Ciudad de Kent

We must ensure firefighters have the tools they need to keep everyone safe. Firefighters in Kent are receiving more calls than ever before - up to more than 20,000 in 2015 compared to 13,000 in 2010 - all while using old, outdated equipment. That's why the Kent Regional Fire Authority has put forth Proposition 1, a six-year reauthorization of the voter-approved benefit charges. The amount charged cannot exceed 60 percent of the operating budget or impose a property tax. This Fire Benefit Charge will be used to maintain emergency response times and service levels, personnel training, and necessary equipment and facilities. The funding covers a majority of the fire department, about 120,000 workers. Vote YES to support our firefighters and keep our community safe.

The Kent School District is putting forth Proposition #1, a 20-year, $252 million Capital Improvement and School Construction General Obligation Bond. If approved, the bond will build two new elementary schools and 20 new classrooms, and make upgrades to numerous schools, including improved parking as well as renovation of sports fields. The bond will not increase your tax rate. According to the City of Kent, the current total property tax rate for residents is $10.81 per $1,000 of assessed value. Vote YES for Kent schools.