Welcome to spring!
 
The notes from our March 9, 2021 meeting of the Central Houghton Neighborhood Association are provided below. The notes include links to several project and program web sites related to the meeting topics.
 
In addition, we wanted to share a couple of information items that came out after our March 9 meeting. These include a City survey on the ways the City shares information with the community. The second item provides information on actions taken by the Houghton Community Council, related to a November vote on continuing the Community Council.
 
Thank you. if you have any questions or comments, please email us at centralhoughton@gmail.com
 
 
Larry Toedtli, President
Central Houghton Neighborhood Association
 
 
 
City Survey
 
We Want to Hear From You!​
We need your help in becoming a more transparent government! The City of Kirkland is creating new ways to share information with the community about how the City as an organization is performing. Please take our survey here.
This is part of a larger effort of ensuring the safety and respect of Black people and examining and dismantling structural racism in Kirkland. For more information on that effort, please visit the City’s website.
Esta es una encuesta para saber cómo debería comunicarse la ciudad de Kirkland con la comunidad en cuanto a la seguridad pública, recursos humanos y servicios humanos. Si quiere esta información traducida, mande un correo electrónico a TitleVICoordinator@kirklandwa.gov o llame al 425-587-3831.

本问卷调查旨在研究柯克兰市应如何就公共安全、人力资源和公众服务等事宜与社区民众进行沟通。如需该信息的翻译版本，请发送电子邮件至 TitleVICoordinator@kirklandwa.gov 或致电 425-587-3831。

В этом опросе спрашивается о том, как властям City of Kirkland стоит доносить до жителей информацию об общественной безопасности, социальном обслуживании и обеспечении. Если вы хотите получить перевод этой информации, напишите по адресу электронной почты TitleVICoordinator@kirklandwa.gov или позвоните по номеру 425-587-3831.
 
 
Houghton Community Council Action
 
At the March 22 meeting of the Houghton Community Council (HCC), the HCC approved Resolution 2021-3 relating to the continuance of the Houghton Community Council. 
Approval of the Resolution will put the continuance of the Community Council for four more years (starting January 1, 2022) to a vote of the people that reside within the HCC boundaries.
Along with the vote on whether to continue or not continue the Houghton Community Council, the November ballot will include elections for seven Houghton Community Councilmember positions who will serve for the four year term if the continuance of the HCC is approved by voters. If you are a resident within the HCC boundaries (see map) you can file to run for one of these Council positions. King County has produced an elections Manual with the necessary information on filing, including dates and forms. The Manual can be accessed here.
 
More information on the Houghton Community Council can be found on the City of Kirkland web site - Houghton Community Council.
 
 
 
 

​To All-
 
The notes from the January 12 Central Houghton Neighborhood Association (CHNA) meeting are attached below. We covered several timely topics at the meeting.
The notes include links to several websites about current projects, such as the Tech City Bowl and NE 85th Station Area Plan.
 
In addition to the meeting notes, we want to alert you to two projects where you can provide input on major current planning and development projects.
 
NE 85th Street Station Area Plan
The City of Kirkland is studying potential changes to the land use designations and zoning along the NE 85th Street corridor. This has the potential to greatly change the heights of buildings and the intensity and type of allowed development. The city has issued a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). Comments on the project and DEIS can be made through February 19. The DEIS and instructions for submitting comments can be found on the City's project webpage. NE 85th Station Area Plan
 
 
Northeast King County Recycling & Transfer Station



King County is leading a site selection process for the new Northeast King County Recycling & Transfer Station. The results of this project will either close and relocate the existing Houghton Transfer Station, or result in revising/upgrading the existing site on NE 60th Street. Over the last several months, King County has considered a long list of potential sites for the new station. This winter, they narrowed the list to four sites. These potential sites will be evaluated using community criteria developed by an Siting Advisory Group and other technical measures.
 
They are asking for community input and knowledge on each of the four sites. Input on what is most important to the community is also being solicited. Community members are able to view each site and share their thoughts by taking a short survey, open through February 9. 
King County Project web page  - https://kingcounty.gov/depts/dnrp/solid-waste/facilities/northeast.aspx
 
Please email us at centralhoughton@gmail.com with any questions, comments, and ideas for future meeting topics.
 
Larry Toedtli, President
Central Houghton Neighborhood Association

​Welcome to 2021. Even though we changed the calendar, we do not get to meet in person.


Our first meeting of 2021 will include updates on several ongoing projects and programs, including the 108th Avenue Sewer and Water Main Replacement Project, development projects, and the NE 85th Street Station Area Plan.
We also will report on our 2021 Neighborhood Safety Program application. 


A focus of the meeting will be on discussing potential projects for the City's 2021-2022 Matching Grant Program
We would like to hear your ideas for projects that will help improve the quality of the Central Houghton Neighborhood, either through physical improvements or community activities.

The meeting agenda is provided below (it also can be downloaded using the link).

The Zoom meeting information, including passcode are provided and highlighted below.

If you have any comments or ideas for future meeting topics, please let us know

Larry Toedtli, President
Central Houghton Neighborhood Association
central houghton@gmail.com
web site - houghtonlives.com


CHNA January 12, 2021 Virtual Meeting
Tuesday, January 12⋅7:00-9:30pm
Location:
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CHNA submitted our application for the City's 2021 Neighborhood Safety Program (NSP). The NSP is focused on identifying and prioritizing neighborhood pedestrian and bicycle safety issues. As part of the 2021 program, Neighborhood Associations were encouraged to build from the recently adopted Safer Routes to Schools Action Plan. Links to the NSP and Safer Routes to Schools Action Plan web pages are provided below.

• Neighborhood Safety Program Web Page
• Safer Routes to Schools Action Plan Web Page
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CHNA submitted a project at the intersection of 106th Avenue NE/NE 55th Street. The project idea was  identified by one of our members at our November 2020 virtual meeting. The primary concern at this intersection is the speed of north-south traffic at the intersection which does not need to stop at NE 55th Street. This intersection serves as pedestrian routes to Carillon Woods Park which is used by children of all ages. 106th Avenue NE also serves as a school walk route (as a quieter option to 108th Avenue NE) for several schools located two blocks to the north,

Our application is provided below. Staff and the NSP review panel will work over the next couple of months to review and rank projects, as well as evaluate and develop costs for addressing the specific issues identified in the applications. Projects will then be reviewed and funded by the City Council in mid-April.
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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.

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 899 2190 2239
Passcode: 455630
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Passcode: 455630

​To all-
​
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