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  Ralph, Dana
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NameDana Ralph
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Kent, Washington , United States
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Died Still Living (2024 years)
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Last ModifedCharlotte K-A
Nov 08, 2021 04:45am
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InfoKent Mayor Dana Ralph is a lifelong resident of Kent, representing the fourth generation of her family to call Kent home. Dana graduated from Kent-Meridian High School. During high school, she met and later married her high school sweetheart Shawn. Together they raised two boys who graduated from Kentridge High School and are now both in college. More than 20 years ago, Dana started a small business in Kent, which she still owns.

Mayor Dana Ralph serves as the City of Kent's CEO.Dana first entered local government about 15 years ago when she volunteered to serve on the Land Use and Planning Board and the Kent Arts Commission, combining her passions for smart growth and cultural arts. As she learned more about the inner workings of City government, she wanted to be more involved and to help shape the City’s future. Dana was elected to Kent City Council and served from 2012 through 2017, including two years as City Council president.

When not at work, Dana enjoys camping, spending time with family and friends, attending community events like concerts and the Kent Art Commission Spotlight Series, and volunteering. Dana is passionate about serving the many needs of our community, including those of the less fortunate. In fact, she is one of the founders of the Shop with a Cop program that raises funds to buy Christmas gifts for needy families through Kent Youth and Family Services, and she encourages all City employees to give back to the community whenever possible.

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  11/02/2021 Kent [WA] Mayor Won 68.46% (+37.28%)
  11/07/2017 Kent [WA] Mayor Won 53.58% (+7.47%)
  11/03/2015 Kent [WA] City Council - Pos. 7 Won 98.70% (+97.40%)
  11/08/2011 Kent [WA] City Council - Pos. 7 Won 61.90% (+24.20%)
  11/03/2009 Kent [WA] City Council - Pos. 4 Lost 40.47% (-18.72%)
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