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January 11, 2024 - TWIK Jan 11, 2024

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This week Jim, David and Kate talk cold weather tips and send appreciation to our amazing police department. Welcome our new KFD recruits. Plan ahead for City Hall holiday closure. Get help securing housing with the Rental Risk Assistance Fund. Special guest: Chris Gavigan, Deputy Director of Public Works, talks about the new snow plow tracker map.
Find relevant links and info about this episode here: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20240111

January 4, 2024 - TWIK Jan 04, 2024

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This week Jim, David and Kate chat the latest Council meeting and the selection of Councilmember Kelli Curtis to serve as Kirkland's next Mayor and Deputy Mayor Jay Arnold to continue serving in that role. Plan ahead for I405 traffic changes. Celebrate Toby Nixon's tenure on Council. Check off your new year's resolutions with local businesses. License your pets. Learn about the oil spill clean up at Marina Park, and more! Special guest: Gena Jain, Environmental Education and Outreach Specialist, shares about a recent tour of the Cascade Recycling Center, plus super interesting recycling facts you can re-use to sound smart to your friends.
Find relevant links and info about this episode here: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Government/City-Managers-Office/Communications/This-Week-in-Kirkland-Podcast#20240104

December 28, 2023 - TWIK Dec 28, 2023

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This week Jim, David and Kate share how to compost your Christmas Tree. Ride fare-free on Metro and others this New Year's Eve. Pet parenting tips for winter. Safely use space heaters. Look out for Algae Blooms. Watch your speed on Goodwill Hill. Special segment: Celebrating 2023 with a recap of big projects, achievements, and milestones.
Find relevant links and info about this episode here: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Government/City-Managers-Office/Communications/This-Week-in-Kirkland-Podcast#20231228

December 21, 2023 - TWIK Dec 21, 2023

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This week Jim, Kate and Chris share about a recent, big KPD arrest. Follow tips to prevent DUIs and avoid theft this holiday season. Plan for City Hall holiday hours and closures. Celebrate and Shop Local for magic finds. Mark the calendar for upcoming events, and more! Special guest: Chief Joe Sanford, Chief of Kirkland Fire Department, talks holiday fire safety.
Find relevant links and info about this episode here: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Government/City-Managers-Office/Communications/This-Week-in-Kirkland-Podcast#20231221

December 14, 2023 - TWIK Dec 14, 2023

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This week Jim, Kate and David provide holiday reminders and tips. See if you qualify for rental risk assistance. Get ready for winter weather. Hold a meeting at Fire Station 22's Community Room. Practice Holiday sustainability. Special guest: Officer Tiffany Trombley, Neighborhood Resource Officer, chats car prowl safety during holiday shopping season. Learn about upcoming events and so much more!
Find relevant links and info about this episode here: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Government/City-Managers-Office/Communications/This-Week-in-Kirkland-Podcast#20231214

December 7, 2023 - TWIK Dec 07, 2023

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This week Jim, Sue and David invite you to Light Up Kirkland. Also, donate to Kirkland Fire Dept's Toy Drive. Remember safety this holiday season for pets and decorations. Utilize our Community Van Program. Sign up for WM service alerts. Get your Tree Code questions answered. Special guest: Christian Switzer, Special Projects Coordinator, chats Shop Local Kirkland. Learn about what's upcoming at Council, events, and so much more!
Find relevant links and info about this episode here: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Government/City-Managers-Office/Communications/This-Week-in-Kirkland-Podcast#20231207

November 30, 2023 - TWIK Nov 30, 2023

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This week Jim, Sue and Chris chat electric heat pumps. Also, recruitment opportunities to join Kirkland Police and Fire. Get your tree questions answered with a new, handy tree code tool. Apply to join the King Conservation District. Join an I-405/NE 85th St project meeting. Special guest: Maryke Burgess, Recreation Supervisor, share all about Light Up Kirkland! Hear about upcoming events, and so much more!
Find relevant links and info about this episode here: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Government/City-Managers-Office/Communications/This-Week-in-Kirkland-Podcast#20231130

November 22, 2023 - Special Edition Nov 22, 2023

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In this special Thanksgiving edition, David introduces special guest Carly Pacekonis, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, to share safe cooking tips this holiday.
Watch Carly's "Let's Chat: Cooking Fire Prevention and Response" video here.

November 16, 2023 - TWIK Nov 16, 2023

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This week Jim, Sue and Kate remind about the Thanksgiving holiday City Hall closure. Also, what's coming up at Council. Claim a tree rebate. Recognize Crash Responder Safety Week. Join an I-405/NE 85th St project meeting. Special guest: Aaron Hussman, Environmental Education and Outreach Coordinator, chats about the Don't Wait to Inflate campaign with a chance to win a prize.
Find relevant links and info about this episode here: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Government/City-Managers-Office/Communications/This-Week-in-Kirkland-Podcast#20231116

November 9, 2023 - TWIK Nov 09, 2023

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This week Jim, Sue and David chat Friends of Youth new center. Also, a recap from the last City Council meeting. Donate blood in honor of Veterans Day. Join us in recognizing KPD officers' milestones. Claim a Tree Rebate. Special guest: Gena Jain, Environmental Education and Outreach Specialist, shares about the Recycle Right event and solid waste programs in Kirkland. Join GIS Day, Snowflake Ball and more events, and so much more!
Find relevant links and info about this episode here: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Government/City-Managers-Office/Communications/This-Week-in-Kirkland-Podcast#20231109

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