Ashley Savusa named SCC Women's Basketball Player of the Week

Sunday, January 20, 2013


Ashley Savusa Named SCC Women’s Basketball Player of the Week
Photo by Wilson Tsoi

Freshman Ashley Savusa from Kaimuki High School in Honolulu, HI was named the Shoreline Community College Women's Basketball Player of the Week for January 14-20, 2013.

Savusa was the only SCC player to score in double figures for the Lady Dolphins during the week, as she scored 17 points on Wednesday night against Skagit Valley and was in the leading scorer in Saturday's night game against with Edmonds CC with 14 points.

SCC was defeated by Skagit Valley 84-42, but came back on Saturday to defeat Edmonds 59-56.

SCC is 8-7 on the season, 2-3 in the NWAACC Northern Region.

SCC faces Peninsula College on the road on Wednesday and then plays at home on Saturday against #7 ranked Whatcom CC at 2:00pm.

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Joshua Youngblood named SCC Men's Basketball Player of the Week


Joshua Youngblood scored 30 points
against Skagit Valley College on Wednesday night.
Photo by Wilson Tsoi


Joshua Youngblood has been named the Shoreline Community College Men's Basketball Player of the Week for January 14-20. In two games, Youngblood scored 47 points, with 30 against Skagit Valley College on Wednesday night and then 17 on Saturday against the #1 ranked Edmonds Community College team.

Youngblood, a transfer for Highline Community College has average  20.80 points per game in 5 games since he became eligible to play after Christmas break. He has averaged 5 three pointers made each game since becoming active.

SCC dropped both games this past week, losing to Skagit Valley on the road 112-108 and then dropping a 121-93 game to Edmonds.

SCC is 2-12 on the season and 1-4 in the NWAACC Northern Region. SCC has two games this week, Wednesday at Peninsula College and at home on Saturday vs Whatcom Community College at 4:00pm.



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Destinations: Model trains at the Pacific Science Center this weekend



The 4th Division of the National Model Railroad Association is having their Model Railroad show this weekend at the Pacific Science Center.  The NMRA been doing this since 1973 and provides railroad layouts and activities that capture the interest of the general public about trains and trail models.

The show runs January 19-21 (Saturday – Monday and the hours are 10:00 am to 6:00 pm each day.  Admission is included in the regular Pacific Science Center admission fee.  More information.

Show Highlights

  • The show features several opportunities to operate trains: youngsters can drive loop tracks and older children and adults on railcar delivery layouts.
  • The Pacific Northwest Public Transportation Museum will have a large display of historical photographs and memorabilia.
  • Visit the Northwest Railway Museum's information table to learn more about their activities for young people. The museum, located in Snoqualmie and North Bend, offers rides during much of the year and hosts Thomas the Tank Engine each summer.

Several layouts feature Digital Command Control, enabling multiple trains to run on the same track at the same time, even in different directions! DCC uses handheld remote controls that communicate via radio signals to a central computer which transmits instructions through the rails to control chips wired inside each locomotive.

Come to the Pacific Science Center and learn all about the latest in model railroading while having a great time. And don't forget the kids and grandkids!


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Lake Forest Park couple at the Governor's Inaugural Ball

Kim and Dave Nashif
at the Governor's Inaugural Ball

Dave and Kim Nashif, long time Lake Forest Park residents, attended the Governor's Inaugural Ball on Wednesday January 16 on behalf of the Marine Engineer's Beneficial Association.

Dave, following a 30 year career going to sea as an engineering officer, is currently the Seattle Branch Agent for the MEBA. As the largest and oldest maritime union in the US, MEBA represents the engineering officers aboard most US flag ships.

During Jay Inslee's tenure as US Representative to the Washington 1st Legislative District, MEBA worked closely with his office in Washington DC on issues facing the maritime industry. Jay was strongly supported in the governor's race by MEBA and the maritime industry, as he has been a supporter of maritime. Governor Inslee is the first Governor since WWII to mention the maritime industry as a job creator, during his inaugural address.

The 3000 guests of the Governor and First Lady were treated to stunning ice sculptures, wonderful entertainment by talented local youth and fabulous food prepared by many local technical college students. The Governor's Ball was held in the Washington State Capitol Building and the Temple of Justice. This afforded guests the rare opportunity to visit the House and Senate chambers, the Governor's office and the offices of all elected state officials. And of course the marble staircases and dome of the rotunda never fail to impress.


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Sidewalk going in along Hamlin Park on 15th

Existing footpath - not a very safe place for pedestrians to walk
Photo by Patricia Hale


Drivers commuting on 15th NE may not have even realized that it was possible to walk on the east side of the road, along deeply wooded Hamlin Park.

First step is to locate and clean off the existing curb.
Notice how close the path is to the curb.
Photo by Patricia Hale

Ridgecrest resident Patty Hale has.

"There is a narrow footpath. I have walked the path - it is scary at best, even when there are no cars.  The footing is uneven - you feel like you are going to fall at any time - right into the street.  What is even more frightening, is the suction created by moving traffic.

"I can't even imagine what it would be like with a child in tow. Looking forward to the completion!"

Width of the new sidewalk allows a better walking surface
and gets pedestrians further away from traffic.
Photo by Patricia Hale

The sidewalk is going in on the east side of 15th between NE 160th and NE 165th. The project began at the end of December and is expected to be complete by the end of February.

Here is a peek of a finished section.
Plastic protects the concrete as it cures.
Photo by Patricia Hale


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What if students learned what they want? Clearwater School presentation Jan 26 in Lynnwood



No Grades, No Tests, No Problem:
Bothell's Clearwater School Turns Education On Its Head
Saturday, January 26 | Lynnwood Sno-Isle Public Library


11am-12pm, FREE

What if students learned what they want, when they want and how they want? What if kids ate lunch or went outside whenever they wanted? What if they were free from age segregation and hall passes? At The Clearwater School, these freedoms have led to 17 years of successful students who acquire the skills to become capable, confident, responsible adults.

The Clearwater School Presentation Series features a variety of topics of interest to people who want to find a model of education that respects children as people, allows them the space to be themselves and sees them as capable of great responsibilities. Presenters include school staff, alumni, parents or students. Come hear how this long-established visionary approach to education is a viable, alternative right here along the banks of North Creek in Bothell.

All presentations are free and open to the public. Educators, parents, students and the curious are all welcome.

The Clearwater School, 1510 196th St. SE, Bothell, WA  98012
425-489-2050, eMail


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Former Kellogg principal out of retirement to fill in at Lake Forest Park Elementary

Lori Longo out of retirement
to fill in at LFP Elementary
Beloved Lake Forest Park Elementary principal Aimee Minor went on an unplanned and apparently extended non-medical leave January 7.

Families at the school received this letter from the school district:


Dear Lake Forest Park Staff, Parents and Community: 
As many of you know, Principal Miner has been unexpectedly out of the building on non-health related leave since January 7. During this time, the principal-designee Jennifer Welch has been the acting principal, and a substitute teacher has been in Ms. Welch’s third grade classroom. 
While Ms. Welch has done an exceptional job in covering the principal duties at Lake Forest Park, it is our priority to get her back into her classroom with her students. Therefore, we have arranged for former Kellogg principal, Lori Longo, to fill in as principal at Lake Forest Park beginning next week. (contact info provided for Lori Longo)
Sincerely,
Sue Walker, 
Superintendent

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Kids attend Candy Rallies in preparation for candy sale

“FuGaFriPin” Camp Fire kids from Kent, a
t a Candy Rally on Wednesday, January 16.
Photo courtesy Camp Fire 
The annual Camp Fire Candy Sale is coming!

Friday, January 25 marks the beginning of the 2013 Camp Fire Candy Sale. Each January and February, Camp Fire groups raise money selling locally made Brown / Haley candy outside of grocery stores and coffee shops all around the Puget Sound. The profits help fund summer weeks at Camp Sealth, year-round activities and field trips, and Camp Fire’s general operating costs.

To learn about the candy varieties and strategies for successful sales, Camp Fire groups attend Candy Rallies. This week, Candy Rallies took place in Seattle, Kent, and on the East side. Older youth and Group Leaders share their tips and tricks for a successful sale. 

Aurora, 15, shared her years of candy- selling in Shoreline with younger Camp Fire kids. She hopes to help kids gain confidence, learn how to handle money, and feel comfortable “talking to strangers … in a good way.” Youth learn these skills through interactive games like Jeopardy, setting up practice candy displays, and rehearsing their sales strategies with each other.

For more information or to purchase Camp Fire Candy locally, go to Camp Fire Candy.

Five delicious offerings – including the famous Mint Patties and sugar-free Camper Mix – are available for $5 each. You can also email Melissa Poole with any questions, or check out Camp Fire’s Facebook page every Friday throughout the sale for locations of specific groups.

Camp Fire is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit youth development organizations The Central Puget Sound Council serves nearly 13,000 youth and families in King, Kitsap and north Mason counties. Camp Fire provides the opportunity for them to find their spark, lift their voice, and discover who they are. In Camp Fire, it begins now. Light the fire within.


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Shorewood boys and girls varsity basketball teams both defeat Shorecrest in “Hoopapalooza IV”

The Shorewood boys’ and girls’ varsity basketball teams both defeated Shorecrest in the “Hoopapalooza IV” at Shorecrest Saturday.

The Thunderbird girls defeated Shorecrest 54-31. The T-bird boys won 44-29. Shorecrest won the boys’ junior varsity game, 47-38, and C-team game, 60-58, as part of the all-day event that also included girls’ junior varsity and C-team games.

Thunderbird Taylor Freeman puts up a short jumper.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore
In the varsity boys’ game, Shorewood led 7-5 after the first quarter, 19-9 at halftime and 28-18 after three quarters before holding off the Scots for the 44-29 victory. Leading scorers with 13 points each were Ben Andrews and Josh Hawkinson of Shorewood and Alex Horning of Shorecrest.

Shorewood freshman Lily Gustafson scores early in the first quarter.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

In the varsity girls’ game, Shorewood led 10-2 after the first quarter, 22-15 at halftime and 36-27 after three quarters before pulling further away for the 54-31 victory. Masha Shtikel led Shorewood with 20 points; teammate Lily Gustafson scored 11; and Angel Tulee added 10. Keegan Monson led Shorecrest with 8.

Thunderbird center Josh Hawkinson pressures the Shorecrest inbound pass
Photo by Wayne Pridemore
The Shorewood boys take an 8-1 Western Conference 3A record (13-3 overall) into a home game with Meadowdale (1-8 Wesco 3A, 3-13) Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. with junior varsity teams from the two schools meeting at 5:40 and "C" teams playing at 3:45. Shorecrest take a 3-6 (9-7) record into a game at Glacier Peak (7-2, 13-3) Tuesday at 7:15, with the JV game at 5:40 and the C-team game at 345.

Shorecrest Bella Kemp (number 24)
and Shorewood’s Abby Gustafson battle for a rebound.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

The Shorecrest girls take a 5-4 Wesco 3A record (8-8 overall) into a home game with Glacier Peak Wedesday at 7:15 p.m., wth the junior varsity game at 5:40. The Shorewood girls take an 8-1 (13-3) record into a game at Meadowdale (6-3, 11-5) Wednesday at 7:15, with the JV game at 5:40 and a C-team game at 3:45.


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Varsity scoring at Hoopapalooza IV

Corrected 1-22-2013 9:41pm

Shorewood guard Kaeson Gronvold shields the defensive rebound
from Sam Franks of Shorecrest.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

Shorewood boys 44, Shorecrest 29

Shorewood Scoring
Points

Zane Hopen
6

Taylor Freeman
5

Zach Rattray
3

Sam Boone
2

Karson Gronvold
2

Ben Andrews
13

Josh Hawkinson
13

Shorecrest Scoring
Points

Sam Franks
5

Benny Ortega
4

RJ Eserjose
3

Masamba Njadoe
2

Dylan Pontrello
2

Alex Horning
13

Alex Hofstrand
0

Connor Hyppa
0

Zach Lawson
0

Jake Scherf
0


Shorewood senior guard Masha Shtikel puts up a shot
as Bela Kemp of Shorecrest defends
Photo by Wayne Pridemore


Shorewood girls 54, Shorecrest 31
Shorewood
Points
Kassie Rasmussen
4
Gabby Hager
3
Masha Shtikel
20
Kayla Bradley
2
Salyna McDonald
2
Lauren Thompson
2
Lily Gustafson
11
Angel Tulee
10
Trisha Fernandez
0
Abby Gustafson
0
Karrin Leazer
0
Shorecrest
Points
Keegan Monson
8
Annie Schlachter
6
Onyie Chibuogwu
4
Uju Chibuogwu
4
Bella Kemp
4
Lindsey Shattuck
3
Sophia Viviano
2
Lauren Iredale
0
Kathryn Lindsey
0
Wurrie Njadoe
0
Savannah Tidwell
0


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Shorecrest girls’ basketball loss to Shorewood ended three-game winning streak

The Shorecrest girls’ basketball team took a three-game winning streak into its Saturday home 54-31 loss to Shorewood Saturday after a 55-17 home victory over Marysville Getchell Wednesday.

In Shorecrest’s victory over Marysville Getchell, the Scots led 21-2 after the first quarter, 27-4 at halftime and 37-10 after three quarters before pulling further away for the 55-17 victory. Onyie Chibuogwu led Shorecrest with 17 points.

Shorecrest’s Onyie Chibuogwu looks for an open team mate.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

Junior center Chibuogwu, whom Shorewood held to 4 points Saturday, leads the Scots for the season with 175 points in 15 games for an average of 11.7 points per game.

The Shorecrest junior varsity defeated Marysville Getchell, 37-26.

Shorecrest 55, Marysville Getchell 17
At Marysville Getchell High School, Wednesday, Jan. 16

Shorecrest -------------- 21 6 10 18 --  55
Marysville Getchell --    2 2   6   7 --- 17

Shorecrest Scoring -- Lindsey Shattuck 7, Lauren Iredale 5, Ari Rantz 4, Kathryn Lindsey 7, Annie Schlachter 7, Keegan Monson 2, Onyie Chibuogwu 14, Savannah Tidwell 0, Sophia Vivano 0, Bella Kemp 2, Elie Richmond 5, Uju Chibuogwu 2.

Shorecrest Season Scoring (through Shorewood game)
Player

Games
Points
P/G
Onyie Chibuogwu

15
175
11.7
Annie Schlachter

16
136
8.5
Uju Chibuogwu

15
103
6.9
Keegan Monson

16
94
5.9
Bella Kemp

14
76
5.4
Lindsey Shattuck

16
65
4.1
Kathryn Lindsey

15
39
2.6
Elie Richmond

5
12
2.4
Wurrie Njadoe

15
27
1.8
Lauren Iredale

7
8
1.1
Ari Rantz

9
10
1.1
Sophia Viviano

2
2
1.0
Rosa Rice-Pelepko

3
2
0.7
Savannah Tidwell

10
1
0.1


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SCC Women's Basketball defeats Edmonds 59-56

Ashley Savusa scored 14 points for SCC
 in their win on Saturday.
Photo by Wilson Tsoi

The Shoreline Community College Basketball held off a charging Edmonds CC team at the end of the game and the SCC Squad won a hard earned 59-56 win over the Tritons.

SCC opened the game strong, pushing to a 22-9 lead in the first half, but EDCC played tough, cutting the margin down to 4 points at half-time as SCC led 26-22.

Shoreline controlled most of the 2nd half, hovering around an 8-10 point lead most of the period, but another late Edmonds push got the game within three points and the Tritons missed a late 3 pointer to tie the game with 6 seconds left and the Dolphins came away with a win.

Shoreline was led by Ashley Savusa 14 points and Bianca Benavides and Caitlin Roussopolos who added 11 points each.  Emily Wilbur had 11 rebounds for SCC before fouling out of the game.

SCC improved its record to 8-7 overall and 2-3 in the NWAACC Northern Region. Edmonds moved to 4-12 overall and 0-5 in the region.

Shoreline plays at Peninsula College in Port Angeles, WA on Wednesday night and returns home next Saturday to face Whatcom CC at 2:00pm in the SCC Gym.


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SCC Men's Team routed by Edmonds Community College

Joshua Youngblood led SCC with 17 points
Photo by Wilson Tsoi

The Shoreline Community College Men's Basketball Team took on the #1 ranked team in the NWAACC on Saturday afternoon and came away with a 121-93 loss to Edmonds Community College.

EDCC took the early lead and never looked back, as they never trailed in the game and pushed out to a 60-38 lead at half-time. SCC did fight back in the 2nd half, cutting a 31 point Edmonds lead down to 9 points with about 9 minutes left in the game. but EDCC shook off the SCC charge and went on to a 28 point win.

SCC playing short-handed, without the services of the NWAACC leading rebounder in Nahshon George, out with a ankle sprain, was led by Joshua Youngblood with 17 points and Kadeem Stewart with 16. Stewart also dealt out 10 assists for a double-double. Adam Johnson scored 10 points with 10 rebounds for a double-double as well. 4 other Dolphins scored in double figures.

Edmonds moves to 15-2 on the season and 5-0 in the NWAACC Northern Region. The struggling Dolphins fall to 2-12 and 1-4.

Shoreline plays at Peninsula College in Port Angeles, WA on Wednesday night and returns home next Saturday afternoon at 4:00 pm against Whatcom CC to conclude the first half of the region schedule.


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Dancing and music and ancient instruments at Vinterdans

Friday, January 18, 2013


Vinterdans, Friday, February 1, 8 – 11pm, Cedar Valley Grange, 20526 – 52nd Ave. W. (between Mountlake Terrace and Lynnwood)

Skandia Folkdance Society invites you to Vinterdans, a special evening of music and dancing. Skandia will transform the hall with festive decorations and put out the “welcome” mat. Come enjoy the camaraderie and the joy of live Scandinavian music.

The nyckelharpa dates back
to the year 1200 in Sweden
Guest musicians include Seattle Lilla Spelmanslag, a talented group of kids ranging in age from 8 to 18, and Ben Teitelbaum, internationally acclaimed master of the Swedish nyckelharpa.

The ‘Lag starts the evening with a set of lively dance tunes. These young musicians play with skill and energy beyond their years, share a passion for Nordic music, and are looking ahead to a summer music adventure in Sweden. More about the group.

Dancers will flock to the floor when Ben Teitelbaum takes the stage and fires up his Swedish nyckelharpa for the second set. The nyckelharpa dates back to at least the year 1200, and requires diligence and persistence to learn. A highly respected musician and ethnomusicologist, Ben is a virtuoso at playing this unusual string-and-keyed instrument. His considerable talent earned him a Swedish scholarship for advanced musical study and the first-ever American degree in nyckelharpa performance. He now heads the Nordic Studies Department at the University of Colorado in Boulder. The remainder of the evening holds more musical surprises, and Ben will play a second set. Get ready for a musical head rush!

Ben Teitelbaum heads the Nordic Studies Dept
at the University of Colorado in Boulder and is a
virtuoso on the nyckelharpa
You don’t need a partner or a folk costume to come to this dance, and if you prefer to just listen to the music, that’s fine. The per-person price, $15, gives you a chance to listen or dance, watch a great diversity of Scandinavian dance styles, and chat with other friendly onlookers. Of course, Skandia hopes that one and all will join in the easy mixers and other accessible dances, but the choice is yours.

Longing to dance? Then this is your chance to get started in a welcoming environment. Our one suggestion: wear low-heeled shoes that turn easily. Your feet will thank you! Learn more about Skandia Folkdance Society, 206-784-8959.


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Tests reveal no cause for alarm re dioxins in lake bed

Background dioxins in Kenmore lake sediments similar to other Seattle-area studies

Dioxin levels in lake-bottom sediments in most areas at the northern tip of Lake Washington are consistent with background soil and sediment concentrations found in the Seattle-area, according to data released today from a joint study by the city of Kenmore (Kenmore) and the Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology).

“We’re encouraged by these findings,” said Kenmore Mayor David Baker. “The city made a worthwhile investment that succeeded in giving our community information and reassurance about the lake bottom, while clarifying where to direct further environmental efforts.”
“The initial data are promising, especially for the public recreational areas,” said Jeannie Summerhays, Ecology’s Northwest regional director.  “We’re grateful to the city and cooperating property owners for the partnership that enabled this work to take place. In the places with higher levels, Ecology will work with property owners to determine the next steps for further evaluation, as needed.”

Kenmore and Ecology funded the evaluation of lake-bottom sediment and water samples from 30 locations at Kenmore Harbor, Log Boom Park, Kenmore Navigation Channel, the lower reach of the Sammamish River and at Lake Forest Park’s Lyon Creek Waterfront Park. The study provided follow-up to a 2011 report of dioxin in lake sediment at a private moorage in Kenmore.

The city of Lake Forest Park and several commercial lakefront property owners helped fund the study or provide access for the sampling.

All of the surface water samples show no results above the basic screening levels used by Ecology to evaluate water quality.

Sediment samples taken in areas where people and pets may have contact with the lake bottom showed dioxins below the levels Ecology uses to determine if health risks are present from contact with dioxin in soils. Dioxins in sediments at two private marinas exceeded those levels, and Ecology will pursue further investigation of those areas in cooperation with the property owners. Those sediments are in areas not readily accessible to people or pets.

One of the study’s goals was to determine potential sediment disposal options for the future maintenance dredging of the Kenmore Navigation Channel for better vessel access to waterfront businesses. The channel’s sediments contain dioxin levels similar to other areas outside the two marinas. The channel is a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers facility.

“Federal funding for dredging is an important goal for the city of Kenmore for economic development of the Lakepointe/Kenmore Industrial Park and for existing water dependent Kenmore businesses,” Baker said. “These sampling results may mean the costs of disposing sediment from dredging the navigation channel will be less for taxpayers.”

Ecology and Kenmore plan to issue the study’s final report this spring.

The Washington Department of Health plans to conduct a health consultation for Log Boom Park and Kenmore Industrial Park this spring.

Ecology and Kenmore will host an informal open house on Jan. 23, 2013, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Kenmore City Hall to answer questions about the sampling results.  Another meeting will be scheduled in the spring on the study’s final report.

The study data are available at Kenmore City Hall, Kenmore Library and online.

Additional information on Dioxin

Dioxins form in minute amounts as byproducts of burning. Exhaust from vehicles, forest fires, wood or coal burning and waste incineration can release dioxins into the air.  Industrial processes that involve chlorine, such as bleaching wood pulp or manufacturing certain chemicals, can produce dioxins. Various paper and pulp products contain small amounts, at levels not considered harmful.

Dioxins can be found at low levels throughout the world. They tend to attach to small particles. In water, dioxins do not readily dissolve and tend to settle to the bottom and chemically adhere to sediment particles.

For people, the most common means of dioxin exposure is by eating something that contains it. Dioxin can enter food chain when small creatures eat tiny plants that grow in dioxin-contaminated sediments and ingest fine particles. Dioxin accumulates in the fat tissue of whatever eats it.

Studies have found increased cancer rates among people with many years of workplace dioxin exposure. Laboratory animal experiments have linked dioxin exposure to cancer. The amount of exposure in these studies was significantly higher than the levels found in the Kenmore area samples.

Most samples included sediments to a depth of 4 inches, which is the zone occupied by sediment-dwelling animals and plants. Samples from the Kenmore Navigation Channel and Northlake marina were 10 inches deep, which provides a useful screening tool to evaluate future dredged materials disposal planning.

Kenmore area sediment sampling results available on these two websites:


Background information on dioxins:




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