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5 Kirkland Park Stories You Won't Believe from Jason Filan's 35 Years on the Job - March 27, 2025

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How does a farm kid turned basketball champ end up digging graves and wrangling wildlife in Kirkland’s parks? This week, Parks Superintendant Jason Filan shares his 35-year journey from seasonal worker to seasoned pro. PLUS the wackiest things he’s encountered on the job—including a Dale Chihuly sculpture, surprise wildlife, and tasks you’d never expect. Also on the show: federal and military professionals should check out Kirkland Police Department for your next gig. Get $5,000 rebates for smarting your yard. Celebrating Women's Leadership. Stay up to date on the City Council agenda. Get ready for boating season. And more.

Show note links: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250327

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1. Intro (00:00:00)

2. Top Stories of the Week (00:01:53)

3. Interview with Jason Filan (00:10:12)

94 episodes

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How does a farm kid turned basketball champ end up digging graves and wrangling wildlife in Kirkland’s parks? This week, Parks Superintendant Jason Filan shares his 35-year journey from seasonal worker to seasoned pro. PLUS the wackiest things he’s encountered on the job—including a Dale Chihuly sculpture, surprise wildlife, and tasks you’d never expect. Also on the show: federal and military professionals should check out Kirkland Police Department for your next gig. Get $5,000 rebates for smarting your yard. Celebrating Women's Leadership. Stay up to date on the City Council agenda. Get ready for boating season. And more.

Show note links: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250327

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Chapters

1. Intro (00:00:00)

2. Top Stories of the Week (00:01:53)

3. Interview with Jason Filan (00:10:12)

94 episodes

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