Open letter to Ridgecrest and Parkwood residents

Friday, July 19, 2013



145TH/155TH STATION-AREA VISIONING MEETING
Thursday, August 1, 2013
6-8pm

Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Church
14724 1st Ave NE
(near Twin Ponds Park)

Ridgecrest and Parkwood Neighbors,

Sound Transit has just released the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) with details about potential station alignments, impacts, and mitigations. This DEIS evaluates potential stations at 185th Street AND 145th OR 155th Streets

The Sound Transit Board will likely make a decision about whether they prefer a station at 145th or 155th this fall at which time the City of Shoreline will begin the station subarea planning process. 

Subarea planning will aim to define the area influenced by a future station and develop a vision about the surrounding neighborhood in terms of transportation access, public amenities, land use (ex. housing, retail, restaurants, etc) and aesthetics. 

The first 145th/155th Street Station-Area Visioning Meeting will be held on Thursday, August 1, 6-8pm at the Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Church at 14724 1st Ave. NE, near Twin Ponds Park.

The 185th Street Station-Area Citizens Committee has already formed, but because the decision between 145th and 155th has not been made, a committee has yet to be created.

It is critical that we have a strong voice in the upcoming process to guide policy decisions that favor and benefit our neighborhoods. To that end, the Ridgecrest and Parkwood Neighborhood Associations will have a table set up at the August 1st meeting to engage neighborhood leaders interested in forming a Citizens Committee.

Please join us at this meeting to make your voice heard. Now is the time to shape our community for generations to come.

Chair/Ridgecrest Neighborhood Association

Chair/Parkwood Neighborhood Association


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Sound Transit: Lynnwood Link draft EIS released



This was a big week for our Lynnwood Link light rail extension. On Wednesday, we released the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) that will shape upcoming decisions on the extension. A 60-day public comment period on the draft EIS kicks off next week.

The 8.5-mile extension, which will connect Northgate and Lynnwood along the I-5 corridor, should be very popular, carrying an estimated 60,000 to 70,000 riders on weekdays. It is scheduled to open in 2023.

We worked closely with the Federal Transit Administration on the DEIS, which looks at potential routes and stations serving North Seattle, Shoreline, Mountlake Terrace and Lynnwood. It examines the benefits and impacts associated with running trains at grade along the I-5 corridor, on elevated trackway, or in a trench section through portions of the alignment.

The ST Board is expected to choose a preferred route alternative late this year that will be studied in a Final EIS. Construction should begin around 2018.


Public meetings are scheduled:

Aug 14, 2013: Learn about the Draft Environmental Impact Statement and give comments

Aug 20, 2013: Learn about the Draft Environmental Impact Statement and give comments

Aug 21, 2013: Learn about the Draft Environmental Impact Statement and give comments

Aug 22, 2013: Learn about the Draft Environmental Impact Statement and give comments



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Fire at Sears leaves extensive smoke and water damage



Shoreline Firefighters, assisted by Seattle and Northshore, quickly cleaned up a fire at Sears Thursday, July 18, 2013. Crews arrived to find the store full of potentially deadly smoke. They extinguished the blaze, which was confined to a shelf of bed linens. All evacuated safely.

The store's sprinkler system kept the flames from quickly spreading -- but there is extensive smoke and water damage. King County Fire Investigation Unit is at work to determine the cause of the blaze.


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Day 4 for new Echo Lake mural

Thursday, July 18, 2013



Wow!  Just four days into the project, artist Andy Eccleshall has completed enough of the new Echo Lake mural that passers-by on NE 205th are already amazed and delighted.

From the sky and treetops to the hints of the historic activities in the lake, the new mural is quickly taking shape. Having cleaned and primed the wall, Eccleshall is now applying a multitude of acrylic hues to create this fresh view of the neighborhood.

When complete, the image will not only honor the past but also acknowledge the ever-changing environment in Shoreline. Thanks to good weather and his vast experience, Eccleshall of The Mural Works expects to complete the artwork next week.

The new mural is funded through a City of Shoreline Neighborhood Mini-grant to the Echo Lake Neighborhood Association and the City’s 1% for Public Art Fund.

For more information contact Ros Bird, Public Art Coordinator 


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Arts of Kenmore issues Call to Photographers



The Arts of Kenmore Gallery at  Kenmore City Hall has issued a Call to Photographers for its Photographic Group Exhibit, Sept. 27 – Nov. 15. Submissions due August 15


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Impressionist Gardens at the Lake Forest Park Library Saturday


Art Historian Susan Olds will discuss techniques and composition of Impressionist paintings, including the works of artists such as Monet, Manet, Renoir, Pissarro, Caillebotte, Marie Braquemond, Cezanne, Van Gogh, Gauguin, Bonnard and Vuillard. 

Impressionist Gardens, Saturday, July 20, 2013 at 2pm at the Lake Forest Park Library, Lake Forest Park Towne Centre, Suite A-134, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park 98155, 206-362-8860


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Dog Fest on Saturday, Aug 10, near Hamlin Park

Competitors in the Doggy Dash
at a previous DogFest
The ballfields near Hamlin Park will be the location for the annual DogFest on Saturday, August 10. The sponsor, Shoredog, is looking for volunteers for help for a couple of hours during the event. 

DogFest will take place at the Hamlin Park Upper Ball Fields,15825 25th Ave NE, in Shoreline, between Kellogg Middle School and Shorecrest High School, August 10, 2013, 11:00am-3:00 pm

We are taking over Hamlin Park's upper ballfields on August 10th. Bring the family, your favorite four-legged friend, and join us for ShoreDOG's 5th Annual DogFest.

We will be featuring training demonstrations (courtesy of Joyce's Dogs), fun doggie games, and a vendor area featuring local pet businesses.

The entire ball field will be fenced off to allow for off-leash play with your pups. There will be plenty of doggie water stations throughout (kiddie pools) to make sure our pups stay cool and hydrated. 

If you are interested in volunteering at DogFest or would like to participate as a vendor, contact ShoreDOG.


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Lake Forest Parks' Night Out Against Crime, Aug 6



Join with us in celebration of National Night Out on August 6, 2013. National Night Out is “America’s Night Out Against Crime,” a coordinated effort to promote involvement in crime prevention activities, police-community partnerships, neighborhood camaraderie, and generally to send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.

This is the 30th anniversary of the event. In Lake Forest Park, neighbors have gathered for the last 16 years primarily to get to know each other and share ideas. Often it happens over a potluck dinner: sometimes at a house but more often in a block-party in the street.

Our Police Department encourages every neighborhood to have some sort of get-together in support of this national event, because knowing your neighbors is one of the strongest crime deterrents a neighborhood and community can have. This year, Police Chief Steve Sutton and his staff will attend as many events as possible.

If you are planning or want to have an event, contact Crime Prevention Coordinator Casey Krzyminski 206-957-2880. Registration forms and more information are available on the City web-site or at the police department. Additional information about the National Event. 



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One week to Solar Fest - Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living Fair



Fun in the Sun at NW SolarFest!
10th Annual NW SolarFest
Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living Fair

On Saturday, July 27th at Shoreline Community College from 10am to 6 pm the public is invited to drop all their cares and enjoy some spontaneous fun, for Free.


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Volunteer at HopeLink food bank on Saturday



Looking for a fun (and rewarding) family activity this Saturday?
Volunteer together at the Hopelink Shoreline Food Bank!

Space is still available for the first of a series of Hopelink Family Saturdays, which kick off Saturday, July 20, in Shoreline from 1-4 pm. Hopelink Family Saturdays are a great way to volunteer together as a family, learn new skills, meet new people, and work together as a team.

You know what they say: “The family that volunteers in a food bank together…  has a great time while helping others.” Join us!

Hopelink Shoreline Center is located at 15809 Westminster Way N, Shoreline 98133, 206-440-7300.

Contact Janelle by 5pm Friday, 425-897-3721.


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The trains are coming: reaching Shoreline residents of modest means


RSVP by August 3, 2013 online

Senior Services, a nonprofit serving King County, received an equity grant to engage folks in the Shoreline Light Rail Planning Process whose voices are not often heard. Specifically, we’re reaching out to Shoreline residents who are people of modest means. 

A special event will be held on Wednesday, August 7 to find out what they envision, and to prepare them to engage in transit oriented development.

4:30 - 6:30pm Buffet dinner served
6:30 - 9:30pm Light Rail planning meeting

POPY's Café, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 14514 20th Ave NE, Shoreline 98155

The attendees will have several benefits:
  • Extra time and training to explain the process
  • Free dinner, day care and transportation to the events
  • A stipend for people who want to become “Community Connectors” and invite others to attend 
  • Resources and support for the people (probably a handful) who will want to stay engaged and bring their voice to the planning process over the next six months.

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Echo Lake picnic has an eclectic mix of guests

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

The Echo Lake Neighborhood Association picnic
Photo courtesy Rod Dembowski

The Echo Lake Neighborhood Association held its annual Picnic and Work Party in Echo Lake Park on Tuesday evening under clear skies.

The Association invited everyone on their mailing list, all the city staff they worked with throughout the year, every speaker who had been at their meetings, and all the politicos who are in office or running for office.

Since they also feed anyone who walks by on the Interurban Trail, it makes for an interesting mix of guests.

The group in the photo above includes Board Member Ryl Anderson (kneeling front), Webmaster Vicki Michels (far right), State Rep. Ruth Kagi (center), County Councilmember Rod Dembowski (blue shirt), Shoreline Mayor (and Echo Lake resident) Keith McGlashan, and some other folk from the neighborhood.

People came and went throughout the afternoon.
Here Chairperson Jeanne Monger calls out raffle ticket winners
Photo by Keith McGlashan

The picnic was preceded by a work party, chaired by Nan Colton and Maya Lu, which weeded, put bark on the flower beds, and new sand on the beach. A free dinner was served to everyone, orchestrated by chairperson Jeanne Monger. Kathleen Hill collected the books donated for the Council of Neighborhoods book sale next week, and Board Member Ellen Wood took the food bank donations to HopeLink.


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Shoreline City Council Meeting July 15, 2013

Devon Vose Rickabaugh
Photo by Jerry Pickard

Shoreline City Council Meeting
July 15, 2013
By Devon Vose Rickabaugh

The City Council heard from several members of the public regarding the noise roosters make in a neighborhood. A family who owns several roosters spoke on behalf of urban farming. One of their children cried when talking about their roosters as pets and members of their family. Also they said they were using a sound proof box to cut out the rooster crowing during the night.

Two neighbors who work long hours and different shifts said the roosters disrupt their sleep and that they are not appropriated in an urban environment. Council members were sympathetic to the boy with the pet roosters, but most wanted some sort of ordinance to control the noise they make. Councilmember Winstead said, “Sleep is important but I’m not in favor of an all out ban”.  Councilmember Eggen said a “noise ordinance is not the solution. It’s hard to prove a nuisance.” Councilmember Salomon said he is concerned about the noise, but “could not support a moratorium on roosters”. The council directed city staff to come back with more information about how to handle the rooster situation. “How effective are these black boxes?” Councilmember Eggen wanted to know. Mayor McGlashan said he tends to be on the side of banning roosters, but wants staff to find out how other cities are handling the rooster question.

The Council adopted two ordinances. One to reduce the length of the terms youth would need to serve on the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Board and the Library Board from two to one year to attract more youth applicants. Several council members said how valuable the youth input has been on these boards.

The other ordinance 665 was passed to accurately reflect the changes adopted by Ordinance No. 621 which changed the review authority for all quasi- judicial hearings from the Planning Commission to the Hearing Examiner. In addition to corrections related to Ordinance No. 621, staff has “noted a few other minor amendments that will update this section and add clarity.”

Prior to the City Council Meeting the Council held an Executive Session.


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What's cooking at Central Market?


If you're looking for inspiration, answers, tips or new recipes - come by the Culinary Resource Center near Produce at Shoreline Central Market, upper level Aurora Square on Westminster Way. 

There's often something to sample, and always recipes for the taking. Below is the lineup for demonstrations. 

The kiosk is staffed 10 am-6:30pm daily (9 am-5:30pm Sundays) with sampling noon to 4:30pm. If a line appears under the recipe, click to go to the full recipe.





Sat, July 20  Pericles from Four Seasons Gourmet Visits - Try his locally farmed, produced and bottled fruit vinegars and sauces 

Sun, July 21 Pericles from Four Seasons Gourmet Visits - Try his locally farmed, produced and bottled fruit vinegars and sauces 

Mon, July 22  Sorry, no demo 

Tues, July 23  Tuscan White Bean Salad

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Greenwood Concert Band will perform free Outdoor Concert at Shoreline Farmer’s Market



The Greenwood Concert Band will perform a FREE Outdoor Concert at Shoreline Farmer’s Market, 17500 Midvale Ave N, Saturday July 20, 2013, 12pm-1pm

For 17 years, The Greenwood Concert Band has entertained family audiences at the Ballard Locks and at Seattle Center with great concert band-in-the-park music in July. They will be closing their season with a free outdoor concert at Shoreline Farmer’s Market, 17500 Midvale Ave N on Saturday, July 20, 2013, 12pm – 1pm. The band plays a wide variety of music, including John Phillip Sousa, Henry Fillmore, George M. Cohen, von Suppe, Tchaikovsky, and Rossini. Come enjoy this summertime celebration of music and community!

The Greenwood Concert band is a 50-member, multi-generational group from all walks of life including current and retired Seattle Symphony musicians, and accomplished student and adult amateurs. Founded in 1997 by William (Bill) Blayney -- a highly regarded musician, concert soloist and conductor -- the band is committed to providing audiences of all ages with the best summertime tradition ever – free outdoor band concerts. 

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Take a Walk around Richmond Beach this Saturday

Shoreline Walks Echo Lake Neighborhood Walk
Photo by Alice Lawson

Head out this Saturday for a nice morning walk around Richmond Beach as part of the “Shoreline Walks” free community walking program.  Catch some exercise before it gets too hot on this 2.3 mile stroll in the neighborhoods around Richmond Beach. We’ll make a couple quick stops at locations for coffee or a snack.  This week’s walk leader is Claire Russell.

Saturday, July 20, 10:30am
Richmond Beach Library Loop
A perfect summer morning walk around the neighborhoods of beautiful Richmond Beach. We'll make quick stops at a few locations along this walk for anyone wanting coffee or a snack.
Approx. 2.3 miles with some hills and some uneven ground.
Meet at: Innis Arden Playfield parking lot, 1430 NW 188th St (corner of 15th NW and NW 188th)

Shoreline Walks is a new community walking program to help Shoreline adults stay active, meet new people (or connect with old friends) and feel safer and more confident exploring our city by foot. Walks explore neighborhoods, parks and trails offering great insight into some of the best walking routes in our city. Specifically designed for adults ages 50+ but open to all ages and abilities, each walk is led by a Volunteer Walk Leader and all walks are free to the public. More information and full list of walks or call City of Shoreline Recreation Assistant, Marianne Johnson at 206-801-2638.


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Letter to the Editor: Ronald Wastewater District spends ratepayer dollars on lawsuit


To the Editor:

On June 27, 2013 Ronald Wastewater and Art Wadekamper filed a "Complaint for Declaratory Judgment" in King County Superior Court against the City of Shoreline.

On May 22, 2013 the Shoreline City Council held a special meeting regarding the possibility of suing the Ronald Sewer District as they had entered into discussions with the Town of Woodway regarding possible sale of the Point Wells/Snohomish County portion of the Ronald Wastewater infrastructure in apparent violation of the Interlocal Agreement from October 2002. At this meeting (available in audio-only on the City of Shoreline web site) several citizens voiced their dismay at the prospect of a legal action before negotiations had been exhausted. The citizens who voiced their concerns are also ratepayers of the Ronald Wastewater District.

It would seem that the Ronald Wastewater District feels that ratepayer dollars should be spent on this lawsuit rather than any attempt at further discussion.

The Complaint filed runs twelve pages and covers many issues, not only those cited above.

Everyone interested in this issue should take the time to read those twelve pages, familiarize themselves with the Interlocal Agreement in question, and come to their own conclusions on this issue pitting Ronald Wastewater against the City of Shoreline - a battle waged with money from the pockets of Shoreline residents.

The Council will be considering this issue at their next regular meeting on Monday the 22nd in Executive Session. Please make your voices heard.

I've uploaded the document to my Google Drive,

Tracy Tallman
Edmonds


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Buy tickets now for 2013 North City Jazz Walk

The music went on into the night at the 2012 event
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

2013 North City Jazz Walk
August 13 – 7 to 10pm

Come to St. Mark Catholic Church’s social hall and hear Danny Quintero and Critical Mass reprise the music from the fabulous “Sinatra-Basie at the Sands” two album release of 1966 that quickly became the standard by which all vocalists with big bands are measured. Why is this two-album set so revered? Sinatra’s impeccable phrasing and timing combined with the Basie band’s outstanding performance of the terrific orchestrations by all the best arrangers, including Seattle’s own Quincy Jones.

This is an opportunity for you to listen to Sinatra as performed by Danny Quintero, a young man quickly making a name for himself in the Northwest. Not only does Danny have a great voice and a marvelous stage presence, but a wonderful sense of the subtle nuances of Sinatra.

Rallie Jamero of Allstate Insurance is the sponsor of the "Sinatra-Basie at the Sands" at St. Mark's Catholic Church. Kim and Brad Lanceaster of Lancaster Law Firm are sponsoring "Hook Me Up" at the Frank Lumber delivery store.

Come and sit and enjoy the music of Hook Me Up, a favorite from last year. And, while you’re listening, enjoy a beer or glass of wine at the Rain City Rotary Beer and Wine Garden.

Check out all the artists and purchase your tickets online.


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Patients of Shoreline dentist awarded $35 million


According to our news partners The Seattle Times and King5, a retired Shoreline dentist with 76 complaints against his license will pay, with his insurer, $35 million to 29 former patients for the bad and unnecessary work he did on their teeth.

From The Times:
A judge Wednesday awarded a total $35 million to 29 former patients of a retired Shoreline dentist who is accused of performing thousands of unnecessary root canals. 
The judge found Henri Duyzend was negligent, failed to obtain informed consent from patients, committed fraud and violated the Washington Consumer Protection Act. The verdict is believed to be one of the largest in state history for dental negligence.
Duyzend performed nearly 2,200 root canals on about 500 patients in the five years before he retired in 2007, according to the sworn affidavit of Dr. David To, who purchased Duyzend’s practice. A typical patient has fewer than two root canals in his or her lifetime, he said.

According to King5,
More than 200 patients filed malpractice claims against Dr. Henri Duyzend, but the new ruling, which came in an arbitration proceeding, benefits a smaller group of patients who declined to settle their claims.

Patients didn't question the number of root canals and crowns that Duyzend performed on them. It wasn't until he retired and sold his practice that things started to unravel. Patients were coming in to the new dentist with pain and failing teeth. 

King 5 said, "According to a sworn affidavit, the new dentist was alarmed by the large number of root canals Henri Duyzend had performed. After reviewing x-rays and patient charts, that dentist concluded Duyzend had done 'fraudulent root canals on almost every patient in the practice' and that many were done poorly."
Additional information in this King5 story.


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Greek mini-festival at Time Out Burgers in Mountlake Terrace this weekend


From our friends at MLT News

Opa! The Time Out Burgers Mini-Greek Festival is Saturday and Sunday, July 20 and 21, in Mountlake Terrace,  5807 244th St SW.

The family-owned restaurant is hosting its fifth annual festival with live music, a special menu, and fun for the whole family. Taki’s Mad Greeks will be playing traditional Greek music on Saturday starting at 5pm; Yannis Sahamis, Yannis Novakis and Yannis Hloptsidis will take the stage on Sunday, 1-5pm.

Time Out Burgers has been open at the same Mountlake Terrace address since October 2004.


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1000 students in Shoreline Schools need help for Back To School


Donations and volunteers are needed for the annual Shoreline Back To School event, which provides school supplies, hair cuts, and clothing assistance to Shoreline School District families with low incomes and/ or circumstances that make it challenging to adequately prepare their children for school. 

The event will be held from 12:30 to 4pm Saturday, August 24 at the North City building, 816 NE 190th, Shoreline. Registration closes Friday, August 16. Families may register online

Donations of backpacks, school supplies, hygiene products, socks, underwear and books can be made at locations throughout Shoreline and Lake Forest Park.

Part of the line for winter coats, BTS 2011
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Donation boxes are located at Shoreline Center, Shoreline City Hall, Center for Human Services, the Dale Turner Family YMCA and many Starbucks locations throughout the District. Here is a list of locations.


Financial donations are also welcome and may be mailed to or dropped off at the Center for Human Services, 17018 15th Ave NE, Shoreline 98155.

Volunteers are also needed prior to and on the day of the event. Volunteer information can be found here.
In 2012, more than 1,000 Shoreline Schools students received needed school supplies and clothing at the Back to School Consortium event.


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Book Review by Aarene Storms: Trash Can Days

Trash Can Days : a middle school saga by Teddy Steinkellner

It's like a whole season of Glee: the junior high years, without the music.

In one school year at a California middle school, readers encounter all the stereotypical characters from Central Casting: the rich, popular girl. Her younger brother, the undersized geek. The misunderstood brown-skinned guy. The quirky asian girl. The earnest-but-clueless young teacher. The disconnected principal. And rarely a parent in sight.

This book is intended to be a quick, funny, possibly inspirational read, but much of the story and dialogue fell flat. Even the painfully funny parts (there were lots of those) are going to have a difficult time finding an audience: middle school kids will be too close to the action to recognize the humor, and high school students won't want to read about middle school kids.

Rating:
Shrug. Not recommended.

The events may not have happened; still, the story is true. --R. Silvern

Aarene Storms, youth services librarian
Richmond Beach and Lake Forest Park Libraries, KCLS


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Shoreline Caucus meets Thursday

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

The Shoreline Caucus meeting is this Thursday, July 18, 2013 at 7pm at the Richmond Beach Library. There will be an update on the plastic bag ban petition, discussion of Agenda 21, and discussion of the upcoming Primary Election in August. 


For more information, contact Ginny Scantlebury, 206-755-3588.


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City signs Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Local #117


Lake Forest Park City Council unanimously approved a long-awaited collective bargaining agreement with the Teamsters Local #117 representing maintenance workers at its regular meeting on July 11, 2013.

The current agreement between the City of Lake Forest Park and the Teamsters Local #117 expired on December 31, 2012. City Administration and the Teamsters Local #117 have been negotiating for a successor agreement since September, 2012. Tentative agreement was reached in early July, 2013. The three-year contract provides for 0.5% wage adjustment in 2013, a 1% wage adjustment in 2014, and a 1.5% wage adjustment in 2015.

The most significant aspect of the contract is that it provides for a transition to Washington Teamsters Medical Trust, Plan B, a $300/$600 deductible health plan effective September 1, 2013.  

This is a lower cost health plan but provides comprehensive coverage to employees and their families. In addition, the contract provides for a one-time payment in 2014 and 2015 to union members if the annual increase in medical premium for the plan is less than 8%. If the increase in medical premium is greater than 9%, the City and employees will split the increase 50/50.

“This was a long negotiation process because we were trying to achieve some very difficult things,” said Mayor Mary Jane Goss. “Because of decreased City revenues, we were asking our maintenance workers to change health plans in order to achieve cost savings. At the same time, we were only able to offer the Teamsters very modest wage increases. I applaud Teamsters Local #117 for recognizing the budget realities that the City is facing and doing their part to keep the City on sustainable financial path.”

“The Teamsters are pleased to offer a healthcare plan that will work for the City financially and will provide excellent care for our members,” said Tracey A. Thompson, Secretary-Treasurer of Teamsters Local #117. “We worked with the City to find a benefit package that was meeting our members’ needs as well as the City’s need for cost control to achieve stability in jobs and public services for the next 3 years.”

The Lake Forest Park Public Works Department provides a wide variety of services to the citizens of Lake Forest Park and to the City of Kenmore through a contract. The Public Works Department is responsible for the maintenance, operation and repair of the city’s streets, surface water infrastructure, buildings and grounds facilities, parks, sanitary sewer, and 24/7 emergency response. Teamsters Local #117 represents 11 maintenance workers in the Public Works Department.


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Help shape next year’s Shoreline Arts Festival – Take the Survey

Photo by Steven H. Robinson


The Shoreline Arts Festival committee wants your feedback! Is there something you’d like to see at the festival, do you have suggestions or feedback; is there an art project you’d like to see get tackled? Let ‘em know!  All suggestions, new ideas, grievances, or accolades are welcome. Please take this opportunity to help shape next year’s event and move the festival forward.


Each year the festival is put on by arts council staff, a volunteer committee of dedicated festival leaders, and a small army of working volunteers. We can’t do it with out them, and they have our deepest thanks.

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to nurture all of the arts in the community through programs and events, arts education, advocacy, and support for artists and arts organizations. 


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Stuck in a backup? State Patrol suspects texting to blame

The Washington State Patrol is beginning to suspect that many of the collisions which cause traffic backups and delays are caused by people who are texting and driving at relatively low speeds.

Those backups impede traffic, frustrate other drivers, and impact the state’s economy by interfering with freight mobility.

“You and I are sitting in traffic, going nowhere, because someone ahead of us was texting,” said WSP Chief John R. Batiste. “We think texting is a factor in far more of these minor collisions than we’ll ever be able to prove.”

Today’s guidance is a departure from the State Patrol’s historic practice of offering advice only when they have objective data. The Patrol knows with great certainty the number of people killed by speeding, impaired driving or the failure to wear a seat belt.

Not so with texting-while-driving in collisions which cause only minor property damage. Traffic violations that lead to minor collisions are civil infractions, not crimes.

“We do not have the legal authority to get search warrants for cell phone records in cases of minor collisions,” Batiste said. “Our priority in those cases is to get traffic moving again.”

Batiste said that texting while driving is risky behavior, regardless of your speed. He urged drivers to put down their phones, period.

State Troopers cited over 1,000 drivers last year for texting at the wheel.  Over 6,600 drivers were cited for talking on their cell phones without using a hands free device.  The fine for any cell phone violation is $124.  If the traffic violation results in a collision, additional fees could be added.  


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White House photographer under President Bush speaks at Mercer Island event

Photographer Eric Draper with President George W. Bush

King County Republicans present President Bush's White House Photographer, Eric Draper, who is coming to town on August 1, 2013. 

Eric served all eight years of the Bush administration and was assigned to the Bush campaign during the 2000 election while working for the Associated Press. He also has a history in Seattle, having worked as a staff photographer for the Seattle Times and was even married in Bellevue!

He just published a book, Front Row Seat: A Photographic Portrait of the Presidency of George W. Bush. Included in the cost of the event will be your very own copy which you will have the opportunity to have signed by Eric.

Matthew Lundh, Executive Director of the King County Republican Party says, "You really aren't going to want to miss this event. Be prepared for a behind-the-scenes look and stories from the perspective of someone who was in the room during times that others were not. He truly had a front row seat to one of the most challenging presidencies of our time which should provide an unforgettable evening!"

The event is Thursday, August 1 and starts at 7:00pm at the Mercer Island VFW Hall, 1836 72nd Ave SE. Tickets are $65 and include a copy of Front Row Seat (a $50 value). There is a $35 guest option for households who only wish to purchase one book. 



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Host families needed for French students July 31-August 21

Emily and Kaitlyn Paulsen
with Constance, their French
student

Seven more host families are needed to provide homes for students coming to the Seattle area with a group from France. They will be here from July 31 to August 21. Horizons du Monde is a nonprofit organization which has been bringing students and host families together for 30 years.

Host families need to provide a bed and meals eaten with the family. The entire group of students will be going on excursions together and the host family is welcome to join in. Wild Waves, Downtown Seattle and the Space Needle are examples of destinations. 

Your student will also be able to do activities with your family and travel with you if that is in your plans, while they are here. If you would like to be part of this opportunity, contact Jamin today, 360-661-0552.


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Winners from the 2013 Shoreline Arts Festival adult juried art shows

Orange Thrush by Lowell Klubberud
2nd Place 2D  

The Gallery at Town Center presents: 
Winners from the 2013 Shoreline Arts Festival Adult Juried Art Shows 

July 8 – August 18, 2013

The Gallery at Town Center is proud to present a selection of the winners from the 2013 Shoreline Arts Festival’s Adult Juried 2-D Art and Photography Shows. Jurors Angie Dixon (2 Dimensional and 3 Dimensional Art) and David Julian (Photography) deliberated over hundred of entries for these pieces.  The winners this year are: 

2D 1st Place – Phillip Carpenter 
2D 2nd Place – Lowell Klubberud 
2D 3rd Place – Roberta McDaris 
Honorable Mention – Rocky Barrick 
Honorable Mention – Uta Mooney 
Honorable Mention – Elana Winsberg 
Honorable Mention – Jose Johann Bitancour 
Honorable Mention – Keith Artz  

3D 1st Place – Cheryl Quesnell 
3D 2nd Place – Rick Holst 
3D 3rd Place – Alex Anderson 
Honorable Mention – Cheryl Johnson 
Honorable Mention – Sam Scott 
Honorable Mention – Cheryl Johnson 

Photography 1st Place – Frank Melchoir 
Photography 2nd Place – Henry Heerschap 
Photography 3rd Place – Bill Butler 
Honorable Mention – Peggy Curtis 
Honorable Mention – Steve Kidd 
Honorable Mention – Bob Sears 
Honorable Mention – Joan Loeken 
Honorable Mention – Ian Morrison 

People’s Choice 2D and 3D – Rick Holst “Constellation Collection” 
People’s Choice More Art – tie – Paul Hudson “Tlingit Mask”, 
Debbie Mooney “Cabin in the Forest” 
People’s Choice Photography –Frank Melchoir “Cats & Dogs” 
People’s Choice More Photography – Cynthia Quarles-Wilson “And Still I Stand” 

Shoreline – Lake Forest Park Arts Council 
Portable Works Purchase Award 
Barb White


The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to nurture all of the arts in the community through programs and events, arts education, advocacy, and support for artists and arts organizations.  Proceeds from the Gallery at Towne Centre help fund these programs and events.

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Rat City Rollergirls on the Move - to Shoreline

Monday, July 15, 2013

Currently skating at Key Arena, some events will be
scheduled for the Shoreline location.
Copyright, Marc Weinberg


Text and Photography by Marc Weinberg

Wow, look who is coming to town?

Rat City in the green is trying to keep the other teams 'jammer'
from squeezing past them which will score points.
Copyright, Marc Weinberg

Rat City Rollergirls have signed a new lease and are in the process of becoming our newest neighbor. They are currently renovating the property know as the 'Mattress Factory' on Aurora, just south of the YMCA and a little north of Sky Nursery.

Rat City's jammer is taking a fall. Notice the fans in the background
Copyright, Marc Weinberg

They will be a great addition to our community with their progressive outlook on life and their giving attitude, especially toward women and children. Of course they'll provide the thrills and spills of their sport which is crammed full of action. So stay tuned for another article sometime in August with more about their programs.

For a closer look at their history have a look at their website

Alyssa Hoppe, Chief Operating Officer, welcomes inquiries directly.


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Fourth Annual Walk to the Future July 27 benefits Parkinson's research

2010 Walk to the Future

Pinky's Passion for a Parkinson's Cure presents their Fourth Annual Walk to the Future  . .  a future without Parkinson's on Saturday, July 27th, from 10am to 3pm at the Edmonds-Woodway High School Stadium, 7600 212th SW, Edmonds 98026.

The day promises to be both fun and educational. There will be a dunk tank, games for the kids, face painting, prize drawings, band performances and lunch provided by Taco Time as well as informational booths provided by the Northwest Parkinson's Foundation and the Washington State Chapter of the American Parkinson's Disease Association.

Registration is $35 and includes lunch and a t-shirt. Children under 10 are free. ALL funds raised go to Parkinson's research, education and support. Details, Registrations, and Donations here

Event is being sponsored by Hensel Design Studios, Erickson Family Enterprises, Greenwood True Value, Haggen, Taco Time, Commercial Real Estate Advisors, Levy Investment Group, American Brewing Company, Greenwood, Ohlund & Co., The Bounty, Easy Monkey Taproom and To The Future.


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Shoreline Troop 325 members earn highest ranking of Eagle Scout

Troop 325 Eagle Scouts
Photo by Adam Buchanen


Troop 325 boy scouts don't just go on exciting adventures and learn to cook over a campfire, they work diligently and with purpose to complete all of the rank requirements to achieve the highest rank in Scouting, Eagle, by their 18th birthday.

The troop has had a high percentage of Eagle scouts over the years under the leadership of former Scoutmasters Gary Buck and Bob Plaag, and current Scoutmaster, Nancy Marx. Gary Buck is the current troop Eagle adviser. 

2013 Shorewood graduates and recent Eagle Scouts from Troop 325 are Austin Buchanen, Aaron Miller, Russell Marx, and Jonathan Gugger. 
Colin Eoff is also a 2013 Shorewood grad and previously received his Eagle rank. 
Zach Jacobsen also received the rank of Eagle in 2013 and will be graduating from King's High School next year.

Daniel Heath just completed his Eagle project this month, constructing a picnic area at Jacob's Well, a temporary shelter for women and children in Shoreline, and will be receiving his official Eagle rank soon.

Austin Springman is currently working to complete his Eagle requirements, while also being on staff at BSA Camp Brinkley this summer. Daniel and Austin will be graduating from Shorewood next June.

Scouts must complete 21 badges including required subjects like First Aid, Camping, Citizenship, and Wilderness Survival, as well as other areas of interest like Robotics, Rock Climbing, and Geology. In addition, scouts are required to do community service, perform leadership roles within the troop, learn basic skills, participate in outdoor activities, and go on at least one week long summer trip.

For more information, check out the Shoreline Troop 325 website.


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Full season of Shakespeare in Lynndale Park starts Wednesday

GreenStage performing A Midsummer's Night Dream

Shakespeare in the Park starts Wednesday, July 17, 7pm, Lynndale Park Amphitheater

Pack some snacks, bring a blanket and head on down to Lynndale Park, 18927 72nd Ave W, Lynnwood, for an evening of Shakespeare performed by professional theatre troupes Wooden O Theatre and GreenStage. Perfect for the whole family - rain or shine!

The first of six free performances will begin at 7pm, Wednesday, July 17, with an evening of Henry V performed by Wooden O. Be one of the first to arrive to enjoy free ice cream provided by Umpqua Bank for opening night. 

Enjoy five more performances throughout the summer at the Lynndale Park Amphitheater. All performances begin at 7pm and are free (suggested donation $5). 

Shakespeare in the Park is sponsored by the City of Lynnwood Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department, GreenStage, the Seattle Shakespeare Company, Umpqua Bank, LynnwoodToday.com, and Community Transit.   

For the full schedule, visit the Shakespeare in the Park webpage.


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Letters mailed to property owners impacted by Sound Transit plans



Early property owner notification has begun, with 75 individual meetings already accomplished

Letters were mailed out on June 16, 2013 to property owners potentially impacted by one or more route and station alternatives under review. The letters included an invitation for property owners to meet individually with staff. Staff began meeting with property owners on June 26 to discuss the project, the specific type of impact, route and station alternatives, real estate process and schedule. So far staff have met with over 75 property owners.

Early notice to property owners provides potentially impacted business and residents an opportunity to meet with staff to be informed about the project, specific impact and get all questions answered before the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is published and public hearings are scheduled. Each property owner should be prepared to provide feedback on the project when DEIS formal comment period begins.

Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS)

The DEIS for the project was recently approved by the Federal Transit Administration and is expected to be published and available for public review by the end of July. The DEIS will be soon be available for review online, at public libraries, at Sound Transit and by request.

DEIS open house and public hearings

Open house and public hearings are expected to be scheduled in mid-August once the formal comment period begins. Public meetings will be held in Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Shoreline and Northgate. Confirmed dates and times will be announced in the next few weeks. .

Questions?

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First Lady celebrates Kenmore's efforts to complete health and wellness goals

Photo by Christine Rhee, NLC

Last week, First Lady Michelle Obama hosted Kenmore Mayor David Baker at the White House, celebrating the outstanding efforts of Kenmore and other communities to complete health and wellness goals over the past year for Let’s Move! Cities, Towns and Counties (LMCTC). LMCTC calls upon local elected officials to adopt sustainable and holistic strategies that improve access to healthy, affordable food and opportunities for physical activity.

Since joining LMCTC, Kenmore’s Let’s Move! efforts include providing more opportunities for children to play outdoors in parks and working with the Northshore School District to ensure children have healthy food options in the schools' breakfast and lunch programs.   

“The League of Cities appreciates the support and energy of the First Lady for her tireless efforts to reduce the obesity epidemic facing our communities,” said National League of Cities’ Executive Director, Clarence Anthony. He continued, “We congratulate all the local elected officials who participated in the event and are playing an instrumental role in providing our nation’s children with a healthier future. When children grow up in cities, towns and counties that promote healthy development, they become productive and healthy adults, contributing to the prosperity of our communities.”

LMCTC is a major component of First Lady Michelle Obama’s comprehensive Let’s Move! initiative, which is dedicated to solving the childhood obesity epidemic within a generation. A total of 330 cities, towns and counties from 46 states and the District of Columbia, which collectively represent more than 56 million Americans, have committed to the initiative’s five goals. NLC has awarded more than 1,000 bronze, silver and gold “medals” to recognize local elected officials who have made progress in achieving these goals.
           
As part of LMCTC, local elected officials are working towards the following goals: 
  • Goal I: Start Early, Start Smart: Promoting best practices for nutrition, physical activity, and screen time in early care and education settings
  • Goal II: My Plate, Your Place: Prominently displaying MyPlate in all municipal or county venues where food is served
  • Goal III: Smart Servings for Students: Increasing participation in school breakfast and lunch programs
  • Goal IV: Model Food Service: Implementing healthy and sustainable food service guidelines that are aligned with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
  • Goal V: Active Kids at Play: Increasing opportunities for physical activity
NLC is working in partnership with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and with the support of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the National Association of Counties and other nonprofit organizations, to assist local elected officials who join LMCTC as they implement policy and environmental changes to prevent childhood obesity.  The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation has awarded NLC a grant to provide technical assistance to local elected officials working to create healthier communities and prevent childhood obesity, including sites participating in LMCTC.

Mayor David Baker is on the Board of Directors for the National League of Cities. While in Washington, D.C., Mayor Baker also worked to further Kenmore’s federal legislative priorities, including transportation funding, and funding for dredging the Kenmore Navigation Channel.

For more information about LMCTC and City of Kenmore’s accomplishments, visit Healthy Cities.

The National League of Cities is dedicated to helping city leaders build better communities. NLC is a resource and advocate for 19,000 cities, towns and villages, representing more than 218 million Americans.


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