Death notices for June 1-30, 2019

Saturday, August 3, 2019

Obituaries are condensed biographies of people's lives, written by the people who loved them.

Like a memorial service, they tell us things we may not have known about the person, and may leave us wishing we had known them better

Obituaries extracted from The Seattle Times and other sources

Reynold Rosch  1963 - 2019  Shoreline resident died of cancer. "Upon his departure, he left his corneas to help others."

Anselma "Selma" Marie Bergen Beckwith  1924 - 2019  Funeral mass was held at St. Luke on the 71st anniversary of her marriage to Scott Beckwith, who preceded her in death. Celebrated by her seven children and their families, down to the great-great-grandchild.

Victor Joseph Scarpelli, Sr.  1930 - 2019  Services at St. Mark for Shoreline resident Scarpelli, who was a teacher at Shoreline High School from 1962 to 1995. He taught wood shop, metal shop, plastics and assembly mechanics. He administered the summer driver's education program, coached many sports, and was advisor to many clubs and activities.

Allen Russell Ohlinger  1932 - 2019  Services were held at St Dunstan's Episcopal Church in Shoreline where Ohlinger volunteered for many years.

Patrick James Cummings  1964 - 2019  1983 Shoreline High School graduate Patrick was "the life of the party, always happy, laughing and willing to help anyone." He loved sports of all kinds and his family suggests a memorial donation to your favorite youth soccer club.

Ruby Marie Carmichael  1921 - 2019  In 2003, Ruby and Doug moved to Cristwood retirement community in Shoreline, where they lived until Doug passed away in 2011. She continued living there until the need for more constant care arose.

Daniel "Dan" F. Nolan  1930 - 2019  Funeral mass was held at St. Luke for Irish-born Dan Nolan. Immigrating to the U.S. when he was 18, he served in the Army and then served 31 years with the King County Sheriff's Department.

James Jean Federspiel  1958 - 2019  James attended St. Luke grade school and graduated from Shoreline High School. Jimmy's passion was "to play guitar and he went through many."

Lacy Renée Rice  d. 2019  Services were held at Lake Forest Park Presbyterian Church.

Stephen Donald Thoreson  1953 - 2019  Services were held at the Innis Arden Clubhouse with mourners invited to wear WSU colors. Donations were suggested for the Washington Park Fund for Ross Lake, Steve's favorite place to fish.
 
Bernice "Bunnie" Dittman  1928 - 2019  An open house memorial was held at the Shoreline - LFP Senior Center for Shoreline resident Bunnie Dittman. "She enjoyed playing bridge and bowling, was active with the Easter Seal and Children's Home Societies for many years, and rollerskated with the Rhythm Rollers in high school."

Harley Wahl  d. 2019  Long time Shoreline resident, Harley Wahl, M.D. passed away peacefully at his home. He did his residency in pediatrics at the University of Washington. "Following his Air Force service in 1968 he became a pediatrician and practiced in a partnership with Bill Forney and Bill Schnall" in Richmond Beach. 

David T. Pogson  1960 - 2019  Shoreline Community College grad was celebrated with a gathering at Salty's on Alki and a scholarship fund was started in his name.



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Brush fire at RB Saltwater Park

Shoreline Fire reports a brush fire at Saltwater Park in Richmond Beach, Saturday, August 3, 2019, 3:54pm.

Crews arriving on scene. Hillside and trees on fire. Not currently threatening any homes.

See update here




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Photo: Spinning trees

Photo by Gloria Z Nagler


The ever-talented Gloria Nagler took this photo.
It's trees.

That's it. That's all I've got.

DKH




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King County to research interfacing with AI systems - Alexa, Siri, Cortana

The King County Library System Foundation (KCLSF) was named one of five 2019 LYRASIS Catalyst Fund recipients in the nation, and awarded $34,600 to help the King County Library System (KCLS) fund a research project titled, "Conversational Artificial Intelligence: Bringing the Library to Your Living Room."
 
The project aims to empower the public to utilize library resources anytime, anywhere. The Catalyst Fund grant will enable KCLS to explore community demand for, and research the feasibility of, implementing a library application to interface with common conversational artificial intelligence (A.I.) systems, such as Alexa, Siri and Cortana.

“We are thrilled that the KCLS Foundation has been named a 2019 LYRASIS Catalyst Fund recipient,” said KCLS Executive Director Lisa Rosenblum. “This grant will allow KCLS to continue to find innovative ways to serve our patrons in the digital age, and increase digital equity and access to library resources.”

KCLS will partner with ConverSight.ai to run a pilot program with up to 50,000 KCLS patrons on their existing LIBRO platform. KCLS will also run focus groups to explore community and staff perspectives on how conversational A.I. could be used to enhance library services and resources. 

KCLS patrons who are interested in volunteering for either the pilot program or focus groups, may register at kcls.org/voice after August 9, 2019.

LYRASIS is one of the largest non-profit member organizations serving the global landscape of academic and public libraries, scholarly research, archives, museums and galleries. The Catalyst Fund, now in its third year, is designed to foster innovation leading to new services and programs worldwide. This year, five programs are being funded, for a total of $126,370 in awards.



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Jobs: Shoreline Community College

Shoreline Community College
Facilities and Operations Maintenance Specialist

Date of first consideration: August 14, 2019

Complete job description

Application materials and information on this and other open positions can be found online.

Questions regarding employment at the College may be directed to HR by email or by phone at 206-546-4769.



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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Oar deal


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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Donor's will drastically impacts local nonprofit - in a positive way

Vision House' Jacob's Well
in Shoreline


Families experiencing homelessness are about to benefit from an extremely generous gift for years to come. In her will, a very generous donor bequeathed a large sum of money to be divided up among four areas of service.

Vision House, a nonprofit that provides transitional housing for families, was chosen in the homelessness category.

Vision House was presented with a gift of $765,000! The nonprofit is in the middle of a large Capital Campaign to build ten additional apartments in Shoreline and this donation brings the building almost to completion.

There is still a lot of work left to be done in raising the remaining balance of approximately $500,000.

This donation was a complete surprise and originally thought to be $500,000. After meeting with Vision House's leadership, the donors (who wish to stay anonymous) landed on an extra $265,000!

Vision House is a non-profit providing transitional housing, child care and support services for homeless families to assist them in rebuilding their lives and achieving self-sufficiency. In 2018, 96% of Vision House families transitioned successfully to permanent housing.

The agency owns and operates 36 units of housing and two child care facilities, including Jacob's Well in Shoreline. When the second building in Shoreline is complete, Vision House will have a total of 46 apartments for homeless families.


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Book review by Aarene Storms: Scarlett Hart Monster Hunter

Scarlett Hart Monster Hunter by Marcus Sedwick (graphic novel)

Scarlett is the orphaned daughter of two legendary monster hunters. With the help of her faithful family retainers, she scours the city for monsters... but her archrival Count Stankovic is determined to stop her!

Fast-moving action and adventure, fancy gadgets and stunts, lots of monsters, and clever chat. The artwork is fun and not (very) gory, and the plot never stops.

There is clearly room for sequels, but the story stands alone nicely. Highly recommended for ages 10 to adult.

"Steampunk-y Doctor-Whoish Adventure"


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

Aarene Storms, youth services librarian
Richmond Beach and Lake Forest Park Libraries, KCLS astorms@kcls.org



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Shoreline fire calls for July 2019

Play day at the Safety Center
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire
Shoreline Fire calls for July 2019

Medical calls:

  • Aid - 331
  • Aid Non Emergency - 76
  • Motor Vehicle Collision Aid (MVA) - 39
  • MVA Medic - 2
    • +3 w/ M142 and M157 in Bothell, Kirkland, Northshore and Woodinville
  • MVA Rescue - 1
  • Medic - 146 
    • +179 w/ M142 and M157 in Bothell, Kirkland, Northshore and Woodinville
  • Cardiac Arrest - 13
    • +13 /M142 and M157 in Bothell, Kirkland, Northshore and Woodinville


Fire open house
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire

Fire calls:

  • Automatic Fire Alarm (AFA) - 46
  • Appliance Fire - 1
  • Bark Fire - 4
  • Brush Fire - 3
  • Dumpster Fire - 1
  • Extinguished Fire - 2
  • Flooding Minor - 1
  • Gas Spill/Absorbent - 2
  • Haz - 5 CO alarms
  • Natural Gas in the Area - 1
  • Natural Gas in Commercial - 2
  • Smoke/Burn Complaint - 10
  • Smoke Commercial - 1
  • Smoke Smell/Haze in the Area - 2
  • Service Call - 6
  • Structure Fire Commercial - 1
  • Structure Fire Multi Family - 1
  • Structure Fire Residential - 1
  • Structure Fire Unconfirmed - 1
  • Vehicle Fire - 2



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Ballinger Ponds Walk on Saturday

Echo Lake Elementary
Native Plant Garden
Ballinger Ponds Walk, Saturday, August 3, 10am

Join walk leader Dan for a walk through Ballinger Commons. Hike through the wooded trail and past the two hidden ponds.

Then walk over to Echo Lake Elementary School and take in the beautiful native plant garden.

Walk is approximately 2.8 miles / 2 hours and rated moderate for hills and trails.




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Sound Transit construction alert: partial closure at Ridgecrest Park parking lot

Construction alert

Starting as early as Tuesday, August 13, 2019 Sound Transit will be closing the parking lot and westernmost portion of Ridgecrest Park on NE 160th to start tree removal, sewer main relocation and then construction of the light rail guideway.

Two Sound Transit owned houses east of the parking lot will also be demolished and a new parking lot constructed. 

This is part of the Lynnwood Link Extension early work construction.

After-hours construction hotline: 888-298-2395.



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Sound Transit construction alert: restriping I-5 from 175th to 205th

Construction alert

Sound Transit will be restriping northbound Interstate 5 from NE 175th to the State Route 104 / NE 205th / Ballinger Way off ramp starting Wednesday, August 7, 2019

Lanes on I-5 will be restriped from 12 foot wide lanes to 11 foot wide to expand Sound Transit's construction work zone on the shoulder of the freeway.

Lanes will be shifting closer to the center median in order to access the work zone during operable hours.

Rolling slowdowns will take place the nights of Friday, August 9 and Saturday, August 10 so expect delays from 130th Street to SR 104 / NE 205th / Ballinger Way.

Work hours are from 9pm to 10pm.

Rolling slowdown hours are between midnight and 6am early Saturday and Sunday morning.

After-hours construction hotline: 888-298-2395.



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Sound Transit construction alert: waste line relocation 1st NE at NE 174th

Construction alert

Ronald wastewater line relocation on 1st Ave NE at NE 174th St

Starting August 5, 2019 Sound Transit will close 1st Ave NE at NE 174th St to work on the utility relocation.

Sound Transit will be relocating the Ronald wastewater line in order to construct the guideway as part of the Lynnwood Link Extension early work construction.

Sound Transit will install the new basin location at the corner of 1st Ave NE and NE 174th St on 1st Ave.

The construction is expected to take approximately three years, to August 2022.

Work hours are from 7am to 5pm but this closure remains in place 24 hours a day.

Local access along 1st Ave will be through NE 170th St.
Detour routes will be in place.

After-hours construction hotline: 888-298-2395


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For the birds: Birds need them - we need them - let’s save the trees

Friday, August 2, 2019

Golden-crowned Kinglet in tree
Photo by Elaine Chuang
By Christine Southwick

All our local birds need trees. Our yard birds are classified as Perching Birds since their feet have evolved to clinging to tree branches.

Most of the birds in our area eat, sleep, and breed in trees. Northern Flickers, Downy, Hairy, and Pileated Woodpeckers, and Red-Breasted Sapsuckers are prime examples.

Did you know that Black-capped and Chestnut-backed chickadees, plus Red-breasted Nuthatches, are just some of the birds that use old woodpecker cavities for their nests

That’s already eight cavity nesters that need good-sized local trees for food, raising their young, and for shelter and sleeping.

Red-breasted Nuthatch high in tree
Photo by Elaine Chuang

All kinds of birds build their nests in our local trees: Robins, Steller’s Jays, Yellow Warblers, et al. 
  • White-crowned Sparrows, Dark-eyed Juncos, and Spotted Towhees use trees as look-out posts from which to watch for predators near their nests.
  • Golden-crowned Kinglets, Yellow-rumped Warblers, Merlins, Band-tailed Pigeons, and many other birds need tall evergreens in which to lay their eggs
  • Red-breasted Nuthatches have been known to build their nests 120 feet high in conifers, Cedar Waxwings and kinglets often nest 60 feet up.
  • Willow Flycatchers, Olive-sided Flycatchers and Pacific Slope Flycatchers pass through our area during northern and southern migrations and use treetops from which to fly out and catch the bugs needed to fuel their journeys.

Birds glean tiny bugs off trees, helping to keep trees healthy. Their lilting songs lift our hearts and reduce our stress levels. Birds and bees help pollinate trees.

Pileated Woodpecker on old tree
Photo by Elaine Chuang


How do we humans benefit from trees? Why should we keep them? 

Trees reduce noise, moderate temperatures, reduce dust and help clean the air. Trees, especially year-round conifers, deflect rain and snow from falling directly to the ground, thereby slowing runoff and diminishing stormwaters and flooding.

Many people don’t know that Shoreline Parks only have 20% of our city’s tree canopy, while 71% of the tree canopy is owned by private homeowners. Therefore, tree-cutting homeowners directly reduce Shoreline’s tree canopy, and affect their related neighborhood.

Red-breasted Sapsucker with sap holes
 (these holes do not hurt trees)
Photo by Elaine Chuang
Trees need to be kept. Thin a tree, don’t cut it down.

If a tree is sick, don’t cut it flush to the ground, leave a ten foot or higher snag. It will cost you less, and the woodpeckers will start using the snag.

Other birds will soon claim the used woodpecker holes.

Give birds places to live and improve our breathing/noise/and climate change issues.

Keep the trees! 
Help save the Birds!



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Pop-up storywalk at Carkeek Park this weekend - The Water Princess

Water Princess, installed as a PopUp Storywalk at Carkeek Park, July 19-August 5

King County Wastewater Treatment Division is partnering with PopUp Storywalk and Seattle Parks for a fun summer activity.

Come walk the trails at Carkeek Park and enjoy a PopUp Storywalk! 

Water Princess has been installed along the trails and you and your family can read the story, page by page, as you follow the path. 

The story begins at the Eddie McAbee Trail entrance on NW 100th Pl, near 6th Ave NW Directions and parking.

Water Princess was inspired by a real life story of a young girl and her dreams of bringing clean water to her African village. This vibrant, engaging book sheds light on this struggle that continues all over the world today, instilling hope for a future when all children will have access to clean drinking water.


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Photo: Shade

Photo by Gloria Z Nagler


Even yellow jackets need to beat the heat. 
This one is sheltering in the shade of a lily pad.



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National Night Out (NNO) is Tuesday, August 6 at 6:00pm

NNO party in LFP
From LFP Police Chief Mike Harden

We are all excited about the National Night Out event and hopefully we have great weather. 

NNO is a series of nationwide celebrations to give neighbors an opportunity to get together in a setting close to home. 

NNO is also an opportunity for officers to interact with residents in a positive, relaxed and informal way. 

Officers and residents often use NNO as an opportunity to communicate about neighborhood concerns and crime prevention tips.

There are many different types of NNO events - it all depends on the neighborhood. Some residents host block parties. Sometimes events are built around a barbecue, ice cream social or potluck dinner. Some simply gather in their cul-de-sac and socialize while their children play. Any gathering that gives neighbors a chance to step outside their homes and talk fits the bill!

Representatives from the LFP Police Department attend neighborhood events throughout the city to answer questions about law enforcement and share effective strategies for fighting crime in our neighborhoods. Officer involvement depends on availability.

For 2019, we have registered over 40 events. I have created an NNO map for our LFP community.

If you are thinking of joining a party, the contact information is listed. The title of the party gives the location details. So, find your house location and look for an event in the area. Come out and meet your neighbors.

We are a smaller police department, but we will do our best with the on-duty staff to visit many of these locations. Understand that if an officer does come to your party, they will be limited in time, as they will be visiting as many parties as possible.

Have a great Tuesday night!


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Career military man to speak at Post 227 special meeting Aug 7

The American Legion Post 227 in Shoreline will hold a special meeting at 6:30pm Wednesday evening, August 7, 2019. The meeting will be held at Post 227, located at 14521 17th Ave NE, Shoreline 98155. 

John (J.D.) Hosey will speak about his 30-year military career which began at age 16. His career included serving as an Army paratrooper during the Korean War, going to OCS to become an officer, qualifying to fly fixed wing aircraft and helicopters, flying rescue missions under fire to extract wounded troops in Viet Nam and ending his military career as Senior Controller for military airports in the US and in Europe. 

He was awarded numerous medals during his career, including a Presidential Distinguished Flying Cross for rescuing wounded troops under fire in Viet Nam. On a bus ride to Seattle, from where he was due to sail to Korea, he met a beautiful young woman named Sandy who became the love of his life. There will be an opportunity to ask questions at the end of his talk.

While you are at the meeting, you can check out the Post Library that includes a large collection of militarily related books, video tapes and DVDs. Any of these can be checked out, used and returned by post members and community without charge. Also check out the Post 227 website

All members of the community, whether a military veteran or not, are welcome to attend to hear the presentations. We look forward to seeing you at this special meeting.



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Edward Jones financial advisor moves to new office

Desiree Hajek Financial Advisor
Edward Jones
Desiree Hajek of the financial services firm Edward Jones opened a new office on April 22, 2019 at Gateway Plaza, 18336 Aurora Avenue North, Suite 101C. The branch phone number is 206-801-7322, and the website address is here.

Hajek has worked in financial services since 2011 and has been an Edward Jones Financial Advisor since 2017. 

Says Hajek, "We're thrilled about our new location, and we are eager to continue to partner with clients and their families in the new space and to help keep them on track toward their individual long-term goals."

Hajek has lived in the Shoreline/Edmonds area for 36 years.

Edward Jones, a Fortune 500 company headquartered in St. Louis, provides financial services in the U.S. and, through its affiliate, in Canada. Every aspect of the firm's business, from the investments its financial advisors offer to the location of its branch offices, caters to individual investors. The firm's 18,000-plus financial advisors serve more than 7 million clients and care for $1 trillion in assets under management. 



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Sending a ferry through the Locks

The Elwha just barely clears the sides
Photo courtesy WSDOT


Ferry fans lined Seattle’s Lake Washington Ship Canal Monday morning, July 29, 2019 to witness an unusual sight (see video) as one of our iconic ferries sailed through! 

Tugboats guided the 144-car Super-class Elwha from the Eagle Harbor Maintenance Facility on Bainbridge Island to the Lake Union Drydock Company where it will undergo repairs on its deck steel.

During its journey, the vessel passed through the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, then under the Ballard, Fremont and Aurora bridges, before entering Lake Union.



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Paint Map - Aug 2-5


Fun events that can make travel challenging:
  • Storm vs. Mystics: 7pm Friday, Aug. 2, at the Angel of the Winds Arena
  • Sounders vs. Kansas City: 7pm Sunday, Aug. 4, at CenturyLink Field
  • Seafair Air Show: Friday, Aug. 2, to Sunday, Aug. 4, at Genesee Park
  • Westbound US 2 closure: Between SR9 and I-5 from 7pm Friday, Aug. 2, to 4am Monday, Aug. 5. This work is weather-dependent.
  • Watershed Festival: Friday, Aug. 2, to Sunday, Aug. 4, at Gorge Amphitheatre
  • I-90 Traffic: Prepare for increased traffic on I-90 due to events from Friday to Sunday and minor delays due to summer construction
Construction closures:

I-5 North Seattle
Seattle City Light crews will perform rolling slowdowns on both directions of I-5 between 44th Avenue West in Lynnwood and Northeast 70th Street in Seattle from 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, to 4 a.m. Wednesday, July 31.

US 2 Everett
All lanes of westbound US 2 will be closed between SR 9 and I-5 from 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, to 4 a.m. Monday, Aug. 5, weather-dependent. During the closure, travelers should follow the signed detours in place.

I-90 Snoqualmie Pass
Construction and maintenance work is taking place on I-90 this summer between North Bend and Vantage, which could add extra time to your travels. Know before you go by planning your trip in advance.



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Letter to the editor: What is David Chen's plan for Shoreline?

To the Editor:

Referencing Shari Winstead’s recent letter to the editor where she stated “The contributions and loans are important information when learning about a candidate's support.” I agree that it is always important to follow the money. In a campaign mailer I received this week supporting David Chen, I noticed the statement at the bottom:

“No Candidate Authorized this ad it is paid for by Washington REALTORS PAC-504 14th Ave Se Olympia, WA 98501. Top Five Contributors: Washington REALTORS®, Spokane Association of REALTORS, Seattle King County Association of REALTORS®, Kitsap Association of REALTORS, National Association of REALTORS”.

The mailer contained the same two photos of Mr. Chen and his family that were on the mailer that his campaign sent out. Mr. Chen has been called an urbanist. If this is true, these two bits of information lead me to assume his plan for Shoreline is for density, density and more density.

Liz Poitras
Shoreline



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Running on empty: Your community needs you to donate blood


Donating blood makes a huge, life-saving impact for patients who need help in our area, and this August in particular.
 
Bloodworks Northwest is asking everyone to help make sure the blood supply is strong during these demanding summer months. Trauma cases tend to spike significantly from summer mishaps, and we need to make sure people have access to the blood they need when plans take a turn.

We have blood drives coming up in this area all summer long, including these opportunities during the first two weeks of August.


Monday, Aug. 5, 2019
Shoreline Masonic Lodge Bus
753 N 185th St (corner of 185th and Linden)
4:30pm to 7:00pm

-OR-

Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019
Shoreline Community College | 16101 Greenwood Ave. N
10:00am to 4:00pm

-OR-

Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019
City of Shoreline | 17544 Midvale Ave. N
8:30am to 11:00am

-OR-

Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019
WSDOT - Dayton | 15700 Dayton Ave. N (behind Shoreline Place)
12:30pm to 3:30pm

Register Now!

Find other locations and times by visiting BloodworksNW.org, calling 800-398-7888, or texting bloodapp to 91985 to download the Bloodworks App.

Thank you for being a donor!



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New Terrace Station development attracts Shoreline businesses

Terrace Station Building 1
Photo courtesy Sierra Construction


The Terrace Station development along northbound I-5, just north of Shoreline, broke ground at the beginning of June.

Sierra Construction Company is constructing the first phase of the transit-oriented, mixed-use residential and commercial development.

Groundbreaking
Photo courtesy Sierra Construction


They are providing utilities to future building sites, as well as constructing Gateway Boulevard, the main thoroughfare that will connect Gateway Place on the south to 236th Street on the north. Gateway Place currently has only one road in, from 244th SW.

The Terrace Station site was previously home to Evergreen Elementary and has been vacant since the school was demolished in 2010.

Terrace Station, Building 1, is a six-story 470,000 square foot mixed-use building.

Comprised of 258 residential units, Building 1 has two levels of underground parking and 58,000 square feet of commercial space on the ground floor.

This building is the first of three planned buildings in the Terrace Station development.

The completed development will bring 600 residential units and 80,000 square feet of commercial space to the city, all in close proximity to I-5, the Mountlake Terrace Transit Station, as well as the light rail service coming in 2024. Building 1 is due for completion in 2020.

LFP Montessori in Shoreline
Google maps

Lake Forest Park Montessori has notified its parents that it plans to relocate the school to the Mountlake Terrace development. Their current building on 19th NE in Shoreline has very limited parking.

"Our school will be moving to a new and very convenient location which has recently broken ground in the planned community of Terrace Station on Gateway Boulevard near I-5 and 236th Street SW in Mountlake Terrace. 
"This community is being planned to take advantage of the transit center and new light rail station projected to open there in about five years. 
"The school will be on the ground floor of the multi-use building currently under construction. The new school will provide the perfect environment for our Montessori learning experience, while being very convenient for parents and staff. (Of course, there will be plenty of parking!) 
"Since this is a brand-new development, construction will take time, and the exact date of completion has not yet been determined. We hope to be able to open early in the 2020-21 school year, and of course we will give you frequent updates when the time gets closer."

24 Hour Fitness at Ballinger Village
will move to Mountlake Terrace

NextMLT has reported that the 24 Hour Fitness, currently located at Ballinger Village, will also relocate to Terrace Station and build out a facility with a pool.




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WeatherWatcher: Unusually blustery weather for Friday

Unusual weather for August is heading our way overnight into Friday morning. We have a cold front that looks more like October, already on the coast moving inland with steady rain. Along with the rain, we are also expecting unusually breezy conditions for August.

There is a little bit of a difference in model forecasts for winds as shown in the two graphics below. I'm leaning more towards the National Weather Service forecasts, but there could be a stray gust that is stronger than 25mph.

Here are the expected wind gusts for Friday by the National Weather Service:

Image
Graphic by National Weather Service

The National Weather Service is forecasting winds of 20-25mph for our local area.

The University of Washington WRF (Weather Research and Forecasting) 4km model is forecasting wind gusts up to 25-30 knots, or 30-35mph.


UW Weather Research and Forecasting model is forecasting 25-30 knots,
Graphics by University of Washington

With trees in full summer foliage, it is remotely possible with these winds to have some tree limbs break off, and maybe even a local power outage. Winds are expected to be fairly breezy from about 4am until around 4pm, with the peak between 10-11am. 

Rainfall amounts will be fairly light, enough to get everything wet, but not major. You'll still probably need to water those thirsty plants.

Weekend Forecast: For the weekend we go back to our regularly scheduled summer with dry weather starting Friday afternoon and evening. Saturday we return to sunny skies and highs in the low-mid 80's. Sunday through next Thursday we are also looking at sunny skies, with highs in the mid 80's and lows in the 60's.


For current weather conditions visit www.shorelineweather.com



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Residential fire in Ballinger neighborhood

Thursday, August 1, 2019

Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire
Residential structure fire in the 1100 block of NE 200th St in the Ballinger neighborhood. 

The fire call was dispatched around 9:45pm on Thursday, August 1, 2019. 

All occupants and their dogs were evacuated safely. 

The cause is being investigated.



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Shoreline paramedics deployed to wildfires

Left Hand Fire near Yakima
Two paramedics from the Shoreline Fire Department have been deployed to wildfires in Washington state.

One was sent out for a few days and has returned home.

The second was deployed to the the Left Hand Fire in the Yakima area and is still there.



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This year's Top 11 reasons you need to be at BrewFest

Environmentally responsible tickets


This year's Top 11 reasons you need to be at BrewFest


11. You can FINALLY have a good answer to the question “how was your weekend? on Monday morning. Because this event is AWESOME!!

10. Pretzel necklaces. Just because kids can’t come doesn’t mean you have to accessorize like a grownup. Wearing snacks around your neck is totally fashion forward here.

9. TShirts are back. We will have a limited number of tshirts available for sale; if you have started a collection, you’ll definitely want this one!

Silent auction items - guitar
and a Steve Largent signed jersey


8. The silent auction. Mike Brown Productions is back with some fantastic stuff. One of only two reasons to bring extra funds. Go home with something, knowing that all proceeds go directly to NUHSA.

7. Live music. The best parties have real musicians providing the soundtrack to your day. We are excited to bring you The Mark DeFresne Band to round out your BrewFest.



6. Happy people. We’ve put in our order for sunshine, but even with our first rain last year, people had a blast. What could be better than friends and neighbors on a Saturday afternoon, experiencing great beer, good food, and live music together. If you're not smiling, we're very, very concerned about you.

5. Supporting neighborhoods. This event seeds next year's event, but also supports the four 4-corners neighborhoods. And a charity (the North Urban Human Services Alliance this year).

4. You get to vote, and it’s not political! Use colorful stickers instead of filling in circles, and talk up your favorite tastes to other BrewFesters! Influence rules!! Trophies go to brewers who run out of a beer first and have the most tokens, but the Golden Growler goes to the brewer who brings the Crowd Favorite. And none of that pesky waiting-for-returns... the Growler is awarded that night. Show your favorite brewer some love!



3. It's an all-inclusive ticket. A mere $35 gets you everything (drinks, food, AND entertainment) except auction items and tshirts, which means you don't have to shell out money at Taco Time on the way home, unless you promised your kids (or your dog) you would. .

2. No lines. This is the most intimate, lovely, local beer tasting event you will ever attend. Contrary to other, larger beer festivals, the 4-Corners BrewFest stays small. That means you can not only get served quickly, but you can also get to know who's pouring!



1. The Brewers and Their Beer! 192 Brewing, American Brewing Company, Bad Jimmy's Brewing Co., Diamond Knot, Downpour Brewing, Elliott Bay Brewing Company, Gallaghers' Where-U-Brew, Georgetown Brewing, Hellbent Brewing, Hemlock State Brewing, Monka Brewing Co., North Sound Brewing, Ram, The – Northgate, Salish Sea Brewing, Schilling Cider, Watts Brewing Company... We love their support and we love their brews!

Visit the BrewFest page for more information, including volunteer links and ticket sales.



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Letter to the Editor: David Chen is the best choice for Shoreline City Council

To the Editor:

As Shoreline citizens, we deserve great representation on our City Council. As the former Mayor and a two term City Councilmember, I know what qualities it takes to be a good representative.

David Chen is the best choice for Shoreline City Council Position 4. He has the experience and heart to be a dedicated public servant, and the intellect and knowledge to understand the issues. David understands the importance of preparing, researching, and analyzing the issues. He is an empathetic listener and highly values the opinions and concerns of citizens, like you and me. I encourage you to learn about his experience. David Chen for Shoreline City Council

New ideas and energy are needed on our Council. Issues are different now than they were 12 years ago. We are facing critical issues that need solutions. We need a representative who is tenacious, smart, understands the issues and is willing to work hard. The majority of our Councilmembers have served two or more terms.

An incumbent must earn your vote. Service alone is not a strong enough reason to be re-elected. I urge you to look at attendance and voting records (which can be requested at this link. Equally important are campaign finance records. The contributions and loans are important information when learning about a candidate's support. A large loan from a candidate to herself should give us pause to consider their reasons for seeking election.

David Chen is our best choice for our representative. He is dedicated, smart, has great ideas for solving problems and is willing to work hard for your vote. He's already knocked on almost 4000 doors to hear the concerns of our citizens. Please join me in voting for David Chen!

Shari Winstead
Shoreline


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Correction to Republic Services mailer to LFP residents

Republic mailer to LFP residents
A recent mailer from Republic Services to Lake Forest Park residents noted an incorrect location for disposal of household hazardous waste.
 
Don't take household hazardous waste to the Shoreline Transfer Station. It is not accepted there. 

The correct location is:

King County North Seattle Household Hazardous Waste Facility

Open: Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday, 9:30am to 4:30pm
Closed: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday

Shoreline and north Seattle residents also take their hazardous waste to this location.



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Jobs: Mountlake Terrace

Two part time jobs at the MLT Rec Pavillion

Jazz and Hip Hop Dance Instructor (part-time)

This position is a part-time Dance Recreation Specialist at the Mountlake Terrace Recreation Pavilion. This position is responsible for instructing dance in one or more of the following disciplines: Jazz and Hip Hop or any other style deemed appropriate by the Dance Programmer. Students can range from 4 years old to adult.

For more information view the job description: here

Lyrical and Jazz Dance Instructor (part-time)

This position is a part-time Dance Recreation Specialist at the Mountlake Terrace Recreation Pavilion. This position is responsible for instructing dance in one or more of the following disciplines: Lyrical and Jazz or any other style deemed appropriate by the Dance Programmer. Students can range from 4 years old to adult.

For more information view the job description: here




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Agenda for Aug 5 Shoreline Council Meeting

Photo by Steven H. Robinson
The Monday August 5, 2019 Shoreline City Council Meeting includes one Action Item and one Study Item.

Action Item 8a - Appointment of Pro and Con Committee Members for City of Shoreline Proposition 1: General Obligation Bonds for Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Improvements


Study Item 9a - Discussing Resolution No. 441: Approving the Shoreline Place Development Agreement Between the City of Shoreline and Merlone Geier Partners

Merlone Geier Partners (MGP) proposes to enter into a Development Agreement to create a 17.3-acre mixed use center roughly in the middle of the entire 70-acre Aurora Square site, an area now referred to as Shoreline Place, for people to live, shop, and gather.

The proposed redevelopment is an urban designed setting that creates a pedestrian-centered experience that includes residential units with new mixed-use and integrated retail, under-building parking, private and public space, and easier connections between the variety of uses and users. 

Council is scheduled to discuss the proposed Development Agreement as recommended by the Planning Commission, which would be approved by the adoption of proposed Resolution No. 441. 

The City Council is scheduled to consider approval of proposed Resolution No. 441 on September 9, 2019.

--Pam Cross



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Letter to the Editor: Elect Doris McConnell for a fourth term on the City Council

To the Editor:

Doris McConnell has served our community with dedication and a work ethic that few people could ever hope to match. Her leadership on the City Council is just what we need to guide our city into the next decade as Shoreline continues to grow. Deputy Mayor McConnell has been a champion for our community by advocating for “smart growth,” saving our greenspaces and the Shoreline we know and love.

I know that we can trust her. Her record speaks for itself, and as someone who truly cares about Shoreline. She asks the right questions, and I’ve personally seen her dedication to her constituents. She raised her family here and her roots in this community drove her into a career of successful public service that has lasted for over three decades, including three terms on the Council. If we want a Shoreline that our children and grandchildren can appreciate in the same way we do, we need to elect Doris McConnell for a fourth term on the City Council. I have known Doris for over twenty years, and am proud to support her.

Krista Tenney
Shoreline



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School offices reopen on August 12, Parkwood and North City offices temporarily relocated

Parkwood Elementary still under construction
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
All Shoreline school offices will reopen to the public on Monday, August 12, however the Parkwood and North City offices will be temporarily relocated while construction projects wrap up at their schools.

The North City Kindergarten Program office will be located in Room J-606 at the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE. Room J-606 is located in the wing directly east of the Shoreline Center main entrance and lobby.

The Parkwood Elementary office will be located in Room 317 at the Edwin Pratt Early Learning Center, 1900 N 170th St. Room 317 is located down the first hallway on the right from the main entrance.

When dates are determined for when the Parkwood and North City offices will reopen at their schools, families will be notified and the information will be posted online.

If you have any questions, contact the Public Information Office at public.info@shorelineschools.org 206-393-4412.



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SCC Drama Club presents the classical farce Tartuffe


This modern take on the classic farce written by Molière in the 1600s will shed light on how topics like gender, religion and social status may have changed (or not).

When the father of the house is fooled by a religious fraud, the family must come together to stop him. As the third production put on by the Shoreline Theatrical Society (SCC Drama Club), this show is proving to be the biggest yet!

The Drama Club is a student run organization. The productions are free but donations are very welcome.

August 9, 10, 16, 17 at 7:30pm and August 11 and 18 at 3pm. Shoreline Community College Theater, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133. No charge for parking on after 4pm or on weekends.



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Vandalism in Horizon View Park

New tennis net was cut by vandals
Photo courtesy LFP Police
The new net installed at the Horizon View Park Tennis Court was recently vandalized. The net was cut.

If you see any suspicious behavior, please call 911. 

If you have any information on this damage, please call the Lake Forest Park police department at 206-364-8216.



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Joint board meeting of fire commissioners from Shoreline, Northshore, Woodinville to discuss regionalization

Three local fire departments are in discussions about combining the three departments.

Shoreline, Northshore, and Woodinville are continuing talks started in earnest last year. The proposed region would stretch from Shoreline, through Lake Forest Park and Kenmore, and extend past Woodinville to Cottage Lake, creating a district approximately 20 miles across.

Shoreline Fire serves the City of Shoreline

Northshore Fire serves the Cities of Kenmore and Lake Forest Park

Woodinville Fire and Rescue serves an area of approximately 30 square miles and a population of 36,000. This area is covered by three fire stations. There are 54 uniformed career firefighters and 10 civilian administrative personnel.

Fire departments are independent taxing districts. They are not part of any city government.



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