IZ annexation is getting closer?

King County has put a carrot out for the City of Kirkland: "Annex neighboring unincorporated areas and we'll help you with the finances over a 10-year transition period."

Annexation would increase Kirkland's population from somewhere around 45K to closer to 90K. Will it change the city too much, or are these areas already in all practicality part of Kirkland and it will only be an administrative change?

There are many tough questions around the annexation "yes or no" issue and likely no easy answers. At the same time, for some the issue has turned very emotional and many fear it will "destroy" our lovely city. There are arguments against an annexation, both for Kirkland residents and residents in the "PAAs" (Possible Annexation Areas). At the same time, good arguments can be made for an annexation.

Really the only right thing is for the public to discuss it and make their voices heard. There is tons of information on the City's web page, as well as some well formulated "against" arguments on the "Save Kirkland" web page.

So, get involved, study the facts, speak your mind, and contact your elected officlas at City Hall - since they are the ones that will make the final call for "yeah or neah".

Just don't sit around, do nothing, and later complain about the outcome. Instead, be a part of the solution!