The notes from our November 10 virtual meeting are attached. We had some really good discussions.
 In addition, the city wants the neighborhood associations to pass along the following.
 
Have a Happy and Safe Thanksgiving.
 
Larry Toedtli, President
 Central Houghton Neighborhood Association
 

What is now the Cross Kirkland Corridor was previously a part of the Lake Washington Belt Line railroad. Kirkland History.org has documented the history of rail service along the Lake Washington Belt Line (LWBL), including it's section serving the Central Houghton, Lakeview and Everest neighborhoods (as well as others). 

The history and historical photos are very interesting. The following link will connect you to their web site on the LWBL.

kirklandhistory.org/1905-lwbl-ckc/

Their web site also includes some history about Juanita Beach, some Kirkland pioneer families, and other topics. Their main web site is:

​kirklandhistory.org/

Enjoy

​Please join us for our November 10 meeting of the Central Houghton Neighborhood Association (CHNA). 
 
We will be meeting virtually using the Zoom meeting platform. The zoom link, meeting number and passcode are provided below in yellow highlights.
 
The meeting agenda is attached.
 
Our primary topic for the meeting is the Neighborhood Safety Program (NSP) projects for 2021. CHNA has successfully used the  NSP to get several crosswalks upgraded with flashing beacons, improved street lights, and new or enhanced connections to the CKC.

• We need to submit up to two projects for the 2021 program by December 7
• Project costs should be under $50,000.
• This year's focus is on Safer Routes to School Action Plans - https://www.kirklandwa.gov/depart/CMO/Neighborhood_Services/Safer_Routes_to_School_Action_Plans.htm, although other projects also will be considered
• Please share your project ideas at the meeting. If you cannot join us, please email your ideas to centralhoughton@gmail.com 

We also will provide updates and take questions on transportation and development projects.
 
On Wednesday night (November 4), the City Council will be discussing and holding a Public Hearing on the 2021 -2022 Preliminary Budget. You can attend the meeting and make comments virtually. the link to Wednesday's City Council meeting is https://www.kirklandwa.gov/depart/council/Meetings/Agendas/Agenda_110420.htm
 
We look forward to seeing you on November 10.
 
Please let us know if you have any questions or ideas for future meeting topics.
 
 
 
Larry Toedtli, president
Central Houghton Neighborhood Association
 
 
CHNA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

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​To all-
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The next meeting of the Central Houghton Neighborhood Association (CHNA) will be held Tuesday November 10 at 7:00 PM on the Zoom meeting platform. I will send out the meeting links with the agenda about one week prior to the meeting.
 
If you have ideas for topics for that meeting, please email me at centralhoughton@gmail.com.
 
Between now and the next meeting there are a couple of items that may be of interest to you.
 

• Kirkland Prop 1 - Fire & Emergency Medical Services Ballot Measure
  
  The City of Kirkland has proposed a levy measure to fund the construction of a new fire station, modernize and seismically renovate existing fire stations, and hire additional firefighter/EMTs and staff. More information can be found on the City's web page - https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Residents/Public_Safety/fire-2020-ballot-measure.htm. 
  
  Fire Chief Joe Sanford will be leading a virtual meeting on Wednesday October 14 between 6:00 and 7:00 PM to answer questions about the ballot measure.The following link can be used to register for the event.
  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-wthe-chief-an-opportunity-to-learn-about-the-fire-ems-ballot-tickets-122249580787?fbclid=IwAR29tAoCylYGrgTrWj_WB-dJva81piYkwxb8mJOc2MR-KhifE0Ap9SUvVh8
  
  The Yes for Prop 1 campaign has yard signs available. If anyone is interested , please let me know and I'll pass your contact information to their point of contact.
  
  
• Tech City Bowl Rezone Virtual Open House Wednesday October 21,
  Presentation starts at 5:30 PM followed by Question and Answer Session

Link to register for the open house event - https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ehc8nrpk9fb996d1&oseq=&c=&ch=
 
TechCity Bowl will submit an application later this year to rezone its property (not the entire Bridle Trails Shopping Center) to allow for a five story development. City code requires the rezone request show a design program for the full shopping center. 

Attend this Open House to view a full presentation by the project team, offer input and have your questions answered. If you can't make the Open House, the full presentation will be posted on the website after the event. After viewing the presentation, use this Comment Form to send us your input and questions.
 
Share this invitation with your friends and neighbors who may be interested in the project. All are welcomed!
 
Learn more at the TechCity Bowl website: https://tcbrezone.com/
 
Thanks and be safe. Ballots will be arriving this week - take this opportunity to VOTE.by November 3.
 
 
Larry Toedtli, President
Central Houghton Neighborhood Association

​CHNA held its September 8 meeting virtually using the Zoom platform. We had several speakers and presentations.

The notes from the meetings are attached. 
 
If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future meeting topics, please contact us at centralhoughton@gmail.com
 
We also have openings on our Board that we would love to get filled to help generate ideas on how CHNA can best serve our neighborhood and overall City.
 
Our next meeting will be held virtually at 7:00 PM on Tuesday November 10. Hope to see you then.
 
Larry Toedtli, President
Central Houghton Neighborhood Association

Below is a link to a video provided by the City of Chief Sanford explaining the Fire and EMS investments. The video provides some background for the upcoming ballot measure. We will have a presentation at tonight's CHNA virtual meeting.
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UTeV5qbKUbY&feature=youtu.be

 I hope you all had an enjoyable summer, even with the Covid-19 pandemic.
City facilities remain closed, therefore we will be hosting a virtual meeting using Zoom.

The meeting agenda is provided below and also can be downloaded.
​
We have several visitors/presentations on the agenda, covering a range of topics:

• Police Lt. Brouelette
• 108th Avenue NE Water and Sewer Main Replacement
• Northwest University 
• Tech City Bowling Alley Redevelopment process
• City of Kirkland Fire and Emergency Medical Services Ballot Measure

In addition, we will provide information on upcoming City Council, Houghton Community Council, and Planning Commission topics.

Please note that the City Council is scheduled to take action on the Safer Routes to Schools program at its virtual meeting tonight  - https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Assets/City+Council/Council+Packets/090120/9b_Business.pdf
Please forward this email and agenda to others that may be interested in these topics.

Thanks and hope to "see" you next Tuesday.

Larry Toedtli, President
Central Houghton Neighborhood Association
centralhoughton@gmail.com


The Zoom meeting link and passcode are provided as follows:
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The grants provided through the Kirkland CARES Small Business Relief Fund do not need to be repaid. Awardees can use grant funds for rent, utilities and normal operating costs and expenses. Applications will be available on Wednesday, August 26 at.https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Residents/Public_Safety/Resources_for_Kirkland_Businesses_Impacted_by_COVID-19/Kirkland_CARES_Small_Business_Relief_Fund.htm

“The vibrancy and diversity of Kirkland’s small businesses are vital to our city’s sense of community and its long-term economic health,” said Councilmember Amy Falcone. “We know that across our nation, thousands of businesses are shuttering their doors permanently. The City Council is dedicated to taking meaningful steps to help our small business community survive. This grant program is another step in a series of actions to address immediate financial challenges our small businesses are facing during this pandemic.”


To receive a grant, for-profit or nonprofit businesses must meet the following eligibility criteria:


1. Small business must be located in Kirkland (including home based businesses) with a current and active Unified Business Identification Number (UBI) and City of Kirkland business license endorsement;
2. Small businesses must have 25 or fewer full-time equivalent employees as of April 1, 2020;
3. Small businesses must demonstrate a minimum 25% reduction in gross revenues (including a reduction of at least $5,000) due to negative impacts caused by the COVID-19 pandemic during the second quarter of 2020 (April 1 to June 30);
4. Small businesses must demonstrate a minimum of $5,000 of normal operating costs and expenses (as specified as eligible under the grant agreement) during the qualified period (second quarter of 2020, April 1 to June 30); and
5. Small businesses must not be involved in the production, processing, promotion, distribution, or sale (wholesale or retail) of marijuana and cannabinoid products, concentrates, or extracts; and
6. Small businesses must meet all other eligibility requirements specified in the grant agreement.

More information on eligible expenses, ineligible expenses and restrictions on use of grant funds is located on the Kirkland CARES Small Business Relief Fund page on the City website.
The City will accept applications from Wednesday, August 26 to Wednesday, September 16 at 5:00 p.m. If the City receives more than 150 qualified applications, the awardees will be randomly selected through a lottery. The City will announce awards as applicants are confirmed.
Please direct questions about this grant to the City of Kirkland at kirklandbusinesssupport@kirklandwa.gov. Businesses can request paper applications at kirklandbusinesssupport@kirklandwa.gov. Applications and eligibility requirements will be available in Spanish, Chinese, and Russian. If you need assistance completing the application in another language, the Business Response Team has translation services available to support you. Contact the Business Response Team by visiting https://re.startup425.org/technical-assistance-request/.

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To all-


We wanted to make sure to get the word out on a couple of things that are coming up next week.

Enjoy the weekend and stay safe.

Larry Toedtli, President
Central Houghton Neighborhood Association

108th Avenue Closure (NE 52nd to NE 55th)

Kirkland’s contractor is closing on July 27 a short section of 108th Avenue Northeast for two weeks while its crews install the new sewer main.
 
Marshbank Construction will close the arterial between Northeast 52nd and 55th streets from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., starting Monday. In the afternoon, the contractor will close the center turn-lane from 4 p.m. to 7 a.m.  
 
Marshbank will provide access for local traffic between Northeast 55th and 60th streets. 
The detour will route commuters along Northeast 68th Street, Lakeview Drive and Northeast 38th Place.



More information can be found on the City's web page for the project 
http://www.kirklandwa.gov/depart/Public_Works/Construction_Projects/108th_Avenue_Northeast_water_and_sewer_upgrade.htm

The map for the closure can be found here.
 http://www.kirklandwa.gov/Assets/Public+Works/Public+Works+PDFs/CIP/108TH-map-closure.pdf

The following link shows the detour route.
http://www.kirklandwa.gov/Assets/Public+Works/Public+Works+PDFs/CIP/108TH-map-detour.pdf


Community Survey (closes July 29)

The City has launched its online biennial Community Survey to gauge community attitudes about the quality of life in Kirkland, satisfaction with City government services, and priorities for the future. We’re really hoping to get robust participation in this survey.
 
Please take a moment to take the survey and send it out to your neighbors:
https://www.research.net/r/Community-Survey-Kirkland
 
As you may know, for over a decade, the City has conducted a version of this survey every two years as part of its budget process. A phone version of the community survey was recently administered to a statistically valid, random sample of Kirkland residents. The results from both the online survey and the phone survey will be presented to the City Council in the coming months. The results will inform the Council about the community’s sentiments on various issues in Kirkland in preparation for the Council’s adoption of their 2021-2022 biennial budget later this fall. 


The online survey will close at 12 pm on July 29, 2020. Results of past surveys can be found on the City’s website.