Jessica Greenway called the meeting to order at 7:20 pm
Lorraine Trosper announced that 6 A-Boards are available,
paid for by the Association’s grant.
We are looking for volunteers to put these out and pick them up
(Sunday-Tuesday). Volunteers were
obtained and will be reminded via email.
Bill Anderson indicated that the Taste of Kirkland is
looking for volunteers. The Lk
Washington Methodist Church is also holding a blood drive.
There was a reminder to thank Tullys for the coffee
donation.
Tom Noguchi of Mirai Associates gave an update on the Sound
Transit plans for Kirkland. He
distributed a current brochure on the project, which will provide a new HOV
interchange in Totem Lake at NE 128th St, a transit center near
Evergreen Hospital, and make improvements to the transit center in downtown
Kirkland. It was commented that NE 85th
was not selected as an HOV ramp connection, but that new bus service between
Redmond and Kirkland will start soon on NE 85th.
The next project described was the I-405 Corridor
Program. The project is now in the
Environmental Impact Statement phase, for which there are 4 alternatives. Two of the alternatives focus on a new high
capacity transit system (such as light rail or monorail) along I-405. One alternative is termed ‘mixed mode’ and
includes more frequent bus service and HOV connections along with adding 2 lanes
in each direction along I-405. The fourth
alternative would add a new four-lane express roadway along I-405. This could be for general traffic use and
examine the use of tolls. Jessica asked
for volunteers to keep everyone informed on transportation issues. Laura ___ volunteered.
Craig Salzman, Kirkland code enforcement officer, explained
his position, which is primarily to mediate disputes on property lines. Everything is kept confidential. His phone number is 828-1100. Other information is available on the city’s
web site.
A brochure was handed out explaining Bellevue’s ordinance on
tree cutting on property.
Jim Mollinger provided information in support of keeping the
city’s current 50’ buffer around Class B streams. (Rather than the currently proposed reduction to 25’ feet being
considered by the Council). A motion
was made to support the 50’ setback for class B streams. This passed unanimously.
NE 85th St- The project is proceeding
through city council deliberations (Hearing on Oct 17). Key remaining issues include the proposed
landscaped median along 85th.
It appears that Lee Johnson is selling—discussion focused on making sure
that this site doesn’t turn into a ‘big box’ retail store. Steven Tindall submitted a letter that he
had written to the council regarding the 85th corridor
recommendations. It was moved and
seconded to support the no-big box position.
This motion passed unanimously.
Steve also asked to take a position on a proposed gas station at the
Safeway. It was moved and seconded,
voted unanimously, to approach Safeway regarding this proposal.
Friends of Peter Kirk Park- Mora Roberts gave an update on the proposed land swap.
(822-5891). At the next meeting she will help form a strategic task force on this
topic.
Grant Process- Barb reported that the next
grant process will start soon.
North Rose Hill Neighborhood Plan- Ken ___
reported on the progress of this plan, including zoning issues.
A proposal was made to encourage King County to amend its
Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan to provide an improved transfer
station design. The current scale-house
is sinking. The Vashon Island transfer
station design was noted. A motion was
made to support a letter drafted to this effect. This motion passed.
The meeting adjourned at 9:15 PM.
Some members stayed to discuss future face-to-face meetings
with city council members.
Respectfully Submitted,
Donald Samdahl
Secretary
(Notes compiled by Diana Smith)