Kirkland’s Plan to Protect Our Local Waters is Open for Public Comment

Published on February 13, 2026

Media Contact:
David Wolbrecht
Communications Program Manager
DWolbrecht@kirklandwa.gov
(425) 587-3021

KIRKLAND, Wash. – The City of Kirkland has posted its 2026 Draft Stormwater Management Program Plan and invites community members to review and submit comments or suggestions by February 28, 2026. The draft plan outlines potential actions the City may take to reduce stormwater pollution and protect our lakes and streams.

Stormwater pollution is a leading cause of contamination in Kirkland’s creeks, lakes, and wetlands. Pollutants come from everyday activities such as driving, yard care, pet waste management, car washing, and land development. Preventing stormwater pollution involves reducing the contaminants we use and treating any runoff before it reaches our local waters.

Kirkland operates under a state-issued permit that allows the City to discharge stormwater from its public drainage system into rivers, lakes, and streams, as long as the City implements programs and works with its residents and businesses to reduce pollutants in stormwater.

Kirkland’s 2026 Draft Stormwater Management Program Plan details the City’s proposed actions for 2026 and beyond to maintain compliance with the permit and protect our lakes and streams. Key actions outlined include public education around natural yard care and vehicle maintenance, tracing and halting spills or dumping of pollutants to the municipal stormwater system, reviewing development plans to control stormwater pollution at construction sites, and maintaining the City’s network of stormwater pipes, ditches, and ponds.

The 2026 Draft Stormwater Management Program Plan is available online at www.kirklandwa.gov/stormwater. Comments can be provided via e-mail to stormwater@kirklandwa.gov. 

For more information about the City’s Storm and Surface Water Management Programs, visit www.kirklandwa.gov/stormwater.  To learn more about the State Department of Ecology stormwater permit, search “Phase II Western WA Municipal Stormwater Permit” at www.ecy.wa.gov

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