Construction, Co-Working Day, New Tax Rules Coming, and City Hall 4 All!

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September 8, 2025

NE 85th Street/Central Way Paving

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The City of Kirkland has hired Lakeside Industries to pave Central Way from 6th Street to Market Street.  Daytime work is expected to begin August 18th and will consist of curb, gutter and curb ramp repairs, utility lowering, grinding off the top layer of asphalt and repairing damaged sections of the pavement.  Staff expect a night work request from Lakeside Industries Inc. to close Central Way for five nights for final paving and striping. Nighttime work will pave the street’s surface along Central Way from 6th Street to Market Street.  The section of Lake Street between Central Way and Park Lane is also expected to be paved with this project.

The nighttime closure of Central Way for paving will be advertised on the project website, This Week in Kirkland traffic alerts, the Kirkland Facebook page and construction signs on Market Street and Northeast 85th Street.

When will construction on NE 85th Street/Central Way be completed?

This overlay project is expected to be complete in October, 2025. 

The NE 85th Street Shared-Use Pathway project from Sixth Street to I-405 is expected to be complete in Spring, 2026.

WSDOT’s I-405/NE 85th Street In-line BRT Station and Interchange improvements project is expected to be complete mid-2027.

Visit www.kirklandwa.gov/capitalprojects for more information on all Kirkland’s capital projects.

Rosalie Wessels

Public Works - Capital Improvement Program

Community Engagement Coordinator & Drone Pilot

Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) Fall Job & Internship Fair

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Date: November 19, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: LWTech
11605 132nd Ave NE, 
East Bldg, 1st Floor
Kirkland, WA 98034

LWTech is inviting local businesses to participate in their upcoming Fall Job & Internship Fair. This free event is a great opportunity for employers to connect with skilled students and alumni from LWTech's diverse career training programs. Interested businesses can submit interest via the Employer Interest Form. For questions, contact Career.Services@LWTech.edu or (425) 739-8113.

City Hall for All Returns to Celebrate Community THIS WEEKEND!

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Date: September 13, 2025

Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Location: Kirkland City Hall | 123 5th Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033

City Hall for All is here again! The City of Kirkland invites community members and neighbors from across the region to celebrate the work in communities to become welcoming places for all in Kirkland. 

In alignment with Welcoming Week, the City of Kirkland is hosting this free, family-friendly event at Kirkland City Hall (123 5th Ave.) on Saturday, September 13 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Check out our Economic Development booth where Shawn Palmer, OneEastside business advisor, will be available! 

“City Hall for All is one of my favorite events each year because it shows what makes Kirkland so special - neighbors connecting, cultures sharing, and everyone feeling like they belong here,” said Deputy Mayor Jay Arnold. “This year is especially meaningful as we celebrate Kirkland becoming the first city in Washington to be recognized as a Certified Welcoming Place by Welcoming America. Come help us mark this momentous achievement for our entire community and join in the spirit of belonging at this year’s City Hall for All.” 

For more information, visit the City Hall for All webpage

This Wednesday: Co-Working Day and Free Business Advising

Co-Working

When: 2nd Wednesday of the Month, from 11 AM to 2 PM

Where: Kirkland City Hall

Who: All are welcome! We have a quiet space and an option for business advising

Join us for the entire time or pop in at the times that work best for you. Instead of working from your house, office, or local coffee shop, join us at City Hall!

Need some one-on-one assistance? Sign up below!

Business Advising 1:1 Sign Up with Shawn Palmer

Business Advising 1:1 Marketing, Branding, Strategy with Jonathan Blanco

Why: Created specifically and exclusively for entrepreneurs, founders, and business owners in the beautiful city of Kirkland. Startup and Small Business Co-Working is designed to foster collaboration, inspire innovation, and provide valuable resources to help you thrive in your entrepreneurial journey along with fellow entrepreneurs, founders, and business owners.

Hosted by the City of Kirkland, Startup425, and OneEastside. Learn more here

Get Your Business Ready- New Tax Rules Coming

Seattle Metro Chamber Briefing

During the 2025 legislative session, state leaders passed a $9.4 billion revenue package, the largest tax increase in Washington state history. On October 1, 2025, the new rules for the Sales and Use and B&O taxes will become effective.

Join our special webinar with the Department of Revenue to learn everything you need to ensure your business is ready to be in compliance with these new rules.

Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025

Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Virtual: Register here

Construction Updates

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While doing business in Kirkland, you may occasionally be impacted by construction projects. Keep up-to-date on projects as they are planned and happen by visiting the City of Kirkland's construction project webpage using this link.

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