Evergreen Hill Neighborhood Association

08/02/2024

04/01/2024

Saturday, April 6 south bound Slater will be closed from NE 124th Street and NE 120th for removal of a crane. Per the City of Kirkland:
The Saturday 4/6 closure is related to the development on the northwest corner of NE 120th St and Slater Ave NE (Slater MU project LSM21-05890). Closure of the southbound lanes is a critical safety component as the developer’s contractor will be dismantling and removing their crane, and we will not allow traffic to drive underneath while that effort is underway.
Southbound Slater Ave will be closed between NE 124th St and NE 120th St, approximately a third of a mile. Note that the northbound direction will remain open. The detour route will take folks west along NE 124th St, and then south along 124th Ave NE, and the east along NE 120th St.

11/01/2022

Woohoo! During the month of November, extra yard waste is FREE in Kirkland! Fill your gray cart first, then put out extra leaves in paper bags or durable containers labeled "yard waste" (Up to 5 per collection day). Plastic bags are not accepted.

We appreciate your help clearing leaves from your storm drains!

Kirkland, WA - Government WM Kirkland

08/06/2022

Kirkland’s Totem Lake Connector contractor is closing Totem Lake Boulevard from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m., starting tonight and ending early Saturday morning. Kraemer North America progress on the pedestrian and bicycle bridge is becoming more apparent each day as it erects the Y piers, establishes floor panels and mounts decking. Visit www.kirkklandwa.gov/totemlakeconnector

07/19/2022

Don’t forget to register for tomorrow's I-405/NE 132nd St Interchange Project update meeting to learn what work is being done. Check out the WSDOT project website for more info: https://wsdot.wa.gov/construction-planning/search-projects/i-405northeast-132nd-street-interchange-project

07/11/2022

07/11/2022

Join WSDOT for an online project update for the I-405 at NE 132nd St Interchange Project on July 20.

WSDOT is building a new on-ramp to northbound I-405 and a new off-ramp from southbound I-405 at Northeast 132nd Street in Kirkland. This project will improve access to the Totem Lake regional growth center and surrounding neighborhoods in Kirkland. It will also provide a new route to access I-405, creating an alternative to using local streets and helping reduce pressure on heavily congested nearby interchanges.

You’re invited to join an online project update to hear about progress made so far, learn more about the upcoming work, ask questions of the project team, and learn how to stay informed. This meeting will be held online via Zoom.

Wednesday, July 20, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Wsg65rEoRt20-Y9Vjsojfg

For more information, visit: https://wsdot.wa.gov/construction-planning/search-projects/i-405northeast-132nd-street-interchange-project

Reach out to WSDOT by July 11 if you’re facing barriers to participation and need accommodations to participate fully in this online meeting. If requesting accommodations, please reach to [email protected] or call 425-224-2433

06/25/2022

The annual Celebrate Kirkland! Parade returns Monday, July 4, 2022 to downtown Kirkland. The event is accepting applications for parade float entries and volunteers (age 16+). This year’s theme is “Celebrate Kirkland, Together Again”.

“We are thrilled to have this beloved Kirkland tradition back in person,” says Mayor Penny Sweet. “Being a volunteer or participating in the parade is a great way to meet new people and support the community. We need everyone’s involvement to make it a success. Whether you want to show off your float in the procession, volunteer to keep everyone safe and having fun, or come as a spectator – we want to see the whole community show up.”

The 4th of July Parade is a Kirkland tradition and fun for the whole family. The itinerary includes a kids’ decorating event at Marina Park Pavilion at 10:30 a.m., a kids’ walking parade at 11:30 a.m., and the Hometown Parade at 12 p.m.

“Remember, the children’s parade is open to all kids,” says Mayor Sweet. “Please join us starting at 10 a.m. in the Marina Park Pavilion to get yourself, your bikes, and your pets decorated and join in the parade!”

Those interested in volunteering can sign up with the Kirkland Downtown Association and email [email protected] for questions.

Those interested in driving a float in the parade can apply through the Kirkland Downtown Association and email [email protected] for questions.

For more information, parade route maps, and event details, visit https://kirklanddowntown.org/events/celebrate-kirkland/.

Fireworks Ban Reminder: The sale, use and discharge of private, consumer fireworks is banned in Kirkland City limits. For more information, contact the Fire Marshal’s Office at 425-587-3650.

Event goers are encouraged to carpool and plan for their parking in advance. For public parking, including the Kirkland Municipal Garage, go to www.kirklandwa.gov/parking. For bus transportation, go to http://tripplanner.kingcounty.gov.

For permit information contact, Sudie Elkayssi, Special Projects Coordinator, City of Kirkland Parks & Community Services Department at 425-587-3347 or [email protected].

06/22/2022

The 4th of July is fast approaching - time to remind people that in Kirkland, fireworks are illegal – lighting them off, selling them or even having fireworks in your possession is against the law here. That includes sparklers and smoke bombs (yes, even those). In fact, sparklers are one of the leading causes of fireworks-related injuries.

Across the country last year, sparklers were the cause of 900 fireworks-related injuries, while firecrackers caused 1,600 injuries.

In 2020, the Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office received 237 reports of injuries from fireworks and 360 reported fires due to fireworks, resulting in a loss of more than $1.3 million.

But all this doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy fireworks on the 4th of July – just let the professionals handle them by going to a public fireworks show instead! Neighboring cities like Bellevue, Renton and Sammamish are all hosting fireworks shows this year, so you don’t have to miss seeing the night sky lit up on the 4th.

A couple more notes:
• If you need to dispose of any unused fireworks, call Kirkland Police at (425) 577-5656 and they’ll take care of them for you. If police see you with fireworks, they will seize them and give you a ticket, so don’t risk your safety - or your wallet!
• Stepping outside City limits to stealthily light fireworks also isn’t a good idea - this year is the first year that fireworks are banned across unincorporated King County.

Though Kirkland is not hosting 4th of July fireworks this year, we still have a day of fun planned with the parade and kids’ activities! Check out Celebrate Kirkland! 4th of July: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Whats-Happening/Community-Events/Parks-and-Community-Services-Events/Special-Events-Division/4th-of-July

06/20/2022

𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟰: 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝗿𝗸𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱! 𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲
Drivers should expect traffic delays and restricted parking due to the 4th of July Parade to be held on Monday, July 4, 2022. The Lakeshore Plaza and Lake Street parking lots will be closed from 6 a.m. until 2 p.m. The public boat launch will be closed from 9:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. Event information is available at kirklanddowntown.org.

The following roads will be closed and detours in place from 9:30 a.m. until the roads re-open at approximately 2 p.m.:
• 4th, 5th and 6th Avenues from 1st Street to Market Street
• 5th Avenue W from Waverly Way to Market Street
• Waverly Way from 5th Street West to Market Street
• 2nd & 3rd Street W from 5th Ave West to Waverly Way
• Market Street from 7th Avenue to Central Way
• Lake Avenue West
• 1st Street from 3rd Avenue to Central Way
• 2nd Place from 3rd Avenue to Central Way
• Central Way from Market Street to 3rd Street
• Park Lane from Lake Street to 3rd Street
• Kirkland Avenue from Lakeshore Plaza to Main Street
• Lakeshore Plaza from Market Street to Kirkland Avenue
• Lake Street from Central Way to 2nd Avenue S
• Main Street from Central Way to Kirkland Avenue

Fireworks Ban Reminder: The sale, use and discharge of private, consumer fireworks is banned in Kirkland City limits. For more information, contact the Fire Marshal’s Office at 425-587-3650.

Event goers are encouraged to carpool and plan for their parking in advance. For public parking, including the Kirkland Municipal Garage, go to www.kirklandwa.gov/parking. For bus transportation, go to http://tripplanner.kingcounty.gov.

For permit information contact, Sudie Elkayssi, Special Projects Coordinator, City of Kirkland Parks & Community Services Department at 425-587-3347 or [email protected].

06/08/2022

Remember, all other regulations still apply.

Anglers across the state will be able to fish without a license this weekend, June 11-12, during Washington’s annual Free Fishing Weekend event.