Showing posts with label letters. Show all posts
Showing posts with label letters. Show all posts

Letter to the Editor: Statistics are misleading

Monday, August 12, 2024

To the Editor,

In your otherwise excellent August 10 article, "Brookside traffic cameras an "enormous success” says Lake Forest Park mayor despite "messy” bill and mistakes", I was disappointed to see some misleading statistics on race published for a second time. In the piece, the LFP PD are quoted as stating that, "although less than 4% of Lake Forest Park residents are Black, 12% of people who received a traffic ticket in the city were Black" 

As I wrote in my May 28 LTE, comparing those 2 statistics isn't meaningful as an indicator of bias and worse, is actually misleading; the percentage of LFP residents who are Black should be compared with the percentage of Black residents who received tickets.

Gay Armsden
Lake Forest Park



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Letter to the Editor: Exclusive waters

Friday, August 2, 2024

To the Editor:

The Shoreline Area News today (Aug.2) showed several views of the proposed development plan for our water park.

The illustrations revealed 11 parking stalls (5 disable,6 standard) and illustrated approximately 12 people using the lawn or water.

I would like to see an illustration of the off-site parking count and location and what the safe maximum count of users will be allowed each day.

Not being able to factor off-site parking facilitation, nor the maximum user counts, I did some simple math projections on the existing plan.
  • 13,300 population LFP, 11 stalls= 3.3 years wait for each resident to park.
  • An ample estimated 36 users= 369 days each group accommodated.
  • Assuming 4 full months of use, new groups would be allowed access every 3 years.
Costs: The park property cost $5 million dollars. The development costs are yet to be determined but it has been discussed at $5-$8 million. I recognize grants have paid much of the costs but the actual tax payer cost is the true reflection of judgement vs. costs. (And for the purpose of evaluation, the future costs for maintenance, personnel, insurance, etc. shall be ignored until some data for those factors are produced.)

2010 census reported 5,268 housing units in LFP. Using the low estimate of $5 million for development, plus $5 million purchase price, the average cost per 5,268 homes is $1,898.

There has been much acclaim from LFP officials how great the news of a water park to be used by all LFP residence, plus no restrictions to those not living in LFP. As with all good news, there is bad news as well and certainly the cost and access issues alone illustrate the poor judgement on the cities part in this
Masquerade of political promise. Only a few will ever be able to dip their toe in these exclusive waters.

I feel deceived by all the city hype over a poor judgement and promise for use.

Jack Tonkin
Lake Forest Park


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Letters to the Editor: Orange ribbons are gone from trees on 175th

Friday, July 19, 2024

Photo by Kean Engle
To The Editor:

Help!

In early May, volunteers from Save Shoreline Trees tied orange ribbons around most of the 274 trees that the City of Shoreline intends to cut down for the upcoming 175th St Project: from I-5 to Stone Ave. 

Forty-eight of those trees are on private land, so those trees were not tied unless with permission.

Similar, but yellow, ribbons indicated trees that the City would try to save, but that might be too impacted to make their survival possible.

We removed our signs after the June 3rd City Council meeting where these issues were discussed, since the signs were in the way of maintenance workers, but the City said we could leave the ribbons.

Ribbons are expensive, but worth it to us to help folks visualize what “cutting down 274 trees” really means), and to better understand the impact that this will have on shade, temperature control, pollution control, our water table, and surface water management.

Save Shoreline Trees is a local non-profit hoping to protect our mature trees which provide so many benefits to us all. Of course we are also for safe sidewalks and bike lanes for everyone, young and old, and we agree with the goal of getting people out of their cars and walking, riding, rolling as much as possible instead. .

Save Shoreline Trees is not about saving EVERY tree; that’s not practical or even desirable, but we also are convinced that this community does not need 13 foot sidewalks (as planned for 175th), nor should bikers go up and down a major and dangerously busy hilly street when alternatives pathways to the north are readily available at less cost and at a significant increase of safety for both bikers and walkers. If the City incorporated these sensible changes to their current plan, many of those big trees could be saved.

Sometime last Friday, July 12th, every ribbon tied around every tree on 175th St disappeared, including the ones that we had to scramble up the rockeries to tie. Vanished.

I would like folks to know that the City of Shoreline has assured us that they, like us, have no idea who took the trouble and considerable time to remove every ribbon without a trace.

In fact, the City took the time to check with all relevant Departments to make sure that they were not involved, which we appreciate.

If any one has any idea who did remove those ribbons on 175th trees, and why, we would love to know.

Thank you,

Trish Woollcott
Shoreline


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Letter to the Editor: Don't feed the raccoons

Wednesday, July 3, 2024

To the Editor:

Our dog was attacked by two raccoons as we left our condo last night. We spent till 2:00am at the pet emergency center.

For anyone out there who thinks that feeding raccoons helps anything, please stop. Every single expert says do not feed wild raccoons.

Our neighbor has been consistently feeding the raccoons all around our unit. The population exploded to 9 with 5 cubs, and the neighbor refused to believe that it could become a problem, in spite of what everyone with knowledge says about it.

This family of nine raccoons came to consider our property a part of their den, apparently. They became extremely territorial and aggressive towards us.

If you want to keep a healthy environment for pets, people, and raccoons: NEVER FEED WILD RACCOONS

It will lead to a raft of painful problems.

Our dog has 4 - 5 puncture wounds and a laceration that needed to be stitched. He's doing okay. It could have been much worse. 

Luckily I was following close behind my partner as she left with the dog, and I followed up, kicking the raccoons as hard as I could to get them to leave. It was a wild attack, probably lasted 45 seconds, but it seemed like an hour. I could see that my partner and the dog were losing their battle with the two raccoons. Thank God I was there to kick them.

Name withheld (but known to Editor)
Shoreline


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Letter to the Editor: The 809th anniversary of the Magna Carta.

Sunday, June 16, 2024

To the Editor:

On this day 809 years ago, the Magna Carta was signed, marking a pivotal moment in history. This monumental document, agreed upon by King John of England and a group of rebellious barons, laid the groundwork for modern governance and justice. It established the revolutionary idea that everyone, including the king, was subject to the law, and introduced fundamental rights and liberties that have influenced countless generations and played a crucial role in shaping the development of constitutional law worldwide.

The Magna Carta's most significant contributions include the concepts of due process, habeas corpus, and the right to a fair trial. By asserting that no one could be deprived of liberty or property without lawful judgment, it set a precedent for legal protections that are still relevant today. The document also addressed the rights of the Church, the protection of barons from illegal imprisonment, access to swift justice, and limitations on feudal payments to the Crown.

The legacy of the Magna Carta can be seen in numerous constitutional frameworks, from the English Bill of Rights to the United States Constitution and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. It has become a cornerstone of democratic ideals, promoting the rule of law and limiting the power of rulers. Its influence is evident in the development of parliamentary systems, legal precedents, and the ongoing global struggle for human rights and justice.

Over the centuries, the Magna Carta has remained a symbol of the enduring fight for freedom and equality. It reminds us of the power of collective action in the pursuit of justice and continues to inspire modern societies to uphold and protect the fundamental principles of democracy and human rights. The Magna Carta's impact is profound and far-reaching, cementing its place as one of the most significant documents in the history of human civilization. 

As we commemorate the signing of the Magna Carta, we reflect on its lasting influence and the principles it enshrined. The document's assertion that no one is above the law has been a guiding force for legal and political systems around the world. Its emphasis on rights and liberties has shaped the discourse on human rights and justice for centuries.

Today, we celebrate the Magna Carta not just as a historical artifact, but as a living document whose spirit continues to resonate. Its ideals have inspired movements for democracy and civil rights across the globe, reminding us of the ongoing struggle to achieve a fair and just society. The Magna Carta's enduring relevance is a testament to its visionary principles and the timeless pursuit of liberty and justice.

Alan Charnley
Shoreline 


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Letter to the Editor: Traffic camera article needs clarification

Monday, May 27, 2024

To the Editor:

Your May 26 piece, "Lake Forest Park City Council Increases Traffic Camera Fines", is interesting and well written. But there are two statements that I believe should be clarified.

My first comment is on this statement: "...although less than 4% of Lake Forest Park residents are Black, 12% of people who received a traffic ticket in the city were Black." Comparing those 2 statistics isn't meaningful and worse, is actually misleading. The percentage of Black residents who received tickets should be compared with the percentage of residents who are Black.

Second, this statement is incorrect: "The camera infraction recidivism rate is less than 90% which, according to the city, means that the cameras are effective in getting drivers to slow down." The recidivism rate (i.e., rate of getting more than 1 ticket) is less than 10%.

Gay Armsden
Lake Forest Park

Editor: Re the second statement, the article has been corrected.


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Letter to the Editor: New neighborhood bus routes will tear up the streets

To the Editor:

Looking at the routing for Metro 333 I wonder if there is a passenger demand for this service? More importantly how many more of these neighborhood routes will be coming to residential areas as part of "service" to light rail stations? 

Among other problems these busses tear up the street due to their heavy weight. Pot holes proliferate, detours and repair delays all too common. Have you seen an overlay map of all the new bus routes through the residential neighborhoods? I saw one briefly on-line but have not found the map again: A map of all the new bus routing in North End neighborhoods where there was none before. I'd like to know what's what.

The more 175th gets fixed the more problems seem to surface. The fellow who wrote the letter suggesting closing/relocating the elementary schools may be on to something. Certainly worth discussion.

Thank you, you do a great service to the larger community.

Wm V King.
Lake Forest Park


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Letter to the Editor: N 175th Orange Ribbons Tied to Trees – Gone!

Thursday, May 23, 2024

Orange ribbons on N 175th provided a
dramatic visual about trees at risk
To the Editor:

The orange ribbons tied to hundreds of trees to be removed for the N 175th corridor project provided a quick visual communication to residents that the trees are at risk of being cut down unless the design along N 175th corridor project is revised. 

Save Shoreline Trees and Tree Action Seattle volunteers tied all of the ribbons last week before the “Stop the Chop” rally on Sunday. City officials assured Save Shoreline Trees that staff would not remove the orange ribbons or signs. We talked with the city grounds manager who confirmed that when the grassy strips were mowed, the campaign signs would be protected. And they were. 

Thousands of residents driving in N 175th traffic saw the ribbons and have been startled by the number of trees to be cut down for the N 175th project. 

On Wednesday, all of the orange ribbons and signs along N 175th were removed except for a few on the rockeries. Obviously, some did not agree with this visual display as there have been a few negative comments to a local online group. Why does this person or group not come forward and make a public statement, rather than hide under anonymity? 

We had the hope the orange ties on the trees and “Stop the Chop” signs would remain until City Council discusses the N 175th corridor project on Monday, June 3. If you saw any activity of the removal of the orange ribbons or signs on Wednesday or have any information where the signs might be, please email saveshorelinetrees@gmail.com.

Kathleen Russell
Save Shoreline Trees


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Letter to the Editor: Shoreline Medics are professional, knowledgeable, kind, and very humorous

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

To the Editor:

I have lived in Shoreline for 30 years - before it was a city. There are many wonderful reasons to live here. There are also some disappointing issues. But if you ever need to call 911 for a medical emergency, I believe there is no place better than the City of Shoreline.

I recently had to contact 911 for a medical issue. I got through to a 911 operator immediately who spoke clearly and calmly. In response, I was able to respond in the same way. Once they decided that I might need assistance, they added the Fire Department medical response team to the phone call so I was never put on hold.

As they relayed the information I was told Emergency Services had been dispatched. Within minutes, they arrived and quickly evaluated my situation. While keeping me calm with their kindness and humor, they used their knowledge and equipment to assess me and transported me to the hospital. They had arranged to have me met by an emergency surgical team that greeted me as we arrived. I did not have to answer the same questions again and again, or sit in the emergency room waiting for my turn. My son was contacted using my iPhone so he would answer it and the situation was calmly explained to him.

I received excellent care at UW/NW Hospital. I did not require surgery.

I don't think we could live in a better place for emergency medical response. Shoreline Fire Department is to be applauded and supported for having a professional, knowledgeable, kind, and very humorous medical response staff.

Pam Cross
Shoreline, WA

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Letter to the Editor: Lots of people run red lights at N 175th and Meridian

To the Editor:

We love your news articles, they are SO interesting. We read through some recent articles. We were surprised to see that a dog was able to help locate illegal drugs, and we liked the information about secret gardens. You have great pictures of our local area.

We were excited to see the May 5 article about the intersection of N 175th St and Meridian Ave N. (Every child should be able to walk to school without fear)

We are fourth graders at Meridian Park Elementary. One of our dads notices lots of people running red lights at that intersection. We are training to become patrols to help keep students safe. Running red lights and safety patrols might be good topics for articles.

P.S. Can you also please write about Taylor Swift? 

Sincerely, Gracie and Evelyn 
Girl Scout Troop 41974


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Letter to the Editor: Non-pesticide methods to remove poison hemlock without sterilizing the soil

Monday, March 18, 2024

This is in response to an article in the Shoreline Area News about the city's planned response to poison-hemlock (Conium maculatum) in Richmond Beach Saltwater Park.

To the Editor:

As the article stated, poison-hemlock is a Class B Noxious Weed. Some, but not all, Class B weeds need to be controlled.  "Control of poison hemlock is required on all public lands and public rights-of-way within King County." It says "control," not "eradicate." "Controlling weeds means not letting weeds reproduce. Usually, that means not letting them go to seed. Legally, control means to prevent the dispersal of all propagating parts capable of forming a new plant." 

All they need to control the plant is to uproot and remove it and dispose of it in the garbage. The plants they remove will not come back. Seeds in the soil will sprout and produce new plants, which also need to be removed. It make several years, but removing new plants will eventually eradicate it.

Your article said "The city attempted to remove the poison hemlock in recent years without herbicide, pulling the plants out by hand. But that technique failed." No, it did not fail. The plants they removed were gone forever. 

The city failed by not removing plants that had sprouted from the seeds in the soil in subsequent years. Now they propose using "a hot foam herbicide-free solution to address weeds which kills weeds along with beneficial fungi, flora and fauna in the soil." 

That's overkill, "throwing the baby out with the bath water" type of thinking. Essentially they plan to sterilize the soil. A better plan would be to remove the plants by hand, properly dispose of them, and follow up at intervals to remove any new plants that spring up. That would be more in keeping with their policy to “reduce and/or eliminate use of pesticides in the city.”

Richard Tinsley
Shoreline WA


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Letter to the Editor: A blight on our community

Tuesday, January 23, 2024

To the Editor:

I recently read a terrific article in the Shoreline Area News by and about The Stewardship Foundation Streamkeepers advocating for the protection of our little known Bsche'tla Creek. The writers used evocative language identifying LFP as a community known for its "pristine park-like feel", and that our treatment of this underappreciated creek left them, "with a feeling of betrayal by the image we project as a city."
 
A few blocks south of this creek there is another blight on our community, one that fills me with a sense of shame and betrayal every time my daughter and I walk through its parking lot on our way to her bus stop. 

This morning we found stripper trading cards featuring women either naked or in crotchless panties, last week it was a few used condoms (we see those a lot), and a few weeks ago I found drugs-- though that was on the sidewalk just outside the property lines. 

The giant fishnet clad legs of the Deja Vu Showgirls are hard to miss, yet somehow this establishment has become the unspoken of elephant in our community. We willingly pay increased levies to keep our school arts programs, will plan our city around our spawning salmon, and vociferously defend our tree canopy-- all important causes for sure. But despite our willingness to advocate for these protections, we are condoning, through our silence and our complacency, the presence of Lake Forest Park's very own strip club. 

Glowing neon letters advertise the price of lap dances (3 for $100 if you're interested). Graphic photos of women with teeth and tongues bared invitingly gaze out at families dining at Floanna's. Women are encouraged to sign up and "earn extra money for college" as there are lots of "hot local ladies” according to their website.

This is our community. This establishment is a reflection of who we are. The Streamkeepers asked us to step up and preserve Bsche'tla Creek to a level of health that is "more fitting to our city's image." Perhaps we could find a business-- or affordable housing units or a community space-- that would better reflect our city's image than the neon legs of Deja Vu.

Kirsten Potter
Lake Forest Park

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Letter to the Editor: King Conservation District election

Friday, January 19, 2024

To the Editor:

Surprise! The King Conservation District election opens January 23. Farmers, foresters, land owners, and our cities use KCD services to improve the soil, water, and local air quality. My background as a farm owner/operator at Sammamish Farms, in green building, fisheries, and policy organizing is good experience for leading the KCD.

As a farmer, the KCD has been a resource and support tool for me. Farm planners assist with soil and water concerns. The bare root plants I purchased now provide shade in my garden. But, the district has fallen short developing a unified mission. The KCD could lead on the fight against climate change, but they've spent millions on programs with no net gains evident, propping up pet projects that overlap with existing services. Seattle violates the clean water act almost every time it rains. Combined sewage overflows are bad for swimmers and fish. Farmers have been cut out of programs designed to support farmers. The failure was so bad, they entirely cut the Regional Food Systems Grant in 2023 as only 5% of funds were going to the farmers it was designed to help. Finally, we urgently need action on forest management. I-90 King County has been identified as a potential location for the next Lahaina fire. KCD can get working for us again, it’s about time.

As a born and bred Seattleite I've seen the region grow. Now living in Woodinville, I'm stewarding a piece of land sustainably and regeneratively for a living. I'm running for KCD to help steer the district out of the eddy they've slipped into, and build a unified effort addressing our biggest community concerns. I hope to earn your vote online on January 23. You can find out more about my campaign at www.Goheen2kcd.com

Erik Goheen
Candidate


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Statement from Shoreline Fire Chief Matt Cowan

Wednesday, December 27, 2023

Christmas morning 2023
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

My name is Matt Cowan and I am the Fire Chief for the Shoreline Fire Department. 

The "Santa Engine" has been going on for many decades now and brings a great amount of holiday cheer to families in our area. You cannot imagine how many happy, smiling faces we see from the kids and adults as they flock out to greet us as we come by. 

There are hundreds of families that look forward to it every year. 

However, I am very sorry that there were some that were negatively impacted by this event, which is obviously not our intention. We use the horns and sirens to let people know we are coming, so they don't miss us. 

And we also try to maximize the time, so that we can see as many families as possible. 

Next year we will do a better job of getting the word out and we will re-evaluate how we use the horns and sirens to see if there is a better way to do it. 

The apparatus are staffed by volunteers that give up their mornings to spread holiday cheer, and again, I am sorry that it had the opposite effect on some of our residents. 

I wish you all a safe and happy holiday season! 

Matt


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Letter to the Editor: Continue the tradition but tone it down a bit

To the Editor:

I understand an earlier reader's comment about FireTruck Santa's loud siren on Christmas morning. It is a piercing sound. Perhaps Santa's volunteers could substitute a recorded quieter siren sound and use loud Christmas music to herald their presence at our homes.

We treasure our Christmas Day meeting with FireTruck Santa. Our children, their children, and now our Great-GrandChildren come to our home early for the family tradition of welcoming Santa. Yes, the third generation of admirers. 

Let's continue the tradition but tone it down a bit with little or no siren, more music. Plus a big "Thanks" to Santa's volunteer elves.

Robert C. Hauck
Richmond Beach, Shoreline


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Letter to the Editor: Christmas Fire Truck with Santa

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

To the Editor:

In regards to the letter to the editor from Ann Vandermeer on 12/26/2023, I sympathize with her PTSD over the sirens and music from the fire trucks on Christmas morning. It's too bad that she was unaware of this treasured annual tradition in Shoreline and many other communities. 

Neighbors along my street came out onto porches to wave at Santa and the trucks even stopped in the middle of the block for some kids to talk with Santa up close. They bring joy and cheer to so many!

I agree that it would be helpful to have a public announcement in Shoreline News and other public media reminding people that they do this every year. 

Michele Lawson
Shoreline


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Letter to the Editor: Not everyone appreciates sirens at 9am

Shoreline fire truck Christmas parade
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

To the Editor:

At just before 9am on Christmas Day, I woke up to the sound of sirens and emergency vehicles, and panicked - I dashed out into the living room to see what was the matter, and was dumbfounded to see some kind of celebratory parade with Santa, blaring Christmas music (which I couldn't hear until it was right in the front of my house). Why the heck would folks think this was a good idea? I understand wanting to celebrate the holiday, but this was terrifying! And the fact that there was no mention of it on the Lake Forest Park city website OR the Shoreline fire department one made it all the more upsetting.

I'm not one to be Bah Humbug, but to be awoken by sirens and blaring horns is terrifying - all I could think of was how awful someone's Christmas was going to be, and started having flashbacks to when I had to go to the emergency room at this time last year. My heart is still pounding and I'm shaking a little as I write this. I'm still hearing the horns shrieking across the neighborhood and thinking of other folks with PTSD, pets who panic at loud noises, people who don't celebrate Christmas, new parents with babies, or even just folks who had a late night and are trying to get some sleep. This is the worst Christmas present I've ever received and I wish I could return it.

I absolutely hate the idea of being labeled a Grinch here and can understand the playful spirit in which this was done. But to not understand how this might be scary and disruptive - let alone to do so at this hour, with no warning - seems absolutely daft and kind of calls into question the judgement of the leadership that would approve such an action.

Seriously, I hate to sound like such a complainer about this, but I'm still having issues calming down. Last year I was in the emergency room until 3am, and I can only imagine how I'd have felt if something like this woke me up then. I count on emergency folks to possess a sense of kindness and consideration in addition to the incredible work they do, and am grateful for their service - but I have to call this out as a terrible choice.

Thank you for reading, and I wish you a pleasant holiday season.

Anne VanderMeer
Shoreline


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LFP Councilmembers request speed reduction on Bothell Way

Wednesday, August 16, 2023

A two story concrete wall the length of Lake Forest Park under Sound Transit plan

Five of the six city councilmembers in Lake Forest Park have sent a letter to the Regional Administrator of the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), asking for a speed reduction on Bothell Way / SR 522, which runs the entire length of Lake Forest Park.

8-14-2023

Brian Nielsen
Regional Administrator, Northwest Region
WA State Department of Transportation

Lake Forest Park City Council formally requested our administration to apply for a speed reduction on State Route 522 at our August 10th meeting. This letter is in full support of a speed reduction. In addition to the important information in Resolution 23-1910 we want to encourage WSDOT take into consideration additional information that has been identified by our community.

We are at a point in time where Sound Transit is nearing completion of their redesign of State Highway 522 to accommodate their Stride project. Their project widens 522 to add a North/East bound transit lane and sidewalks. The final configuration of the roadway will be very similar to 522 in Kenmore where, after a recent speed review, WSDOT reduced the speed to 35MPH.

The most impactful element in the Sound Transit design that WSDOT can have a positive impact on is the two-story retaining wall. The City has been working with both Sound Transit and WSDOT to improve the visual design of this wall through tree relief patterns and vines pockets along the wall. While we support these efforts, the wall will still be a large shift from a green corridor to a concrete corridor. 

Reducing the speed limit to 35MPH allows a reduction in lane width from 11’ to 10’. This would yield a narrower road profile overall by approximately 4’ and consequently reduce the amount of hillside that needs to be excavated. This would reduce the height of the retaining wall by approximately 3’ (approximately 19% lower). 

A lower retaining wall lessens the visual impacts in our community, reduces the quantity of soil being trucked offsite, shortens the excavation schedule, saves additional trees, reduces acquisition extents, and reduces costs. 

In addition, the reduction of the speed limit would make living in the single-family homes along SR 522 safer. While these driveways are typically considered low volume and do not generally contribute to lowering speeds, these residents are at high risk as they back into the highway instead of the shoulders they have now and should be considered as part of the speed limit review.

We entreat WSDOT to reconsider the speed limit of State Highway 522 through Lake Forest Park as this is a win for WSDOT, Sound Transit, and our community.

Kindly, in our individual capacities,

Councilmember Semra Riddle
Councilmember Larry Goldman
Councilmember Tom French, Deputy Mayor
Councilmember Phillippa Kassover, Vice Chair
Councilmember Tracy Furutani
Councilmember Lorri Bodi


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Letter to the Editor: Our students have earned prestigious service awards

Sunday, July 30, 2023

To the Editor:

It often feels like this is a difficult time for our country, with political and social divisions fueled by anger and distrust. But I want to offer a positive and uplifting perspective on how our Shoreline youth are working to make our community – and the world – a better place.

You might not realize it, but over the past 20 years, 1,874 of our Shoreline School District students have earned the prestigious President’s Volunteer Service Award. The award, backed by the Gift Of Giving Foundation, supports volunteerism in our local schools by honoring students who give their time and energy to causes of their choosing, both in our area and beyond. That’s a grand total of close to 200,000 hours. And yes, you read that right: 200,000 hours of service.

Scores of local organizations – too many to list – have benefited from these students’ volunteerism. And the students have benefited by developing new skills, connecting what they learn in school to the real world and acquiring lifelong lessons about responsibility and the importance of supporting community. In addition, many have formed relationships with mentors that outlast their school years.

So hats off to our volunteering students! They deserve our thanks and respect for bringing their positive energy to Shoreline, helping to make it an even more community-oriented home for us all.

Ann Corbett
Lake Forest Park, WA


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Letter to the Editor: Call to all Food Trucks!

Tuesday, July 18, 2023

To the Editor:

Call to all Food Trucks!

Several times a year Shoreline Washington hosts various events and fairs in local parks that include the casual delight that is food truck fare. However now there may be an opportunity for more regular business for these much loved visitors. 

With the destruction of Lena’s Cafe in North City there has become a lack in eatery options in the area between Lake City Way, Ballinger Way, 145th Ave, and Aurora Avenue. 

While several brick and mortar eateries remain open in this large area that includes residential neighborhoods, numerous public parks, schools, and the future location of a Light Rail station, there is plenty of potential business to support additional sources. 

As a resident of this area I am putting out the call to all mobile food vendors saying ‘Welcome, we would love to have you’ and hope to see more of them this summer.

Catherine Welland
Shoreline


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