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May 30, 2024 - TWIK May 30, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David unveil the new Raven Way. Plus, roundabout safety tips. Get assistance with utilities. Wrapping up Building Safety Month. Upcoming at City Council. Highlights from the Surface Water Utility Annual Report. Tips to be fire-wise. Celebrate Pride Month at our June 7 event, donate blood, and other upcoming events. Special guest: Robert Hezlep, market manager for Juanita Friday Market shares what to look forward to this market season!
https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20240530

May 23, 2024 - TWIK May 23, 2024

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This week Jim and Kate announce we are now an award-winning podcast! A reminder about our community survey. Apply to participate in the Celebrate Kirkland parade – and apply for a float grant. A recap on our latest City Council Meeting. Special thanks to our Emergency Medical Services as we recognize EMS Week. A survey to be part of Sound Transit’s upcoming stations’ name picking. Summer fun with our Farmers Markets. Finding your voice in Building Safety Month Week Four. An announcement for our upcoming Memorial Day closure. Special guest, and Hometown Hero finalist: Renee Cox, Crisis Responder Supervisor, provides insight on the impact of our Regional Crisis Response.
https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20240523

May 16, 2024 - TWIK May 16, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David thank all who attended Community Appreciation Night. Tell us what matters most to you in our open survey. Celebrate Bike Everywhere Day. Look ahead to the next Council meeting. Observe National Peace Officers Memorial Day. Read about a KPD crime spree arrest. Learn up on Building Safety Month. Join a clean up event. Practice safe boating and paddling, and more. Special guest: Kate Schmiett, Environmental Education Specialist, talks all about the new Natural Yard Care Ambassador Program.
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May 9, 2024 - TWIK May 09, 2024

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This week Jim and David invite everyone to the Grand Opening of Fire Station 27! Some safety tips on our waterfront parks and beaches. Another free CPR class at Fire Station 22. Two shoutouts to important behind the scenes public service professions. A recap of the City Council Meeting. Some helpful insight on using transit. Tips on bike theft prevention. A reminder of our Spring Recycling Event and Community Appreciation Night. Special Guest: Kurt Aldworth, Building Official, educates us on the importance of building safety.
https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20240509

May 2, 2024 - TWIK May 02, 2024

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This week Jim, David, and Kate report on KPD arresting nine car thieves. Info on the upcoming community survey. Celebrate Juanita Creek’s grant funding. A preview for the upcoming City Council meeting. Heads up on street closures for the Kirkland Half Marathon and 5K. Apply for a parade float grant. Enjoy the annual Kirkland Senior Art Show. Be building safe this Building Safety Month. Keeping children safe in sports. Special guest: Angela Arnold, our newest Animal Control Officer introduces herself and provides information on the Animal Services Program.
https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20240502

April 25, 2024 - TWIK Apr 25, 2024

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This week Jim, David, and Kate send an invite for our Community Appreciation Night. Apply to volunteer, or float(!), in the 4th of July Parade. Plant a tree with the City’s tree rebates and pre-paid certificates. Shape Kirkland’s future with upcoming K2044 public hearings. Get a voucher for a new electric leaf blower. Hear about the Future Women in EMS and Fire Workshop. Support the Pride Crosswalk repair. Sign up for the Mid Sound’s Community Action Training School. A shoutout to Kirkland Events Guide. Special Guest: Ryean-Marie Tuomisto, Water Quality Program Coordinator chats about Storm Water Pollution Prevention and some cool magical artwork to check out at Juanita Beach Park!
https://kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20240425

April 18, 2024 - TWIK Apr 18, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David bring us a heartwarming story on three kidnapped French Bulldogs being reunited with their family. Don’t miss an upcoming Guns for Gift Cards Exchange. A reminder on Distracted Driving Awareness. A recap on our latest City Council Meeting. Thank you to our wonderful 911 dispatchers. A reminder for our Spring Recycling Collection Event in May and our CERT class registration closing on April 19. Donate blood, every pint counts. Upcoming events at the library. Special guest: Katie Hogan, Environmental Program Coordinator informs us about a new Interactive Tree Permit Guide!
https://kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20240418

April 11, 2024 - TWIK Apr 11, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David provide updates on the Lake Street Pedestrian Scramble. An insight into the upcoming council meeting. Review community comments and feedback on the Transportation Strategic Plan. Renew boat launch seasonal cards. Tips to keep everyone safe for National Work Zone Awareness Week. Support the Green Kirkland Partnership. Nominate a Grand Marshal for the Celebrate Kirkland Parade. Celebrate the success of this year’s Business Pitch Competition! Tips for avoiding assault, wildlife safety, and flood preparations. Get informed at a firearms safety presentation. Special Guest: George Dugdale, Financial Planning Manger, informs our listeners about the Kirkland Cares Low Income Support Program.
https://kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20240411

April 4, 2024 - TWIK Apr 04, 2024

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This week Jim and David invite you to bike down and valet your bike while you stroll, shop and dine! Yet again the City achieves the highest credit rating. A recap of our City Council meeting. Take the No Idle Pledge. Keep our families safe with National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Tips to be safe on National Walking Day. Protect your pets with a “Go Kit”. Prevent identity theft. Empty that closet at the Spring Recycle Right Event. Patio season is in the horizon, get that lawn back into shape. Be prepared to save a life, take a CPR class. Final drive-in movie of the season! Donate blood, every pint counts. Get prepared for any emergency in our CERT Class. Special guest: Jeremy Jones, Parks Program Coordinator invites us to Earth Month Stewardship Events!
https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#04042024

March 28, 2024 - TWIK Mar 28, 2024

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This Week, Jim, Kate, and David chat Lake Street Pedestrian Scramble project. Look out for other projects around town. Get tax preparation assistance. Learn, or refresh, CPR skills. Be informed of what's coming up at Council. Protect your home from burglary. Be fire safe with your pet(s). Donate blood to avoid critical shortage. Get inspired at the Kirkland Business Pitch Competition. Be disaster ready with a Community Emergency Response Training course. Special guest: Gena Jain, Environmental Education and Outreach Specialist, teaches us about food waste prevention.
https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20240328

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