This Week: Council Preview | City Hall for All | Remembering 9/11 | Police Womens Day

The Kirkland City Council is scheduled to convene for a hybrid meeting on September 17, 2024, allowing residents to participate either in person or through Zoom. This meeting's agenda is packed with important topics that include a presentation on the Energy Smart Eastside initiative, which promotes energy efficiency across the Eastside region. Council members will also review proposed adjustments to utility rates for the coming two years, a matter of significant interest to local residents. Another key agenda item is a negotiation framework for a partnership between the City of Kirkland and the Seattle Kraken regarding the Iceplex and the Community Center. Public hearings will take place concerning revenue sources for the 2025-2026 budget and the Council's stance on two initiative measures.

Prior to the business meeting, a study session will be held to discuss Human Services Grant Funding recommendations and the Houghton Village Development Plan. The community is encouraged to stay engaged by subscribing to meeting agendas via the City’s email lists. Overall, the meeting represents a vital opportunity for residents to engage with local governance and voice their opinions.