Attorney General’s Office updates Public Records Act Model Rules

Monday, March 5, 2018

Rule updates reflect changes in law and address public records on personal communications devices

Attorney General Bob Ferguson filed updates to the Public Records Act (PRA) Model Rules, reflecting changes in state law and helping the public and agencies navigate changing technology. The amended model rules are effective April 2, 2018.

The model rules provide information about the PRA and some suggested best practices. They are advisory and do not have the force of law, however they can guide governments as they develop their public records rules and procedures. In 2017, the Washington State Legislature amended the PRA to say local public agencies should consult the model rules when establishing PRA ordinances.

In August 2017, the AGO filed proposed amendments to the model rules, which went through a public notice and public comment process concluding with a public hearing in October 2017. The Administrative Procedure Act requires the AGO to file the final model rules by March 5.

Among other things, the 2018 updates to the model rules:

  • Confirm that the public is entitled to request public records stored on personal devices if those records concern agency business;
  • Address relevant court rulings and legislative changes to the PRA including, for example, those concerning copy fees and required records training;
  • Address technology changes such as online records portals used at some agencies, and give examples of how agencies can provide records electronically; and,
  • Significantly reduce the PRA exemptions and judicial review discussions, referring readers to opinions, statutes and to other resources on the law.

The model rules also state that an agency should reasonably organize its records and maintain an index of records. Agencies are encouraged to refer to the extensive guidance published by the Secretary of State for advice regarding records management.

Click here to read the amended model rules (to be codified in chapter 44-14 of the Washington Administrative Code).

The AGO Local Government Public Records Consultation Program provides guidance to local government agencies to adopt best practices for responding to public records requests.



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Residential fire on Meridian

There was a residential structure fire in the 15500 block of Meridian Ave N called in at 12:06am Monday, March 5, 2018.

Shoreline Fire was on scene in less than four minutes of of the 911 call being made. The fire was knocked down by 1am.

After fire ground activity is complete, investigation will take place for cause.



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Scene on the Sound: Sails on the Shoreline Sea

Sails in the Shoreline Sea
Photo by Jan Hansen

Sailboats took advantage of a sunny, windy day on Saturday to run a course in the Shoreline Sea.

The course ran north to the mid-channel buoy, round the buoy, then turned back south.

Rounding buoy and heading back south
Photo by Jan Hansen


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New York Times best-selling author Jamie Ford to speak at Edmonds Library Friday

Jamie Ford, author
The Edmonds Library, Friends of the Edmonds Library and City of Edmonds Arts Commission present an evening with best-selling author Jamie Ford.

This is an opportunity to hear about Ford’s work as a writer and meet the author at a book signing following his presentation. The Edmonds Bookshop will have his novels available to purchase at the event.

After Hours at The Library presents an evening with author Jamie Ford, Friday, March 9, 6:30pm in the Edmonds Plaza Room, 650 Main St (above the Edmonds Library). Admission is free.

Raised in the Puget Sound region and a former resident of Seattle, Jamie Ford is the author of three fictional novels set in Seattle and the city’s International District.

His 2009 debut novel, “Hotel on The Corner of Bitter and Sweet” (Ballantine Books) received numerous accolades, including New York Times Bestseller, IndieBound NEXT List Selection, Borders Original Voices Selection, Barnes and Noble Book Club Selection, National Bestseller, and American Booksellers Association’s #1 Book Club Pick for Fall 2009/Winter 2010.

His following novels, “Songs of Willow Frost” (2013) and the recently published “Love and Other Consolation Prizes” follow in the author’s canon of the journey of the human spirit set against a historical Seattle backdrop. Ford is also the author of short stories and essays which appear in several anthologies.

Sno-Isle Libraries serves 728,745 residents in Washington’s Snohomish and Island counties through 21 community libraries, online services, and Library on Wheels.



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Bike helmet giveaway Mar 17

Free bike helmets for kids 1 to 18 only on Saturday, March 17, 2018 from 12:30 to 3:30pm at the Spartan Recreation Center, 202 NE 185th St, Shoreline 98155. Spartan is between the Senior Center and the Shoreline Stadium on NE 185th.

The wearer must be present to be fitted. Supplies may be limited.

The giveaway is sponsored by Seattle Children's Hospital and Medical Center.



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Senior Center gets free passes to performance of Oklahoma!

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center has been invited to a FREE preview of the production OKLAHOMA! presented by the Middle School Students of Northshore Christian Academy.

Seats will be reserved under our name, Shoreline-LFP Senior Center, so we ask that you drop by the Center to pick-up your reminder passes so that we have a headcount to provide the academy. 

You may ask for as many passes as you like. It is sure to be a delightful presentation, filled with music, dance and comedy!

Performance: OKLAHOMA!
Date: March 22nd
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Northshore Christian Academy 5700 23rd Ave W, Everett
Cost: FREE
Passes at Senior Center, 18560 1st Ave N #1, southernmost building on Shoreline Center campus.



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Park design workshops Tuesday and Saturday


The Shoreline Parks department will hold Open House #2 this week for the eight city parks currently being redesigned.

Tuesday, March 6, 2018, 6pm will include the parks west of I-5: Hillwood, Keough, Richmond Highlands, Shoreview, and Westminster Triangle.

Saturday, March 10, 2018, 9am will feature the three parks east of I-5: Brugger's Bog, Hamlin, and Ridgecrest.

Both meetings will be held in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N, 98133

All designs will be on display at both meetings.



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Shoreline City Council meets Monday

Shoreline City Council 2018
Standing, from left: McConnell, Roberts, Scully, McGlashan, Chang
Seated from left: Deputy Mayor Jesse Salomon, Mayor Will Hall

Shoreline City Council regular meeting Monday, March 5, 2018 7:00pm at City Hall, Council Chambers 17500 Midvale Ave N, 98133

Agenda Highlights - Link to full Agenda
  • Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract with Salmon-Safe Inc. in the Amount of $80,000 to Certify Shoreline as a Salmon-Safe City
  • Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Local Agency Agreement with the Washington State Department of Transportation to Obligate $587,289 of Surface Transportation Program Grant Funds for the 15th Avenue NE Pavement Preservation Project
  • Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into an Agreement with EarthCorps in the Amount of $110,000 to Provide Environmental Vegetation Management and Minor Trail Repair for Shoreline Parks and Surface Water Facilities
  • Discussing Resolution No. 425 – Ratification of the 2017 WRIA 8 Chinook Salmon Conservation Plan
  • Discussing Ordinance No. 816 – Establishing Biennial Budgeting ProcessUpdate and Discussion of Projects for the Aurora Square Community Renewal AreaExecutive Session: Litigation – RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) and Property Acquisition - RCW 42.30.110(1)(b)
Comment on Agenda items



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Chinese story time at the Shoreline Library on Fridays through June

Join storyteller Hua Zhang for stories, culture and activities in Mandarin Chinese.

For children who speak Chinese and those interested in the language! All are welcome!

This is a family program for all ages.  

Chinese Story Time will be held at 11:00am on Fridays: 
  • March 9, 16, 23 and 30, 
  • April 6, May 25, and 
  • June 1, 8 and 15.



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King County Library System Director gets to know her new territory

Lisa Rosenblum speaks to library staff
Photo courtesy KCLS
Lisa Rosenblum, appointed as director of the King County Library System on January 16, 2018, reports on her second month in the job to the KCLS Board
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February presented many opportunities for making connections.

Washington State Librarian Cindy Aden and I met and she educated me on the structure of the Washington State Library (WSL).

We talked about how KCLS can partner with WSL on future key initiatives and we both feel that KCLS, as the biggest library system in the state, has a lot to share with other libraries and needs to be at the table sharing best practices.

I also met with Seattle Public Library’s City Librarian Marcellus Turner and was given a tour of Seattle’s Central Library. I plan to meet on a regular basis with both the directors of SPL and Pierce County Library System.

I also sat down with KidsQuest Executive Director Putter Bert to discuss ways to keep our long-standing partnership going. KidsQuest Children’s Museum is a hands-on, interactive children’s museum next to the Bellevue Library that encourages learning through play with an emphasis on science, technology, engineering, art and math.

KCLS patrons can use their library cards to get free passes to KidsQuest and two other kid-friendly museums — the Bellevue Arts Museum and the Washington State History Museum.

I also attended a meeting with Burien’s City Manager, City Attorney and Interim Police Chief to discuss patron behavior issues at the Burien Library and afterwards toured all six libraries in the West Region: Boulevard Park, Burien, Greenbridge, Tukwila, Valley View, and White Center.

As I approach the end of my second month, have visited staff in five of our 12 library regions. I am learning about the unique characteristics of each of our libraries and have enjoyed exploring the different communities we serve throughout the county. I will continue to make headway meeting staff, patrons, and constituents in the weeks ahead.



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Einstein drama performs Schoolhouse Rock Live Jr.!

Sunday, March 4, 2018

Relive childhood favorites “I’m Just a Bill” and “Interjections!” at one of three performances at Einstein Middle School Theater (Cafeteria). 

Friday, March 23 at 7:00pm, Saturday, March 24 at 2:00pm and 7:00pm. 19343 3rd Ave NW Shoreline 98177

The community is invited to attend.

Tickets are $8 general admission, $5 students / seniors and can be purchased at the Einstein main office or at the door. All ticket and concession sale proceeds go towards Einstein Middle School to support their theater program.

Based on the Emmy Award-winning 1970’s educational cartoon series, Schoolhouse Rock Live Jr! uses a variety of musical styles to teach grammar, math, science, history, social studies, and political science while telling the story of Tom, a young teacher nervously anticipating his first day on the job.



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Evan Smith: Kagi, Ryu, other legislators change course on public records

Evan Smith
By Evan Smith

State Reps. Ruth Kagi and Cindy Ryu, along with 39 other legislators reversed course after an unpopular vote last week that would have exempted the legislature from state public records law.

In addition, the two apologized for their votes for the original bill.

After a public outcry, the legislators joined newspaper editorial boards across the state in urging Gov. Jay Inslee to veto the bill, which he did.

Kagi said Saturday, “A task force of interested parties will be convened to make recommendations to the legislature on the release of public records.”

She added that she assumes that the recommendations will include some legislation that will be introduced in the 2019 session.

She said that she and Ryu are working out the logistics of disclosing their calendars and correspondence with lobbyists.

“Each of us only has one staff member, our legislative assistants, so we are trying to figure out how to provide this information without overburdening our already hardworking staff.”

Kagi and Ryu represent Shoreline and the rest of the 32nd Legislative District.

In a Friday news release, Kagi said this:
“The bill moved through the legislature quickly last Friday, bypassing the regular legislative process, which is meant to ensure that there is adequate time for the public to review and comment on legislation. 
“While Representative Ryu and I voted for this legislation as it passed the House, we strongly disagree with the rushed and secretive manner in which the bill was passed. 
“We want to sincerely apologize to our constituents and commit to working during the interim on a solution that makes the legislature more open to the public while still protecting sensitive constituent information. We made a mistake and are moving forward to fix it.” 

Kagi said that the legislation passed last week created new obligations regarding the public disclosure of legislative records.
“Under the bill, for the first time legislator calendars and correspondence between legislators and lobbyists would be available for public disclosure. The bill protected constituent correspondence from disclosure.

Ryu added, “I know from my years in local government that releasing records is not only doable, it is an important tool to hold elected officials accountable and creates a stronger democracy.”

Ryu is a former member of the Shoreline City Council, including time when she presided over the council as mayor.

Evan Smith can be reached at schsmith@frontier.com



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Indian food at the Humble Feast Monday night - plus recipe for Kale & Potato Curry

Monday night's Humble Feast is Indian food

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 March 5, 2018.

March's Feast menu: Lamb and Lentil Kofta, Kale and Potato Curry, Rice Pulao, Curried Cabbage Salad, and Carrot Halwah.

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.

Kale and Potato Curry

4 red or yellow potatoes (unpeeled), chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated ginger
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom

6 leaves kale, finely chopped
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 tomato, chopped

Makes 4 to 6 servings

Put the potatoes in a saucepan, add water to cover by an inch or two, and bring to a boil over high heat. Lower the heat to medium, cover, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until soft.

Meanwhile, heat the oil in a saucepan or skillet over medium-low heat, add the onion, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cardamom, and salt, and sauté for about 5 minutes, until the onion is soft. Stir in the tomato and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes longer, until it breaks down. Stir in the kale and cook 5 to 10 minutes longer, until tender. 

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Rob Oxford: Hoping for Real Change


Steven with Rob on a street corner in Westlake
By Rob Oxford

We've all seen them, standing in front of the grocery store or on a street corner, selling what appears to be some sort of newspaper.

Occasionally, some of us will purchase one and sometimes read it, most likely out of guilt.

Some, I have learned, will purchase it and "use it to line the birdcage".

Others will avoid eye contact, pretend not to hear the greeting of "Real Change Newspaper today, Sir?" and still some will go so far as to walk out of their way to use another entrance instead of simply saying "No thank you, not today".

I admit it, I've done all of the above (although I don't have a bird), but not anymore. Why? Because I was blessed with the opportunity to educate myself.

A couple of weeks ago I took part in a very special event at Westlake Center Downtown. As a member of the media (KZOK Radio) I was asked by my friend Shelley Dooley, Managing Director for REAL CHANGE if I'd be interested in helping their vendors sell the REAL CHANGE Newspaper during the lunch hour on Wednesday. I was excited to do so for several reasons. I like meeting new people, I wanted an insiders look at REAL CHANGE and how it goes about making a difference and finally, if a friend needs my help, they're going to get it.

Let me preface by saying I am not a fan of "sign holders". Those individuals who stand on a street corner, holding a cardboard sign sometimes with a catchy phrase or outlandish statement written on it, hoping for your spare change. Everyone has a talent, everyone can do something. I understand there are plenty of mitigating factors as to why someone is homeless or jobless, but in my humble opinion and this may sound harsh, one must at least first try to help themselves before they can expect help from others. REAL CHANGE Vendors are businessmen and women. They are in essence entrepreneurs. They're selling a product. It's called "REAL CHANGE" and the name of this paper describes the effect it hopes to have on its Vendors.

I was paired up with a gentlemen named Steven. Steven is from Florida, he has no family to speak of and after what was a long recovery from an assault by two men that left him in a coma and eventually with permanent brain damage, moved to Seattle to start again. He is currently going to school studying Health Care Administration, receives public housing from Seattle Housing Authority, works at both Safeco and Century Link Fields and spends 20 hours a week selling "REAL CHANGE". A nicer, more pleasant human I have not met in quite some time.

Steven has been selling REAL CHANGE since 2010 and absolutely loves it. Like me he likes meeting new people and looks forward to weekly visits from his "regulars". Yes, Steven has customers who buy their paper from him (and only him) every week. He greets them with a smile, will sometimes make a joke, ask them what kind of articles they like to read and as they walk away tell them to "enjoy the crossword puzzle" and he's not ashamed to tell you that some of them are "big tippers".

It's surprising how many people are unfamiliar with REAL CHANGE and its mission. I came to the event with a long list of questions I wanted to ask. Only a few got answered, but enough for me to know that REAL CHANGE as Steven put it, is "a hand up not a hand out". I'd heard that phrase before, it's been used by other non-profits, but last Wednesday I saw this concept first hand.

When I asked another Vendor what he felt was the "biggest misconception people have about him", he responded that "they think we're all on drugs". Although it is true that some vendors are currently using drugs and alcohol, the same can be said for any number of employees working 9 - 5's in any number of other occupations. The Directors at REAL CHANGE ask that their independent contractors be sober when they're selling, but sadly at times, they are not. Therefore it becomes a delicate balance between "employment, "social work" and a lot of "professional development". As a precaution, the organization won't sell papers to someone who is obviously unfit to sell and considering without product they have nothing to sell, the situation often takes care of itself.

Real Change is designed to cater to those they serve and the articles are contributed by award-winning and nationally recognized writers. But this article isn't about them or the paper itself, for that you'll have to purchase a copy.

This article is about the men and women who buy the paper for .60 and sell it to you for $2.00. That's roughly 70% pure profit going straight to the Vendor. This article is about people dealing with adversity. This article is about you and me if we refuse to acknowledge those who are genuinely trying to better their own situations. This article is about a man who'll "never say no to a sandwich or cup of coffee" from someone unwilling to buy the paper, but willing to make a new friend. This article is about people who want to be and deserve to be treated with dignity and respect.

So as a favor to me, Steven, all of the REAL CHANGE Vendors and to yourself, the next time you see a REAL CHANGE Vendor, you don't necessarily have to buy a paper from them, instead simply acknowledge their presence, smile and say "Hello".

I can guarantee you that regardless as you pass by Steven, he'll wish you a "Happy Day!"



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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Watchdogs



Previous cartoons by Whitney Potter can be found under Features 
in the first column of the front page of the Shoreline Area News



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Nominate a deserving person for the Life Changer award


2012 Life Changer Award to Lea Coates
You likely know someone who has made life better for others. That someone might be a friend, a teacher, a doctor, a pastor or anyone. 

You can gain recognition for that deserving person by nominating him or her for an American Legion Life Changer Award.

It’s easy to nominate someone and a successful nomination will provide a wonderful reward for that deserving person.

To make a nomination, write up to 300 words describing how your nominee made life better. Include the full name, address and phone number of the nominee, as well as your full name, address and phone number.

Then, before May 1, 2018, email the nomination or send the nomination to American Legion Post 227, PO Box 55193, Shoreline, WA 98155-0193.

The Life Changer award is sponsored by the Starr Sutherland Jr. Post 227 of the American Legion. Post members will select the winner. The winner will receive a framed certificate plus a $200 gift certificate for dining at the enchanting Sky City restaurant atop the Seattle Space Needle.

Any questions about the awards program can be directed to the above email address. That special someone, who has made life better for you or for others that you know, deserves recognition and you can get it for him or her.



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Three neighborhoods to hear from Parks Director Thursday


Residents of Highland Terrace, Richmond Highlands, and Westminster Triangle are invited to a meeting Thursday March 8, 2018 from 7:30 - 8:30pm in the Highland Terrace Elementary School library, 100 N 160th St, Shoreline 98133.

Parks Director Eric Friendi will talk about site concepts for the Shoreview, Richmond Highlands, and Westminster Triangle parks.



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Crime in Shoreline - two weeks ending 2-26-18

Photo by Steven H. Robinson
Selected items from the Shoreline Police Blotter for two weeks ending February 26, 2018

Trending: car prowls involving broken windows; car thefts; domestic violence assaults; forced entry residential burglaries.
Notable: two cars stolen which were left running, unlocked, with keys inside

02-11  Unknown subject pried open locking mailbox at 185xx Linden and stole a paycheck.
02-12  Subaru Legacy stolen from 192nd park n ride lot.
02-12  2xxx 9th NW - unknown suspects steal from victim's vehicles two nights in a row.
02-13  Picked up suspect at 145xx Whitman in possession of stolen packages.
02-14  Vehicles stolen from King's parking lot and apartment parking stall on N 200th; multiple bicycles stolen from unsecured parking garage at Ronald Commons.
02-14  Stopped a speeding driver and cited him for speeding and driving without a license. He has pending cases for auto theft, ID theft, and Violation of the Uniform Firearm Act (VUFA). Prior convictions for VUFA, assault, theft, and possession of a stolen firearm.
02-15  Graffiti at 200th and Aurora.
02-15  Windows smashed and cars prowled in secure garage at Polaris.
02-15  Burglary at 186xx 16th NE, cameras stolen. Video of suspect inside house and fingerprints identified.
02-15  155xx Midvale - stranger sitting on back deck of house.
02-16  Residential burglary 159xx 10th NE. Tried to kick in door, then smashed through rear slider.
02-16  195xx 5th NE residential burglary. Door kicked open and electronics stolen.
02-16  Felony DV court order violation - broke through front door to gain entrance.
02-16  Intoxicated person lying in stranger's front yard had an outstanding warrant.
02-17  Suspect gave female at Club Hollywood a note with a small packet of cocaine. She called police.
02-17  Officer responded to a domestic violence call and arrested person for violation of a court order and possession of stolen property.
02-17  Three car collision in parking lot at Walgreen's on 175th. Impaired driver but insufficient evidence for DUI.
02-18  Fight at house party on N 150th left unconscious victim and uncooperative witnesses.
02-18  Victim lost $6000 in AmericaGeeks.com scam.
02-19  Victim interrupts car prowl of his vehicle on 1st NE, then chases suspects into Seattle where they are involved in a hit and run collision.
02-20  Deputies responded to report of person yelling at a Metro bus driver at Shoreline CC. When told to leave the person bent over and dropped a baggie of meth.
02-22  Person on Aurora charged with huffing Dust Off keyboard cleaner and possessing a meth pipe.
02-22  Man peering in front window of residence on 12th NE fled when light came on.
02-22  Driver stopped for defective tail light, arrested for not having an interlock device on vehicle.
02-23  Report of meth sales at Newport Apts. on N 178th.
02-23  Forced entry residential burglaries at 12xx N 155th and 154xx 5th NE.
02-23  Burglar entered unlocked house at 154xx 5th NE while resident was asleep.
02-23  Subject displayed a gun to the receptionist at Shoreline CC.
02-23  Staff at Rat City Rollergirls discovered intoxicated female behind their building.
02-23  Burglar defeated deadbolt lock to steal electronics and jewelry at residence on 165xx 8th NE.
02-23  Residential burglary at 18xx NE 168th after burglar crawled in through the doggie door.
02-23  Subject taken to detox after overdosing on LSD.
02-23  Welfare check of driver at 182nd and Aurora turns into warrant arrest after driver runs from police and proves to be high on meth.
02-24  Male found to be in violation of DV no contact order after arrest for multiple warrants for burglary and theft.
02-26  Subject asleep in vehicle, which was running and parked on sidewalk on Aurora.



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Scene on the Sound: Clippers and Cutters

Victoria Clipper meets CGC Mellon
on the Shoreline Sea
Photo courtesy Jan Hansen


The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Mellon (WHEC-717) is a Hamilton-class high endurance cutter based out of Seattle. It has a long and dramatic history, having served in Vietnam, been outfitted with guns during the Cold War, and involved in dramatic rescues in the Bering Sea and Pacific Ocean. See the Wikipedia article.

But this day was a peaceful sailing into her home port in Seattle, as she crossed paths with the Victoria Clipper, which was taking tourists to Victoria, B.C.



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LFP Rotary hears about life in US internment camps during WWII

Saturday, March 3, 2018

Gloria beside a picture board that recounts some of this sad history.
Photo courtesy LFP Rotary

On February 21, 2018, members of the Lake Forest Park Rotary heard from speaker Gloria Kawabori about her life and that of her family in internment camps in the US from 1942 to 1945.

American citizens lost homes, businesses, land, and often more valuable things intrinsic to one's dignity and welfare.

Of the 120,000 Japanese and others who were sent to the camps, not one was found guilty of spying or sabotage against our country.



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Development on Firlands Way

19370 Firlands Way N


The application for permits has been submitted for a project on Firlands Way N which will convert an existing residential structure for office use. The owner is planning adjacent structural additions of approx 2,000 square feet to 4,000 square feet and creation of associated parking areas while retaining as much mature vegetation as practicable.

The owner is applying for a conditional use permit for the project.

The public comment period ends March 15, 2018 at 5pm. Interested persons are encouraged to mail, fax 206-801-2788 or deliver comments to the City of Shoreline, Attn: Steven Szafran, 17500 Midvale Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133 or email. You may also request a copy of the decision once it has been made.

The total lot area is 40,911 Sq Ft, Zone R*18. Maximum height 35! (40' with pitched roof). Minimum lot size 2, 500 Sq Ft.


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Rep. Pollett: Comments on governor's veto of Open-records vote

By Evan Smith


State Rep. Gerry Pollet had these comments on Gov. Jay Inslee's veto of the legislature's recent vote to exempt itself from the state open-records law:

"The Governor, legislators and news media agreed to a nine month long public process involving a broadly representative task force, which will meet around the state and take input as it tackles the issues of what records of the legislature should be disclosed and how. 
"This is a concept proposed by Representative Sharon Wylie and myself as part of acknowledging that the process adopting SB 6617 was the opposite of transparent and inclusive. 
"I was the first of just three legislators to voluntarily disclose my records on request to the news media; and, I'm the prime sponsor of the bill supported by the Seattle Times and other newspapers to fully cover the Legislature under our Public Records Act. My hope is that the task force will recommend a bill similar to the one I have sponsored to disclose legislators' records."

Pollet represents Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, and northeast Seattle in the 46th Legislative District.



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Reps Kagi & Ryu: Open and honest government

At 9pm on Friday, March 2, 2018, Gov. Inslee vetoed ESB 6617, the Bill exempting the Legislature from the Public Records Act.

In response to significant constituent concerns, 41 House Democrats, including Representatives Ruth Kagi, D-32, and Cindy Ryu, D-32, signed a letter to Governor Jay Inslee urging a veto of a bill on public records that the legislature passed last week.

The bill moved through the legislature quickly Feb 23, bypassing the regular legislative process, which is meant to ensure that there is adequate time for the public to review and comment on legislation.

“While Representative Ryu and I voted for this legislation as it passed the House, we strongly disagree with the rushed and secretive manner in which the bill was passed,” said Rep. Kagi. 
“We want to sincerely apologize to our constituents and commit to working during the interim on a solution that makes the legislature more open to the public while still protecting sensitive constituent information. We made a mistake and are moving forward to fix it.”

Senate Bill 6617 created new obligations regarding the public disclosure of legislative records. Under the bill, for the first time legislator calendars and correspondence between legislators and lobbyists would be available for public disclosure. The bill protected constituent correspondence from disclosure.

“I am working, along with Rep. Kagi, to provide for the release of my calendar and correspondence with lobbyists,” said Rep. Ryu. “I know from my years in local government that releasing records is not only doable, it is an important tool to hold elected officials accountable and creates a stronger democracy.”

Rep. Ruth Kagi and Rep. Cindy Ryu represent part of King and Snohomish Counties, including Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Shoreline, Woodway, and part of Edmonds.



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Shoreline Fire calls Feb 19-25

Training on ladder truck
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire
Shoreline Fire calls
February 19 -25
  • Aid - 52
  • Aid Non Emergency - 18
  • MVA (Motor Vehicle Accident) - 6
  • Medic - 27
    • + 38 in Bothell, Northshore some Woodinville including M65, M47)
  • MVA Medic - 1
    • + 1 in Bothell w/M47
  • Cardiac Arrest - 3
    • +1 in Bothell w/M65
  • AFA (Automatic Fire Alarm) - 10
  • Haz - 1 CO Alarm
  • Smoke/Burn Complaint - 1
  • Smoke/Haze in the Area - 1
  • Working Fire Commercial - 1 
  • Residential Structure Fire - 3: 
    • 1 in Northshore w/L61, E63, A65, B61, MSO6, 
    • 2 in Bothell w/M47



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Blast into Spring steelband concert in Lynnwood

Mystical Steel adult group

Steel Magic Northwest will present their second annual "Blast Into Spring" steelband concert on Wednesday, March 21st, 7pm, at the Soundview School Performing Arts Center, 6515 196th St SW, in Lynnwood.

The concert features the “Pan Police” youth band, "Mystical Steel" adult group, and the "Pan Wizards" advanced youth ensemble.

The event is free, with a suggestion donation at the door of $10 per person.



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Lunar New Year 5k brings out 450 runners, a dozen dogs, and a couple of dragons


Photos by Mike Remarcke

450 runners, a dozen dogs, and one dragon gathered on the Interurban Trail at 175th on Sunday, February 25, for the 3rd Annual 5K Lunar New Year Run and Walk to benefit the International Community Health Services Foundation. A major ICHS clinic is located in Shoreline at 16549 Aurora Ave, with medical and dental services.

Costume judging. Dog 3rd from left won.

The theme was "Run, Walk, or Howl into the Year of the Dog" and local runners and walkers of both the four- and two-legged variety brought in the Lunar New Year to help local families who cannot afford medical care. 

You can't hold a New Year event without a dragon

Each year, the ICHS Foundation hosts this annual 5K to raise private dollars to help pay for the costs of uncompensated care at ICHS. In recent years, facing federal challenges, the ICHS 5K has taken on added importance.

In 2016, they served over 28,660 unduplicated patients, their largest number ever, in over 50 different languages, at their medical-dental clinics in the International District, Holly Park, Bellevue, and Shoreline, Seattle World School, Asian Counseling and Referral Services, and at the mobile dental clinic. 

Some ran, some jogged, some walked
and a few just came for the fun


This year, 450 people registered for the Run and 340 crossed the finish line - a new record for participation. The event raised over $30,000 for uncompensated care to ensure that healthcare remains accessible for all.

“Facing challenges in federal funding, ICHS rely on events such as the 5K Walk and Run to serve the needs of our community,” said Ron Chew, ICHS Foundation executive director.


Celebrating the theme and keeping warm on a very cold day

Lunar New Year 5K sponsors included: East West Bank, Coordinated Care, Amerigroup, Aurora Rents, Community Health Plan of Washington, One Cup Coffee, Shoreline Rotary, Sam’s Club, Uwajimaya, Miller Hayashi Architects, City of Shoreline, HomeSight, Mei-Ling Woo State Farm Agency, Merchants Parking Association, Molina Healthcare, SCIDpda, Shoreline Community College, Viet-Wah Group, Recology, and WPI Real Estate Services.

The first to cross the finish line was far ahead of the rest.

International Community Health Services (ICHS) Since its founding in 1973, ICHS has grown from a single storefront clinic in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District with deep roots in the Asian Pacific Islander community, to employ more than 500 people and serve nearly 29,000 patients at eight clinic locations in 2016.


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Photo: Wild Goose Chase

Wild Goose Chase
Photo by Gloria Nagler

Wild goose chase on Lake Washington. These are, of course, Canada Geese. I was taking a break from seagull-watching and walking along the shore when I glimpsed, peripherally, one Canada Goose chasing the other away from the food source. Raised my camera and lens and shot as fast and as many as I could, camera's buffer allowing, hoping something would be in focus.

Used my Canon 5D Mark IV, 400mm lens, and exposure is: ISO 1250, f/8, and 1/4,000 (so happy it was set on a high shutter speed!).

--Gloria Nagler, Lake Forest Park



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Music in March - Shoreline CC music performance calendar


Shoreline Community College has a rich offering of music classes and performing events. This time of year there are recitals, concerts, performances. The community is welcome to all of them and most of them are free.

Here's the calendar for the month of March. There is a small charge for parking on campus weekdays before 4pm.

Event Title: SCC Student Showcase (at Caffè Musica)
Date: March 4, 2018 (Sunday)
Time: 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Venue: Caffè Musica, 14300 Greenwood Ave N, Suite A Seattle 98133 Phone: 206-418-6797

Description: Caffè Musica presents an evening Aperitivo and Live Music. Enjoy a delicious Italian buffet while listening to some great music by SCC Music Faculty and Students. This open jam will feature some great guitar work accompanied by other skilled instrumentalists on bass, piano, voice, and horn. Student discount on food available with school I.D.

Cost: No cover.

Event Title: Jazz Ensemble Concert (w/Nathan Hale Jazz Band)
Date: March 8, 2018 (Thursday)
Time: 7:00 pm
Venue: Nathan Hale High School, 10750 30th Ave NE, Seattle 98125 Phone: 206-252-3680

Description: SCC Jazz Ensemble & Nathan Hale Jazz Band will perform at “Jazz Pathways,” a concert featuring … jazz.

Cost: Free

Event Title: Masa Ishikawa – Guest Speaker Presentation
Date: March 9, 2018 (Friday)
Time: 12:30 – 2:00 pm
Venue: Music Bldg. 800, Room 818, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133

Description: Shoreline Community College alumni Masa Ishikawa will present his original composition Suite for the Forgotten, a Jazz Orchestra Suite with strings. The piece is written in commemoration of Japan's 2011 earthquake/ tsunami/ nuclear meltdown on behalf of the victims and their families, as well as to continue raising awareness of ongoing radiation issues in Fukushima prefecture.

Cost: Free

Event Title: Jazz Improv Concert

Date: March 13, 2018 (Tuesday)
Time: 12:30 – 2:00 pm
Venue: PUB Lobby, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133

Description: An afternoon concert featuring the performances of students enrolled in the Jazz Improvisation class, directed by Steve Kim. The band is typically comprised of students playing guitar, bass, drum, keys/piano, and various horns. We may even feature a vocalist or two!

Cost: Free

Event Title: Concert Band Performance - “Marching Into March!”
Date: March 13, 2018 (Tuesday)
Time: 7:30 – 9:00 pm
Venue: Shorecrest High School Performing Arts Center, 15343 25th Ave NE, Shoreline 98155. Phone: 206-393-4286

Description: Following in the footsteps of Ken Noreen who recently retired as our Concert Band Director, Alec Wilmart and Chris Davis are joining forces as Associate Directors of the Shoreline Community College Concert Band. Mr. Wilmart and Chris Davis are very excited to step into this collaborative role and they intend to continue Ken Noreen’s tradition of inspiring excellence while fostering a strong community.

Cost: Donations accepted.

Event Title: Winter Choir Concert - Poems

Date: March 15, 2018 (Thursday)
Time: 7:30 pm
Venue: First Lutheran Church of Richmond Beach, 18354 8th Avenue NW, Shoreline 98177

Description: Students are preparing a recital entitled “Poems”. These pieces will strike a chord in a way that only choral music can, through the heart. Pieces will come from a variety of poets including Sara Teasdale, Euan Tait, and Octavio Paz, as well as folk tunes and traditional. Accompanied and a capella alike, they will perform a variety of music in many styles that focus special attention on conveying a lyric or idea. They will also continue our series on the Vivaldi “Gloria” with four additional movements.

Cost: Donations Requested. $5 for seniors and students, and $7 for general admission

Event Title: Small Ensemble Recital
Date: March 16, 2018 (Friday)
Time: 12:30 pm
Venue: Music Bldg. 800, Room 818 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133
Description: Students who have been participating in a music ensemble throughout the quarter are chosen by their instructors to perform at this recital. This is an invaluable experience for our students to build confidence musically through focused preparation, and the opportunity to perform in front of an audience helps them develop their stage presence. Everyone is welcome to attend in support of our student performers.

Cost: Free

Event Title: Piano Juries
Date: March 16, 2018 (Friday)
Time: 2:30 – 4:30 pm
Venue: Music Bldg. 800, Room 818 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133
Description: Private piano students perform a selected piece before a jury of piano instructors for evaluation. Students hope to receive an Outstanding Performance acknowledgement or an Honorary Performance acknowledgement. Outstanding Performance students will later perform their winning piece at an Honors Recital. Everyone is invited to attend.

Cost: Free

Event Title: Instrumental Juries
Date: March 20, 2018 (Tuesday)
Time: 10:30 am
Venue: Music Bldg. 800, Room 818 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133
Description: Instrumental music students taking private instruction lessons perform a solo piece they've been preparing to present in front of a jury of Music Faculty as their final exam. Students hope to receive an Outstanding Performance acknowledgement or an Honorary Performance acknowledgement. Outstanding Performance students will later perform their winning piece at an Honors Recital. Everyone in the community is invited to attend.

Cost: Free

Event Title: Vocal Juries
Date: March 20, 2018 (Tuesday)
Time: 12:30 – 3:30 pm
Venue: SCC Campus Theater  16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133
Description: Private vocal students perform a selected piece before a jury of vocal instructors for evaluation. Students hope to receive an Outstanding Performance acknowledgement or an Honorary Performance acknowledgement. Outstanding Performance students will later perform their winning piece at an Honors Recital. Everyone is invited to attend.

Cost: Free

Event Title: Class Voice Recital

Date: March 20, 2018 (Tuesday)
Time: 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Venue: Music Bldg. 800, Room 818 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133
Description: This is the final performance for the quarter for students registered for Voice Classes. The students choose a solo to perform. The music selections are from present day composers to Early Baroque pieces. There will also be small vocal ensembles performing. Students have been working hard to develop their stage presence, as well as their vocal skills. Performers are always energized by appearing in front of an audience, so we hope to fill the room with supportive faces! Everyone is welcome.

Cost: Free

Event Title: Funk n Groove Concert
Date: March 31, 2018 (Saturday)
Time: 8:00 – 11:00 pm
Venue: The Ould Triangle, 9736 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle 98103 Phone: 206-706-7798

Description: Celebrate the end of Winter quarter with Funk & Groove! Funk & Groove will take you back in time and celebrate hit songs from a variety of genres.

Please join us…everyone deserves a fun night out with a group of friends!

Cost: No cover charge, but $5 donation is requested to support the band.



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