Editorial: Comments on political articles

Thursday, February 8, 2018

It's political season - from now until November, which is a very long time.

This year, I am slightly amending the policy on comments.

If you post a comment on a political article, you must state your full name - first and last.

Based on previous years, I'd like to remind you that political candidates are people. They are your neighbors. Their children go to our schools. They shop at our grocery stores. They go to our churches.

To paraphrase something I heard Bill Clinton say - we have to get over the notion that we have to dislike people we aren't voting for.

I remind you that comments are to be civil and as Editor, I reserve the right to delete any comment that goes over the line.

Over the years, there have been many thoughtful, informed comments on many topics that I have very regretfully deleted because the last sentence was an insult. It's always the last sentence. I can't edit comments - it's all or nothing.

So let's move forward with thoughtful dialog.

And remember that comments are opinions. How much of what is expressed is fact, you will need to check for yourself.

--Diane Hettrick, Editor



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Call for Art Donations: Art from the Attic Sale 2018

Wednesday, February 7, 2018

Drop off your art starting February 7th

Blow the cobwebs off your neglected paintings and breathe new life into your old art!

Donations are being accepted for the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council’s Art from the Attic sale.

Turn your unwanted art into someone else’s treasure and support the Arts Council at the same time! 

Items accepted include: fine art (framed or unframed), sculpture, posters (framed or unframed), matted prints, frames, gently used art supplies, ceramics, glass art, handmade jewelry, artisan works and art books.

Items should be in good condition and can be dropped off at the Arts Council office between 10am-5pm, Monday-Thursday (building closed on federal holidays). The office is located at the Shoreline Conference Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline 98155.

Donation forms are available. All donations become the property of the Arts Council and unsold items will not be returned.

The Art from the Attic sale will be held during the 2018 Shoreline Arts Festival happening on June 23, 10am-6pm and June 24, 10am-5pm.

Proceeds from the sale will support Arts Council programming including arts education, summer concerts in the park, The Gallery at Town Center and the Shoreline Arts Festival.

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Arts Council is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization that promotes the arts in our communities. For more information contact us at 206-417-4645.



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Washington Solicitor General Noah Purcell speaks on travel ban challenge Thursday at UW Bothell

Noah Purcell, Washington State
Solicitor General
Noah Purcell, Washington state solicitor general, will speak on the state's challenge to President Trump’s travel ban.

The speech is sponsored by the American Muslim Research Institute at UW Bothell from 4pm - 5:45pm on Thursday, February 8, 2018.

The event is at the Activities and Recreation Center, UW Bothell, 18115 Campus Way NE, Bothell 98011

With state Attorney General Bob Ferguson, Purcell made Washington the first to challenge President Trump’s original travel ban in January 2017.

The filing resulted in a federal judge halting the ban nationwide. Purcell talks about his role and the legal, political and historical significance of the challenge.



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Property tax bills coming: increases will fund education, fire protection, and veteran and senior services

Property taxes across King County will increase about 17 percent on average this year, primarily due to additional taxes passed by the Legislature to increase funding for K-12 education. 

About 57 percent of property tax revenues collected in King County pays for schools. Property taxes also fund voter-approved measures for veterans and seniors, fire protection, and parks among other services.

King County Treasury will begin sending out the annual property tax bills in mid February. King County collects property taxes on behalf of the state, the county, cities, and taxing districts (such as school and fire districts), and distributes the revenue to these local governments.



Voters have approved several property-tax increases that will make much-needed investments in veterans and senior citizen services and fire protection.

In some parts of King County, as much as 50 percent of the property tax bill is the result of voter-approved measures.

New levies approved in 2017 for collection this year include:
  • Fire protection levies in Maple Valley, Vashon, and Skyway.
  • School bonds for Shoreline and Federal Way
  • Renewal of the Veterans, Seniors and Human Services levy in King County.
In addition to approved local measures, the Washington State legislature passed an additional property tax to increase funding of education. Previously, the State Supreme Court ruled that the state must make new investments into public education; as a result the legislature added $1.01 per thousand dollars of assessed value, in King County, to their portion of property tax collection in order to fund the mandate (this is known as the McCleary Plan).

“Communities in our region are thankful to voters for approving new funding for essential services, but we know that property taxes can be especially tough for those on fixed incomes,” said King County Assessor John Wilson. 
“That’s why we’ve been aggressively reaching out to seniors, veterans and disabled homeowners with the property tax exemption program. Additionally, I’ve been working with Executive Constantine to create more tools for transparency around property taxes,” Wilson continued.

Low-income seniors, veterans and disabled homeowners may qualify for a property-tax exemption offered by King County. Information on how to apply for an exemption, along with other property-assessment-related information, can be found here.

Property taxes vary depending upon location, the assessed value of the property, and the number of jurisdictions levying taxes (such as state, city, county, school district, port, fire district, etc).

With property taxes going up 16.92 percent on average, that means countywide property tax billings will be $5.6 billion in 2018, up from $ 4.8 billion last year. Aggregate property values in King County increased by 13.41 percent, going from $471.5 billion in 2017 to $534.7 billion in 2018.

“Without doubt voters are going to see a property tax increase due to the funding model the legislature has passed to fund education. 
"So at a local level we are building more tools and supporting more legislation to increase transparency and fairness around the property tax. It is a work in progress and we will continue working on behalf of King County taxpayers,” said Wilson.

To avoid interest and penalties, the first half property taxes must be paid or postmarked by April 30, 2018. The second half property taxes must be paid or postmarked by Oct. 31, 2018.

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Flags at half-staff Friday for Gov. John Spellman

Governor Inslee hereby directs that Washington State and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff on Friday, February 9, 2018, in memory of former Governor John Spellman who passed away on January 15 at the age of 91 from pneumonia.

Flags should remain at half-staff until close of business on Tuesday, February 13, 2018.

Memorial services will be held on February 12, 2018, at 12:00pm at St. James Cathedral, 804 Ninth Ave, Seattle; followed by a Celebration of Life for Governor John and Lois Spellman at the Bell Harbor Conference Center, 2211 Alaskan Way, Seattle at 2:30 pm.

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

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




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WeatherWatcher: Drier weather is on the way here


We have what is called a "dirty ridge" that has formed in the East Pacific ocean, pushing the jet stream north of us, but offshore. This particular pattern has the jet stream moving from the northwest to southeast just north of our area. It has created multiple convergence zone bands of rain the past few days, which has already brought our rainfall for this month to a total of 1.47 inches. The normal rainfall amount for February is 3.41 inches.


The pattern is expected to continue for the next 7-10 days with the ridge shifting east and getting a little stronger this weekend. Thursday - Friday will be showery and cloudy, with some windy conditions Thursday afternoon. Friday night, as the ridge shifts to the east, we should clear up to give us a mostly sunny Saturday.

Sunday the ridge will back off a little to let clouds return with more showers through next Wednesday. Highs are expected in the lower 50's and lows in the 40's. Saturday - Tuesday lows might dip into the 30's with frost possible in places Saturday and Sunday morning. Highs will range in the mid-upper 40's for the cooler stretch before returning to the 50's mid next week.

We are running a bit above average for temperature so far this month but I expect this to drop down to normal in the next few days. We are particularly warm for low temperatures right now as shown by the graph.

Daily Temperatures for February 2018.

We are having a La Niña winter pattern in the tropical Pacific; however, not all La Niña's are alike. This one has generated a much wetter than normal winter, but temperatures have been close to normal or above normal, instead of the typical below normal temperatures we usually get with a La Niña.

January's total rainfall was nearly double the average rainfall for that month. Long range forecasts still hold a cooler and wetter than normal pattern for February, March and April. I am expecting the active wet weather to continue.

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



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Sign up for Emergency Alerts for Lake Forest Park and Kenmore

The City of Lake Forest Park has recently added a new means of contacting residents: the Alert Northshore Emergency Notification System (formerly CodeRed).

The cities of Kenmore and Lake Forest Park and Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCo) will use Alert Northshore for emergency notifications and the distribution of information considered to be important.

The Alert Northshore system allows officials to text, email or phone all or targeted areas in Lake Forest Park and Kenmore in case of an emergency situation that requires immediate action, such as an evacuation, contaminated water, hazardous chemical spill, road closures, etc.

The system is capable of dialing the entire city within minutes, delivering a pre-recorded message, text, or email describing the situation, including instructions on any actions needed to remain safe.

You must sign up to receive Alert Northshore messages. 
If you reside or own property within the boundaries of the City of Lake Forest Park or City of Kenmore, and would like to receive Alert Northshore emergency messages, click here for more information and to access a link to the sign-up form.


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Shoreline Fire calls Jan 29 - Feb 4

Shoreline Medic One had 63 calls this week
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
Shoreline Fire calls for January 29 - February 4
  • Aid - 62
  • Aid Non Emergency - 12
  • MVA (Motor Vehicle Accident) - 5
  • Medic - 62 ( Bothell and Northshore including M65, M47)
  • MVA Medic - 1
  • Cardiac Arrest - 5 ( in Bothell in Northshore w/M65 and M47)
  • AFA (Automatic Fire Alarm) - 9
  • Gas Spill/Absorbant - 1 
  • Smoke in a Residence - 2
    • 1 extinguished fire on the stove
    • 1 furnace problem)
  • Structure Fire - 2 in Bothell



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Workshop: Beautify & Care for Your Streamside Property

McAleer Creek hillside
King Conservation District is hosting a workshop that is free and open to the public at the Shoreline Library on Wednesday, March 14th.

Beautify and Care for
Your Streamside Property
Wednesday, March 14th
6:30 – 8:30pm
Shoreline Library, 345 NE 175th St Shoreline

Curious about what it takes to return your stream, lake or wetland property to its more natural state?

Want to learn ways you can support wildlife, enhance your property’s aesthetic, and reduce maintenance needs?

Don't miss this FREE workshop for homeowners living along the water. Learn from restoration experts about managing stream, lake and wetland properties in a way that supports the environment and your land use needs.

Topics Include:
  • Minimizing pollution runoff on your property
  • Controlling invasive weeds
  • Utilizing native plants for wildlife habitat and erosion control
  • Adding value and beauty to your yard naturally
  • Learning about environmental regulations that impact your property
Questions? Contact Stacie Powers or 425-282-1918

Register online, contact by email signup@kingcd.org, or call 425-282-1949



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Two Democratic 32nd District legislators get election challengers

By Evan Smith

Two Democratic 32nd District legislators, State Sen. Marilyn Chase and State Rep. Cindy Ryu, already have challengers for the August primary and November general election.

Neither of the two candidates who hope to challenge the Democratic incumbents is a Republican; both have run for office before.

Chase’s opponent, Shoreline Deputy Mayor Jesse Salomon, is a Democrat, Ryu’s opponent, Keith Smith, has registered with the state Public Disclosure Commission with “Other” as his party preference, rather than Democrat, Republican, Libertarian or Independent.

Smith ran against Ryu in 2016 with “No Party Preference." He placed third in the primary behind Ryu and Republican Al Rutledge and didn’t advance to the general election.

Salomon is challenging fellow Democrat Chase. The 32nd Legislative District Democrats supported Salomon in his first run for the Shoreline council in 2011 but backed his opponent when he ran for re-election in 2015. He has reported raising $36,948, $30,000 of it from himself, and spending $2,578. Chase has reported raising $14,905, and spending $1,582. Legislators aren't allowed to raise or spend campaign money during the legislative session. Ryu has raised $14,400 and spent $13,729, while Smith reports no fundraising activity.

All four have registered with the Public Disclosure Commission, a step that allows them to raise and spend money for the August primary and November general election. Candidates file for ballot position in May.

Chase has been elected to the State House of Representatives four times and the Senate twice.

Democratic 32nd Legislative District Rep. Ruth Kagi, who also has registered with the PDC, has no announced opposition.

The 32nd District includes the city of Shoreline and part of northwest Seattle, Woodway, and nearby unincorporated areas of southwest Snohomish County, south Edmonds, Lynnwood and part of Mountlake Terrace.

Democratic 46th Legislative District Sen. David Frockt and Reps. Gerry Pollet and Javier Valdez all have no announced opponents.

The 46th District includes Lake Forest Park, Kenmore and northeast Seattle.

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Local arts project teaches compassion and crochet at Shorecrest

Shorecrest Sophomores Emma Howlett (left) and Joy Chen (right),
with Elsa Bouman of Refugee Welcome Mats
 demonstrate that having a generous spirit can be fun

In mid-January, members of the Shorecrest High School Art Club wrapped up a project where they learned how to crochet rag rugs out of gently used fabric.

Thirteen rugs from the class have been donated to the International Refugee Committee (IRC) to be gifted to refugee families as they move into their new homes in the Puget Sound area.

Bouman and Shorecrest art teacher Laura King wrote and received a grant from the Shoreline and Lake Forest Park Arts Council for the high-school class.

Silvia Romero Cavin, Arts Education Manager of the Shoreline and Lake Forest Park Arts Council said, “This project helped teach an important craft and gave students purpose beyond themselves.”

Deepening the students’ understanding of the refugee problem was an important part of the project for Bouman, who has a 30-year history of teaching fiber arts to youth and adults. “Teaching them to crochet was only part of our goal. We also tried to give them some perspective on the plight of refugees.”

Bouman told students,

“If your house burns down, you can get help from your neighbors, your local fire department, your local hospital. Even your country’s government will help. 
"But people who must flee their homes do so because not only are their homes destroyed, there is no one left to help them--no neighbors, no local or governmental services to call upon. Everything they once knew has been destroyed or damaged beyond repair.”
She also shared a powerful quote with the students from the British-Somali poet Warsan Shire who said, “You have to understand, no one puts their children in a boat unless the water is safer than the land.”

According to Adrienne Ramm-Granberg, Senior Development Coordinator at IRC, the top nationalities resettled nationally (in order) in Fiscal Year 2017 were Democratic Republic of the Congo, Iraq, Syria, Somalia, Burma, Ukraine, Bhutan, Iran, Eritrea, and Afghanistan.

“In the Seattle area, we saw a lot higher numbers from Ukraine and Afghanistan than the national averages,” Ramm-Granberg said. The IRC website indicates that over 65 million people worldwide are currently uprooted by crisis.

Bouman taught weekly classes, assisted by volunteer, Angela Riley, a skilled crocheter and employee of Mad Cow Yarn in the Town Center at Lake Forest Park. “The students were excited and eager to do something artistic to make a difference,” Riley observed. “And they all picked up the skill of crocheting really easily.”

Students had the opportunity to make two rugs, one they could keep for themselves and one to gift to the IRC. Some students went beyond that expectation and donated two or more rugs.

“Community and kindness are current themes in our school,” King said. She believes that making Refugee Welcome Mats expanded this idea beyond school borders. “It was exciting for students to learn that they could have an impact on others in the wider community.”

A Shorecrest student practices crocheting.

Sophomore Chloe Dews, said, “In our school, we focus on treating people well. Making these rugs gives us the chance to spend time with each other while doing something good for others.”

Senior Antoine Telford said, “I’ve never even moved before, so if I can help make someone who has lost everything a little happier, it makes me feel better. And what we did helps put the problem on other people’s radar.”

Some students, like Sophomore Victoria Sepulveda already knew how to crochet.

“I learned how to crochet as a child from my great-aunt who came to this country in the 1980s from Chili.” Sepulveda, who made and donated several rugs said, “It gives me a nice feeling to know that something I made will be in someone else’s home.”

While Sophomore Emma Howlett was already aware that there was a refugee problem, she said, “I didn’t know they were coming into the Seattle area.”

Joy Chen, also a Sophomore, took the class because she wanted an important life-skill — like crocheting. “Not only is it calming to do, but it was nice to use my hands and know I’m doing something that helps others,” Chen said.

Not only did students build compassion and life skills, they also learned a creative way to recycle cloth. According to the 2015-2016 Washington State Waste Characterization Study by the State of Washington Department of Ecology, 91,615 tons of textiles are discarded state-wide annually. “Using fabric to make these rugs keeps it out of the landfill,” Bouman said.

Bouman is currently setting up a similar project through the King County Library system, funded by Silver Kites, an organization which designs and facilitates life changing intergenerational arts experiences.

These projects are an offshoot of a volunteer effort started in 2016 to make rag rugs to welcome refugees to the Pacific Northwest, started by Bouman and fellow Lake Forest Park resident, Luanne Brown.

If you’d like to learn how to crochet a refugee welcome mat, Bouman and Brown hold work parties the first Saturday of every month at Third Place Commons in Lake Forest Park, from 10am to 1pm. The next work party is Saturday, March 3, 2018. Third Place Commons is on the upper level of Town Center, where Ballinger Way meets Bothell Way in LFP.

More information on Refugee Welcome Mats, including a gallery of the rugs that have already been donated, here.



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Shoreline Deputy Mayor Jesse Salomon begins a run for state senate

Jesse Salomon is campaigning for State Senate seat
Deputy Mayor Jesse Salomon has begun a campaign for the State Senate, for the 32nd Legislative District.

The District includes Shoreline, Woodway, portions of the cities of Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, certain unincorporated areas in Snohomish County, and a section of northwest Seattle.

The general election is in November for a four year term that begins on January 1, 2019.

His statement
This year I consistently hear people feel it is time for a change, for fresh ideas and new approaches  
I have been doorbelling almost every day. I'm excited to listen and learn what's important to our residents, and energized by how receptive and supportive they are to my message and ideas, which resonate with their concerns.
In contrast with my opponent, I have a record of achievement in my 6 years on the Shoreline City Council because I am a cooperative coalition builder. 
I have also served as a public defense attorney for 10 years where I represented thousands of mentally ill and drug-addicted clients, many of whom grew up in foster care or had other disadvantages. If the state fully funded high quality early education, many of these people would have done better in life. One of my top priorities is to win access to these high quality programs for every child that needs it. 
Being a local councilmember, I understand how cities are impacted and often shortchanged by decisions made in Olympia. It is vital to have someone with local government experience to better represent our cities in order to fix traffic, create affordable housing, address rising property taxes, and improve and expand park space. 
I am ringing the doorbells of this entire district, including Lynnwood, Shoreline, North Seattle, Woodway, Mountlake Terrance, and Edmonds because I want to hear directly from our community. 
To succeed, we need to send a message that the community wants more effective leadership. That is why even small donations are extremely important. Please go to ElectJesse.net and follow me on Facebook for more information or to share your feedback. 



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Carefree Homes 1st Ave NE townhomes public meeting

Architectural drawing of front of townhomes
note: drawing is truncated on each side


A consultant for the developer of the townhomes proposed for 18521 1st Ave NE conducted the public meeting on Monday, January 29, 2018, attended by 20 people.

Townhomes are rowhouses, usually sharing sidewalls. They are built as a unit and then subdivided before sale, so that each owner owns a portion of the site. Owners will need to work together to maintain the property, repair and replace the roof, siding, and other common property when needed.

For this project, the townhomes are built close to the southern boundary of the property, with room to navigate vehicles, and some extra parking spaces on the north side of the building.

The seven townhomes are built with three stories. The first story is a garage, with room for two cars, end to end.

The second level is a Great Room, Dining Room, Kitchen and Powder Room (1/2 bath). The third level is a Master Bedroom and Bath, Bedroom with Bath, and Laundry closet. The most westerly unit is a little wider than the others and has three Bedrooms.

The tree in front will be removed.
The other trees are on the neighbor's property
Photo courtesy Google Maps
Wiring on site will be underground. Surface water from the site will flow through an underground vault with water filtration, leading to the public sewer lines.

There is a 5-ft setback on the north, west, and south sides. The east side on 1st NE is a 15-ft setback.

As the building will be east-west on the site, the street view will be the end of one unit.

The project will go to permitting in a couple of weeks, but there is no firm schedule for when construction will begin. The single family house on the property has tenants and it will be 5-6 months until they are out.

This is strictly a local project. The Carefree Homes owner, Rick Crosby of Richmond Beach, will use his own construction company for the work. The consultant, Lee Michaelis of Puget Sound Planning in Mountlake Terrace, is a resident of Richmond Highlands.



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Rob Oxford: an introduction

Tuesday, February 6, 2018

Rob Oxford
DJ, SAN Columnist, Dad
By Rob Oxford

I honestly never envisioned myself becoming a Father. I spent my formative years in Texas pursuing a career in music. First as the lead singer of a Dallas based rock-n-roll band and then after moving to Seattle, 25 years as a radio broadcaster.

I still dabble in radio, hosting a weekend show at the Classic Rock Station KZOK, but my motivation for doing so is different today.

As a twenty-something, it was all about me. I enjoyed the attention I received as a quote; "personality". I enjoyed rubbing elbows with celebrities. I enjoyed not having a "real job" as my friends would say. I even enjoyed living paycheck to paycheck.

Music in its many different forms was my passion and still is today. But since becoming a Father, I am more passionate about something much greater than music... my children.

I don't really like the term "Baby Boomer". In fact I don't like labels at all. Especially the one sticking up out of the back of your shirt all day long that no one bothers to tell you about. But if I must be put into a category I guess "Boomer" isn't so bad.

After galavanting all over the globe, I was fortunate to once again run into the woman who would become my wife. We have two wonderful children together and just celebrated 18 years of marriage. 

From very early on I promised to try and be a better Father than my Dad. Then again, isn't that every parent's goal? It may not always work out that way, but trying is what is most important. For some of us the bar wasn't set very high.

I was the son of a 27 year Military Veteran and one of Xerox Corporation's first female executives. My Dad was gone a lot, Korea, Vietnam, Iran, Germany and we moved often when I was young. 2 different elementary schools, 2 different junior high schools, 2 different high schools.

That could be the reason I feel so fortunate to be living in Shoreline only blocks from where my wife attended school and where both my children will graduate. "Community", it's what makes us who we are. It gives us a sense of belonging and a connection to all that surrounds us.

The Shoreline Area News has graciously given me this opportunity to share with you my thoughts on life and living, and I am so very grateful. Hopefully I will sometimes make you think, seldom make you mad and often make you smile. That is who I am and I'm so very pleased to meet you.




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Classifieds: Shoreline City Council meetings cancelled

Shoreline City Council Meetings Cancelled

You are hereby notified that the following Shoreline City Council meetings have been cancelled:
  • City Council Workshop Dinner Meeting - Monday, February 12, 2018
  • City Council Regular Meeting - Monday, February 12, 2018
  • City Council Regular Meeting - Monday, February 19, 2018 (Presidents' Day)
The next meeting of the Shoreline City Council will be held on Monday, February 26, 2018 with a Workshop Dinner Meeting at 5:45pm and Regular Meeting at 7:00pm



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Nationally recognized leader will speak at Third Place Commons Annual Community Breakfast


Local nonprofit leader, community organizer, and renowned thought leader Ron Chew will be the featured speaker at Third Place Commons’ upcoming annual community breakfast on Thursday, March 8, 2018.

Chew is a nationally recognized thought leader who established himself on the national stage during his 17 years as executive director of the Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience. During his tenure, Chew led the Wing through a $23 million campaign and the acquisition and renovation of a historical building in the International District, which then became the Wing’s permanent home.

Following his success at the Wing, he launched Chew Communications, which specializes in helping cultural organizations to collect stories and oral histories that contribute to a more tolerant and just world.

Chew has gained national recognition for his expertise in the role of community-based arts organizations as central to cultivating social justice and fostering healthy communities.

He has been recognized with the Ford Foundation’s “Leadership for a Changing World Award” and as part of the American Association of Museums’ “Centennial Honor Roll.” Chew is also a sought-after presenter and keynote speaker at museum and cultural conferences.

Since 2010, Chew has served as executive director of the International Community Health Services (ICHS) Foundation, which opened its Shoreline location in late 2014. ICHS brings medical, dental and behavioral care to Seattle and King County Asian and Pacific Islander communities as a nonprofit. The Shoreline location also offers a Young Adult Clinic where low-cost and no-cost services are provided to young patients aged 14-26.

In addition to Chew’s remarks, the breakfast will also honor Friends of the Community Award recipient Diane Hettrick, editor of the Shoreline Area News.

The community breakfast is Third Place Commons’ biggest fundraiser of the year and is a popular annual tradition. The event will also feature live music and a live auction with a surprising array of fun items. Get information and tickets here.

Special thanks to this year’s Platinum Sponsors Merlone Geier Partners, owners of Lake Forest Park Town Center, and Republic Services for their generous support of this event.

Third Place Commons is a community-supported 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering real community in real space by hosting over 900 free events each year, presenting the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market, and partnering with civic, arts, and social service entities to help maximize their impact.




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Dances of Universal Peace on Friday

'Faith is the bird that feels the light and
sings when the dawn is still dark.’
 Poet Rabindranath Tagore
Spring is right around the corner! Come join us in Shoreline this Friday (and every 2nd Friday) and Dance the coming light into our hearts!

Dances of Universal Peace are a group of simple dances to live music.

The focus of each dance is in the singing of a particular sacred phrase or phrases inspired by a large variety of religious and spiritual traditions from around the world.

No experience is necessary and all dances are taught.

Friday, February 9, 2018 at 7:30pm at Shoreline Community Acupuncture, 18505 Firlands Ave N, Shoreline 98133.

Donations appreciated (as you are able). Fragrance free please.

For more information, contact David Matthews at 206-272-0580.


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LFP Rotary presents Havana Nights dinner and auction


Havana Nights - dinner, auction, music and mojitos 
Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 5:30pm
Inglewood Golf Club 


It’s not too late to join the Lake Forest Park Rotary and friends for a fun night of fundraising for our community!!!

Last year LFP Rotary raised over $100,000 which went directly towards over 40 projects in our local community and internationally.

Call Dwight Thompson 206-399-9477 for tickets, $85 per person..



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Photo: Little purple volunteers

Photo by Lee Lageschulte

This photo has been sitting in the files since last September because I wasn't sure what it was. I'm still not sure. Lee thinks they might be crocus.

They look like volunteers - like the cyclamen that I'm trying to encourage to take over my lawn. Hard to tell in the photo if the leaves belong to the flowers.

I don't love dandelions or those long stemmed things that look like dandelions but I love the other volunteers that show up in my yard. Right now I have a beautiful, lush green sidewalk of almost fluorescent moss. The cyclemen are doing well, and the split leaf maple is getting way too big.

Wouldn't mind some of these purple beauties.

DKH



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Lutheran Community Services recruiting foster parents in Shoreline

There is a severe shortage of foster parents
Photo courtesy Lutheran Community Services
Lutheran Community Services has made it their goal to help the foster care crisis by getting more foster homes.

If you have ever considered being a foster parent, Lutheran Community Services will have a staff person hosting a drop in event on the third Thursday of each month at One Cup Coffee at 16743 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133, from 10am to 12pm.

The first drop in will be Thursday, February 15, 2018. Then March 15, April 19, and continuing on the third Thursday of each month.


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Spaces still available in CERT class

Spaces are still available in CERT class - open to Shoreline residents

The Pacific Northwest is subject to a wide range of natural hazards. Earthquakes, severe winter storms, urban flooding, and wind storms can all escalate into a disaster situation.

If you want to be better prepared to respond and recover from disasters Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training may be for you.

The next Northshore Emergency Management Coalition CERT academy will begin on Thursday February 8th. The 8-class program teaches participants critical skills to help family, friends, and neighbors in emergencies. Classes begin at 6:30pm each night and end at 9:30pm at Fire Station 51 in Kenmore, 7220 NE 181st Street.

The cost of the class is $35. Registration is now open. More information and application here or email Carl Lunak



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Development: Townhomes proposed for Hillwood neighborhood

Monday, February 5, 2018

922 N 200th


SouthEnd Holdings LLC of Edmonds will hold a public meeting on Thursday, February 15, 2018 from 6 - 7:30pm at Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N, room 303 regarding their proposed townhome project.

They are proposing a rezone and development at 922 N 200th St, 98133 in the Hillwood neighborhood.

They would ask to rezone the property from R12 to the comprehensive plan designation for R24.

They are also looking to subdivide the property into six fee simple townhome units.

The property is a deep lot with a small post war house sitting right in the middle of it. The building on the east side of it is a 16-unit two story apartment building that has been there for about 40 years. The lot on the west side has been subdivided and has two large homes, one two stories tall and the other three stories tall.



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LFP Council to hear draft Safe Highways report findings Thursday

LFP City Hall
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
At the LFP Council study session 6-7pm on Thursday, February 8 in the Lake Forest Room of City Hall, the council will hear presentations on a proposed interlocal agreement with the King County Marine Patrol.

Police Chief Sutton will brief them about a proposed change to the traffic calming program.

The regular council meeting begins at 7pm in the Council Chambers of City Hall. Most of the meeting is devoted to a Fehr and Peers presentation of the draft Safe Highways report findings.

Ira Gross will be confirmed as a new Planning Commissioner.

City Hall, 17425 Ballinger Way NE, 98155


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Author Leif Whittaker talks about his famous family at Third Place Books

Bestselling author Jojo Moyes, local climbing royalty Leif Whittaker, Newberry award winner Cynthia Kadohata, and a trio of diet and food writers this week at Third Place Books.


Upper level, Town Center, Lake Forest Park, where Ballinger Way and Bothell Way meet. Lectures are free - buy the book and have it signed by the author.

Jojo Moyes
Still Me (Random House)
Tuesday, February 6 at 7 pm

Join us for a very special evening with sensational #1 New York Times bestselling author Jojo Moyes, who will discuss and sign copies of her new book, featuring Louisa Clark, the iconic heroine of Me Before You and After You.

Presentation FREE; signing line ticket available ONLY with pre-order of Still Me. More information here

Leif Whittaker
My Old Man and The Mountain (Mountaineers)
Wednesday, February 7 at 7 pm

Finalist for the Washington State Book Award, Leif Whittaker's engaging and humorous memoir tells the story of what it was like to “grow up Whittaker,” in an extended family of accomplished climbers. In 1963, the world followed the first American Mount Everest Expedition, and watched “Big Jim” Whittaker become the first American to stand on top of the world. With wry honesty Leif depicts his unique coming of age tale in which he contends with his father and other mountains.

Cynthia Kadohata
Checked
Friday, February 9 at 6 pm

From Newbery Medalist Cynthia Kadohata comes a brilliantly realized novel for kids ages 10-14. Hockey is Conor's life. It's his dad's whole life too. There are few things they love more than the game, and one of those things is their Doberman, Sinbad. When Sinbad is diagnosed with cancer, Conor puts hockey lessons and practices on hold so they can pay for Sinbad's chemotherapy. Without hockey to distract him, Conor begins to notice more ... and that's not always a good thing. Or is it?

Diane Sanfilippo, 21-Day Sugar Detox Daily Guide (Victory Belt)
and Robyn Youkilis, Thin From Within (Kyle Cathie Books)
Saturday, February 10 at 6 pm

Certified Nutrition Consultant, Balanced Bites podcast cohost, and New York Times bestselling author Diane Sanfilippo (Practical Paleo) returns to Lake Forest Park for a conversation with certified wellness expert and TV personality Robyn Youkilis (Go With Your Gut) for a short talk, Q/A, and joint book signing.




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Dance the Bones - free African Traditional Dance Workshop Feb 16


JHP Cultural and Diversity Legacy in collaboration with Dale Turner YMCA in Shoreline presents 'Dance the Bones,' a FREE African Traditional Dance Workshop.

JHP Legacy believes that the increment in our overall bone density, strength, balance and coordination is ascertained by highly concentrated exercises!

As part of our vision, we want all and sundry to learn at least one Traditional Dance each year, We will be learning a Social Traditional Dance called "Kpatsa" from Ghana.

Come DANCE [Exercise] THE BONES on Friday, February 16, 2018 6:30pm-8pm at Dale Turner YMCA, 19290 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline 98133.

IT IS FREE, JUST COME WITH YOUR BONES



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LFP Rotary speakers for February meetings

Rotary Club of Lake Forest Park’s Weekly Meeting Speakers for the Month of February

The Rotary Club of Lake Forest Park meets every Wednesday morning for breakfast from 7:15-8:30am at the Lake Forest Park Presbyterian Church, 17440 Brookside Blvd NE.

Each weekly meeting includes a program from 8-8:30am. We invite all interested community members to come visit for breakfast, meet our members, learn about our club and enjoy our program. 

The programs for February are:

February 7: Cindy Pridemore and Julie Fredrickson, Shoreline Public Schools Foundation

February 14: Patrick Harn, Consultant for PG O’Hara and Co., Aviation Safety

February 21: Gloria Kawabori, “My Story of Living in a Japanese Internment Camp”

February 28: Rachel Padgett, Director of Corporate Relations, Businesses Ending Slavery and Trafficking

About Rotary
Rotary brings together a global network of volunteer leaders dedicated to tackling the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges. Rotary connects 1.2 million members of more than 34,000 Rotary clubs in over 200 countries and geographical areas. Their work impacts lives at both the local and international levels, from helping families in need in their own communities to working toward a polio-free world.

For more information, visit Rotary. Meetings of the Rotary Club of Lake Forest Park are held every Wednesday morning for breakfast at the Lake Forest Park Presbyterian Church, 17440 Brookside Blvd. NE, Lake Forest Park.



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In The Garden Now…. Belarina Double Primrose

Belarina Cobalt Blue
Photo by Victoria Gilleland
Text and photos by Victoria Gilleland

Hundreds of varieties of these lovely spring blooming plants make up the genus ‘Primula.’ 

Some of the most colorful and flamboyant in flower form are the Belarina varieties that bear intensely colored, double, carnation like flowers. ‘Cobalt Blue’ and ‘Nectarine’ are two of my favorites.

These Primroses are hardy in our area and do well in damp shady gardens where other plants struggle.

They also make terrific container plants and are very attractive in pots near an entry where they will be viewed regularly and close up.

‘Nectarine’ Primrose
Photo by Victoria Gilleland
The plants put on quite a show in spring, are easy to grow, compact and bloom for weeks. Over time larger mounds are formed and do best if divided every few years in late summer…. perfect pass along plants!

An added bonus is that deer and rabbits tend to leave them alone. But, no guarantee on that!

Give these splendid little perennials a chance in your garden! They’re available now in local nurseries.

Botanical Name: Primula Belarina ‘Cobalt Blue’ and ‘Nectarine’

Victoria Gilleland is the owner of Cottage Garden Designs, a Garden Design company specializing in Redesign of Residential Gardens, Garden Consultation and Coaching. She has been designing gardens in the northwest for over 25 years.



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Letter to the Editor: Vote on both sides

To the Editor:

VOTE ON BOTH SIDES!!

We are voting on two funding proposals for Shoreline Schools, but for some inexplicable reason, the King County Elections Board has printed the ballots with one proposal on each side of the form.

There are already reports of some voters not realizing they needed to turn the ballot over for the second proposal.

Both proposals are replacement levies to continue the funding for many of the programs and services that make the Shoreline School District one of the best in the state. Let’s continue to provide our children the best education possible.

PLEASE VOTE “YES” ON BOTH PROPOSALS - ON BOTH SIDES OF THE BALLOT.

Brion and Geneva Norton
Shoreline – Hillwood Neighborhood



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Humble Feast Monday night - plus recipe for Ancho Chile Brownies

Chiles
Photo by Devra Gartenstein
Patty Pan's Humble Feast is a series of community-based, monthly dinner events featuring local ingredients sourced primarily from area farmers who are our friends and neighbors at the markets.

They are held on the first Monday of every month. This month February 5, 2018.

February's Feast menu: Pupusas with beef or vegetarian squash fillings, black beans, roasted root vegetables, cortido slaw, and ancho chile brownies.

Patty Pan's Neighborhood Kitchen: 15550 27th Ave NE, Shoreline 98155.

The dinners are a flat rate of $12/person (plus tax). For $10 (plus tax) discounted tickets if you prepay via PayPal by 4pm on the day of the dinner. Kids half price.

Ancho Chile Brownies


16 tablespoons unsalted butter
8 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate chips

1 tablespoon ancho chili powder, or any other mild or medium chili powder made from a single variety of pepper. (Avoid chili powder blends with ingredients like cumin, oregano, and garlic powder)

½ teaspoon cinnamon
4 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour

One 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan, buttered and lined with buttered parchment or foil

Set a rack at the middle level of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees.

Melt the butter and chocolate in a double boiler. Add the chili powder and cinnamon.

Whisk the eggs together in a large bowl, then add the salt, sugars, and vanilla. Stir in the chocolate and butter mixture, then fold in the flour.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for about 45 minutes, until the top has formed a shiny crust and batter is moderately firm. Cool the brownies in the pan on a rack.

--Devra Gartenstein



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Free ECG Youth Heart Screening Event at Ingraham High School Wednesday

Free ECG Youth Heart Screening Event at Ingraham High School takes place during American Heart Month in memory of coach, Kelly Donovan

Nick of Time Foundation will partner with UW Medicine, UW Center for Sports Cardiology, CardeaScreen, Sonosite, WA State Council of Firefighters, and Physio Foundation to provide free ECG youth heart screenings for active students and young athletes in memory of Ingraham High School coach, Kelly Donovan.

Open to all students ages 14-24, regardless of where they go to school.

Wednesday, February 7, 2018, 9a.m. - 2:30pm
Ingraham High School gymnasium, 1819 N 135th St, Seattle 98133

To kick off the start of American Heart Month, 500 young people will be screened and taught “hands only” CPR on Wednesday February 7, 2018 by Nick of Time Foundation and its partners.

This event is also being held in honor of Kelly Donovan, a coach at Ingraham High School who suffered and died from a sudden cardiac arrest while on the field with her ultimate boys Frisbee team at Ingraham High School in December 2016.

The screenings are intended to identify undetected heart conditions in youth – particularly student athletes, which might increase their risk of SCA. These free events are made possible due to the volunteer collaboration of numerous community organizations that come together to ensure Puget Sound youth are safe to compete and be active. No athlete should die doing what they love.




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Shoreline City Council meets Monday

Shoreline City Council Meetings

Monday, February 5, 2018 – Special Meeting 5:45pm
- Council Goal Setting Workshop

Monday, February 5, 2018 – Regular Meeting 7:00pm




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Shoreline Fire calls Jan 22-28

Shoreline Fire Headquarters
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
Shoreline Fire calls
Week of January 22-28
  • Aid - 61
  • Aid Non Emergency - 18
  • MVA (Motor Vehicle Accident) - 14
  • Medic - 77 ( Bothell and Northshore including M65, M47)
  • MVA Medic - 1
  • MVA Rescue - 1
  • Cardiac Arrest - 6
    • 2 in Bothell in Northshore w/M65 and M47)
  • AFA (Automatic Fire Alarm) - 12
  • Flooding Minor - 1 (Seattle Utilities responded)
  • Haz - 2 CO alarms
  • Service Calls - 2
    • 1 blood draw for PD
    • 1 tree in roadway)
  • Working Structure Fire - 2 in Bothell


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5 Acre Woods February celebration

Celebration at 5 Acre Woods
Photo by Gary Hawkey

By Donna Hawkey

Lake Forest Park residents from various neighborhoods came together on Saturday, February 3rd to celebrate the City’s acquisition of 5 Acre Woods (5AW).

This effort has been very community driven with lots of contributions of hard work, and generous donations from LFP residents which currently total $113,000.

Mayor Jeff Johnson announced that the City is getting ready to include 5AW into Lake Forest Park’s future parks plan.

A family from Bothell attended who have helped out at four work parties. The teens were looking for Honor Society volunteer hours and saw the 5AW posting on NextDoor.

Residents had the opportunity to hear about the current visions for 5AW. Described as a forest preserve and wildlife paradise, an educational haven, a nature retreat, and an environmental wonder, 5AW is becoming a community project for everyone.

5 Acre Woods was previously owned by Seattle City Light, who never used it for any purpose so the land has been untouched for over forty years. The purchase is being made possible by conservation grants and LFP residents' donations.

If you have ever tried to pull ivy,
you'll know what an accomplishment this is!
Photo by Polly Saunders
 
The Lake Forest Park Stewardship Foundation (LFPSF) has been spearheading this project and encouraged residents to get further involved by attending a monthly work party or by holding a “friend- raising” or fundraising gathering at private homes.

If you’re interested in sponsoring a home gathering, contact LFPSF Fundraising Chair Brad Keefe at keefeba@gmail.com. LFPSF will help you in setting up your gathering.

The next regularly scheduled first Saturday of the month restoration work party will be on Saturday, March 3rd from 9:00am until noon. Refreshments and snacks are provided.

More information on the webpage or Facebook page

5 Acre Woods is located on 40th Pl NE at 45th Pl NE.



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Post 227 donates to Fallen Heroes Project

From left : Larry Fischer, Michael G. Reagan, Earl Thompson,
Bob Grasmick, Doug Saunders, George Poitras, Jerry Pickard


On Wednesday, January 24, 2018 Members of Post 227 met world renowned artist Michael G. Reagan at Alderwood Mall's Claim Jumper restaurant where they gave him a cash donation in support of his "Fallen Heroes Project". 

Michael does pencil drawings of fallen soldiers, police officers, and shooting victims and presents them to their family members. Michael gets no funding from any government source or charity.

He gets most of his funding from cash donations made to the Fallen Heroes Project website. Michael says he finds Post 227 to be incredibly supportive of his work.



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Shoreline Police Blotter - Two weeks ending 1-22-2018

Sunday, February 4, 2018

Photo by Steven H. Robinson
Selected items from the Shoreline Police blotter, two weeks ending January 22, 2018.

Trending: family disturbances / domestic violence: DV with assault ends in arrest (2); CPS called after woman hit daughter in thigh with a flip-flop; argument between mother and son over a cell phone during custody weekend, grandparents interfere; man assaults his grown son, booked into jail; mother and son disturbance; 13 year old boy doesn't want to go with father on visitation days.

01-05  Man paid cash for a cell phone from a seller in the Safeway parking lot. Cell phone is locked.
01-06  Male reports he was locked in a house for days.
01-07  Man with history of assaultive behavior toward deputies is loitering outside police station.
01-07  Larceny from apt at Linden Highlands.
01-07  Mentally ill subject concocts story about being locked out of her apt to get attention from fire and police.
01-08  Bicycle stolen from Y. Video of suspect.
01-08  Suspect who stole large cart of groceries from Central Market was in possession of a stolen handgun.
01-08  Purse stolen from shopping cart in parking lot of QFC on RB road.
01-09  Burglary at 15xx NE 171st while owner was away for the night.
01-10  Property tagged with graffiti and generator stolen from scrapped camper at Evergreen RV.
01-10  Students at Einstein caught selling marijuana.
01-10  23xx N 192nd St - both license plates on vehicle stolen and swapped out with a stolen car's plate.
01-10  Vehicle stolen from Shoreline Pool.
01-11  Resident at The Blakeley taken in again for alcohol detox.
01-11  Convicted felon trying to buy a gun at Big Five so he can kill police.
01-11  67 year old woman Trespassed from Goodwill after stealing a blanket to stay warm and toys for her grandchildren.
01-11  Package of dog food stolen from front porch at 199xx Linden Ave N.
01-12  Person with mental issues was tased by officer after he refused to drop the needle in his hand. No injury to either. Taken for involuntary commitment.
01-13  Suspect broke into house at 17xx NE 146th but didn't take anything.
01-14  Mail theft of unlocked boxes 167xx 8th Ave NE.
01-14  Burglary 22xx NE 175th through unlocked back door.
01-15  180xx 7th Ave NE, 1:15am - missing person found after call to report someone in the street screaming.
01-15  Burglary to I-Vape store 200th and Aurora.
01-15  Graffiti at Echo Lake Park.

Week ending 1-22-18

01-09  Burglary at 18xx N 204th Pl through locked window.
01-11  Contact for suspicious vehicle at 177xx Aurora, yielded person with dept of corrections warrant for investigation of drug offence.
01-15  Vehicle crashed into mailboxes at 204xx 25th Ave NW then left the scene.
01-16  Male broke windows of his brother's vehicle parked at Ridgecrest 7-11.
01-16  Bipolar male flags down police and voluntarily goes to hospital.
01-17  Suspicious male at WSDOT on Dayton, demanding a job and scaring female staff.
01-17  Two females stole vodka from Ballinger Thriftway by smuggling it out in large purses.
01-18  Mentally ill male who was high made a scene at North City Safeway.
01-18  Female assaulted by ex-boyfriend.
01-18  Residential burglary - entered house through unlocked garage door.
01-19  Innis Arden maintenance worker found dead in ravine.
01-19  Subject Trespassed for sleeping on Bank of American property.
01-20  Robbery with a gun by known suspect.
01-21  Trespass turned Obstruction turned Drug arrest. Adult male booked into jail.
01-21  Vehicle locked and abandoned in roadway at NE 175th and 3rd NE



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