AUBURN is centrally located in the growing and thriving Green River Valley between Seattle and Tacoma. Auburn's location, abundant land, and many amenities provide a unique opportunity for residents and businesses. Residents enjoy a full range of recreational programs for all ages. The Auburn area is graced with 30 parks, four golf courses, a large swimming pool and a system of trails for jogging, horseback riding, bicycling and rollerblading. Auburn also features the "biggest and the best in the Northwest" Muckleshoot Casino as well as Washington's premiere horse racing track, EMEREALD DOWNS.

Kent is centrally located between Seattle, 18 miles to the north, and Tacoma, 18 miles to the south. Its breathtaking setting features a view of Mt. Rainier rising majestically over the landscape, and the Cascade and Olympic Mountains on the horizons. The Kent Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department has been nationally recognized for Excellence in Parks and Recreation Management. There are 68 parks and open spaces comprised of 1,400 acres within the Kent Parks system. Kent also features an ice hocky rink, a drag racing track, and many art and entertainment events, which go up during the summer.