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Kirkland council unanimously approves purchase of 1.5-acre Juanita Bay parcel for parks
Summary
The Kirkland City Council voted unanimously Nov. 18 to buy a 1.5-acre parcel abutting Juanita Bay Park for $1,275,000, citing ecological value, century trees and improved trail and community-garden opportunities. The seller will complete minor dwelling improvements before a planned short-term lease in early 2026.
The Kirkland City Council voted unanimously Nov. 18 to authorize the city manager to buy a 1.5-acre parcel adjacent to Juanita Bay Park for $1,275,000.
Mariah Murphy, the city’s planning and development manager for parks, told council the property contains streams, wetlands and several high‑retention trees, including specimens she said are more than 100 years old. Murphy said the city would ask the seller to complete limited improvements to the existing dwellings so the houses can be…
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