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
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
City Advances Sustainability with Incentive Program for KPD Published on May 24, 2023 The City of Kirkland and the Kirkland Police Guild have launched an innovative partnership that will help retain and recruit the best officers at the Kirkland Police Department (KPD) while also advancing sustainability goals by reducing fossil fuel emissions. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Media Releases, Police
Kirkland Launches Dashboard to Help Protect and Preserve Creeks Published on May 04, 2023 KIRKLAND, Wash. – The City of Kirkland has launched a new interactive online tool that compiles in one place data on Kirkland’s creeks. This new tool, commonly referred to as a dashboard, allows users to learn in which watershed they reside, about the health of their neighborhood creek, what they can do to help, and what the City is doing to help. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Media Releases, Public Notices
Two New Programs to Expand Housing Choices & Expedite Green Buildings Published on March 15, 2023 The City of Kirkland announces two new programs to help create more housing choices in the community and to incentivize the construction of environmentally-sound buildings. The first new program is a pre-approved Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (DADU) program; the second is an expedited permit review program for High Performing Green Buildings. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Media Releases
Help Guide How the City Protects Our Lakes and Streams 2023 Published on January 31, 2023 KIRKLAND, Wash. – The City of Kirkland has posted its annual draft Stormwater Management Program Plan and invites community members to review and submit comments or suggestions by February 24, 2023. The draft plan describes potential actions the City could take to reduce stormwater pollution and protect our lakes and streams. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Public Notices
Kirkland Receives Bicycle Friendly Business Award Published on October 31, 2022 KIRKLAND, Wash. – The League of American Bicyclists recently recognized the City of Kirkland with a Bronze level Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) award for the City’s support of bicycle commuting among staff. This recognition is shared by over 1,500 businesses across the country, including government agencies, Fortune 500 companies, bike shops, and other employers. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Media Releases
Kirkland Street Racing Noise Prevention Technology Published on October 20, 2022 The City of Kirkland Police Department (KPD) is the first in the state to implement a Street Racing Noise Pilot Program authorized by the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC). This feasibility study will test new automated vehicle noise identification cameras in areas designated as test zones in the city. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Media Releases, Police, Public Safety
Keep Leaves and Debris Off Storm Drains This Fall to Prevent Flooding Published on October 13, 2022 With the start of autumn and long-range weather forecasts predicting more rain than usual, it’s more important than ever to keep Kirkland’s stormwater drainage system flowing freely. Tagged as: , Environment, Media Releases, Public Safety
Juanita Beach Park Bathhouse Wins 2022 Civic Design Award Published on October 03, 2022 On September 22, 2022, Kirkland’s Juanita Beach Park Bathhouse received the 2022 Civic Design Award from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Washington Council. The Civic Design Award celebrates the best examples of what can be realized when architects and civic clients work together to achieve quality design. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Media Releases