This Week in Kirkland Podcast

April 25, 2024

This week Jim, David, and Kate send an invite for our Community Appreciation Night. Apply to volunteer, or float(!), in the 4th of July Parade. Plant a tree with the City’s tree rebates and pre-paid certificates. Shape Kirkland’s future with upcoming K2044 public hearings. Get a voucher for a new electric leaf blower. Hear about the Future Women in EMS and Fire Workshop. Support the Pride Crosswalk repair. Sign up for the Mid Sound’s Community Action Training School. A shoutout to Kirkland Events Guide. Special Guest: Ryean-Marie Tuomisto, Water Quality Program Coordinator chats about Storm Water Pollution Prevention and some cool magical artwork to check out at Juanita Beach Park!

• Community Appreciation Night Registration Link
• Celebrate Kirkland Float and Volunteer Application 
• Arbor Day Tree Rebate
• City Council
• Kirkland 2044 Comprehensive Plan and Public Hearings
• Electric Leaf Blower Initiative and Trade-In Event
• Pride Crosswalk Repair Fundraiser
• Community Action Training School
• Kirkland Events Guide - Subscribe Here
• Restorative Sound Bath class
• Kirkland Half & 5K
• Teen Murder Mystery Night Tomorrow
• Spring Recycling Collection Event
• Stormwater Pollution Prevention
• RainWorks magical artwork at Juanita Beach Park

April 18, 2024

This week Jim, Kate, and David bring us a heartwarming story on three kidnapped French Bulldogs being reunited with their family. Don’t miss an upcoming Guns for Gift Cards Exchange. A reminder on Distracted Driving Awareness. A recap on our latest City Council Meeting. Thank you to our wonderful 911 dispatchers. A reminder for our Spring Recycling Collection Event in May and our CERT class registration closing on April 19. Donate blood, every pint counts. Upcoming events at the library. Special guest: Katie Hogan, Environmental Program Coordinator informs us about a new Interactive Tree Permit Guide!

• Kidnapped French Bulldogs
• Guns For Gift Cards
• Distracted Driving Awareness
• City Council Meeting
• Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
• Spring Recycling Collection Event
• CERT Class
• Blood Drive
• Lego Block Party
• Reading Buddies Online
• Tree Permit Guide

April 11, 2024

This week Jim, Kate, and David provide updates on the Lake Street Pedestrian Scramble. An insight into the upcoming council meeting. Review community comments and feedback on the Transportation Strategic Plan. Renew boat launch seasonal cards. Tips to keep everyone safe for National Work Zone Awareness Week. Support the Green Kirkland Partnership. Nominate a Grand Marshal for the Celebrate Kirkland Parade. Celebrate the success of this year’s Business Pitch Competition! Tips for avoiding assault, wildlife safety, and flood preparations. Get informed at a firearms safety presentation. Special Guest: George Dugdale, Financial Planning Manger, informs our listeners about the Kirkland Cares Low Income Support Program.

• Lake Street Pedestrian Scramble
• City Council meeting
• Recycling and Transfer Station
• Transportation Strategic Plan
• Boat Launch Seasonal Cards
• National Work Zone Awareness Week
• Green Kirkland Partnership
• Nominate a July 4th Parade Grand Marshall
• Business Pitch Competition
• Avoid Assault
• Reduce Wildlife Confrontation
• Prepare for Floods
• Wheels and Reels
• Firearms Safety Presentation

April 4, 2024

This week Jim and David invite you to bike down and valet your bike while you stroll, shop and dine! Yet again the City achieves the highest credit rating. A recap of our City Council meeting. Take the No Idle Pledge. Keep our families safe with National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Tips to be safe on National Walking Day. Protect your pets with a “Go Kit”. Prevent identity theft. Empty that closet at the Spring Recycle Right Event. Patio season is in the horizon, get that lawn back into shape. Be prepared to save a life, take a CPR class. Final drive-in movie of the season! Donate blood, every pint counts. Get prepared for any emergency in our CERT Class. Special guest: Jeremy Jones, Parks Program Coordinator invites us to Earth Month Stewardship Events!

• Bike Valet
• City Credit rating
• City Council meeting
• No Idle Pledge
• National Distracted Awareness Month
• National Walking Day
• Emergency Go Kit
• Prevent Identity Theft
• Spring Recycle Right Event
• Natural Lawn Care
• CPR Class
• Wheels and Reels
• Blood Drive
• Spring Cert Class
• Green Kirkland Partnership

March 28, 2024

This Week, Jim, Kate, and David chat Lake Street Pedestrian Scramble project. Look out for other projects around town. Get tax preparation assistance. Learn, or refresh, CPR skills. Be informed of what's coming up at Council. Protect your home from burglary. Be fire safe with your pet(s). Donate blood to avoid critical shortage. Get inspired at the Kirkland Business Pitch Competition. Be disaster ready with a Community Emergency Response Training course. Special guest: Gena Jain, Environmental Education and Outreach Specialist, teaches us about food waste prevention.

• Lake Street Pedestrian Scramble Project (support businesses, visit ShopLocalKirkland.com) 
• Construction Projects
• Tax Prep Assistance with United Way of King County
• CPR Class April 11
• Council Preview
• Home Burglary Prevention Tips
• Pet Fire Safety Tips
• Donate Blood
• Business Pitch Competition
• Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) registration
• Police Public Safety Testing
• Food Prevention Week

March 21, 2024

This week, Jim, Sue, and David give you a heads up on Juanita Drive's construction to make it safer and flow better.  A recap of the latest City Council meeting.  Sign up now for a blood drive at City Hall.  We had 30 folks in our recent CPR class - will you attend our next?  Kirkland Fire had some special recognitions.  Help shape the next 20 years of Kirkland.  Parks' Job Fair is coming up.  Many more events and some traffic alerts to be aware of.  Special guest: Tiffany Trombley, Neighborhood Resource Officer with the Police Department, chats about the upcoming 'Talk with a Cop' event on Wednesday, March 27. 

• Juanita Drive Corridor Improvements
• City Council Recap
• Blood Drives at Kirkland City Hall
• CPR Class
• Kirkland Fire Department
• Kirkland 20 Year Plan (K2044)
• Parks' Job Fair

March 14, 2024

This week, Jim, Sue, and David invite you to the inaugural Kirkland Business Pitch Competition!  Human services agencies can apply for grants.  Kirkland Police is hosting new officer testing.  19 Kirkland Firefighters redefined leg day during the annual stairclimb.  City Council preview.  Shamrock Run impacts Juanita Beach Park area traffic this weekend.  Catch a ride with Metro Flex.  I-405/NE 85th St Interchange project meeting.  Find a gig at the Parks Job Fair.  Toss those electronics responsibly at recycling event.  Special guest: Kate Schmiett, Environmental Education & Outreach Specialist, details how folks can earn up to $5,000 rebates for redoing their yard. 

• Human Services Grant Applications
• Kirkland Police Hosting New Officer Testing
• Kirkland Firefighters Annual Stairclimb
• City Council Preview
• Shamrock Run around Juanita Beach Park
• King County Metro Flex
• I405/NE 85th St Interchange Project
• Parks' Job Fair
• Spring Recycling Right Event
• Yard Smart Rain Rewards Program

March 7, 2024

This week, Jim, Sue, and David share about a big theft arrest made by KPD. Set your clocks for Daylight Saving Time. Join the next CPR class. Register for a Spring/Summer Parks program. Avoid tax scams. Check for vehicle-related recalls. Sign up for Camp Blaze. Save money on a heat pump. Grab a job at the Parks Job Fair. Special guest: Carly Pacekonis, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, recruits for the Spring CERT class and helps us to be prepared for emergencies.

• KPD Theft Arrest
• CPR Class
• City Council Recap
• Daylight Saving Time - Spring Forward
• Parks Job Fair
• Parks Spring and Summer Recreation Programs Registration
• Camp Blaze
• Vehicle-Related Recalls
• Tax Scam Tips
• Heat Pump Savings
• Parks Beautification Events
• Business Competition - Live Pitch Finale
• CERT Class

February 29, 2024

This week, Jim, Kate, and David get you ready for Parks’ spring recreation registration.  Fire Station 21 is getting remodeled, and Fire Station 22 hosted our first CPR class. Preview the next Council meeting.  Upcoming stewardship opportunities. Be earthquake ready.  Provide feedback on the siting of the Northeast Recycling and Transfer Station.  Roundabouts vs. traffic circles.  Special guests: Christian Switzer, Special Projects Coordinator, and Christian Knight, Community Engagement Coordinator, overview the vision and upcoming impacts of the Lake Street Pedestrian Scramble project in downtown.

• Parks Recreation Registration opens soon
• Fire Station 21 Renovation funded by Fire Prop 1
• City Council
• CPR Class at Fire Station 22
• Tips on being emergency prepared
• Apply to be a police officer
• Roundabout or traffic circle
• King County Northeast Recycling and Transfer Station
• Green Kirkland Partnership Stewards
• Parks Beautification Program
• Lake Street Pedestrian Scramble Project

February 22, 2024

This week Jim, Kate and Anthony chat Kirkland Justice Center treatment program. Appreciate the women of KPD. Take a Parks Ballot survey. Learn up on Housing comprehensive plans in Kirkland. Share feedback on transportation priority projects. Volunteer with A Regional Coalition for Housing (ARCH). Special guest: Jeremy Jones, Green Kirkland Partnership Program Coordinator, shares about the Green Kirkland Partnership and how to become a Steward with the program.  

• Post Parks Ballot Measure Survey (more info: www.kirklandwa.gov/ParksBallot)
• Kirkland Justice Center Addiction Treatment Program
• Women of the Kirkland Police Department
• Police Department Jobs
• Fire Department's Fill the Boot Recap
• Fire Department Jobs
• City Council Recap
• A Regional Coalition for Housing (ARCH) Community Advisory Board 
• Housing Element of K2044 Comprehensive Plan (Feb 22 Planning Commission Meeting)
• Transportation Strategic Plan and Interactive Feedback Map
• Wheels and Reels: "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever"

• Green Kirkland Partnership and New Steward Orientation 

February 15, 2024

This week Jim, Kate and David talk post Parks Ballot Measure survey. Plan ahead for Presidents' Day City Hall closure. Apply for a Board or Commission. Thank a Community Resource Officer. Create a Neighborhood Emergency Plan with your neighbors. Enroll to be a Green Kirkland Steward. Watch out for crypto currency crimes. Prevent electrical fires. Win $5K for your business idea. Watch out for traffic alerts. Catch an upcoming event. Special guest: Kimberly Scrivner, Transportation Planner, chats about the Transportation Strategic Plan, and how you can help prioritize City projects with the interactive feedback map. 

• Post Parks Ballot Measure Survey (more info: www.kirklandwa.gov/ParksBallot)
• City Hall Closures and Holidays 2024
• Childcare Initiative 
• Board and Commission Vacancies
• City Council Meeting Preview
• Community Resource Officer Appreciation
• Let's Chat Preparedness Video Series - Neighborhood Preparedness
• Green Kirkland Partnership - New Steward Orientation
• Crypto Currency Crime
• Electrical Fire Safety Tips
• Business Workshops and Pitch Competition
• Lake Street Pedestrian Scramble
• 5th Ave South Water Main Update
• Kingsgate Library Event: "Parenting at the Intersections: Raising Neurodivergent Children of Color"
• Wheels and Reels: "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever"
• Transportation Strategic Plan and Interactive Feedback Map

February 8, 2024

This week Jim, Kate and David talk Business Pitch Competition. Explore the Transportation Strategic Plan interactive map and provide feedback on projects. Sign up for a CPR class. Celebrate the award-winning Totem Lake Connector Bridge. Catch up with a recap of the City Council meeting. Learn about the Community Police Academy. Dispose of paint properly. License your pet this Valentine's Day. Catch a flick at Wheels and Reels drive-in movies. Special guest: Randy Scott, EMS Officer with Kirkland Fire Dept, shares tips for National Burn Awareness Week, as well as some Kirkland history.

• Business Pitch Competition (Business Sign Up) (Pitch Competition Event Public Registration)
• CPR Class
• Totem Lake Connector Bridge Award
• Map Tool for Feedback on Transportation Strategic Plan
• Black History Month Proclamation
• Lunar New Year Proclamation
• Day of Remembrance of Japanese American Incarceration Proclamation
• City Council Meeting Recap
• Community Police Academy (Story) (Information About Academy) 
• Paint Disposal
• Pet Licensing
• Juanita Beach Clean Up Event
• Wheels and Reels Drive-in Movie
• American Burn Association

February 2, 2024

This week Jim, Sue and David chat about the new AED at 132nd Square Park. Councilmember Pascal was appointed to a Washington State Board.  Get a Council Meeting preview.  Learn about the Point-in-time homelessness count, Special guest: Erika Mascorro, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Manager, encourages folks to apply to serve on a City board or commission.

• CM Pascal Appointed to Washington Transportation Improvement Board
• King County’s Point-in-time homelessness count
• City Council Agendas
• Kirkland Fire Department
• Vote in the King Conservation District election
• Facilities Technician III Position
• Stormwater Management Program
• Tree Rebate program
• Parks Beautification Program
• Lunar New Year
• Apply to a Board or Commission

January 25, 2024

This week Jim, Sue and Chris talk new nature steward opportunities with Kirkland Parks and Tilth Alliance. Serve on a City advisory board or commission. Welcome KPD's newest police officers. Be prepared for the Big One and other emergencies. Watch out for closures at I-405 / NE 85th St interchange and join a meeting to learn more. Special guest: Aaron Hussman, Environmental Education and Outreach Coordinator, invites feedback on the Stormwater Management Program Plan. 

• Home Fire Escape Plan
• License Your Pet
• Apply for City Advisory Board
• Let's Chat Being Prepared for The Big One
• Community Emergency Response Training (CERT)
• Emergency Communications Team
• KPD New Officers
• I-405 / NE 85th Interchange Project
• Parks Beautification Program
• Tilth Alliance Soil & Water Steward
• Stormwater Management Program Plan

January 18, 2024

This week Jim, David and Kate chat winter time fire prevention. Get notified about nearby development activity. Sweep the salt to protect our water ways. Get a recap of Tuesday's City Council meeting. Know your water servicer before something happens. Protect yourself against fraud. Stay up to date on the WSDOT I-405 projects. Special guest: Ryan Sheaffer, Fire Inspector (and former “Bachelorette” contestant), goes over the five E's of Community Risk Reduction Week.

• Winter Fire Safety
• Water Servicer
• City Council Recap
• Fraud Prevention Workshop
• Kirkland Activity Map
• Sweep the Salt
• Traffic closure coming to 85th and I-405
• Community Risk Reduction Week

January 11, 2024

This week Jim, David and Kate talk cold weather tips and send appreciation to our amazing police department. Welcome our new KFD recruits. Plan ahead for City Hall holiday closure. Get help securing housing with the Rental Risk Assistance Fund. Special guest: Chris Gavigan, Deputy Director of Public Works, talks about the new snow plow tracker map.

• Cold Weather Preparation and Information
• City Facilities Closed Monday, January 15
• City Council Meeting Preview
• Rental Risk Assistance Fund
• Lunar New Year
• Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
• KFD New Recruits (interested in applying? visit: kirklandwa.gov/AreYouTheOne)
• Blood Drive
• Cascade Recycling Center Virtual Tour
• Snow Plow Interactive Map

January 4, 2024

This week Jim, David and Kate chat the latest Council meeting and the selection of Councilmember Kelli Curtis to serve as Kirkland's next Mayor and Deputy Mayor Jay Arnold to continue serving in that role. Plan ahead for I405 traffic changes. Celebrate Toby Nixon's tenure on Council. Check off your new year's resolutions with local businesses. License your pets. Learn about the oil spill clean up at Marina Park, and more! Special guest: Gena Jain, Environmental Education and Outreach Specialist, shares about a recent tour of the Cascade Recycling Center, plus super interesting recycling facts you can re-use to sound smart to your friends.      

• Announcement of Mayor Kelli Curtis
• City Council Recap
• MLK Jr. Day of Service with Green Kirkland Partnership Stewardship events
• Blood Drive
• Toby Nixon Celebration Event
• Traffic Alerts - (I405 at 132nd St and I405 at 85th St)
• ShopLocalKirkland.com for your New Year's Resolutions
• Tree Composting
• Oil Spill Cleanup at Marina Park
• Recycle webpage kirklandwa.gov/recycle
• Recycle hotline: 425-587-3812 or recycle@kirklandwa.gov 
• Next Virtual Recycle Tour
  

December 28, 2023

This week Jim, David and Kate share how to compost your Christmas Tree. Ride fare-free on Metro and others this New Year's Eve. Pet parenting tips for winter. Safely use space heaters. Look out for Algae Blooms. Watch your speed on Goodwill Hill. Special segment: Celebrating 2023 with a recap of big projects, achievements, and milestones. 

• City Council Meeting Preview
• Algae Blooms
• Speed Limit Change at Goodwill Hill
• City Administrative Offices Holiday Hours and Closures
• King County Metro, Sound Transit, Others Offer Fare Free Rides
• Space Heater Safety
• Pets Winter Safety
• Tree Composting
• Martin Luther King Jr Day of Service and Green Kirkland Partnership Stewardship events
•  Lunar New Year 2024
• Celebrating 2023 Recap
  
  

December 21, 2023

This week Jim, Kate and Chris share about a recent, big KPD arrest. Follow tips to prevent DUIs and avoid theft this holiday season. Plan for City Hall holiday hours and closures. Celebrate and Shop Local for magic finds. Mark the calendar for upcoming events, and more! Special guest: Chief Joe Sanford, Chief of Kirkland Fire Department, talks holiday fire safety.

• KPD Arrest Suspected Bank Robber
• Safety tips: Drinking and Driving, Cooking Fires, Porch Pirates and Car Prowls
• City Administrative Offices Holiday Hours and Closures
• Winter Preparedness Tips
• Shop Local Kirkland
• KFD Promotion and Retirement Ceremony
• Martin Luther King Jr Day of Service and Green Kirkland Partnership Stewardship events
• Lunar New Year 2024
• Candlelight Sound Bath
• Open Mic Night for Songwriters
• KFD Flashpoint Video
• KFD Vintage Fire Truck Video
  
  

December 14, 2023

This week Jim, Kate and David provide holiday reminders and tips. See if you qualify for rental risk assistance. Get ready for winter weather. Hold a meeting at Fire Station 22's Community Room. Practice Holiday sustainability. Special guest: Officer Tiffany Trombley, Neighborhood Resource Officer, chats car prowl safety during holiday shopping season. Learn about upcoming events and so much more!

• Voluntary Water Conservation Update
• City Council meeting
• Rental Risk Assistance
• Protect Against Fraud
• Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
• Winter Preparedness Tips
• Community Room Rental at Fire Station 22
• Holiday Sustainability
• KFD Toy Drive
• Monthly Craft Cafe (Kingsgate Library)
• Community Bonfire Events
• LGBTQIA+ Holiday Pride Potluck
• Kirkland Performance Center - Dreaming of a Nite Wave Christmas: 80s Holiday Concert

• Green Kirkland Partnership Events

December 7, 2023

This week Jim, Sue and David invite you to Light Up Kirkland. Also, donate to Kirkland Fire Dept's Toy Drive. Remember safety this holiday season for pets and decorations. Utilize our Community Van Program. Sign up for WM service alerts. Get your Tree Code questions answered. Special guest: Christian Switzer, Special Projects Coordinator, chats Shop Local Kirkland. Learn about what's upcoming at Council, events, and so much more! 

• Flood Prevention
• Holiday Decorating Safety
• Pet Safety
• City Council
• Light Up Kirkland
• KFD Toy Drive
• Community Van Program
• WM Service Alerts
• Tree Code FAQs
• Firefighter Diversity and Recruitment Workshop
• Community Bonfires
• LGBTQIA+ Pride Potluck
• Kirkland Performance Center Shows
• Green Kirkland Partnership Events
• Shop Local Kirkland

November 30, 2023

This week Jim, Sue and Chris chat electric heat pumps. Also, recruitment opportunities to join Kirkland Police and Fire. Get your tree questions answered with a new, handy tree code tool. Apply to join the King Conservation District. Join an I-405/NE 85th St project meeting. Special guest: Maryke Burgess, Recreation Supervisor, share all about Light Up Kirkland! Hear about upcoming events, and so much more!

• Shop Local Kirkland
• Snowflake Ball
• Toy Drive
• Green Kirkland Partnership
• Energy Smart Eastside 
• Firefighter Diversity and Recruitment Workshop
• Police Public Safety Testing (Police Jobs)
• Tree Code FAQ (more tree info at www.kirklandwa.gov/trees) 
• King Conservation District
• I-405/NE 85th St Project Meeting
• Outdoor Speaker Series: Discover the Eastside's Best Kept Secret - Eastrail
• Community Bonfire events
• Sound Bath with Ethereal Sound & Wellness
• Pride Potluck
• Light Up Kirkland

November 22, 2023 - Special Edition

In this special Thanksgiving edition, David introduces special guest Carly Pacekonis, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, to share safe cooking tips this holiday. 

• Let’s Chat: Cooking Fire Prevention and Response

November 16, 2023

This week Jim, Sue and Kate remind about the Thanksgiving holiday City Hall closure. Also, what's coming up at Council. Claim a tree rebate. Recognize Crash Responder Safety Week. Join an I-405/NE 85th St project meeting. Special guest: Aaron Hussman, Environmental Education and Outreach Coordinator, chats about the Don't Wait to Inflate campaign with a chance to win a prize.  

• KPD Arrest
• City Council
• Thanksgiving holiday City Hall closure
• Pink Patch Project
• Tree Rebate
• Crash Responder Safety Week
• Street Sweeping
• I-405/NE 85th St Project Meeting
• During Aaron's interview, the novel mentioned is "The Overstory" by Richard Powers
• Kinda scary Michelin Man: 

November 9, 2023

This week Jim, Sue and David chat Friends of Youth new center. Also, a recap from the last City Council meeting. Donate blood in honor of Veterans Day. Join us in recognizing KPD officers' milestones. Claim a Tree Rebate. Special guest: Gena Jain, Environmental Education and Outreach Specialist, shares about the Recycle Right event and solid waste programs in Kirkland. Join GIS Day, Snowflake Ball and more events, and so much more!  

• Friends of Youth
• City Council
• Veterans Day
• Donate Blood
• KPD Recognitions and Swear-ins
• KCLS - Starting a Small Crafting-Based Business
• KCLS - Writing Workshop: Outlining Your Novel
• KCLS - Cookbook Book Group
• GIS Day
• Snowflake Ball
• Tree Rebate
• Water Conservation (free water saving devices from Cascade Water Alliance)
• Recycle Right Event

November 2, 2023

This week Jim, David and Kate invite you to GIS Day. Also, reminders about Veteran's Day City Hall closure, Daylight Saving Time, and Nov 7 ballots due. Shape the vision of your neighborhood. Get free extra yard waste pick up this month. Hear about upcoming events, and so much more! 

• GIS Day 
• Outdoor Speaker Series
• City Council
• Dia de los Muertos Recap
• Cultural Arts Commission
• Kingsgate Neighborhood Update
• Juanita Neighborhood Update
• Extra Yard Waste Pick Up in November
• King County Elections 
• Re+ Pledge

October 26, 2023

This week Jim, David, and Sue invite you to our Dia de los Muertos celebration. Also, apply to join the Cultural Arts Commission. Return your ballots by November 7. Hear about the Fire Station 22 grand re-opening, highlights from the Kirkland Forest Day, KFD's rescue training, a heart attack survivor's story, and so much more! 

• Fire Station 22 Grand Re-opening
• Kirkland Forest Day highlights
• Pumpkins in the Park Event
• Dia de los Muertos Event
• Wheels and Reels Event
• City Council
• King County Elections
• Cardiac Arrest Survivor
• Kirkland Emergency Communications Team (KECT)
• KFD Rescue Training
• Police Jobs
• Cultural Arts Commission

October 19, 2023

This week Jim, David, and Kate invite you to upcoming grand re-openings. Also, apply to serve on the Kirkland Senior Council. Participate in the Great ShakeOut. Get free extra yard waste pick up in November. Learn what award This Week in Kirkland received. RSVP to upcoming events, and so much more!

• Capital Improvement Program Virtual Forum
• Kingsgate Library Turns 50
• Weekly Email Newsletter Wins Award
• City Council Oct 17 Meeting Recap
• Kirkland Senior Council Recruitment
• Fire Station 22 Re-Opening
• Kirkland Woman's Club Re-Opening
• Free Extra Yard Waste Pickup in November
• Celebrate Green Kirkland Week
• Traffic Alerts
• Upcoming Events
• Great ShakeOut!

October 12, 2023

This week Jim, David, and Chris invite you to Fire Station 22 grand re-opening. Also, join a public forum on 2024 Capital Projects. Recognize Fire Prevention Week. Support Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Get nature-y by celebrating Green Kirkland Week or nominate a natural yard care all star. Enjoy upcoming events, and so much more!

• Costume Swap (show off your costume!)
• Trees along NE 124th St
• Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• Fire Prevention Week
• Mayor Statement
• Fire Station 22 Grand Re-Opening
• Public Forum for 2024 Capital Projects
• City Council
• Natural Yard Care Ambassador
• Green Kirkland Week
• Kirkland Forest Day
• Pee Wee Monster Bash Carnival
• Dia de los Muertos
• Parks Ballot Measure Open House
• Rotary Club Central Station

October 6, 2023

This week Jim, Sue, and Chris talk about recent flooding on NE 132nd underneath 405. They also recap the October 3 City Council meeting. They discuss Rep. Suzane DelBene's announcement of $1.3 million for the addiction treatment program at Kirkland City Jail. KPD and Corrections sport pink patches for cancer awareness. You can, too! The gang walks and rolls, Sue is picking her Halloween costume for the Pee Wee Monster Bash, and everybody gets ready for the Annual Harvest Festival.

• WSDOT 405/132nd Project
• DelBene $1.3M announcement
• City Hall November Blood Drive
• KPD Pink Patches
• Footprints of Fight
• Lake WA Half Marathon
• Kirkland Forest Day
• Pee Wee Monster Bash Carnival
• Harvest Festival

September 29, 2023

This week Jim, David, and Sue have fall flooding prevention tips. Also, wrapping up National Preparedness Month with helpful reminders. Peter Kirk Park tree pruning. Volunteers needed for the Harvest Festival. Totem Lake Park continues to be regionally recognized. Enjoy an award-winning Latin musician at KPC, other upcoming events, and so much more!

Relevant links and info to this week's episode:

• Conserve Water Info and Tips
•  Fall Flooding Prevention Tips
• Totem Lake Park Tour with WA American Society of Landscape Architects
• National Preparedness Month
• Seasonal Beach Water Bacteria Testing Ends
• City Council Oct 3 Preview
• Peter Kirk Park Tree Pruning
• Harvest Festival Volunteers Needed
• Alex Cuba at Kirkland Performance Center
• Juanita Friday Market
• Halloween Costume Swap
• KCLS Event – Parent & Student Planner Time
• KCLS Event – Game on!
• Kirkland Forest Day
• Pee Wee Monster Bash

   

September 22, 2023

This week David, Sue, and Anthony invites you to join the Community Police Academy. Also, hear KFD stories from Maui. Learn about the No Idling Campaign. Join the Kirkland Forest Day celebration, other upcoming events, and so much more!  

Relevant links and info to this week's episode:

• Community Police Academy  
• City Council  
• Houghton Beach Closed 
• Pollution Prevention Week (and Proclamation) 
• KFD Shares Maui Experience 
• No Idle Campaign  
• Sustainable Landscaping Workshop 
• Kirkland Forest Day 
• Juanita Friday Market 
• Fall Recycling Event 
• Wheels and Reels Drive-in Movie 
• Halloween Costume Swap 

September 15, 2023

This week David, Sue, and Anthony have the groundbreaking at 85th St and the I405. Also, get prepared with National Preparedness Month. Participate in Pollution Prevention Week. Take a survey on Economic Development. Join this year’s Halloween Costume Swap, other upcoming events, and so much more!

Relevant links and info to this week's episode:

• City Hall for All
• See Spot Splash
• City Council
• Houghton Beach Reopens
• Groundbreaking at 85^th St Interchange Project (WSDOT animated render video)
• National Preparedness Month – Video Series
• Pollution Prevention Week – Drain Marker Competition
• Economic Development Community Survey
• Halloween Costume Swap
• Planning & Building Program Specialist – Government Jobs
• Juanita Friday Market
• Health and Wellness Fair
• Welcoming Week with King County Library System
• Blood Drive
• Senior Resource Fair 
• Fall Recycling Event
• Wheels and Reels Drive-in Movie Series
• Roundabouts and How to Use Them (video) (article) 

September 8, 2023

This week Jim, Sue, and David invite you to City Hall for All! Also, register to get free trees. Remember to be safe on the roads with back to school – we've got some tips. Take advantage of our Community Van Program for convenient trips to trailheads. And so much more!  

Relevant links and info to this week's episode:

• City Hall for All
• City Hall for All Pop Up Market Business List
• Houghton Beach Closure
• City Council
• Proclamations
• School Zone Cameras and Safety
• Community Van Program
• Free Trees Giveaway
• I405 and 85th St Project Update
• Cross Kirkland Corridor (CKC) Closures
• Slurry Seal
• King County Metro service changes
• Juanita Friday Market
• Welcome to Juanita – email JNAneighborhood@gmail.com
• Wheel and Reels
• Changes to Medicare presentation
• This Week in Kirkland 9/7 Newsletter Edition

September 1, 2023

This week Jim, Sue, and David invite you to come get some free trees! Also, if you're going to grill this Labor Day weekend, follow our grilling safety tips. School starts next week. Watch out for kids and school buses. That's right, folks! They're back -- City Council meets Tuesday, September 5.

Relevant links and info to this week's episode:

• City Hall for All
• Hiring Facilities Expert
• Free Trees
• Grilling Safety
• City Hall Closed Labor Day
• School Safety Reminders
• City Council Meeting
• Upcoming Events
• This Week in Kirkland 8/31 Newsletter Edition

August 25, 2023

This week: Jim, Sue, and David are getting excited for City Hall for All. Are you ready to See Spot Splash? Also, Kirkland Firefighters are helping fight wildfires in eastern Washington and the team has some tips to help keep your house safe while you're on vacation.

Relevant links and info to this week's episode:  

• City Hall for All
• KFD Assists with Regional Wildfires
• Wildfire Smoke Tips
• Free Tree Giveaway
• Houghton Beach Closure
• See Spot Splash
• School Zone Safety Cameras
• Protect Your Home Crime Prevention
• City Council
• Upcoming Events

August 18, 2023 - Pilot

This week Jim, Sue, and David share tips to beat the heat. Get ready to register for Parks' Recreation classes. Plus, pick from great upcoming events such as Fashion's Night Out, Eastside Back to School Block Party, and FANTACON. 

Relevant links and info to this week's episode:

• Kirkland Fire Maui Efforts
• Cultural Arts Commissioner Star Rush
• TLC Bridge Drawing Contest
• Beat the Heat
• KPC Studios
• Kirkland Recreation Registration
• Fashion Show
• King County Metro changes
• City Council webpage
• School Zone Safety Cameras
• Upcoming Events
• Utility Box Art
• This Week in Kirkland 8/17 Newsletter Edition

August 11, 2023 - Pilot

This week the gang talks about keeping sidewalks clear, classic cars filling the streets, dogs in the pool, and a ton of upcoming events to round out the summer.

Relevant links and info to this week's episode:

• Waterfront Car Show
• Greater Downtown Urban Center
• KFD Wildland Program
• Sidewalk vegetation
• Rec Programs
• See Spot Splash
• Back to School Block Party
• King County Library Events
• Blood Donation Drive
• City Fruit Harvest
• Upcoming Events
• This Week in Kirkland 8/10 Newsletter Edition