Overnight I-5 rolling slowdowns again next week

Thursday, September 12, 2019

The wires are being raised over the freeway
Photo courtesy Seattle City Light
If you're commuting overnight next week, plan for delays on both directions of I-5 between Lynnwood and Seattle. 

Seattle City Light and Sound Transit crews will continue relocating power lines in support of the Lynnwood Link Extension. 

Crews will conduct rolling slowdowns on both directions of I-5 — northbound between NE 70th St and NE 167th St and southbound between 44th Ave W and NE 167th St — from 11:59pm to 4am nightly on Monday and Tuesday next week.

Drivers should expect delays and brief traffic holds on ramps as Washington State troopers lead vehicles through the work zone. Watch your speed in the area!



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Shoreline Fire and Medic calls during August 2019

Photo by Wayne Pridemore
Here are the stats for Shoreline Fire and Medic calls for August 2019

  • Aid - 284
  • Aid Non Emergency - 64
  • Motor Vehicle Collision Aid (MVA) - 24
  • MVA Medic - 4 
    • +2 w/ M142 and M157 in Bothell, Kirkland, Northshore and Woodinville
  • MVA Rescue - 3 w/M142
  • Medic - 166 
    • +179 w/ M142 and M157 in Bothell, Kirkland, Northshore and Woodinville
  • Cardiac Arrest - 13 
    • +3 /M142 and M157 in Bothell, Kirkland, Northshore and Woodinville
  • Automatic Fire Alarm (AFA) - 45
  • Appliance Fire - 2
  • Bark Fire - 2
  • Brush Fire - 2
  • Dumpster Fire - 1
  • Flooding Minor - 4
  • Haz - 2 CO alarms, 2 odd smell
  • Haz Aid - 2
  • Natural Gas in the Area - 1
  • Natural Gas in Commercial - 1
  • Natural Gas in a Residence - 1
  • Smoke/Burn Complaint - 8
  • Smoke Residential - 3
  • Smoke Smell/Haze in the Area - 4
  • Service Call - 11


    • 1 welfare check, 
    • 1 child locked in bathroom, 
    • 1 wheelchair crashed in bushes, 
    • 1 mobile chair not working, 
    • assist PD for suicidal subject, 
    • 3 stuck elevator, 
    • 2 assist PD w/blood draw, 
    • 1 faulty smoke alarm
  • Structure Fire Multi Family - 1 (+2 w/M142 and M157)
  • Structure Fire Residential - 2 (+1 w/M157)
  • Structure Fire Unconfirmed - 1
  • Vehicle Fire - 3



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Collision on northbound ramp to I-5 at SR 104

WSDOT reports:

On the I-5 northbound on-ramp from SR 104 (MP 178) there is a collision partially blocking the ramp.

Medical Aid, Fire Assistance, and the State Patrol have arrived on the scene.

Last Updated: 9/12/2019 9:53 PM
At milepost 178

This is the ramp from Ballinger Way.

None of the traffic cameras cover the ramps.


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Flags at half-staff Saturday for Sgt. Dustin Ard

Governor Inslee is deeply saddened by the death of Sergeant First Class Dustin B. Ard, 31, and directs that Washington State and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff in his memory on Saturday, September 14, 2019. 

Sgt. 1st Class Ard died from wounds sustained during combat operations in Afghanistan on August 29, 2019.

The Governor’s Office has no objection to agencies lowering the flags at the close of business on Friday, September 13, 2019. Flags should remain at half-staff until close of business or sunset on Saturday, September 14, or first thing Monday morning, September 16.

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

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 14, at 3:00pm, at the Mountain View Funeral Home, 4100 Steilacoom Blvd. SW, Lakewood, Washington.

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




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Shoreline Council candidate David Chen resigns from his position at CRISTA over their stand on same-sex relationships

David Chen is a candidate for
Shoreline City Council Pos 4
In light of a letter disavowing same-sex relationships sent to staff and families of students at King’s High School in Shoreline from parent organization CRISTA Ministries, David Chen resigned from his position as CRISTA’s General Counsel and released the following statement: 

“Every person — regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, and religion — deserves equal rights and to be treated with dignity and respect. The letter sent by my former employer in July detailing their anti-LGBTQ+ beliefs made working for them untenable. The positions reflected in CRISTA’s letter are wrong. This kind of discrimination by an organization that is supposed to support and educate students is completely unacceptable.
“As the father of three young children I’m proud to stand up for what I believe in and lead by example. On City Council, I will listen to and uplift the voices of underrepresented communities as I have through my work with the Dale Turner YMCA, Sounders RAVE Foundation, and Vision House. I stand with Shoreline’s LGBTQ+ students, teachers, and families.”

David Chen is a candidate for Shoreline City Council Position 4.

Learn more at www.ElectDavidChen.com.


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Photo: Squad

Photo by Gloria Z Nagler


They even swim in formation!

Canadian Geese

GZN

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Agenda for Shoreline City Council Sept 16, 2019

The Regular Shoreline Council Meeting on 09/16/2019 includes one Action Item:

8(a) Public Hearing and Discussion of Ordinance No. 865: Amending the City of Shoreline Commute Trip Reduction Plan

In 2006, the Washington State Legislature passed the Commute Trip Reduction (CTR) Efficiency Act updating the 1991 Commute Trip Reduction Law, which requires local governments in those counties experiencing the greatest automobile-related air pollution and traffic congestion to develop and implement plans to reduce single-occupant vehicle trips. 

Shoreline adopted a CTR Plan in 2008 which must be updated at least once every four years per state law. The current Plan has an effective period through the 2015-2019 cycle. 

Staff would like to utilize the state CTR Board exemption by extending the City’s current CTR Plan for the 2019-2023 cycle without any additional updates, allowing a thorough review of the plan’s targets and program strategies over the next few years as staff updates theTransportation Master Plan.

There is also one Study Item:

9(a) Discussing Ordinance No. 868 – Establishing a Citywide Moratorium on the Filing, Acceptance, Processing, and/or Approval of Applications for Master Plan Development Permits and Applications for Essential Public Facility Special Use Permits

Staff is still finalizing the final staff report for discussion of this item. We will provide those details when available.

--Pam Cross



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Live and Local for Saturday, Sept 14

There's a lot of live and local music to choose from each weekend. Most venues have food, some have dancing. Most have a cover charge and require reservations.

All have great local bands and entertainment!

This Saturday, September 14, 2019 here's what's happening



Ranger and the Re-Arrangers
at Third Place Commons
THIRD PLACE COMMONS

Ranger and the Re-Arrangers -  FREE and family friendly. 7:30 - 9:30pm

Third Place Commons Town Center, intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Way NE in Lake Forest Park.

A violin-led acoustic jazz combo featuring upbeat, high-energy swinging strings! Seattle Gypsy jazz band Ranger and the “Re-Arrangers” evoke the spirit of a Paris cafe and the raucous energy of a Gypsy campsite with their version of Gypsy jazz.  

“At the heart of their sound is Ranger Sciacca's sweet violin playing… his sense of melody and daring improvisations” (World Rhythm). 

The band’s repertoire includes swing standards, traditional Gypsy melodies, the music of Django Reinhardt, and Ranger's unique originals.



Lee Oskar and friends at the
North City Bistro and Wine Shop

NORTH CITY BISTRO and WINE SHOP

Lee Oskar and Friends - $25 Cover - 8pm - 10:30pm

North City Bistro and Wine Shop, 1520 NE 177th St, Shoreline 98155,

Call 206-365-4447 or go to website and fill out the simple reservation request form in order to secure seats for the show. Then buy your tickets here.

Lee Oskar is an internationally acclaimed harmonica virtuoso, composer, producer, and lifelong musical explorer. He is renowned for his iconic role as a founding member and lead harmonica player of the pioneering funk/jazz band that composed and recorded such hits as Low Rider, Spill the Wine, Cisco Kid, The World is a Ghetto, Slippin' into Darkness, Why Can't Be Friends, and many more chart-topping songs from 1969-1993. 

Since then, Oskar and his original band mates from that era perform as the LowRider Band. Oskar also performs around the world with outstanding musicians from the Pacific Northwest, known as Lee Oskar and Friends, featuring his own new arrangements, innovative compositions and well-loved hit songs.


Big Dog Revue at the Aurora Borealis
AURORA BOREALIS
Big Dog Revue - $10 cover - 9 - 11:30pm - Tickets - 21+

The Aurora Borealis 16708 Aurora Ave N, 206-629-5744.

All members of BIG DOG REVUE are Seattle area natives and have performed in several groups, including: Dix Delux, Sparky and the Starfires, Merrilee and the Turnabouts, Page Boys, Barney Armstrong Revue, Jerry Andel, Charlie and The Tunas, Glen Campbell, Tommy James and Shondells.

Their “kick-butt”, get down and dance music spans three decades including hits by established artists like Van Morrison, Earth, Wind and Fire, Delbert McClinton, Tower Of Power, Wilson Pickett, James Brown, Otis Redding, Rick James, Ray Charles, Sam and Dave, Isley Brothers, Al Green, Eric Clapton, Temptations, Hall and Oates, and more!


DARRELL'S TAVERN

9pm - 1am - $8 cover - 21+


Darrell's Tavern 18041 Aurora Ave N. 206-542-6688.

Heavy rock metal and punk bands at Shoreline's own Dive Bar. Live music, vintage decor, pizza, tacos, hotdogs, and free pool.


The Deliverables
LAKE TRAIL TAPROOM

The Deliverables 7 - 10pm - FREE

7324 NE 175th St Ste F, Kenmore 98028

Live music performance by local Seattle band The Deliverables.

The Deliverables is a group of five talented and experienced ​rock ​musicians. We play a mix of cover songs from yesterday’s and today's pop rock hits.

Free for all to attend, kids and dogs welcome.



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Work party at Grace Cole Nature Park Sept 21

There will be a work party at the Grace Cole Nature Park on Saturday, Sept 21, 2019 from 9am to noon. 16735 30th Ave NE, Lake Forest Park.

Work will begin on a new storage shed for which Dunn Lumber donated building materials. 

Marty Josund will be in charge of construction. Some help may be needed for that project, as supplies, brought by Marty, must be hauled to the building site, and he may need other help, as well.

In addition, there will be work on Ivy and Blackberries, and, possibly hauling them out to the road to be picked up by Public Works. 

Some tools may be available, but you are advised to bring shovels for digging roots and loppers or pruning shears. 

Dress for the weather. We generally only cancel work parties if there are high winds or torrential rains. Don't forget gloves!

Jean Robbins will supervise the work party.

There will be snacks. Be sure to bring a water bottle.
The park has benefited greatly from all you loyal volunteers. Thank you for donating your time, when you can. It is work which is very much appreciated by all who use and enjoy the park.

Call Mamie if you have questions, 206-364-4410.



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46th District Democrats general meeting Sept 18

46th District Democrats General Meeting Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at 7:00pm

Environmental Caucus meets at 5:30pm - same location.

We will have social hour for meeting, greeting and eating starting at 6:30pm, and the meeting will start at 7:00pm Pacific time. We will be gathering at the Elliott Bay Brewery, in the downstairs Cascade meeting room. (location details below)

Meeting Location: Elliott Bay Brewery, 12537 Lake City Way NE, Seattle 98125

Several transit routes serve the intersection of 125th and Lake City Way. There is space to secure bikes and a large parking lot behind the building, with the entrance off of 30th Ave, across from Bill Pierre Licensing. Fully ADA Accessible, no step entrances, and please ask the staff for access to the elevator.

We will have our popular Dinner before the Meeting buffet available for $10 for those who wish to participate, with a $3 option for anyone who just wants non-alcoholic beverages. Beer, ale, cider, and wine are available for purchase on site. Dinner buffet starts at 6:30pm during the social hour.


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Edmonds Chamber of Commerce car show



Text by Larry Vogel, MyEdmondsNews.com
Photos by Lee Lageschulte


Sponsored by the Edmonds Chamber of Commerce, the show — now in its 19th year — never fails to draw a crowd.



And this year’s threat of additional rain didn’t dampen spirits one bit, as attendees shimmied and swayed to Elvis impersonator extraordinaire Danny Vernon, rocked to the soundtrack of vintage 20th century hits piped into an array of speakers placed throughout the venue, and (of course) ogled scores of awesome automobiles.



In another car show tradition, North Sound Church volunteers were on hand providing free pancake breakfasts to all comers.



“We’ve been doing this as long as the car show has been running,” said North Sound Pastor Barry Crane. 



“We don’t formally keep track of how many we serve, but we’ve been going through about 2,000 paper plates each year. We were a little concerned that the threat of rain might keep folks away from the car show this year, but as far as I can tell the crowd is as big as ever.”



The next car show will be Sunday, September 3, 2020. 

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Jennifer Monteleone named District Director of North Puget Puget District for LCS Northwest

Jennifer Monteleone at
Lutheran Community Services
Jennifer Monteleone has joined Lutheran Community Services Northwest as their new District Director for North Puget Sound (NPS). She will lead the human services agency’s programming, planning, funding and community partnership development work in King and Snohomish Counties.

Monteleone brings 25 years of experience working with nonprofit organizations, small businesses and corporations to LCS Northwest. Most recently, she served as the Director of Public Affairs and Community Relations for the Washington Poison Center, where she was responsible for statewide strategic planning, fund development, government affairs, board development and organizational strategy.

“I have a passion for working in health and human services,” Monteleone said. “I believe that the power of our communities will be an asset in my new role.”

Monteleone will lead nearly 100 staff housed at five locations in King and Snohomish Counties. NPS is as diverse as the communities it serves. The work includes three Community Resource Centers in Snohomish County and SeaTac, housing navigation assistance for homeless individuals in Snohomish County, foster care services for refugee youth, and counseling and support services for refugees and asylum seekers in King County.

“For nearly 100 years, Lutheran Community Services Northwest has been pioneering health and human services that support the needs of our most vulnerable neighbors,” Monteleone said. “I’m honored to be joining such an amazing organization.”

A Gonzaga University graduate, Monteleone has a degree in public relations.



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For the Birds: Ravens in Shoreline?

Ravens can be twice as big as crows
with very large beaks.
Stock photo
By Christine Southwick

Have you been hearing a deeper sounding croaking in your neighborhood?

You too could be hearing and seeing Common Ravens! 

Ravens often pass through the Shoreline area during winter months, usually from about November off and on thru March, but I have not heard/seen a pair this early in the year, nor for over three continuous weeks. 

Maybe they have found somewhere to stay here. Wouldn’t that be great!

Ravens look a lot like our American Crows, but they can be twice as large as local crows.

Here are a couple of ways to tell the difference:

Their voice is one of the best clues — their call is a hoarse crooaaak. They also make a deep wonk-wonk croaking.

When flying, Raven tails are long and wedge-shaped versus crows that have tails that appear to end with a straight edge across when they fly. 

Raven wings are longer than crows and the “fingers” on the ends of their wings are more obvious. Plus, Ravens tend to soar and glide, unlike crows that have mostly constant wing strokes.

Ravens have a large bill with a bump near the end, and shaggy feathers on their throat, and they are more massive than any other corvid, sometimes weighing more than four times that of a crow in this area.

Wedge shaped tail and
"fingers" on wings
identify ravens
Stock photo
Plus, ravens fly by themselves, or with their partner. The only time you will see more than two is on a carcass or landfill.

Ravens build their nests for 3-7 young in cliffs, tall trees or even power-line towers and bridges. In tall trees they wedge their nest in a strong crotch, using the three-foot branches the male brings. The female then weaves a basket-like inner nest for her eggs.

Ravens are one of the smartest birds, easily able to solve complicated problems while often inventing tools to do so. They will often help other ravens solve a hard problem.

These birds are human tolerant, and often follow hunters to find left-overs of a kill. Ravens have long been featured in myths around the world. First Nation peoples call the Raven a creator and a trickster.

Personally, I think that any time I see or hear a raven I am having a really great day.



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Friday Full Moon Dance


Moon Celebration BALANCED with Sun Energy
as we approach the 
Autumn Equinox


These are simple circle movements to live music, inspired by wisdom traditions from around the globe. Each Dance is taught, no need to bring a partner, no experience necessary. Come as you are or dress elegantly. Comfortable shoes or bare feet recommended.

Shoreline Peace Dance
Friday, September 13, 2019, 7:30-9:30pm
and every 2nd Friday
~
NAMASTE YOGA STUDIO
The Evergreen Building
18021 15th Ave NE, Suite 101
Shoreline, WA 98155
Ample Parking
ADA accessible
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Suggested donation $5-15. You are welcome regardless of funds.
Got Questions? ...Ginger Hayra, 206 546-6092


Namaste Yoga Studio is a beautiful and inspiring place to meet! Namaste Yoga Studio



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Last chance to order a veteran's brick in 2019

Bricks are engraved and installed at the
Shoreline Veterans Recognition Plaza
at Shoreline City Hall
The last order of commemorative bricks for the Shoreline Veterans Recognition Plaza will be sent in for engraving on Friday, September 20, 2019.

The veteran to be honored can be from any branch of the service and from any era. You do not even have to be related to the veteran.

The nearly 500 bricks that are already in place at the Shoreline Veterans Recognition Plaza by Shoreline City Hall are a permanent reminder of our Friends and Relatives who have served in the Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, or Merchant Marines to preserve our hard earned and fought for Freedoms.

Photo by Jerry Pickard

Applications for bricks ($100) are available by calling 206-546-2894 or by picking them up at Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N.

This project is sponsored by the Shoreline Veterans Association and Shoreline American Legion Post 227. 

The funds are used for the cost of the brick, engraving, and installation at the Plaza. Any surplus goes to a fund for flag replacement.

Payment by cash, check, or money order with application form will secure your Veteran's place in the memorial. Payment must be made to: The American Legion Post #227, PO Box 55193, Shoreline, WA 98155.



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Notes from Shoreline City Council meeting Sept 9, 2019

Shoreline City Hall and Council Chamber
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
Shoreline City Council Meeting 
September 9, 2019
Notes by Pam Cross


Mayor Hall called the meeting to order at 7:00pm

All councilmembers were present.

Report of the City Manager Debbie Tarry

Sept 13 - 22 Welcoming Week, Building a Community of Neighbors, begins with a racial history display in the City Hall lobby on Monday Sept 16. This display details the policies and practices that have impacted Shoreline’s racial history and will be available Sept 16 - 20 during business hours. There will be a number of other events throughout the week.

Sept 14 is the first Tween Night of the year. Hours are 6:30 to 10:30pm at the Richmond Highlands Rec and is open for free to kids from grades 5 and 6. Parents must check kids in and out at the door. More information available online.

Park volunteer work parties are Saturdays and Sunday in September. This month work parties will be held at Brugger’s Bog, Twin Ponds, and Hamlin parks. Additional details including times and meeting locations available online.

Public Reminders

The PRCS/Tree Board will hold a retreat on Saturday Sept 14th from 8:30 to 1:00pm in the Council Chamber.

Council Reports 

Councilmember McGlashan and Deputy Mayor McConnell attended the SeaShore transportation forum meeting and heard a presentation on the 5-year capital improvement plan. There’s a surprising amount of work that goes on to support the maritime activity. Pier 5 in West Seattle is being prepped for deep berth ships. Pier 46 near the Colman ferry dock will be divided into a cruise ship terminal and small ship terminal for non-international cargo ships.

The Sound Transit Executive Board has approved $3.7M to the ST board for the preliminary design of our 148th pedestrian bridge.

Councilmember Scully went to the Continuum of Care Board (formerly All Home) meeting (homelessness). The Regional Action Plan has now been released. Right now it is just Seattle and King County but going forward, it creates a new executive board with the intent of bringing order out of the chaos of existing services. They voted on the list of priority projects for Federal funding. There is about $47M of federal funding that is available for local programs that provide homelessness relief efforts. One of the responsibilities of the board is to submit a ranked list of the order in which we think projects should be funded to the Federal Government.

It is still heavily oriented to programs that serve Downtown Seattle. One of his goals is to see that we get regional federal funding for across the county not just Seattle’s Pioneer Square District.

He is pleased that at least one Shoreline project is Tier 1 priority (will be funded). There are a fair amount of non-Seattle projects also in Tier 1. But it is still heavily weighted towards Seattle, and he wants to make sure that isn’t the tradition going forward.

Shoreline wants to continue to provide local programs in conjunction with our non-profit partners and also in conjunction with all the other government agencies in a way that will make sure that all services are located throughout the region.

It is being funded by Seattle and King County. Suburban cities are not being asked to contribute at this point. We don’t want to pay in because we already pay King County taxes.

Councilmember Roberts attended the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) legislative committee meeting. They are planning to forward to the DC board several priorities, including support for our Comprehensive City Transportation Bill, supporting efforts to fully fund the public works trust fund, supporting the creation of tax increment financing option for cities, preservation of city fiscal health, and support funding for medication assisted treatment services in city and regional jails. Also included are support for new resources and policies for increasing affordable housing, and funding for watershed based approaches addressing fish blocking culverts.

Changes that were considered but not included were support of just-cause eviction and changes to the landlord and tenant act.

Mayor Hall took the time to thank all Councilmembers for spending time on these committees and working for the Shoreline Community beyond just attending Council meetings.

The Mayor and Councilmember Roberts attended the groundbreaking for the new ST Lynnwood Link.

Today was the second to last meeting of the Orca Task Force trying to help save the whales and salmon in Puget Sound. Habitat loss and conversion of forests and shoreline armoring (bulkheads) are still a significant issues that are continuing to damage Puget Sound. Compared to several jurisdictions we’re seeing Shoreline City projects are actually improving stormwater and improving habitat.

Public Comment

Pat Anunsen is concerned because the Court of Appeals ruled that Ronald Wastewater has no “right” to service customers in the Point Wells area. Ronald WW has requested a Supreme Court review and Anunsen has several questions for Council.

Robert Doran, from ROIC San Diego, reiterated that as respects #441 (Action item 8b), it is ROIC’s position that approving the Agreement would be premature. ROIC is working with Merlone Geier to resolve their concerns. Although progress has been made. there are still numerous issues to be settled before the Agreement is solidified.

Gail Steele spoke of concerns about AirBNB locations. For safety, neighbors need to know who lives in the neighborhood so Neighborhood Watch knows who belongs. Currently Shoreline has no codes for AirBNB - room rental codes apply. Seattle has codes and regulations specifically for AirBNB. Shoreline needs to establish a means to identify a property as an AirBNB as well as establish taxes, rules and regulations.

Ginny Scantlebury spoke about homelessness. The current failure of government to solve homelessness is why she doesn’t think we need to add yet another layer of government. The regional approach is costly, there are only one or two out of seven members of the steering committee to represent the 38 suburban cities that could potentially belong to this. Other Washington cities have done good work without adding more money. Housing is not the answer. Need help for drug and mental issues.

George Whiteside was unsure if this was the correct venue for his concerns. His children attend Cascade K-8 Community School that is in its 4th year of construction. Kids are actually in a construction zone. Drilling is taking place a floor above the kids' heads and metal shards are falling onto desks. He wants something to be done.

Councilmembers felt he was at wrong meeting because schools are a separate jurisdiction. He should speak at a School District meeting but he left before they could mention it to him. He will be contacted with this information. However, Councilmembers acknowledged that the City does the permitting and has a responsibility to all residents.

(for the complete comments, view the video of the Council meeting online)

The agenda was approved unanimously.

The Consent Calendar was adopted, without discussion, unanimously.

Action Items

8(a) Public Hearing and Discussion of the 2020 Community Development Block Grant Funding Plan

Mayor Hall opened the Public Hearing.

Staff report by Bethany Wolbrecht-Dunn, Grants Administrator

The City financially supports Human Services delivery by non-profit agencies using General Fund and Community Development Block Grant Funding (CDBG funds). Each year, the Council must hold a public hearing on the proposed use of CDBG funds and act to adopt an allocation plan. For 2020, $322,565 CDBG funds is estimated. The Interlocal Agreement with King County for administration of our grants calls for major housing repair (0% loans for roofing and other projects that keep people in their homes), a housing stability project for renters, and capital projects for planning and administration. This provides continued support to the Sound Generations Minor Home Repair Program and support of a housing preservation project at King County Housing Authority’s Westminster Manor (upgrading electrical).

No pubic comment.

Hearing is closed.

Discussion

What amounts are involved in the Major Home Repair and Housing Stability Major home repair? The maximum loan is $25,000 for a 4-6 year term. When the house is sold, the money comes back to the City to replenish the fund. This takes an average of 5 years.

Housing stability loans are much smaller amounts, for example a few hundred dollars used for paying a utility bill. The total for Shoreline is about $16,000.

Is there a backlog of requests we cannot fulfill? Yes, for Housing Stability there is always a backlog.

This will come back before Council on September 23rd.

8(b) Adoption of Resolution No. 441: Approving the Shoreline Place Development Agreement Between the City of Shoreline and Merlone Geier Partners

Rachael Markle, Planning and Community Development Director provided the staff report.

Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 441 with the Planning Commission’s recommended development agreement and modifications. Adoption of Resolution No. 441, as proposed, will authorize the City Manager to execute the modified Shoreline Place Development Agreement with Merlone Geier Partners.

A quick review of the key components of the Agreement followed. During the August 5th Council meeting, members of the City Council articulated potential changes to the proposed Development Agreement. Staff and the applicant subsequently met and negotiated additional changes to the Planning Commission’s recommended Development Agreement.

Motion and Second to adopt Resolution No 441 with the Planning Commission’s recommended development Agreement and modifications.

Discussion

What are the remaining unresolved issues mentioned during public comment?

Jamas Gwilliam, Vice President of Development, Merlone Geier Partners replied:

Two items still waiting for additional information. Merlone Geier and staff agree that issues have been addressed that are in the Development Agreement but other issues are private property decisions that don’t belong in the Agreement. The actual items are primarily site issues more related to CCNRS "covenants, conditions, and restrictions.” These are confidential issues and not applicable in this regard.

The major amendment process is unclear (adding parcels is a major amendment). Margaret King, Shoreline City Attorney, says it is clarifying you don’t have to start at zero. A major amendment opens the Agreement up again, but it is an application for an amendment - not for a new Development Agreement. The amendment will be considered as additive to what has already been negotiated in the previous Agreement. Making additional parcels a major amendment lets further Councils have a say in how this project develops over time.

The amount of retail space is expressed on today’s slide as a percentage instead of square feet. Does this change anything? No, it doesn’t change the number of retail square feet that is in the Agreement itself. This slide is not part of the Agreement.

Articulation features (Building articulation refers to the many street frontage design elements, both horizontal and vertical, that help create a streetscape of interest), seem to have changed from 35’ to 80’, but then later it repeats 35’. Both numbers should be the same. Need to strike 35’ and insert 80’.

City codes may need changes to eliminate some of the changes requested by Council.The project already met the minimums required by code. If those are not satisfactory, we need to increase those code requirements.

It’s regrettable that impact fees are being negotiated on such a large project because they could do a lot of good for the community. We are giving up $1.4M in park impact fees, for example. The cumulative credit column for the impact fees needs to be updated.

Major residential projects will have a huge impact on our schools. Perhaps that should be addressed in future Development Agreements.

The School District has an avenue to address increased number of new students because the State pays on a per student basis. The School District can put forward a capital building project as well as propose that we charge school impact fees. So it doesn’t need to be in this Agreement.

This Agreement might not be perfect and it might be incomplete, but it’s time to move forward instead of trying to get to a perfect Agreement. This is just part of the ongoing process and staff will be involved at every step forward. There are multiple permit applications to follow. 

Motion and second to modify the amendment per the planning commission recommendations passes unanimously.

Motion and second to correct impact fees table cumulative column passes unanimously.

Motion and second to correct final document to strike 35’ and insert 80’ passes unanimously.

The Mayor, Deputy Mayor and all Councilmembers individually thanked all parties for the hard work that went into this project.

Motion and Second to Adoption of Resolution No 441 as amended passes unanimously.

This whole process has been too labor intensive, so by addressing changes in the code this onerous process can be eliminated. Developers of future projects will know what is expected of them, and we will eliminate the need for a Development Agreement for every future project.

Meeting adjourned at 8:20pm



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Flags at half-staff for Patriot Day - anniversary of 9/11 attack

Wednesday, September 11, 2019


Flag Lowering - 9/11/19 (Patriot Day)

Governor Inslee hereby directs that Washington State and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff on Wednesday, September 11, 2019, for national Patriot Day, the annual memorial to the victims of the 2001 tragedy.

Flags should remain at half-staff until close of business or sunset on September 11, 2019.

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

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



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Lightning was too close for comfort for one Shoreline family


By Diane Hettrick

The lightning storm was a little too close for comfort for Shoreline resident Marilyn Lopez and her family.

The storm was passing over their home, located near N 185th and Fremont. Their chihuahua was shaking and trembling under the bed.

All at once there was a huge bang. Paintings fell from the walls. Spray cans and hair products fell from the bathroom shelf all over the floor.

Marilyn saw a spark in her room and felt it in her hands.

The next morning they saw where the strike had hit their large evergreen, traveling from the top to the roots, lifting them from the dirt.

The family is fine and the chihuahua came out from under the bed after a couple of hours.

WeatherWatcher Carl Dinse, in his coverage of the storm, (see article) reported there were 7-8 lightning strikes per minute - 224 of those strikes in King County. The Lopez family can account for one of them.

9-11-19 Lightning


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Scene on the Sound: Another view of the Amsterdam

Holland America line cruise ship Amsterdam
Photo by Will Hall


Lien Titus was on the shore, taking a photo of the Holland America cruise ship Amsterdam crossing path with a Washington state ferry. (Ships that pass in the day)

Shoreline Mayor Will Hall was on the ferry, approaching Edmonds, when he took this photo from the other side.

Note there is no smoke from the Amsterdam stacks, even though the photos would have been taken just minutes apart.




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Kenmore wins VISION 2040 award from Puget Sound Regional Council for work to create city center

Councilmember Smith, Councilmember Curtis, Mayor Baker, Deputy Mayor Herbig,
PSRC Executive Director Brown, Councilmember Marshall, Councilmember Srebnik.


The City of Kenmore won a 2019 VISION 2040 Award from the Puget Sound Regional Council for its downtown creation project. The awards recognize innovative projects and programs that help ensure a sustainable future as the region grows.

"The Kenmore Downtown Creation Project is a successful strategic process to create a viable city center,” said Josh Brown, Executive Director of PSRC. "They drew significant private investment, created desirable housing, developed important community space and attracted destination businesses."

The award was presented to the Kenmore City Council at their meeting on September 9, 2019.

In the mid 2000’s, the City of Kenmore purchased nearly 10 acres of downtown property and worked to create a village consistent with the city’s visioning process and comprehensive planning. Through public private partnerships the site features mixed rate housing, medical and dental facilities, a town square, commercial buildings, restaurants and park space.

Kenmore’s downtown is now home to Kenmore Camera, the Seaplane Kitchen and Bar, the Flyway and the City’s very popular Hangar community building, a year-round public gathering place.

MainStreet Property Group, the primary developer for the site, has invested over $100 million in the property since 2014. 

“We’re very proud of our partnership with MainStreet,” said Mayor David Baker. “They share our values of creating a special downtown with great walk appeal, places to gather, housing choices, and local amenities and services.”

VISION 2040 is the region's growth management, economic, and transportation strategy, designed to meet the needs of the 5 million people expected to be living in the region in 2040. It is an integrated, long-range vision for the future that lays out a strategy for maintaining a healthy region - promoting the well-being of people and communities, economic vitality, and a healthy environment.

PSRC develops policies and coordinates decisions about regional growth, transportation and economic development planning within King, Pierce, Snohomish and Kitsap counties. The Council is composed of over 80 entities, including all four counties, cities and towns, ports, state and local transportation agencies and tribal governments within the region.



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Touring group from Scotland to play for a ceilidh dance in Lake City

Scottish trad music band Daimh
will play in Lake City


Incorporating bagpipes, fiddle, guitar, and accordion, plus soaring vocals on Scots Gaelic songs, they are un-challenged champions of straight in the eye Highland music.

Daimh have won Best Folk Band in Europe, and in a country that loves its trad music, Daimh won Best Scottish Traditional Act.

Scotland's Daimh go back to their roots and play for a ceilidh dance on Thursday, October 10, 2019 at 7pm at the Lake City Eagles, 8201 Lake City Way NE, Seattle.

There will be a caller, and dances will be easy enough for beginners. Local musicians will entertain in the break! Tickets $15 at the door, info and reservations at 206-861-4530.



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North City Tech: Microbiome 101: what you eat feeds trillions

North City Tech Meetup, Monday, September 16, 2019, 7pm to 9pm, Lake Forest Park Library, at the Lake Forest Town Center, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park. Free – Open to the public, no reservation required


William DePaolo, PhD. presents: 
 Microbiome 101: what you eat feeds trillions

The gut microbiome is believed to play an important role in human health. This means exploring host-microbiome interactions will be critical to enable new insights and treatments in human diseases. 

Dr. DePaolo will provide an overview of the latest scientific evidence related to gut microbiota, nutrition and probiotics and their importance to health across the lifespan. Particular focus will be on the interaction of diet and the gut microbiota; how probiotics influence the intestinal microbiome; and to determine how fermented foods, yogurt, etc., are important in human health.

William DePaolo

R. William DePaolo, PhD
Lynn and Michael Garvey Chair Gastroenterology
Associate Professor | Medicine
Director | CMiST (Center for Microbiome Sciences and Therapeutics)

William DePaolo is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Washington, recipient of the Garvey Endowed Chair in Gastroenterology, and Director of CMiST, Center for Microbiome Sciences and Therapeutics.

Will received his PhD from Northwestern University and trained at the University of Chicago. His research is multi-disciplinary, applying microbiology, mucosal immunology, cancer, and the microbiome to study complex human diseases (cancer, IBD, obesity).

He also advocates strongly for the dissemination of accurate and useful medical information to the public, through contributions to The Today Show, Oprah magazine, Huffington Post, and collaborations with artists and Buzzfeed Media.

DePaolo Lab is part of UW Medicine, located at the University of Washington Medical Center and is part of CMiST, the Center for Microbiome Sciences and Therapeutics in the Department of Medicine, Division Gastroenterology.

The North City Tech Meetup is a free meetup, usually the first Monday of each month at one of our local libraries: Lake Forest Park, Shoreline or Kenmore. People of all levels of interest and experience are encouraged to attend. There is always time for introductions and discussions.

The October meeting will feature UW Professor Alan Borning (retired) on the Surveillance Economy (where companies watch everything we say and do, and then turn that knowledge into profit).



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The Gallery at Town Center celebrates 10 years in Lake Forest Park with a party


The Gallery at Town Center celebrates 10 years in Lake Forest Park

Saturday, September 14 , 12-5pm

IT’S A PARTY! SEE LOCAL ART - MAKE ART - PRIZES - SNACKS- FUN

Come to our party and celebrate 10 years with us! The Gallery at Town Center in Lake Forest Park (LFP) opened in September 2009 and we are still going strong in 2019. We want to thank all of our many loyal customers who come to the shop to support us.

Please stop by on Saturday, September 14, 2019 between 12pm-5pm to see/purchase artwork, make a piece of art yourself, eat some snacks and have a chance to win prizes. Starting at 1pm In honor of our 10th anniversary we will be giving away a $10 gift card every hour between 1-4pm. Must be present to win.

Artist Elsa Bouman will be hosting a collage demonstration between 12-2pm. Learn the art of collage, how to start and finish “HALVZIES”, create visual stories and experiment with abstract design. Come and make some art! All materials provided. All ages welcome.

We’ll also be giving out “Make Art” stickers throughout the day! (While supplies last) 

The Gallery is a program of the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council, a not-for-profit organization and features rotating art exhibits, as well as jewelry, ceramics, glass and more by over 90+ local artists. 

The shop is located in the Lake Forest Park Town Center, 17171 Bothell Way NE, inside on the lower level, at the foot of the escalator.

The Arts Council has maintained an exhibit space/gallery since the organization started. The first location was in the Shoreline Historical Museum (before the Arts Council had its own space) which featured exhibits 4x/year. 

After the Arts Council established an office, wall exhibits were shown there. Ceramics, jewelry, etc. started being displayed on a small table in the office along with the wall art in the early 2000s. In 2009 the separate gallery location in LFP opened with 8 wall exhibits a year and a diverse selection of locally made wares.

The Gallery at Town Center is a program of the Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Arts Council and is located inside the Lake Forest Park Town Center on the lower level. 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155.

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to cultivate creativity and inspire our community through the arts.



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Project Update: Terrace Station in Mountlake Terrace

Terrace Station Bldg 1 in MLT
Photo by Mike Remarcke

The first building of the Terrace Station Transit Oriented Development in Mountlake Terrace topped out last week.

The building is close to NE 205th / Ballinger Way, next to the freeway, the MLT transit stop and to the home of the future light rail station, which will begin service in 2024.

Photo by Mike Remarcke

Standing six stories high, the 470,000 square foot mixed-use building is comprised of 258 residential units, two levels of underground parking, and 60,000 square feet of ground floor commercial space. 

The retail space is 100% pre-leased to 24 Hour Fitness and Lake Forest Park Montessori, both currently in the Ballinger neighborhood of Shoreline.

Photo courtesy Sierra Construction


The yet-to-be-named building is the first of a planned three phase development on the 14 acre site and is due for completion later next year.

The completed development will bring 600 residential units and 80,000 square feet of commercial space to Mountlake Terrace.

Sierra Construction is in charge of the project.



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Pub talk: Tragedy, Hope and Failure in Washington's Prison Reform

Dan Berger, UW Bothell Assoc. Prof.

Bothell Pub Night Talk at McMenamins: "Tragedy, Hope and Failure in Washington's Prison Reform" with Dan Berger, UW Bothell associate professor, School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences.

Historian Dan Berger explores the surprising and influential history of prison reform in Washington. Focusing on the 1970s and 1980s, Berger shows how the state moved from a leader in rehabilitation to a leader in punishment.

Pub Night Talks, a free monthly lecture series, is cosponsored by the University of Washington Bothell and McMenamins, featuring university and community experts. Topics have ranged from butterflies to black holes.

Tuesday, September 24, 2019, 7-8:30pm. Doors open at 6pm at Haynes’ Hall, McMenamins Anderson School, 18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell.

Free and open to the public. All ages welcome. Seating: first come, first served. Talk followed by Q/A.


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Pulling Back the Curtain on Equity in Shoreline Schools


Are you interested in the work the Shoreline Schools' Equity and Family Engagement Department has been engaged in over the past few years? Want to learn more about its plans for this year or have questions about race and equity?

Join us for one of three community presentations on Thursday, September 26 and Monday, September 30, 2019. 

Equity and Family Engagement Director Dr. Tanisha Brandon-Felder will present “Pulling Back the Curtain on Equity in Shoreline Schools” at 10am and 6pm on September 26 and 6pm on September 30 in the Mt. Rainier Room at the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, north end of the complex.

Each session is scheduled to last 90 minutes.

If you have any questions, contact Equity Specialist Kim Darcy at kim.darcy@shorelineschools.org.



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Scene on the Sound: Ships that pass in the day

Tuesday, September 10, 2019

Photo by Lien Titus


Lien Titus was at Kayu Kayu Ac Park when she captured this photo of the Holland America cruise ship Amsterdam apparently on a collision course with a Washington State passenger ferry.

They all knew what they were doing - so there was no collision.

Everyone on the move - going somewhere - for an hour trip or a fortnight.



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New math tutoring and learning center in Shoreline: Mathnasium to hold grand opening and ribbon cutting



On Saturday, September 14, 2019 from 2-5pm, Mathnasium of Shoreline will open its doors to all who want to see just how the Mathnasium Method™ works.

There will be games, door prizes, ice cream, and special Open House pricing for interested families. This will be a kid-friendly party, with games, door prizes, ice cream and so forth. A good time to come check out what we do here.

From 2pm to 5pm, the center will welcome currently enrolled families and families interested in learning more about how Mathnasium has cracked the code to teaching children math in a way that really makes sense.

“We’re excited about this opportunity to introduce ourselves to the Shoreline community and demonstrate to area residents how Mathnasium forges a positive attitude toward math among kids. 
"We’ve had enormous success in boosting students’ math skills and their understanding of mathematical concepts. Math can be intimidating to both students and parents, so we hope the open house will show how the Mathnasium Method™ makes it interesting and fun,” says Steve Ruiter, Center Director.

Mathnasium offers kids in kindergarten – 12th grade fun and effective after-school math programs. Its sole focus is math, and its unique method combines mental, verbal, visual, tactile, and written techniques to maximize success.

Programs are tailored to each child’s individual needs and are designed to make math make sense to each and every child, build confidence, and enable independent problem-solving.

Additionally, Mathnasium offers kids who are already good at math the chance to accelerate even further, challenging them to work their math muscles and become all-stars.

“We look forward to offering parents and students the chance to see how we function, meet our stellar instructors, learn about our curriculum, and observe firsthand some of the accomplishments we’re so proud of,” Steve Ruiter, Center Director, adds.

Students go to Mathnasium year-round to catch up, keep up, and get ahead in math. The proprietary Mathnasium Method™ is the result of 40+ years of hands-on instruction and research.

Mathnasium of Shoreline is holding a Ribbon Cutting on Friday, September 13, 2019 to celebrate its entry into Shoreline.

The Ribbon Cutting event is from noon-2pm on Friday September 13, with the actual ribbon cutting at 1pm. A light lunch will be served.

Mathnasium of Shoreline, 15909 Westminster Way, Shoreline, 206-268-0724, is located on the lower level of Shoreline Place in the corner at Aurora and NE 160th. They are in the same building where Goldfish Swim Academy will open, in a space formerly occupied by Aaron Brothers.



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Cocktails for a Cause: NUHSA



Celebrate the partnerships and collaborative spirit of North King County human service providers and supporters as we raise funds for the North Urban Human Services Alliance (NUHSA). 

Wednesday, September 25, 2019 from 6:30 - 9:30pm at the Lake Forest Park Civic Club, 17301 Beach Dr NE, Lake Forest Park 98155.

Tickets are $50 and will include bites from a local culinary vendor, pop-up craft and accessory shops, a signature cocktail and other drinks, music, and plenty of time to mingle and enjoy the lakeside view.

Thanks to Kind+Co. Events in choosing NUHSA as this year’s recipient for their Cocktails for a Cause annual event, 100% of all donations will benefit NUHSA! Come learn about what we do, meet our members and partners, shop for unique crafts and have a great time!

To purchase tickets, CLICK HERE. Can’t come, but still want to support the good work of NUHSA? DONATE HERE.

Shop, Sip, and Socialize!

While you nosh on delectable bites by Calypso Kitchen, browse the pop-up shops including:
  • designer Kate Mensah's beautiful handbags, influenced by African and Asian heritage, Parisian femme and the natural world;
  • wearable art in the unique handmade global jewelry and accessories by JJ Caprices; and
  • renowned fashion illustrator Drawing Blueberry.

Your ticket will include the opportunity to browse these pop-up shops while enjoying amazing appetizers, craft cocktails and a chance to connect with your community - all the while supporting NUHSA and the work we do to advocate for human services in North King County. Don't miss this fun event!

We look forward to seeing you on September 25th!

Questions? Contact staff@nuhsa.org


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