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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Kent public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Trick-or-treating timing
Resident John Bard asked council to move Beggars Night to evening hours, noting surrounding communities trick-or-treat after dark and downtown's festival runs later than neighborhood trick-or-treating.
Davey Arboretum joint use agreement
The city, Davey Tree, and Kent City Schools will share use of the John Davey Arboretum alongside the new Davey Seed Campus.
Kent Designated a Purple Heart City
Portage County Auditor Matt Kelly presented Kent with a Purple Heart City plaque and signage is planned, honoring combat-wounded veterans in the community.
Safety Town Community Park Project
Rotary and the city are building a Safety Town in the South End with painted streets, a walking trail and open park-style access year-round — a legacy amenity for families.
March for the Arts school partnership
Students from four Kent schools will create art about what home means to them, shown in 17 downtown businesses through March, with a kickoff reception March 13 at City Hall.