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March 21, 2024 - TWIK Mar 21, 2024

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This week, Jim, Sue, and David give you a heads up on Juanita Drive's construction to make it safer and flow better. A recap of the latest City Council meeting. Sign up now for a blood drive at City Hall. We had 30 folks in our recent CPR class - will you attend our next? Kirkland Fire had some special recognitions. Help shape the next 20 years of Kirkland. Parks' Job Fair is coming up. Many more events and some traffic alerts to be aware of. Special guest: Tiffany Trombley, Neighborhood Resource Officer with the Police Department, chats about the upcoming 'Talk with a Cop' event on Wednesday, March 27.
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March 14, 2024 Mar 14, 2024

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This week, Jim, Sue, and David invte you to the inaugural Kirkland Business Pitch Competition! Human services agencies can apply for grants. Kirkland Police is hosting new officer testing. 19 Kirkland Firefighters redefined leg day during the annual stairclimb. City Council preview. Shamrock Run impacts Juanita Beach Park area traffic this weekend. Catch a ride with Metro Flex. I-405/NE 85th St Interchange project meeting. Find a gig at the Parks Job Fair. Toss those electronics responsibly at recycling event. Special guest: Kate Schmiett, Environmental Education & Outreach Specialist, details how folks can earn up to $5,000 rebates for redoing their yard.
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March 7, 2024 - TWIK Mar 07, 2024

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This week, Jim, Sue, and David share about a big theft arrest made by KPD. Set your clocks for Daylight Saving Time. Join the next CPR class. Register for a Spring/Summer Parks program. Avoid tax scams. Check for vehicle-related recalls. Sign up for Camp Blaze. Save money on a heat pump. Grab a job at the Parks Job Fair. Special guest: Carly Pacekonis, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, recruits for the Spring CERT class and helps us to be prepared for emergencies.
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February 29, 2024 - TWIK Feb 29, 2024

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This week, Jim, Kate, and David get you ready for Parks’ spring recreation registration. Fire Station 21 is getting remodeled, and Fire Station 22 hosted our first CPR class. Preview the next Council meeting. Upcoming stewardship opportunities. Be earthquake ready. Provide feedback on the siting of the Northeast Recycling and Transfer Station. Roundabouts vs. traffic circles. Special guests: Christian Switzer, Special Projects Coordinator, and Christian Knight, Community Engagement Coordinator, overview the vision and upcoming impacts of the Lake Street Pedestrian Scramble project in downtown.
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February 22, 2024 - TWIK Feb 22, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate and Anthony chat Kirkland Justice Center treatment program. Appreciate the women of KPD. Take a Parks Ballot survey. Learn up on Housing comprehensive plans in Kirkland. Share feedback on transportation priority projects. Volunteer with A Regional Coalition for Housing (ARCH). Special guest: Jeremy Jones, Green Kirkland Partnership Program Coordinator, shares about the Greek Kirkland Partnership and how to become a Steward with the program.
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February 15, 2024 - TWIK Feb 15, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate and David talk post Parks Ballot Measure survey. Plan ahead for Presidents' Day City Hall closure. Apply for a Board or Commission. Thank a Community Resource Officer. Create a Neighborhood Emergency Plan with your neighbors. Enroll to be a Green Kirkland Steward. Watch out for crypto currency crimes. Prevent electrical fires. Win $5K for your business idea. Watch out for traffic alerts. Catch an upcoming event. Special guest: Kimberly Scrivner, Transportation Planner, chats about the Transportation Strategic Plan, and how you can help prioritize City projects with the interactive feedback map.
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February 8, 2024 - TWIK Feb 08, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate and David talk Business Pitch Competition. Explore the Transportation Strategic Plan interactive map and provide feedback on projects. Sign up for a CPR class. Celebrate the award-winning Totem Lake Connector Bridge. Catch up with a recap of the City Council meeting. Learn about the Community Police Academy. Dispose of paint properly. License your pet this Valentine's Day. Catch a flick at Wheels and Reels drive-in movies. Special guest: Randy Scott, EMS Officer with Kirkland Fire Dept, shares tips for National Burn Awareness Week, as well as some Kirkland history.
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February 1, 2024 - TWIK Feb 01, 2024

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This week Jim, Sue and David chat about the new AED at 132nd Square Park. Councilmember Pascal was appointed to a Washington State Board. Get a Council Meeting preview. Learn about the Point-in-time homelessness count, Special guest: Erika Mascorro, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Manager, encourages folks to apply to serve on a City board or commission.
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January 25, 2024 - TWIK Jan 25, 2024

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This week Jim, Sue and Chris talk new nature steward opportunities with Kirkland Parks and Tilth Alliance. Serve on a City advisory board or commission. Welcome KPD's newest police officers. Be prepared for the Big One and other emergencies. Watch out for closures at I-405 / NE 85th St interchange and join a meeting to learn more. Special guest: Aaron Hussman, Environmental Education and Outreach Coordinator, invites feedback on the Stormwater Management Program Plan.
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January 18, 2024 - TWIK Jan 18, 2024

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This week Jim, David and Kate chat winter time fire prevention. Get notified about nearby development activity. Sweep the salt to protect our water ways. Get a recap of Tuesday's City Council meeting. Know your water servicer before something happens. Protect yourself against fraud. Stay up to date on the WSDOT I-405 projects. Special guest: Ryan Sheaffer, Fire Inspector (and former “Bachelorette” contestant), goes over the five E's of Community Risk Reduction Week.
Find relevant links and info about this episode here: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20240118

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