Here is a message from City Councilmember Dave Asher.

​Dear Kirklanders,
 
After generous support from you for the Thanksgiving school break, Kirkland Nourishing Network is asking if you can help with our longest, and largest, drive of the school year in December. 
 
Since the size of this project is so large, would you please share this with your friends and acquaintances?  It may be the most meaningful email you send all season.
 
  https://kirklandnourishingnetwork.org/ 
 
For those unfamiliar with Kirkland Nourishing Network, we try to supplement the food available to needy school children during the 4 school breaks.  Normally these kids have free/reduced meals at school and most have Pantry Packs on weekends; but there is no other program providing food assistance during the breaks in the school year. 
 
We don’t try to do it all, but we do try to provide nourishment supplements to those children identified by school counselors and teachers as the most needy.  There is a standard shopping list and an established drop-off date and location.  This year, it is the morning of Thursday, December 20th at two locations, one in the south of Kirkland and one in the north. 
 
  https://kirklandnourishingnetwork.org/ 
 
Kirkland has a long reputation of stepping up to help the less fortunate.  This opportunity requires your commitment to shop for a box of food and deliver it.  The impact of those simple tasks is huge compared to the effort you have to put into it.
 
You make the network work.  Please share this with your friends.
 
  https://kirklandnourishingnetwork.org/ 
 
Thank you for your consideration,
 
-  Kirkland Nourishing Network volunteers

Neighbors:
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Did you know that the Eastside Rail Corridor (ERC) runs more than 25 miles through King County? The former railway turned multi-purpose corridor connects the cities of Renton, Bellevue, Kirkland, Woodinville, and Redmond. To raise awareness about the corridor and celebrate its multi-purpose vision (trail, high capacity transit, and utility uses), we are beginning a naming and branding effort. Don’t worry, the Cross Kirkland Corridor and Redmond Central Connector names won’t change- we’re only considering renaming the Eastside Rail Corridor as a whole.  We want to hear from you! Please take a few moments to share your insights on the ERC.
 
Start this quick survey by clicking on this link
https://www.research.net/r/ERCBranding
 

The draft Kirkland Transit Implementation Plan is now available for review at www.kirklandwa.gov/KTIP
Please share your thoughts on the draft plan before November 10 by filling out the survey at https://survey.participate.online/s3/draft-ktip
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Transit Service Changes Proposed for Kirkland!
King County Metro Transit is asking the communities of Bothell, Kirkland, Kenmore, Woodinville, and Redmond for input on proposed changes to north Eastside transit service and bus routes. The proposed changes are design to meet the changing needs of the region.
The changes affect the following areas:
North Eastside service area: Bothell, Kenmore, Kirkland, Redmond, and Woodinville
Routes affected: 234, 235, 236, 238, 243, 244, 248, 255, 277, 930, ST 540, ST 541, ST 545 
There are two ways to share your input:
1) Take the survey (http://www.kingcounty.gov/metro/north-eastside by Nov. 13 2018) 
2) Attend a community meeting in Kirkland:
• Nov. 5, 6–8pm, Kingsgate Library in Kirkland, Meeting Room, 12315 NE 143rd Street
• Nov. 7, 6–8pm, Kirkland City Hall, Peter Kirk Room, 123 5th Avenue

KINGCOUNTY.GOV
North Eastside Mobility - Programs & Projects - King County Metro Transit - King County
Goals: Expand transit service and improve mobility in the north Eastside, and strengthen connections to important destinations
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A Kirkland tradition, Hopelink’s 18th Annual Turkey Trot is a Fun, Family, stroller and pet-friendly event that increases awareness of Hopelink’s impact in the community, programs and support during the winter months. This amazing community event brings over 1,500 people together for a day of fun and festivities that include a fair at Marina Park with community partners, balloon art, and face painting for kids of all ages. There will be photos, prizes and other fun giveaways at the fair booths. Walkers and Runners alike are welcome to join us for this fun holiday tradition.

The 18th annual Hopelink Turkey Trot 5k run/walk will be held at Marina Park on Sunday November 18 between 8-12. Kid's Dash at 8:30, runners start at 9:00 am, and the rest of us start at 9:10. The below file provides an overview of the event. Additional detail on the schedule is available on the turkey_trot_2018_details file like below.

Fall 2018 CERT Class Starts September 10

August 13, 2018
KIRKLAND, Wash. – Kirkland Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is now accepting registrations for the Fall 2018 class. This 8-week course will start on Monday, September 10, 2018 and will be held the following seven Mondays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Kirkland City Hall, 123 5th Avenue (lower entrance) Kirkland, WA 98033. The final simulation drill, which participants are required to attend, will take place on November 3, 2018, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 
The CERT program educates residents in disaster preparedness and trains them in basic disaster response skills such as fire suppression, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. Using the training learned in the classroom and during the exercises, CERT members can assist others in their neighborhood or workplace following an event.
The cost for the 8-week course is $35.00 for those who live, work, or go to school in Kirkland; $50.00 for those outside of Kirkland. Participants will receive a CERT kit containing a helmet, reflective vest, backpack, and other emergency supplies. The program is sponsored by Kirkland CERT, the Kirkland Office of Emergency Management, and the Greater Kirkland Citizen Corps Council. 
To register, go to www.KirklandCERT.com; for information e-mail Christina Brugman, Kirkland CERT, at CBrugman@Kirklandwa.gov.