DelBene Announces $1.3M for Kirkland Jail Addiction Treatment Program Published on September 30, 2023 On September 28, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) announced nearly $1.3 million in federal funding to establish a new comprehensive substance use treatment program at the Kirkland City Jail. Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases
Recent Flooding along NE 132nd Street under I-405 Published on September 29, 2023 The City of Kirkland has received questions related to the flooding along North East 132nd Street under I-405 that occurred earlier this week and is posting the following to inform our community about those events. Tagged as: , Announcements, Public Notices, Public Safety
City Council Preview October 3, 2023 Published on September 29, 2023 The next meeting of the Kirkland City Council is on Tuesday, October 3, 2023. This will be a hybrid meeting, and community members are welcome to attend the meeting in person or via Zoom. Here’s a brief overview of some of the items on the Business Agenda for the October 3 meeting, which starts at 7:30 p.m. Tagged as: , Announcements
Tricks & Treats at Kirkland’s Pee Wee Monster Bash Published on September 26, 2023 Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to wear their costumes to Kirkland’s annual Pee Wee Monster Bash Carnival. This year’s event will be on Friday, October 27 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the North Kirkland Community Center, located at 12421 103rd Ave NE. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases, Public Notices
Kirkland Joins Region in Urging Voluntary Water Conservation Efforts Published on September 22, 2023 The City of Kirkland is joining other regional agencies in urging community members to take voluntary measures to conserve water. Although Seattle’s regional water supply had looked good through the summer, extended dry conditions have drawn down Seattle’s reservoirs faster than normal. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Media Releases, Public Notices
Fire Safety Burn Ban Lifted by Kirkland Fire Department Published on September 22, 2023 The Fire Safety Ban that was issued in Kirkland in August has been terminated. Recreational fires are now allowed in Kirkland. Please remember that recreational fires are the only outdoor burning that is allowed in the City. All other burning is prohibited. Tagged as: , Fire, Public Safety
City Council Recap September 19, 2023 Published on September 22, 2023 The Kirkland City Council met on September 19, 2023, in a hybrid meeting. Here’s a brief overview of some of the items from the meeting: Tagged as: , Announcements
Houghton Beach Swimming Area Closed Due to Elevated Bacteria Levels Published on September 20, 2023 Beginning September 20, the Houghton Beach swimming area is closed for at least one week due to elevated bacteria levels per the recommendation of Public Heath – Seattle & King County. People and pets should not swim, drink lake water, or engage in other water activities at Houghton Beach. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Public Notices, Public Safety
Kirkland Community Police Academy Now Accepting Applications Published on September 19, 2023 Kirkland, WA – The Kirkland Police Department (KPD) invites Kirkland community and business members to participate in its annual Community Police Academy. Come receive a firsthand experience of the inner workings of the KPD. The 7-week series begins October 4 and runs through November 15. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Police
Find Resources for Adults 50+ at Free Fair Published on September 18, 2023 The City of Kirkland invites older adults and their families to attend the annual Senior Resource Fair happening on Thurs, September 21, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Peter Kirk Community Center located at 352 Kirkland Ave. Attendees can gather information and meet with over 30 local agencies about services ranging from health and wellness, legal services, transportation, and much more. Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases