The following is a release from the city of Kirkland:

Kirkland City Councilman Toby Nixon recently received a Certificate of Municipal Leadership from the Association of Washington Cities for completing over 30 hours of training credits. The leadership program is designed to enhance the ability of elected municipal officials by providing knowledge and skills to effectively operate within the law, plan for the future, secure and manage funds and foster community and staff relationships.

To earn this certificate, the official attends a variety of association sponsored municipal workshops. The course helps the mayors and councilmembers learn the essentials of municipal service and improve their ability to work with council colleagues, city staff and citizens.