Pop-Up Programming in Kirkland Parks Expanded this Summer Published on June 16, 2021 The City of Kirkland announced that it is hosting pop-up park activities throughout the summer as part of its Summer Action Plan to provide additional temporary park amenities during the busy summer season. The two new pop-up activities are Pop-up Off-leash Dog Parks and Pop-up Sprinkler Parks. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Imagine the Future of Kirkland’s Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Published on June 04, 2021 The City of Kirkland is seeking public input in order to update the Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan which is a six-year guide and strategic plan for managing and enhancing park and recreation services. The City will be hosting focus groups, interviews, community workshops and survey opportunities throughout 2021. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Media Releases, Public Notices
City of Kirkland to Begin Renovation of 132nd Square Park Published on June 03, 2021 The City of Kirkland has awarded a construction contract to Allied Construction Associates, Inc., in the amount of $8.35 million to make surface water and park improvements to 132nd Square Park, located on the southwest corner of 132nd Avenue Northeast and Northeast 132nd Street. Construction is expected to start July 1, 2021. Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases, Public Notices
Kirkland’s Market Season Starts the First Week of June Published on June 01, 2021 The 2021 Juanita Friday Market kicks off on Friday, June 4 at Juanita Beach Park and will happen every Friday rain or shine, from 3 to 7 p.m., through September 24, 2021. The market’s bounty includes local fruits and veggies, handcrafted confections, freshly baked goods, cut flowers and much more. The Kirkland Wednesday Market opens the same week on Wednesday, June 2, at Marina Park: 3 to 7 p.m. Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases
COVID-19 Vaccine Pop-ups in Kirkland May 25 & 26, 2021 Published on May 21, 2021 The Kirkland Fire Department is offering COVID-19 vaccinations at grocery stores during specific times on May 25 and 26, 2021. No appointment necessary. The vaccination brand will be based on availability and is unknown at this time. Tagged as: , Announcements
“Evenings on Park Lane” Return This Month Published on May 20, 2021 The City of Kirkland announced the return of “Evenings on Park Lane,” starting on May 24 and running through October 1, 2021. This initiative is meant to expand outdoor capacity for businesses and increase foot traffic in the downtown core by closing the west end of Park Lane to vehicles nightly from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases
Juanita Beach Park Bathhouse Wins Project of the Year Award Published on May 14, 2021 On May 13, 2021, Kirkland’s Juanita Beach Park Bathhouse received the 2021 Project of the Year Award for Structures Under $5 Million from the Washington Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA). This award recognizes excellence in management and administration on successfully completed public works projects. Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases, Public Notices
GIS Upgrade and Service Disruption Today Published on May 11, 2021 Beginning at 8 AM today, the City of Kirkland GIS Team will be upgrading ArcGIS software. GIS web and desktop applications will be unavailable intermittently between 8 AM to 8 PM. Tagged as: , Announcements
Knife-Wielding Suspect Taken into Custody Published on May 05, 2021 On Tuesday, May 4, 2021, Kirkland police officers responded to the Kingsgate neighborhood after receiving reports that a knife-wielding female suspect was threatening to kill her neighbor. Tagged as: , Police
New Vehicle Charging Stations Activated for the City of Kirkland Fleet Published on April 22, 2021 Today, April 22, 2021, the City of Kirkland took another step toward fulfilling goals of the Sustainability Master Plan adopted in December 2020 by activating new electric vehicle charging stations for the City’s fleet. Four new charging stations are now operating at City Hall and ten more charging stations will be operational within the next month. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Media Releases, Public Notices