CORRECTION: No firefighter barbeque at Swingin' Summer Eve

Monday, July 16, 2012

Sorry about that! Instead of the usual Shoreline Fire barbeque, this year's Swingin' Summer Eve will feature a food cart. You still have the option to bring or buy your dinner for the annual party in the park.


And here are the details:



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Stabbing in Echo Lake Park

On July 15, 2012 at about 8:00 p.m. Shoreline Police officers responded to a report of a stabbing that had just happened at or around the Echo Lake Park area at 200th across from Aurora Village.

One of the witnesses said that she was in the park with a group of friends. One of her friends had two of his friends with him whom she did not know. At one point of the unknown “friends” began making “crude” and inappropriate comments towards the female.

Comments were exchanged, things escalated, and a fight ensued. Two males were stabbed, one a 19 year old Lynnwood resident and the other a 17 year old resident from Florida. Both were treated by Shoreline Fire and transported to Harborview for treatment with serious injuries.

King County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit responded and is investigating. Currently one suspect, a 17 year old male from Shoreline, is in custody. The second suspect is at Harborview for treatment and is under guard. All involved are expected to survive.




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Quick Start Shoreline business workshop Tuesday, July 17


The Tuesday Quick-Start Shoreline Business Workshop for start-up, existing or potential business owners will be held on July 17, 2012 from 12 noon to 1:30 pm at Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Avenue N. The workshop is free; feel free to bring a snack or a brown bag lunch.


Who's Your Target Audience (Really) and How to Engage Them Effectively


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Keys to marketing that connects

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Talk to the right people about things they care about, in ways that are meaningful to them, and they’ll respond positively.  That’s obvious.

But small businesses often break that basic formula for effective communication in their marketing and end up handicapping sales. Worse, sometimes owners can’t even figure out what’s wrong with their marketing, they just know something is. For some reason, their marketing just isn’t working well enough.

If your marketing results aren’t what you think they should be, at least part of the problem (almost by definition) is probably that your message is to some extent:

  • Addressed to the wrong people;
  • Focused on issues they don’t really care about and/or;
  • Using language that doesn’t connect with them.

In this highly practical workshop you’ll learn:

  • How to make sure you’re talking to the right people (and they might not be who you think!);
  • The keys to getting them to pay attention to you, and;
  • How to motivate your audience to respond (that is, buy something from you!).



Steve Porter is a marketing professional

Steve Porter is a successful sales and marketing professional who has marketed and sold everything from air conditioners to financial products to TV advertising. He’s also an accomplished trainer and presenter who’s effectively taught many different kinds of people everything from how to sell to how to live in a different culture. Steve’s trained and led sales organizations and is still out there on the front lines, being the owner and only sales person for Snap Marketing for Small Business. SnapMSB connects small businesses with the marketing resources they desperately need - provided by carefully selected, outstanding professionals, at prices they can actually afford (www.snapmsb.com). This is because Steve’s found that offering the right marketing tools from the right providers for the right price equals more customers and less stress for his clients. 


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Lunchtime Music Series - Tuesdays at noon

Caspar Babypants

The City of Shoreline presents the Lunchtime Music Series, 12noon to 1pm, free lunchtime concerts for all ages.



July 17, Tuesday Smilin' Scandinavians - Not Your Average Polka Band - at Hamlin Park


July 24, Tuesday Anzanga Marimba Ensemble - African Style Marimba Musics - at Richmond Beach Saltwater Park


July 31, Tuesday Jeff Evans - Magic - at Hamlin Park


Aug 7, Tuesday Caspar Babypants - Music to Dance to for Kids - at Richmond Beach Saltwater Park


Aug 14, Tuesday Jimmy Free's Friends - Reggae Music - at Hamlin Park
   
For more information, call the City of Shoreline at 206-801-2600 or see the webpage.

Hamlin Park - 16006 15th NE, Shoreline 98155
Richmond Beach Saltwater Park - 2021 NW 190th St, Shoreline 98177


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Ballots for primary go out Thursday


By Evan Smith

Ballots for the Aug. 7 primary election will be in the mail Thursday.

King County elections officials say they will mail the ballots Thursday, Aug. 19, and send out voters’ pamphlets at about the same time.

Ballots must be mailed with a postmark on or before Aug. 7 or left by 8 p.m. Election Day at 24-hour ballot drop boxes at the Lake Forest Park City Hall or any of 11 other sites around the County.

Voters’ pamphlets go to all residential addresses in the County.

In addition, any voter can use accessible voting machines at North Seattle Community College, Union Station in downtown Seattle, the County elections office in Renton, the Bellevue City Hall or Green River Community College in Auburn Aug. 3, 4, 6 and 7.


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Legislative and judicial candidates to appear at forum July 24 at Richmond Beach Congregational Church

Address correction 7-16-2012 6.52pm

A primary election candidates’ forum July 24 will feature candidates running for State representative in the 32nd District and for the King County Superior Court.
            
The forum will feature three pairs of candidates for positions on the Superior Court.
            
Superior Court candidates who get a majority in the Aug. 7 primary win election without running in the November general election.

Five candidates are running for two legislative positions in the 32nd District, with two candidates for each position advancing to the general election.
            
The forum will start at 7 pm Tuesday, July 24, with the candidates for the two positions in the Legislature. It will continue at 8 pm with the six candidates for three positions on the Superior Court.

Richmond Beach Congregational Church is located on Richmond Beach Road at 15th NW.


Richmond Beach Congregational Church
United Church of Christ
1512 Northwest 195th St.
Shoreline, WA  98177
206-542-7477 



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Puppy: lost and found

Sunday, July 15, 2012


An Echo Lake neighborhood resident found this adorable puppy in his front yard.

His account:

"While pruning in my front yard this friendly puppy decided to visit.  It does not have a collar.  We took it to the Emergency Vet on 15th and it turns out it doesn’t have a chip.  So, we’re trying everything to find its family. 
"I’ve walked the neighborhood with her hoping someone would be out looking for her, but no connections yet.  I’m sure when they get home they’ll be worried she’s gone, so I’m hoping between direct outreach and facebook and craig’s list and perhaps help from the Shoreline News we’ll reunite her with her family."

The family was trying to settle in for the night but the puppy had apparently realized that this was not home and she was uncomfortable and unhappy - and the family was wondering how they would get enough sleep to get up for work the next day.

So they were still up at 11:30pm when they would normally be in bed - and they heard someone on their quiet street, calling for "Ghia." Naturally, they went outside to talk and found a young couple who were hunting for their lost puppy. They provided a perfect description of the puppy.

"Ghia was one excited puppy when she saw them!  It’s good to know they cared enough to still be hunting the neighborhood at 11:30 at night for their puppy!  Probably why the dog had such a nice demeanor – caring owners."


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Wednesday concert at Animal Acres - good weather, good music

Shady park on a hot day - steel drum music
and the kids totally entertained
Did we mention 'free'?

Photo essay by Jerry Pickard

For Shoreline and Lake Forest Park Arts Council's first concert of the year, Ian Dobson's Pan Leggo Caribbean Steel Drums put on a really fun concert. It was a kid magnet as they congregated in front of the stage and hopped and skipped and jumped in time with the music. Ian left the stage several times to teach the children some dance steps and mingle with the crowd.

Ian (in hat) plays marimba with band member.

Ian sings to kids.

A little Steel Drum work.

Ian brings some little drummers onstage.

The children danced throughout the concert.

Next concert is Wednesday, July 18, when All Mixed Up - Songs From the 80's and Beyond plays at the Art Council's and City of Shoreline party in the park at Swingin' Summer Eve, 5:30pm-8:30pm, at Cromwell Park, 180th and Meridian, next to the courthouse. Free party, with a used book sale from the Council of Neighborhood, and barbeque for sale from the Shoreline Fire Department.


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Some legislative candidate fundraising totals include self-contributions


By Evan Smith

After I reported the fundraising totals yesterday for local legislative candidates, retiring 46th District State Rep. Phyllis Kenny reminded me that the amounts raised to date often include candidates’ contributions to their own campaigns.

In the race to replace Kenny, Democrat Jesslyn Farrell’s fundraising total of $46,330 includes personal contributions of $15,250; she has spent $17,701; Democrat Sarajane Siegfriedt’s fundraising total of $28,467 includes personal contributions of $10,000; she has spent $15,201; Democrat Dusty Hoerler’s fundraising total of $38,439 includes personal contributions of $905; he has spent $15,279; Democrat Shelly Crocker has raised $56,461 and spent $18,250; the State Public Disclosure Commission web site does not have access to details on Crocker’s fundraising; and Republican Scott Hodges and independent Stan Lippmann have reported no fundraising or spending. The top two vote getters in the Aug. 7 primary advance to the Nov. 6 general election regardless of party.

Appointed Democratic 46th District State Sen. David Frockt, who is unopposed for the remaining two years of his term, has raised $53,932, including $12,500 in personal contributions and $2,500 in loans. He has reported spending $9,626.

As I have reported, incumbent Democratic 32nd District State Rep. Cindy Ryu and 46th District Democratic challenger Sylvester Cann lead local legislative candidates in fundraising.

Cann, who is challenging fellow Democrat Gerry Pollet, has reported raising $70,410 and spending $21,836. Appointed Democratic State Rep. Pollet has raised $55,508, not the $56,461 that I reported yesterday; he has spent $10,097. The two will appear on the primary ballot with no Republican or independent opponents and advance to the general election.

Ryu, who is seeking a second two-year term in the Legislature, has reported raising $64,276 and spending $17,994. Her Republican challenger, Randy Hayden, has reported personal contributions of $1,000 and $790 in outside contributions, with no spending. Both will appear on the primary ballot, with both certain to advance to the general election.

Six-term incumbent Democratic 32nd District State Rep. Ruth Kagi has reported raising $35,699 and spending $10,215. Her two Republican challengers, Eric Alvey and Robert Reedy, both report no fundraising or spending. The top two vote getters in the primary advance to the general election.

The 32nd District includes Shoreline, Lynnwood, part of northwest Seattle, part of Mountlake Terrace, all of Woodway, south Edmonds and nearby unincorporated areas of southwest Snohomish County. The 46th District includes Lake Forest Park, Kenmore and northeast Seattle.


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Toys for Tots looking for a new - much bigger - home


Committed to continuing the mission of “helping children dream” the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots Foundation – South Snohomish County - is looking for a larger facility. 

Previously housed in the basement of the VFW in Everett, the 2012 campaign is already generating more requests than in prior years. Now serving communities from Smokey Point south to the King County line (including Shoreline and Naval Station Everett) their expectation is that they will far exceed the 42,696 toys and other personal hygiene items distributed in 2011.

If you have a possible location for this venerable charity, contact:

LCO – South Snohomish County
425-344-0359


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Shorecrest grad honored by Tacoma Fire

According to The Tacoma News Tribune, Tacoma firefighter Matt Fleming was awarded the department's highest honor, a medal of valor, for his rescue of a swimmer in Commencement Bay on June 5 of this year.

"It is only the fourth time in 12 years that the department has given out the award, which is reserved for emergency incidents where firefighters show bravery and courage."

Fleming is from Lake Forest Park, where his family still lives, and is a 2004 graduate of Shorecrest.





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Desire Lines art installation

One of the Desire Lines art installations
Photo by Carl Dinse


This installation is part of a larger art project called Desire Lines, by the Unearth Collective, located at various sites throughout a Shoreline neighborhood. Self-guided walking maps are available at Shoreline City Hall 175th and Midvale N, Shoreline Library 175th and 5th NE, and the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council at the Shoreline Center.

Or you can print your own map from online or use the app with your smartphone.


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Introductory statements from 32nd Legislative District candidates Hayden and Ryu

By Evan Smith


Incumbent Democratic 32nd District State Rep. Cindy Ryu faces Republican challenger Randy Hayden in the Aug. 7 primary election.

With no other candidates on the top-two primary ballot, both are certain to advance to the Nov. 6 general election.

Ryu is seeking a second two-year term in the Legislature.

The District includes Shoreline, part of northwest Seattle, Lynnwood, part of Mountlake Terrace, Woodway, south Edmonds and nearby unincorporated areas of southwest Snohomish County,

Here are introductory statements from the two candidates:

Randy Hayden

“I am a business owner, running a construction company for the last 15 years. Knowing how to meet a tight budget, my company has thrived even through this recession. As a single parent of two children during the 90's, I know the struggles parents face in caring for and educating their children. I would like to see decisions regarding education restored to the local school districts. Having spent the last ten years helping the homeless, less fortunate and the addicted, I see firsthand where wasted money deprives the needy. Being on the Snohomish County Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board, I've seen cuts that affect those who need help the most. I will work with our State Auditor to cut wasteful and overlapped programs. I have no problem crossing party lines to accomplish effective legislation that benefits our state. Good government balances compassion with responsibility.”

Cindy Ryu

“It is a privilege representing the citizens of Woodway, Shoreline, and south Edmonds in Olympia.  32nd Legislative District is gaining Lynnwood and parts of Mountlake Terrace and Seattle.  Over the past three decades, my husband Cody and our two grown daughters and teenaged son have either lived, attended schools, shopped, or visited friends in all of these areas and I look forward to meeting many of you.

“A product of public schools, small business owner, and former mayor, my priorities are to amply fund education, and protect consumers, neighborhoods and the environment while ensuring our safety.

“I introduced bills to create jobs and economic opportunity. I garnered bipartisan support to fund mortgage-lending fraud prosecution and allow air rescue evacuation services.  The House unanimously passed my bill, which allows local cities and towns to establish 20-mph speed zones without expensive studies.

“Please visit my website www.CindyRyu.org or contact me at FriendsForCindyRyu@yahoo.com.“

Evan Smith can be reached at schsmith@frontier.com.


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National Night Out in Lake Forest Park - August 7, 2012

Once again, the City of Lake Forest Park is participating in National Night Out Against Crime, a growing national program designed to reduce crime through police/community connections and to promote anti-drug and anti-crime efforts. Statistics consistently show that neighbors who know and look out for each other contribute to a reduced crime rate. 

This year National Night Out is Tuesday, August 7, 2012.

Block watches or groups of neighbors need only to complete and return the NNO registration form which includes the street closure request if needed, then bring the form to City Hall before the deadline of July 27.

Questions? Contact Casey Krzyminski, National Night Out Coordinator, Lake Forest Park Police Department, 206-364-8216 x541. Join your neighbors to fight crime in your neighborhood!

The Lake Forest Park Police Department says they cannot guarantee an officer will be available to visit your party, but they will make every attempt to be there. 
"We strongly support National Night Out and encourage neighborhood participation in the 2012 National Night Out festivities."

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Cann, Ryu lead local legislative candidates in fundraising

Friday, July 13, 2012

By Evan Smith

Incumbent Democratic 32nd District State Rep. Cindy Ryu and 46th District Democratic challenger Sylvester Cann lead local legislative candidates in fundraising.

Cann, who is challenging fellow Democrat Gerry Pollet, has reported raising $70,410 and spending $21,836. Appointed Democratic State Rep. Pollet has raised $56,461 and spent $10,097. The two will appear on the primary ballot with no Republican or independent opponents and advance to the general election.

Ryu, who is seeking a second two-year term in the Legislature, has reported raising $64,276 and spending $17,994. Her Republican challenger, Randy Hayden has reported raising $790, with no spending. Both will appear on the Aug. 7 primary ballot, with both likely to advance to the Nov. 6 general election.

Six-term incumbent Democratic 32nd District State Rep. Ruth Kagi has reported raising $35,699 and spending $10,215. Her two Republican challengers, Eric Alvey and Robert Reedy, both report no fundraising or spending. The top two vote getters in the primary advance to the general election.

In the race to replace retiring 46th District Democratic State Rep. Phyllis Kenny, Democrat Shelly Crocker has raised $56,461 and spent $18,250; Democrat Jesslyn Farrell has raised $46,330 and spent $17,701;

Democrat Dusty Hoerler has raised $38,439 and spent $15,279; Democrat Sarajane Siegfriedt has raised $28,467 and spent $15,201; and Republican Scott Hodges and independent Stan Lippmann have reported no fundraising or spending.

Appointed Democratic 46th District State Sen. David Frockt, who is unopposed for the remaining two years of his term, has reported raising $53,932 and spending $ 9,626.

The 32nd District includes Shoreline, part of northwest Seattle, Lynnwood, part of Mountlake Terrace, Woodway, south Edmonds and nearby unincorporated areas of southwest Snohomish County. The 46th District includes Lake Forest Park, Kenmore and northeast Seattle.


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Free electronics recycling event Saturday morning

Windermere Real Estate / Northlake is again having a FREE Electronics, Appliance and more Recycling Event, Saturday July 14th, 9 am – Noon at the Windermere office in Lake Forest Park.

See previous article for details.

Bring bicycles for the Rotary bicycle project.


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Doug "the perfesser" Reid returns to North City Lounge for Jazz Walk

Plan to spend the evening of August 14th at the popular North City Jazz Walk. Returning for the 6th year, this annual event is a must do for Shoreline jazz lovers. Stroll along 15th Avenue NE to enjoy great live jazz at one great venue after another between 7 – 10 pm. This year, come early and enjoy “Jazz Bites” delicious food items specifically provided for the event.

The 2012 line-up of 10 eclectic groups offers a close-up experience with some of the area’s best jazz players:

Doug "the perfesser" Reid
will play at Jazz Walk
Photo courtesy SCC
Shoreline’s favorite sax player, Doug “the perfesser” Reid, returns to the North City Lounge with his gritty roadhouse sound. This group is a must for fans of straight ahead jazz and “roadhouse” bebop. Doug says to expect the unexpected, join in “name-that-tune,” and listen for random acts of expression. Check out the infamous Andy Roben’s hard driving, funky organ style reminiscent of Hammond B-3 masters. Dr. Tim Norton, local chiropractor and music lover sponsors the North City Lounge stage.

Advanced tickets for $12 are on sale now. Capacity at indoor venues is limited so buy tickets early at designated locations or online. Tickets will be available at the event for $15. Parking is plentiful and free. Here is a map of the venues, artist profiles, and Jazz Bite offerings.

The North City Jazz Walk is produced by the North City Business Association (NCBA) in partnership with the City of Shoreline, the Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Arts Council and by generous in-kind contributions from the Journal Magazine and CleanScapes.

This year the NCBA added a feature that lets everyone help promote the event. Become a North City Jazz Walk friend by purchasing a cling-on sticker. The sticker comes with two tickets. More information here.

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Book Review by Aarene Storms: Grave Mercy

Grave Mercy by Robin LaFevers

The daughter of Death is determined to serve him...no matter what happens.

The year is 1485, and young Ismae is rescued from a potentially brutal marriage by a local hedgewitch, who recognizes the terrible scars on the girl's back as a mark of her true parentage: her father is Mortain, the god of death. Spirited away across Brittany, Ismae ends up at the convent of Saint Mortain, where she is instructed by nuns in the skills needed to serve their god: poisoning, fighting with swords, knives and crossbows, as well as the miscellaneous useful skills for assassins and spies, tactfully referred to as the "womanly arts."

Leaving the convent for the first time as a trained killer, Ismae's assignment is to journey in the disguise of "cousin" (mistress) with handsome Gavriel Duval to the castle of the young Duchess of Brittany, and kill whoever needs killed in order to protect and support the duchess. Sometimes the killing is quick and ruthless; occasionally, it is an act of kindness. But when the order comes for Ismae to kill Duval, she looks beyond her convent education for answers.

An engaging narrative voice and colorful world-building turn a predictable plot into an exciting tale of romance and intrigue. The book is first in a trilogy, but stands alone well. No cussing and limited gore; contains violence and references to lusty situations, but the sex occurs off-page and late in the book. References to "old gods" masquerading as "modern saints" may bother some readers.

Recommended for readers ages 14 to adult who enjoy historical and supernatural romances with strong female characters.

Aarene Storms, youth services librarian
Richmond Beach Library, KCLS


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Wonderland names new Executive Director

Lee Trevithick, Executive Director of Wonderland

Wonderland Developmental Center has named Lee Trevithick as its new Executive Director. Trevithick has more than twenty five years of leadership experience in human services, during which he primarily focused on youth causes. For the last eleven years he served as Executive Director at a large non-profit organization in Snohomish County. 

The father of four children, including a nine-year-old son with special needs, Lee has a deep commitment and connection to Wonderland’s mission.  "Wonderland is a special place, and the people here are absolutely dedicated to the children and families we serve," Trevithick said from his new office. "I am extremely impressed with the quality of early intervention services Wonderland provides. I look forward to working with the board and staff so that even more children and families can benefit from this vital community resource."

Wonderland would like to thank Roger Kjos, who served as Interim Executive Director for the past 18 months and provided critical leadership and guidance to the organization. 

Friends of Wonderland are invited to meet our new Executive Director, Lee Trevithick, at our upcoming Ice Cream Social to be held Sunday, August 26th from 1:00 -3:00 PM at Wonderland Developmental Center.

For 42 years Wonderland’s programs have offered infants and toddlers with special needs and their families early intervention services designed to nurture child development and to strengthen family units. Early intervention includes speech, language and occupational therapies; special education, parent, caregiver coaching and education; family resource coordination; mental health services; mixed ability playgroups; and transition programs and summer camps for children ages 3-5.

Wonderland children reflect a variety of diagnoses such as speech and language delays, autism spectrum disorder, Fragile X, Down Syndrome, cerebral palsy, and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. Services are provided through Edmonds, Northshore, Shoreline, and Seattle School Districts, King and Snohomish Counties, and the cities of Shoreline, Bothell, and Kenmore. Wonderland serves approximately 100 families per month, regardless of their ability to pay.

Wonderland is located at 816 NE 190th Street Shoreline, WA 98155, PO Box 55399 Shoreline, WA 98155. Phone: 206-364-3777 Fax: 206-364-3999. 




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Stay in your lane on the ocean beaches



As thousands of people head to the coast for summer fun, state fish and wildlife managers are reminding those who drive on the state’s ocean beaches to steer clear of vulnerable species such as razor clams and snowy plovers.

Many ocean beaches are open to motor vehicles, but drivers are required to follow the "rules of the road," said Dan Ayres, a biologist for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW).

"Under state law, all vehicles - and horses - are required to travel along the extreme upper limit of the hard sand," he said. "When in doubt, follow the path marked by multiple tire tracks."

Drivers who veer from that path pose a direct threat to fish and wildlife, Ayres said.

Tiny razor clams, feeding just below the wet sand close to the surf, can easily be crushed by the weight of passing vehicles, he said. So can snowy plovers, which typically nest in the dry sand farther up the beach.

Motorists who violate state laws on beach driving can face a fine of $87, said Mike Cenci, deputy chief of WDFW’s enforcement program. Fines can be much higher for killing a snowy plover, which are listed by the federal government as threatened and by the state as endangered.

Ocean beaches are patrolled by officers from WDFW, State Parks, the Washington State Patrol and local law enforcement agencies. Other laws in effect on ocean beaches:

 *  Set the speed limit at 25 mph.
 *  Allow only licensed, street-legal vehicles (no ATVs, dune buggies, etc.)
 *  Limit beach driving to licensed drivers.
 *  Give pedestrians the right of way.
 *  Prohibit reckless driving, including driving through the surf and spinning tires.

Sections of several beaches are closed to driving between April 15 and Labor Day, except on days when recreational razor clam seasons are open. These areas, which are marked with signs, include:

Long Beach:

 *  Seaview Beach approach to the Long Beach/Bolsted approach.
 *  Oysterville Beach approach 2.5 miles north (the area north of that point is closed year-round).

Twin Harbors Beach:

 *  Warrenton Cannery Road south.
 *  Bonge Beach approach north.

Copalis Beach:

 *  Pacific Avenue beach approach to ‘Chance al a Mer’ Beach approach.
 *  Ocean City north to the Copalis River.

Mocrocks Beach:

 *  Boone Creek south to the Copalis Rocks.
 *  Roosevelt Beach approach to Annelyde Beach approach road.
 *  Moclips Beach approach north to the Moclips River.

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Do you think your car was damaged on a state highway?


Think your car was damaged on a state highway and want to file a claim?

Finding damage on your car is never fun. If you think the damage might be from driving through a construction zone or hitting a pothole on a state highway, the Office of Risk Management can help. You can submit a claim online or call 800-737-0615.


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Crews to repave portions of SR 104 (Ballinger Way) near Lake Forest Park



Starting next week, crews will begin repaving sections of State Route 104 (Ballinger Way)  in Lake Forest Park.

To complete this work, Washington State Department of Transportation crews will alternate traffic on SR 104/Ballinger Way NE between 19th Avenue N.E. and N.E. 178th Street daily from 9am to 3pm Monday, July 16 through Wednesday, July 18.

Crews will repair the pavement where potholes, cracks and ruts have formed in the roadway. Drivers should anticipate 10-15 minute delays as they travel through the work zone or consider using an alternate route. Additionally, travelers who use this roadway regularly should be aware that workers will not remain in the same location. They will complete repairs at one site and then move to another, working east to westbound on SR 104. When it’s complete, drivers should notice a smoother ride on SR 104 between Interstate 5 and State Route 522 in Lake Forest Park.

WSDOT keeps people, businesses and the economy moving by operating and improving the state's transportation systems. To learn more about what we're doing, go to the webpage for pictures, videos, news and blogs. Real time traffic information is available here or by dialing 511.



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What is a Healing Garden?


Squirrels provide healing entertainment

By Jeanne Shepard, occupational therapist

It is morning in the Occupational Therapy clinic at Anderson House, a skilled nursing facility in Shoreline, Washington.

Two occupational therapists are working with their patients. One patient is working on functional leg strength, standing with his hands at a tall table. He is looking straight ahead out the window at a squirrel that is trying to eat corn from a pinwheel contraption on a tree. He is distracted from the discomfort in his legs, by the antics of the squirrel.

The other therapist is working with a woman who has had a stroke. The therapist is encouraging the patient with a visual neglect to look to her weakened side by turning the wheelchair so she has to look to the left, to see some blue jays at a peanut feeder.

Healing gardens typically have featured flowers, edible vegetables and fragrant plants, to appeal to the senses. But another purpose of a healing garden may be to connect the clients/patients with wildlife, such as birds and small mammals, or colorful insects, such as butterflies. Many patients at Anderson House have pets, and have a connection with all kinds of animals. Some feed birds and squirrels themselves at home and consider it a comfortingly familiar and favorite pastime.

The healing garden outside the occupational therapy window at Anderson House was created with that goal in mind, to let the patients connect with the local wildlife, particularly the birds and squirrels.  

The space behind the OT clinic was an abandoned place where old furniture was stacked up against the wall. There were weeds and not much more, besides a pine tree and some shrubs against the cyclone fence. With the permission and support of Anderson House’s owners, the garden was created. A maintenance man weed whacked down the weeds, and some bird/squirrel accouterments were added: a bird-seed feeder hung from the eves of the building, a pole with a peanut basket was placed, a three-ear dried corn feeder was attached to the pine tree, and a bird bath was placed on an abandoned table. 

Ice in a bottle provides a slow drip of water

A plastic bottle with ice in it was hung over the birdbath to gradually drip as it melted. A suet feeder attracts chickadees, flickers and downy woodpeckers.

A hummingbird feeder was hung from a red pole, to increase visibility for both the birds and the patients. Fuchsia shrubs were planted at the base to increase the desirability to the birds. Most of the materials and supplies come from Wild Birds Unlimited, at the Lake Forest Park Center.

A solar powered butterfly jitters in a circle, in a pot of marigolds and petunias, nearby. The hummingbird eyes it suspiciously.

Patients planted daffodils and tulips in pots that were set outside. In the spring they added welcome color.

Flowers that were planted as seeds by patients, nasturtiums, and wild flowers sat in pots on the abandoned table, next to the birdbath. Watching them grow daily has also been part of the purpose of the garden.

Stellar jays

Squirrels discovered the food almost immediately. Soon after, the regional Stellar jays discovered both the peanuts and the corn.

“It’s relaxing,” says one patient, who has walked down to the OT clinic by himself, just to sit and watch the birds.

“It’s comedy,” says another, watching two plump squirrels both try to get into the peanut feeder, at the same time.

“It’s like Wild Kingdom,” says someone, pointing out a neighborhood cat, stalking a squirrel.

“It makes her smile,” says the husband of a patient with a brain injury. He says he brings her down everyday, just to look out the window.




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Voters’ Pamphlet Information: Children and Family Services Center Capital Levy


King County Local Voters' Pamphlet

August 7, 2012 Primary And Special Election

King County

Simple Majority (RCW 84.55.050)
Proposition No. 1 -- Children and Family Services Center Capital Levy
• The King County council passed Ordinance No. 17304 concerning a replacement facility for juvenile justice and family law services. This proposition would authorize King County to levy an additional property tax for nine years to fund capital costs to replace the Children and Family Justice Center, which serves the justice needs of children and families. It would authorize King County to levy an additional regular property tax of $0.07 per $1,000 of assessed valuation for collection in 2013. Increases in the following eight years would be subject to the limitations in chapter 84.55 RCW, all as provided in Ordinance No. 17304.
• Should this proposition be:
Approved __
Rejected  ___

 EXPLANATORY STATEMENT

• If approved by voters, Proposition 1 would authorize King County to levy an additional regular property tax to fund the capital costs of replacing and expanding the Children and Family Justice Center located at 12th Avenue and East Alder Street in Seattle. The levy would be authorized for a nine-year period with collection beginning in 2013. In the first year, the levy rate would be equal to or less than seven cents ($0.07) per one thousand dollars ($1,000) of assessed valuation on all taxable property within King County. Annual increases for collection years 2014 through 2021 would be governed by chapter 84.55 RCW, which limits the growth of the levy amount to 1% per year.

• The Children and Family Justice Center Replacement Project includes a series of capital projects to design, remodel, construct, and equip facilities for juvenile justice and family law services. Capital projects include replacement of the Alder wing, Alder tower, detention facilities, and associated parking facilities. Levy funds may be used only for capital costs and incidental costs, including those related to the sale, issuance and delivery of bonds. Levy funds may not be used for the costs of maintenance and operations of the facilities.

Statement For

Vote YES on Prop 1: YES FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

• The Children and Family Justice Center (“CFJC”) is where children and families go in times of crisis: child abuse and neglect; foster care transition; complex custody issues; juvenile offenses and truancy cases.
• A growing population and economic difficulties mean more kids and families need care and protection, but current facilities are dangerously outdated and failing our children. Brown water flows from drinking fountains, entire sections are unusable, and electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems are beyond repair.  Financial reviews state that replacement—not temporary fixes—is the least expensive long-term solution.

• Despite decrepit conditions, our court is leading in innovations for juvenile and family justice.  The new CFJC will better serve families and child advocates by co-locating services like medical treatment, counseling, and placement.  The new design will improve safety, privacy and dignity.  Combining services will save millions in duplicative service providers and offices.

• We cannot wait any longer.  For less than $25/year for an average household—less than 50¢/week—we can give hope to at risk kids and families.  A unanimous County Council, Dow Constantine, the Kent and Auburn Mayors, and Bellevue Reporter agree - vote YES on Prop 1.

Statement submitted by: John McKay, Bobbe J. Bridge, and Estella Ortega

Statement Against
• Anyone aspiring to become a homeowner should consider whether property taxes now are so high that such ownership is problematic.The King County Council nevertheless believes it needs more, not less, revenue during difficult economic times and this request is its latest salvo in class warfare waged for the benefit of renters and the homeless, demographics relatively unaffected by property tax increases. Again, the Council has declined to propose a sales tax increase, opting instead for the property tax increase it's confident will pass because homeowners constitute less than half of registered voters. Further, since the Council is indebted to public service unions for the support which re-elects its members, there's been no action to reassign any governmental service to the private
Statement submitted by: John H. Shackleford


Rebuttal of Statement Against

All nine members of the non-partisan King County Council voted unanimously to send Prop. 1 to the voters.  Public Safety and protecting kids are NOT partisan issues.  A new building will end wasteful repairs and provide efficient, compassionate service delivery—saving money and lives.  Children and families in King County deserve our support.  Join with Prosecutor Dan Satterburg, Presiding Judge Richard McDermott, former Justice Bobbe Bridge and many more and VOTE YES for Prop. 1.

Statement submitted by: John McKay, Bobbe J. Bridge, and Estella Ortega

Rebuttal Of Statement For

Many homeowners already are struggling to meet financial obligations and don't need another property tax increase but the Council is saying "yes" to public employee unions and "no" to property tax relief. Don't be fooled: if the Council privatized some services now provided by county government, revenue for capital improvements would be available. If voters continue approving these levies, there'll be more spending initiatives and more Council demands for additional revenue to fund them.

Statement submitted by: John H. Shackleford


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WSDOT to do paving on Ballinger Way – July 16 – 19


Residents may experience traffic delays from Monday, July 16 through Friday, July 20 as the Washington State Department of Transportation performs paving along State Route 104/Ballinger Way through Lake Forest Park.


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Join the SW Band for Barbeque at Top Foods Saturday

Strike up the band!
Shorewood band members at the last TOP Foods barbeque

Join the Shorewood Band for a delicious $5.00 lunch - with entertainment - and help send the students to Hawaii for the 71st Annual Pearl Harbor Memorial Day Celebration.

Enjoy a grilled hot dog, chips, and drink for $5.00 - with a band performance.

Saturday, July 14, 10:30am to 4pm, at TOP Food and Drug.

Visualize Hawaii!

Shorewood High School Marching Band and Flag teams will be representing their School, Community, and Country at this prestigious event in December 2012.

Shorewood will march in the 71st Annual Pearl Harbor Memorial Day Parade and support the 70th Anniversary of the USS Arizona Museum.

Shoreline TOP Food and Drug store is located at 175th Street at Midvale Avenue, across from the Shoreline City Hall.

Organized by the Shorewood Marching Band students and parents, under the direction of Shorewood Band Director, Dave Johnson.

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Richmond Little League All Star teams compete in District 8 and State tournaments

By John Lynch 

Richmond Little League President 

With the arrival of summer and sunny weather, the spring season of Richmond Little League (RLL) baseball is coming to its conclusion.  As with every year the season ends with the selection of All Star teams and tournaments against other leagues in the Seattle, Kenmore, Bothell, Woodinville and Northshore area.  This year RLL fielded 5 baseball teams and a joint softball team with North King County Little League. RLL represents west of I-5 Shoreline and NKC area is east of 1-5, Shoreline and Lake Forest Park neighborhoods). All of the teams represented RLL and community to the best of their abilities by playing hard and showing a respect for the game.  

2012 District 8 Champs!
Richmond Little League Seniors are 15-16 years old players from west Shoreline

Congratulations to the Senior Baseball All Star team. This year they won the District 8 Little League tournament and will now represent the Seattle area in the State of Washington tournament. The Seniors are young men of ages 15-16. The bracket for the state tournament can be found here, Senior Bracket.

Richmond Little League and North King County Little League coaches Kelly Miller, Kerrie Scott and Bob Cowan
formed a combined 9-10 year old girls Softball All Stars team. They placed 3rd in their 2012 tournament.
Photo by S Gugger

Congratulations are also in order for the 9/10 girls softball team for rallying to place third in their District 8 softball tournament. This team was a group of 9-10 year old girls from all over Shoreline and Lake Forest Park.

Richmond Little League would not have the success it has had over the years without the support of the community. Chief among our supporters are our sponsors. They freely give to our organization without the expectation of anything in return. These sponsors are: Highlands West Dental, Central Market, Rotary Club of Shoreline, Jones Orthodontics, Sports Authority, The Everett Aquasox, Hillstrom State Farm Insurance, Spiro’s Pizza and Pasta, Ideal Interiors, Chuck Olson Chevrolet, Fisher Plumbing, Jersey’s Restaurant, and Aurora Rents.


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Free seminar on planning for funeral and cemetery arrangements

Thursday, July 12, 2012


David Lukov will give a free informational seminar
Photo by Jerry Pickard

Kenmore Senior Center, located on 6910 NE 170th St. (in Rhododendron Park) is pleased to be sponsoring a “Your Life, Your Legacy” informational seminar, on Thursday, July 19, 2012 beginning at 11am.  The seminar will be presented by David Lukov, a manager in the Dignity Memorial Network and Acacia Memorial Park and Funeral Home in Lake Forest Park.

Planning for life’s big events such as weddings, graduations and retirements is something most of us do automatically.  Unfortunately, many of us put off—or don’t even thing about—planning ahead for funeral and cemetery arrangements.  Yet this is one of the greatest gifts you can give your family, for their peace of mind and yours.

At this informative, no-obligation presentation, you will hear people like you talk about their candid views of funeral planning.  You’ll hear why so many have made the wise decision to plan ahead, why their loved ones have a sense of relief. And why they feel good about knowing they’ve done the right things for their family members.

The atmosphere is relaxed, the discussion is candid, and refreshments will be served.  David Lukov has served as a pastor, a hospice bereavement coordinator, a college instructor, and a member of the cemetery and funeral profession for over 30 years.  All questions on planning ahead will be answered, and you’ll leave knowing the four simple steps to creating and sharing your final wishes with those you love. 

Thursday, July 19 at 11:00 AM at the Kenmore Senior Center.  Space is limited, so please RSVP today at 425-489-0707 to reserve seats for yourself, your family and your friends.


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a future without Parkinson's disease - walk on July 28

Pat and Steve Erickson flank actor Michael J. Fox
at the 2012 Team Fox MVP Awards Dinner

Pinky's Passion for a Parkinson's Cure is having their 3rd annual Walk to the Future . . . . a future without Parkinson's disease - on Saturday, July 28th at the Edmonds-Woodway High School, 7600 - 212th S. W., Edmonds, WA 98026.

The Walk goes from 10 am to 3 pm - but people don't need to be present the whole time. They can come for an hour or stay the whole day. There will be two bands, Third Training Running and Pinky's All Stars, playing throughout the day.

There will be a "dunk" tank this year - which should prove to be fun on a hot day. The registration fee is $35 and includes an event t -shirt and a box lunch. Children under 10 are free.

In attendance this year will be Miranda Lanzillotti, an Officer from Team Fox (the Michael J. Fox Foundation's grassroots fundraising organization).

Pinky, aka Pat Erickson, and her husband Steve are members of Team Fox and were invited to attend Michael J. Fox's MVP Awards dinner in April of this year, based on the level of donations. Last year Pinky's Passion gave Team Fox $35,000. Pinky's Passion is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity. In addition to giving to the Fox Foundation, Pinky's Passion supports two local Parkinson's foundations; the Northwest Parkinson's Foundation and the Washington State Chapter of the American Parkinson's Association.

More information at http://www.pinkyspassion.org/

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