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Kent City Council
Workshop
April 5, 2011
Councilmembers Present: Albertson, Harmon, Perry, Ranniger, Raplee and
Thomas
The meeting was called to order at 5:35 p.m. by Council President Perry.
Legislative Update. Witham reported on the impacts of the state budget on
cities, and on the status of the City's top priority issues. She also answered
questions on specific issues.
Intergovernmental Issues. Albertson noted that a position is open on the
Suburban Cities Association Flood Advisory Board and asked Witham to check
her eligibility to serve.
FEMA/Levees. Public Works Director LaPorte outlined the history of levees and
flood maps, and updated the Councilmembers on recent FEMA flood mapping
changes. Economic and Community Development Director Wolters spoke of the
importance of continuing to move forward, after which a discussion of
certification of the levees was held.
The meeting adjourned at 6:10 p.m.
Brenda Jacober, CIVIC
City Clerk