The following is a release from the campaign to re-elect Councilwoman Shelly Kloba:

Kirkland City Councilmember Shelley Kloba announces three upcoming coffee chats. Residents are invited to stop by to meet her, share their thoughts, and ask questions about the city. In an effort to connect with people outside of the traditional door knocking method, residents are invited to drop in during the following times and locations: Noon to 2 p.m., Oct. 17 – Urban Coffee Lounge, located at Slater 216 Location, 12348 NE 115th PL in Kirkland; 10 a.m. to noon on Oct. 18 – Kitanda, located at 12700 NE 124th St No. 2 in Kirkland; and from 3:30-5 p.m. on Oct. 25 – Caffe Rococo, located at 136 Park Lane in Kirkland.

“I have found that it is really important to know what is on the minds of our residents and hear their input,” Kloba said. “But often, people are reluctant to answer the door when they are at home enjoying some family time.”

Kloba has been a Kirkland City Councilmember since April, 2013. She is running for reelection to position 2 in the general election on Nov. 3. To learn more, visit www.klobaforcouncil.com.