Feeling lost on where to go or who to talk with regarding matters related to your new Kirkland jurisdiction? Wondering what information is even available or what questions can be asked? The Finn Hill Neighborhood Alliance (FHNA) will host Kirkland Communications Program Manager Marie Stake at a public meeting on Wednesday, March 7 at 7pm in [...]
Archive | February, 2012
Local student asks for community support — Hope on the Slopes 24 hour ski and snowboard event March 3-4
Help your local American Cancer Society create more birthdays by supporting Hope on the Slopes, a 24 hour ski and snowboard event at Stevens Pass, this weekend March 3rd and 4th! This year Hope on the Slopes is off to a great start with TONS of donations for our local American Cancer Society office. [...]
Lake Washington School Board selects Dr. Traci Pierce as new superintendent
Experienced educational leader to continue current initiatives At its February 27 meeting, the Board of Directors of the Lake Washington School District unanimously voted to hire Dr. Traci Pierce, the district’s deputy superintendent, instructional services, as the district’s new superintendent. Pending the negotiation of a contract, she will replace the departing Dr. Chip Kimball, who [...]
Public Works Project: Emergency Sewer Program in North Rose Hill
What: The City of Kirkland, along with its contractor, Shoreline Construction of Woodinville WA, will be installing new sanitary sewer lines in the North Rose Hill Neighborhood on NE 91st Street, NE 90th Street and 126th Avenue NE. Why: Many areas of the city do not have access to sewer services and the homes in these areas have [...]
Public Invited to Special Meeting on Rail Corridor, Feb 28
Port of Seattle Commission Meets in Kirkland for First Step toward Rail Corridor Transfer Public invited to February 28 special meeting, Kirkland City Hall, 10 a.m. As a first step in the transfer of the Kirkland Segment of the Eastside Rail Corridor from the Port of Seattle (Port) to the City of Kirkland, the [...]
Volunteers Needed for Kirkland Shamrock Run, March 17
The Kirkland Shamrock Run is seeking volunteers to watch intersections as runners pass during the 5K run. The first annual event is on the morning of Saturday, March 17th (St. Patrick’s Day). Event organizers need at least 16 people to volunteer to stand watch at intersections along the course. This will be a great way to watch the [...]
LWHS Softball Dine-in Fundraiser at Tres Hermanos, Wednesday, Feb. 29
Attention Lake Washington High School Softball Team supporters: Please join the Lake Washington High School Softball Team at Tres Hermanos on Wednesday February 29th. Present this flyer at either your lunch or dinner and a portion of your bill will be donated to the LWHS Softball team for 2012!! Enjoy great food and friends all [...]
Lake Washington Institute of Technology Receives Four-Year Baccalaureate Level Accreditation
Lake Washington Institute of Technology Receives Four-Year Baccalaureate Level Accreditation Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWIT) received accreditation at the baccalaureate level this month from the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), the region’s authority on higher education accreditation. The new designation includes the college’s Bachelor of Technology in Applied Design (BTAD) degree [...]
Zero One Vintners Opens in Downtown Kirkland
Sunday was the opening day for Zero One Vintners, a new tasting and retail wine shop in Downtown Kirkland. The contemporary decor, furnishings and open floor plan of Zero One makes good use of a space which might go unnoticed if walking by quickly. Keep an eye out for signage which leads you around the [...]
SR 520 weekend construction complete, Next closure March 9-12
Next up: Evergreen Point Road demolition to close SR 520 March 9-12 The cranes are gone and traffic is back on State Route 520 this morning after a busy weekend of construction. Crews installed concrete girders and deck panels for lidded overpasses that will reconnect communities as part of an improved six-lane highway. Forty huge [...]
Backyard Chickens Coming Soon To Your Neighborhood?
The Planning Commission and the Houghton Community Council are considering staff recommendations to make Zoning Code and Municipal Code amendments including one in particular which has caught the eye of several folks in town, an expansion of residential zones in which chickens are allowed. The staff memo also discusses the maximum number of backyard chickens [...]
Air Gun Safety Notice from Kirkland Police Department
The Kirkland Police Department has responded to several 9-1-1 calls about “assault rifles” being carried by individuals dressed in fatigues. Upon investigation, it was determined the guns were air guns but the responding officers initially treated the guns as though they were real. The Police Department has created a Public Safety Notice about Kirkland laws on [...]
City of Kirkland 2012 Community Survey Online
Citizens who did not participate in telephone survey may want to complete online survey by Friday, March 9 The City of Kirkland conducts a community opinion survey every two years to gauge citizen satisfaction with the level and quality of services provided. In mid-February a random selection of Kirkland citizens were contacted through landlines [...]
Eastside Audubon Shorebird Sessions Set Stage For Spring
Course Combines Photos and Field Trip to Enhance Enjoyment of Coastal Visits Every visitor to the Washington shore loves those little birds that dart around at the water’s edge or take off in dazzling flocks doing synchronized aerobatics. As much fun they are to watch, the shorebirds are even more entertaining when you start to [...]
Volunteers Needed for Friday Market, Emergency Management and Sign Removal
The following volunteer opportunities are available through the City of Kirkland: I’M NOT A VICTIM–I JUST PLAY ONE AS A VOLUNTEER! Volunteers with a flare for the dramatic are needed to assist with an emergency management training class on March 4th at the Peter Kirk Community Center from 7:30 to noon. Each “victim” will choose [...]
School year extended one day; students to attend May 4
Lake Washington School District will make up two of three snow days by changing a teacher professional development day (LEAP day) to a regular school day and by extending the school year one day. The LEAP day planned for Friday, May 4, will now be a regular school day. The last day of school, [...]
Kirkland’s Mayor and Cultural Council Announce Art Award Winners at March 5 Ceremony
Public invited to event at Creatio Studio, NW University Kirkland Mayor Joan McBride and the Kirkland Cultural Council will present the CACHET Award to a business or individual on Monday, March 5, 2012. The public is invited to the award ceremony to applaud the efforts of those engaged in the arts, culture, and/or heritage [...]
Creme Tangerine to perform at Summer Concert Series
The 2012 Kirkland Summer Concert lineup has been announced and it is full of great performances for all ages. View the list below or check out their website at http://kirklandsummerconcerts.org/. Note that the evening concerts will end at 8:30 this year. Interested sponsors can contact moc.liamgnull@strecnoCremmuSdnalkriK for more information about the great advertising benefits available. Children’s [...]
Vacancies on Parking Advisory Board, Tourism Development Committee; Apply by March 15
The City of Kirkland has adult vacancies occurring on two of its advisory boards and commissions: Parking Advisory Board and Tourism Development Committee. Eligibility requirements differ for each. Interested citizens are invited to apply. Completed applications must be received by the City Clerk prior to 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 15, 2012. To learn more about each [...]
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