The City of Kirkland is seeking participants for a focus group to provide insights about natural yard care practices at home. Insights gathered through this process will directly inform future City programs, outreach strategies, and educational initiatives. These efforts are intended to support environmentally sustainable, safe, and practical yard care solutions that are accessible, realistic, and aligned with the needs and priorities of the Kirkland community.
The focus group will help provide a better understanding of how residents currently care for and maintain their yards and lawns, including the use of fertilizers and pesticides, watering habits, landscaping choices, and overall approaches to outdoor maintenance. Through this effort, the City aims to identify current behaviors, challenges, motivations, and barriers residents may experience when considering more sustainable yard care practices.
Participants who complete the required activities will receive a $100 Visa gift card as a token of appreciation for their time and participation. Responses are due May 27, 2026. A full job description for focus group participants can be found at www.kirklandwa.gov/stormwater . Interested individuals can fill out the potential participant questionnaire at www.surveymonkey.com/r/KirklandFocusGroup . Comments and questions can be provided via e-mail tostormwater@kirklandwa.gov .
