City of Kent Committee of the Whole + Workshop - May 5, 2026

The City of Kent Committee of the Whole meeting on May 5, 2026, included several procurement and infrastructure-related discussions. The council approved a consultant services agreement with E+ Technology, Inc. for up to $133,000 to develop a comprehensive IT systems and security strategic plan over eight months. Additionally, three new 10-year fiber franchise agreements were introduced for providers Inter Mountain Infrastructure Group LLC, NSC Northwest LLC, and Michelle Tele Telecom, Inc. DBA Light Curb, with final adoption scheduled for May 19, 2026. The meeting also featured an update on the 2027-2032 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan, highlighting completed projects funded largely by grants and new projects proposed for future grant funding. Furthermore, a first amendment to a consultant service agreement with Express Employment Professionals was presented for a complex design-build project related to light rail and traffic mitigation. A detailed workshop on the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Comprehensive Plan was conducted, outlining capital improvement projects, system maintenance, and financial considerations, including anticipated rate increases from King County Metro. The plan aims to address aging infrastructure, inflow and infiltration issues, and system capacity to support future growth, with ongoing coordination for funding and regulatory approvals.