KING5.com has posted an online video interview with Kirkland City Councilmember Toby Nixon titled, In Depth: Open records advocate explains importance of law. Nixon, who is President of the Washington Coalition for Open Government, discusses the importance of the Public Records Act.
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Public Works responds to criticism regarding Kirkland’s response to snow storm
Thank you for the consideration Rob. I appreciate the opportunity to respond, and having lived in the Kingsgate neighborhood for 20 years, I also understand the perspective of those in the newly annexed neighborhoods, their hopes with annexation, and their past experience with King County. First of all, I want to thank your reader [...]
Celebrate Kirkland History during the month of February
Above: Photos from around Kirkland. Last year KHS celebrated Founder’s Week. This year, they celebrate History Month. On Saturday, we spotted Loita Hawkinson, President, Kirkland Heritage Society, running around downtown Kirkland placing historical markers in the windows of various merchants as a reminder to the public of how Kirkland used to be. The historical photos and [...]
Sewer Work on Kirkland Ave. Resumes Monday for Three Weeks
Sewer Work Resumes on Kirkland Ave. (Kirkland Way to Sixth St.) King County returns to complete delayed sewer work Due to recent inclement weather (and associated power outages), King County has been unable to coordinate a portion of construction with Puget Sound Energy (PSE) that would allow the sewer project to move forward. Pipeline construction [...]
Kirkland town hall meeting with Councilmembers Ferguson and Hague draws large crowd
Representatives from the City of Kirkland were also in attendance, including Councilmembers Dave Asher, Penny Sweet, Toby Nixon, and City Manager Kurt Triplett. “It was great that the meeting was so well-attended and that residents were asking good questions,” said Kirkland City Councilmember Dave Asher. “I was pleased that Councilmember Ferguson co-hosted the meeting [...]
City’s Biennial Community Telephone Survey Is Underway: Please “Answer the Call”
The City of Kirkland’s biennial community opinion telephone survey has begun and citizens are encouraged to “answer the call.”. The City conducts this survey every two years to gauge citizen satisfaction with the level and quality of services provided. The City Council contracted with EMC Research to contact up to 500 Kirkland registered voters and seek their [...]
Vacancies Available on Kirkland’s Volunteer Boards and Commissions; Apply by Feb. 16
The City of Kirkland has adult vacancies occurring on several of its advisory boards and commissions. Eligibility requirements differ for each board or commission. Interested citizens are invited to apply. Some incumbents on these boards and commissions have served one term and are eligible to apply for re-appointment. Completed applications must be received by the [...]
Property damage reporting and storm debris disposal
A message from King County Office of Emergency Management The King County Office of Emergency Management is collecting information from County residents and businesses on damage and losses suffered during the January 16-23, 2012 snow and ice storm. If your King County home or business sustained damage as a result of the storm, you may be [...]
Planning Department Fee Changes Proposed
The Planning Department is proposing changes to the fee schedule that will be presented to the Kirkland City Council on February 7, 2012 at their regular meeting. The proposed changes either clarify and correct format and typographical errors, or add new fees. The new fees are for existing Kirkland Zoning Code (KZC) provisions that require [...]
Rescheduled: Pavement Grinding and Paving on Kirkland Ave.
Expect minor delays on Kirkland Ave. from Third St. to Kirkland Way January 26 – 27, a King County contractor will be grinding the roadway and paving Kirkland Avenue from Third Street to Kirkland Way (this work was originally scheduled January 17 – 19, but was delayed due to weather). Note that this work is [...]
Kirkland Storm Update #9: All Roads Open Except Holmes Point Drive Due to Fallen Tree
Kirkland crews worked through the night clearing roads and have opened all roads that were closed for several days with the exception of the 13800 block of Holmes Point Drive where a fallen tree believed to be on power lines remains for Puget Sound Energy to clear. A wind advisory issued by the National [...]
Kirkland Storm Update 7#: Roads Remain Closed; Citizens’ Help Needed with Flooding Prevention
Kirkland road crews are currently clearing “first priority” roads this morning and have already worked through the night clearing “Priority 2” roadways. Drivers are cautioned to be very careful as icy road conditions continue to exist within the City. Residents are encouraged to clear storm drains of snow and debris to prevent and reduce flooding as [...]
Kirkland Storm Update #6: Snowy and Icy Road Conditions Continue; Flood Preparedness Encouraged
Snowy and icy road conditions continue throughout the City of Kirkland. City crews have removed fallen trees on several roads. According to the National Weather Service, western Washington will continue to see a “mixed bag of wintry weather tonight with freezing rain.” Weathers conditions are expected to turn to rain by Friday, January 20, [...]
Kirkland Storm Update #5: Icy Road Conditions; Tree Down on Holmes Point Drive
Kirkland road crews worked through the night clearing “first priority” roads near Evergreen Hospital and roads that lead to and from I-405, transit routes, schools, and fire stations. Crews are transitioning to “Priority 2” roadways this morning. Drivers are cautioned to be very careful as severe icy road conditions exist within the City. Drivers are encouraged to avoid [...]
Kirkland Storm Update #4: Steep Roads Remain Closed; Citizens Encouraged to Prepare for Local Flooding Conditions
Follow Kirkland Storm Updates on Twitter; Search for @Kirklandgov The National Weather Service anticipates the snow weather conditions to transition from snow to rain by Friday, January 20, 2012. Because there is significant snow accumulation on the ground that is expected to melt when warmer temperatures occur, there is concern of possible local flooding, especially in low [...]
HB 2610 — if passed, Houghton Community Council to be retired
The Washington State Legislature has just posted HB 2610, Repealing provisions governing community municipal corporations (CMC). The bill, if passed, would mean an end to the two remaining CMC’s in the state — one in Bellevue and the other in Kirkland, commonly known as the Houghton Community Council. The Houghton Community Council was established through [...]
Kirkland Storm Update #3: Steep Roads Closed, Service Updates
The National Weather Service’s winter storm warning remains in effect in the Puget Sound lowlands and other vicinities until 8 p.m. this evening. Weather conditions are expected to turn to rain tomorrow. Residents should be prepared for possible local flooding conditions. The City of Kirkland offers the following updates: Road and Sidewalk Maintenance; Road Closures [...]
Kirkland Storm Update #1: Cancellations, Closures & Winter Weather Safety Tips
The City of Kirkland reports the following storm updates and offers safety tips for winter weather conditions. City Meetings • The City Council study session and regular meeting will be held this evening with some agenda items to be rescheduled to the February 7 meeting. • The January 18 Community Workshop on the proposed new fire station [...]
DELAYED: Pavement Grinding and Paving on Kirkland Ave.
Expect minor delays on Kirkland Ave. from Third St. to Kirkland Way DELAYED – Pavement Grinding and Paving on Kirkland Ave. (Third Street to Kirkland Way) Pavement work scheduled from January 17 – 19, has been delayed due to weather. Crew anticipate resuming grinding the roadway and paving Kirkland Ave. from Third St. to [...]
Metro Transit will be on snow routing Tuesday
Continuing snow, icy road conditions may result in some bus trip and route cancellations King County Metro Transit is remaining on snow routing countywide overnight and on Tuesday, Jan. 17. And, with continuing snowfall forecast, there could be some bus trips or routes cancelled on Tuesday. Conditions could also change throughout the day on [...]
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