Showing posts with label candidate forum. Show all posts
Showing posts with label candidate forum. Show all posts

Briarcrest candidate forum focused on the only contested Shoreline City Council position

Tuesday, October 24, 2023

By Pam Cross

November 7, 2023, Election Day, is just two weeks away.

Voters Pamphlets have been mailed and ballots are ready to be completed and deposited in a ballot drop box or put in the mail (no postage required). 

There is only one contested seat on the Shoreline City Council. The other candidates - Keith Scully and Betsy Robertson - are unopposed.

At the recent Candidate Forum sponsored by the Briarcrest Neighborhood Association, we had the opportunity to hear from Councilmember Doris Fujioka McConnell, who is running for the seat that she has held since 2007, and the challenger, Annette Ademasu, who hopes to bring a new perspective to the council.

Both Annette and Doris are well educated, intelligent women who have a passion for Shoreline. They appear to share similar goals for the city and both feel strongly about a Council that will exchange ideas and work together to accomplish those goals.

Each candidate gave a one-minute introductory comment. You can read similar statements they prepared for the Voters Pamphlet.

Then each individually answered questions proposed by the Neighborhood Association members. Annette was scheduled to go first.

Annette Ademasu
Screenshot from video

Annette
is eager to contribute her knowledge of the environment and ecosystems to address how to retain climate resilience while partnering with developers to work with nature rather than against it. She realizes not every tree can be saved. But she would like to see more effort towards alternative methods of building design and sidewalk materials so we can avoid cutting down healthy trees.

Annette believes that all housing, whether subsidized, multifamily or  cottage homes should be livable, humane and attractive. All people need fresh air, light, and access to adjacent outside space. If an occupant just wants to sit outside for a few minutes they don’t want to walk to a park or a green area at the end of the complex. We used to build in a “U” shape that made that possible. But current multifamily housing is built in squares or rectangles with diminished access to a windows and adjacent outside space. 

Doris McConnell
Screenshot from BNA video
Doris emphasized her experience as a long time member of the Shoreline Council and her institutional/historical value as a mentor to new councilmembers. She offers her time to provide them with background on issues they may be somewhat unfamiliar with. 

Doris talked about how intertwined some topics of discussion are. Needing access to light rail, for example, required nearby housing. That also included rezoning, building heights, first story retail, recognizing city growth that is coming whether we like it or not. She believes we have achieved the growth goals they established and now it’s “build out” time.

Video of BNA meeting here - candidate forum begins about 27 minutes in, after the BNA business meeting.

Learn about the candidates and make your vote count.

Doris McConnell
206.940.1365
doris.yumi.mcconnell@gmail.com
www.DorisMcConnell.com

Annette Ademasu
206.271.6103
ElectAnnette2023@gmail.com
www.ElectAnnette.org

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Candidates for Shoreline School Board answer questions at public forum October 16, 2023

Thursday, October 19, 2023

School board candidates
Photo by Mike Remarcke

By Mike Remarcke

The Shoreline PTA Council, representing 15 PTA’s in the Shoreline School District, hosted a candidate forum for those running for the Shoreline School Board.

The event was held at the Shoreline Center on Monday night, October 16, 2023. The moderator was from the League of Women Voters, volunteers manned the timers and approximately 40 concerned citizens attended.

Candidates running for board positions participated in the forum.
  • District No. 1 Meghan Jernigan - Unopposed incumbent
  • District No. 5 Sara Betnel - Unopposed incumbent
  • District No. 4 Sylvia Gil versus Hazim Ghanim (open seat)

Mehgan Jernigan began by introducing herself as an active board member since 2019. As a Native American mother of two in the school system, she sees firsthand some of the gaps in opportunities. She believes we need diverse voices to unlock the district’s full potential and meet the educational needs of all our students. She is running unopposed.

Sara Betnel was also sworn in to office in 2019. Her goal is to listen, learn, and work to improve student experience, engagement, and outcomes in every Shoreline school. She is also unopposed.

Hazim Ghanim lives in Shoreline and has a daughter in the second grade. He believes in the power of a diverse and inclusive school environment. He believes he can infuse a fresh perspective into the board and elevate the voices of those who are underrepresented. He is an Engineering Manager at Boeing.

Silvia Gil stated that equity is very important in the school district and must not be overshadowed by budget issues causing disparities within the community. She also has a child in the school system, is a former teacher, and now is the Director of Integrated Programs, Community Health Plans of Washington.

Candidates responded to a set of predetermined questions as well as a few spontaneous questions from the audience. 

Note: We will focus on the District No.4 race between Hazim Ghanim and Silvia Gil, as the other two candidates are running unopposed.

QUESTION: What experience do you have which prepares you to be an effective leader that values equity and social justice?
  • HG- He is involved in the DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) at the Boeing Co. which spearheads programs that promote these concepts.
  • SG – She is involved with the data gathering and analysis of programs that value the sense of belonging and equity and has roles in advocacy, strategy and leadership at CHPW.  
QUESTION: How do you see easing the issues of mental health in the school system?
  • All of the candidates agreed that this is an issue that needs to be closely monitored. It is an issue that teachers need training in spotting troubles, along with families, with ways to communicate with each other. More counselors are needed and more outside resources that can be called on. Once again, the issue of inclusion and having a healthy environment at the school level can reduce the issues of mental health. When kids feel accepted and safe, mental health issues can be held in check.
QUESTION: What is your view of the current budget challenges? Is increasing enrollment an option?
  • SG - She would like to learn and understand the budget process, learn and review the costs, understand the unintended consequences of cuts and do deep reviews at the end of each year.
  • HG – From his budgeting experience at work, he would deeply scrutinize the budget, review and fully fund the reserves, and make sure all monies from other sources, such as state and federal are received and utilized.
  • MJ and SB – They both fully understand the sources of funding and want to maximize potential and also find and maximize other sources to enhance income to the district. They both appreciate the Budget Advisory Team work on budget issues.
The question of increasing enrollment to get more state funds came up for discussion. 
  • The group agreed that there is no need to go recruiting more students, but to provide the best education and school experience for the students and that in itself will potentially draw other students into the district.
QUESTION: How would you deal with social issues such as bullying and physical/sexual violence?
  • Once again, all of the candidates were aware of and concerned with deviant behavior. All felt that teachers and staff need to be aware of the issues and trained on how to handle events, as with the counseling staff. Parents and the community in large had major roles in minimizing issues and events. Again, providing a safe environment is of utmost importance.
QUESTION: How do you intend to remain current?
  • The two incumbent board members had experience with this subject; the two vying for the position will learn this as they begin to participate on the board. 
  • There are resources in the school system itself including experts in the field. There are plenty of outside educational sources, association sources and agencies that can enhance a board member's understanding of a wide variety of subjects. (This reporter recently heard presentations by two Shoreline School District educators, one on multilingual learners, the other on literacy, at a seminar for the Power of One Volunteers. Both were excellent.)
QUESTION: How will you ensure that the board is accountable and open to the public?
  • First of all, the candidates all called for as much transparency and community involvement as possible. The four candidates discussed all the variety of communication options open to the public. 
  • There is a board website, and school websites. 
  • There is a highly regarded PTA organization at each of the schools. 
  • Board meetings are open to the public including the budget meetings and the Budget Advisory Team meetings. 
  • A weekly newsletter is open to the public by simply signing up. 
  • There are media outlets that report on school events, such as the Shoreline Area News.
QUESTIONS from the audience: Book banning? Free breakfasts? Edwin Pratt?
  • All of the candidates were totally against restriction of learning and diversity by banning books. The concept of banning learning tools is abhorrent. 
  • All the candidates would love to see free breakfasts and lunches, for they all know that good nutrition is most important for learning. The issue is funding. The school district has a couple of schools that have free lunch, but money is needed from the state and the feds.
  • Edwin Pratt Early Learning Center has been a godsend for parents over the years and all the candidates have used the after school care and gave it high marks. It looks like the operation may be turned over to an outside operation. This is an issue that is outside the realm of the schools and the school board and all they can do is support the decision of those that operate the after school center.
A video of the entire forum is posted online HERE

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Reminder: Shoreline School Board candidate forum Monday, October 16, 2023 at the Shoreline Center

Saturday, October 14, 2023

L-R Sara Betnel, Hazim Ghanim, Sylvia Gil, Meghan Jernigan Candidates for Shoreline School Board

Shoreline, WA – September 2023 – Shoreline PTA Council, which represents 15 PTAs at schools throughout the Shoreline School District, will host a Candidate Forum for candidates in the Shoreline School Board election. 

The forum will be held on Monday October 16, 2023 from 7pm to 9pm in the Shoreline Room at the north end of the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155.

The following candidates have been invited to participate in the forum:
  • Sara Betnel
  • Hazim Ghanim
  • Sylvia Gil
  • Meghan Jernigan

We respectfully request the audience be seated and ready to begin at 7:00pm. The structured forum will be moderated by the League of Women Voters. 

Each set of candidates will be asked the same question. Some questions will be provided to candidates in advance based on input from the community. 

Questions will also be selected from audience members during the event. The forum will be recorded and shared through public posting following the event.

Hosting this Candidate Forum demonstrates Shoreline PTA Council’s commitment to the PTA mission of being a strong advocate for the health, safety, well-being and education of every child. The goal of the forum is to ensure that all voters can make informed choices in November.

The forum is free and community attendance is encouraged. However, distribution of campaign materials, including the carrying of signs, in the building by candidates, volunteers or members of the public is prohibited.

PTA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit association that prides itself on being a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for public education. 

Membership in PTA is open to anyone who wants to be involved and make a difference for the education, health, and welfare of children and youth. For more information about Shoreline PTA Council, visit www.shorelinepta.org

North Urban Human Services Alliance (NUHSA) advocates for human services in North King County (NKC) on behalf of its residents and the agencies that serve them through the promotion of partnerships between communities and providers. For more information about North Urban Human Services Alliance, visit https://www.nuhsa.org


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Candidate forum in Lake Forest Park brings a few fireworks

Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Story and photo by Mike Remarcke

Monday night, October 9, 2023 at the Lake Forest Park Third Place Commons, the two candidates running for Mayor and several other city council candidates vying for open council positions participated in a well-attended candidate forum event.

The League of Women’s Voters sponsored the event and moderated the proceedings. The event started with a series of set questions, followed by a couple of questions from the audience.

Running for Mayor is the incumbent, Jeff Johnson, who has been Mayor for the last eight years and is looking for a final four to close out his career. Competing against Jeff is Tom French, a recent councilmember who resigned to challenge the existing Mayor.

Other candidates included Ellyn Saunders and Nigel Keiffer running for Council Position #4, Paula Goode and Stephanie Angelis for Council Position #6 and Councilmember Lorri Bodi running unopposed in Council Position #2.

In a nutshell, starting with the Mayor’s race, Jeff Johnson touted his record as Mayor over the eight years, mentioning the upstream culverts project, the waterfront park, his support for the police department diversity and issues dealing with Sound Transit.

He sees safety issues as a continuing challenge as well as budget issues, but sees LFP on a good path. He feels throughout his terms as mayor, the citizens of LFP all feel included and safe in the city. 

Tom French also touted his experience on the council over the years (Deputy Mayor). Some of his key issues are the environment and tree cover, which he sees as an important component of equity. He has expanded the park system in the city. He would like to oversee the actions of mass transit and sees safety on the streets of LFP are a major concern.

If there is a need for more money he would support camera use on highways in the city as a form of city income. He has championed programs to help seniors who want to downsize and yet remain in LFP and for a modest change in zoning to allow for more affordable housing.

Lorri Bodi, running unopposed for Position #4 participated in the form. She is currently on the council and has been deeply involved in the Sound Transit issues, a climate action plan and other pressing issues of the day in the city.

The Position #6 is the most interesting of the races, with Stephanie Angelis running against Paula Goode. Both have similar views on inclusion and diversity. Stephanie supports a program of business incubation to allow for more companies to do business in LFP. She also has ideas regarding options with the single family zoning rules. 

Paula is one of the founders of CORE and has proposed changes to Sound Transit’s route through LFP.  She is opposed to the ST retaining wall and loss of tree cover.

Position #4 has Ellyn Saunders running against Nigel Keiffer. Ellyn has no experience in city government but is looking forward to learning and speaking to residents to find what their ideas and concerns are. She supports safe parks, clean water and air and cheaper housing. 

Her opponent, Nigel Keiffer was the surprise of the event. He attacked city government and taxes at every chance. He called the folks at the table all communists and social engineers. He was against everything. It should be an easy win for Ellyn.

Some of the overall questions concerned the waterfront park. The joke was that Lake Forest Park had lots of Parks and Trees, but no Lake (front). Now they do and the need to develop the property will be the focus. But the biggest problem is there are no places to park! The city is working on that issue. 

Another issue, and all candidates support the concept, is affordable housing and diversity in the city. That is another tough issue in that LFP was developed as a bedroom community years back. With the tree cover, hills and streams, more development will bring other issues. 

A big issue is what can the city do to keep taxes from soaring? All candidates were aware of the issue but had no clear path to solutions, except for one candidate who said taxes should be eliminated!

Finally a 13 year old girl asked what they foresaw LFP looking like in 30 years. All the candidates talked of parks, bike lanes, traffic circles etc. Tom French then used his extra time to answer more in line with his environmental focus, that he hoped to see deer in his yard, fish in the streams and eagles soaring with an occasional bear sighting. That seemed to please the young woman!


Correction: Tom French said he would support cameras on the highways in the city, not city streets. LFP has three highways: SR 104 / Ballinger Way; SR 522 / Bothell Way; NE 145th

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Shoreline School Board Candidate Forum Monday October 16 - questions due by October 6

Thursday, October 5, 2023

School board candidates
l-r Sara Betnel. Hazim Ghanim, Sylvia Gil, Meghan Jernigan

Shoreline PTA Council, which represents 15 PTAs at schools throughout the Shoreline School District, will host a Candidate Forum for candidates in the Shoreline School Board election. 

The forum will be held on Monday October 16, 2023 from 7pm to 9pm in the Shoreline Room at Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155.

The following candidates have been invited to participate in the forum:

We respectfully request the audience be seated and ready to begin at 7:00pm. The structured forum will be moderated by the League of Women Voters. 

Each set of candidates will be asked the same question. Some questions will be provided to candidates in advance based on input from the community. 

To submit questions for consideration, fill out the online Google Form by 9pm Friday October 6th.

Questions will also be selected from audience members during the event. The forum will be recorded and shared through public posting following the event.

Hosting this Candidate Forum demonstrates Shoreline PTA Council commitment to the PTA mission of being a strong advocate for the health, safety, well-being and education of every child. The goal of the forum is to ensure that all voters can make informed choices in November.

The forum is free and community attendance is encouraged. However, distribution of campaign materials, including the carrying of signs, in the building by candidates, volunteers or members of the public is prohibited.

PTA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit association that prides itself on being a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for public education. 

Membership in PTA is open to anyone who wants to be involved and make a difference for the education, health, and welfare of children and youth. More information about Shoreline PTA Council here. 

North Urban Human Services Alliance (NUHSA) advocates for human services in North King County (NKC) on behalf of its residents and the agencies that serve them through the promotion of partnerships between communities and providers. Information about North Urban Human Services Alliance here

Shoreline PTA Council has created a landing page for the event with updates, links to candidate information, and the opportunity to submit your questions in advance.


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Lake Forest Park Mayor and City Council Candidate Forum Monday at Third Place Commons

Lake Forest Park Mayor and City Council Candidate Forum

Monday October 9, 2023 from 7 - 8:30pm in-person at LFP Commons
upper level Town Center, intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Way NE, LFP

l-r Tom French, Jeff Johnson

City of Lake Forest Park, Mayor


Lorri Bodi

City of Lake Forest Park, Council Position No. 2


l-r Nigel Keiffer, Ellyn Saunders

City of Lake Forest Park, Council Position No. 4


l-r Paula Goode, Stephanie Angelis

City of Lake Forest Park, Council Position No. 6

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Briarcrest Neighborhood introduces candidates for Shoreline Council Position 4 on Tuesday October 10, 2023 online meeting

(l-r) Annette Ademasu, Doris McConnell
for Shoreline Council Position 4

All are welcome: join the Briarcrest Neighborhood Association (BNA) on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 to meet Annette Ademasu, challenger for Shoreline City Council Position 4, and incumbent Doris McConnell.

The meeting will be held via Zoom at 7:30pm. Candidates will make statements and answer questions.

For the link and further information, go to their Facebook page (NO LOGIN NEEDED) or write to jmhilde61@gmail.com.

Position 4 is the only contested race on the Shoreline Council.

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LFP City Council and Mayoral Candidate Forum at Third Place Commons on October 9, 2023

Tuesday, September 26, 2023


If you live in Lake Forest Park, don’t cast your ballots this fall without hearing from your local candidates at the Third Place Commons City Council and Mayoral Candidate Forum on Monday, October 9, 2023 at 7pm.

Don’t miss your chance to hear from the candidates who may play an integral role in the future of Lake Forest Park. Hear from each of the candidates about their positions on local issues of critical importance to you and your community.

The forum will be moderated by a representative from an outside chapter of the nonpartisan League of Women Voters. The forum will follow their standardized format allowing for each candidate to answer each question in timed responses.

Questions will be asked by the moderator and include both questions prepared by the moderator in advance, based on current issues facing the community, and those solicited in writing from the audience at the event.

All candidates for mayor and city council have agreed to participate.

Video recordings will not be permitted per League rules based on FCC regulations regarding unauthorized recordings of debates. Still photography is permitted providing it is not disruptive to the event or audience. All camera sounds should be turned off.

This important community event is hosted by the Board of Directors of Third Place Commons and takes place on the Third Place Commons stage at the Town Center at Lake Forest Park, located at 17171 Bothell Way NE.

Third Place Commons is a community-supported 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that has been building community in the heart of Lake Forest Park for more than 20 years. 

Third Place Commons fosters real community in real space by hosting hundreds of free events for audiences of all ages, and through its largest program, the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market. 

To learn more, or to make a gift of support, visit ThirdPlaceCommons.org

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CORRECTION: Candidate forum for Shoreline School Board election on Monday October 16, 2023

Monday, September 25, 2023

L-R Sara Betnel, Hazim Ghanim, Sylvia Gil, Meghan Jernigan
Candidates for Shoreline School Board

Shoreline, WA – September 2023 – Shoreline PTA Council, which represents 15 PTAs at schools throughout the Shoreline School District, will host a Candidate Forum for candidates in the Shoreline School Board election. 

The forum will be held on Monday October 16, 2023 from 7pm to 9pm in the Shoreline Room at Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155.

The following candidates have been invited to participate in the forum:
  • Sara Betnel
  • Hazim Ghanim
  • Sylvia Gil
  • Meghan Jernigan

We respectfully request the audience be seated and ready to begin at 7:00pm. The structured forum will be moderated by the League of Women Voters. 

Each set of candidates will be asked the same question. Some questions will be provided to candidates in advance based on input from the community. 

To submit questions for consideration, please fill out the online Google Form by 9pm Friday October 6th: http://www.tinyurl.com/SSDForumQ 

Questions will also be selected from audience members during the event. Information about live streaming is forthcoming. The forum will be recorded and shared through public posting following the event.

Hosting this Candidate Forum demonstrates Shoreline PTA Council’s commitment to the PTA mission of being a strong advocate for the health, safety, well-being and education of every child. The goal of the forum is to ensure that all voters can make informed choices in November.

The forum is free and community attendance is encouraged. However, distribution of campaign materials, including the carrying of signs, in the building by candidates, volunteers or members of the public is prohibited.

PTA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit association that prides itself on being a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for public education. 

Membership in PTA is open to anyone who wants to be involved and make a difference for the education, health, and welfare of children and youth. For more information about Shoreline PTA Council, visit www.shorelinepta.org

North Urban Human Services Alliance (NUHSA) advocates for human services in North King County (NKC) on behalf of its residents and the agencies that serve them through the promotion of partnerships between communities and providers. For more information about North Urban Human Services Alliance, visit https://www.nuhsa.org

CORRECTION: the original headline said October 1 instead of October 16. The story is correct.

ADDITION: Shoreline PTA Council has created a landing page for the event with updates, links to candidate information, and the opportunity to submit your questions in advance.




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Shoreline School Board Candidate Forum October 16, 2023

Monday, September 18, 2023


All are invited to attend this 2023 Shoreline School Board Candidate Forum, presented by Shoreline PTA Council and the North Urban Human Services Alliance (NUHSA).

The event will be held on Monday, October 16, 2023, starting at 7pm in the Shoreline Room at Shoreline Center at 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155. The forum will be moderated by the League of Women Voters.

We encourage all to submit questions in advance through the following Google Form by October 6th at 9pm: http://www.tinyurl.com/SSDForumQ 

Questions will be selected in advance and shared with candidates, as well as taken from the live in-person audience during the event. We are hoping to livestream the event for those unable to attend in person. 

More details to come! Please direct any questions about this event, including interest in the planning process, to legchair@shorelinepta.org



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King Conservation District seeks candidates for 2023 Board election

Monday, November 14, 2022

King Conservation District (KCD) is holding its annual Board Supervisor election January 24 - February 14, 2023. The candidate filing window for this election is December 5 – 9, 2022.

For the fourth year, the King Conservation District election will primarily rely on electronic ballot access. 

Ballots will be available to eligible voters online from January 24, 2023, at 8am through February 14, 2023, at 8pm. 

Voters may return ballots electronically through the online ballot access system or reach out to KCD for assistance. Democracy Live operates the online ballot access portal and King County Elections will tabulate all ballots and report all results.

To increase awareness of the election, for the third year, KCD will be mailing roughly 800,000 postcards to registered voter households in the district with information on how to vote in the board election. These postcards will arrive in mailboxes at the beginning of the voting period. 

The League of Women Voters is also planning to host a candidate forum January 24, 2023 to launch the voting period.

KCD is a special purpose district committed to helping people engage in stewardship and conservation of natural resources, serving over two million people in 34 cities and unincorporated King County. 

KCD assists private residents with forestry management, streamside and shoreline enhancement, farm conservation planning, and other environmental efforts. It works with cities and community organizations to support community gardens, urban forest canopy, and local food systems. KCD is funded primarily by a per-parcel assessment fee paid by residents of the district.

An all-volunteer, five-member Board of Supervisors is responsible for overseeing KCD operations, budget, and setting policy. Voters elect three supervisors, and the Washington State Conservation Commission appoints two supervisors. Supervisors serve three-year terms.

For more information about the election and candidate filing, please visit kingcd.org/elections.



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League of Women Voters Snohomish County schedules live-stream candidate forums

Sunday, September 25, 2022

The League of Women Voters of Snohomish County has scheduled a series of live-streamed Candidate Forums


  • Legislative District 44: Thursday, Sept 29, Senator – 5:00 pm/Positions 1, 2 - 6:30pm
  • Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney: Wednesday, Oct 5 - 6:30 pm
  • Legislative District 21: Tuesday, Oct 11, Senator – 5:00 pm/Positions 1 & 2 - 6:30 pm
  • Congressional District 1: Thursday, Oct 18 - 6:30 pm

Watch on their YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/lwvsnohomishcounty

Video and podcasts of all forums will be available on the League of Women Voters of Snohomish County website and YouTube Channel. Recordings will also air on KSER 90.7 FM/KXIR 89.9 FM.

The League thanks the members of our 2022 Forum Partnership Coalition: AAUW, C3 Coalition, Edmonds College, The Daily Herald, KSER/KXIR, NAACP – Snohomish County, Sno-Isle Libraries, Sultan School District and Turk Pride TV.



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Candidate forum July 8: Lake Forest Park is in a different state Legislative District

Thursday, June 30, 2022

Lake Forest Park has been redistricted into the 1st Legislative District (state). The 1st district includes Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, Bothell, Kirkland.

It is in both King and Snohomish counties. Lake Forest Park remains in the 7th Congressional district (congress).

The change will take effect after the November elections. The legislature will go into session in January 2023. 

The current 1st LD Washington state representatives are Davina Duerr and Shelley Kloba, both of whom are running again for state legislature. They will be on the primary ballot. Senator Derek Stanford's current term is not up, so is not on the ballot this year.

The League of Women Voters of Snohomish County is hosting a virtual candidate forum.

Date: Friday, July 8, 6:30 - 7:30pm

How to watch: Join us on our YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/lwvsnohomishcounty

In addition to the 1st LD (Legislative District) representatives, the US Senate, Congressional district 7 and the Secretary of State will be on the ballot.

The primary ballots should be arriving in your mailbox around July 15. Your completed ballot should be returned by August 2, 2022. You can drop your completed ballot in the mail or in a ballot box such as the one which will be at LFP City Hall.



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Turn in your ballot before 8pm on Tuesday - resources and warnings

Sunday, October 31, 2021

READ THIS and FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

By Diane Hettrick

Your ballots are due before Tuesday, November 2, 2021 at 8pm.

You can mail them in if you verify that they will be postmarked before that time.

There is a Vote Center in Kenmore if you need to register or need assistance. Article here.

Best to put the in an election drop box. They are all over King county and there are three locally.

  1. Lake Forest Park City Hall - there is one right next to City Hall in Town Center, intersection of Ballinger and Bothell Way.
  2. Shoreline Library - in the parking lot - library is located on the corner of NE 175th and 5th NE.
  3. Shoreline Park n Ride - in the northeast corner where there is a little park / rain garden. Across from Cats Exclusive and the old Rat City / Mattress World building.
Sign the outside of the ballot envelope. 
  • Provide an email or phone number in case they can't read your signature.
  • Answer the phone or respond to emails from the elections division. 
  • If they can't "cure" your ballot with the missing or illegible signature it won't be counted. 
You must get your ballot in the drop box before 8pm.
  • If you hand your ballot to an election worker at the drop box even one minute after 8pm - they will take it but it will not be counted.
  • If you get to the drop box after 8pm - laying your ballot on top of the drop box will not get it counted.
Vote
  • Even if a candidate is running unopposed, they still deserve your support
Don't vote
  • If you are uninformed about a candidate or other measure - don't vote. 
  • Skip that one and move on to something you know about.
You can find information about local candidates and measures on our site
  • Important note - this will be a mix of Shoreline and Lake Forest Park
  • It will also have past elections
  • Candidates here - scroll down
  • Candidate forums here - scroll down


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Shoreline Council candidates respond to community questions

Thursday, October 28, 2021

L-R Laura Mork, John Ramsdell, Eben Pobee
Candidates for Shoreline City Council

By Pam Cross

The ballots have been received in the mail and it’s time to vote. Are you familiar with the uncontested candidates (other than Chris Roberts since he is currently a Councilmember)? 

Due to COVID, there wasn’t really an opportunity to hear more from the candidates, other than the environmental forum held by Save Shoreline Trees (Shoreline council candidates discuss the environment). 

These are questions that residents would likely have asked the candidates if there had been an opportunity. Questions and answers were provided separately so no comment is in response to another Candidate. The answers have been edited for brevity.

Are you vaccinated against COVID-19 and do you support a vaccine mandate for people who work for the City of Shoreline?

Eben Pobee, Laura Mork, and John Ramsdell are fully vaccinated and support the vaccine mandate for employees and volunteers.

Are you happy with current development along Aurora?

All candidates expressed general satisfaction, although John Ramsdell stated he is not happy that residents in these developments do not have adequate access to public open space.

Laura Mork commented that development along major arterials is important. Rapid Ride provides easy transportation, potentially reducing the number of miles driven in single occupant cars.

Are you happy with the Shoreline Police Department? Do you think we need more police officers?

John Ramsdell says he has had very positive interaction with the Shoreline PD while partnering with them on crisis calls when he was employed by Evergreen Hospital as a geriatric mental health crisis clinician. He also advocates for “always on” body cams and embedding mental health professionals on the force. 

No one saw an immediate need for increasing the size of the police department.

Do you think Shoreline should have another Enhanced Shelter?

Laura Mork: Each community needs to take action to assist vulnerable, homeless people, but no one community should be the only to provide these services.

John Ramsdell: I am encouraged by citizen reports during Council meetings that the current shelter is working well. If the same model is implemented and the current shelter continues to succeed, I would support a second shelter on Aurora.

Eben Pobee: I think an internal and external assessment should be conducted for the current one. After a detailed report has been reviewed, than an informed decision can be made. The decision needs to be made with the interest of the City and its residents at heart.

How do you feel about the King Co. Homeless Authority map plans to make Seattle’s Lake City Way “part of Shoreline”? And why do you think they are doing that?

Geographically it makes sense.

I can only assume the KCHA is trying to consolidate resources until the program is fully developed. 

Currently multifamily buildings being developed in the station areas offer studios and 1 and 2 bedroom options. Do you think multifamily buildings should have a 3-bedroom option?

John Ramsdell: Yes. The current 1&2 bedroom options are not affordable. This is particularly relevant to how affordable rates are determined in the current multi-family tax exemption (MFTE) program that incentivizes developers to set aside a certain number of units as affordable. The current formula that determines affordable rates in Shoreline is based on King County data. Because the rental data from Seattle and Bellevue are used in this calculation, “affordable” rental rates in the new apartment buildings on Aurora and elsewhere are essentially market rate, when comparing data in rentcafe.comand the City’s MFTE website. 

Laura Mork: On the Planning Commission, we have been told that city staff has received input from developers that 3 bedrooms are not economically viable for them to build. As a child, I lived for a year in a 3-bedroom apartment, so I am familiar with the concept. If this is an issue that is important to the community, the City should study this issue in more detail, and understand input from all sides of the issue. I do know that there are many creative building types being explored nationwide, and in Shoreline, in response to housing questions. 

Eben Pobee: I totally concur that multi-family buildings should have a 3-bedroom option as it may have some compelling benefits compared to what is currently offered for studios and 1&2-bedroom options. The flexibility to lower individual costs for students and/or individuals and the practicality of using one bedroom as an office for someone working remotely can only be achieved if we have a 3-bedroom option.

Are you in favor of our current residential zoning laws or would you like to see more multi-family buildings in the current residential areas?

Eben Pobee: I think the current residential zoning laws are very definitive, however, I do believe that we will have to make decisions to meet the needs of our residents. A lot of discussions need to happen for such a decision to be made, of course, with experts involved as well as community member involvement. 

John Ramsdell: I favor zoning incentives that encourage increased density on transit corridors, reducing our carbon footprint while preserving our neighborhoods. There is no reason that I can think of to up-zone residential areas that are not directly on transit corridors. Shoreline’s neighborhoods are what make our city so livable and attractive.

Laura Mork: This past year, the Planning Commission and the City Council had presentations regarding changes to the current codes that might provide additional options for “housing in the middle”. It is my understanding that city staff are studying this issue in more detail. Any specific change to these codes will include extensive opportunities for public participation, both at the Planning Commission and at the City Council, which I will be listening to the pro’s and con’s closely. 

Although running unopposed, these candidates will appreciate your support. 
Remember to vote by November 2nd.


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LFP Prop 1 in The Urbanist

Waterfront Park photo courtesy Windermere Real Estate

Lake Forest Park's Prop 1, on the current ballot, is getting some regional attention. 

This article was recently published in The Urbanist Magazine: "Lake Forest Park Ballot Measure Would Increase Park Access and Fund Safer Streets."

Read it HERE.



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Lake Forest Park council candidates answer questions at Third Place Commons candidate forum October 7

Monday, October 25, 2021

Both the candidate forum and the Prop 1 forum
are available online
By Pam Cross

On Thursday, October 7, 2021 Third Place Commons presented the Lake Forest Park City Council Candidate Forum, in partnership with the League of Women Voters - Seattle/King County. 

All seven candidates for the four city council positions participated, and shared their thoughts on a wide variety of topics including Prop 1, increasing affordable housing options, and the future of Town Center.

The forum was moderated by Chelsea Jordan from the League of Women Voters - Seattle / King County.

The candidates did not receive the questions beforehand and were given from 1 to 2 minutes to respond. The candidates were randomly called on so that no one had an advantage.

What three things would you do to improve or deepen a safe and strong community?

The most frequently mentioned was improving accessibility through a comprehensive sidewalk plan starting with the areas around schools. The cut-through traffic has to be addressed using traffic calming methods. The City needs to be more walkable and bikeable and needs more street lights.

Candidates expressed a need for expanded services to complement the RADAR program for those who need mental health assistance or suffer from domestic violence. There is potential funding for a North End crisis center that would provide the immediate help that RADAR cannot provide.

It was pointed out that local control of the Police and Fire Departments requires proper funding; we should pay attention to what the Northshore FD is planning; and gathering places are important and needed in LFP.

Other items that were raised included the need for cooling/warming stations because of the more extreme weather caused by Climate Change, increasing neighborhood involvement through a Neighborhood Watch program, and a locking mailboxes program partly subsidized by City.

The LFP Council has placed a property tax levy on the Nov Ballot to fund improvements for sidewalks, pedestrians and bicycles, parks increasing taxes $.59/1,000.

What is your position on Prop 1 and what would you do to support it if passes, and what are your thoughts on supporting parks if it does not pass?


The candidates were generally in support of Prop 1 with one dissenting view.

Maddy Larson (Position 5) put it this way: this is a complicated issue. Everybody wants it, but the mechanism is frustrating to voters that there’s not more specificity in what it would fund. And it does not have a time limit to end this tax. We need to start somewhere - we need to start making progress on these infrastructure issues. I will work with Council to make sure the funds are spent with a community voice present, projects are clearly planned and budgeted, and that we make meaningful progress. If it doesn’t pass, we will have to find another funding source.

All of the candidates commented that funding was the area of most concern. They recognized that we need to make the investments and until we have some money to invest, no bank is going to bond us. Right now interest rates are low.

No one likes to raise taxes for the sake of raising taxes without compelling justification. These are the things voters support. There are very good safeguards built into Prop 1 so that funds will go into designated account and will be used only for pedestrian safety and parks. It can’t be raided for general purpose expenditures.

Semra Riddle (Position 1), who is currently on the Council and running unopposed, supports Prop 1. Resolution 1810 spells out how the funds will be spent. The money can’t be spent until there’s an implementation plan. Council is working on the implementation plan right now which requires work by staff, public outreach, and a public hearing as part of the normal process. We have tried other funding sources in the past for safe routes to schools and we have missed the mark every time. And these projects we’ve asked for are basically shovel ready. They’re just not big enough to rise to the top. If it doesn’t pass, we’re really going to have to think about how we’re coming back with a smaller levy because going out for grants and State money hasn’t been successful for these types of projects.

The dissenting opinion came from candidate Jon Lebo (Position 3).

I’m a strong supporter of parks, sidewalks and safety but I think we’re a bit premature. I have years of experience managing construction projects in the public sector. We’ve always put together a very detailed list of priorities and we’ve gone through a funding cycle and we have looked at sources, costs, and budget. I will vote no because I don’t think they’ve outlined enough detail in the priorities, the costs, and what they really want to achieve. There are many ways to provide safe access. The implementation plan should have been developed before going to the voters. You need to go to the voters with a strong program of what you’re going to do, and how you’re going to do it.

The next question: What is your vision for the future of Town Center Third Place Commons, and how would you achieve that?

Larry Goldman (Position 7) stated that the zoning regulations are a reasonable compromise by bringing in some residential with some affordable housing, but not so much that it overwhelms the infrastructure. We still need space for our Farmers Market, and community gathering spaces like we have now. There will be more opportunities for public input so we can balance affordable housing with a community focused center.

Other candidates mentioned that it’s a sensitive area because of the watershed. Some would like to see Town Center as a model for sustainable building, with lots of social services placed there, housing, and retail, and room for community gatherings. Use of solar, wind, and zero net carbon emissions are some ideas to model what we want to see in the rest of the community. The visibility to people outside the community lets them see what LFP is about. Our community wants a vibrant retail space with the character and feel of LFP. We need what is appropriate for LFP meaning low scale buildings, methods that improve the environment, more walkability - a place where people want to go. We need to find a developer that will do that.

A member of the audience asked: What concrete steps would you take about all of the noisy and racing cars?

All candidates agree that this is a big issue and needs to be a priority. It is critical to address this because it is in every neighborhood. We need to provide education in high schools and consider lobbying the state legislature for support in things like allowed signage.

Paul Sanford (Position 7) This is a big one. I think you have to start with police enforcement. We have a strong police force today but they are limited in where they can get and how quickly they can get there. I think we need to put together a special hotline or special conduit forum so people can directly contact a response at all hours of the day. A lot of concerns to address. We can look at cameras, and temporary calming traffic measures to disrupt these activities.

Tracy Furutani (Position 5). Agrees that data gathering is important and neighbors are the best way to get the information. We need one central repository to identify the area and emphasize those areas. We also have to decide whether this is local problem or a regional problem. If it’s regional, let’s partner with our neighbor cities to work on roads that lead into LFP.

Others pointed out that there are a couple of areas that are all known for racing. They are ripe for speed bumps - even temporary ones that are less expensive. Maybe the neighborhood would be willing to contribute to city funds. Let’s consider using inexpensive deterrents such as speed bumps, reducing the speed limits citywide, signage

In response to an audience question about affordable housing, the candidates supported ADUs because they provide a gentle increase in density. They also reduce the likelihood of loss of tree canopy. Another suggestion was cluster housing.

There were other questions from the audience as well as closing statements from the candidates. 

View the entire candidate forum HERE



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LFP Forums are now online

Monday, October 18, 2021


Watch the Lake Forest Park Prop 1 and City Council Candidate Forums On-Demand

Need help making your decisions on this year’s ballot? Third Place Commons can help.

On Thursday, October 7, 2021 Third Place Commons presented the Lake Forest Park City Council Candidate Forum. All seven candidates for four positions participated and shared their thoughts on a wide variety of topics including Prop 1, increasing affordable housing options, and the future of town center.

On Saturday, October 16th, Third Place Commons presented the Lake Forest Park Prop 1 Pro and Con Forum. The forum included presentations by both the Pro Committee (“Yes for Sidewalks, Safe Streets and Parks Campaign”) and the Con Committee (“Neighbors for a Sustainable LFP"), after which both sides fielded questions from the opposing side and the audience.

Both events were presented in partnership with the League of Women Voters to bring these important nonpartisan events to our local community.

Third Place Commons also gratefully acknowledges community members Mike Dee of the Lake Forest Park Citizens’ Commission and Anne Stadler for their help in putting together the Prop 1 Forum, which would not have happened without their support and partnership.

Now both forums are available to watch on demand on the Third Place Commons YouTube channel. Watch the forums here.

To get information about other upcoming events, including live music on Saturday and Sunday afternoons and Civic Saturday on October 30th, visit the Third Place Commons online calendar.

Third Place Commons – a community supported 501(c)3 nonprofit organization – has been building real community in the heart of Lake Forest Park for over 20 years. In addition to presenting its largest program, the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market, Third Place Commons now also fosters real community in digital space with TPC At Home programs.



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With Prop 1, voters decide the future of sustainable funding for walkways, safe connections, parks, and recreation in LFP

Wednesday, October 13, 2021

On Saturday, October 16, 2021 at 1pm, Third Place Commons invites you to the Lake Forest Park Prop 1 Pros and Cons Forum. More information here. Register here

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By Luanne Brown

Voters in Lake Forest Park (LFP) will be voting on Proposition 1 in the upcoming election on November 2, 2021. The ballot measure says:

November 2, 2021 General and Special Election


The full wording of Resolution No. 1810 can be found here.

What are the main points of Resolution No 1810?

The issues surrounding Prop 1 are complex, but when distilled to its essence, it can be summarized as follows:

The City wants to permanently increase that portion of our property taxes that is paid to Lake Forest Park, which is 9 percent of your total King County tax bill. These additional funds will add up to $2 million dollars yearly which will give the city the ability to pay the debt on $20 million worth of Bonds used to raise money to fund projects identified by the City through the Safe Streets study and the PROST Plan (Parks, Recreation, Open Spaces, Trails) as well from citizen input.

Who determines how this money will be used?

The Council is setting the rules for that now and will discuss and vote on this question at the Thursday, October 14th meeting.

The Parks Board, under the rules the Council is developing, will provide citizen input on priorities and there is also opportunity for public comment at Park Board meetings and City Council meetings.

Why is this issue coming up now?

According to Deputy Mayor and Councilmember Phillippa Kassover, the City Council began discussing the need for a new source of revenue, prior to the pandemic, to fulfill the Safe Streets and PROST plans.

“We were not able to follow through in 2020, as the Governor’s emergency orders required cities to prioritize essential services for several months. Council began discussing these needs again in Spring of 2021, following our completion of the Town Center code. 
"Due to inflation and the Bond market variabilities, the longer the city waits to secure a new stream of revenue to accomplish the priorities in the Safe Streets and PROST plan, the more expensive these projects will become, and the less the city will be able to accomplish.”

Why not do a bond without a levy lid lift?


According to Kassover, the City administration has warned that simply selling bonds to cover construction costs is not a feasible option, as under the current budget the city would not have the resources to pay the interest on the bonds, hire additional staff to develop the detailed plans and estimates required for the bond sale, nor operate and maintain new facilities if they were built. That is why the 2021 Council discussions focused on a levy lid lift as the best option.

Why are additional property taxes necessary to pay for these improvements?

Unlike many surrounding cities, LFP does not have a significant commercial tax base to rely on for money to fund these improvement projects. So, if residents of LFP want better roads, sidewalks, and parks, we will have to pay more in property taxes to fund and maintain these improvements.

Why not write grants or use REET (real estate excise tax) funds to pay for these improvements?

Kassover says that the City has had some success writing grants and has raised money for culverts but was not successful in finding funding for sidewalks. 

“If we look at all the letters and emails that we get from citizens, setting aside the town center issues, the number one thing we hear about from our citizens is safety. The fact that someone could lose their life because our streets are unsafe affected us deeply as council members. 
"We have also applied to the U. S. Department of Transportation, Safe Routes to School program but there we compete with other cities. Also, for some grants, you must have matching funds which we don’t. And our REET funds are already spoken for.”

Why does this levy lid lift have to be permanent?

This aspect of the resolution has strong convictions on both sides, making it the most contentious point of argument.

The Pro

From the City Council’s point of view, leaving the levy lid lift open-ended ensures that the City can make and maintain street improvements and operate and maintain the new park the City creates. They see it as a positive and responsible decision that means they won’t have to defer maintenance or ask citizens for more money down the line to pay to keep these improvements in good condition.

The YES FOR SIDEWALKS SAFE STREETS AND PARKS group says on their Facebook page that, 

“the reason the council decided to leave this levy open ended rather than suggest a specific number of years is to ensure that the funding would always be available for operations and maintenance of our new park improvements and new sidewalks and safe streets infrastructure.

"Council wants to avoid the burden incurred by taxpayers when cities do not plan for maintenance of the assets. Deferred maintenance leads to significant decline in the function and value of physical assets and requires enormous amounts of money to eventually repair or rebuild.”

They compare what they've done to the actions of a responsible homeowner who must budget for maintenance and repairs as well as pay for the mortgage. In other words, not only do we have to pay for something, we must take care of what we pay for it. This obligation continues even after the bonds are paid for and this maintenance cost is expected to increase over time.

This group has gone with a ‘MINI Filer’ designation with the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) where no campaign reporting is required. However, Kassover, who serves as treasurer, says they have raised $3500. Their top four contributors have each contributed $500. Their names are Stacie Johnson, Semra Riddle, Lois Lee, and Francois Pondemer.

The Con

Jeff Snedden, the major contributor to the opposition group, says that if this permanent aspect of the levy lid lift were not there, that he would vote ‘yes’ on the proposition. Steven Plusch, Chair of this ‘vote no’ effort agrees. “If it had been a limited term, we (our group) wouldn’t be here.”

Plusch says their group supports safe streets and parks but there is a better way to go about getting them, which warrants more study. 

Sneddon adds, “This (proposition) shouldn’t have been put on the ballot. It should have been studied more. We should have had a better understanding of the priorities across three different very important things the city is facing: parks, streets, and the development downtown.”

However, on their website, this group states that “This type of permanent levy lift is unprecedented.” That is not true, according to Diann Locke, a Levies and Appeals Specialist with the Property Tax Division of the Washington State Department of Revenue. 

Instead, she says, “From my experience as an auditor, I have seen many taxing districts with voter approved permanent lid lifts.” The State allows the governing body to set those terms and red lights do not automatically flash when they encounter one in an audit.

The ‘vote no’ group, Neighbors for A Sustainable LFP 2021, according to the PDC has, as of 10/11/21 raised $13,774.06 from 18 individuals and three businesses, including $100 of small contributions from undesignated sources. Their top four donors include: Sneddon ($5000), Jack Tonkin ($3000), Donald Nibouar ($2000), Plusch ($1000).

​How much will our taxes increase if Prop 1 passes?

Currently the City gets 9 percent of our King County property taxes to pay for City services. The cost to the taxpayer will increase only on the part of their taxes that are paid to LFP, not their total King County tax bill. When the percentage increase is cited without the qualification, that it is 61 percent of 9 percent, it is an untrue statement.

The “vote no” group has, on more than one occasion, not properly qualified their use of the 61 percent figure. 

One of those times being in the Statement in opposition to the levy on the King County Election website, where it says, “There are better ways to fund them than permanently increasing property taxes 61 percent...” 

Another time they cited this figure without accurate qualification is on their homepage, under the headline "Excessive" where they say, “Prop 1's 61 percent increase is far and away the largest tax increase ever proposed in Lake Forest Park.” 

It is not clear that it is 61 percent of a much smaller number relative to the total amount paid of property tax paid by property owners in LFP. When this was brought to the attention of Sneddon and Plusch they say it was an unintentional error and cited the lack of time they had to prepare their opposition. These errors are exceptions as there are additional cases where they have properly qualified that figure.

Example of the impact of the levy lid lift on one household

In this example:
  • A homeowner has an assessed property value (according to the County Assessor) of $624,000.
  • In 2021, the King County Property Tax Bill for this property is $7055.
  • Of that amount 9 percent or $610 per year comes back to the City of LFP.
  • Under the new levy, that amount will increase $372 for a total property tax of $7427 ($7055 + $372)
  • If Prop 1 passes, $982 ($610 + $372) will be the new amount coming to the City.
  • Now the homeowner who used to pay 9 percent, will pay 13 percent for an increase of 4 percent in the tax that goes to LFP.

Additional pro and con statements

Pro: Council Member Lorri Bodi, on Nextdoor

“The ballot measure is complicated. It's capped to raise a flat $2M per year (permanently) with no adjustment for inflation, so as mentioned the revenue will decline in real spending power over time. The levy rate is not locked in, but will likely also decline over time, to raise just the $2M.

"The levy could provide a revenue stream for construction bonds if that’s the best bang for the buck. Once sidewalks and recreation facilities are built, the funds will be used for maintenance and repair of the new improvements. Even the initial priority list for sidewalks and recreation totals about $12-19M based on 2018 costs. Sidewalks and other improvements are expensive.

"We have tried but been unable to fund these community-recommended improvements for public enjoyment and safety through grants or other means. Even the sidewalks to schools which are "shovel ready" have been rejected more than once. Prop1 makes clear that the funds are absolutely dedicated and can’t be used for other purposes, even by a future Council. 

"There will be a public annual implementation plan to identify upcoming priority projects, timelines, and costs. The community Parks and Recreation Board will partner with the Council on setting these implementation plan priorities and public engagement. There will also be an annual report on what was accomplished, for accountability to the community."

What do people who oppose the resolution say?

On their website, opponents to the measure claim without supporting details that “there is a better way” to do this. “I’ve seen nothing about prioritizing the studies and making choices about what a city of 13,500 plus people can afford,” Sneddon says. He says it is, “a real serious issue that has not been addressed.” But Sneddon also wonders, “Are we overreaching? Are we spending too much money?” He also believes that “not in every case is government doing the right or best thing for the community."

And with regard to the new waterfront park, Sneddon indicates that people who aren’t eligible for membership in the two private waterfront parks that already exist currently have the option to go to Log Boom Park, Matthews Beach, or other beaches within easy commuting distance from Lake Forest Park.

What does the future hold for Lake Forest Park?

The City of Lake Forest Park wants to invest in their community long term for safer streets, more sidewalks, and improved parks, including a new waterfront park.

On November 2, 2021 voters in LFP will have the opportunity to choose whether they want to fund projects that will provide additional sidewalks for safer walking, calming methods to address increased traffic in and through the city, and improved park amenities. Or not.

Whatever your choice, make your voices heard and vote.



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