As the first reported COVID death in the US occurred in #kirkland in 2020, our firefighters/EMTs had to develop protocols to protect themselves and the community. Battalion Chief Bill Hoover led our efforts. He was recognized by Seattle Kraken as a "Hero of the Deep". Congrats!

Tax Increment Financing could allow #kirkland to capture more of the value created from new development in the 85th Street station area to pay for needed infrastructure. It's part of growth paying for growth. Join me at tonight's hearing at 6:PM to learn more...

While other jurisdictions are providing for take home patrol vehicles, #kirkland is providing KPD officers with electric vehicles. In addition to helping recruit and retain the best officers, this initiative supports our sustainability values. kirklandwa.gov/Whats-Happenin…

Developing the Cross #Kirkland Corridor as a complete transportation & recreation resource has been a longtime goal. We take a huge step forward toward our vision with Totem Lake Connector bridge, opening Saturday! Join us at 2:PM.

Today's the day! Join us to celebrate the opening of the new #KirklandTLC bike and pedestrian bridge from 2-4pm! See you soon!

It’s Election Day for the primary, including important #Kirkland City Council and Port races. Get your ballots postmarked today or in a drop box by 8:PM.

While work commitments will prevent me from visiting this evening, I hope everyone has wonderful National Night Out block parties tonight! kirklandwa.gov/Government/Dep…

A true leader and patriot puts the country over their own ambition and ego. Joe Biden has always shown he such a person and truly good human being.

Donald Trump has zero empathy. When he complains about how "Joe Biden was treated" (when actually Biden decided not to run and VP Harris became the nominee), it comes from a place of fear. Fear that a party would want to make a change. For *exactly* the same reasons.

***Missing vulnerable adult*** Please call 425-577-5656 or 911 if seen. Went missing at 1:45pm 2day 08-21-2024. Last seen in the Kirkland Kingsgate area near NE 144th PL and 129th PL NE. Was wearing dark pants, a red tshirt, and had a black pouch around neck for medical needs.

***FOUND*** Thank you to our wonderful Kirkland community members who continued to search for a missing Kirkland resident! David has been found! For more information click here: kirklandwa.gov/Whats-Happenin…

(1/2) On National Police Women’s Day 9/12 we recognize all the amazing women who work in law enforcement. Thank you to the women of the Kirkland PD - including our Chief! - for serving our community with honor, integrity, and courage.

Pens down. Time to turn in your final exam for democracy 2024. Ballots must be postmarked by today or returned to a drop box by 8:PM. #kirkland ballot drop boxes are at City Hall and the Kingsgate Library.

We have lost a #kirkland lion, Dave Asher. A fierce advocate with a big heart, Dave's longtime service on the city council inspired many to get involved (including me). He worked tirelessly for kids and people in need, was a champion for neighborhoods, and led our state

As we are starting to see snow fall in #kirkland, bookmark kirklandwa.gov/snow for information on priority snow routes and current snowplow status.

Catch Mariners broadcaster and #Kirkland's own Aaron Goldsmith on This Week in Kirkland to discuss his career journey to move to Kirkland and join the Ms! (The also episode has good info on prepping for snow and upcoming events...) youtube.com/watch?v=FBPKJl…

With the excitement around light rail, people ask "when is light rail coming to Kirkland?" You can see the enthusiasm deflate when they learn it's scheduled for 2044. I support adding a link from downtown Redmond to Totem Lake in addition to the already planned connection to

We need to all agree political violence has no place in this country. We must all recognize that both sides have been the victims of political violence.