City Council Recap September 17, 2024
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The Kirkland City Council met on September 17, 2024, in a hybrid meeting. Here’s a brief overview of some of the items from the meeting: * Council received a presentation on **Energy Smart Eastside** * Council received an informational briefing on proposed adjustments to **utility rates** for the next two years * Council considered a negotiation framework for a **Seattle Kraken Iceplex and City of Kirkland Community Center** * Council held three public hearings on: * * Revenue sources for the **2025-2026 Budget** * The Council's consideration of opposing **Initiative Measure No. 2066** * And the Council's consideration of opposing **Initiative Measure No. 2117** * The Mayor P**roclaimed Pollution Prevention Week** and **Freedom to Read Week** in Kirkland. To read more, visit the [City’s website](https://vmm0dj30.
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Meetings are also televised on Comcast Cable Channel 21 and Ziply Cable Channel 31. To watch the Council discussions on the specific agenda items outlined above, visit the [City’s website](https://vmm0dj30. r. us-west-2. awstrack.
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The next City Council meeting is on October 1, 2024.