September 19, 2018 — You'll find in this issue:
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Join us on Saturday, October 6th at City Hall for All
The City of Kirkland would like to invite you to City Hall for All on Saturday, October 6, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at City Hall, 123 5th Ave. This event is an opportunity for you to get your City business taken care of on a Saturday, provide feedback on various topics, and learn about community resources. For the City of Kirkland, this is an opportunity for us to meet you, hear your thoughts, and welcome you to your City Hall.
On Saturday, City staff will be available to process utility payments, provide passport services, license your pet, license your business, and assist you at the Parks Department counter. Additionally, outside resources will be available to register you to vote and to provide consultations for your small business.
City Hall for All is also a great time to have coffee with a Councilmember, find out about volunteer opportunities, learn about City programs, and participate in focus groups on the City's Americans with Disabilities Act Plan and the Bike Share Pilot Program.
More information about activities and services available during City Hall for All is available online at www.kirklandwa.gov/cityhallforall. We hope that you will be able to drop-by and see us. We look forward to meeting you.
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City of Kirkland Receives Eleventh Consecutive "Clean" Audit
The City of Kirkland has received its eleventh consecutive “clean” audit from the Office of the Washington State Auditor.
Earlier this year, the Office of the Washington State Auditor completed an accountability audit, a financial statement and federal grant compliance audit, and issued an opinion letter regarding the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. In the Exit Conference, the Auditor’s Office stated that, “We commend the City of Kirkland for not having any findings or management letters given the size and complexity of the City.”
“The audit reports confirm the City of Kirkland’s high standards and strong performance in transparency, accountability, and responsible management of public funds,” said Deputy Mayor Jay Arnold, Chair of the Finance and Administration Committee. “Fiscal responsibility will continue to be a top priority for the City of Kirkland.”
The City of Kirkland has a long history of being recognized for financial transparency and accountability. In 2016, the City received the State Auditor’s Stewardship Award, “presented in recognition of outstanding accomplishment in the stewardship of public resources as we pursue the shared goal of government that works better, costs less, and earns greater public trust”.
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City Council Approves Resolution in Support of Initiative Measure No. 1639
During their September 18, Regular Business Meeting, the Kirkland City Council voted to approve a Resolution Supporting Initiative Measure No. 1639. Thank you to the many residents who came out on Tuesday, on both sides of the issue, to give public comment. Also, thank you to everyone who took the time to provide comments in writing or via email. The full text of the Resolution and the information provided in the City council packet is available on the City website.
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What are your Priorities for Kirkland in the Future?
Welcome to the City of Kirkland’s first City Spotlight video with our very own Mayor Amy Walen. This is the first of nine videos featuring our Councilmembers and shining the light on various areas of the City.
Click on the image below to watch, comment, like, share and follow our journey!
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Upcoming Events
Sept. 22 Volunteer to Restore Habitat at Heronfield Wetlands
Join us in restoring habitat at Heronfield Wetlands, also known as Jasper’s Dog Park, for our four-legged (and two-legged) friends in the Juanita and Totem Lake neighborhoods on Saturday Sept. 22, 10am to 2 p.m., Join with your fellow dog lovers, the Green Kirkland Partnership and EarthCorps to help remove invasive blackberry and spread mulch to prepare for fall planting in the natural area adjacent to the off-leash dog park. No experience needed, all tools and training provided. Event details and registration are on the EarthCorps website.
Sept. 24 - 29 Halloween Costume Swap!
Instead of buying new Halloween costumes this year, trade costumes at Kirkland’s Halloween Costume Swap! The week of Sept. 24-28, donate last year’s costumes at City Hall or North Kirkland Community Center. Then, come to the swap event on Sept. 29 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at City Hall (Peter Kirk Room) and pick out a new-to-you costume. Reusing garments instead of buying new is a great way to reduce your environmental impact.
Sept. 26 Sound Sustainable Farms Tour
Dig in to local, low-impact food on a tour of Sound Sustainable Farms in Redmond on Sept. 26. The farm grows organic produce for local restaurants, Hopelink, and farm boxes. Register for the tour here.
Oct 4. Go Behind the Scenes at the Recycling Center
See what happens to your recycling after it’s picked up from your curb. Tour the Cascade Recycling Center in Woodinville on Oct. 4 or Oct. 11. See the sorting equipment and workers in action on this special behind-the-scenes tour. Learn why you can recycle certain materials in your cart, but not others. Only a few spaces remain in each tour, so sign up now! Register online for the Oct. 4 Tour or for the Oct. 11 Tour.
Oct. 20 Volunteer for Arbor Day
Sign-up now to help plant trees in Rose Hill Woodlands Park for the Kirkland Arbor Day celebration on Oct. 20 at North Rose Hill Woodlands Park. The day includes a tree giveaway (1 per Kirkland household) and great info on how to care for your urban tree canopy. Sign up to volunteer on the City website.
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Alternative Formats
Persons with disabilities may request materials in alternative formats. Persons with hearing impairments may access the Washington State Telecommunications Relay Service at 711.
Title VI: The City of Kirkland’s policy is to ensure full compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 by prohibiting discrimination against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin or sex in the provision of benefits and services resulting from programs and activities. Any person who believes his/her Title VI protection has been violated may file a complaint at 425-587-3021 or TitleVICoordinator@kirklandwa.gov.
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