Ken MacKenzie’s Volunteer Experience Rooted in Community
Ken MacKenzie brings a lifetime of hands-on community involvement, coalition-building, and public advocacy to his campaign for Kirkland City Council Position 5. A retired professional with a diverse background that includes time as a stay-at-home parent and various contract roles, Ken understands the real-life concerns of families, seniors, and working residents. He has spent years building bridges between neighborhoods, engaging in grassroots efforts, and standing up for transparent, responsible government. Ken’s approach is grounded in practical problem-solving, deep respect for community voices, and a commitment to making local government work for the people it serves. He focuses on open communication, thoughtful planning, and common-sense leadership that delivers meaningful results for Kirkland residents.
CURRENT
2016-current Market Neighborhood Association Board Member and representative to the Kirkland Alliance of Neighborhoods
2022-current Market Neighborhood Association Treasurer
PAST
2024 Invited to join a City-appointed committee concerning alternative ways to construct an indoor pool and rec center
2023-24 Grassroots effort to maintain vehicle access on downtown Park Lane in support of local business
2023 Successful parks ballot measure “No” committee appointment
2022-23 Appointed by the City to participate in the “Parks Funding and Exploratory Committee”
2021-22 Grassroots effort to moderate City proposals to upzone and densify the “Station Area” - 85th St/I-405 intersection square mile
2020 Grassroots effort to moderate City staff proposals concerning “Rooftop Amenities” along Market Street Corridor”
2019-20 Advised on public safety and emergency services ballot measure
2019 Participant/leader of a City effort to update the Market St. Corridor chapter of Kirkland’s Comprehensive Plan
2018 Founded a 501(c)(3) volunteer-staffed nonprofit named “Friends of Kirkland Scouting” to serve youth by providing opportunities for Scouting for both girls and boys
2016 “Save Our Trails” grass roots participation
2015 Successful MPD ballot measure “No” Committee appointment