Marli Larimer Kent City Councilmember

09/06/2025

Members also voice concerns about areas of East Hill without service

06/01/2024

It was my pleasure to speak at the 3rd annual Pride flag raising at City Hall yesterday. Thank all that came out. May everyone in Kent feel safe, accepted and welcome! Happy Pride everyone! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

05/23/2024

As promised in my last Councilmember committee report out, here are some helpful links from the Dementia Action Collaboration. Thanks to the King County Aging and Disabilities Advisory Committee for this presentation last month.

*Dementia Action Collaboration: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative
*Dementia Legal Planning Toolkit (for anyone over 60+): https://www.washingtonlawhelp.org/issues/aging-elder-law/living-with-dementia
*Pro Bono Legal Help for Dementia Planning: https://www.probonocouncil.org/
(Note, the Pro Bono Council is also available to do information booths at community fairs and events)

And remember, dementia is NOT a normal part of aging so please seek diagnosis and support if you suspect yourself or a love one is experiencing dementia.

Looking for information about memory loss or dementia? Find help, guidance and planning tools at memorylossinfowa.org The Dementia Action Collaborative (DAC) recently updated the Washington State Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias. This plan offers goals, strategies, and recom...

05/06/2024

Had a great time at the opening of the new Gurudwara in Kent. So many friends, song, praise and food! Thank you Satwinder Kaur for the invitation and thank you to our Sikh community for their hospitality and for being a valued part of the Kent community!

05/04/2024

Great FREE STEM fest event today at Showare until 3!

03/23/2024

Calling all nerdy businesses, artists and con purveyors! Vendor applications are open for Kent Nerd Party on June 1st. One my family's favorite downtown events!

12/22/2023

My belly and heart are full! Had a great opening party meal at Deli Oclock today. The food is so good and I love Mo's commitment to quality food under $10. He has a great menu, great family and friends and I am thrilled he chose Kent to open his Mediterranean deli.I won't say which is my favorites sandwich because every time I try a new one I have to change my mind. Eat there, you won't regret it!

11/08/2023

Thank you Kent for putting your faith in me once again. It's an honor to be your voice.

11/07/2023

Hey Kent, voter turnout is way down this year! This means just a handful of voters will be making decisions that will impact you for 4 years! You can still be heard! When you get home tonight fill out your ballot, sign it and run it over to an official dropbox at Panther Lake library, YCMA, or the Regional Justice Center by 8 PM. Every election matters!

11/03/2023

We have a new program we are hoping will serve as a resource for both our community and our officers. The Take Me Home program is a National program, designed to help with the safe return of loved ones who may have difficulty communicating or may need special assistance during an emergency situation. This program is for individuals with autism, Down syndrome, developmental or cognitive disabilities, or those that suffer from dementia, Alzheimer's or more. Families/caregivers can complete an online registration form that includes a picture and identifying information for their person. This information is uploaded in a secure data base that only the Kent Police Department can access. When officers encounter an individual, officers can access this database for information that could help them identify emergency contact information, address and much more. Thank you to the Renton Police Department, who has had the program for many years, for the guidance on putting this together.

For more information and to complete the registration form, go to https://www.kentwa.gov/departments/police-department/take-me-home.
You can also contact [email protected] for more information.

11/01/2023

Nothing more terrifying than failing to vote! Return your ballots by Tuesday, no matter who you support. Happy Halloween! Marli4kent.com

Councilmember since 2018. Panther Lake resident, Kentwood Grad ('92) Mom of two kids in Kent schools, tech consultant by day, swimmer, reader, wanna be gardener and artist by night.