Letter to the Editor: Jill Brady is well prepared to serve Shoreline Schools

Friday, November 3, 2017

To the Editor,

As a former member of the Shoreline School Board, I am proud to endorse Jill Brady for for School Board, Position #2

Jill is a longtime education advocate, proven leader and parent. She has volunteered for years in our classrooms, helping children and teachers, as well as leading organizations dedicated to Shoreline Schools.

This is our opportunity to elect an EXCELLENT candidate for the Shoreline School Board.

I know Jill through her involvement in our schools. As a longtime resident with two children, Jill Brady has 14 years of dedication to our school community. She is well known for her integrity, deep knowledge and teamwork. Jill served six years as Trustee and Co-President of the Shoreline Public Schools Foundation, participated on multiple District committees, and has actively worked on four successful bond/levy campaigns, giving her valuable insight into school funding.

Jill has also been an effective PTA officer and leader throughout elementary, middle and high school. She has seen first-hand the importance of strong community engagement and understands how it contributes to quality schools. As an engaged parent who has experienced all three levels, she has a deep understanding of how our schools and curriculum impact students, and it is this first-hand knowledge and connection to our students, teachers and schools that sets her apart.

Jill has gained insight to the strengths and challenges in every aspect of our Shoreline School District. This is a job where experience matters. Jill is well prepared for the responsibilities of a School Board Director and is ready to hit the ground running. In addition, her UW Business degree and organizational management will serve her well.

Jill Brady will make informed decisions to keep our District growing and focused on excellence for all kids.

Please join me in voting for Jill.

Patti Giboney
Lake Forest Park



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Nancy Pearl presents her novel at Third Place Books Friday


The only librarian to have her own action figure, Nancy Pearl has turned her pen to fiction. She will be presenting her novel George and Lizzie (Touchstone press) at Third Place Books on Friday, November 3 at 5:30 pm.

George grew up in a warm and loving family, while Lizzie was only child of two famous psychologists. Both have radically different understandings of what love and marriage should be. When a shameful secret from Lizzie's past resurfaces, she'll need to face her fears in order to accept the true nature of the relationship she and George have built over a decade together.

Signing line tickets with purchase of book.

Third Place Books, Town Center Lake Forest Park, Ballinger Way.


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Library new & used book sale at LFP Saturday

The Lake Forest Park Library will hold its annual sale of new and used books this Saturday, November 4, 2017 from 10am to 4pm.

Holiday books, cookbooks, children’s books, fiction, non-fiction, and media will be featured, with prices starting at one dollar.

All proceeds go towards children’s and adult programs in the Library.

Everything will be half-price from 3pm to 4pm.

Stock up for the holidays and for winter reading!

The sale will be inside the Library in the meeting room. The Library is in Town Center at 17171 Bothell Way NE at NE Ballinger Way, lower level behind the escalator.

For directions, call the Library at 206-362-8860.



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Mayor Johnson invites applicants for Planning Commission vacancies

The City of Lake Forest Park is seeking citizen volunteers to fill two unexpired terms on the Planning Commission. Planning Commissioners normally serve three-year terms; however, the terms for these two vacant positions expire on February 28, 2018 and February 28, 2020.

The Planning Commission provides recommendations to the Mayor and City Council for changes and updates to the Comprehensive Plan, zoning code, and land use policies.

As citizen representatives, commissioners recommend programs and policies according to the needs and values of the community. The Planning Commission meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm at City Hall.

Planning Commissioners are required to reside within the Lake Forest Park city limits.

If you are interested in serving on the Planning Commission, submit an application form and resume/letter of interest to Mayor Jeff Johnson at City Hall or by email. Appointments are tentatively scheduled for the City Council’s regular meeting on December 14, 2017, and take effect immediately upon appointment.

It is possible that appointment to the position with the term that expires in February 2018 may be extended three years, to February 28, 2021.



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Donate costumes to THE WORKS

Will that Halloween costume still fit your child next year?

If not, consider donating it to THE WORKS, the Shoreline PTA Council Clothing Room.

They are also looking for gently used winter coats and jackets.

The WORKS is open for donations on Wednesdays (when school is in session) from 6:00-8:00pm.

If you are unable to drop off a donation at that time, please contact Jill to make alternate arrangements.

The WORKS success is supported by generous community donations and volunteers— We appreciate your continued support!

More information on The WORKS here



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What do I want to do in retirement? Nov 21 at Senior Center

Thursday, November 2, 2017



What will you do in retirement? Lack of relationships and meaningful work or purpose often lead to boredom, depression, and declining health. Yet options grow with each year.

Come to the Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Senior Center on Tuesday, November 21, 2017 from 10:30 to 11:30am for some inspiration!

18560 1st Ave NE, 98155, southernmost building on the Shoreline Center campus. 



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Classifieds: Fire Commissioners meet


Classifieds: Board of Commissioners of Shoreline Fire Department special meeting on November 14 to discuss 2018 budget.



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Islamic speaker to make presentation at Richmond Beach Congregational Church Saturday

Shoreline Bosnian Mosque
Photo by Mahar Dizdar
The imam of the Bosnian Mosque in Shoreline, Begzudin Jusic, will speak about Islam Saturday, November 4, at 7pm at the Richmond Beach Congregational Church.

The dessert potluck with mosque members is scheduled for 7-9pm on the lower level of the church at the corner of Richmond Beach Road (1512 NW 195th St, Shoreline).

Sponsors promise plenty of time to ask questions.



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Dembowski legislation would ban solitary confinement for youth in detention

Rod Dembowski
Metropolitan King County Council Vice Chair Rod Dembowski introduced legislation today that would ban solitary confinement for minors in detention.

The proposal would also require the County to provide incarcerated youth with adequate educational resources, and calls for the use of detention practices suited for youth and their brain development, regardless of the location where the young person is detained.

“We are working hard to improve our juvenile justice system in King County. We know from scientific research that solitary confinement can permanently harm young people,” Dembowski said. 
“I had previously been led to believe that King County did not engage in this practice, and I am disheartened and frustrated that King County has for years treated juvenile offenders with adult jail rules and practices at the Regional Justice Center (RJC) in Kent. 
"In addition, it is apparent to me that educational programs required by law are woefully inadequate at the RJC.”

Most youth detained by the County are held at the King County Juvenile Detention Center in Seattle. Some young people who have been charged as adults are housed at the Maleng Regional Justice Center or, occasionally, at the King County Correctional Facility.

Those youth are separated from the adult population at these facilities, but solitary confinement has also been used to punish young offenders. (see related article)

The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry has noted that even short periods of isolation often have serious long-term mental health impacts on juveniles, and research has shown that solitary confinement does not reduce behavioral incidents and may increase aggressive or violent behavior by youth.

“It is our moral imperative to facilitate child and youth development that allows each young person to be productive and effectively engaged in our community,” said Janis Avery, CEO of Treehouse. 
“When young people commit crimes that lead to incarceration and prosecution, it is critically important that we engage in rehabilitation rather than punishment. Youth and young adults are capable of change and deserve intervention to lead a contributing and satisfying life.”

“Placing youth in solitary confinement must stop. It is inconsistent with our community’s belief that rehabilitation, not punishment, is the primary goal of our juvenile justice system,” said Terry Pottmeyer, President and CEO of Friends of Youth. “We wholeheartedly support Councilmember Dembowski’s effort to end the solitary confinement of children in King County.”

The legislation proposed by Dembowski seeks to implement reforms while ensuring the safety of King County staff working in the detention facilities.

It would ban the use of solitary confinement for youth in all county detention facilities. It also calls for the Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention to take into consideration the developmental needs of young people in detention and take steps to ensure they have access to education and therapeutic programs that will set them up for success when they leave the detention facility.

“Justice-involved youth will come out of the system and return to our society. I believe that we should do what we can to support them returning as productive members of our community,” said Dembowski. 
“Adult-jailing practices and inadequate educational opportunities hinder, rather than help achieve that goal for youth. It's past time to end them.”


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Flags at half-staff Saturday

Governor Inslee is deeply saddened by the death of Chief Warrant Officer Jacob M. Sims, 36, and directs that Washington State and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff in his memory on Saturday, November 4, 2017.

CWO Sims died of injuries he sustained in a helicopter crash in eastern Afghanistan on October 27, 2017.

The Governor's Office has no objection to agencies lowering the flags at the close of business on Friday, November 3, 2017. Flags should remain at half-staff until close of business or sunset on November 4, 2017, or first thing Monday morning, November 6.

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

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 4, 2017, at 1:00pm at the Mountain View Funeral Home, 4100 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood.

Please call 360-902-0383 if you have any questions about this flag lowering.


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King county youth charged as adults will be housed at Youth Services Center

Dow Constantine
King County Executive Dow Constantine signed an Executive Order to move youth charged as adults from the Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent to the Youth Services Center, a facility in Seattle better able to offer age-appropriate programs and services.

Constantine directed that all youth under 18 who have been charged as adults will be housed at the Youth Services Center on East Alder Street, subject to discharge of full bargaining obligations with unions. Females under 18 and charged as adults are currently housed at the Youth Services Center.

Youth now at the Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent will be transferred to the YSC as logistics allow. Five youth have been transferred as of Oct. 26. Fifteen youth currently remain at the Maleng Regional Justice Center.

By March 1, 2018, no youth will be housed at the Maleng Regional Justice Center, except under emergency situations.

By state law, 16- or 17-year-olds are automatically charged as an adult if they are charged with a violent offense such as murder, manslaughter, rape or other crimes. In certain circumstances, the juvenile, the prosecutor or the court may make a motion to transfer the juvenile to adult criminal prosecution.

The Youth Services Center has staff and programming better able to meet the needs of youth. Services include:
  • A King County library branch
  • Full-service school that includes summer courses. Youth are typically in class for six hours per day
  • Programming with volunteers that includes creative writing, improv and gardening
  • Mental health and adolescent clinic provided by physicians from Children’s Hospital and the University of Washington
  • Developmentally appropriate discipline based on adolescent brain science

“King County’s leaders are united in pushing forward with the best ideas in juvenile justice reform. By moving youth charged as adults to the Youth Services Center, we are able to offer age-appropriate programs and services to help them get back on track,” said Executive Constantine. 
“This is just one reform of many, including creating more alternatives to detention and investing in the resolution of family challenges. As our work continues, we will do everything we can to help young people overcome the struggles of adolescence and the burdens of history."

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Audition notice for SCC Opera Workshop

Shoreline Community College opera and musical theater program is pleased to announce auditions for the Opera Workshop 2018 at Shoreline Community College.

Open auditions will be held on Wednesday, November 8, 2017 and Thursday, November 9, 2017 from 3:00 to 5:30pm in the Campus Theater (Building 1600) on the College campus, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133.

Singers and actors are asked to bring one prepared song or aria for the audition (a pianist will be provided).

Auditions are open to all members of the Shoreline and Seattle area community. 

Opera workshop cast members are be required to register for either opera theater or drama performance credit through the college.

This season’s workshop features one-act operas by Washington State composers, including Bruce Monroe and Bern Herbolsheimer.

All works will be fully staged and performed with orchestra, with performances in February 23, 24, and 25, 2018.

SCC Campus Theatre Bldg 1600
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

For the past forty-six years the opera and musical theater program at Shoreline Community College has provided training and basic stage and performance experience for singers and actors, while giving them the opportunity to earn college credit.

For further information contact Dr. Charles Enlow, Director/Producer, Shoreline Community College, Dept. of Music, at 206-546-4524 or cenlow@shoreline.edu.


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Community meeting at Shoreline Community College - all welcome

Building 9000 The PUB at SCC
Photo by Lee Lageschulte


Shoreline Community College is hosting a neighborhood community meeting on campus.

Join them for the next neighborhood conversation on Monday, November 13 at 6:30pm in building 9000 (the “PUB”) at Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, 98133. (maps)

Learn about the College’s future plans and have an opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback to College leadership.

Open to all. Parking is free.


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WeatherWatcher: Time to winterize, snow in the forecast


We have our first, and possibly earliest snow event in at least 15 years in the forecast for Thursday night and Friday night through Sunday morning. Accumulations are not expected at this time as the ground is still warm. This will be our first taste of winter and probably not our last this year.

No Watches, Warnings, or Advisories have been issued

There is a classic snow producing weather pattern right now. If we had this weather pattern 3-4 weeks from now we would have been looking at a serious widespread lowland snow event. Today, however we are far too early in the season so temperatures are marginal for accumulating snow.

The Forecast:
Thursday night after midnight north winds are expected to pick up, bringing the temperatures down to the low-mid 30's. Moisture is expected to still be moving inland and some of these showers or a convergence zone could produce rain and snow mix, or snow, mainly above 500 feet. Keep in mind, Shoreline and Lake Forest Park are very small areas relatively, so this is all by chance if we get any heavy showers or convergence over our specific little area.

Friday will warm up to about the low 40's, removing most of the threat of any snow mixed in with showers. Friday night will be our first freeze, with partly cloudy skies and lows in the low 30's or upper 20's. Time to get those pipes protected and have everything prepared for freezing temperatures outside.

Saturday a new storm approaches, passing from the northwest off the coast to Oregon, which means more cold air gets pulled down from Canada. The chance of rain showers, possibly mixed with snow, increases during the day. Saturday night is calling for likely rain or snow. We still are flirting with the snow level at 500 feet so accumulations are not likely at this time. The rain and snow is expected to continue into Sunday, breaking away to showers in the late morning with the snow level remaining around 500 feet.

Monday things clear up, with sunny skies and highs back into the 50's. It appears we have another warmer storm approaching Tuesday evening to bring increasing clouds and rain on Wednesday next week. Temperatures back to seasonal numbers so the threat of snow is short-lived and gone by this point.

I'll provide updates if anything changes, or if weather advisories are issued. Any time we have a snow level expected near 500 feet it takes very little for it to change to only rain, or only snow. I'll be watching this closely as the storms develop and move in.

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Green Farmers & Blues Men – This Weekend at Third Place Commons


Two exciting things kick off this weekend at Third Place Commons - the new Autumn Blues music series and a series of special, bonus fall farmers markets!

The Autumn Blues series will shine a spotlight on some of Seattle’s best “men of the blues” who also happen to be some of the most popular acts to play the Commons.

The fun starts Friday, Nov. 2nd at 7:30 PM with the Chris Stevens Band, who combine soul-scorching blues with the technical excellence of top flight jazz to serve up a night of fabulous music and irresistible dance tunes!

The Autumn Blues then continue every Friday in November at 7:30pm. And the series culminates in a grand finale weekend with a bluesy bonus show on Saturday, November 25th.

 

The full schedule includes:
  • Fri. Nov. 3 – Chris Stevens Band
  • Fri, Nov. 10 – Brian Lee and the Orbiters
  • Fri, Nov. 17 – Mark DuFresne Band
  • Fri, Nov. 24 – Joe T. Cook Blues Band
  • *BONUS SHOW* Sat, Nov. 25 - Jack Cook and the Phantoms of Soul

On Sunday, Nov. 5th from 10am to 3pm, it’s the start of a series of a different kind with the first of three Lake Forest Park Special Fall Farmers Markets!

Don’t miss your chance to head back to the market for organic and fresh goodies from many of your favorite farmers plus delicious treats from local producers of all kinds. Whether you’re in the market for organic fruits and veggies, craving fresh meat and eggs, or stocking up on yummy Washington delicacies and specialty foods, the LFP Farmers Market has got you covered.

While the daily vendor list is always subject to change, here’s who is expected to attend:

Farmers/Growers:
  • Alvarez Organic Farm
  • Collins Family Orchards
  • Garden Treasures
  • Hidden Rivers Farm
  • Well Fed Farm
  • RP Guerrero Farm
  • Whitehorse Blueberry Farm
  • Raft Island Roses (Nursery)
Producers:
  • Wilson Fish
  • Blue Cottage Jams
  • Doll House Baked Goods
  • Good Grub Granola
  • Greenwood Cider
  • Pete’s Perfect Toffee
  • Seafire Sauces
  • Lopez Island Vineyards
  • Shen Zen Tea
  • North Whidbey Farm
  • La Pasta
Ready to Eat (outdoor only)
  • Drummin' Up Wontons
  • Vespucci Pizza
Special Guest
  • Dennis Cant - Metal Artist

The market will likely be outside in its regular spot at the corner of Bothell Way NE and Ballinger Way NE, adjacent to LFP City Hall. (Unless the weather turns really bad, in which case look for it inside, upstairs at Third Place Commons.) Also remember to mark your calendar for the upcoming farmers market/ Holiday Crafts Fairs combo events on Nov. 19th and Dec. 10th.

So whether you’re craving great food or great music (or both) this weekend, head over to Third Place Commons to get what you need. And check the online calendar to find out about loads of other free events also happening in your Commons community. 



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Used book sale this weekend at Third Place Books


Saturday, November 4th and Sunday, November 5th
Town Center



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Letter to the Editor: Weed through the mistruths - why I became a REALTOR®

To the Editor:

In 2006, my partner and I planned to build a multi-use apartment building on our land where our salon (James Alan) could be located. I love Shoreline, and relished the opportunity to further invest here. Permitting was held up and by the time approved, the economy had crashed. We abandoned the project, though my savings went to trying to save it. I needed a quick solution. I gratefully became a Starbucks barista serving Richmond Beach, earning a paycheck and insurance.

During the following years I worked hard and paid off the debt. It was time for a new challenge. Helping people find the right home, especially in Shoreline, called me like no other career. I completed Realtor® training, and knew that my passion would lead to success.

Being an broker is an honor. I am at each client’s side during one of the biggest decisions and stressors of their lives. I coach clients from musing to signing. I’m a hand holder, negotiator, advisor and friend. I am proud to uphold the strict code of ethics required by the National Realtors Association.

My opponent and her supporters are spreading “alternative facts” about my career choice by implying that being a councilmember could somehow lead to personal gain. I have not marketed my business in the rezone areas, and what are the odds that one agent with about 10 annual transactions would have a listing in one of the rezones? Developers will likely build rental units and any increase in housing stock should stabilize or lower prices, possibly reducing commissions.

I urge you to weed through the mistruth and vote for the candidate who brings passion, integrity and honor to the Shoreline City Council.

Keith McGlashan
Shoreline



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Desperate need for winter coats for Shoreline Schools students


The WORKS, a Shoreline PTA Council free clothing resource for Shoreline School District students is desperately in need of winter coats!

If you have new or gently used warm coats, would you please consider donating them?

The WORKS is open for donations on Wednesdays (when school is in session) from 6:00-8:00pm.

If you are unable to drop off a donation at that time, please contact Jill to make alternate arrangements.

The WORKS success is supported by generous community donations and volunteers— We appreciate your continued support!

More information on The WORKS here



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Bloodworks bus at Richmond Beach fire safety center on Saturday

Wednesday, November 1, 2017

Saturday blood drive at RB Fire Safety Center
Bleed Blue and Green this Season
 
Donate blood for a chance to meet Seattle Linebacker, Bobby Wagner!

Each time you give blood or volunteer this season, you'll automatically be entered to win an invitation to a private party with Seattle linebacker, Bobby Wagner. 

You'll also give patients in our community a shot at another day. All you have to do is show up and Bleed for the Blue and Green

For more details, visit BloodworksNW.org/Bobby

While our primary mission supports local patients, when catastrophes happen we do whatever we can to help. Whether the need is local or somewhere else, we need to be able to respond instantly -- and for that we need stronger inventories all the time.

We are encouraging all eligible donors to donate as we are quickly approaching the holiday season.

Will you please join us at our upcoming blood drive?

Bus at the Richmond Beach Fire Safety Center


Saturday, November 4
10am to 4pm (lunch break 12pm to 1pm)

To make an appointment, call 800-398-7888 or sign up online

Walk-ins Welcome. Please bring a photo I.D.

Thank you for being a life-saver!



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Letter to the Editor: We need a school board member with teaching experience

To the Editor:

My family and I live in Shoreline School District’s Director District 2 and we support Heather Fralick as our next school board member.

Heather is a dedicated, passionate advocate for all children, and opposes charter schools and the Betsy DeVos agenda. She is active in her son’s school PTSA as a member of the PTSA’s executive committee and as a classroom volunteer.

I think we need a member of the school board with the experience of being a teacher. Not only does she currently work with high school teachers on curriculum development and teaches at our local community colleges, she served as a K-12 substitute teacher before she got a Master’s Degree in education policy.

Heather has the experience and values that we all should want in our next school board member.

Angela Henry
Shoreline



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Shoreline High School Class of 62 is on the web

Dick Carver, SHS Class of '62
Dick Carver, Shoreline High School class of 1962, is working on switching his SHS Class of ‘62 web presence from Classmates.com, to Classreport.org.

He says "There is no cost to register for Classmates and the site is supported by donations. As Class Administrator, I have added all 577 classmates, and uploaded all their Tide 1962 photos on Classreport.org – Shoreline Class of ‘62."

Shoreline High Class of 1962 Classreport web link

Today's featured biography is Murray Pletz McCory, who started the billion dollar business Jansport right here in Shoreline.



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New drinking stations at Eagle Scout Park and Lake Forest Park Elementary

Principal Aimee Miner, LFPWD General Manager Alan Kerley and Commissioner Dave Hammond
with the new LFP Elementary water / bottle fountain
Photo courtesy LFP Water District


As part of their community outreach, the Lake Forest Park Water District has donated two drinking/ bottle stations for students and staff at LFP Elementary.

New drinking fountain at Eagle Scout Park
Photo LFPWD


In addition, they coordinated with the City of LFP for placement of a drinking fountain at Eagle Scout Park, at the juncture of NE 180th and NE 178th.

These stations eliminate the need for purchasing bottled water, and reduce plastics in the environment.



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Letter to the Editor: Shoreline City Council, Position #1

To the Editor:

The defenders of the incumbent for Shoreline City Council, Position #1, Keith McGlashan, refuse to acknowledge, much less discuss, his very serious and obvious ethical problem. McGlashan is a real estate broker helping to make land-use decisions for our city, decisions that could directly affect his personal income and business opportunities. Personal integrity would require him to recuse himself from participating in these discussions and decisions, but this has not happened.

McGlashan played a significant role in the adoption by the council of the radical rezones in 2015-2016, in the neighborhoods of the planned transit stations. The provisions in the relevant ordinances were outrageously favorable to developers, but terrible for the families living in the rezones.

Ask these thousands of families in the two radical rezone areas how their lives have been upended by the decisions McGlashan made, despite the hundreds of residents who came to testify against the rezone plans, multiple times.

These families did not ask to stop all rezoning in the relevant areas but simply to reduce the affected areas to no larger than required by the Washington State Growth Management Act. They were met with total intransigence by McGlashan, who rejected anything less threatening to their middle-income, single-family, long-time established neighborhoods.

Jin-Ah Kim brings a far more enlightened and compassionate attitude to governance. Kim does not want to impose unwanted and unnecessary changes on any neighborhood. She understands the healing value of apologizing for errors, of treating differences of opinion as just that, rather than as battlegrounds where enemies go for the kill.

We need Kim’s commitment to seeking what’s best for our residents without being beholden to any special interests. A vote for Jin-Ah Kim is a vote for improved community harmony and responsive city government.

Elaine Phelps
Shoreline



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Classifieds: Facility Closure Notice

Facility Closure Notice:

On Thursday, November 2nd all Shoreline Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services staff will participate in Diversity and Inclusion training. As a result, the following facilities will experience schedule changes on that day only:


  • Shoreline Pool - closed from 5:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., opening at 5:30 p.m. for evening programs.
  • Spartan Recreation Center - open for registered programs only. No Indoor Playground or Senior Volleyball.
  • Richmond Highlands Recreation Center (Shoreline Teen Center) -  closed.
  • Parks Administration and Maintenance staff will be unavailable.


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Active shooter drill in LFP - Round 2 - yelling and screaming possible

Active shooter drill
Photo courtesy NS Fire
LFP Police have advised that on Thursday, November 2, 2017, from approximately 9:00pm to 3:00am, the Lake Forest Park Police Department and Northshore Fire Department are conducting a joint training exercise for active shooter responses.

This training will occur in a closed-off area of the mall (Town Center at Lake Forest Park). For safety reasons, this training is not open to members of the public.

Be advised you may hear loud sounds, including yelling, screaming, and simulated gunfire. 

These are important tools to assist law enforcement and fire/rescue personnel in working through their training effectively. You may see police and fire vehicles parked in the lower part of the mall for staging and training purposes.

We appreciate your understanding of this vital and necessary training.

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Pie and coffee at the Museum with Hillwood Community Network

Join the Hillwood Community Network for pumpkin pie and coffee at the Shoreline Historical Museum, this Saturday, 10 to 11:30am. 18501 Linden Ave N, Shoreline 98133

Our local history museum is filled with interesting stories about our city. Come take a tour of the many exhibits they have crafted. Vicki Stiles, Museum Director will be on hand to answer questions.

Plus you can meet some neighbors. This is a social event, no meeting of any kind.

Sponsored by Hillwood Community Network, home of the Shoreline Historical Museum.

Questions? Call 206-546- 5430 or email.



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New and used book sale Saturday at Lake Forest Park Library

The Lake Forest Park Library will hold its annual sale of new and used books this Saturday, November 4, 2017 from 10am to 4pm.

Holiday books, cookbooks, children’s books, fiction, non-fiction, and media will be featured, with prices starting at one dollar.

All proceeds go towards children’s and adult programs in the Library.

Everything will be half-price from 3pm to 4pm.

Stock up for the holidays and for winter reading!

The sale will be inside the Library in the meeting room. The Library is in Town Center at 17171 Bothell Way NE at NE Ballinger Way, lower level behind the escalator.

For directions, call the Library at 206-362-8860.



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Photos: Trick or Treaters

Tuesday, October 31, 2017

Photo by Wayne Pridemore


When porches fill

With little feet

It's time to call out,

"Trick or Treat!" 

---Rusty Fischer

Photo by Wayne Pridemore


At Pridemore's door, you cannot lose

you get candy - and your photo in the News!

---No one is going to claim this



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Celebration of Winged Things on Saturday



​Coming Saturday: A Celebration of Winged Things!
Free Community Movie
DisneyNature’s: Wings of Life
Saturday, November 4
1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N (98133)

Diggin’ Shoreline wraps up its year of pollinator discovery with a FREE celebration of winged things—honeybees, native bees, hummingbirds, moths, and more with two showings of the DisneyNature movie, Wings of Life (1:15 and 3:00pm).

Be sure to come early to get your bag of free organic popcorn. Before, during, and after the movie, experience these:
  • Don Ehlen of Insect Safari and his 4-table display of flying insects and other bugs, featuring pollinators. 
  • Wondering about what it takes to host a honey bee hive or other things you can do to help save them? Be sure to visit with the folks from Puget Sound Beekeepers Association. 
  • Want to know more about native plants and the pollinators attracted to them?
Stop by the Washington Native Plant Society Master Native Plant Stewards table and hear about the work they’ve been doing at Boeing Creek, Shoreview, Hamlin, Twin Ponds, and Brugger’s Bog Parks throughout the City of Shoreline to preserve and restore native habitat.
  • Take apart a flower at the flower dissection table hosted by the Biology Department of Shoreline Community College. Discover just what pollinators eat and where within a flower their life-giving food source is found.
  • Diggin’ will, of course, have some cool take-home crafts and activities and information to share, too.
Insect costumes are encouraged!



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Jobs: Shoreline Community College

Two new openings at Shoreline Community College

Facilities Operations Maintenance Specialist

Under the general direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, this position will evaluate equipment operations problems and emergencies in the multiple buildings on campus, take appropriate action to return equipment to its normal operating condition, respond to emergency calls and reported malfunctions on mechanical, electrical or utility systems, apply journey-level knowledge in associated trades, work independently and exercise independent judgment to solve problems.

Description and application


Office Assistant 3 – Music Department
 

Under general supervision, the Office Assistant serves as the initial point of contact providing customer service to students, faculty, staff and the community. This position provides office support functions necessary for the effective operations of the department.




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Holiday Benefit Dinner at Shorecrest Nov 14 for Holiday Basket Fund


The Shorecrest ASB and Shorecrest PTSA will host their annual Holiday Benefit Dinner on Tuesday, November 14 from 6:00-8:00pm in the Shorecrest Commons (15343 25th Ave NE) to benefit the Shoreline Holiday Baskets Food and Teen Gift Drive.

This year’s dinner theme is “Fall’s Harvest” and will be catered by the renowned Shorecrest Culinary Arts Program. Guests will also be treated to entertaining musical and dance performances from some of Shorecrest’s amazing student performance groups.

Come kick off the holiday season with great food and entertainment for a great cause! All proceeds go to the Shoreline Holiday Baskets Food and Teen Gift Drive.

Tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under.

There are three ways to purchase your ticket (through Nov. 9)
  • In person - from Andy Denney at the ASB Window, Shorecrest High School 
  • By mail – fill out order form and mail to Holiday Benefit Dinner, c/o Shorecrest High School 15343 – 25th Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155
  • By credit card - use the following link and use the “guest login” 
    • To find and buy tickets, go to: Items at all schools and High schools and Shorecrest and Fill out your choices

All proceeds from this event will be used for the Shorecrest Holiday Basket Drive in partnership with the Shorecrest PTSA

Tickets purchased through the mail and online will be available at “will call” on Tuesday, November 14 or can be picked up ahead of time the Shorecrest ASB. Bring printed receipts for online tickets. If you have any questions, contact ASB Coordinator Andy Denney, 206-393-4291.



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Shoreline Fire calls Oct 9-15 and 16-22

Four Shoreline fire fighters packing up to come home
from fighting wild fires in California
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire

Shoreline Fire calls for  the week of October 9-15

  • Aid - 50
  • Aid Non Emergency - 23
  • MVA (Motor Vehicle Accident) - 4
  • CMT (Community Medicine Team) - 8
  • Medic - 40
  • MVA Medic - 1
  • MVA Rescue - 1
    • vehicle into a tree @ 1:45am Sunday, extricated and taken by Aid to hospital
  • Cardiac Arrest - 5
  • AFA (Automatic Fire Alarm) - 8
  • Flooding Minor - 1
    • bathroom faucet would not shut off
  • Gas Spill/Absorbent - 1
    • from a vehicle at gas station
  • Smoke/Burn Complaint - 3
  • Smoke/Haze in the Area - 1
  • Service Calls - 4
    • toddler locked self in bedroom
    • 2 blood draw
    • fire extinguisher exploded)
  • Vehicle Fire - 1 on I-5
    • turned out to be a radiator leak

Shoreline Fire calls for  the week of October 16-22

  • Aid - 76
  • Aid Non Emergency - 7
  • MVA (Motor Vehicle Accident) - 6
  • CMT (Community Medicine Team) - 0
  • Medic - 26
  • MVA Medic - 0
  • Cardiac Arrest - 0
  • AFA (Automatic Fire Alarm) - 15
  • Flooding Minor - 1
  • Service Call - 4
    • 1 blood draw
    • 1 hydrant hit
    • 1 odd odor
    • 1 tree down and blocking roadway
  • Smoke Smell - 1
  • Vehicle Fire - 1


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Tree City USA award to be presented at Hillwood Park work party Saturday

Hillwood Park
Photo courtesy City of Shoreline

Shoreline has been recognized as a Tree City USA for the fifth year in a row.

Come celebrate by helping remove invasive species and plant new trees and plants in Hillwood Park on Saturday, November 4, from 10am to 2pm.

Hillwood Park, 18947 3rd NW Ave 98177

As part of the work party events, Linden Lampman, Urban Forestry Specialist from the Washington State Department of Natural Resources, will present Mayor Chris Roberts and Park Board Chair Betsy Robertson with the Tree City USA recognition.

Representatives from EarthCorps will be on hand to lead the work party and provide some environmental education along the way. The work party is from 10:00am to 2:00pm.

Join your neighbors and fellow native plant enthusiasts in mulching, removing invasive species, and replacing them with native plants. The Shoreline Parks Department is providing native ground covers, trees, and shrubs for planting.

Dress appropriately; long sleeves, gloves, and a hat are recommended. Tools and gloves will be available, but you will be most comfortable with your own pair of gloves. Feel free to bring a trowel, fork, and/ or loppers if you have them. For more information, email Kirk Peterson or call him at 206- 801-2611.

Shoreline achieved 2016 Tree City USA recognition by meeting the program’s four standards: a tree board or department, a tree-care ordinance, an annual community forestry budget of a least $2 per capita, and an Arbor Day observance and proclamation.

The Arbor Day Foundation is a million member nonprofit conservation and education organization with the mission to inspire people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. Started in 1976, the Tree City USA program, sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation, in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service and the National Association of State Foresters, is celebrating its 40th Anniversary this year.



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Letter to the Editor: I strongly support Heather Fralick for school board

To the Editor,

I strongly support Heather Fralick as our next school board member. She is smart, considerate, fair, and kind - all qualities we want in our elected officials.

When I first met her, I noticed right away she cares for all the kids at our school and really wants to make sure that every student has a safe learning space. She is a volunteer teacher at school where she reads to the kids and gets the students excited about learning.

She is deeply committed to continuing the traditions of excellence in our schools, advocating for full funding of our children’s education, and working with parents and educators to achieve the best outcomes for every Shoreline and Lake Forest Park student.

Every time I talk with her, I am impressed by her passion, dedication, and commitment to public education and the Shoreline School District.

Susan McIntyre
Shoreline



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LFP “Big Five” Coffee Meeting Saturday Nov 4

Mayor will be joined by other
elected officials on Saturday
Mayor Jeff Johnson said he had a “crazy idea” one day and that was to bring the salmon back to the City of Lake Forest Park creeks and streams.

Today that idea is coming alive with much more as City elected officials host a coffee on Saturday, November 4th from 9:00am to 10:30am at LFP City Hall Council Chambers to answer questions about the “Big Five” planning efforts.

Mayor Johnson said that he is looking forward to following through with the City Council Strategic Plan and all the “Big Five” visions they have outlined, as well as taking action to create regulations that helps anyone who wants to “invest in us” to do that in “the right way.”

City elected officials are wanting to hear your questions about all this.

What are the “Big Five?” They represent planning across the entire City. 
Ideally they will all interrelate together to bring solutions and ideas to enhance our community and improve living conditions going forward and into the next 50 years. 

Find out more at these links:


1.  Central Subarea Plan
 
The coming of Sound Transit’s bus rapid transit (BRT) and a proposed park-and-ride structure to be built in the vicinity of the Town Center or somewhere in LFP, has initiated a plan that will include visioning and helping to shape a new Central Subarea Plan. The entire Town Center area will be examined for redevelopment and is a central part of this plan’s discussion.

2.  LFP Safe Highways

Focuses on developing options to make both SR 104 and SR 522 safer and better, while accommodating transit, pedestrians and bicycle riders.

3.  LFP Safe Streets

Examines all other surface streets' safety issues and seeks to increase better connections to transit and other amenities like parks, schools and the Burke-Gilman Trail; priorities will need to be established.

4.  Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails (PROST)

Planning for current and future park plans and trails. First meeting to take place on November 8th from 6:00pm to 8:30pm.

5.  Healthy Creeks

Website still in development. (Mayor Jeff Johnson’s idea to bring salmon back to the creeks -- ask him about it on Saturday.)




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Letter to the Editor: Observing the Candidates for City Council Position 1

To the Editor:

I am writing to offer my personal observations of the candidates in the upcoming election for City Council Position 1 between Keith McGlashan and Jin-Ah Kim.

Ms. Kim’s campaign flyer tries to discredit Mr. McGlashan by stating “He was Mayor when the Point Wells development was approved . . .”. While true that Mr. McGlashan was the Mayor, does Ms. Kim not know that it was Snohomish County where the property sits that approved the development? Or does she know and just not care if a true statement can be manipulated to imply something that makes your opponent sound bad? Not very good either way.

I saw Ms. Kim in person at a Democratic political meeting earlier this year. She attacked a candidate seeking an endorsement from the group by stating that an unflattering article was “the very first item that appears on a Google search of your name.” It was disappointing to learn later that the unflattering article was not really the first item that appeared on a Google search about the candidate. The article could be found, but it took some work and was clearly not “the very first item” that appeared. Ms. Kim seems comfortable distorting the truth for political advantage.

My observations of Keith McGlashan are very different. I do not know Mr. McGlashan well and don’t agree with every decision he has made, but I have found him to be informed and thoughtful about his decisions, and respectful and honest in our discussions.

Truth from our elected officials is still important, maybe more now than ever in the age of Trump. My concerns about Ms. Kim’s approach to politics and what that would mean for the Shoreline City Council led me to contribute to Mr. McGlashan’s campaign, and I urge Shoreline residents to vote for him in the upcoming election.

Tim Friedrichsen
Shoreline



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Crime in Shoreline weeks ending 10-16-17 - Double Edition

Photo by Steven H. Robinson
Selected items from the Shoreline Police Blotter, week ending October 9, 2017

09-25  Vehicle used in burglary fled after attempted high risk stop. Pursuit ensued but ended for public safety reasons.
09-26  Woman and 13 year old son were walking in Fred Meyer parking lot when a man in a car pulled next to them and started masterbating.
09-30  Attempted burglary of Ridgecrest Public House. A pry bar was used on the front door.
10-02  Burglar forced way into house through back door window, took numerous items, and likely assaulted the dog.
10-03  Slider forced on condo and dog stolen at Echo Cove. Possible suspect is subject of protection order.
10-03  Bicyclist ran red light at N 160th and Aurora and was hit by a car and injured.
10-05  Busted two different people selling drugs in parking lot of police station at midnight and 1am.
10-05  Cable wire cut at residence with ongoing civil battle over ownership.
10-06  Mail thief caught on Ashworth with a backpack full of mail.
10-06  Female driver was followed down 15th NE by a bicyclist brandishing a knife and calling racial slurs.
10-07  Drunken 18 year old with a bottle of vodka falls on sidewalk. Officer pours out the vodka and issues a warning.
10-07  Drunk driver causes two car collision on Aurora at 1am.
10-07  Hospice caregiver became concerned when client did not answer door. Called Fire for a welfare check. They forced open the apartment door, but client was not at home.
10-08  Arrest for DUI hit and run collision at I-5 off ramp at 175th.
10-09  Pedestrian who was stopped for violation at 12:30am headbutted officer and was booked for assault.

Selected items from the Shoreline Police Blotter, week ending October 16, 2017

Trending this week: Drunks, mental breakdowns, suicide attempts

10-08  Woman at Hideaway Casino sent for involuntary commitment after mental breakdown. She was undressing in bathroom, opening restaurant packages, and incoherent.
10-09  Driver stopped for using a cell phone, following too closely, and blocking a driveway, was arrested on DUI.
10-10  Adult with mental issues runs away from group home and is located at Starbucks.
10-10  Safeway employees at 155th called about a suicidal man who was running into traffic.
10-10  Pedestrian called about a man who was stumbling and walking in the middle of the road on Meridian.
10-11  Officers responded to a call from a juvenile who was thinking about killing herself over rumors at school.
10-11  Drunk enters the wrong apartment through unlocked slider and falls asleep.
10-13  Man with mental issues told postal worker he was going to shoot him.
10-13  Patron at Spartan Gym lost wedding ring.
10-13  Vehicle abandoned at Ballinger McDonald's had what appeared to be stolen mail in it.
10-14  Person who kicked in front door at 3am to burgle house at 158xx 5th NE was arrested.
10-14  House egged and vehicle damaged at 5xx NW 185th.
10-15  Man sleeping at Aurora Safeway was arrested on department of corrections felony warrant.


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Happy Halloween in cartoon and rhyme



   Halloween 1992

Here they come beating a path to my door,
In twos and threes, and fours or more,
Floating, bloating, and gloating with “Goshes!”
Arms flopping, feet stomping in ghoulish galoshes.

I open the door -- look out at the street.
Oops, those furtive urchins are down by my feet.
“Is it that time again?” I ask, beating a hasty retreat,
But they ambush me with “Trick or Treat!”

My, you’re a cute rumpled dumpling,” I mumble
And stick out a tray of food for fast fumbling.
“Take two, my little Petite Piece of Pasta.
At the Mirabeau or Canlis these morsels would cost ya.”

Yes, little jesters, keep gesturing and pestering.
Keep those digestive juices just festering.
Halloween beans and licorice cookies,
I’ve reams of rollicking recipes, rookies.

Yes, it takes a staunch stomach and that’s no joke.
This beast of a feast isn’t for finicky folk.
So eat spinach and carrots until the next time
When I greet you again with more rare food and rhyme.

Witchie (Vicki) Westberg



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Book Review by Aarene Storms: Ghosts

Ghosts by Raina Telgemeier

Catrina and her family move to Bahia de la Luna because Cat's little sister Maya has cystic fibrosis and will benefit from the cool salty air from the sea. Soon the girls and their family learn that the town and nearby mission is haunted--and the townspeople welcome the ghosts.

They even throw a big dia de los muertos party every year so they can enjoy music and dancing with the dead. Maya, aware that her disease will probably kill her sooner rather than later, is thrilled to meet the ghosts, but Cat isn't so sure. She doesn't want all these dead people to hurt her sister.

This sweet graphic novel story of friendship and family is beautifully illustrated in Telgemeier's signature style, with expressive characters and fun backdrops.

HOWEVER, the book (and the author) have been accused of cultural appropriation: the author is not Mexican-American, and yet her story centers around the Mexican tradition of welcoming the beloved dead.

As a storyteller, I do not stand firmly against cultural appropriation. If we forbid everyone from the outside a culture to look inside via stories, world peace would be truly impossible, and I don't believe that. This book centers around a young, culturally-mainstream American girl; although her abuela was Mexican, her mother rejected the Mexican culture as a teen and has raised her daughters away from Mexican traditions. Therefore, Cat's experience with the dia de los muertos tradition allows other non-Mexican readers to follow her as she learns.

This is a major goal of fiction: to bring the reader closer to something new, and this book achieves that goal.

Recommended for ages 8 to adult.

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

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



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