City of Puyallup
Kendall Wals is a seasoned planning professional with extensive experience at the City of Puyallup, where roles have included Senior Planner, Associate Planner, Assistant Planner, and Business Outreach Specialist from February 2012 to the present. Key responsibilities involve implementing the Local Source Control Program and providing technical assistance to local businesses on pollution reduction practices. Previous experience includes positions at Starbucks as a Barista to ensure customer satisfaction, and several internships in planning with the City of Tacoma, where Kendall prepared Open Space inventories and developed GIS mapping projects. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts in Planning and Environmental Policy from Western Washington University.
City of Puyallup
The City of Puyallup is situated at the foot of scenic Mount Rainier in the beautiful Puget Sound region 10 miles east of Tacoma and approximately 35 miles south of Seattle. It's an easy commute on Sound Transit's Sounder train to Tacoma, Seattle and many cities in between. In its early years, Puyallup was known for its hops, berries, and flowers. Today many events, such as the Washington State Fair, the Daffodil Festival and Parade, and the Puyallup Farmers Market pay tribute to the city's agricultural past. But there's much more happening in Puyallup than meets the eye. Two regional growth centers in downtown and South Hill offer a variety of shopping and dining opportunities. Great parks, excellent K-12 schools, and a modern regional medical center are some of the amenities appreciated by residents and visitors alike.