“Kent is a safe, connected and beautiful city, culturally vibrant with richly diverse urban centers.” This statement is the vision for the city of Kent in 2025.
The city is considering whether to sell the Riverbend Par 3 golf course on West Meeker Street. However, selling Riverbend is contradictory to the city’s vision statement. The par 3 course was purchased for this community by its past leaders who had the vision, wisdom, foresight and strength of character to see the social, economic and health benefit it could provide for Kent citizens. It was designed for seniors, men and women, kids and grandkids who are not ready or passed their prime for a bigger course.
The golf course is a beautiful, welcoming sight upon entering our city from the west. It defines our quality of life and a community connected with our environment.
Selling Riverbend will only benefit the developers and betray our seniors and children.
Kent residents and users alike are urged to act now by calling or writing their elected officials. Share your feelings regarding the saving of Riverbend. Tell them why you use the course, how it impacts your life and the lives of others.
Riverbend should be saved so future generations can be part of the pleasure and diversity that this course has provided to its citizens.
– Thomas Brice, Committee of Saving Par 3
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