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** This Week in Kirkland Podcast - Award-Winning Government Communication

The latest episode of the "This Week in Kirkland" podcast features discussions on local events, including City Hall for All and National Preparedness Month. Special guest Daniel Lazo highlights a range of community activities aimed at engaging residents and promoting civic involvement.

City Council Recap February 18, 2025

The Kirkland City Council held meetings and events in early September 2024, addressing various local issues and initiatives. Notable highlights include the reopening of Houghton Beach and O.O. Denny Park for water activities after health concerns. The council also adopted a process for creating a new city flag and made zoning code amendments.

Doris Cooper Houghton Beach Park: A Community Gem in Kirkland

Public Health – Seattle & King County has advised against swimming at Houghton Beach Park due to elevated bacteria levels, urging both people and pets to stay out of the water for at least a week. The park remains open for other activities, including picnicking and enjoying public art installations. For more information, residents can check King County’s Lake Swimming Beach Data webpage.

This Week: Council Preview | Celebrating 2023 | Tree Recycling | Blue-Green Algae

The City of Kirkland's latest bulletin highlights key upcoming events including a city council preview, celebrations for the year 2023, an initiative for tree recycling, and information on blue-green algae. These topics are vital for local residents, providing timely updates and encouraging community engagement. Residents are urged to participate and stay informed about these significant local issues.

This Week: Council Recap | Fraud Prevention Tips | Be Winter Ready | Lithium-Ion Battery Safety

The City of Kirkland's latest bulletin highlights key community updates, including a recap of recent council activities, crucial fraud prevention tips, and essential advice for winter preparedness and lithium-ion battery safety. This timely information emphasizes local governance and public safety initiatives, ensuring residents are informed and ready for the season.

City of Kirkland Charging Stations Open Saturday November 23

The City of Kirkland will open two public charging stations on Saturday, November 23, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. This initiative aims to support the community amid ongoing challenges posed by a recent windstorm.

This Week: Council Recap | Recycle Event | Police Ceremony | Tree Rebates

The City of Kirkland provides a recap of recent council activities, highlighting important community events including a recycling event, a police ceremony, and available tree rebates. These initiatives aim to engage residents in local governance and environmental sustainability efforts.

Kirkland Municipal Court Currently Operating with Limited Services

Kirkland Municipal Court is currently operating with limited services due to a statewide data system outage, effective from November 4. This disruption affects court operations and services, highlighting critical issues in maintaining public service continuity during technical failures.

This Week: Council Preview | Fall Back | GIS Day | Re+ Pledge

The City of Kirkland's bulletin highlights key events for the week of November 2, 2023, including a preview of the upcoming city council meeting, details on the "Fall Back" daylight savings change, GIS Day activities, and the Re+ Pledge initiative aimed at sustainability. This information is crucial for residents to stay informed about local governance and community initiatives.

This Week: Council Recap | National Award | Free Extra Yard Waste in Nov | Capital Projects Forum

Kirkland City Council highlighted key updates in its recent bulletin, including a recap of council meetings, recognition of a national award, and the provision of free extra yard waste collection in November. Additionally, a capital projects forum was announced to discuss upcoming infrastructure initiatives that will enhance community services and facilities.

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