Kirkland parks enhance safety with solar-powered surveillance cameras

Kirkland installed trailer-mounted surveillance cameras at Houghton Beach Park and O. O. Denny Park to enhance safety as summer approaches. The surveillance system, featuring several cameras powered by solar energy, is a joint effort by the Kirkland Police Department and the Parks and Community Services division. Officers have observed increased vandalism and after-hours activities in these parks during warmer months, prompting the need for these measures.

The cameras are designed to deter crime and can be repositioned based on emerging crime trends. KOMO News is seeking additional information on prior property damage and whether the cameras will be monitored live. The initiative reflects a proactive approach to maintaining public safety in local parks. The cameras aim to ensure the parks remain welcoming for all visitors. Updates will follow as new details become available.