The City of Kent, Ohio is committed to making biking better for everyone! The City is now certified as a Bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community by @BikeLeague for its efforts to make it easier and safer for all those who live, work, and play in Kent to get around by bike. Visit the Biking and Active Transportation page for more details.

Kent City Council has heard from downtown businesses and they would also like to seek public input on the duration of the annual closure of Franklin Avenue for the Outdoor Seating Area, between West Main Street and West Erie Street. Click on the image or heading above to take the survey. 

The City of Kent has complied a guide of services available for a variety of types of assistance available in Kent and the surrounding area. For help with transportation, workforce development, mental health services and more, view the referral guide by clicking on the Compassionate Services Guide image.

You asked...we listened! The City of Kent has partnered with Flags for Good so that our City flags and banners can be added to your home or garden. Click here for more information and to order your flag.

The City Engineering Division is responsible for planning and implementing the city’s capital improvement projects. This encompasses a wide range of projects: street and sidewalk repairs, bridge repairs, major road improvements, and replacing/maintaining the operation of our sewer and water facilities. If you want to learn how projects are prioritized and what's on the horizon, check out our quarterly updates. 

The City of Kent Strategy Plan 2025 was recently shared with Council and is now on the website for your review. Be sure to also take the time to review the additional documents available which were used to write the report. They can be found in the button labeled "Strategy Report 2025 Appendix Links" on the landing page for Strategic Plans.

Our before and after school program is here to ensure your child starts and ends their day with a smile. We offer homework help, daily crafts, snacks, sports and recreation, and so much more. Make sure your child is there!