convicted employee was working, unless the Federal
agency has designated a central point for the receipt of such notices. Notice
shall include the identification number(s) of each affected grant.
6. Taking one of the following actions, within 30 calendar days of receiving
notice under subparagraph 4(b), with respect to any employee who is so
convicted:
(a) Taking appropriate personnel action against such an employee, up to
and including termination, consistent with the requirements of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; or
(b) Requiring such employee to participate satisfactorily in a drug abuse
assistance or rehabilitation program approved for such purposes by a
Federal, State, or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate
agency;
7. Making a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug-free workplace
through implementation of paragraphs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
8. Providing the street address, city, county, state and zip code for the site or
sites where the performance of work in connection with the grant will take
place. For functions carried out by employees in several departments or
offices, more than one location will be specified. It is further recognized that
sites may be added or changed during the course of grant-funded activities.
The City of Kent will advise the HUD Field Office by submitting a revised
Place of Performance form. The City of Kent recognizes that the period
covered by this certification extends until all funds under the specific grant
have been expended.
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Anti-Lobbying — To the best of the City of Kent's knowledge and belief:
1. No Federally appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on
behalf of it, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer
or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of
Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the
awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the
making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement,
and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any
Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement;
2. If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be
paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or
employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of
Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this
Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, it will complete and
submit Standard Form-LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in
accordance with its instructions; and
3. It will require that the language of paragraph 1 and 2 of this anti-lobbying
certification be included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers
(including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans, and
cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose
accordingly.
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Authority of Jurisdiction — The Consolidated Plan is authorized under State and
local law (as applicable) and the City of Kent possesses the legal authority to carry
out the programs for which it is seeking funding, in accordance with applicable HUD
regulations.
Consistency with plan — The housing activities to be undertaken with CDBG,
HOME, ESG, and HOPWA funds are consistent with the strategic plan.
Section 3 — It will comply with Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development
Act of 1968, and implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 135.
Signature/Authorized Official Date
Mayor Suzette Cooke
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Kent Law Department
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Specific CDBG Certifications
The City of Kent, as an Entitlement Community, certifies that:
Citizen Participation — It is in full compliance and following a detailed citizen
participation plan that satisfies the requirements of 24 CFR 91.105.
Community Development Plan — Its consolidated housing and community
development plan identifies community development and housing needs and
specifies both short-term and long-term community development objectives that
that have been developed in accordance with the primary objective of the statute
authorizing the CDBG program, as described in 24 CFR 570.2 and 24 CFR, Part 570.
Following the Consolidated Plan — It will follow the five year-Consolidated Plan
as approved by HUD.
Use of Funds — It has complied with the following criteria:
1. Maximum Feasible Priority. With respect to activities expected to be assisted
with CDBG funds, the City of Kent certifies that it has developed its Action
Plan so as to give maximum feasible priority to activities which benefit low
and moderate income families or aid in the prevention or elimination of slums
or blight. The Action Plan may also include activities which the grantee
certifies are designed to meet other community development needs having a
particular urgency because existing conditions pose a serious and immediate
threat to the health or welfare of the community, and other financial
resources are not available to meet such needs;
2. Overall Benefit. The aggregate use of CDBG funds including section 108
guaranteed loans during program year 2016 shall principally benefit persons
of low and moderate income in a manner that ensures that at least 70
percent of the amount is expended for activities that benefit such persons
during the designated period;
3. Special Assessments. The City of Kent will not attempt to recover any capital
costs of public improvements assisted with CDBG funds including Section 108
loan guaranteed funds by assessing any amount against properties owned
and occupied by persons of low and moderate income, including any fee
charged or assessment made as a condition of obtaining access to such
public improvements. However, if CDBG funds are used to pay the proportion
of a fee or assessment that relates to the capital costs of public
improvements (assisted in part with CDBG funds) financed from other
revenue sources, an assessment or charge may be made against the
property with respect to the public improvements financed by a source other
than CDBG funds. Also, in the case of properties owned and occupied by
moderate-income (but not low-income) families, an assessment or charge
may be made against the property for public improvements financed by a
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source other than CDBG funds if the jurisdiction certifies that it lacks CDBG
funds to cover the assessment
Excessive Force — It has adopted and is enforcing:
1. A policy prohibiting the use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies
within its jurisdiction against any individuals engaged in non-violent civil
rights demonstrations; and
2. A policy of enforcing applicable State and local laws against physically barring
entrance to or exit from a facility or location which is the subject of such non-
violent civil rights demonstrations within its jurisdiction;
Compliance With Anti-discrimination laws — The grant will be conducted and
administered in conformity with title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 USC
2000d), the Fair Housing Act (42 USC 3601-3619), and implementing regulations.
Lead-Based Paint — The City of Kent's notification, inspection, testing and
abatement procedures concerning lead-based paint will comply with the
requirements of 24 CFR 570.608;
Compliance with Laws — It will comply with applicable laws.
Signature/Authorized Official Date
Mayor Suzette Cooke
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Kent Law Department
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APPENDIX TO CERTIFICATIONS
INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING LOBBYING AND DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
REQUIREMENTS:
A. Lobbying Certification
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was
placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this
certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction
imposed by section 1352, title 31, U.S. Code. Any person who fails to file the
required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than
$10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.
B. Drug-Free Workplace Certification
1. By signing and/or submitting this application or grant
agreement, the City of Kent is providing the certification.
2. The certification is a material representation of fact upon which
reliance is placed when the agency awards the grant. If it is
later determined that the grantee knowingly rendered a false
certification, or otherwise violates the requirements of the Drug-
Free Workplace Act, HUD, in addition to any other remedies
available to the Federal Government, may take action
authorized under the Drug-Free Workplace Act.
3. Workplaces under grants, for grantees other than
individuals, need not be identified on the certification. If
known, they may be identified in the grant application. If
the grantee does not identify the workplaces at the time
of application, or upon award, if there is no application,
the grantee must keep the identity of the workplace(s) on
file in its office and make the information available for
Federal inspection. Failure to identify all known
workplaces constitutes a violation of the grantee's drug-
free workplace requirements.
4. Workplace identifications must include the actual address
of buildings (or parts of buildings) or other sites where
work under the grant takes place. Categorical
descriptions may be used (e.g., all vehicles of a mass
transit authority or State highway department while in
operation, State employees in each local unemployment
office, performers in concert halls or radio stations).
5. If the workplace identified to the agency changes during
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the performance of the grant, the grantee shall inform the
HUD of the change(s), if it previously identified the
workplaces in question (see paragraph three).
6. The grantee may insert in the space provided below the
site(s) for the performance of work done in connection
with the specific grant:
Place of Performance (Street address, city, county, state, zip code)
City of Kent
220 4th Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032
Check if there are workplaces on file that are not identified here.
The certification with regard to the drug-free workplace is required by 24 CFR, Part
24, Subpart F.
7. Definitions of terms in the Non-procurement Suspension and
Debarment common rule and Drug-Free Workplace common
rule apply to this certification. Grantees' attention is called, in
particular, to the following definitions from these rules:
"Controlled substance" means a controlled substance in Schedules I
through V of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 812) and as
further defined by regulation (21 CFR 1308.11 through 1308.15);
"Conviction" means a finding of guilt (including a plea of nolo
contendre) or imposition of sentence, or both, by any judicial body
charged with the responsibility to determine violations of the Federal
or State criminal drug statutes;
"Criminal drug statute" means a Federal or non-Federal criminal
statute involving the manufacture, distribution, dispensing, use, or
possession of any controlled substance;
"Employee" means the employee of a grantee directly engaged in the
performance of work under a grant, including: (I) All "direct charge"
employees; (ii) all "indirect charge" employees unless their impact or
involvement is insignificant to the performance of the grant; and (iii)
temporary personnel and consultants who are directly engaged in the
performance of work under the grant and who are on the grantee's
payroll. This definition does not include workers not on the payroll of
the grantee (e.g., volunteers, even if used to meet a matching
requirement; consultants or independent contractors not on the
grantee's payroll; or employees of subrecipients or subcontractors in
covered workplaces).
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PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
Jeff Watling, Director
ON-Tr Phone: 253-856-5100
Fax: 253-856-6050
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
TO: Kent City Council Parks and Human Services Committee
DATE: October 22, 2015
FROM: Hope Gibson, Manager of Parks Planning and Development
SUBJECT: 2015 Third Quarter Fee-in-Lieu Funds
MOTION: Move to recommend accepting the $46,350.00 for Fee-in-Lieu
funds and amend the Community Parks Reinvestment Program budget for
future expenditures in the Linda Heights Park budget.
SUMMARY: Between July and September 2015 the City of Kent received a total of
$46,350 from the following developer who voluntarily paid a fee in lieu of
dedicating park land to mitigate the development of single family homes in a local
subdivision. The funds will be used at the park location noted below.
John Baringer: $46,350 at Linda Heights Park
EXHIBITS: Copy of Revenue Report
BUDGET IMPACT: Revenue and expense impact of $46,350 to Linda Heights Park
budget
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PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
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Fax: 253-856-6050
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
TO: Kent City Council Parks and Human Services Committee
DATE: October 22, 2015
FROM: Annie Saurwein, Chair of the Parks and Recreation Commission
Jeff Watling, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services
SUBJECT: Parks and Recreation Commission Update
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MOTION: None, informational
SUMMARY: The sixteen member Parks and Recreation Commission has been
meeting monthly since January of this year. Commission Chair Annie Saurwein will
join Parks Director Jeff Watling in providing an update on what the commission has
been doing and what major items are on their work plan for 2016.
EXHIBITS: N/A
BUDGET IMPACT: N/A
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PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
Jeff Watling, Director
® Phone: 253-856-5100
KEN-Tr xeat?P Fax: 253-856-6050
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
TO: Kent City Council Parks and Human Services Committee
DATE: October 22, 2015
FROM: Pete Petersen, Superintendent of Riverbend Golf Complex
Jeff Watling, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services
SUBJECT: Riverbend Golf Complex Update
MOTION: None, informational
SUMMARY: Pete Petersen, Riverbend Golf Complex Superintendent and Parks
Director Jeff Watling will provide an update on the golf complex operations, as well
as major projects currently underway.
EXHIBITS: N/A
BUDGET IMPACT: N/A
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PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
° Jeff Watling, Director
eam�" Phone: 253-856-5100
Fax: 253-856-6050
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S,
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
TO: Kent City Council Parks and Human Services Committee
DATE: October 22, 2015
FROM: Jeff Watling, Director of Parks, Recreation & Community Services
SUBJECT: Director's Report
MOTION: None, informational
SUMMARY: Jeff Watling, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services,
will inform the committee of noteworthy information and upcoming events.
EXHIBITS: N/A
BUDGET IMPACT: N/A