r/Kirkland • u/macsteckler • 5d ago

Kirkland pushes back on transfer station plans as local startups take the spotlight

Hey everyone in Kirkland! Some of the biggest local stories and events happening in Kirkland this week. Stay in the loop with Seastside.

News:

  • Statement on City's March 27, 2025 Notice of Appeal of the NERTS FEIS: The City of Kirkland received news from King County regarding the selection of the Houghton Transfer Station Alternative 1B as the new NERTS, leading to disappointment among city officials. Mayor Curtis highlighted concerns about the timing of the announcement and confirmed that the city staff will evaluate options for appealing the decision by the March 27 deadline. Kirkland has submitted a Notice of Appeal regarding the Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) due to perceived inadequacies in the analysis of transportation impacts and hazardous waste risks. The city prefers site 1A, which it believes to be the least environmentally damaging option. Kirkland officials expect the county to redirect funds for property acquisition toward mitigation efforts for the surrounding community. The appeal process could extend for up to 90 days, during which Kirkland will continue to advocate for a state-of-the-art transfer station equipped with modern amenities.(info)
  • Innovation Takes the Stage at Kirklands 2025 Pitch Competition: On March 24, 2025, the Kirkland Performance Center will host the much-anticipated Pitch Competition, celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship. The event, starting at 12:00 PM GMT, aims to provide a platform for emerging businesses to present their groundbreaking ideas. Notable personalities, including Mark Kirkland and John Tymczyszyn, are expected to participate, underscoring the event's significance in the local business community. This competition is a crucial opportunity for entrepreneurs to gain visibility and support. It reflects Kirkland's commitment to fostering an environment of creativity and innovation. Attendees are encouraged to join and witness the next wave of entrepreneurial talent in action.(info)

Events:

  • Heritage Park Beautification on April 1st.(info)
  • Find Your Next Gig at the Kirkland Parks Job Fair on April 5th.(info)
  • Wheels and Reels - Gran Turismo on April 12th.(info)
  • 2025 State of the City Address and Community Appreciation Night on May 13.(info)
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u/Fritzed 5d ago

Wait, WTF? I thought the transfer station was finalized and would be in the industrial area of Woodinville. Who did the wineries pay off for this?

So instead of a modern transfer station with additional recycling options and good capacity, the county is going with wedging something into a space with reduced services and no growth possibility, and poor access via residential roads?

Fuck that.

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u/[deleted] 5d ago

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u/_skymaster_ 5d ago

Found it buried in the articles:

“The two sites were: A site composed of six properties in the 15000 block of Woodinville-Redmond Rd. NE in Woodinville

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The current Houghton Transfer Station property at 11724 NE 60th St. in Kirkland.”

Source: https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/dnrp/about-king-county/about-dnrp/newsroom/2025-news-releases/03-21-recycling-and-transfer-station

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u/reukiodo 5d ago

1A is clearly better long-term than 1B... 1B just seems extremely short-sighted

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u/PNWnative74 5d ago

The Kirkland dump was always just fine. The problem is there’s too many fucking people in this goddamn town anymore.

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u/Rudysis 3d ago

Well, unfortunately for you, your options are 1. Support growth to handle the new people, or 2. Sit quietly (or loudly, I guess) and do nothing productive. No one is going to stop people from moving here. They will still come, and the area can either make the infrastructure to handle more people, or keep it dated and make everyone's lives worse.

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u/SugarRemarkable8810 1d ago

For sure! To many damn people here now days fucking up everything 😤😤😤