WeatherWatcher: Weekly Weather, Humidity

Saturday, June 28, 2014


Forecast
Humidity
Last week's data

Forecast: Sunday looks like another day of mixed sun and clouds with some sprinkles here and there. Starting Monday we have a rebuilt ridge of high pressure taking over control of our weather for the rest of the week. Tuesday and Wednesday look like they will be quite warm, breaking the 80°F mark for high temperatures. Thursday through next weekend we will cool down again into the low 70's for highs. We may also have some increased cloud cover for the holiday weekend as well, with a possible sprinkle in there somewhere.

Humidity: The last few days and on going have felt "muggy" lately. That's because we've had a low pressure off the Vancouver Island coast bringing in the humid warm air from off the Californian coast. The dew points have been averaging above 55°F which is when things start to feel uncomfortable for those accustomed to the Northwest climate. When you look at the dew point graph below you can see how the last few days have been particularly high.

Daily Average Dew point in Shoreline for June 2014.
Graphic by Carl Dinse
Last week's data:
High temperature: 80.8°F
Low temperature: 48.0°F
Rainest day: 0.08 inches
Total rainfall: 0.08 inches
Warmest day: 64.4°F
Coldest day: 58.8°F
Average temperature: 62.3°F
Historic Station Average: 58.2°F

Daily low and high temperature for June 2014.
Graph by Carl Dinse

For current weather conditions and updates please visit: http://www.shorelineweather.com


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Open for business: Taqueria Guaymas

The road may be closed but the Business Access
to Taqueria Guaymas is open
Photo by Laurie Lindblad

Shoreline City Councilmember Will Hall reports that Taqueria Guaymas is open for business, in spite of the road construction on Aurora.

Hall says, "Good for a date night or the whole family. Still plenty of parking, and great fajitas."

Taqueria Guaymas is located at 19557 Aurora Ave North, Shoreline 98133, 206-542-0302.

The menu is here. This is a sit-down restaurant but you can order to go.


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Donor at Arts Festival helps make Music4Life

 Karen Stoufer of Shoreline presents a flute
to David Endicott of Music4Life
Photo by Kathryn Paulsness

Karen Stoufer of Shoreline donates an old flute to David Endicott for the Shoreline Music 4 Life program. The instrument will be sent to Kennelly Keys for refurbishing and then given to a Shoreline student so they can participate in school music programs.

Endicott says, "Flutes are in high demand in every school district."

The program acquires musical instruments and supplies for eligible public elementary students.

“Our goal is to provide every student in the district an opportunity to play a musical instrument, if they want to, regardless of their ability to afford it,” say David Endicott.

Donations like Karen Stoufer's are the heart of the program. 

“Many adults no longer play musical instruments that are gathering dust in their attics and garages,” he says. “We gratefully accept those ‘lovingly used’ instruments, repair them as needed and then donate them absolutely free of charge to Shoreline Schools.” 

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Shoreline 1972 rocks on to their 60's


The Shoreline High School “Class of 1972” is expecting over 200 Birthday Boys and Girls at their 60th Birthday Celebration at 6:00pm on Saturday August 16th at the Parlor in Bellevue, Washington.

Medical units will be on standby as this group of 60-year olds party like they are in their 20’s. Chaperones may be needed to maintain the sereneness of aging during this big event. Event Chairman, Gregg Fresonke was recently quoted as saying “60 is the new 40”, but his silver hair and receding hairline would say otherwise.

The Shoreline High School class of 1972 is trying to find classmates, all of which are turning age 60 this year, as well as retired Shoreline faculty to attend this group birthday reunion. Classmates are urged to provide their contact information on the class website for more information.

The birthday event has an all-inclusive cost of $50 for tickets before August 1st. This will include admission, entertainment, beer, wine, food, and tips. Cost increases to $60 after August 1.

Co-Chairwomen, Diane Dillan-Smith, Sandi Jones Stewart, Robin King, and Kristin Blecken Adams are rounding up loose classmates and reminding all that they are going to be 68 years old at the next reunion and never going to look younger than right now. 



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Shoreline welcomes new Feline Adoption & Rescue Center to the neighborhood

Friday, June 27, 2014

Heather is a good sleeper

On Saturday, July 19, animal lovers and fur-friend fans of all ages are invited to attend one of Shoreline’s biggest ‘Share the Love’ events of the summer when Seattle Area Feline Rescue hosts its Grand Opening celebration in its new Adoption Center location located at 14717 Aurora Ave. N, Shoreline 98133. 12noon to 6pm.

SAFe Rescue invites local animal lovers of all ages to come celebrate! The event will be lots of fun, with snacks, prizes, and opportunities to see some of the rescue’s adorable kitties. 

The center will house cats and kittens waiting for their forever homes. It is designed to welcome the public and provide a fun, stress-free experience for anyone looking to adopt a friendly feline. This center is made possible by the support of local animal lovers, who have contributed funds and many volunteer hours to its construction. 

Seattle Area Feline Rescue (formerly Animal Talk Rescue) is a 501c3 non-profit, no-kill rescue founded in 2000 with a mission to end the plight and suffering of homeless, neglected and abused companion animals, and to educate the public about the benefits of spaying and neutering.

The rescue is currently looking for volunteers, foster families, and adopters for its felines. Those interested can find out more by attending the Grand Opening or by contacting the group by email.   



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Shoreline Planning Commission public hearing on Shoreline's Hazard Mitigation Update

The Shoreline Planning Commission will hold a special meeting / public hearing on Thursday, July 10, 2014 at 7pm in Shoreline City Hall's Council Chamber, 17500 Midvale Ave N.

Two topics are on the agenda for the public hearing:

  1. Shoreline's Hazard Mitigation Update
  2. 185th Street Station Subarea Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS)


Those unable to attend the meeting may submit comments by email.


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Running Club runs Edmonds Woodway lower route Saturday morning


Tomorrow morning, the Richmond Beach Running Club will run the Edmonds/Woodway lower route listed HERE after the warm-up run around the park.

Meet at the Richmond Beach Coffee Company (1442 NW Richmond Beach Rd Shoreline, WA 98177), Saturday, 8:00am in the parking lot, rain or shine. Participants are encouraged to find street parking so as to not overwhelm the coffee house parking.

Runners are of all types and backgrounds, from beginning runners to experienced racers. They usually do a warm-up mile around the beautiful views of Richmond Beach Saltwater park and head out on an hour run, where paces from 7-12 minute miles are common.

Everyone is invited to participate.

Contact HERE for more information if you are interested in joining this community of runners.

At this point, the group is completely free, though they occasionally sell team t-shirts or ask for small donations to raise funds for nominal expenses that arise.

Bring your children for great drop-in childcare. 


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See how King County assesses risk for 10 natural hazards

May 2014 King County Sheriff's Office
This mud slide is about 250 feet across

To prevent loss of life and protect property during 10 known natural hazards in the region, King County updates its Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan every five years.

And what are those ten hazards? Here's the list:
  1. avalanches
  2. dam failures
  3. earthquakes
  4. floods
  5. landslides
  6. severe weather
  7. winter storms
  8. tsunamis
  9. volcanic eruptions
  10. fires
King County Emergency Management worked with 54 regional planning partners -- including cities, school districts, hospitals, fire districts, and others -- to propose updates to the plan.

The public is invited to review and comment on the latest proposed update to the plan, which includes strategies to minimize the risks associated with natural hazards. King County will host three public meetings and made the proposed update available online.

One of those public meetings will be held in Shoreline:

Thursday, July 10 at 7:00pm 
Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N, Shoreline 98133

The other meetings are in Snoqualmie and Issaquah.

The comment period ends July 11, 2014. Comments may be submitted at the meeting or submitted via email.

Full documents and a Frequently Asked Questions article are online at the King County webpage.


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Reading and Writing passing rate nearly 93 percent for Class of 2014


According to preliminary state-level data released this week by State Superintendent Randy Dorn, nearly 93 percent of Washington’s 12th-grade students in the Class of 2014 passed both the state reading and writing high school proficiency exams (HSPE), or state-approved alternatives, prior to reaching their respective graduation ceremonies.

In addition to the HSPE, students must also pass a math end-of-course (EOC) exam in algebra I or geometry. EOCs are administered during the last three weeks of school. Preliminary results will be returned in late August, along with preliminary results from the Measurements of Student Progress for grades 3 through 8 and district- and school-level numbers for the HSPE.

Final results for all exams will be available in the fall. 

“The HSPE passage rates are high,” Dorn said. “Congratulations to the teachers, students and families who have been working hard to achieve these results.”

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A party at Ballard Commons Park celebrates final phase of marriage equality in Washington state


Ballard Blessings in the Park at Ballard Commons Park (5501 22nd Ave NW) is set to celebrate the final phase in Washington State legalizing marriage equality June 30.

On this day Washington State will convert domestic partnerships into marriages.

From 4pm to 7pm blessings will be offered to all, including couples uniting in marriage and celebrating the State's decision around marriage equality.

The event is free to the public and attendees can expect food trucks and free ice cream (courtesy of Umpqua Bank), as well as live entertainment from Alleyoop and The Weavils. Kids face-painting will be offered and Bubbleman is rumored to make an appearance.

This event was a collaboration with local churches and religious organizations as well as businesses.


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Power outage in central Shoreline

A power outage affecting customers in central Shoreline is expected to be resolved during the evening hours of Friday, June 27.

As of 9pm, there were two outage areas affecting 396 customers.


The main outage was apparently caused by a serious traffic accident on Meridian Ave N between 198th and 200th, which took down a power pole.


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Going to the Arts Festival? Have a good, hearty breakfast first

Hokulani Hula Dancers perform
Hawaiian, Maori, and Tahitian dances
Breakfast will be served at the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center dining room from 8:30am to noon during this weekend’s Arts Festival, June 28 and 29.

Before you head out for the many activities throughout the conference center you can enjoy some pretty nifty choices from the breakfast menu: pancakes (apple cinnamon or blueberry) French Toast, sausages, scrambled eggs, The Shoreline Scramble and more!

Also, during the festival, the Senior Center’s thrift shop, The Bargain Corner, will be open during festival hours. (10-6 Saturday, 10-5 Sunday). There is a shop special going on: buy two clothing items at regular price; get one of equal or less value FREE!

On Saturday, after you’ve had your amazing breakfast, go to the Shoreline Room to hear our Senior Singers at 10:45am. This group of beautiful singers is the festival entertainment’s opening act. They have worked hard to present a fun, musical program.

Kupuna dancers will perform at the
Shoreline Arts Festival this weekend
At 1:00pm, The Hokulani Hula Dancers and the Kupunas will be performing. Dancers range in age from 3 to 94, and are performing traditional hulas representing the islands of Hawaii as well Tahitian and Maori dances.
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The Senior Center is located in the southern-most building of the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE #1; 206-365-1536. Learn more about the center and what it can offer the seniors of our community on-line.


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Poem: Count Your Blessings Day by Day

Photo by Lee Lageschulte

Count Your Blessings Day by Day:

As you live your life,
Be thankful for the good things going on,
Count your blessings day by day!

Make it a daily practice,
To give thanks for your blessings,
As you live your life each day!

When you arise each day be thankful that,
You can tie your own shoes, brush your own teeth, etc.,
Count your blessings day by day!

Each day, appreciate your many blessings and
Value seeing, hearing, tasting, thinking and breathing,
As you live your life each day!

Many, many folks go on with their lives,
Without a clue as to how lucky they are!
Count your blessings day by day!

There’s a lot of things that go wrong in your life!
On the other hand, there’s a lot that goes right.
As you live your life, 
Count your blessings day by day!

©2012 Robert J. Barta


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City of Kenmore receives 2014 Municipal Excellence Award

Kenmore City Hall

The City of Kenmore was awarded the 2014 Municipal Excellence Award for Process Streamlining from the Association of Washington Cities. Kenmore is the only city to have received this award two years in a row.

“We are thrilled to be recognized for our lean management work,” said Rob Karlinsey, Kenmore’s city manager. “This was a collaborative effort between the City and the building community and optimizes our permitting processing for land-use and engineering.”

Kenmore’s Development Services Department anticipates saving 722 hours from the permitting process as a result of this lean implementation. The City worked with Results Driven and relevant city personnel to find areas of opportunity for lean management improvements. The project culminated with a daylong lean exercise that included internal team members and local partners from the building community.

“The City is committed to continuing its work to provide an efficient, competitive permitting process,” Karlinsey also stated. “We hope our no nonsense permitting process will be attractive to many developers and builders as our region continues to grow.”

The Association of Washington Cities provides support for cities and towns throughout Washington State. This is the 24th year for the Association of Washington Cities’ Municipal Excellence Awards, which aim to recognize innovative projects that significantly improve the quality of life for citizens, establish partnerships and build community support.

The City of Kenmore accepted the award on June 20 during the AWC’s Annual Conference in Spokane.


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Good deeds keep us young

Display at the Bargain Corner at the Senior Center

Good deeds keep us young …that’s the word from researchers at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana in an article from the First for Women magazine shared by the Senior Center.

They compared the health of adults who volunteered just a few times a year with those who never volunteered.

The finding: volunteers had 15 percent lower levels of C-reactive protein, an inflammation marker that rises with age and is linked to rheumatoid arthritis and cardiovascular disease.

Study author Seoyoun Kim credits volunteers’ younger biological profiles to the physical activity, sense of purpose and social interaction that come from giving back, all of which have been shown to ease inflammation causing stress.

The Senior Center is in need of volunteers for these positions:

  • Karaoke/Bingo needs licensed liquor Servers.  
  • Karaoke/Bingo needs Kitchen Service Assistance.  
  • Front Desk Receptionists 
  • Bargain Corner Thrift Shop
  • Kitchen Helpers Needed
  • Knitters and Crocheters  

Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Senior Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline 98155
206-365-1536


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NUHSA signs up 100 Shorecrest students at volunteer fair

Thursday, June 26, 2014

Children's Hospital talks to Shorecrest
Students about their work
Volunteerism took over the lunch period on June 16, 2014 at Shorecrest High School. Agencies like Center for Human Services, Turning Point, Olive Crest, and others could be found in the hallways and the cafeteria for the "Make Your Mark": Volunteer Local Fair.

Crista staff had a booth at the
Shorecrest volunteer fair
Over 100 students signed up for volunteer opportunities for the summer months. It's safe to say they're well on their way to completing their required 40 hours of community service!

Teachers and staff also joined in the event.

"We were delighted to see so many connections being made. If you weren't able to take part this year, do not fret! NUHSA and Shorecrest are both looking forward to next year's volunteer fair."

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Closures on SR 520, I-5 and special events could hamper weekend traffic


If you are headed into Seattle, plan ahead for a weekend packed with major road closures, baseball games, a downtown parade, and a Cher concert.

Beginning Friday, June 27, contractor crews working for WSDOT will begin weekend-long closures of the State Route 520 floating bridge and two lanes of northbound Interstate 5 at the West Seattle Freeway.

Here’s what’s happening (all roadways will open by 5 a.m. Monday, June 30) 
  • 10 p.m. Friday: The two left lanes of northbound I-5 at the West Seattle Freeway close to replace the left half of seven aging expansion joints. No ramps will be closed. 
  • 11 p.m. Friday: Both directions of the SR 520 floating bridge will be closed between Montlake Boulevard and Interstate 405 for annual maintenance inspection and concrete pouring on the West Connection Bridge and Eastside Transit and HOV Projects. 
  • 11 p.m. Friday: The intersection of Northup Way and 108th Avenue Northeast in Bellevue will be closed for improvements. 
Maintenance on Northbound I-5 at the Ship Canal Bridge 
  • Sunday, June 28 - Two right lanes of northbound I-5 on the Ship Canal Bridge will close from 5 a.m. to 11 a.m. One lane will remain closed until 4 p.m. WSDOT maintenance crews will be performing bridge deck repair during the closure. 
A number of special events in Seattle this weekend will add to travel times and traffic congestion.
  • Friday, June 27: The Mariners open a three-game series at Safeco Field against Cleveland at 7:10 p.m. 
  • Saturday, June 28: The second game of the Mariners/Indians series begins at 7:10 p.m., and a Cher concert at Key Arena begins at 8 p.m. 
  • Sunday, June 29: The Seattle Pride Parade will close the southbound I-5 exit-only ramp to Union Street from 10 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., and the Mariners/Indians series wraps up beginning at 1:10 p.m.

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Mike Harbour appointed as Acting CEO of Sound Transit

Mike Harbour, Acting CEO
Sound Transit
The Sound Transit Board has officially designated Sound Transit Deputy CEO Mike Harbour as Acting CEO as Joni Earl continues her medical leave. Earl is recovering from surgeries due to a brain injury from a blood vessel leakage on the brain.

"As Joni recovers she has the Sound Transit Board's strong support," said Sound Transit Board Chair and King County Executive Dow Constantine. "Mike Harbour has our complete confidence in this role to keep Sound Transit on track to serve our region's commuters."

Harbour has been Deputy CEO since October, 2012. 

"Joni is uncertain when she may return so she supports this Board action to keep Sound Transit focused on moving forward," Harbour said. "We are very well positioned to continue making critical investments in the region's transportation system. I am honored to step into this role until Joni returns and want to relay her appreciation for our support as she recovers."

Upcoming priorities include preparing to launch construction of the East Link light rail extension in 2015 and opening of University Link in early 2016, which is six to nine months ahead of schedule and about $150 million under budget. 

The Northgate and South 200th light rail extensions are also in full construction. In the coming months the agency will advance planning, environmental review and design work for building light rail extensions to Lynnwood and Kent /Des Moines and establishing a shovel-ready plan to reach Federal Way. Overall, Sound Transit is on track to deliver 34 miles of light rail extensions by 2023.

The Board is also updating the regional transit Long-Range Plan this year and exploring options for further mass transit expansions after existing projects are complete.


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Shoreline School District receives national awards for communications

The Shoreline School District has received three national awards for communications from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA).


The District received a 2014 NSPRA Golden Achievement Award for communications relating to the dedication and community open house at Shorewood High School.

The NSPRA Golden Achievement Awards program is one of the most prestigious honors for education public relations. It recognizes exemplary public relations activities, programs and projects in school districts nationwide. The award judges honor outstanding achievement in the four steps of a public relations program - analysis, planning, communication and evaluation. Each entry was judged individually against these awards criteria.

This is the third time in five years the District has received a Golden Achievement Award from NSPRA. Only three districts in Washington were honored this year.

The new Shorewood was dedicated Oct. 12, 2013 during a community open house attended by more than 1,500 people.

District Public Information Officer Craig Degginger coordinated the communications for the event, which was planned by a committee of staff, parents, alumni and community members.


The District also received awards from NSPRA for the District website and for the quarterly printed report to the community, Flagship.

This year the website added a new online calendar, Tandem, which allows the community to subscribe to events in any District school. More than 15,000 have subscribed to Tandem in its first year. Tandem is available here. Shoreline was the only district in the state to be honored by NSPRA for its website. Brent Degenhardt is the Webmaster.

Flagship, which is edited by Craig Degginger, is mailed to homes throughout Shoreline and Lake Forest Park. Flagship also received an Award of Excellence from the Washington School Public Relations Association.


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Irons Brothers Construction opens new Shoreline showroom

From left, Maria Wilson, Joseph Irons, Melissa Irons, Scarlet Haney
cut the ribbon for the new showroom in North City

A beautiful new 1600 square foot showroom was the centerpiece on June 19 of the 15th anniversary celebration for Irons Brothers Construction in Shoreline.

In 1999, when Joseph Irons started his own business, he was dedicated to providing a building experience unlike any other. Now, with dozens of local and national awards and hundreds of happy clients, Irons Brothers Construction has fulfilled its founder’s expectations and is looking forward to what lies ahead.

Located at 1510 NE 170th St #2, Shoreline 98155, 206-306-7767, in North City, the new “Design + Build Center” is testimony to the company’s success, dreams, meticulous planning and its eye to the future.

“There isn’t much we don’t have on display,” Irons said. “From hi-tech lighting control features and shades to cabinets and countertops, custom mill work, paint finishes, flooring, doors and windows, we make sure our clients see the complete picture.”

Original planning for the new showroom began in 2009 when the need for an interactive client experience became apparent. With the downturn of the economy, the project was put on hold. In 2011 the planning heated back up again, in time for the showroom to be completed for the 15th anniversary celebration.

One of the main areas of Irons expertise is working with aging-in-place clientele:
 “Universal design standards are used to help homeowners plan for the future, incorporating items such as transition-free flooring and using tasteful grab bars, lever handles and switches, all within the framework of the home’s design, making it more user friendly for all ages,” Irons explained.

Irons, who originally worked alongside his older brother, Bruce, incorporated in 2004 as business began to grow and additional employees were hired.

Today, Irons Brothers Construction manages multiple projects with seven full time employees, including a Director of Client Services, Maria Wilson, who has extensive, hands-on experience in construction and client relations.



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Emergency Communications Team in Shoreline during Arts Festival

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Communications Mobile Command Vehicle
Photo Copyright Marc Weinberg.jpg

Public Demonstration and Practice of Emergency Communications 11am June 28 - 11am June 29 in the field next to the Spartan Gym at the Shoreline Center.

The Oso disaster is a vivid reminder that emergencies can happen close to home. Shoreline has a team of Emergency Communication specialists that you don’t often see. But now is your chance to have a look at what they do and how you could easily become part of that. Talk with the people who will assist the City of Shoreline, the Fire Department, The Police, Emergency Shelters, and the schools and neighborhoods where we all live. This could be during a snow storm, flood, explosion, major fire, or the earthquake we often talk about. You name it and when the city needs help this team will be there. You can be there too!

Come meet the people, your neighbors, who are trained and  prepared to help. Talk with them and see their equipment. You may have an opportunity to even try some of their radios. It is an important part of providing a valuable community service. It’s also a fun group of people who will welcome your interest and within a few months you could be communicating on a radio and part of this team. To learn more about this go to the Shoreline Auxiliary Communication Service website.   

See you there…..Saturday, June 27, 11AM to Sunday, June 28. 


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Adults invited to attend an All-You-Can-Eat BBQ to benefit the Dale Turner Family YMCA


Can’t wait for the 4th of July barbecue? You’re in luck! Leny’s Place is hosting an all-you-can-eat BBQ on Saturday, June 28, from 1:00pm - dusk at 2219 N 56th St in North Seattle. All proceeds benefit the Dale Turner Family YMCA

Summertime is all about enjoying the outdoors, spending quality time with family and friends and enjoying good food and drinks. Adults, ages 21 and older, are invited to partake in a brisket, pork shoulder, fresh salmon, and pork ribs extravaganza at Leny’s Place. Bring your friends and your appetite.
The Dale Turner Family Y Associate Executive, Brian McLaughlin emphasizes, “This is the event we wait for all year long! It’s a blast and a great opportunity to enjoy awesome food and wonderful company while supporting the Dale Turner Y at the same time.”

The mission of the YMCA is to promote youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The spacious 52,000-square-foot Dale Turner Family YMCA facility features a two-level parking garage, a gym, a four-lane, 25-yard pool, men's and women's locker rooms, and an upstairs weight and fitness area. 

Purchase tickets at Leny’s Place or contact Brian McLaughlin, Associate Executive, 206.569.7002. Presale tickets are $20 and tickets purchased at the door are $25. All proceeds go to the Dale Turner Family YMCA. 


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King County Council unanimously approves motion to address risk of shipping oil by rail

On Monday, the King County Council unanimously passed legislation directing emergency officials to study the risks of transporting petroleum products by rail and to prepare for possible accidents.

“We have seen the tragic results of catastrophic oil train derailments in other regions. With shipments of Bakken formation crude on the rise through King County, we must be prepared,” said Councilmember Rod Dembowski, author of the motion and Chair of the Council’s Transportation, Economy and Environment Committee. “It is important that we are ready to respond to any disaster that may threaten lives, our environment, or cause major disruption to our regional economy. King County is home to the spine of our regional rail infrastructure, which is critically important to our shipping and manufacturing sectors.”

The adopted motion calls on King County’s Office of Emergency Management to review and revise the County’s Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan — in consultation with federal, state, and regional emergency response agencies, and with input from the rail carriers operating in Washington State — to specifically address the risk from increased transport of Bakken formation petroleum by rail through King County.

The motion also calls on the Office of Emergency Management to explore coordinating multijurisdictional emergency preparedness training activities, to prepare local first responders to safely handle any derailment, accidental spill or fire.

Rail carriers currently transport millions of barrels of oil a year through King County, on its way to refineries in northwest Washington. As one of the closest options for refining Bakken formation petroleum, Washington is expected to continue to see high volumes of oil transported by rail.


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Introductory statement from unopposed Democratic 32nd District State Rep. Cindy Ryu

By Evan Smith

Incumbent Democratic 32nd District State Rep. Cindy Ryu will be unopposed on the Aug. 5 primary ballot.

She also will be unopposed on the Nov. 4 general-election ballot unless someone registers as a write-in candidate by July 18 and finishes second in the primary with at least 1 percent of the primary vote. As of Monday, no one had declared a write-in candidacy.

Ryu is seeking a third two-year term in the State House of Representatives.

Here is her introductory campaign statement:

32nd District State Representative Pos. 1
Cindy Ryu (Prefers Democratic Party)

A Washingtonian since 1969, I am honored to represent the people of Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace (west of I-5), south Edmonds, unincorporated Snohomish County, Woodway, Shoreline, and northwest Seattle. My priorities are to fully fund public education and protect consumers, working families, and the environment while ensuring safety of our communities. We must pass a construction budget and transportation package. Our state is growing, and we need to build classrooms while fixing aging bridges, highways and surface streets. Our economic recovery should not be bogged down by traffic gridlock. Endorsed by Democrats and the Sierra Club, and many others. 

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


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Ronald Wastewater Assumption Committee meets Thursday morning

Ronald Wastewater Assumption Committee of Elected Officials Meeting will be held on Thursday, June 26, 2014 from 9:00am – 10:30am, Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N, Shoreline 98133, Conference Rm 104.

The Committee of Elected Officials (CEO) consists of City of Shoreline Councilmembers Doris McConnell and Chris Roberts, and Ronald Wastewater Commissioners Robert Ransom and Gretchen Atkinson.

The committee meets the fourth Thursday of each month. 

Meeting schedule and agenda here. There is no provision for public comment at the meetings.

For more information, see the Ronald Wastewater Assumption Webpage.


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Recreation Scholarship Reimbursements offered to qualified Lake Forest Park residents

Spring/SummerRecreation Guide
The City of Lake Forest Park offers scholarship reimbursements to residents who participate in Shoreline recreation programs and meet certain qualification criteria.

The City offers scholarship reimbursements for eligible youth and specialized recreation participants. The City will reimburse eligible residents who are registered and attend cultural, recreation, and aquatic programs and camps.

The City will reimburse each qualified Lake Forest Park resident up to $50 per quarter for fall, winter and spring and up to $100 for summer quarter.


Reminder to residents of Lake Forest Park: the next date for early /discounted registration for Shoreline Recreation programs begins on Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 8:00am and ends on Thursday, August 28, 2014 at 8:00am.

Lake Forest Park residents can still register for Shoreline recreation programs at a later date, but will not receive Shoreline resident discounts or enjoy the opportunity to register early as they will during the next 24-hour early registration period beginning on August 27, 2014.


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Death Cafe Seattle meets Thursday at Richmond Beach Library

Death Cafe Seattle - North meeting: Thursday, June 26th at Richmond Beach Library 7:00 - 8:30pm.

An open and easy discussion about issues related to death and dying.

Yummy snack provided, but bring your own beverage.

Contact Terri for questions or more information.

Richmond Beach Library is located at 19601 21st Ave NW, Shoreline, WA 98177.


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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 or if the name is in color, you can click to go to the full recipe.

JUNE 26-JULY 1, 2014

Thurs, June 26 Blueberry Coleslaw
Fri, June 27 You’ll Go Nuts! Taste a great new product - Jem Raw Nut Butters
Sun, June 29 Fun with Focaccia - Ideas for Essential Baking Company’s Rosemary Focaccia plus Blueberry Coconut Milk Shakes
Mon, June 30 Bacon Ranch Deviled Eggs
Tues, July 1 Jazz Up Your Burgers - How to take ordinary condiments to the next level


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