WeatherWatcher: Double windstorms, High Wind Advisory issued

Sunday, November 12, 2017


Monday - Tuesday are going to be windy days as a series of storms move through the area. The first and strongest storm is expected to arrive early Monday morning. A high wind advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service in Seattle. The advisory is in effect from Monday 7am until Monday 7pm.

Winds are expected to pick up in the morning hours and peak between 11am and 4pm. The advisory states that wind gusts to 55mph are possible. There is a lot of uncertainty with this storm, with models varying from gusts to 35mph to as strong as 60mph.

In this scenario it is possible for this storm to become a non-event or it could intensify and cause a sudden high wind warning to be issued in the morning hours. Regardless of strength, power outages are expected as soils are wet and some of our trees are still holding onto summer foliage.

Tuesday a second system is bringing renewed winds, but at this time they are expected to remain in the 25-35mph range. With these storms you can expect rain as well. We are looking at 1-2 inches of rainfall between these two windstorms, ending Wednesday morning.

Beyond Wednesday it appears a continued series of storm fronts are moving through; right now Friday is indicated as another windy day. Typical November weather for the northwest.

For current weather conditions please visit www.shorelineweather.com



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Crime in Shoreline week ending 10-30-17 - mental breakdowns

Photo by Steven H. Robinson
Selected items from the Shoreline police blotter, week ending October 30, 2017.

10-23  Residential burglary 5xx NE 180th, pried open door.
10-24  During enforcement patrol on Interurban Trail at 145th, cited a repeat offender with alcohol.
10-24  Attempted commercial burglary at KK Smoke Shop, 14610 15th NE.
10-24  Subject transported for detox after found passed out drunk, blocking door to Pho 99 restaurant at 199th and Aurora.
10-24  24 Hour Fitness - lock cut and items stolen from locker.
10-25  Male waving a knife around at NE 175th and 15th NE was taken in for mental evaluation.
10-25  Male wandering around Costco lot was taken for mental evaluation.
10-25  Residential burglary 193xx Aurora. Forced entry. Took jewelry, electronics, golf equipment,
10-25  Resident in assisted living home sent for involuntary commitment for the 4th time in two weeks after taking clothes off and breaking things.
10-27  Male reported he had been assaulted in an argument over drugs in a house where he had been couch surfing. Didn't want to pursue assault charges, just wanted help getting his things.
10-27  Shoplifter assaults Aurora Safeway loss prevention officer and is booked.
10-28  Found two males inside locked construction site on Aurora at 1:30am.
10-28  Attempted burglary at Ballinger Hair Masters.
10-29  Subject passed out behind the wheel of vehicle in Jack in the Box drive thru with transmission in drive.
10-29  Someone stole a briefcase containing a computer and wallet from an unlocked car on NW 201st.
10-29  Female picked up on street at NE 177th and 15th NE taken for mental evaluation.



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Photo: Fall decor

Photo by Shirley Sidell

Perfect decor for Thanksgiving!




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ST3 planning strains city resources in Lake Forest Park

LFP Central Subarea

By Donna Hawkey

The process for a City such as Lake Forest Park that usually would take two or three years, has been packed into a timetable of months due to King County’s fast-track Sound Transit (ST3) development needs.

On Saturday November 4th, the Mayor and three City Councilmembers held a coffee to answer questions and hear concerns from residents about any of the “Big Five” projects list. (See previous article.)  The ST3/Central Subarea Plan dominated the conversation.

Although the timetable to deliver an initial ST3/ Central Subarea Plan is very tight, the whole process will take time to sort out. The planning timetable has created much strain on City staff who are fully busy with regular work duties.

Even during normal workloads, consulting firms hired by the City to do government studies are necessary in order to achieve State and Federal funding.

Now previously committed Federal Funds for transportation improvements are being threatened by cuts made to the national budget, so planning throughout the whole region is being affected.

Additional contributing local factors have increased budgeting needs for ST3 due to property values increasing 44% since 2014, and the shortage of construction workers adding to rising labor costs.

Bus rapid transit through Lake Forest Park
with parking in LFP, Kenmore, and Bothell

Sound Transit will be building a Bus Rapid Transit Station at Town Center with buses traveling directly into downtown Seattle and the University District just as is happening today. One resident did point out that there is no mass transit plan for traveling north at this time.

There is a common misunderstanding about the definition of “Bus Rapid Transit.” Buses will be running every ten minutes, however, they are not traveling at faster speeds, as stated by Councilmember Phillippa Kassover.

Many residents may not realize that while City Hall is located in the Town Center, the property firm, Merlone Geier Partners, owns the largest percentage of land and retail space. The City has developed a symbiotic relationship with this organization which may serve it well going forward. 

Meetings for the ST3/ Central Subarea Plan include representatives from Merlone Geier, Sound Transit and various City Councilmembers and City Staff members. Merlone Geier has been doing further outreach through scheduling meetings with various Lake Forest Park community groups for their input.

Rain garden demonstration project in LFP

The recent rain garden demonstration project (located in front of the Bank of America building) was cited as a successful public-private partnership experience which was initially spearheaded by Councilmember Mark Phillips due to a grant he helped secured.

Plans by the Mayor to develop a citizen community-wide advisory role to help sort out resident priorities was well-received.

For many years, LFP residents have asked for a commuter parking garage at Town Center. Now that the reality is here due to ST3 planning, some residents are showing concerns over increased traffic issues and the aesthetics of a parking garage especially in a limited Town Center development footprint.

There is a strong desire to keep all neighborhoods intact, and maintain the character of a City that has fought hard to hold on to past community values and philosophies.

Some discussions have also occurred in the City’s Planning Commission about the idea of using building material that can be repurposed. In the event of big shifts in automobile technology advances. the parking garage could be transformed into a different usage as needed.

Design ideas to mitigate noise along Highway 522 by building concrete walls that include plant vegetation such as the one at the entrance of the University of Washington, Bothell location were mentioned as keeping in character with Lake Forest Park and its green values.

City Council has listed “Healthy Creeks” as one of its priorities in the “Big Five” planning list. The City has had strong historical environmental and preservation ethics.

There are concerns that pollution and various increases in automobile and other damaging liquid runoffs could impede the ability to maintain and further develop healthy creeks. Residents at the November 4th meeting were assured that the Mayor and all City Councilmembers are working in their best interests because they want LFP to remain a nice livable community as well.

For example, Councilmember Phillippa Kassover, who is an alternate member on the Seashore Transportation Forum, said she is learning much about ST3 plans through this involvement which is an ever evolving process due to its complex nature. And Councilmembers fought hard for Lake Forest Park to have the same voting strength as Seattle, otherwise, the bigger cities like Bothell and Woodville could take too much of the budget pie. Mayor Jeff Johnson was co-chair of this forum in 2016.

The informal nature of this coffee meeting worked well as participants had the ability to actually discuss issues directly with City leaders. LFP Gov Watch Chair Myra Gamburg concurred and relayed how much she appreciated this meeting time and the conversation exchange.

"Involving all residents in this process is so important as it is clear now how very much this planning affects everyone and not just one or two neighborhoods" explained Myra.

Councilmember John Wright pointed out that a big question for residents to answer will be; How much density should further be absorbed in a 3.5 square mile of land that already is feeling gridlock problems at peak rush hour times?

Councilmember Phillippa Kassover remarked that we need to have “voices in many places,” and to put on citizen pressure when and wherever you feel it is needed. “We'll count on you!” she exclaimed.

Donna Hawkey is a 21 year resident of Lake Forest Park and can be reached at dhawkey@comcast.net.



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Classifieds: Planning Commission meeting canceled

As required by RCW 42.30, the Open Public Meetings Act, you are hereby notified that the Thursday, November 16, 2017 meeting of the Shoreline Planning Commission has been CANCELLED.

The next regular meeting will be Thursday, December 7, 2017 7:00pm.



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Resilient Shoreline - free workshops to help youth build skills against stress and anxiety


Free Skill Building Day: Stress Anxiety and You
November 18, 9:30am to Noon 
Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N, 98133

Social Media, pressure in school, troubling events in the news, all combine to increase levels of stress and anxiety among children and youth. This free workshop is for adults and teens who want to become more resilient and to improve their capacity to help themselves and others to deal with stress and anxiety. 



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What's going on at Shoreline Community College?

Shoreline Community College campus
Photo courtesy SCC
Come find out on Monday at a Community meeting on campus.

Monday, November 13, 2017, 6:30 – 8pm, in the PUB (9000 Bldg), Room 9208, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133.

Come to a neighborhood conversation to 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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Veterans celebration at Aegis of Shoreline

Jerry Pickard photographs the dinner guests
at Aegis of Shoreline veterans recognition


Text and photos by Jerry Pickard

On Friday November 10, 2017 Aegis of Shoreline held its 2nd Annual Veterans Day dinner and Veterans Recognition ceremony.

Colonel Bill Macully, left, was master of ceremonies
Brigadier General Ray Coffey stands behind him


Attended by 65 veterans and spouses, the master of ceremonies was Colonel Bill Macully

A bagpipe player started the event by playing "Amazing Grace". Six year old Symphony Ames sang the National Anthem.

Richard White, Earl Thompson and Raymond Coffey performed a Flag Folding Ceremony
 

After the Pledge of Allegiance, Richard White, Earl Thompson and Raymond Coffey performed a Flag Folding Ceremony

Veterans were recognized by their branch of service while the piper played that branch's song.

Bob Grasmick stands for the Army.


Bob Grasmic stood for the U.S. Army. WWII Army Air Force Pilot Dwight Stevens stood for the Air Force theme.

A ceremonial POW-MIA table was set.

The Ames family entertained during dinner.
Little Samantha Ames sang the national anthem.


The four course dinner started with a bowl of soup followed by a salad, then the main dish of either steak or salmon with fingerling potatoes and asparagus with a sauce. The dessert was cheesecake.

Susan Wexler of Aegis thanked the veterans for attending and for their service.



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Shoreline Historical Museum Trillium Award winners revealed

From left: Lake Forest Park Trillium Award: Baiki and Harry Khurana; North Seattle Trillium Award: Catherine Walker and daughter; Shoreline Trillium Award: Leslie and Roberta Steed. Photos courtesy Shoreline Historical Museum


As part of its Preservation Recognition Program, on Saturday, November 11, 2017, the Shoreline Historical Museum gave its 12th Annual Trillium Heritage Awards to three deserving contestants in North Seattle, Lake Forest Park and Shoreline.

All of the award winners have worked to keep the historical integrity of their buildings intact, giving their surrounding communities depth and meaning that might otherwise have been lost.

North Seattle winner: 3911 NE 135th St
Photo courtesy Shoreline Historical Museum
The award for North Seattle went to Catherine Walker, owner of a 1928 home constructed with the generous portions of an English country cottage estate. Clifford and Frances Schonacker built the house and a poultry barn, and planted an orchard. The Walkers purchased it in 1965 and restored it to its original glory.

Lake Forest Park winner 18211 Ballinger Way NE
Photo courtesy Shoreline Historical Museum
 
Accepting the award for a historic building in Lake Forest Park were Harry and Baiki Khurana, owners of the 1916 craftsman bungalow at 18211 Ballinger Way NE. One the first homes in Lake Forest Park, it is known as “the Raymond House,” where the family lived until the 1980s - first, Edward and Annabelle Raymond, and then their son Ernie and wife Thelma.

Shoreline winner 19822 15th Ave NW
Photo courtesy Shoreline Historical Museum

The Trillium Heritage Award for the Shoreline area went to the Steed family for the “Hauan House” located at 19822 15th Ave NW. Built possibly a little earlier than 1901, this treasure was the residence of one of the earliest families to settle in Richmond Beach. The Steeds are also related to the John L. Johnsons, who were neighbors of the Hauans. Leslie Steed has lovingly kept the house in its original condition, both inside and out.

The Shoreline Historical Museum’s Trillium Heritage Awards raise awareness of the community’s roots, and encourages excellence in the maintenance and perpetuation of historic buildings in accordance with their original style. Congratulations to the 2017 winners.


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Shorewood drill team wins trophies at competition

Saturday, November 11, 2017

2017 Shorewood Drill Team


Shorewood’s Drill Team took 1st place in the Military category and 2nd place on the POM category on Saturday November 11 at Tumwater High School’s Dance/Drill Competition.



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November 11 - Veterans Day

Friday, November 10, 2017


The City of Shoreline, Shoreline Veterans Association, and Starr Sutherland Jr. Post 227 of the American Legion are hosting their annual Veteran's Day Celebration on Saturday.

November 11, 2pm, City Hall Lobby, 17500 Midvale Ave N, Shoreline 98133.

Join us as we celebrate those who have served our country


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68th Annual Veterans Day Memorial at Evergreen Washelli

Photos and text by Wayne Pridemore

Early Friday morning preparations are complete for the 68th Veterans Day Memorial Celebration at Evergreen Washelli Cemetery.

Burke Martinez of VFW Post 1040, on left, and Doyle Burke of the State Guard go over last minute details for the presentation of the colors.

Evergreen Washelli is at 11220 Aurora Ave N, Seattle 98133

The color guard and the honor guard are presented at the ceremony.


News media film the color guard
The parade of the colors was recorded by KOMO and Q-13 television stations.


There are six Medal of Honor recipients buried at Washelli Cemetery:

Lewis Albanese, 
William Horton, 
William Nakamura, 
Robert Leisy, 
Orville Bloch,
Harry Fadden, and 
Emil Fredreksen.


Sen. Maria Cantwell
U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell addressed the audience at the ceremony and spoke of the sacrifice of all those who served in the United States military.

Her father, Paul F. Cantwell, served during World War II.

Senator Patty Murray was unable to attend but sent a representative to read a personal message.


U.S. Army Colonel Nicole Lucas
The keynote speaker was U.S. Army Colonel Nicole Lucas.

She is a graduate of the United States Military Academy and is currently serving as the Joint Base Garrison Commander for Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

The colonel reviewed the history of the base and the present day mission.


The honor team of VFW Post 1040 presents arms as "taps "is played.



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John Wright holds 91 vote lead over Ben Gonzalez O'Brien in LFP

The City council race for Position 1 in Lake Forest Park has taken a dramatic turn as incumbent John Wright's lead over challenger Ben Gonzalez O'Brien has narrowed to 91 votes.

Mark Phillips, and Semra Riddle ran unopposed and John Resha had a last minute write-in challenger whose vote count is unknown.

In Shoreline, incumbent Keith McGlashan's lead over challenger Jin-Ah Kim has also narrowed, but he is still over 10 percentage points ahead.

Will Hall and Chris Roberts ran unopposed and Susan Chang crushed her opponent.

In the school board race between Jill Brady and Heather Fralick, Fralick has declared victory with 56% of the vote and David Wilson is coasting to an easy win over newcomer Steven Pollak.

With 60% of the vote, it appears that Wes Brandon will keep the Ronald Wastewater Commissioner seat he has held as an appointee.

King county still has 63,199 ballots to count for the entire county. No hint about how many of those are from Shoreline and Lake Forest Park.

The next count will be released on Monday afternoon. Final certification is November 28 but the victory parties will be held long before certification.


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Dedication of LFP Veterans Memorial

Mayor Jeff Johnson recognizes veterans among City staff
Photo by Jerry Pickard


On Thursday, November 9, 2017 at 5:30pm, Lake Forest Park held dedication ceremonies for their new Veterans Memorial. A group of Veterans, city employees, and family members gathered in front of City Hall for the dedication ceremonies.

Mayor Johnson read the dedication proclamation and recognized Veteran city employees.

Chief Sutton recognized the Veterans in his department and the ceremonies ended with bugler Debbie Dawson of LFPPD playing taps.

The new memorial has emblems from all branches of service.



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Public meeting / open house for North City Water's new maintenance facility planning

Come join North City Water District at a public Open House / Neighborhood meeting to discuss North City’s new maintenance facility, being planned on the site of the former Northwest Church on 15th Avenue NE in Shoreline.

Learn where we are in the design and construction process, and give us your input!

Wednesday November 15, 2017 at 7:00pm, at North City Water District headquarters, 1519 NE 177th St in Shoreline.



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Find your next great read at the RBCC used book sale


Find your next great read at the
RBCC Book Sale

Location: church lobby

Saturday, November 11, 2017
10:00am - 1:00pm



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Of Drunk Monks and Baked Mice

Austria Club presents a new cookbook - Austrian Cuisine: Treasured Recipes from the Austria Club of Washington

Like many nonprofit organizations, the Austria Club of Washington relies on cookbook sales to support its activities and boost its visibility in our community.

Its newest fund-raising cookbook, Austrian Cuisine: Treasured Recipes from the Austria Club of Washington, differs from others in that it focuses on Austrian regional cooking.

Edited by Shoreline resident Martin Král, it is a compilation of nearly 300 authentic family recipes that were thoroughly checked and properly translated.

The book's 10 chapters include also recipes from Austria's neighbors and contributors representing the Club's membership.

Completely updated and systematically organized, recipes include standards such as strudels, dumplings, and desserts, but you may also find some gems with curious names like Screaming Cats, Drunk Monks, and Baked Mice (think beignets).

Sold for $19.99, the spiral-bound book is now available directly from the club and online. You can find it in stores at Leavenworth and at Amazon.

Contact Martin at 206-546-9692 or eMail for purchase and information.



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American Legion Post 227 hears from a Vietnam vet

Vice Commander Larry Fischer (right) and Sergeant at Arms Randall Kehrer (left) present a Certificate of Appreciation to Miguel Valiente after his presentation.


Text and photos by Jerry Pickard

American Legion Post 227 held its monthly meeting on Tuesday, November 7, 2017. The guest speaker was Miguel Valiente, who as a young man served in the U. S. Army's 101st Airborne Division in Vietnam known as "The Screaming Eagles". Mr. Valiente was born in Columbia and as a child his parents emigrated to New York City, New York.

  He was reassigned to the 326th Engineer Battalion.


After graduating from high school, Miguel enlisted in the U. S. Army and was trained for Infantry duty. The Army discovered that Miguel was a skilled draftsman and trained as a surveyor. These were skills that the Army desperately needed so he was pulled from the Infantry and reassigned to the 326th Engineer Battalion.

He was placed in isolation for a month while the Army ran background checks for his security clearance. After his tour was over, his neighbors asked him about why the FBI had visited them asking questions. After his clearance was granted he was sent to the Engineering Battalion to set up firebases on mountaintops.

 Some of the Firebases he helped set up in Vietnam.

The mountaintops were covered in jungle and he and his team were inserted on the summits and then a helicopter would deliver the pioneering supplies needed to remove the trees and brush. After the summit was cleared a Chinook helicopter would bring in a bulldozer to level the area and dig bunkers and defensive perimeters. He said it usually took about a week to get the firebase ready for occupation, and they had to provide their own defense during the week.


While in Vietnam Miguel was awarded The Department of Defense Medal, The Republic of Vietnam Medal, The Army Commendation Medal, Unit Citation 2 awards, and The Bronze Star Medal for valor.



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RBCA Community Meeting: Native American history in Richmond Beach


RBCA Community Meeting

Topic: Native American History in Richmond Beach

Tuesday, November 14, 2017 
7:00pm – meet and greet; 7:30pm – program begins
Richmond Beach Congregational Church, lower level, 1512 NW 195th St


Before Richmond Beach was Richmond Beach, it was a place where people of various indigenous nations could meet and find food and goods for trade.

Duwamish Tribal Elder and long-time Richmond Beach resident and community volunteer Edie Loyer Nelson will tell the story of the local Native American heritage, alongside Shoreline historian and Museum Director Vicki Stiles.

The meeting will feature a film and both presenters will answer questions from the audience. 




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NEMCo graduates 4th CERT class

Photo courtesy NEMCo



Citizens from Lake Forest Park participated in the 4th NEMCo Citizen Emergency Response Training (CERT) class and graduated last week. There are 26 new CERT trained volunteers in the Lake Forest Park community.



2017,
5:30
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6:00
PM
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Mayor Johnson would like to invite the community to the dedication ceremony of the new Veterans Memorial in front of City
Hall while we recognize local veterans. The ceremony begins at 5:30 p.m., before the C
ity Council Work Session meeting on
Thursday, November 9, 2017. Local bugle player, Debbie Dawson, is attending, and light refreshments will be available. To
work on the Veterans Memorial project, the City established a Veterans Committee comprised of vete
rans and non
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veterans,
community members and City staff. We hope to see you there!

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Home sales in Shoreline Oct 2017

The following is a sampling of homes at each price point that sold in Shoreline during the month of October 2017 from data compiled for the Shoreline Area News by the Shoreline Windermere office.





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Happy Birthday, Washington



Happy Birthday, Washington!
Essay from HistoryLink.org

Washington became a state on November 11, 1889, when U.S. President Benjamin Harrison signed the bill admitting it into the Union. Territorial governor Elisha P. Ferry received the good news via telegram from U.S. Secretary of State James Blaine, who stated that the proclamation was signed "at five o'clock and twenty-seven minutes this afternoon." A week later, the streets of Olympia were decorated with banners in celebration of "inaugural day."

Washingtonians had been craving self-governance for years. The region was originally part of Oregon Territory, which was created in 1848, but folks living north of the Columbia River resented their distance from the territorial capital, located first at Oregon City but moved to Salem in 1851. Calls for a separate territory started at a convention in 1851, and led to the establishment of Washington Territory in 1853.

After Oregon became a state in 1859, Washington Territory expanded to include all of present-day Idaho and parts of Montana and Wyoming. President Lincoln severed these areas in 1863, creating Idaho Territory and establishing Washington's current boundaries. Washington Territory's residents began their long campaign for statehood, but it was not until 1878 that the first bill to authorize it was introduced in Congress. Some argued that it made the most sense to divide the territory into two states along the crest of the Cascades (an idea that never quite dies), but Washington ultimately joined the Union in one piece.



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Photo: November roses

Photo by Lee Lageschulte

Roses love sunshine - and they are apparently just fine with cold November weather, rain, and snow.

They're a lot hardier than they let on.




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No fees in National Parks on Veterans Day weekend

Olympic National Park
Photo courtesy U.S. National Parks

National parks are America’s Best Idea, and there are more than 400 parks available to everyone, every day. The fee-free days provide a great opportunity to visit a new place or an old favorite, especially one of the national parks that normally charge an entrance fee. The others are free all of the time. Plan your visit and enjoy our country’s history and nature. Here's the parks list for Washington.

The fee waiver includes entrance fees, commercial tour fees, and transportation entrance fees. Other fees such as reservation, camping, tours, concession and fees collected by third parties are not included unless stated otherwise.

Fee-free days make parks accessible to more people. However, national parks are always economical, with entrance fees that range from $3 to $30. In addition, any fourth grade student can get a free annual pass through the Every Kid in a Park program, and active duty military and citizens with a permanent disability can also get free passes.


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Northshore Emergency Management Coalition serves LFP and Kenmore

NEMCo at work during active shooter drill
Photo courtesy NEMCo
The Cities of Lake Forest Park and Kenmore have created a joint Emergency Operations Center (EOC) as a part of the Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCo).
 
Earlier this week, staff from both cities conducted an EOC simulation drill by opening up the EOC at Northshore Fire Station 51 in Kenmore to support an active shooter event at the Lake Forest Park Town Center.

This was the first event under the new organization
Photo courtesy NEMCo
This is the first time the new EOC has conducted a functional exercise to test the capacity of both cities. 

“Without question, the exercise was a success. Employees from both cities worked together to solve problems, order supplies, and track resources”, said Chief Steve Sutton from Lake Forest Park.

 In 2018, NEMCo plans to continue this joint training to improve our region's response to all-hazard events that will likely affect the north end of Lake Washington.



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Learn about Being an Advocate at the Nov 14 Shoreline Special Needs PTSA Meeting

Come learn about Advocacy in Action - How PTAs Can Affect Change at the Shoreline Special Needs PTSA Chapter's November 14 member meeting.

Nancy Chamberlain, legislative director for the Washington State PTA, will describe what advocacy looks like within the PTA, current platform issues (including those of special interest to the chapter) and what local advocacy can look like within a school district.

The state PTA's legislative platform can be found here. Members of the chapter's inclusion committee will give a mini-training in ways to discuss inclusive education that move the conversation forward. How do we quickly answer questions and misconceptions in the moments that matter?

The meeting is in the Ballinger Room at the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE. Networking starts at 6:30pm, followed by a short business meeting at 7pm and then presentations. We adjourn by 8:30pm.

New this year: if childcare is a challenge for you, don’t let it stop you from coming. We’ll have a kid-friendly area set up in the back of the room. Continuing from last year: stay if you can and join other family members at a Shoreline business for continued socializing.


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Antiques: Collection or Accumulation

Antique metal teapot
eBay
An interesting program for anyone interested in antiques happens at the Kenmore Library on Tuesday November 14th, at 1 pm.

One cool feature of this event is that attendees may bring ONE item for a professional appraisal by Bette Bell of Guildmark Appraisal and Estate Management.

Learn from Bette Belle (Guildmark Appraisal and Estate Management) what's hot and what's not in the antique marketplace. If you have a collectible or antique that you think is valuable, bring it with you. Limit one item.




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Neil Simon's Brighton Beach Memoirs opens at SCC Dec 1

Thursday, November 9, 2017

Shoreline Community College Department of Drama is staging Brighton Beach Memoirs, written by Neil Simon.

There’s liver for dinner, holes in his shoes and a war on the horizon, but 15-year-old Eugene Jerome would rather think about baseball… and girls. 
Surrounded by his overworked mother and father, his “worldly” older brother, his aunt and two cousins, Eugene has plenty of material for his future career as a writer. 
This coming-of-age story is an affectionate, entertaining lesson in overcoming hard times with warmth, and humor. 
Brighton Beach Memoirs is the first installment in Simon’s semi-autobiographical Eugene Jerome trilogy (which includes the plays Biloxi Blues and Broadway Bound) and is one of America’s most cherished plays. 
The New York Daily News called the original New York production “...in many respects Neil Simon’s funniest, richest, and consequently the most affecting of his plays”, and elevated Simon into the pantheon of great American playwrights.

Performances in the Campus Theater 1600 Bldg, 16101 Greenwood Ave. N., Shoreline 98133.

Performances:
  • Fridays and Saturdays, December 1, 2, 8, 9 at 7:30pm
  • Sunday matinees, December 3 and 10 at 3:00pm
Tickets online or at the door
  • General Admission - $16.00
  • Seniors, Staff and students - $12.00
  • Shoreline Community College Students / Children - $9
Free Parking. Concessions available.

Creative Team:
  • Director: Bryar Golden
  • Assistant Director: Kieran Schaffer
  • Stage Manager: Elise Oziel
  • Assistant Stage Manager: Natalie Latta
  • Set Design: Richard Schaefer



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Shoreline Comprehensive Plan amendment suggestions due by Dec 1

Every year, the City of Shoreline goes through a Comprehensive Plan amendment process. It is an opportunity for you to propose changes to Shoreline’s Comprehensive Plan. People usually suggest amendments that address changing conditions or new issues in the community.

If you would like to suggest an amendment, fill out an application and send it to the Planning and Community Development Department (P/CD). Application materials are on the Permits and Development Information page on the City’s website. You must submit your application by 5pm December 1, 2017 for Council to consider it.

Send applications to: Senior Planner Steven Szafran, Planning and Community Development, 17500 Midvale Avenue N, Shoreline, WA 98133.

You can also email completed applications to sszafran@shorelinewa.gov.

Council will review all submitted amendments and develop a list for staff to study in early 2018. For more information, visit shorelinewa.gov or contact Steven Szafran at (206) 801-2512 or sszafran@shorelinewa.gov.



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Recycled Wrapping Workshop Dec 1 at Recology Store

Bring the whole family down to The Recology Store on December 1st from 4pm – 7pm for a free zero waste gift wrapping workshop!

Learn from local recycling experts on how to perfect the art of recycled wrapping.

Recology will provide an arrangement of recycled material to get you started!

If you have zero waste wrapping material at home, feel free to bring it to the event. Decorate with paint, stamps, drawings, recycled ribbons and holiday cards from years past.

Still searching for the perfect gift? Shop at The Recology Store during the event and receive 20% off your entire purchase.

Kid-friendly activities and holiday snacks will be provided to help keep the kiddos entertained while you shop and wrap! Stop by and have some fun this holiday season with recycled gift wrapping!

Friday, December 1 at 4pm - 7pm at The Recology Store Shoreline - 15235 Aurora Ave N, 98133



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Join volunteer gardeners at Boeing Creek and Brugger's Bog this weekend

Brugger's Bog
Photo courtesy City of Shoreline
Join Master Native Plant Stewards from the Washington Native Plant Society (WNPS) at two Shoreline parks this weekend.

Help remove invasive weeds and install native plants in these beautiful and ecologically profound urban parks. 

Boeing Creek
2nd Saturdays from 10am to 2pm

Saturday, November 11
320 NW Innis Arden Way, Shoreline 98177

Meet at the north end of the Shoreview Park Off Leash Dog Park, just off the Shoreline Community College campus

Contact JohnGuenther714@gmail.com to RSVP or for further information

Brugger’s Bog
2nd Sundays 9am to 1pm

Sunday, November 12
19553 25th Ave NE

Meet at the end of the dirt/gravel path entrance to the park on the bridge

Contact BruggersBogStewards@gmail.com to RSVP or for further information



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WSDOT: Are you prepared for winter driving?

What to carry in your car
WSDOT

WSDOT has a winter driving webpage for tips and information to make sure you and your vehicle are prepared for winter.

Here at WSDOT, we always want you to “know before you go.” This includes getting the most up-to-date information before heading out.

Sign up for email and/or text updates about road conditions – including Snoqualmie Pass text alerts.

Download, print and carry the WSDOT Winter Driving Guide.

Get your vehicle ready and plan extra time to cross all mountain passes, including heavily traveled routes such as Snoqualmie Pass, Stevens Pass and White Pass.



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