During your browse on our homepage you will find that Kent on the Internet is much like Kent in reality. It is a friendly, diverse, beautiful, and interesting community in the northwest hills of Connecticut. Located about 30 miles north of Danbury and on the New York State line, it is a town you can get to quickly and get around in easily. Residents and visitors alike appreciate the recreational opportunities of state and local parks and the shopping in our commercial district. This page last updated July 17, 1998.
Legislative authority is vested in the town meeting.
Town affairs are administered by a 3 person Board of Selectmen. Fiscal affairs are reviewed and approved by a Board of Finance. All governmental agencies conduct business from Town Hall. By permit only. For emergencies Call 911 Routine Fire Dept.