King County Council starts work on “Living Wage” policy

Saturday, February 8, 2014

Metropolitan King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski, Chair of the Council’s Transportation, Economy and Environment (TrEE) Committee, has authored and introduced a motion this week proposing a living wage policy for King County.

“I am committed to using every tool, deploying every proven strategy -- as well as trying new ones -- and leveraging all resources of this powerful government to combat poverty in King County,” said Dembowski. “We must clear away the hurdles between our residents and the promise of America, and a good-paying job is the best means to that end. This living wage policy will help many residents rise out of the ranks of the working poor and cross the threshold of the American Dream.”

Motion 2014-0058 proposes that the County Council adopt a policy “that a living wage should be paid to county employees and to the employees of persons, businesses, organizations and other entities that receive procurement contracts, tax exemptions or credits or other financial or programmatic benefits from King County.”

“King County’s Strategic Plan includes a commitment to Equity and Social Justice,” said Council Chair Larry Phillips, a co-sponsor of the legislation. “This proposal is putting that commitment into action by asking those who contract with the County to pay their employees a wage that will allow them to live and thrive in this County.”

“I am eager to take on a justice issue of our time. Hard working King County residents who continue to struggle to make ends meet deserve better,” said Council Vice Chair Joe McDermott, who chairs the Budget and Fiscal Management Committee.

Under the motion, the Council would direct the County Executive prepare a report and  present to the Council legislation to carry out the living wage policy no later than Labor Day, September 1, 2014. The report and legislation would address the benefits of setting a minimum level of compensation, exemptions to consider, fiscal impact, and whether the County should set a minimum wage for unincorporated King County and at the King County International Airport.

Fifty years after President Johnson declared war on poverty, many King County residents continue to struggle to make ends meet. According to the United States Department of Labor, women and people of color are disproportionately impacted by stagnate wages and the rising cost of meeting basic needs.

The current minimum wage for the State of Washington of $9.32 per hour is 42 percent less than a living wage (wages sufficient to meet a family’s basic needs without public assistance, and provide for some ability to meet emergencies) for a single adult and 58 percent less than a living wage for a single adult with a school-age child according to a December 2013 report by the Alliance for a Just Society. In its self-sufficiency standard for Washington State (2011), the Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County reported that Washington State’s minimum wage is insufficient to meet the basic needs of working families.

“Working people across King County have been left behind by employers that fail to keep the promise that a day's work will lead to success,” said SEIU Healthcare 775NW President David Rolf. “When government lifts wages to a living wage, everyone benefits. Workers are able to feed their families, pay rent and save; and local businesses make more because the workers have money to spend. That’s why SEIU members across the state and around the country are supporting these kinds of living wage efforts and we applaud Councilmember Dembowski for his leadership in introducing this legislation.”

"Income inequality is a primary factor in the destruction of the American middle class,” said David Freiboth, Executive Secretary of M.L. King County Labor Council. “Actions like this not only contribute to addressing this threat but also raise the general awareness that an out of control market economy is robbing future generations of a fair chance to live the American dream.”

The 2014 work program for the Transportation, Economy & Environment Committee prioritizes advancing policies that combat poverty in King County. This legislation represents one step in that policy agenda. The TrEE committee will hold hearings, take public input, and work with Executive Constantine to finalize and implement the proposed living wage policy in the coming months.

Read more about this legislation on the King County Council’s LEGISEARCH system -- type in “2014-0058”


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Chamber membership luncheon Wednesday, Feb 12, with Shoreline City Manager Debbie Tarry


Membership Luncheon, Wed. , Feb. 12, 11:45am, Shoreline Center, Alumni Room, $20, RSVP
Speaker:  Debbie Tarry, Shoreline City Manager

Our new Shoreline City Manager, Debbie Tarry, will be updating us on the latest news for the City of Shoreline.

We will also be holding our Chamber Board Elections at this luncheon. 

RSVP is required before Tuesday, Feb. 11, for members and visitors so we can order lunches from our Caterer, Special Occasions.To reserve your spot for lunch send an email to the Chamber and Sharon will confirm your reservation, or register on-line with a credit card.

Note: If you need to cancel your reservation you must let the office know before the deadline to avoid being charged.  If you do not have a reservation you will be seated on a space available basis.


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Shorewood girls end season with 54-42 home loss to Stanwood

Shorewood’s girls basketball team honored the two seniors on the squad,
Carrie Jensen (left) and Salyna McDonald.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

The Shorewood girls' basketball team finished its season with a 54-42 home loss to Stanwood.

The loss left Shorewood with a 5-8 Wesco 3A record (11-9 overall) and a tie for fourth in the Wesco 3A South with Meadowdale (5-8, 7-13), but Meadowdale won the fourth Wesco 3A South position in the Northwest District 3A tournament because Meadowdale defeated the Thunderbirds twice during the league season.

Shorewood’s Lily Gustafson shoots from inside the lane.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

In the 54-42 loss to Stanwood, Shorewood led 13-8 after the first quarter, 26-18 at halftime and 33-29 after three quarters before Stanwood outscored the Thunderbirds 25-9 in the final period. Lily Gustafson led the T-birds with 19 points.

Earlier, Shorewood had lost a Tuesday game at Glacier Peak, 44-28. The Thunderbirds trailed 9-8 after the first quarter, 17-11 at halftime and 33-15 after three quarters before cutting the lead slightly in the final period. Gustafson led Shorewood with 12 points, and teammate Danica Bernabe added 10.

Shorewood guard Danica Bernabe shoots from the top of the lane.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

The T-birds had lost a Friday home game to Mountlake Terrace, 65-54. Shorewood trailed 18-15 after the first quarter, 34-32 at halftime and 48-45 after three quarters, before the Hawks blew the game open in the final period. Gustafson led the Thunderbirds with 19 points; Bernabe scored 11; and Karrin Leazer added 10.

Shorewood had lost a Wednesday, Jan. 29, game at Meadowdale, 49-46. The T-birds trailed 19-6 after the first quarter, 32-18 at halftime and 42-28 after three quarters before an 18-7 fourth-quarter Shorewood run fell short. Leazer led the Thunderbirds with 16 points and Gustafson followed with 9.

The Shorewood junior varsity lost to Meadowdale 32-27, defeated Mountlake Terrace 45-31, lost to Glacier Peak 68-41 and defeated Stanwood 50-46 to finish its season with a 9-4 Wesco 3A record (14-5 overall).

Thunderbird Taryn Shelley and Spartan Samantha Powell battle for a rebound.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore


STANWOOD VARSITY 54 SHOREWOOD 42
At Shorewood High School, Thursday, Feb. 6

Stanwood ----- 8 10 11 25 -- 54
Shorewood -- 13 13   7   9 -- 42

Shorewood Scoring: Salyna McDonald 5, Mica Morgan 4, Abby Gustafson 2, Jasmine Porter 0, Carrie Jensen 0, Lily Gustafson 19, Danica Bernabe 0, Karrin Leazer 6, Taryn Shelley 6.

GLACIER PEAK VARSITY 44 SHOREWOOD 28
At Glacier Peak High School, Tuesday, Feb. 4

Shorewood ---- 8 3   4 13 -- 28
Glacier Peak -- 9 8 16 11 -- 44

Shorewood Scoring: Salyna McDonald 1, Mika Morgan 0, Abby Gustafson 3, Jasmine Pollard 0, Lily Gustafson 12, Danica Bernabe 10, Karrin Leazer 0, T. Shelley 2.

MOUNTLAKE TERRACE VARSITY 65 SHOREWOOD 56
At Shorewood High School, Friday, Jan. 31

Mountlake Terrace -- 18 16 14 17--65
Shorewood ----------- 15 17 13   9--54

Shoreline Scoring; Kayla Bradley 3, McDonald 2, Morgan 0, A. Gustafson 3, Pollard 0, L. Gustafson 19, Bernabe 11, Leazer 10, Shelley 6.

MEADOWDALE VARSITY 49 SHOREWOOD 46
At Meadowdale High School, Wednesday, Jan. 29

Shorewood ---- 6 12 10 18 -- 46
Meadowdale --19 13 10  7 -- 49

Shorewood Scoring: Bradley 6, McDonald 2, Morgan 0, A. Gustafson 3, Pollard 2, L. Gustafson 9, Bernabe 6, Leazer 16, Shelley 2.

VARSITY BASKETBALL STANDINGS

Wesco 3A South ....... Conf. (Overall)
*Glacier Peak ............... 11-2 (18-2)
**Mountlake Terrace . 11-2 (16-4)
*Shorecrest .................. 10-3 (15-5)
Shorewood .................... 5-8 (11-9)
*Meadowdale ................ 5-8 (7-13)

Wesco 3A North
**Everett ........................ 9-5 (13-7)
*Stanwood ..................... 8-4 (11-9)
*Marysville-Pilchuck ...... 4-9 (7-13)
Marysville Getchell ..... 1-11' (4-15')
Oak Harbor ................. 0-12' (0-19')
Northwest Conference 3A
**Ferndale ................. 9-2' (15-4')

'Thursday game not reported

*Qualified for Northwest District 3A tournament (top three teams in each Wesco division and two more teams based on conference record)
**Host teams for first-round tournament games Wednesday, Feb. 12 (two Wesco division champions, Wesco runner-up with best conference record, and either second best Wesco runner-up or Ferndale of the Northwest 3A/2A/1A Conference, depending on conference record)



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Kidstock! Free family event Saturday at Edmonds Center for the Arts

Friday, February 7, 2014


Kidstock! 2014
Saturday, February 8, 2014, 9:30am - 2:30pm
All Ages - Free Admission

Kidstock! is a free, annual family event at ECA that features musical performances, theatre, arts education workshops, and activities for kids. Bring the whole family and join us for a day of creativity and fun! This year, the ECA Main Stage will host Tim Noah, The Not-Its!, Alex Zerbe (juggling), and Aaron Nigel Smith.

Performances by Book-It Repertory Theatre (The Phantom Tollbooth) and Thistle Theatre (Mrs. Periwinkle and Possum), as well as face-painting, food concessions, hula hoops, bouncy houses, and a Seattle Shakespeare Company costume photo booth!

Register for Kidstock! online,  or call the ECA box office 425-275-9595.

On the Main Stage
9:45-10:30: Tim Noah
11:00-11:45: Alex Zerbe Juggling
12:15-1:00: The Not-Its!
1:30-2:15: Aaron Nigel Smith

Theatre, Live! (2nd floor, Center Classroom)
10:00-10:45: The Phantom Tollbooth (Book-It Repertory Theatre) (Gr. K-6)
11:15-12:00: Book-it Repertory Theatre's "Themes in Motion" Workshop (Gr. K-2)
1:00-2:00: Mrs. Periwinkle and Possum (Thistle Theatre) (Ages 3+)


Kidstock! is made possible with the generous support of: The Rotary Club of Edmonds, Edmonds Arts Commission, King’s Schools, Barclay Shelton Dance Centre, and Union Bank

**Schedule subject to change. Please note that Theatre, Live! events are first-come, first served.


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Shoreline Community College picks four finalists for position of president

Dr. Shoubee Liaw, Chair of the SCC Board of Trustees, announced the four finalists for the position of SCC president.

"After an extensive national search, the Shoreline Community College Board of Trustees is pleased to announce four finalist candidates for the position of president. That this position attracted such top-caliber candidates is a testament to the quality of the college and the work and the many accomplishments contributed by staff and faculty."

Candidates (in alphabetical order):

Dr. Warren Brown
Dr. Warren Brown - Dr. Brown currently serves as Executive Vice President for Instruction and Student Services at Seattle Central Community College. He previously served as Dean for Student Learning at Cascadia Community College. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Washington, a Master of Science in Speech Communication from Portland State University, and a Doctor of Education in Higher Education Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Washington.

Paula T. Langteau
Paula T. Langteau – Ms. Langteau is currently Campus Dean and CEO at the University of Wisconsin-Marinette, a position she’s held since 2004. Langteau came to UW-Marinette from Nicolet Area Technical College in Rhinelander, Wis., where she was Dean of Instruction. Prior to serving at Nicolet, she was the Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning at Georgia Perimeter College, Atlanta, Ga. Langteau received a B.A., Eureka College, Eureka, Ill., earned an M.A. and has completed Ph.D. coursework at Ball State University, Muncie, Ind.

Dr. Cheryl Roberts
Dr. Cheryl Roberts – Dr. Roberts currently serves as President of Chemeketa Community College, a multi-campus college based in Salem, Ore. She previously served as Vice President for Instruction at South Seattle Community College. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Seattle University, a Master of Arts in Student Personnel Administration in Higher Education from Ohio State University and a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership from Seattle University. 

Dr. Dennis Rome
Dr. Dennis Rome – Dr. Rome currently serves as the Associate Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs for the University of Wisconsin-Parkside in Kenosha, Wis. He previously served as the Chair of the Department of Criminal Justice for the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Bradley University, Peoria, Ill., a Master of Arts in Sociology from Howard University, Washington, D.C., and a Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology from Washington State University.

Each candidate will participate in open public forums on Shoreline’s campus in early March. These forums are open to faculty, administrators, staff, students and the general public.

The process should be completed by early to mid-March followed by deliberation by the board and an announcement of the next president.

Shoreline Community College is located at 16101 Greenwood Ave. North, Shoreline, WA 98133-5696, 206-546-4101.


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25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee now playing at Seattle Musical Theatre


THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE 
Music and Lyrics by William Finn
Book by Rachel Sheinkin
Conceived by Rebecca Feldman
Additional Material by Jay Reiss 

Follow six young people on their hilarious journey to realize their dream—to become a spelling bee champion! Fraught with the woes of puberty, these youngsters struggle to become the best, but ultimately learn that winning isn't everything and that losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. 
Winner of the Tony Award for Best Book of a Musical and nominated for many others, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee will leave a smile on everyone’s face as this quirky yet charming cast of outsiders demonstrate how they can stand out and fit in at the same time.

February 7, 2014 at 7:30pm
February 8, 2014 at 7:30pm
February 9, 2014 at 2:00pm

February 14, 2014 at 7:30pm
February 15, 2014 at 7:30pm
February 16, 2014 at 2:00pm

February 20, 2014 at 7:30pm
February 21, 2014 at 7:30pm 
February 22, 2014 at 7:30pm
February 23, 2014 at 2:00pm
  

Seattle Musical Theatre is located in Magnuson Park
on Sand Point Way,
7120 62nd AVE NE, Seattle, WA 98115


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Shoreline Fire congratulates new recruits


Five new recruits graduated from Shoreline's Fire Academy on Thursday, February 6, 2014. Mark Merlino, Jonni Hill, Keenan Miles, Ruslan Cherkasskikh, Mitchell Larson.


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Homes sold in Lake Forest Park during January 2014

Homes sold in Lake Forest Park during January 2014 with actual examples in each price category.

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How cold is it?

Thursday, February 6, 2014

Frozen Fountain
February 6, 2014
Photo by Lee Lageschulte

That's how cold it is! The fountain at Shoreline City Hall froze. Not the first time this has happened, but probably the most thorough icing, particularly since this is a daytime photo. Thanks to photographer Lee Lageschulte, who was outside in the cold getting this shot to share with Shoreline Area News readers.


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Seahawks parade photos

Photo by Geoff Vlcek

If you consider that the entire population of Seattle - man, woman, and child - was on 4th Avenue for the Seahawks parade on Wednesday, and the entire population of Shoreline - and Lake Forest Park - there would still be room within the 750,000 estimate for Kenmore.

Contributing photographer Geoff Vlcek was in the middle of it, as seen by these photos of the history-making event. For those who want more Seahawk info, HistoryLink has a whole page of articles - here.

Photo by Geoff Vlcek
Pete and Glena Carroll
Photo by Geoff Vlcek

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Shorewood Gymnastics team qualifies to districts

2014 Shoreline Cup and Sub District Champions- Shorewood

On Saturday February 1, at Cascade Elite Gymnastics in Mountlake Terrace, the Shorewood Varsity Gymnastics team dominating in the two meet event.

Two meets were running simultaneously:

  • 2014 Shoreline Cup (cross town rivalry meet Shorewood vs Shorecrest) and
  • 2014 Sub-District Meet

(District qualifying meet: Shorewood, Shorecest, Sehome, Squalicum and Bellingham).

“The gymnasts have been working really hard to add difficulty to their routines and get the fewest deductions from the skill performed.” said Shorewood Head Coach Susan Riley. “Their hard work really showed tonight!”
  
Shoreline Cup Results

1)      Shorewood 141.975
2)      Shorecrest 127.15

All Around
1) Diana Catinas  SW 31.7
2) Juliet Fisher   SW 29.05
3) Stephanie Spee  SW 29.06

Vault
1) Georgia Bonelli  SC 8.15
2) Catinas   SW 8.05
3) Spee   SW  7.85

Bars
1) Catinas  SW 6.9
2) Fisher   SW 6.425
3) Spee  SW  6.35

Beam
1) Catinas  SW 7.75
2) Fisher   SW  7.4
3) Spee  SW 7.3

Floor
1) Catinas 9.0
2) Bonelli  SC   SC 7.8
3) Fisher  7.55

Sub-Districts Results
Top Team to Districts

All Around
1) Maddi Krussow SQ 33.45
2) Diana Catina's SW 31.7
3) Catalina Gibbons SH 30.875

Vault
1) Krussow SQ 8.65
2) Gibbons SH 8.2
3) Giorgia Bonelli SC 8.15

Bars
1) Krussow SQ 7.75
2) Gibbons SH 7.125
3) Catinas SW 6.9

Beam
1) Krussow SQ 7.8
2) Catina's SW 7.75
3) Ariel MCGavock Bell 7.65

Floor
1) Krussow SQ 9.25
2) Catinas SW 9.0
3) Gibbons SH 8.0

Other Awards/Honors received by Shorewood Gymnasts

* 3rd Annual Dick and Diane Chapman Shorewood Gymnastics Scholarship: Juliet Fisher
*1st Team All League:  Diana Catinas, Juliet Fisher, and  Stephanie Spee
*2nd Team All League: Morgan Ramsden
*All League Honorable Mention: Elly Anderson and Megan Catey

*All League Academic Team (Juniors/Seniors 3.5 GPA  or higher): Diana Catina, Juliet Fisher, Stephanie Spee, Morgan Ramsden, Sophie Sandos, Olivia Berry

Shorewood gymnasts move on to the District meet on February 15 at Mt Si High School and will compete at 1:10pm. Top teams and gymnasts will be competing for the opportunity to move onto the State meet at the Tacoma Dome on February 21-22.


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Boys' State: An opportunity for learning and fun for male high school juniors

2013 Boys' State participants

The American Legion Post 227 in Shoreline, Washington is seeking two male high school juniors to attend Washington Evergreen Boys State at Warm Beach Resort, June 22-28, 2014.

The boys selected should be enrolled at one of the following schools: Shorecrest, Shoreline Christian, Shorewood, or Kings; however, other local schools will be considered. The expenses of the boys selected will be paid by the American Legion Post 227.

At Evergreen State Boys State, founded in 1935, boys learn the rights, privileges and responsibilities of citizens. They receive training on the structure of city, county and state governments.

After campaigning and being elected to various offices, Boys State participants conduct legislative sessions and court proceedings. They participate in law-enforcement presentations, assemblies, bands, choruses and recreational programs. Past participants report having fun while developing leadership skills and learning how government functions.

If you are interested or for more information, contact: Raymond W. Coffey, American Legion Boys State Post Chairman, 206-367-8167, Cell: 206-510-8428, email.


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WeatherWatcher: Cold Snap, and the S Word


There has been a lot of cold air in the area lately, this entire week really. Since the cold air has arrived in the region again there has been a lot of talk about the S word. Getting the hopes up of many school children and striking fear into the hearts of most adults around here. Even I am guilty of talking about snow on my weather station website for those who have been checking it.

Uncertainty in the forecasts and various models out there has been causing many many different stories on what might happen this weekend. It's not the predictable snow events I often worry about, it's the ones that are so uncertain that have my ear to the ground on the weather, and are often the most surprising snow events we get.

So, here's the story so far on our winter weather threat. Our cold is going to continue, lows in the low 20's and teens, highs making it to the upper 20's, maybe 30, if we're lucky. Saturday might be slightly warmer but I suspect we will stay below freezing. Sunday is when we will warm up above freezing in theory. I'll have more on this on my weekly weather report.

Precipitation may not be significant due to the jet stream sticking way to the south of us. This is actually the reason for our cold air.

A good rule to follow and in most situations proves true. Jet stream north of us = sunny warm weather. Jet stream south of us = sunny cold weather. Jet stream over us = wet and stormy weather. It's that fine balance of the jet stream wiggling over us and south of us that contributes to snow events here. 

For those who may not know, the jet stream is a high speed river of air at about 30,000-50,000 feet in the atmosphere moving at about 150-300 miles per hour. Most storms travel along this atmospheric river. The good thing about our cold weather? California is getting much needed relief for their drought right now.

Some forecasters, such as the National Weather Service, are expecting some steady moderate snow to develop Friday evening and Saturday, with a gradual changeover to rain Sunday afternoon. Still no accumulations listed, however, due to once again, our friend 'uncertain models'. Other forecasters are predicting no precipitation, which means no snow, or rain until Sunday. There is as much of a chance that we might not see any precipitation at all until Monday, as there is that we have a major snow with several inches on the ground, according to forecasters.

Bottom line, be prepared for winter weather, it's very possible right now. It's still too uncertain with this weather pattern as to what will actually happen and I will be providing more updates as things become more certain.

As always, check for updates at my Shoreline Weather website. I have a twitter feed there that I will keep up to date as best as I can. I will be writing up another article if things become significantly more certain and if any watches or warnings are issued.


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Shoreline men’s steady play was not enough to knock off 2nd place Bellevue

Photo by Wilson Tsoi
By Drew Raher

The Dolphins fought and scrapped for the entire forty minutes, but in the end the 86-70 Bulldogs victory could be attributed to their advantage inside the painted area. The frontcourt combination of Austin O’Keefe and Anthony McLaughlin scored 23 points apiece and totaled 21 rebounds to offset the aggressive full court Shoreline defense that pestered an uncomfortable Bellevue team the whole evening.

The Dolphins remained neck-and-neck against the Bulldogs for the majority of the first half until Bellevue pulled away in the waning minutes to take a 43-33 lead into the locker room. The Bulldogs rode McLaughlin’s 12 points and O’Keefe’s ability to score inside and out during the first period. 

On the other hand, Shoreline’s Earl Thompson (So, Las Vegas, NV) carried the load as he tallied 13 first half points in only 15 minutes of play. Gage Carroll (So, Shoreline, WA) came off the bench to spark the Dolphins with two longs three pointers that would help spread out the Bellevue zone defense for the rest of the half.

Shoreline used accurate and timely passes to split Bellevue’s defense on multiple possessions. Thompson was typically the recipient of those passes as he manned the baseline.

The second period continued in a back-and-forth affair with the Bulldogs maintaining a double digit lead, though it felt like Shoreline was always in striking distance. Around the 6 minute mark the Dolphins trailed by 17 points, but used pressure, trapping defense to jolt themselves right back into the game.

Shoreline would finally cut into the double-digit deficit and would get as close as 6 points behind some timely scoring from Ryan Reyes (Fr, Kalihi Valley, HI) and Artez Scharer (So, Seattle, WA). Austin Jordt (Fr, Big Fork, MT) was also inserted during crunch time and swiped two passes, which resulted in a Thompson slam. Bellevue, though, pulled away in the final minutes as they went to the charity stripe 41 times and knocked down 78% of those tries that sealed the deal.

The Dolphins were led by Thompson’s game-high 32 points on 46% shooting. He scored in a variety of ways, whether it was off the dribble or on a pull-up jumper, Thompson was determined to keep his team in the game; the rest of the Dolphins responded in similar fashion. Carroll contributed 12 points off the bench as the only other double-digit scorer.

Shoreline Community College (4-17, 0-9) will travel to face Olympic College on Saturday.

Stat of the Night: Earl Thompson has now scored over 30 points five times on the season and ranks 8th in the NWAACC in total points.

Complete Dolphins schedule and results are available on the Athletics website. Watch all games on YouTube. Follow on Twitter and like on Facebook for daily Dolphin updates.


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Shooting struggles doom Dolphin women at home

Photo by Wilson Tsoi
By Drew Raher

Bellevue College used 54% shooting in the second half to run away 83-31 on Wednesday night as the Dolphins could not muster much on the offensive end. The Bulldogs started the game on a 22-2 run as Bellevue built a comfortable cushion midway through the opening half. The Dolphins would respond though as Magen Lloyd (Fr, Salt Lake City, UT) came off the bench to score six of the first eight points for Shoreline in the contest. Lloyd would add four rebounds to spark the Dolphins, while fellow freshman Cecilee Fernandez (Fr, Renton, WA) added four points in only seven minutes off the Shoreline bench.

Bellevue was led by their dynamic front court duo of Jori Hall and Alexis Berrysmith who combined to score 22 points and 11 rebounds in the first period. The two post players were recipients of timely passes and a flurry of paint catches. The Bulldogs finished the first half shooting at a 34% clip, while the Dolphins had trouble finding any rhythm offensively en route to 16% shooting from the floor.

The second half opened the same way the first half began with the Bulldogs scoring in bunches as Bellevue scored the first 14 points of the period. Kaitlynn Bunger could not miss coming out of the locker room as she tallied 17 of her game high 19 points in the second half.

The Dolphins would continue to fight as the game neared completion. Hannah Stanger (So, Murtaugh, ID) and Chelsea Padgett (So, Johnston, SC) came off the bench for the Dolphins to score six points each and contribute to the swarming defense that Shoreline finished the game with. 

Bellevue controlled the second half from start to finish as the Dolphins were stymied on the offensive end mostly due to Shoreline’s inability to control the basketball. The Dolphins were plagued by 28 turnovers, which limited their chances even more to earn quality looks at the basket. The other difference was ball movement. Bellevue finished with 20 assists for their 34 total buckets, while Shoreline could only manage to dish out seven assists.

The Bulldogs were led by Bunger’s season high 19 points. Berrysmith and Hall cooled off in the second half as they sat for the majority of the half finishing with 14 and 12 points respectively. 

Shoreline’s Fernandez paved the way with a team-high eight points, going perfect from the charity stripe. Lloyd and Padgett chipped in six points apiece. Justice Perry (Fr, Skyway, WA) led the charge in rebounding with 9 boards, four of those coming on the offensive end. Bianca Benavides (So, Tukwila, WA) dished out two assists and played a solid all-around game from the point guard position.

Shoreline Community College (4-14, 2-7) will look to right the ship on the road when they travel to face Olympic College Saturday February 8th. The two teams met previously on January 11th and it was a nail-biter of a game. Olympic College escaped with an 85-81 victory in triple OT.

Stat of the Night: Cecilee Fernandez scored a season-high 8 points to lead the way for the Dolphins and added energy off the bench, a quality she typically provides for Shoreline each game.

Complete Dolphins schedule and results are available on the Athletics website. Watch all games on YouTube. Follow on Twitter and like on Facebook for daily Dolphin updates.­­­­­


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Home sales in Shoreline during January 2014

Homes sold in Shoreline in January 2014, with an actual example from each price category.

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Free seminar with Dr. Robert Anda, principal designer of CDC's ACE study

Tuesday, February 25, 1-4pm. Registration required.

Ryther and the Comprehensive Health Education Foundation are proud to present Dr. Robert Anda, one of the two co-founders of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Adverse Childhood Experience Study.

In the early 1990’s, Dr. Anda began a collaboration with Dr. Vincent Felitti at Kaiser Permanente in San Diego to investigate child abuse as an underlying cause of medical, social, and public health problems. This effort led to a large-scale study funded by the CDC to track the effects of childhood trauma on health through life, called the Adverse Childhood Experiences Study (ACE Study).

Dr. Anda played a principal role in the design of the study, and serves as its co-principal investigator.

Response Panel will follow Dr. Anda’s presentation. The panel will be facilitated by Laura Porter, Senior Director, ACEs Learning Institute at the Community Health Education Foundation.

This free event will provide the community an opportunity to discuss with Dr. Anda the implications from the ACE study to pediatric health care, behavioral health, and family support. 

Register via this link. There is no charge for this event, which is sponsored by Ryther.

Or you may RSVP to Jane Chemodanova or 425-361-2118 ext 3. More information on ACE’s can be found at Robert Anda MD , ACES too high , Check your own ACE score here., and CDC ACE study.


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Flags at half-staff Friday

Governor Inslee is deeply saddened by the death of U.S. Air Force Captain Christopher Stover, 28, of Vancouver, and directs that Washington State and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff in his memory on Sunday, February 9, 2014.  Captain Stover died on January 7 during a training flight along the English coast.

Flags may be lowered at the close of business on Friday, February 7, 2014, and should remain at half-staff until the end of the day on February 9 or first thing Monday morning, February 10, 2014.

Other government entities, citizens and businesses are encouraged to join this recognition.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, February 9 at 2:00 pm at the Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in east Vancouver.


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Public transportation agencies thank thousands of riders for their patience during record day of ridership



Public transportation teamwork moved unprecedented number of Seahawks fans and commuters 

The Puget Sound region pulled off a blitz of its own Wednesday as Seattle played host to the biggest victory party the Northwest has ever seen – and public transportation executed its plays mobilizing every available resource to get people to the parade and rally.

It’s estimated more than 700,000 fans traveled downtown — a higher turnout than the city’s entire population. It was the largest turnout for any event in the state’s history — and by far a record single day for transit ridership.

An event of this scale and magnitude required immense coordination and teamwork between City of Seattle, police, transit, emergency response personnel and event organizers.

It also required the 12th Man and commuters alike to pack a lot of patience as they faced long lines and delays. Every transit agency that played a role in the historic event appreciates the good spirit and understanding that was on full display during Wednesday’s celebration.

From the early morning hours, buses, trains, ferries and water taxis were filled to capacity as Seahawks fans all across the region descended on downtown Seattle to welcome home the Seahawks and celebrate one of the most impressive wins in Super Bowl history. And the agencies kept service moving until the last group of partygoers headed home that evening.

From the start, it was all hands on deck for transit. Every possible resource was deployed to help keep people moving. More buses were on the street – including buses loaned from neighboring transit districts. And more train and water taxi service helped get people in and out of the downtown core.

Despite the crushing demand, the transit agencies worked behind the scenes to coordinate resources to ensure they could safely carry the maximum number of riders possible and keep the region’s transportation system moving. 

Transit by the numbers – an early look at what they did:

King County Metro Transit

Metro, one of the 10 largest transit systems in the country, carries about 400,000 people on a typical weekday. On Wednesday, daily commuters and Seahawks fans filled buses to capacity to downtown Seattle before and after the parade. In all, there were about 1,200 Metro and Sound Transit buses on the streets, including at least 85 additional buses that made 300 or more additional bus trips throughout the day. Bus drivers reported hundreds of full buses – about 20 times as many as a typical weekday. Detailed ridership estimates are not yet available.

Closing Fourth Avenue for the parade forced 33 Metro routes to be detoured much of the day and affected nearly 100 Metro routes serving downtown Seattle. Metro also pitched in and sent eight buses to carry riders from Tukwila, Kent and Auburn rail stations.

Metro’s website had double to triple the daily traffic— 65,000 and 70,000 visits Tuesday and Wednesday, compared to a weekday typical 26,000. The transit alerts page had more than 18,000 visits over those two days compared to a daily average of 62. Metro answered about 4,000 calls at the call center, about twice as many as usual.

Sound Transit

Sound Transit marked its busiest day ever. Early estimates put regional train and bus ridership around 200,000. As more data is collected, it appears that number may grow. Average weekday ridership is typically around 105,000.

Link light rail services operated at maximum capacity into downtown Seattle from about 6 a.m. Southbound service remained full through the evening rush hours, pushing total estimated ridership to more than 75,000. Through a strong partnership with King County Metro Transit, Sound Transit put all available trains into service, with trains arriving at stations about every six minutes. During the afternoon Sound Transit for the first time deployed several four-car trains which can carry up to 800 passengers.

Sounder commuter rail carried somewhere around 20,000 passengers into downtown Seattle during the morning, and a similar number of return trips in the afternoon. To accommodate the unprecedented ridership the agency ran one extra southline Sounder train in the morning and two extra trains in the afternoon and evening. Some northline trains operated with extra cars into and out of downtown Seattle.

Morning Sounder service proved the most challenging, since many southline trains were full by the time they left Tacoma. One northline train was full by the time it reached Edmonds. Passengers endured long waits in the cold before they could board, and an unknown number were not able to board. Sound Transit worked with Pierce Transit, Metro and Community Transit to serve some of these riders on backup buses.

ST Express bus services into Seattle also ran at capacity throughout the day and into the evening rush hours, with Pierce Transit, Community Transit and Metro providing added buses and operators to help meet demand. While detailed estimates are not yet available ST Express buses generate nearly 60,000 passenger trips on an average weekday, and yesterday’s ridership substantially exceeded that level.

Community Transit

Community Transit and Sound Transit combined service to Seattle served more than 22,500 passengers, according to preliminary numbers. That is about 5,000 more passengers or 23 percent higher ridership than on a typical weekday.

Combined, the two agencies provided an extra 50 trips into and out of Seattle to meet demand. Most of these buses had in excess of 100 passengers, nearly half of them standing. Community Transit also saw an increase of its local service in Snohomish County as riders took local buses to their Seattle connections. In all, there were a record 55,000 passenger trips in Snohomish County yesterday provided by Community Transit and Sound Transit.

Pierce Transit

Pierce Transit began preparations for the Seattle Seahawks Parade Day support as early as Monday, Feb. 3, when the Maintenance Department began the process of putting 25 additional coaches into service. The agency opened its Emergency Operations Center first thing on Feb. 5 to manage the anticipated service impacts, including stationing a service supervisor and incident commander in Seattle to coordinate efforts and improve communications with Base Operations in Tacoma.

In addition to the regular Sound Transit coaches staffed by Pierce Transit Operators, Pierce Transit provided 28 additional trips to help with overflow crowds. There were capacity loads and long lines at all major stops. Lines circled the building at Tacoma Dome Station where supervisors estimated between 6,500 and 8,500 more passengers than normal boarded for Seattle between 7 a.m. and noon on Feb. 5. These estimates do not include Sounder service.

Every available transit operator and service supervisor was engaged in the effort to get people to and from their destinations as quickly as possible, and Pierce Transit Police and security officers assisted with crowd control throughout the day. After all, it was a very special day for our region, and Pierce Transit was glad to support our Championship Seattle Seahawks.

Kitsap transit

To ensure that bus passengers could claim their spot in the growing throng of fans waiting at the Bremerton Ferry Terminal Wednesday morning, Kitsap Transit moved arriving buses from its transit deck to a location at the end of the snaking line. Kitsap Transit ran standing loads morning and afternoon on buses serving the Bremerton and Bainbridge Island Ferry Terminals and on foot ferry serving Bremerton. The largest available buses were put into service across the system to handle the crowds. Three additional operators and buses were added to evening service and staff was added to direct weary fans to their buses as they arrived back in Kitsap County.

Intercity Transit

Intercity Transit (Thurston County) reported full Express buses beginning with the first northbound trip from downtown Olympia at 4:12 a.m. Standing rides were reported throughout the day on routes connecting to Sound and Pierce transit service and Sounder rail service. The agency provided two buses and drivers to help support overflow travel demand between Seattle and Tacoma.

King County Water Taxi

There was record ridership on the West Seattle Water Taxi, which boosted its midday sailings and carried about 4,600 passengers – more than 10 times the average January 2014 weekday tally of 416. There were 32 roundtrip sailings compared to 13 on a typical weekday. Running its normal schedule, the Vashon Water Taxi carried 928 passengers Wednesday, an almost 20 percent increase over typical daily volumes.




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The 2014 Northwest Flower and Garden Show: Art in Bloom


By Jennifer Rotermund
Photos by Loren Alexanian

Nature inspires me. In fact, I’m notorious for bringing home tree branches curved naturally into whimsical shapes or bundles of ornamental grasses that I’ve cut back with the intention of braiding them into a wreath. I look at a garden and see endless potential for artistic expression. It makes sense; humans are inextricably connected to nature. We cannot help but feel that pull and be inspired.

The 2014 Northwest Flower and Garden Show has begun, and it runs through this Sunday. The theme for this year is “Art in Bloom,” so, of course, there is something for everyone. Classes on every hot topic an avid Seattle gardener would want to know are packed into every hour of every day of the show. Booths filled with gorgeous garden art, tools, books, clothes, and everything else you can think of for every budget size are available at wonderful “in show” discounts.


But it’s the show gardens that always draw us in. Just when we’re ready for Spring, here are flowers as far as the eye can see arranged in ways we’ve never thought of before. After all, that is the artist’s true skill, correct? This year’s garden show designers delight us with interpretations of art in the garden that take us to Mexico City, the Far East, or simply that dream backyard we imagine with the cute little work shed or tranquil seating area. There are whimsical bird houses and a wide variety of water features creatively surrounded by colorful Spring flowers, shrubs with brightly colored bark and every texture of conifer you can imagine.


The show runs from February 5 through February 9 at the Washington State Convention Center. The hours are 9am to 8pm Wednesday through Saturday and 9am to 6pm on Sunday. Ticket prices are $22 for an all-day pass for an adult and $31 for a two-day pass, $5 for youth ages 13 - 17, and children 12 and younger may attend for free.

If you are feeling weary from Winter, or would simply like a break from the freezing temperatures and their effect on your garden, come on over to the Flower and Garden Show for some inspiration, a burst of creativity and a well-deserved infusion of Spring.    


And, for you plant geeks who attend the show every year, this year’s gardens skip the previous year’s mainstay, Sarcococca confusa, in favor of Edgeworthia tomentosa and Hamamelis mollis - what a refreshing change of pace!

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Jennifer Rotermund is the owner of Gaiaceous Gardens (an urban farming and wildlife gardening business with a teaching garden/urban farm and certified wildlife habitat/ sanctuary located in Shoreline). She is a Permaculture Designer, is certified by the National Wildlife Federation as a Habitat Steward and serves as a Docent at the Kruckeberg Gardens. She is also an ordained minister with a particular focus on earth-based forms of spirituality.


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Broadway Bound Children's Theatre presents Legally Blonde: The Musical at Shoreline Center auditorium


Playing now through February 9 at the Shoreline Conference Center
18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline 
Legally Blonde: The Musical


Harvard’s beloved blonde takes the stage by pink storm in this fun, upbeat musical about self-discovery. Based on the adored movie, LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL stays true to form with a peppy score and playful book. This musical is ridiculously enjoyable from start to finish. 
Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside-down, however, when her boyfriend dumps her so he can start getting serious about his life and attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle uses her charm to get into Harvard Law. At school, she struggles with peers, professors, and Warner Huntington. With the help of Paulette and Emmett, though, Elle quickly realizes her potential and sets out to prove herself to the world.

Broadway Bound Children’s Theatre transforms the lives of children, ages 5 – 18 through active participation in theatre arts combining a fun and supportive atmosphere with professional standards.

The Shoreline Center auditorium is at the far north end of the complex.


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T-Bird girls game to be broadcast Thursday

The Live Video Production Club from Shorewood and Shorecrest will be televising Thursday's girls basketball game between Shorewood and Stanwood on Channel 26/36, the Shoreline Education Access Channel, and it will be streaming live on the web. Game time is 7:15pm.

It will be Senior Night for the T-Bird girls and their last regular season game before the playoffs start next week.


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Music at The Commons Friday and Saturday

CocoLoco
Friday at Third Place Commons
Photo by Fernando Allende

CocoLoco, playing Latin music will appear Friday, February 7 at 7:30pm at Third Place Commons in Lake Forest Park Town Center.

Playing a fusion of Latin originals and classics from South and North America, they'll have you tapping your toes and swaying to the beat.

Microsoft Jumpin' Jive Orchestra
Saturday at Third Place Commons

On Saturday, February 8 at 7:30pm the Microsoft Jumpin’ Jive Orchestra, a unique big band composed of Microsoft employees, plays swing music -  standards and some original compositions.

The music is free. Multiple restaurants line The Commons. You can get your coffee from baristas at the Honey Bear or a cuppa joe from the burger joint. If you want a break or dining or dancing, the biggest bookstore around is in the next room.

Lake Forest Park Town Center, intersection of Ballinger and Bothell Ways.



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Fruit tree selection and care - seminar at Sky Nursery Saturday


Saturday, February 8th      11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Fruit Tree Selection and Care       Charlie Shull

Charlie will go over everything the beginning (or not-so-beginning) orchardist needs to know. 

Where to site your trees, the best varieties for western Washington (and for you), how to plant, fertilize, prune, and deal with problems.

After the presentation, Charlie will be available to answer questions. 

Sky Nursery 18528 Aurora Ave N. Shoreline WA 206-546-4851


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Councilmember Hall is awarded an Advanced Certificate of Municipal Leadership

Wednesday, February 5, 2014

Shoreline Councilmember
Will Hall
Shoreline City Councilmember Will Hall recently received an Advanced Certificate of Municipal Leadership (CML) from the Association of Washington Cities (AWC). Councilmember Hall completed over 60 hours of training credits to earn this distinction and demonstrated valuable service to the community.

The CML program recognizes mayors and councilmembers who continue to strive for excellence in serving their communities. To earn the certificate, officials attend a variety of AWC sponsored workshops focused on law, planning, budgeting, and community relations.

The program also challenges leaders to step beyond their current role as elected officials and enhance their professional development through additional community service. Examples of such community service include: board or committee positions with AWC or National League of Cities; board or committee chair positions with community organizations; service on statewide commissions, committees, councils or task forces; or leadership on projects such as fundraising efforts, campaigns, or major events.

Councilmember Hall serves on the Board of Directors and Legislative Committee of AWC and on the Ecosystem Coordination Board, Regulatory Subcommittee, and Funding Committee of the Puget Sound Partnership.


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