Kirkland is a city located on the Eastside of Lake Washington. The city features a unique downtown waterfront area with restaurants, art galleries, a performing arts center, public parks, beaches, and a collection of public art. Like most of its Eastside neighbors, many residents are associated with large tech companies like Redmond-based Microsoft and Google. Kirkland also has active civic associations, especially focused on youth-centered activities like Little League and the Teen Union. Kirkland is one of the only cities that has adopted comprehensive transportation plan, with pedestrian, bicycle and equestrian facilties addressed in all new road construction. There are many wooded planned communities, as well as townhome and condominium complexes.