A heartfelt thank you to the incredible crews working tirelessly to clean up and keep our community safe after this week’s storm.

Here's what to keep in mind as we recover from the storm:

• When inclement weather creates treacherous road conditions, it’s important to use 9-1-1 only for true emergencies.
• To report a road blocked by trees, please provide information through Our Kirkland (https://kirklandwa.qscend.com/ourkirkland/) or call 425-587-3900. City of Kirkland staff will respond to your request as resources become available.
• To report a tree down on a power line, please contact Puget Sound Energy at 1-888-225-5773 or at www.pse.com.
• Reminder that when you come to a dark traffic signal, treat it as an all-way stop. Please use caution and stay safe on the roads.
• Find out if your bus route is impacted by weather here: https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/metro/rider-tools/service-advisories
• Check street conditions with the City’s 30 real-time traffic cameras: https://trafficmap.kirklandwa.gov/
• For road conditions beyond Kirkland: https://wsdot.com/travel/real-time/
• Stay away from downed power lines. Always assume downed power lines are live and pose a serious safety risk.
• Always operate generators outside with proper ventilation to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

For the latest updates on road closures, service announcements, and safety information, visit our November 2024 Wind Storm Event webpage.

Thanks and continue to be stay safe out there, Kirkland!

Test Your Budget Knowledge and Enter to Win

How does Kirkland fund safe streets, clean parks, and a thriving community? It’s all about the budget!

Want to know more and have your say? Take our quick quiz to learn how we prioritize spending, test your knowledge, and enter to win a prize!

Get involved: https://kirklandwa.gov/budget

Shaping Kirkland’s Future: Final Steps in the Comp Plan Update

We’re nearing the finish line for Kirkland’s 2044 Comprehensive Plan. This plan serves as a guide for the city for the next 20 years, and your input has been invaluable in shaping it. Thank you!

Here’s what’s next:

• Check the FAQ for answers to common questions about the Comp Plan.
• Review Draft Chapters of the updated plan on the K2044 Comprehensive Plan webpage.
• Read the Final Environmental Impact Statement on the City’s website.
• City Council Study Session on the final draft at November 19 Council meeting can be viewed at the City Council webpage
• Final Adoption by City Council: December 10, 2024.

Thank you for staying engaged as we work together to shape Kirkland’s future! Learn more: kirklandwa.gov/K2044

Even before the storm, our Street Crew has been hard at work clearing our roads or leaves and debris!

Our 3 street sweepers are currently running 6 days a week. AND we’ve got a 5-person crew, a backhoe, two dump trucks, and flatbed pickups to clear out as many leaves from the right-of-way as possible.

We’re sweeping in south to north rotations, focusing on areas prone to urban flooding. Covering the entire city—660 lane miles—takes about 1 to 2 months per cycle. We sweep the city at least 7 times a year, totaling 4,620 miles, while arterials get extra attention with 15 to 20 sweeps annually.

Thanks for the hard work, Street Crew!

Get ready to make magical memories! This winter, our community is coming alive with holiday cheer through a lineup of festive events for all ages. From sparkling light displays and holiday markets to music performances and family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

• Cereal with Santa
• Snowflake Ball
• Community Bonfires
• Holiday D'Lights (50+)
• Holiday with the Hawks (50+)
• Teens-Giving Feast (Teens)
• Holiday Escape Room & Cocoa Bar (Teens) 

Learn more at https://www.KirklandParks.net.

City administrative offices are closed on November 28 and 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Fire, police, and other critical services will remain fully operational. City services normally accessible through email, the Our Kirkland service portal, and over the phone will resume at 8 a.m., Monday, December 2. 

For 2024 City Hall closures, visit the City’s website.

On November 19, the Mayor, on behalf of the City Council, proclaimed November 29 as Native American Heritage Day in Kirkland. In celebration of Native American Heritage Day, the City invited Snoqualmie Council Member Jolene Williams to speak on her experience in the community. Her strong upbringing with her elders, grandparents, and family guided and helped her to become a good example for future generations who will follow behind her.

For the City of Kirkland, we acknowledge that the Southern Salish Sea region lies on the unceded and ancestral land of the Coast Salish peoples, the Duwamish, Muckleshoot, Puyallup, Skykomish, Snoqualmie, Snohomish, Suquamish and Tulalip tribes and other tribes of the Puget Sound Salish people, and that present-day City of Kirkland is in the traditional heartland of the Lake People and the River People. We honor with gratitude the land itself, the First People – who have reserved treaty rights and continue to live here since time immemorial – and their ancestral heritage. 

For more information, visit https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Government/City-Managers-Office/Local-Land-Acknowledgement.

Kirkland's Recreation Scholarship Fund changes lives by opening doors for youth, adults, and seniors to participate in programs they couldn’t otherwise afford. Your generosity can send a child to swim lessons, summer camp, or sports programs, giving them confidence and joy. It can provide a senior with the chance to explore the region on a fun day trip or help a teen discover the beauty of the outdoors through adventure programs.

These experiences build community, connection, and lasting memories for our neighbors in need. Join us in making a difference—every gift, no matter the size, creates opportunities that truly matter.

Donate today at www.kirklandparks.net under the "Scholarship Fund" tab or call 425-587-3336 to contribute. Thank you for supporting a thriving, inclusive community! Together, we can make Kirkland brighter for all.