Kent mayor previews spring events, parks programs and community cleanup dates

Mayor Dana Ralph delivered a brief weekly update highlighting spring events and city programs, from park rentals and youth sports to recycling and an Arbor Day volunteer event.

Ralph said the City of Kent’s State of the City address drew a large audience and is available online, and urged residents to use the city’s parks and recreation resources as warmer weather arrives. "If you missed it, you can still go back and watch it," she said.

The mayor called attention to local recreation and volunteer opportunities that begin in April and run through the spring. She said the city’s youth track program…