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This Week in Kirkland

The City of Kirkland

Want to stay connected with your local government? Hosted by Deputy City Manager Jim Lopez, the official podcast of the City of Kirkland brings you timely topics and noteworthy news every week. It’s policy, parks, events, and democracy, so join us for the civic conversation straight from City Hall. Made in Kirkland, Washington.

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16:51

October 31, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/10/31

This week Jim, Kate and David invite your input on upcoming public hearings at the Nov 6 City Council meeting. Plus, the draft K2044 Comprehensive Plan is posted and available to review. Recognizing National First Responders Day. Public Works and Parks crews prep for winter weather. Take advantage of free extra yard waste pick up in November. Special guest: John Lloyd, Deputy Director of Parks and Community Services, takes our Parks quiz and shares about the upcoming AED ribbon cutting event....

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29:21

October 24, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/10/24

This week Jim, Kate, and David invite you to the AED unveiling event on Nov 2. Plus, share your input on the City budget. Submit a design for the Kirkland Flag. Get your minority- or women-owned business certified with the state for greater opportunities. Shout out to Councilmember Falcone's newest appointment. Register to the Girls Youth Basketball League. Help keep Kirkland clean and Adopt-a-Road. Join us at Dia de los Muertos and other upcoming events. Special guest: Sergeant John Ness, Ki...

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32:03

October 17, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/10/17

This week Jim, Kate, and David remind you to get your ballot in. Plus, info on the Great ShakeOut earthquake drill. Practice pedestrian safety this October and Halloween. A Council meeting recap. Provide feedback on the city's Commute Trip Reduction Plan. Join the Cultural Arts Commission, the Tourism Development Committee, or the Senior Council. Share your vision for an official Kirkland flag. Submit your pet costume photos to our #KirklandPetTags contest for a chance to win $50 Kirkland Ca$...

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25:08

October 10, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/10/10

This week Jim, Kate, and David challenge you to a Budget Pop Quiz. Plus, party at the Pee Wee Monster Bash. Upcoming at City Council. Celebrate Green Kirkland Week and Arbor Day. Recycle your electronic waste. Check your smoke alarm batteries for Fire Prevention Week. Post your pet 'howl'oween costume photos for a chance to win. Donate blood and save a life. Mark your calendars for Dia de los Muertos event. Special guest: Carly Pacekonis, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, brings helpful and...

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25:17

October 3, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/10/03

This week Jim, David, and Anthony invite you to design a Kirkland Flag. Plus, October events like Harvest Festival, Arbor Day, and Dia de los Muertos. Catch a movie with Wheels and Reels. Learn something new at the educational signs in Juanita Beach Park. And more! Special guests: Gianna Stagnaro and Tracy Harrison, Program Coordinators with Parks and Community Services, talk Harvest Festival and what goes into planning a big community event! Kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20241003

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30:39

September 26, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/09/26

This week Jim, Kate, and David invite you to the Harvest Festival. Plus, get your business certified to win bids for state-funded projects. Join the Youth Council. Or join the Senior Council. Stay out of the water at Houghton Beach one more week. Hear what's coming up at City Council. Wrap up preparedness month with your neighbors. Improve transportation in Kirkland by giving feedback on the Transportation Strategic Plan. Get help with utility bills with the Low Income Support Program. Specia...

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28:08

September 19, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/09/19

This week Jim, Kate, and Anthony invite you to the Kirkland Cadets Benefit Car Show. Recapping City Hall For All, the KTUB Grand Re-Opening Celebration, and the latest City Council Meeting. Houghton Beach closed to water activities. Mark your calendars for Health and Wellness Fair. Fall favorite: Kirkland's Costume Swap. Road closure at 124th Ave NE. Upcoming info meeting for I405 at NE 85th St. An invitation to take part in the Energy Smart Eastside Heat Pump. How to be informed for Nation P...

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28:17

September 12, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/09/12

This week Jim, Kate and David (with much excitement) invite you to City Hall for All. Plus, thank the women in law enforcement. Remembering September 11th. What's coming up at City Council. Upcoming Salary Commission public meeting. Kirkland Teen Union Building is open and popping. Get more prepared this National Preparedness Month. Reach out this National Suicide Prevention Week. Become a steward with Green Kirkland Partnership. Visit Juanita Friday Market before the season ends. Help paint ...

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32:47

September 5, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/09/05

This week Jim, Kate, and David invite you to volunteer at City Hall For All and the Green Kirkland Stewardship. A City Council Recap. Reduce waste at our Costume Swap. Join us at the Senior Resource Fair. A reminder of the BYOC Contest ending soon, including the grand prize (e-bike!). An opportunity to recycle hard-to-get-rid-of items at our Recycle Right Event. Be ready for National Preparedness Month. Upcoming events: See Spot Splash, The Kirkland Cadet Benefit Car Show, & the Electric ...

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21:41

August 29, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/08/29

This week David, Kate, and Anthony invite you to the Kirkland Teen Union Building opening. Plus, Labor Day closure. Upcoming at City Council. Reminder to yield to emergency vehicles. Enjoy cars and BBQ at the Kirkland Cadet Benefit Car Show. Get utility help with the Low Income Support Program. Submit your non-profit for a community fundraising opportunity. Mark your calendars for upcoming events. Special guest: Tiffany Trombley, Neighborhood Resource Officer, shares about the Community Polic...

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31:15

August 22, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/08/22

This week David, Kate, and Anthony invite you to City Hall for All. Plus, safety reminders for the start of school. Trade in for an electric leaf blower. Book a group trip with Community Van. Donate blood and enter to win $$. Reserve a time at See Spot Splash. Learn CPR. Connect with resources at the Health and Wellness Fair. Special guests: Theresa Vander Vaart, Recreation Supervisor, and Drew Bylow, Program Coordinator, get pumped for the re-opening of the Kirkland Teen Union Building (KTUB...

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32:41

August 15, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/08/15

This week Jim, Kate, and David invite you to sign up for the Kirkland Initiative. A few ribbon-cutting recaps: the new Connections crisis center and the Houghton Park & Play. Houghton Beach reopened. Registrations for See Spot Splash and Park's Fall and Winter Recreation. Washington State's Polystyrene ban. Upcoming events: Emergency preparedness for seniors and Hand Mending & Embroidery for Beginners. Special guest: Councilmember Neal Black, shares how his passions led him to Kirklan...

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29:50

August 8, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/08/09

This week Jim, Kate, and David Invite you to the Kirkland Cadet's Benefit Car Show. Plus, a recap of National Night Out. Houghton Beach Closure. A recap of the latest City Council Meeting. Sign up for Green Kirkland. Blood donation giveaway. A recap of our latest Animal Control Officer Meet & Greet. An August community challenge. Upcoming closures at NE 85th St at I405. Kirkland analog days, See Spot Splash, and other upcoming events. Special guest: Councilmember Amy Falcone chats about t...

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28:28

August 1, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/08/01

This week Jim, Sue, and Kate invite you to the Houghton Park and Play ribbon cutting. Meet Animal Control Officer Angela Arnold this Saturday at Juanita Beach Park. Beware of recent scams. Upcoming at City Council. Stay out of the water at Houghton Beach. Grab a job at Parks' Job Fair August 6. Meet our new Fire Marshal. Grill safely. Get out at an upcoming event. Special guest: John Tymczyszyn shares stories from his past and tells of his experience as the newest Councilmember.https://kirkla...

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25:05

July 25, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/07/25

This week Jim, Sue, and David unveil the new #KirklandPetTags contest. Plus, upcoming closures: NE 85th St at I405 and Juanita Drive. Houghton Beach closure. A fun video by our Youth Transit Ambassadors. An opportunity to join a Board or Commission. Office of Emergency Management pop-ups. Helpful info for King County election ballots. Tips on wildlife safety and safe traveling. Special guest: Gena Jain, Environmental Education and Outreach Specialist shares an upcoming Recycle Right Event and...

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31:48

July 18, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/07/18

This week Jim, Kate, and David share upcoming community input opportunities for the RapidRide K Line route. Plus, beach closures update. KPD Kirkland Cadets open recruitment. A recap on our latest City Council Meeting. Last call for National Night Out requests. An upcoming Paddle Battle Pickleball Tournament. Tips on playground safety, traveling safety, and vehicle theft prevention. A childcare program for local residents. Special guest: Jay Arnold, Deputy Mayor talks about his passions and p...

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32:28

July 11, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/07/11

This week Jim, Sue, and David invite you to an open house on the future of Houghton Village. Plus, participate in National Night Out. Sign up for an emergency preparedness course. Upcoming at City Council. Update on the City's network disruption. Hot weather and pet safety reminders. Electrical safety tips. Upcoming recycling event. Outdoor Summer Movie series is back. Summer Concert Series gets national recognition. Special guest: Councilmember Penny Sweet shares about woodworking, scooters,...

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28:36

July 4, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/07/04

This week Jim and David give an update on the City's network disruption. Plus, National Night Out's coming up. How to vote in the Teen Union Building design contest. A recap of the July 2 Council meeting. Highlighting some major milestones for Cascade Water Alliance, the Regional Crisis Response Agency, and Amazon's Project Kuiper. Beach updates. Summer sun and pet safety tips. Heads up on Fall Pee Wee soccer registration. Special guest (sorta): Communicati...

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26:38

June 27, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/06/28

This week Jim, Kate, and David talk Fourth of July details. Plus, tips for home burglary prevention. Reminders on how to practice safe swimming. A preview of the City Council meeting. Sign up for disaster training through Community Emergency Response Training. Lithium Ion battery safety tips. Upcoming events. Special guest: Mayor Kelli Curtis tells what it's like to be Mayor of Kirkland and her mission to get the community involved.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20240627

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24:57

June 20, 2024 - TWIK

This Week in Kirkland ·

2024/06/20

This week Jim, Kate, and David announce the latest beach closure. Submit a design for KTUB. Save the date for Junior League Softball World Series. Get active and meet community at Houghton Park and Play. Try out Metro Flex. Bring Your Own Cup for a chance at a prize. Special guest: Maryke Burgess, Recreation Supervisor, invites all to the Celebrate Kirkland Fourth of July Parade!kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20240620

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