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132nd Square Park in Kirkland's Evergreen Hills/Kingsgate neighborhood has been renovated, introducing the city's first synthetic turf playfield and an all-abilities playground. The park features amenities like a reflexology path, picnic shelters, and athletic fields for community use, aiming to enhance engagement through recreational opportunities and public art.
The City of Kirkland invites residents to participate in focus groups on the podcast 'This Week in Kirkland' to share their feedback. Scheduled for December 16 and 17, 2024, these sessions aim to gather insights from both listeners and non-listeners to enhance the podcast's content and format.
The City of Kirkland is seeking community feedback on its podcast, 'This Week in Kirkland,' which highlights local events and issues. Residents are encouraged to share their thoughts as the City Council prepares to discuss the K2044 Comprehensive Plan and other important topics in the upcoming meeting on December 10, 2024.
The Kirkland City Council will hold a hybrid meeting on December 10, 2024, to discuss important agenda items such as the 2025-2026 budget and the K2044 Comprehensive Plan. Community members are invited to participate in person or via Zoom and can submit comments before or during the meeting.
The December 5, 2024, edition of 'This Week in Kirkland' highlights upcoming city council meetings, holiday events, and winter preparedness initiatives, encouraging community engagement through feedback opportunities for the city's podcast and featuring local activities like the Winterfest Tree Lighting and a Toys for Tots drive.
Houghton Beach Park's swimming area is closed for at least a week due to elevated bacteria levels, posing health risks to people and pets. The rest of the park is open, but residents should avoid swimming or drinking lake water. For updates, visit the King County Lake Swimming Beach Program website.
Kirkland has three guarded swimming beaches—Houghton Beach, Waverly Beach, and Juanita Beach—offering designated swim areas and a lifejacket loaner program. Lifeguards are on duty daily from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Children under 12 must pass a swim test to cross buoy lines. Groups of over 15 should notify officials 48 hours in advance. For water quality updates, visit King County's Lake Swimming Beach Data webpage.
The City Council of Kirkland will adopt the K2044 Comprehensive Plan on December 10, 2024, during two meetings. A special meeting from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. will discuss amendments, followed by a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. for public comments and final deliberations.
Drivers in Kirkland should prepare for traffic delays and restricted parking due to the 12Ks of Christmas run/walk event scheduled for December 15, 2024, at Marina Park. Vehicles parked in restricted areas will be towed, and detailed course maps are available on the official event website.
The article provides essential updates from the City of Kirkland, including a message from the City Manager about the recent windstorm's aftermath, holiday safety tips, and upcoming community events. It highlights the community's resilience and offers vital resources for residents during the holiday season.