LFP City Administrator report to Council

Monday, September 18, 2017

Pete Rose, Lake Forest Park City Administrator, brought the City Council up to date on recently completed maintenance projects in the City.

Street overlay project completed
Photo courtesy City of Lake Forest Park

The 2017 overlay project is complete. This year the City combined 2016, 2017 and 2018 overlay dollars to create the largest overlay in the history of the City. Public Works Superintendent Scott Walker and his team did a great job in coordinating with the citizens and assuring that we came in on budget. The contract for 2016 was delayed and was not completed during 2016. It was combined with this year’s overlay, but did honor the 2016 paving rate.

New drainage system NE 183rd and 28th NE


Public Works team members recently installed a new drainage system at NE 183rd Street and 28th Ave NE to better service the drainage needs of this area. The team coordinated with residents, as well as local utility companies,on the timing of the project.

City Hall light fixture cleaned and replaced
Photo courtesy City of Lake Forest Park


Public Works crew members cleaning and replacing light fixture on City Hall.

King County Traffic Division has completed the striping and thermoply for the crosswalks throughout the city.



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Shoreline City Council - public hearing and adopting Community Development Block Grant Funding

Shoreline City Council Meeting, Monday, September 18, 2017, Regular Meeting 7:00pm

Agenda Highlights
  • Proclamation of Mayor’s Day of Concern for the Hungry
  • Adopting Res. No. 416 – Amending the City’s Business Expense Policy
  • Adopting Ord. No. 793 – Amending the Shoreline Municipal Code Chapter 2.60 Purchasing Code
  • Adopting Ord. No. 795 – Amending Shoreline Municipal Code Chapter 3.50 Sale and Disposal of Surplus Personal Property
  • Public Hearing and Adopting the 2018 Community Development Block Grant Funding and Contingency Plan
  • Discussing the 2017 Second Quarter Financial Report and a Preliminary View of the 2018 Budget and 2018-2023 Capital Improvement Plan

Link to full Agenda

Comment on Agenda items


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Smile - your life depends on it



...your life depends on it!

Seminar on Dental Hygiene and Oral Health Care
September 20th 1:30 -2:30

Drs. Kanako Nagatomo and Jenovie Hsia answer your questions and provide answers to common concerns about tooth and gum care for the elderly. 

They will discuss the connection between oral health and overall health, how to prevent tooth decay and gum disease, when to see a dentist, the effect of medications on teeth and gums, and new technologies to replace lost teeth.

Aegis Living of Shoreline, 14900 First Ave NE, Shoreline 98155

RSVP by September 18, 206-367-6700



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Child passenger safety week - find out if your car seat is installed properly

Booster seat
Photo from NHTSA
Child Passenger Safety week is Sept 17 – 23 this year, a week when safety technicians provide resources to educate parents and caregivers on how to safely transport children in their cars.

Car seats and boosters provide protection for infants and children in a crash, yet car crashes are a leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 13.

That’s why it is so important to choose and use the right car seat every time your child is in the car.

In King County and across Washington State, trained car seat technicians will check your child restraint for any recalls, ensure the restraint is appropriate for your vehicle and child, and that you are using it properly.

It is extremely important to have your car seats inspected because more than 80 percent of child restraints inspected last year were being used incorrectly.
Rear facing car seat
Photo from NHTSA


Local inspection sites

Shoreline Police Department - Shoreline
1206 N 185th St
Shoreline 98133

Phone: 206-391-9995 
Contact: Officer Leona Obstler

By appointment for Shoreline residents only. Call for appointment.


Shoreline Fire Department - Shoreline
17525 Aurora Ave N
Shoreline 98133

Phone: 206-533-6564
Contact: Public Information Officer Michelle Pidduck

Fire Open House this Saturday, September 23. Safe Kids King County attending and presenting info on car seats and bike helmets.


Safety Restraint Coalition - Shoreline / Lake Forest Park
20126 Ballinger Way NE
Shoreline 98155

Phone: 425-828-8975 
Contact: Kathy Kruger, Jennifer Pavey Sue Emery

Call for a list of local locations and appointment


Updated with Shoreline Fire 9-18-17

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Checks are in the mail for Washington residents defrauded by LCD manufacturers

Sunday, September 17, 2017

Beginning next week, checks will be in the mail for consumers affected by an elaborate price-fixing conspiracy by LCD manufacturers, Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced Thursday. A total of $41.1 million is on its way to 24,632 consumers and businesses in all 39 counties.

The recovery is among the largest in the AGO Antitrust Division’s history.

“This conspiracy affected millions of products Washingtonians purchased over a period of eight years,” Ferguson said. 
“This step brings closure and a measure of justice to consumers who were harmed by this scheme. When powerful interests don’t play by the rules, my office will be there to hold them accountable.”

Rather than participate in a multistate case, the Attorney General’s Office chose to pursue an individual case in order to get a better deal for Washington consumers. The recovery in the state’s individual lawsuit may be as much as 30 percent higher than what Washington might have received as part of the multistate settlement.

On average, each consumer will receive about $203. The total varies based on the number and type of items claimed.



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Call for Artists: 6X6NW – An Exciting Exhibition and Fundraiser



The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is currently accepting submissions for 6X6NW, an exhibition and fundraiser event featuring hundreds of small artworks. Each artwork must be 6”x 6” and artists may enter up to 10 artworks of any medium (2D or 3D). There is no fee to enter!

Entries will be exhibited during 6X6NW on October 7 and offered for sale to the public for $36 each. The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council will receive a 66% commission on any works sold and artists may elect to waive their 34% commission and contribute their work(s) as a full donation to benefit the Arts Council’s community arts programming and events.

2016 6x6 art exhibition
Photo courtesy Shoreline LFP Arts Council

Interested in taking pART? Registration and participation is open to all — no art background is required! All you have to do is visit the website, fill out the registration form (no artwork photos needed), and follow the simple instructions for submitting your work to the Arts Council.

Plus, prizes will be awarded in several categories, including People's Choice, and participants will receive 6 free tickets to the event at Shoreline Community College on October 7 (a $60 value).

Entries Due: September 29 or postmarked by September 28

6X6NW is a fundraiser to support Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council programming and will be held on Saturday, October 7 in the Lobby of the Student Union Building at Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Bldg. 9000, Shoreline 98133.


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Shorewood football scores 20-14 win over Cedarcrest High School Friday in Duvall

#5 Joseph Williamson is congratulated by #13 Josh Lee


Text and photos by Lisa Hirohata

Shorewood football pulled out a 20-14 win over Cedarcrest High School on Friday, September 15th in Duvall. A stout T-Bird defense, led by Josh Lee’s two interceptions, held off Cedarcrest in front of an enthusiastic home crowd.

#11 Robert Banks runs the ball with #54 Phil Ball leading the way

Skyler Hammer, Robert Banks and Joseph Williamson each scored touchdowns. 

The fans were with them all the way,
making the journey to Duvall to cheer on the team

Shorewood’s record stands at 2-1, with the next game at home versus Wesco foe Mountlake Terrace at 7pm at Shoreline Stadium. This starts a 5-game home stand for the T-Birds.



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Community center opens in Kenmore

Interior of The Hanger community center in Kenmore
Photo by Jerry Pickard


By Victoria Rhoades, ND


The new building, The Hangar, at the corner of NE 181st and 68th NE in Kenmore, is open for business, and beautifully appointed.

The many amenities include Diva Espresso, a water filling station, a small multipurpose room (the Otter Room) that will be available for use on a reservation basis starting in October, a fireplace, spacious rustic tables with seating, a projector and screen, and outdoors is a fountain and bike racks. 

A pleasant outdoor area surrounds The Hangar
Photo by Jerry Pickard
 
The outdoor area, a pleasant parklike feature, will be the new Town Square. The name (“The Hangar”) is an homage to one of the longest-standing local businesses, Kenmore Air. In fact, Kenmore Air is an international air harbor, with flights to and from Canada on a regular basis.

The outdoor fountain is a toddler magnet on hot days
Photo by Jerry Pickard


Given the location near Kenmore City Hall, new apartments, Kenmore Camera, the Kenmore Public Library, and several other local businesses, it appears that Kenmore is modernizing and working hard to become a walkable city.

Wide open doors and outdoor seating


The new sidewalks and lighted crosswalks (not just at this intersection, but throughout Kenmore) support this appearance. Parking is tight at the Hangar location, but it is entirely possible to find parking most days behind the post office just west of the Hangar. More street parking is planned in the vicinity, but it hasn’t been defined with signage or painted lines yet.

Diva Espresso has coffee, pastries, sandwiches, salads, cold drinks
Photo by Jerry Pickard


Other new buildings are in the works, including a mixed-use building (ground floor commercial, apartments above) immediately north of The Hangar. A 5,000 square-foot sit-down restaurant, with 3,000 additional square feet of office space, is planned for directly west of the Town Square.

The Hangar boasts a pop-up gift shop
Photo by Jerry Pickard


These buildings will take time and it is not yet clear what kind of restaurant or businesses will occupy these properties; however, the land has been set aside while construction is pending.

While we wait for these buildings, we can meet friends and sip coffee at The Hangar. Change has been slow to come, and the process has not been painless, but change is surely happening.



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2017 Election: Introductory statements from Shoreline council incumbent and challenger

By Evan Smith

Shoreline City Council incumbent Keith McGlashan and challenger Jin-Ah Kim recently sent statements introducing themselves to voters.

The two are running on the November 7 general-election ballot.

Here are their statements:

City of Shoreline, Council Position 1

Keith McGlashan
Keith McGlashan

It has been my honor to serve the citizens of Shoreline on the city council. There have been lots of positive changes while I’ve been on the council. We have:
  • Built an award winning city hall, getting us out of a rental situation,
  • Improved Aurora making it safer and functional
  • Added to and improved our parks land, increased park programs
  • Increased our police department, lowering crime rates
  • Claimed Shoreline as a welcoming and inclusive city, and much more.
There is more to be done and I look forward to continue working with the community to keep Shoreline the great city that it has become. Let’s keep moving Shoreline forward, together.


Jin-Ah Kim
Jin-Ah Kim

I’ll bring a fresh approach to the Shoreline City Council. I’m not a typical politician. I’m a mental-health advocate and small-business worker. I’ve served as a Residential Care Trainer at Greenwood Home and continue to serve as an advocate for those in need.

I’ll always work for and listen to the Shoreline community. Shoreline needs responsible development that takes all of our communities’ needs into consideration. We need more affordable housing so anybody who wants to live in Shoreline and be part of our special community, can do so. With the Light Rail stations coming, we need to ensure all of our neighborhoods are connected to the new system.



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Dahlias for the Senior Center: Appleblossom

Saturday, September 16, 2017

Appleblossom dahlia
Photo by John Hibbs


Appleblossom was first introduced to Dahlia lovers in 1986. She is a "collarette", having a planar layer of petals behind a collared open center. Very attractive to pollinators, the blooms appear prolifically on a 4' bush and have long thin stems for cutting, often multiple blooms to a stem.

Her outer petals are a soft buttercream blend of whites and yellows that blush to a delicate peach, more as the nights get colder in late season. A pink collar of shortened petals surrounds her intricate orange center.

This color scheme combines well with Café au Lait, featured in SAN three weeks ago. The delicate blooms begin to lose petals sooner in a bouquet than some varieties, especially in hot weather, so are best cut before fully open.

This and other blooms are available at the Ridgecrest Pub on NE 165th at 5th NE, for a donation to the Senior Center. New bouquets every Tuesday and Friday.

--Flowers and information from Ridgecrest resident John Hibbs, ND.



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Oktoberfest Dance Party at Sno-King September 23

Allspice Band


Sno-King International Folk Dance Club Invites you to come and dance to the live music of Allspice Band 7:00 to 9:30 at the Cedar Valley Grange, 20526 52nd Ave W, Lynnwood.

Dances from many countries, including partner, no-partner, and set dances, and you don’t need to bring a partner. During band breaks there will be recorded requests and potluck finger foods. This is a non-alcoholic event.

Do you wonder why we celebrate Oktoberfest in September? The Germans have decided to move their fest up a month to avoid nasty weather, so we follow suit.

Ethnic costumes are encouraged, so break out your dirndls and lederhosen. The Grange has a great hardwood floor and lots of free parking.

We also have dances including lessons every Wednesday and Saturday, starting at 7:00pm. Wednesday is all requests, and Saturday has a program of dances, with room for requests.

The donation is $7.00 for non-members and $5.00 for members. Yearly membership is only $15.00 ($25.00 for a family).

For information, call 360-387-9923, or email dancesnoking@gmail.com.



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Watch the Seattle Seahawks Game at the Shoreline Library

Watch the Seattle Seahawks Game at the Shoreline Library

Sunday, September 17, 2017, 1 - 5pm
Shoreline Library large meeting room, 345 NE 175th, Shoreline 98155

Watch the Seattle Seahawks take on the San Francisco 49ers on the big screen!

The game starts at 1:25pm. Sponsored by the Friends of the Shoreline Library.



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Sky Nursery: Growing Orchids at Home

Sunday, September 17th from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm at Sky Nursery, a seminar on Growing Orchids at Home with Krysta Carlisle

Despite their apparent delicacy, orchids are easy to grow and will provide you a long season of beautiful bloom if you choose varieties that fit your existing conditions and meet their few basic needs.

Orchid expert Krysta Carlisle will tell how to choose the best varieties for your home, office, or terrarium and she’ll walk you through watering, feeding, and ensuring your beauties thrive.

Free, no registration necessary.

Sky Nursery 18528 Aurora Ave N. Shoreline 98133 206-546-4851



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Shorecrest Scots footballers fall to Meadowdale's Mavericks

#5 Chris Lee in 2016 Rotary Cup game
Photo by Wayne Pridemore
Shorecrest 13 - Meadowdale 31
Friday, 9-15-2017 at Shoreline Stadium
Overall record: 2-1

The Shorecrest Scots led into the third quarter in this Wesco 3A South matchup against Meadowdale, but three second half touchdowns by the visiting Mavericks sealed their 31-13 victory, and improved their record to 2-1 on the season.

Shorecrest was an undefeated 2-0 coming into the night and went to the ground early.

The game's leading rusher, Ricardo Ruiz, rumbled for 104 yards on 23 carries.

But it was two deep strikes to senior Chris Lee that provided the Scots with their touchdowns. In the first quarter, quarterback Eladio Fountain hit Lee in full stride streaking up the west sideline for a 47 yard score. Lee followed up early in the third by pulling in his slant route pass at Shorecrest's own 35 yard line and turning on the afterburners for a 73 yard touchdown. Lee finished with 147 yards receiving on five catches.

It was the Scot's defense that controlled the first half of the game with standout performances from Gavin McFarlane, who led his squad with eight tackles, and sophomore James Huffman, who also recorded eight takedowns. Senior Brayden Victor added four tackles, and had a key fumble recovery in the first quarter to end a Mavericks drive.

Down 13-10 in the second half Meadowdale quarterback Nate Hebert turned the tide when he found receiver Justin Jackson on two 22 yard touchdown throws, and added a third score of his own with a scamper into the end zone from eight yards out.

The Scots are back in action next Friday night, September 22nd, with the early game at 5:00 at Edmonds Stadium against conference rival Lynnwood High School.

--Gordon Stephenson



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Public Art City of Shoreline #22: The Skater

Photo by Steven H. Robinson


City of Shoreline Public Art Collection
Kruckeberg Botanic Garden, 201312 15th Ave NW
City of Shoreline Purchase, 1% for Art Program 2014

The Skater  Kevin Au, artist. Painted Steel

Artist's statement: The Winter Olympics was held in Vancouver BC in 2010. The women figure skating events inspired the creation of the Skater. It was my intention to capture the grace and beauty of the skater during her spins.

--Text courtesy City of Shoreline



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2017 Election: Introductory statement from unopposed LFP council incumbent Resha

By Evan Smith

This is the fourth entry in a series of posts that present statements from candidates on the November 7 general-election ballot. This weekend, I present statements from unopposed candidates. I’ll present the third pair of statements from candidates for contested positions starting Monday.

Lake Forest Park City Council incumbent John Resha is running unopposed on the Nov. 7 ballot. He recently sent this introductory statement:

City of Lake Forest Park, Council Position 7


John Resha
LFP City Council
John Resha—

Four years ago, I was elected to the LFP City Council with the simple goal of working together as a Council and Community to make our amazing City even better. I’ve led efforts to:

  • Make our budget process more transparent, while also leading our finances into the black for the first time since the recession, and finding funds for creek restoration, safety, and transportation; and
  • Work with the community to make our environmental regulations better match our community ethic.

Now it’s time to hear from you and implement our vision, and I want to continue bringing my experience, leadership, and commitment to public dialogue and I ask for your vote.

jresha.lfp@gmail.com
206.403.5279



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LFP Citizens Commission meets Tuesday

The next meeting of the LFP Citizens Commission is Tuesday, September 19, 2017 from 7:00pm - 9pm at Third Place Commons, in the Stadler Room, if available.

We continue talking and planning about Recycling, Composting, King County Green Schools Program, and how to encourage and help the schools in Lake Forest Park to take their Recycling and Composting Programs to the next level.

Third Place Commons, upper level Town Center, intersection Bothell and Ballinger Way.

The group is not affiliated with the City of Lake Forest Park.



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Crime in Shoreline week ending 9-5-17

Photo by Steven H. Robinson
Selected items from the Shoreline Police blotter, week ending September 5, 2017.

08-24 Teenaged boy contacted for smoking in a Metro bus stop. Had a switchblade and was listed as a missing juvenile.
08-28 Man committed suicide by shooting himself in the head with an AK-47 in the front yard of his home on Corliss.
08-28 Man overdoses and friend brings the rest of his drugs to the precinct for disposal.
08-28 Graffiti on disabled parking sign at Richmond Beach Saltwater Park.
08-28 Suspect threatens former roommate with a piece of concrete, also threatens to shoot him.
08-28 Adult male steals mother's checkbook, writes checks to himself, then threatens to kill himself when she confronts him.
08-29 Locked, parked car stolen from Ballinger Village shopping center.
08-30 Someone broke into Benchmark Glass on Aurora, stole keys, and left behind their drug paraphernalia.
08-30 Rosemont Apts - someone pried open lockbox to gain access to storage lockers and vehicles.
08-30 Apprehended man who stole a battery from O'Reilly Auto Parts. In possession of a meth pipe.
08-30 Person Trespassed after setting up camp on private property.
08-30 Three juveniles Trespassed from Echo Lake apts after their cigarettes cause a fire. One was a runaway who was released to his parents. Another had a warrant and possessed marijuana - booked in juvenile jail.
08-30 Echo Lake Apartment burglarized. May have suspect information.
08-31 Son called his father and said he was going to rip his head off.
08-31 Man Trespassed from Shoreline Motel after creating a disturbance.
08-31 Victim accidentally overdosed on pain medication - transported to hospital.
09-01 Shoplifter detained at Goodwill had a Burien theft warrant.
09-01 Drivers in collision got into a fight in parking lot at 163rd and Aurora, with a tire iron and gun.
09-02 Juvenile male taken to detox for extreme alcohol intoxication.
09-02 Overdose at Aurora McDonalds treated with Narcan.




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Lake Forest Park Update: An exceptional developing tree regulation

This sequoia, relatively rare here,
is not on the list
Photo by Dan Short
By Donna Hawkey

Lake Forest Park’s City Council has declared seven tree species a permanent right to live by prohibiting their removal.

This forward-thinking tree regulation was first enacted in March of this year and just last month the City Council updated that regulation to change and clarify the definition of exceptional trees.

With the tight housing market around the Puget Sound and many older homes in Lake Forest Park reaching that age for significant improvements, tree removal applications continue to come in at a high rate.

“The City regulations are being updated to get closer to the long established goal of ‘no net loss’ to the City’s tree canopy coverage,” says Councilmember John Resha.

Councilmember Resha has been spearheading this challenging and critical regulatory piece. He explains the major changes as follows:

“In March of this year, we updated the tree regulations to require replacement of tree canopy coverage for those lots that are below the established goals. The new regulations also require property owners that are making significant improvements (adding more than 1,000 sq. ft. of impermeable surface) to bring their properties up to their tree canopy coverage goal. 
"Additionally, this regulation added new protections for the City's most special trees - called exceptional trees, which are defined as the most desirable species slated for preservation in regards to type of tree, diameter and uniqueness - by prohibiting their removal.”

He also describes the recent regulation amendment: “This amendment change was meant to clarify what it means to be an exceptional tree, by adding criteria, focusing in on only seven native tree species (instead of 75 species), and increasing the size of these trees to be consistent with what we saw as the largest and most special of our native trees.” 

Lake Forest Park Municipal Code, Chapter 16.14 “Tree Canopy Preservation And Enhancement,”
Table 1: Exceptional Tree Species and Their Threshold Diameters.


Five Acre Woods
Photo by Dan Short
Other than further defining this most desirable tree species category, Councilmember Resha says, “Nothing else in our tree regulation is being opened and touched in this process.”

Balancing the rights of property owners with a community known for its historic and strong tree preservation values can be a bumpy ride. Lake Forest Park’s City Planning Department has been shouldering the burden. The city consulting arborist and others have been defining how the March Tree regulation translated into meaning on the actual ground.

One example of this challenging issue came to light during public comment at a Council Meeting.

A long-time resident family in Lake Forest Park own a home built in the early 1900’s in which additions done by previous owners were of poor construction and the house has an unstable foundation. With a family of four and aging parents, not enough bedrooms for everyone, and electrical and plumbing problems making the home difficult to live in, the family plan to build a new home on their forested property. 
They plan to build a one-level, ranch-style home so they can age in place. Their plan would require cutting down two trees, which also met the March 2017 definition of exceptional trees - meaning they were prohibited from removal. Making matters worse, this family started their design and development process just as the City put its tree permit moratorium in effect in 2016, so a six-month delay for the moratorium and another eight months trying to figure out what to do about the trees.
Frustration also grew because they learned they could instead build upwards and add a story or two with a slightly different design, but that would require the elimination of a total of ten mature trees (that did not meet the definition of exceptional trees). 
The family very much embraces the tree protection ethic of the City and has a canopy coverage currently on their 1.3-acre property that is well over the regulation coverage goal of 58%. They didn't understand why they couldn't build in the most environmentally friendly way with minimal tree removal, but instead would be easily allowed to build up, but then they would have to remove five times the number of trees!

So with City Council hearing concerns such as this family's example, the update which clarifies the exceptional tree species was passed unanimously. City Council says another review of the tree regulation will happen in 2018 by the City's Tree Board after a city-wide tree survey and updated tree canopy assessment can take place.

Planning and Building Director Stephen Bennett, says “Regulation is a very crude tool and you have to try different things to figure out if you are going too far or not far enough.”

Maple in Pfingst Animal Acres Park
Photo by Dan Short
Councilmember Resha feels that “We need a regulation that’s easy to track … This policy has been difficult to write due to the unique circumstances of our City's long standing tree preservation commitment, non-standard lot layouts and an understanding that a healthy urban forest requires care, flexibility and change.

” Of course, respecting the legal rights of property owners is a responsibility of City Council’s, too.

But with available open space for development being almost all gone, the community has spoken loudly on behalf of trees. 

Long- time resident and advocate, Jean Thomas said, “We don’t want to be like Seattle! Stop the saws and do not weaken the ordinance… 

When you move to the woods, you have to understand that the trees have to be protected!” Jean has devoted hundreds of volunteer hours serving on both the city’s tree board and now disbanded Environmental Quality Commission (EQC).

Since the trees can’t speak for themselves, advocates regularly pack City Hall at any hint that tree regulations will be on the City Council’s agenda. These residents have deep personal passions, as well as passions for the Lake Forest Park Community and its long history of conservation.

“From its inception in 1901 until today, the community has paid great attention to its natural surroundings. It has created a marriage of residential dwellings and wooded terrain quite unlike many other suburban cities,” from History Link.org.

Maple in Pfingst Animal Acres park
Photo by Dan Short
Councilmember Mark Phillips said that not only is he proud to be part of a community who cares so much about the forest, he also thinks, “We are in a reasonable place to be at this point in terms of these proposed ordinances. It’s pretty clear that there is a need for some additional data for us to take in with whatever the next step is, and for the Tree Board to take the next step of refining these definitions of exceptional trees and probably other pieces of the ordinance.”

If you would like more details about the tree regulation update process, you can view relevant videos from City Council meetings on July 27, August 10, and August 22 - which all can be found on the city’s website. With the council agenda now linked to the video, you can listen just to your specific portion of interest.

Donna Hawkey is a Lake Forest Park resident. She can be reached at dhawkey@comcast.net



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Walk a Labyrinth for International Day of Peace, Sept 19


Walk a Labyrinth for International Day of Peace, September 19, 2017


September 19 is International Day of Peace. This year with all the global turmoil you might try to walk a labyrinth.

Walking a labyrinth can calm and center participants. It is easy to do and requires no advanced preparation. A Labyrinth Walk is an opportunity to walk with others seeking peace in our time.

Church of the Redeemer is hosting a Labyrinth Walk on Tuesday, September 19, beginning at 7:00pm. Walking a labyrinth is an activity for all ages and all abilities. There will be finger labyrinths for those who do not wish to walk. The host of the Labyrinth Walk will give a quick introduction and provide a list of resources for action.

Church of the Redeemer is at 6210 181st St in Kenmore. The campus is a short distance north of Bothell Way, near the Burke-Gilman Trail.


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Shoreline man arrested in Oregon after brutal assault here

Wei Wang, 50
Photo from Washington
county, Oregon
Sheriff's Office
Wei Wang, age 50, was arrested in Washington county, Oregon on Saturday after fleeing from Shoreline on Thursday.

On Thursday morning around 9am, Wang went to the home of his estranged wife in the 18800 block of Stone Way N.

His wife was not home, but his mother-in-law, age 59, was. According to the King County Sheriff's Office, he beat her so brutally that she is in the hospital in critical condition.

His wife came home, found her mother, and called 911.

The King County Sheriff's Office investigators obtained a nationwide felony warrant and notified Oregon police agencies that Wang might be traveling through Oregon.

On Friday, September 15, 2017, at 8:54pm, an alert deputy from the Washington County Sheriff's Office was driving through the parking lot of a hotel in Beaverton when she noticed a vehicle associated with a wanted man from Washington.

Wang was arrested by patrol deputies and is being held without bail on a 1st degree felony warrant. He is lodged in the Washington County Jail awaiting extradition back to the state of Washington.


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Photo: Flower friends

Photo by Seattle Poppy


This trumpet vine is growing intertwined with grapes.



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Arts Council 2018 Community Project Grants Application

Do you need help presenting an arts event that serves your community? The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is here to help.

Consider applying for a Community Project Grant. We promote experiences in the arts to enhance the quality of life in our community. Non-profit organizations or community groups that provide arts / cultural programming for the general public are welcome to apply.

We fund special projects, artists’ residencies, and performances that extend the group’s usual scope.

Awards range from $250-$1000. Projects take place from January to November. An organization may only apply for one Community Project Grant in any one year.

Visit our website to apply for a Community Project Grant!

Deadline to apply is 5pm, Thursday, November 16, 2017.

The 2017 List of Awards

  • Briarcrest Neighborhood Association, Storytelling Workshop $250
  • Choir of The Sound, Spring Pops Concert,  $500
  • Hopelink, Grocery Store Mural Art, $750
  • JHP Cultural and Diversity Legacy, Cultural Heritage Festival, $1,000
  • Kud Ljiljan, Traditional cultural clothing for dance troupe, $500
  • Richmond Beach Community Association, Strawberry Festival  $750
  • Shoreline Concert Band, Spring Concert with Special Guest Soloist  $500



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Post 227 Legion hears from Boys State reps and presents Life Changer award

The meeting started with a chicken dinner. 
Text and photos by Jerry Pickard

On Tuesday, September 5, 2017, Post 227 honored the recipient of its Life Changer award and the boys who were selected to attend Boys State. 

Vice Commander Ray Coffey called the meeting to order. The first order of business was The Post 227's "Life Changer" Award.

Leah Setala, 2017 Life Changer
This years recipient was Mrs. Leah Setala. The presentation was made by Selection Committee Chair Christina Frappier. Christina read the citation. as follows:

Leah Setala is the winner of the 2017 American Legion, Post 227 Life Changer Award. As a music and band teacher at St. Luke School in Shoreline Leah goes the extra mile to help children learn to play and enjoy music. 
When families find that band instruments are beyond their means, Leah helps them acquire used instruments. Those families love hearing their children play music but know none of it would have been possible without Leah.
In their spare time, Leah and her husband acquire furniture and other household items at rummage sales and yard sales. They recondition items needing repair. Then they donate them to the needy at St. Francis House in downtown Seattle.
By helping children to play and enjoy music and by helping the needy, Leah Setala has made a positive difference in the lives of others. It is a pleasure to present her with the 2017 American Legion Life Changer award. Congratulations! Leah was also presented with dinners at the Space Needle.

Following The Life Changer Award the Post 227 sponsored Boys State attendees Jack Siefer and Riley Smith addressed the Post. Jack and Riley are both Seniors at Shorecrest High this year.

At Boy's State, a weeklong experience, the boys learn about the operations of government at local, county and state levels. They hold elections and participate in debates, passage of laws, study the court systems and all things that government controls.

Jack was elected Mayor of a local government and learned how laws are passed. They filed mock lawsuits against each other and held court positions. They learned how the legal system operates from local to state level.

Post 227 also sponsored Neil Broadwick of West Seattle High to Boy's State. Neil was unable to attend the Post meeting but sent a letter relating his experiences at Boy's State. The letter was read to the audience by Commander Coffey.

After the Boy's State presentation 2nd Vice Commander Larry Fischer recognized guests and new members and thanked them for attending the meeting. Commander Coffey closed the meeting at 8:45pm.

Upcoming speakers at Post 227 are as follows:
  • October Chaplain Roy Harrington - Veterans programs he is involved with.
  • November Michael Valiente - Vietnam war Vet speaking of many firebases he helped set up.
  • December Bob Harmon - WWll vet speaking on European war duty with General Patton. (See the movie "The Monuments Men" before this presentation.)
  • January - Michael Reagan - Vietnam Marine vet who does The Fallen Heroes portraits. He was featured on KING5 TV before the September 15th Edmonds POW/MIA event.

The public is invited to attend these presentations starting at 6:30pm on the first Tuesday of each month at Legion Hall in Shoreline, 14521 17th Ave NE, Shoreline 98155.



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Aloha Luau 2017

ALOHA LUAU 2017!

Celebrating  Aloha!

Saturday, October 7, 5:00pm

At the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center
18560 1st AVE NE #1

Ticket sales at the Senior Center Front Desk.

A Traditional Luau Feast! Live music!

Hokulani Hula Studio Dancers!

    General $22

Senior Center Members $20

Children, 12 & Under, $5

Purchase tickets at the Front Desk
or by phone with a credit card: 206-365-1536






Tickets are on sale now for the very popular Aloha Luau at the Senior Center

All are welcome

Purchase tickets at the front desk

or by phone with a credit card

206-365-1536



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Dembowski: Mayor Harrell’s order on Children and Family Justice Center “Right Choice”

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell
County Councilmember Rod Dembowski
On Friday, King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski joined Mayor of Seattle Bruce Harrell, to support his executive order relating to the King County Children and Family Justice Center (CFJC).

Councilmember Dembowski and Mayor Harrell jointly raised their concerns about the proposed CFJC in January of this year.

That prompted the County to seek the advice of Dr. Eric Trupin, Vice Chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, and Director of the Division of Public Behavioral Health and Justice Policy at the University of Washington, on whether the current CFJC design reflects best practices.

Dr. Trupin led a group of experts in a review of the proposed CFJC.

That review identified significant deficiencies with the current proposal in terms of its treatment of justice-involved youth and the CFJC’s relationship to the County Youth Action Plan’s call to end the school-to-prison pipeline.

The report calls for significant redesigning of the CFJC.

“I am proud to stand with Mayor Harrell today and support this executive order,” said Dembowski. 
“Here in Martin Luther King Jr. County, the time is always right to do what is right. Dr. Trupin’s report confirms our view that the currently proposed CFJC falls short on King County’s goal to work toward Zero Youth Detention.

“I look forward to partnering with the community, City, and my colleagues at King County, to implement a science-based restorative justice approach to reduce youth incarceration and serve King County’s children and youth. I will introduce legislation to require that King County follow the recommendations in Dr. Trupin’s report, including the proposed design changes to the CFJC.”




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