The City of Kirkland Parks and Community Services Department is currently accepting registration for the spring co-ed dodgeball league which begins in early April. This fun, fast-paced school-yard game has been adapted and well-received by active adults looking for an exciting, interactive way to exercise. Games are played every Wednesday night at the Kirkland Jr. [...]
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Lakeview and Central Houghton Advisory Groups – Meeting January 26, 2010 7-9 pm
The first meeting of the Lakeview and Central Houghton Advisory Groups will be held on January 26, 2010, from 7-9 pm at Kirkland City Hall. The Lakeview Advisory Group will meet in the Rosehill Room (upper level), and the Central Houghton Advisory Group will meet in the Peter Kirk Room (lower level). The public is [...]
Seattle Times | trial to begin for 2006 murder of Kirkland family
The Seattle Times is covering the story of a man accused of the 2006 murder of a Kirkland family including two young sons ages 5 and 3, while their father, a National Guardsman, was serving in Iraq. The remains of the victims were found in their home, which had been destroyed by fire. The victims [...]
Rep. Springer sponsors bill to increase property protection
Rep. Larry Springer (D-Kirkland) aims to increase property protection against unfair confiscation of land for the purpose of eminent domain. “The bill I am sponsoring, House Bill 2423, restricts Community Renewal Act eminent domain authority solely to blighted properties, which pose a threat to public health and safety, while protecting the rights of other nearby property owners,” [...]
Dunn introduces motion supporting constitutional amendment that would deny bail to “Third Strike” offenders
Dunn introduces motion supporting constitutional amendment that would deny bail to “Third Strike” offenders Protecting those who uphold the law Metropolitan King County Councilman Reagan Dunn today introduce a motion in support of proposed state legislation to deny bail to felons who have been arrested on a potential “third strike” offense. The legislation, introduced at [...]
Lake Washington Committee Narrows Possible Math Curricula Options to Four
Parent Review, Input on New Elementary Curriculum Sought Redmond, WA –At its January 7 meeting, the Lake Washington School District Elementary Math Adoption Committee completed its initial evaluation of 11 elementary math programs and prioritized four programs that will continue as finalists. The finalists are: Bridges In Mathematics Publisher: The Math Learning Center, Copyright 2008 enVision [...]
City of Kirkland Initiates Widespread Service and Staff Reductions
Budget choices and continued revenue declines prompt further city-wide reductions As a means to manage continued revenue declines, the City of Kirkland is further reducing service and staff levels. In 2009, city-wide reductions were made to service and staff levels, with more now in effect in 2010. This year, citizens will most likely notice less [...]
Beach Closed: Kirkland Pump Station overflow releases 25,000 gallons of sewage in Lake Washington
County claims “Fast action stops Kirkland Pump Station overflow” Equipment damage, mechanical failure possible cause UPDATED The beach at Marina Park is closed due to a mishap at the sewage pump station work taking place on 3rd Street adjacent to the new downtown transit center. Approximately 25,000 gallons of sewage overflowed into Lake Washington near [...]
Kirkland, Redmond and Bellevue Fire Departments respond to fire alarms at Merrill Gardens
Kirkland Avenue closed to traffic, Bank of America closes as firemen arrive UPDATED At about 11:15 AM our alarm system detected a small fire that was contained within the commercial laundry room. Our fire safety systems and a rapid staff response helped to put the fire out quickly, but we evacuated the residents as a [...]
Heathman Hotel and Evergreen Hospital present Wellness Seminar on how to “make the time for joy”
The Heathman Hotel partners with Evergreen Medical Center to host Wellness Seminar on how to “Make the time for joy” In an effort to bring its guests and community the latest medical information and health tips, The Heathman Hotel and its Penterra Spa have partnered with Evergreen Hospital Medical Center for a Saturday wellness seminar [...]
Kirkland Encourages Green Building Conversation with its New Blog
Whether you are a veteran or novice about green building, the City of Kirkland hopes you’ll share your thoughts about and experiences with sustainable development on its new Green Building Blog, www.ci.kirkland.wa.us/greenbuildingblog. The City’s Green Building Team hopes to spark online community conversations about energy and water conservation, sustainable construction and land use practices, and other [...]
Kirkland Hosts Public Forum for City Manager Recruitment
Online comment form available Jan. 11-26 Kirkland city and annexation residents are invited to share their thoughts about the challenges facing Kirkland and what characteristics should the City’s next City Manager have to be successful in meeting those challenges. The City’s executive recruitment consultant, Bob Murray of Bob Murray & Associates, will facilitate the forum [...]
It’s Official: Mayor Joan McBride and Deputy Mayor Penny Sweet to lead Kirkland City Council
UPDATED The first Kirkland City Council meeting of 2010 started with the ceremonial swearing in of the the new council members. Kirkland City Clerk Kathi Anderson administered the oath of office to Council Members Joan McBride (Position No. 1), Penny Sweet (Position No. 3), Amy Walen (Position No. 5) and Doreen Marchione (Position No. 7) [...]
Lake Washington School District Receives Energy Grant from State
Projects at seven schools will save the district money on heating, lighting costs Lake Washington School District is one of 59 districts in the state to receive funding for energy-related projects thanks to a grant program funded by the Washington State Legislature. Lake Washington will receive $375,000 for projects at seven schools that include upgrades [...]
Kirkland Q4 City Update Newsletter available online
The 4th Quarter edition of the Kirkland City Update Newsletter is now available online. In this issue you’ll find the following stories: Transit Center Construction Begins Map Your Walk Around Kirkland Neighborhood News: Planning, University Style Annexation Update Budget Reductions City Council Farewell & Welcome Green Scene: 10 Tips for 2010 Winter Weather Preparedness A [...]
Eastside residents invited to January 7 Town Hall with local legislators
Washington State Legislature Sen. Rodney Tom, Rep. Ross Hunter and Rep. Deb Eddy 48th Legislative District CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENT Eastside residents invited to January 7 Town Hall with local legislators December 29, 2009 State Sen. Rodney Tom (D-Bellevue) and Reps. Ross Hunter (D-Medina) and Deb Eddy (D-Kirkland) invite Eastside residents to a Town Hall on January [...]
Health Watch | Woman may have spread measles in Kirkland, Bellevue or Redmond
The above story ran on King 5 and is hosted on NWCN.com Measles has a very long incubation period of up to three weeks, meaning the all clear cannot be sounded until January 10th. Local public health officials have learned of a confirmed case of measles in a King County adult female who was exposed [...]
Evergreen CEO Steve Brown Announces Resignation
Steve Brown, chief executive officer at Evergreen Hospital Medical Center since 2002, has announced his resignation to become the President/CEO of the Mount Nittany Medical Center in State College, Pennsylvania. Brown announced his departure to the Evergreen staff via a personal e-mail. The move, Brown explained, will allow him and his wife to move closer [...]
Excavation Work Begins on Kirkland Transit Center
Kirkland Transit Center Construction Update - Dec. 17, 2009 Excavation work begins on 3rd Street Starting today and Friday construction crews are ready to begin excavation work to install a new water main under 3rd Street between Park Lane and Kirkland Avenue. Excavation will start at Park Lane and 3rd Street and will continue south along 3rd [...]
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