Kirkland traffic alert: Hopelink Turkey Trot Nov. 23

Commuters should expect traffic delays due to the Hopelink Turkey Trot to be held Nov. 23.

Commuters should expect traffic delays due to the Hopelink Turkey Trot to be held Nov. 23.

Lakeshore Plaza between Market Street and Kirkland Avenue and Kirkland Avenue between City Dock and Lake Street will be closed from 6 a.m. until approximately 12 p.m. The southbound lane of Lake Street from Kirkland Avenue to Second Avenue South will close temporarily at 10 a.m. for approximately 20 minutes.

Commuters should watch for increased pedestrian traffic along the Kirkland waterfront between Kirkland Avenue and Carillon Point from 10 a.m. and 12 p.m.

Event goers are encouraged to walk, bike, or carpool, and plan for their parking in advance.  For public parking, including the Kirkland Municipal Garage, go to www.kirklandwa.gov/parking. For bus transportation, go to http://tripplanner.kingcounty.gov.

For event information go to www.explorekirkland.com. For permit information contact, Sudie Elkayssi, Special Projects Coordinator, City of Kirkland Parks & Community Services Department at 425-587-3347 or selkayssi@kirklandwa.gov.