Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Grocery list

Saturday, July 14, 2018



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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For the Birds: The Making of a Bird

Scarlet ibis has specialized bill, legs for wading,
and brilliant coloring
Stock photo
By Christine Southwick

What is the definition of a bird?

A bird is a warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrate with feathers, wings, a bill, and two legs.

All birds have feathers. There are just six basic feather types, whose complex combinations of types and colors can bedazzle even the most resistant-to-beauty humans. Swans have the most feathers; hummingbirds the least number.

All birds have wings — most can fly, some cannot; some can swim; some can both fly and swim.

Birds have two legs. Some are long and slender, others are short. 

Most birds have four toes, with three forward, and one to the rear which enables them to grasp branches. Raptors and owls have talons; some birds like Shrikes and Ravens wish that they had them. Woodpeckers, swifts and Osprey have specialized feet.

The beak of an eagle
Stock photo
One of the most weight-reducing evolutions is the bill (beak) instead of teeth. Bills have specialized into different uses: skin-tearing, seed-crushing, water-filtering, mud-stabbing, and the most common, insect catching.

Most bills are straight and short — like bluebirds and most songbirds; long like Virginia Rails; long and curved like Ibis; or short and strong like eagles. The most extreme water filtering types are the bills of pelicans.

Another weight-reducing evolution, going back to dinosaurs, is hollow, strutted strong bones, including the heads. All birds have a “wishbone” (furcular) which protects the chest cavity, and helps propel the upward movement of wings, and a keel (sternum) where the strong wing muscles are attached.

Typical songbird foot
Stock photo
Probably the most amazing adaptations are the heart and the lungs. These two organs allow birds to make those amazing long-distance migrations, often flying hundreds of miles without stopping.

Birds tend to have larger hearts than mammals (relative to body size). Bird hearts usually beat at lower rates than mammals of the same size but pump more blood per beat.

Birds’ lungs are unlike mammals, and are among the most efficient on this planet. Birds have smallish lungs, plus nine air sacs which rapidly distribute fresh oxygen throughout the body. Bird lungs do not expand or contract like the lungs of most mammals. The air flow is one directional, which allows then to fly rhythmically, and even sing while beating their wings. 

Bluebird has a straight and short beak
Stock photo
These adaptations of feathers, wing muscles, strong hearts and special breathing modifications allow birds to soar long and high, often higher than airliners.

Talk about taking one’s breath away….






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New member sought for King County Boundary Review Board

The Washington State Boundary Review Board for King County is now recruiting candidates to serve on the Board. Terms of office will be for the remainder of a four-year term ending January 31, 2021. 

The Boundary Review Board reviews proposals for annexations, expansions and mergers by cities, fire districts, and water/sewer districts within King County.

The Board also reviews new city incorporations and disincorporations.

Recently, the Board has reviewed more than 50 proposals, including several noteworthy and challenging applications for boundary changes – incorporations and annexations -- and expanded service areas. The Board anticipates that the coming years will continue to bring important proposals and offer interesting experiences to its Board members.

The Board is particularly seeking persons with interests and/or expertise appropriate to service on the Boundary Review Board, including local government, growth management, land use planning and administration and/or public services planning and administration.

Boundary Review Board members may not serve as officials, employees or contract personnel of a governmental agency within King County while serving on the Boundary Review Board.

Under State law, the Board has eleven members: (a) four members appointed from the Executive of King County; (b) four members appointed from Cities of King County; and (c) three members appointed from area Special Purpose Districts.

The Board is currently recruiting candidates for one appointment from the Cities of King County. The new member would serve the remainder of a four-year term, from February 1, 2017 – January 31, 2021.

Board members must be available to attend the Board’s regular monthly meeting and public hearings as required for proposed actions – e.g., annexations, mergers, or incorporations.

All meetings and hearings are held in the evening hours. Information packets are provided to enable Board members to review materials prior to meetings and hearings.

The Board also conducts orientation and training workshops for members. Board staff is available to provide guidance and support to Board members.

State law provides for compensation of $50 for each meeting or hearing. The Board budget allows for limited reimbursement for orientation / training workshops, for mileage and for other related incidental expenses.

If you are interested in Board membership, you may obtain an application by contacting Lenora Blauman, Executive Secretary to the Board, at 206-477-0633. We would also welcome your recommendation of other persons who would be interested in serving on the Board. The deadline for submitting applications is August 10, 2018.

Applications must be submitted to:
Kenny Pittman, Sr. Policy Advisor
City of Seattle
Office of Intergovernmental Relations
P.O. Box 94746 – Mail Stop: CH-05-80
Seattle, WA 98124-4746

Or via email to: Kenny.pittman@seattle.gov


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Neighborhood honey at the Shoreline Farmers Market Saturdays

Rainy Day leaves the bees home and brings the
honey to the Shoreline Farmers Market Saturday
Photo courtesy Rainy Day Bees


Rainy Day Bees makes honey from bees in Shoreline and North Seattle.

They've had a booth at the Shoreline Farmers' Market since the second year, so you can always find them there.

We tend beehives in backyards in North Seattle and Shoreline to bring you pure raw honey where you live. Bottled by neighborhood, you'll always know where your honey is from.

They set up an additional booth with bee friendly activities and an a bee viewer. It's a huge hit with everyone, young and old!

The Shoreline Farmers Market is open every Saturday from 10am to 3pm on the upper level of Shoreline Place next to Central Market, 155th and Westminster Way.



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Have BBQ with the American Legion Saturday

These guys can grill!
Saturday noon to 3pm
By donation
Photo by Jerry Pickard

The American Legion Post 227 in Shoreline will host a Veterans Meet and Greet BBQ event during the hours of 12:00 noon to 3:00pm on Saturday, July 14, 2018.  

The event is open to all U.S. Military active duty personnel, all Veterans, Police and First Responders, their families and guests. Also, an invitation is extended to our expanding supporting community. The Post Auxiliary will participate as well, along with family and guests.

Come and join us for burgers (including some vegans) and brats along with the “tasty” side dishes, salads and condiments. Let’s not forget the watermelon, soft drinks and bottled water to be served. 

A donation station will be set up to defray some of the costs.

Please come during the “grilling hours” stated above. Bring family, friends and especially your veteran friends and enjoy the conversation and fellowship.

We will again be treated to a concert of patriotic music and songs by the Ames family.

The American Legion Post is located at 14521 17th Ave NE, Shoreline 98155.

Event: Meet and Greet BBQ
Date: Saturday, 14 July 2018
Time: 12:00 noon to 3:00pm
Location: 14521 17th Ave NE, Shoreline

Park by Goodwill at NE 147th St and 15th Ave NE



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Girl Scouts can earn the Sun Patch at NW SolarFest

 

NW SolarFest has collaborated with the national nonprofit Solar United Neighbors and Girl Scouts of Western Washington to offer Girl Scouts of all ages the opportunity to earn the Sun Patch at the annual event.

The free Sustainable Living Fair is on July 28th from 10am to 5pm at Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133.

Scouts, pick up your Solar Passport at the Information Booth, visit five stations, ask questions and do the activities on the worksheet.

You will visit two solar businesses to learn about owning solar and jobs in solar, a utility to find out how much solar is in the community, a solar cooking station and solar heating demonstration. Return your completed Passport to the Information Booth.

The Patch will be awarded upon completion of the requirements on the Solar Passport.

Register online

Call 206-306-9233 or email info@shorelinesolar.org for questions.



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Excessive speed cited as cause of traffic collision that resulted in two deaths

Memorial for two Shoreline men who died in crash
Photo by Mike Remarcke

By Diane Hettrick

The Washington State Patrol, the investigating agency for Wednesday's collision on SR 104 which resulted in two deaths, has cited excessive speed as the cause.

"This collision was directly related to excessive speed and this tragedy could have been avoided."

Three motorcyclists, two men and a woman, were traveling east on NE 205th St (SR 104) in Shoreline just before 7pm on Wednesday, July 11, 2018. They had a green light at Meridian, where they were already traveling at a high rate of speed.

A 55 year old man from Indianapolis driving an SUV was making a legal left turn from the westbound highway turn lane to 1st Ave NE when first one and then the other male motorcyclist ran into him. The female was able to avoid the collision.

The impact was so great that the SUV was deeply dented and spun around, landing with its back to the Echo Lake mural. The motorcyclists were thrown through the air. One landed on the grassy hillside of Ballinger Commons. The other landed on the highway, where he was hit by a pickup truck.

Both died.

The first motorcycle to hit landed across two lanes of eastbound NE 205th and caught on fire. The other landed on the sidewalk on the east side of NE 205th. Both motorcycles were 2009 Suzuki GSX-R750.

There were many witnesses and others who happened on the scene just after the impacts, who ran to the aid of the victims.

The men, both 26, were Shoreline Richmond Beach residents and Shorewood graduates. Adrian Simpkins 26, and David Ishkanov 26. Ishkanov was an EMT and known to many as a lifeguard and swim instructor at the Dale Turner YMCA. Simpkins worked for a local video game developer.

Both had many friends, who gathered at the accident site on Wednesday night to leave flowers and mementos and hold a candlelight vigil which went into the early morning hours.

The third motorcyclist and the driver of the SUV were not injured.

The state patrol issued a press release pleading for motorcyclists to drive responsibly and for motorists to be extremely alert for motorcycles.

"Since May 1, 2018 in King County alone, there have been 34 collisions involving motorcycles. Out of this number 17 were injury, 3 were serious injury and 3 now were fatal collisions. 
"It is imperative that motorcycle riders ride responsibly, especially when it comes to adhering to the speed limit. Motorcycles are more difficult to see by other vehicles on the roadway and speed decreases the reaction time of every driver/rider. 
"The WSP also wants to remind vehicle drivers to be extremely alert as motorcycles are harder to see and can easily be completely in their blind spot. Make an extra check in the mirrors when changing lanes to avoid any potential collisions. 
"The Washington State Patrol wants to challenge all drivers/riders to be respectful and responsible during this beautiful time of year and beyond so more tragedies can be avoided."


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Photo: Two-toned dogs at the dog park

Friday, July 13, 2018

Eastside dog park
Photo by Seattle Poppy

Now let's see... who was it that was kveching that the Eastside Dog Park was nothing but a muddy field?

It certainly wasn't these guys, who clearly think that mud is a wonderful thing.

Hope they live close enough to walk home - makes me think of the preschool mom who kept old sheets in her car to throw over the seats before she let the carpool kids back in the car.

DKH




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Speaker from Third Place Books at Senior Center Tuesday

Zak Nelson
Photo courtesy Third Place Books
Zak Nelson, Special Events Director Third Place Books, will speak at the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center and update us on all events (many free) taking place this summer, including Author Events.

Zak will speak at the Senior Center on Tuesday, July 17th from 10:30am - 11:30am.

Cost: Free

The Senior Center is the southernmost building on the Shoreline Center campus, 18560 1st NE, Shoreline 98155.


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Shoreline residents: join the conversation about sidewalk funding

Photo by Steven H. Robinson
Everyone wants sidewalks. Is everyone willing to pay for them?


This coming Monday, July 16, 2018, the Shoreline City Council will continue a discussion of Resolution No. 430 to authorize placement of a ballot measure on the November 6, 2018 general election ballot to authorize a Sales and Use Tax in the amount of two-tenths of one percent (0.2%) to fund sidewalk expansion and accelerate sidewalk repairs.

The staff report discusses this possible revenue source and lists projects being considered for construction.

There will be an opportunity for public comment prior to the discussion that evening.

The next important council meeting will be on July 30, 2018 when discussions may conclude and action could be taken on Resolution No. 430.

If the proposed resolution is adopted, staff would solicit interested persons and Council would appoint Pro and Con committees for the Voters’ Pamphlet on August 6, 2018. After this date, it is a quick turn-around for committees to submit statements and rebuttals, with all submittal deadlines in mid-August.

If you are interested in following this process, refer to the council webpage for current and upcoming staff reports. If you are unable to attend, review information and comment online.

Meetings are held in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N.

Background information can be found on the Sidewalk Prioritization Plan webpage.


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Shoreline resident earns music scholarship from WWU

Zaldy Manuel Rogero
Western Washington University student Zaldy Manuel Rogero, son of Zaldy Santa Cruz Rogero and Eva Rogero of Shoreline, was awarded a $1,100 Music Department Scholarship for the 2018 – 2019 academic year.

The Music Department Scholarship is awarded to students in Western’s Music Department.

Rogero graduated from Shorewood High School in 2011.

He is currently the director of the Viking Vocal Jazz Club. He is majoring in Music Education and hopes to graduate in 2019.



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Free electronics recycling at NW SolarFest July 28



FREE ELECTRONICS RECYCLING @ NW SolarFest July 28th 10 - 5
  • Items that will be accepted:
  • TVs and Monitors - LCD and plasma
  • Computers and Laptops
  • Servers and Networking Equipment
  • All Printers, Fax Machines, Copiers, and Scanners
  • AV Equipment (DVD/VHS/Stereo units)
  • UPS battery backups
  • Telecom Equipment & Cell Phones
  • DVDs and CDs
  • Keyboards and Mice
  • Parts, peripherals, cables, etc.
  • Microwaves too!

Sorry, we are unable to accept CRT TVs and monitors, as well as alkaline batteries as part of this free collection event.

HOSTING LOCATION

TIME: 10 am – 5 pm
DATE: July 28, 2018
COLLECTION AREA
Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133

If you have any questions about this event contact:
  • NW SolarFest, 206-306-9233, info@shorelinesolar.org - or
  • 206-582-7100 option 1, events@3rtechnology.com



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Scarecrow Video turns 30

Thursday, July 12, 2018

Scarecrow Video has 131,000 titles
North Seattle's Scarecrow Video recently celebrated 30 years in business.

The store, at 5039 Roosevelt Way in Seattle's University District, offers 131,000 titles, while Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu combined offer 35,000 titles. 

The store not only boasts a rare and expansive catalogue, but also delivers films and lectures to senior and community centers, hosts a children's hour where families can take part in multimedia activities, and has an in-house "theater" which hosts screenings and events nearly every night that are free and open to the public.

Once a month on the first Friday of the month, a Scarecrow representative brings a classic films to the Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Center on NE 185th for a free screening. Showing have included Mrs. Miniver, The Egg and I, Adam's Rib, and other classic Hollywood films.

The Scarecrow rep gives background remarks and answers any questions before the showing. The events are free, but a donation of $2 is welcome.



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North City Water begins site work and tree preservation for new maintenance facility on 15th NE

Preserving trees at site of new maintenance facility
Photo courtesy North City Water District

While local fire department staff were performing training exercises on the site of our future new Maintenance Facility, we at North City Water District were busy preparing for the next phase of the project: hiring a contractor for the initial site work.

On Monday, June 18, we received 5 bids; New West Development out of Everett was the lowest bidder at $2,012,499 (excluding Washington state sales tax), and was awarded the bid.

On Friday, July 6, the District issued a Notice to Proceed; on Monday July 9 we received permits from the City.

New West Development has installed temporary protective fencing around a number of large trees located at the northeast end of the property, on NE 158th Street. During the fence installation, a resident driving by the site stopped to ask if the trees would remain on the site; she was quite pleased to learn that they will.

Listening to Our Community

These trees are being preserved as a direct result of a Public Neighborhood meeting held back on November 15, 2017, during which multiple members of the neighborhood and community asked us to keep the trees. Based on this feedback, our Commissioners held a special meeting in November, voted to keep the trees, and asked the design firm to come up with options for a new retaining wall that would allow us to relocate the sidewalk, in order to protect the trees.

Although it cost a bit more to deviate from the City’s standard sidewalk requirements with a planting strip (Option A), Option C was eventually selected. View all the options here > Other trees on the site will still need to be removed to accommodate the breadth of construction necessary for our new facility, but we are proud that the trees of most concern to the neighborhood were saved.

Another question raised at the November 2017 meeting was about the precipitation information used for this project; our stormwater engineer is using 37.5 inches of annual rainfall for this project.


In the coming weeks, New West Development will begin an extensive asbestos removal effort, with expected completion by mid November.

Later this month or early August, we’ll be submitting building plans and specifications for the second portion of the project — construction of the buildings.

We chose to manage this project in two separate contracts (site work / building construction) to enable more focused financial tracking and project management.

For more information and schedule updates, visit the New Maintenance Facility project page

If you have any questions or comments, please contact Denny Clouse, our Operations Manager, at 206-362-8100.




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Coming in August - the 4-Corners BrewFest

2017 Brewfest


2018 will mark the 8th year of the 4-Corners BrewFest. Can you believe it?

Haven't been yet?? Make this your year!!

The 4-Corners BrewFest is popular enough to feel like a festival, but local and intimate. If you love experiencing new brewers and having a great time in the process, this is where you need to be.

​A BrewFest ticket is not just your opportunity to experience new beers or to revel in your favorites.

Your ticket includes 12 5-oz tastes of whatever strikes your fancy, enough food to qualify as dinner, live music, and the chance to rub elbows with other people with excellent taste.

Your ticket also benefits a charity; this year's cause is suicide prevention, and Forefront in Shoreline Schools is our charity of choice. Proceeds from the 2018 BrewFest will be split between the four sponsoring neighborhoods and Forefront in Shoreline Schools.

So... what do you bring?
  • Your ID. Yep, EVERYONE gets carded, even if you have grey hair and are married to our mom.
  • Your wallet. Just kidding, you can leave that at home (except for that ID and possibly one credit card... see below). The ticket is all-inclusive, so you won't need a fat wallet.
  • Your friends. Your neighbors. Your out-of-town guests. Your favorite beer-lover.
What do you leave at home?
  • Your wallet (see above). You cannot purchase extra tastes (an insurance thing), so cash will just take up room in your pocket.
  • Your kids. This is a 21+ event, so even babes-in-arms cannot attend. Even if they love good craft brews.
  • Your dogs. It gets pretty crowded out there, and often a little hot too, so please leave the happy pups at home.
  • Your favorite stein. Yeah, we have tasting glasses. You won't get served in a 60-oz mug.
What else...?

We are thrilled to once again have Mike Brown Events bring a silent auction to this event! Last year, attendees were able to bid on such items as a Russell Wilson autographed football, a Steve Largent autographed jersey, a Nelson Cruz autographed baseball, a Sting autographed guitar, and much more. He will take credit cards, cash, or a check made out to the charity (proceeds for the auction part will go directly to Forefront in Shoreline Schools).

Sound good? Tickets are $35 in advance or $40 at the door. We offer a limited number of designated driver tickets for $20, and tickets are on sale both online and at Beach House Greetings.

Want to volunteer? Many hands make light work! Click this link to see our Sign Up on SignUp.com

Find the BrewFest page here, and check back often as our list of brewers grows!

We hope to see you on Saturday, August 11!!

Innis Arden Clubhouse, 1430 NW 188th St, Shoreline 98177
3-7pm. Music from the band Mosquito Fleet.



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Animal Acres concert on a warm evening

Deseo Carmin with Stella Rossi
Photo by Jerry Pickard

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Ars Council’s Concerts in the Park are free and held at various community parks throughout Shoreline and Lake Forest Park on Wednesdays in July and August at 6:30pm (unless otherwise noted), rain or shine.

This concert was held on a balmy night in Lake Forest Park at the Pfingst Animal Acres Park, on July 11, 2018. The band was Deseo Carmin and the lead singer is Stella Rossi.

Concerts in the Park are supported by the City of Shoreline, City of Lake Forest Park, 4Culture, Aegis Living of Shoreline, and by Arts Council friends and members.
Part of the audience
Photo by Jerry Pickard

The Arts Council owns the Showmobile, a portable sound stage that makes it possible to stage concerts in public spaces.

People brought blankets and chairs and dinner and relaxed in the warm shade of the trees for an evening of music.


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Little Free Library - someone forgot the "Give a Book"

Nancy Utter keeps her free library fully stocked
This Little Free Library is located on the route between The Interurban Trail and Burke Gilman Trail. 

As prescribed, it is made of recycled material, as a Christmas gift from the owner's son. It holds about 30 books.

Owner Nancy Utter says, "I try to keep it fully stocked. I spend between $10 and $20 a month on books. 
"Rarely are books donated by people who use this service, even though the official placard says 'Take a Book, Give a Book.'"

But Nancy is not daunted and continues to shop the thrift stores and Friends of the Library book sales. 

She'll be book buying at Swingin' Summer Eve next Wednesday from 5:30 - 8:30pm to keep her library fully stocked.



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WeatherWatcher: Noctilucent Clouds

Photo by Skunk Bay Weather (Greg Johnson)

Noctilucent clouds. What used to be a rare sighting has been quite common the past two years during summer months. This July they have been almost a daily occurrence on clear nights. Greg Johnson,  who does the Skunk Bay weather station with web cameras and the Skunk Bay Weather Blog, explains them in detail here.

In short, Noctilucent clouds are only visible during astronomical twilight and about 2-3 weeks on either side of the summer solstice, towards the northern horizon. Astronomical twilight occurs between about 10:43pm to 12:06am and again starting about 2:21am to 4:38am for those who might try to photograph the phenomenon.

The clouds occur very high up in the atmosphere, catching sunlight from beyond the horizon, which is what makes them visible at night. Normal clouds exist from sea level to as high as 50,000 feet or so. Noctilucent clouds occur around 250,000 feet to 280,000 feet, which is about 47 - 53 miles up.

The clouds are generally only visible near the summer solstice due to the angle of the sun over the northern horizon. During summer months the north pole is pointed slightly towards the sun, allowing light to make it past the horizon at these higher altitudes during astronomical twilight.

Noctilucent clouds are formed by tiny ice crystals around 100nm or less in size. The cause of the clouds is somewhat unknown. Theories are that it is particulate matter from volcanic activity, space dust, water vapor from space dust or passing comets, to a combination of all of the above. Space bound rockets seem to have a connection with creating these clouds as well. Some even point to a connection with anthropogenic global warming.

No one really knows yet what is causing these clouds, or the sudden common occurrence of these clouds. I will note the first recorded observation of Noctilucent clouds was in 1885, two years after the 1883 massive eruption of Krakatoa, which sent the world into a mini glaciation period (ice age).

The National Weather Service in Seattle has also been catching these clouds on a daily basis lately. Here's this morning's twitter post and photo from the Seattle National Weather Service office located on Sand Point.


For those curious about Skunk Bay Weather, you can follow the links above and in this sentence.  Skunk Bay Weather is located on the northern tip of the Kitsap Peninsula in Hansville, Washington. Greg Johnson runs three primary web cameras pointed North Northwest, North Northeast, and Northeast. He stitches the three images together to make the panoramic view images such as the one I've included at the top of this article.

He also runs a weather station and has a very well built website with a lot of local northwest weather links. Much like me, he also archives and shares his weather data for future research, including a shore side thermometer and a second thermometer located inland which is protected from marine air influences.





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Scene on the Sound: Olympic Class Ferry Suquamish

Photo by Jan Hansen


Washington State Department of Transportation Olympic Class Ferry project timeline began in 2007 with a WSF awards design-built contact. The last event on this timeline is “Fall 2018-WSF to take delivery of Suquamish.”

There are four vessels in this new class, each with a 144 car capacity. The last of these four just sailed by for many of us to see for the first time. Welcome to the WSF Suquamish.

The Suquamish was christened with a traditional bottle breaking ceremony by Gov. Inslee in January with the chairman of the Suquamish tribe in attendance and the Chief Kitsap Academy Singers performing a traditional Suquamish song.

This new ferry was scheduled for mid-2018 sea trials and to start carrying passengers beginning in the fall. She will operate on the Mukilteo/Clinton route during the summer season and serve as a maintenance relief vessel in the winter, filing in when other vessels are out of service.

Source of information WSDOT.gov



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Jobs: Office Assistant / Customer Service - Edmonds

Job opening at Northern Waters, Inc. (office located in Edmonds) 

Office Assistant/Customer Service

We are looking for the right person to join us in our small yet busy office. You must be reliable, hardworking, and have a good sense of humor. You possess strong people skills, attention to detail, and the ability to get things done! Multi-tasking is second nature and being busy is the best way to spend your day.

Qualified candidates should posses the following skills: Telephone, Verbal communication, Keyboard/Typing, Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook, Listening, Professionalism, Customer focus, Organization, Handles pressure.

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Northern Waters, Inc. is an irrigation, landscape lighting, and pumping systems company. We have been in business in the Northwest for over 35 years taking care of customer irrigation needs such as Spring Activation, Mid-Season Tune Up, Winterization, Backflow Prevention Assembly Testing, and epair work. In addition, we also specialize in outdoor lighting installation and repairs, and water pumping systems. We are licensed pump installers and have one plumber/electrician on staff. Please see our web site at northernwatersinc.com.

JOB OVERVIEW:

Duties will include (but are not limited to) general office operations: answering multi-phone lines & checking messages, customer service, scheduling, maintaining records, creating documents, copy machine, email, data entry, filing, and other light office duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Positive “can do” attitude 
  • Excellent attention to detail 
  • Strong communication / customer service skills 
  • Computer, telephone, and organizational skills 

Please submit your resume to admin@northernwatersinc.com for consideration.

Salary DOE / $17.00 to $20.00 per hour PLUS Benefits: Retirement and Personal Leave. Seasonal Hours: 24 hours per week, Mon-Wed-Fri, February through November / 16+ hours per week, December and January. *Drug test & background report required.



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Weekend entertainment: Third Place Commons presents Crafts Day at the LFP Farmers Market, live music, and Hula


This weekend brings some extra special fun to Third Place Commons and the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market, including one of the biggest events of the market year, Crafts Day!

Crafts Day at the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market is your one-day-only chance to shop a wide array of jewelry, clothes, handmade cards, decorative items, and other original handicrafts by local creatives from across the region. Some of the unusual specialty items this year include pet clothing, fanciful dragons and wings, mosaic stepping stones, pop culture illustrations, and more.

And, of course, the market will also offer a virtually endless supply of farm-fresh meats, cheese, and produce including gorgeous, ripe peaches and apricots and glorious berries for your summer snacking delight.

It will be a day of unique artistic creations for everyone and all your regular market favorites, so don’t miss it!

The LFP Farmers Market, which is presented by Third Place Commons, takes place this Sunday (and every Sunday) from 10am to 3pm at the corner of Bothell Way NE and Ballinger Way NE.

Hō`ike: Ka Pua É - But first, since everyone can use a little more “aloha” (or love) in their life, you’ll definitely want to head to Third Place Commons on Saturday at 3pm for Melelani Hula Studio’s 16th Annual Hō`ike: Ka Pua É.

Bring your aloha spirit for a beautiful afternoon of music and dance celebrating the flowers of Hawaii that is sure to leave you saying “mahalo.”

Live music Friday
Naturally the weekend at the Commons starts, as always, with fabulous live music. The ever-popular Market Street Dixieland Jass Band takes the stage Friday for an irresistible evening of swing, hot jazz, and spirited speakeasy grooves that will keep the dance floor hopping all night.

Live music Saturday
Then Saturday night, the swinging continues with the Kings of Swing whose elegance and style make every show something to remember. Both shows start at 7:30pm, so grab your dance shoes and join in the fun.

See you at the Commons!

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Home sales in Shoreline during June

The following are properties that sold in Shoreline during the month of June 2018. Data compiled for the Shoreline Area News by the Shoreline Windermere office.





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Lake Forest Park / Richmond Beach / Shoreline READS

Lake Forest Park/Richmond Beach/Shoreline READS
Date: June 1 – July 31, 2018
Description: This Is How It Always Is by Laurie Frankel.

Shoreline and Richmond Beach Libraries have joined with Lake Forest Park READS again this year, marking the fourteenth year of this community literary event.

In This Is How It Always Is, Claude, the youngest of five brothers, is three when he announces that he wants to be a girl. The family agrees that Claude can be Poppy, and grapples with the difficulties and joys of raising a transgender child in this droll, touching novel.

The author, Laurie Frankel, will speak at Third Place Commons on Tuesday, July 31, 7pm, Third Place Commons Stage, LFP Town Center, intersection Ballinger / Bothell Way.

Sponsored by the City of Lake Forest Park's Library Advisory Committee, Friends of the Shoreline, Richmond Beach, and Lake Forest Park Libraries, Friends of Third Place Commons and Third Place Books.

Third Place Books offers 20% off on this title June 1 through July 31.



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Genealogy help with brick walls Wednesday afternoon

A volunteer from the Seattle Genealogical Society, Heidi Mair, will be available to answer questions and help you break down brick walls in your research.

Drop-In Genealogy Help, Wednesday, July 18, 2018 from 1 - 3pm at the Shoreline Library Large Meeting Room, 345 NE 175th, Shoreline 98155.


Correction: the session is Wednesday

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Experts from Insurance Commissioner's office will answer your Medicare questions

Do you have questions About Medicare?

Monday, July 16, 2018 from 1pm - 5pm experts from SHIBA will answer your questions.

The Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) is a free, unbiased and confidential counseling service of the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioners (OIC).

SHIBA's trained and impartial volunteers are available to assist consumers with their Medicare related questions.

Shoreline Library Large Meeting Room, 345 NE 175th, Shoreline 98155

Registration required. Stop by the Information Desk or call the Shoreline Library to make a one-hour appointment, 206-362-7550.


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County Watchdog recommends changes to handling of citizen complaints about police

Sheriff Mitzi Johanknecht
King County Police
With over 1,000 employees, the King County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) serves the law enforcement needs of over half a million people in unincorporated areas and twelve contract cities.

The KCSO also provides police departments for the Muckleshoot Tribe, Metro Transit, and the King County International Airport.

Both Shoreline and Kenmore contract their police departments from the King County Sheriff's Office. Lake Forest Park has its own police department.

The King County Office of Law Enforcement Oversight (OLEO) has released a report, "Internal Investigations Complaint Classification Review of the King County Sheriff’s Office," at a briefing of the Metropolitan King County Council’s Law and Justice Committee.

The report identifies concerns with the King County Sheriff’s Office’s internal investigations system and recommends related improvements to policy and practice.

“We undertook this review after noticing inconsistent handling of complaints from the public, and growing concern that serious complaints were not properly addressed,” said OLEO Director Deborah Jacobs. 
“Although we have already seen some improvements under the new leadership of Sheriff Johanknecht, we’re proposing significant changes that can bring the Sheriff’s Office closer to the fair and transparent treatment of complaints that the public expects.”

OLEO engaged the Daigle Law Group, a national expert on law enforcement agency operations and risk management, to analyze how the Sheriff’s Office determines which misconduct complaints it will investigate. Presently, the Sheriff’s Office classifies incoming complaints into three categories:
  1. Non-investigatory Matter - even if the facts are true, the allegation does not amount to a policy violation.
  2. Supervisor Action Log – include allegations of minor policy violations that are sent to the employee’s supervisor to address.
  3. Inquiries – allegations involving misconduct that are formally investigated.

The Daigle Law Group conducted a review of 280 complaints received in 2016 and how the classifications were handled. Key findings from this review were:
  • Of the files reviewed, half of the complaints classified as “non-investigatory matters” were classified incorrectly, or contained insufficient justification for that classification.
  • Some of the complaints that were classified incorrectly involved allegations about excessive force, illegal search and seizure, discourtesy, and biased-based policing.
  • There was a lack of documentation/explanation for how the reviewer made the initial complaint classification.
  • There was a lack of standardization for investigation reports of all complaints, regardless of how the complaint is classified.

The report recommends key changes to improve consistency, accuracy and fairness in Sheriff’s Office internal investigations, including that it should:
  • Restructure the entire classification system by classifying complaints based on how the complainant perceived the situation, rather than after preliminary investigation, which will keep the public’s point of view as the benchmark as information is gathered.
  • Broaden the scope of investigative reports to require investigators to include additional findings such as: whether the officer complied with policy and training and if different tactics should or could have been used.
  • Improve communication with complainants by providing additional notifications regarding case status, which is an essential step in establishing trust.
  • Increase staff size of the Internal Investigations Unit (IIU) and designate a specific force investigator with specialized training.

These changes would ensure that all complaints and allegations are documented as part of the discipline system, that similar allegations against different personnel are processed uniformly, and that there is greater consistency between an IIU and front-line supervisor investigation. This alignment, coupled with better data, will allow for identification of any gaps in policy or training.

Since Sheriff Johanknecht took office and appointed a new IIU Captain, Rodney Chinnick, OLEO has seen significant improvements in internal investigations, including correcting mis-classifications, which are addressed in the report released today. OLEO hopes that the Sheriff’s Office will similarly embrace the recommendations in this report that, if also implemented, will further improve KCSO’s own internal accountability structure to promote greater transparency, consistency and fairness to both the public and its employees.

OLEO is an independent office established by the County Council that represents the interests of the public in its efforts to hold the Sheriff’s Office accountable for providing fair and just police services. It conducts systemic reviews of the Sheriff’s Office’s policies, practices and trainings, and makes policy recommendations to the Sheriff’s Office and the County Council for meaningful improvements.

You can read OLEO’s report online.



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UPDATED: Two motorcyclists dead in collision on NE 205th

Wednesday, July 11, 2018

Photo by Shoreline Fire
Two motorcyclists traveling eastbound on NE 205th (SR 104) collided with a turning vehicle at 1st NE by the Echo Lake mural.

The motorcyclists were thrown from their bikes and died at the scene.

One of the bikes caught on fire.

It is believed that speed was a factor in the collision.

Both motorcyclists were Shoreline men, age 26.

No one in the vehicle was injured.

The accident, which happened around 6:50pm Wednesday evening, shut down all and then part of the highway for several hours.

The scene was cleared and the road reopened shortly after 11pm.



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Photo: View from Echo Lake

Photo by Greg Haughian

This could be anywhere but it is part of Greg Haughian's view from Echo Lake.



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Scene on the Sound: USNS Matthew C. Perry

USNS Matthew Perry
Photo by Jan Hansen

Text and photo by Jan Hansen

This morning a vessel sailed through the Shoreline Sea on her way to Japan. Too large to ignore is the massive replenishment ship, USNS Matthew C. Perry (T-AKE 9), Military Sealift Command. The name “Perry” and Japan have quite a history.

The Navy website states that USNS MATTHEW PERRY is the ninth LEWIS AND CLARK - class Dry Cargo / Ammunition Ship, and the first ship in the Navy to honor Navy Commodore Matthew C. Perry (1794-1858), who led a squadron of ships to Japan in 1853 with the aim of opening that nation to trade.

He served during the War of 1812 and the Mexican-American War, and was sent to suppress piracy and the slave trade in the West Indies.

Wikipedia says that President Millard Fillmore sent Commodore Perry to force the opening of Japanese ports to American trade, using gunboat diplomacy, if necessary. In 1853 Perry did push his ships into Nagasaki and attempted to intimidate the Japanese. It was early July when he fired blank shots from his 73 cannons. He claimed this was in celebration of American Independence Day, but powerful, destructive shells were aboard if the Japanese chose to fight.

World trade contained threats even then.

The USNS MATTHEW PERRY was delivered in San Diego in early 2010. The next year she aided Japan by participating in disaster relief after the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami. During 21 days of operations, the MATTHEW C.PERRY completed 17 separate replenishment events, delivering more than 1.5 million gallons of fuel and transporting relief supplies.



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Positive aging awards for three local women

Three local women were given awards at Sound Generations’ June 20th Inspire Positive Aging Awards Luncheon.

Sound Generations, formerly Senior Services, is the parent organizations for King county senior centers including the Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Senior Center. 

Local women and the organizations they volunteer for:
  • Jemanesh Demisse (Community Service award): Dale Turner YMCA, Tilth Alliance
  • Dianne Hansen (Intergenerational Impact award): Shoreline Public Library and SWEL Timebank
  • Natalia Mendez (Defining Inspiration award): SeaMar's Lake City Latino Senior Group

Jemanesh Demisse, 72 (right)
Jemanesh Demisse, 72
Community Service.

Jemanesh is dedicated to helping the underserved elders in King County's East African community. She has been working with the East African Senior Meals Program at the Yesler Community Center for over eight years, preparing nutritious and culturally relevant meals for over 50 elders each Thursday and Saturday.

She has demonstrated leadership by actively recruiting volunteers for the meals program and Rainer Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands, and she is not afraid to go out of her way to assist a community member. She is the first to first to fundraise when someone is in need, the first to visit a community member in the hospital, and cheers on the younger generation at graduation ceremonies.

Despite her recent health challenges her dedication to her community is unwavering. Her nominator said, “Jemanesh has a heart of gold… [She] taught me that one can be humble and give without the expectation of getting anything in return.”


Dianne Hansen, 71 (right)
Dianne Hansen, 71
Intergenerational Impact

Dianne is admired for her work as a volunteer tutor and piano teacher in her community. She generously devotes her time to tutoring young children at the Shoreline Public Library, and through the SWEL Timebank discovered her passion for teaching piano lessons.

This inspired Dianne to offer free piano lessons to children whose families couldn't afford private lessons. Dianne also purchased keyboards and music books that she'd loan to students so they could practice at home. 

She now devotes time to her 12 young piano students but still finds time to dedicate to other causes, including piano lessons for retiree and working mother students, general tutoring, teaching ESL classes, and sewing classes. 

Her patience, compassion and enthusiasm is infectious, and she is an inspiration to all who know her.


Natalia Mendez, 76 (right)
Natalia Mendez, 76
Defining Inspiration

Those who know Natalia are inspired by her positivity and selflessness. Natalia emigrated from Pueblo, Mexico to Yakima when she was 34, where she raised four children on her own and was known in the community for bringing meals to less fortunate families. 

She continues to embody this spirit of kindness today, spending hours each week preparing delicious Mexican food to share with SeaMar's Lake City Latino Senior Group. Even though she struggles with chronic pain after a car accident, she remains active physically and is always willing to try new activities like yoga and dancing. 

At an event celebrating the independence days of Latin American countries last year, Natalia sang a song from Mexico in front of the lunch crowd. Her nominator described her voice as "soulful, strong, and inspiring" - just like Natalia herself.



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Shoreline Walks this week: Boeing Creek park and Hamlin park

Tuesday, July 10, 2018

Boeing Creek Park
Photo by Lien Titus
There are two special walks planned for this week as part of the City of Shoreline’s Shoreline Walks Community Walking Program.

Join walk leader Ginger on an Interpretive Plant Walk through Boeing Creek Park and Thursday evening or join walk leader Alice on a Sunday morning walk through the trails of Hamlin Park. 

Both walks are free and led by a volunteer walk leader. No need to sign up, just show up and enjoy these free group walks. More information here.

Walk Details

Thursday, July 12th, 2018 A) 6-7pm, and/or B) 7-8:15pm
Boeing Creek Interpretive Plant Walk
This is a two part walk, you can participate on one or both of the walks depending on your ability level and interest. Open to all ages, with youth encouraged to participate. Parent signature required for waiver. No bathroom on site. Walk Leader: Ginger

Plant Walk A : 6:00-7:00pm
A gentle pace with lots of stops to share about plants.
Walk is approximately 3/4 miles / 1 hour
Walk Rating: Easy (with some slopes and uneven ground, very little elevation change)
Meet at: Boeing Creek Park Entrance on NW 175th St. (between 6th Ave & 3rd Ave NW) (park on road) Note: location may not be as easy to find as it sounds, map ahead or allow extra time.

Plant Walk B : 7:00-8:15pm
We traverse up and down the wooded ravine trails of Boeing Creek Park. Wear sturdy hiking shoes, trails are uneven and rugged. Stream side trails and crossings are unpredictable. Wet feet are a possibility. The far reach of this WALK is a Native Plant Restoration Site in progress.
Walk is approximately 2 miles / 1.25 hours
Walk Rating: Difficult (uneven ground, elevation changes, slippery when wet, loose soil in places)
Meet at: Boeing Creek Park Entrance on NW 175th St. (between 6th Ave & 3rd Ave NW) (park on road) Note: location may not be as easy to find as it sounds, map ahead or allow extra time.

Hamlin Park
Photo by Janet Way
Sunday, July 15th, 2018 9:00am RESCHEDULED FOR SUNDAY
Hamlin Park Trails Walk

Join a summer morning walk in Hamlin park. Enjoy the fresh green forested trails of this the local gem of a park. Rain or Shine.
Walk is approximately 1.75 miles / 1 hr
Walk Rating: Moderate (bumpy trails, some hills)
Meet at: Hamlin Park, 160th St. 2nd parking lot on left. (by picnic shelter)
Walk Leader: Alice







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