Councilmember Dembowski: Make sure your voter registration is up to date

Thursday, September 24, 2020


Tuesday was National Voter Registration Day. Take a few minutes to make sure your voter registration is up to date or register to vote if you have not already. If you have moved recently, you will likely need to update your registration. 

You have until October 26, 2020 to register online or by mail, in time to vote in the November 3, 2020 presidential election. To give yourself and our Elections team plenty of time to get you your ballot, I encourage you to check your registration or register to vote today. 

 If registering online is a challenge or you miss the deadline, Washington state allows voters to register in person at an election vote center until 8:00pm on Election Day.

We are fortunate that here in King County, we have had an accessible, safe, and secure vote by mail system in place for years. King County Elections is prepared and well positioned to conduct the November 3 election, where voter turnout is forecasted to be record-breaking.

As voters, it’s important we understand the role we play to help ensure a smooth and accurate election. Here are some voting tips from King County Elections Director Julie Wise:
  • One of the most important things voters can do is make a plan to vote. Take two minutes now to make sure your registration is up-to-date. Set an alarm for October 19 – this is when you should have received your ballot. If you haven’t go online or give us a call at (206) 296-VOTE to get a replacement.
  • You can track your ballot to make sure that your vote was counted. Use the My Voter Information tool on the King County Elections website. If there is an issue with your signature, you’ll be able to see it and correct it to ensure your vote is counted.
  • Vote early! This is what’s going to help us stay ahead of any USPS issues and post as many results as possible on Election Night.

As Director Wise advises, please vote early! I am a big fan of placing my ballot in a ballot drop box. In fact, in 2016 I partnered with Director Wise to expand access to ballot drop off locations, while ensuring geographic equity and convenience for voters. We now have over 70 ballot drop boxes in King County. About half of all ballots were returned to our drop boxes in the August 2020 primary election.

You can find a list of drop box locations here.



Local drop boxes at Lake Forest Park City Hall, Shoreline Library (in back), and in the rain garden corner of the 192nd Park n Ride on Aurora.



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Jobs: WSDOT Property and Acquisition Specialist (In-Training)

WSDOT
Property and Acquisition Specialist (In-Training)
Shoreline, WA. – Northwest Region

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is looking to hire a dedicated Real Estate professional to join the successful Property Acquisition and Relocation team at our Northwest Region Headquarters in Shoreline. 

As the Property and Acquisition Specialist (PAS), this position will assist in negotiating acquisitions needed for highway construction from commercial, residential, agricultural, and industrial parcels, supporting our federally mandated Fish Passage program. 

This position will act as the lead agency representative to property owners and the public, coordinating the flow of information and activities between owners and staff from other disciplines for each assignment. Property acquisition and relocation of displacees are among the final activities to be completed before a project can be advertised, therefore delays can significantly impact the project schedule. 

As the agency's public representative, this role will support the WSDOT mission by developing relationships and providing timely information to stakeholders. We are looking for someone who has an extensive background in real estate with an emphasis in eminent domain acquisition.

See link for more information, including details on how to apply: LINK



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Exotic flowers: Love Lies Bleeding

 

Amaranthus caudatus, also known as love-lies-bleeding. Thought to be from the American tropics.


Flowers grown by Diane Cerretti. Photos and occasional watering by Doug Cerretti.





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Brief power outages Wednesday during wind event

Seattle City Light has information on how to prepare for extended power outages here


Around 8pm people in Shoreline and Lake Forest Park were starting to comment on flickering lights. When your lights flicker, it usually means that someone has lost power downstream from you, so I checked the outage map.

The wind gusted to around 30mph and it was enough for a tree to take out power for almost 200 people in Lake Forest Park.

An equipment failure in Shoreline left a dozen without power near the 4-Corners business district on Richmond Beach Road.

The power was restored by 1am. Only a few north Seattle locations are out at 2am but it's still windy.




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Orb weaver web necklaces

Wednesday, September 23, 2020

Photo by Colleen Weum


I am so puzzled by the orb weavers this year. I received several photos like this recently. I have never seen an orb weaver create a necklace like this. Obviously there is web in the center because that's where the spider is sitting.

Maybe the webs have always looked like this - but what makes the outer area so distinct?

I really like orb weavers. They guard my front door every year and keep most of the little flying things out of my house. There are sometimes a couple of them and we often have to have discussions about where they can build and where they can anchor their webs.

[Yes, I talk to spiders. I also talk to inanimate objects. Get over it.]

This year there is a large one who anchored her web on the hand rail. I broke that strand and she wisely moved up and away but still near the door and the porch light. Yesterday, I realized that she was sharing or overlapping her web with a smaller orb weaver. And today there were three of them, working peacefully with small webs side by side.

I haven't seen a flying creature in a week.

I have to find the Spider Man and have him tell me what's happening.

--Diane



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Case updates September 21, 2020


Case updates September 21, 2020


United States
  • cases 6,825,697 - 39,345 cases since yesterday
  • deaths 199,462 - 438 deaths since yesterday

Washington state - *no death reports on weekends / holidays
  • cases 83,193 - 645 since last reports
  • hospitalizations 7,314 - 52 since last reports
  • deaths* 2,070 - 33 since last reports

Sorry - can't reach King county websites




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Lake Forest Park police report; 55th Ave NE; map of police activity year to date

From the City Administrator

There seems to be a recent uptick in crime along 55th Ave NE and the surrounding neighborhoods.

We have heard reports from citizens and the businesses that there is an increase in suspicious persons, vehicles, and activity.

On September 8, 2020 alone, there were several reported incidents, to include numerous vehicle prowls, mail theft, and a residential burglary.

In the residential burglary (which occurred in the 19200 blk of 53rd Ct NE), the suspect entered a vehicle and used a stolen garage door opener to access the house. Another incident in the 5400 blk of NE 197th Pl reported a similar MO, though the homeowner is unsure if entry was made to the house.

These reported incidents occurred overnight.


Police Activity From January 1, 2020 to September 16, 2020


It has been a busy (and different) year. We created a "heat map" of this time period to show the locations where officers had calls for service. Generally, the city is covered fairly evenly in calls for service, although the darker areas show increased calls.

The calls for service include all responses, including officer-initiated activity. Activity varies from traffic complaints, traffic stops, citizen contacts, to criminal activity.




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LFP City Council meeting Thursday


The agenda for the Lake Forest Park City Council meeting on Thursday, September 24, 2020, 7pm is now available on the City's website. 

City Hall is currently closed and this meeting will be held virtually, via Zoom. See page 2 of the agenda for instructions on how to participate.

The council will hear a presentation on the Town Center - Burke Gilman trail connector.

Agenda item:

Resolution 1780/Authorizing Mayor to Sign Amendment No. 1to the Professional Services Agreement with V+M Structural Design Extending the Contracted Time to Complete Phase 1: Type, Size and Location Study for the Town Center to Burke-Gilman Trail ConnectorProject



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Agenda for Shoreline council meeting Sept 28, 2020

By Pam Cross

The agenda for the September 28, 2020, 7pm Shoreline City Council meeting includes two study items:

8(a) Discussing Ordinance No. 894 - Granting a Non-Exclusive Franchise to Comcast to Construct, Maintain, Operate, Replace, and Repair a Cable System Over, Along, Under, and Through Designated Public Rights-of-way in the City of Shoreline.

Shoreline is currently served by two “land line” cable television providers, Comcast Cable and Ziply (formerly Frontier Cable). While Ziply only serves the northwestern portion of Shoreline, Comcast’s Service Area encompasses the entire City.


8(b) Discussion of Resolution No. 463 - Amending the Employee Handbook.


The numerous housekeeping, clarifications, and revisions can be viewed online at shorelinewa.gov


Information here about how to view the meeting and submit comments.




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Drive-in movie in Lake Forest Park will support relief efforts in Beirut


Carpool Cinema for Beirut Explosion - The Princess Bride 
Friday, September 25, 2020
6:00pm – 9:30pm PDT

Town Center at Lake Forest Park
17171 Bothell Way NE


Two Shorecrest students, deeply moved by the plight of the citizens of Beirut, Lebanon after the massive chemical explosion in their city, have created a local fundraiser to help.

Teja Raichur and Laila Rabaa, juniors at Shorecrest, have scheduled a drive-in screening of the popular movie The Princess Bride.

They are currently working with a non-profit organization called Preemptive Love. Preemptive Love works in various parts of the Middle East to provide food, shelter, education, medicare, and other emergency needs, particularly in places significantly affected by war. 

After the devastating explosion in Beirut, Preemptive Love responded immediately and is currently on-site providing food and shelter to thousands of blast victims.

With the help of generous sponsors and several individuals in our community, we are able to cover the costs of this event and donate all funds raised from the movie tickets directly to Preemptive Love to feed families in Beirut.

Your ticket secures your car a spot at the movie. The screening will begin around 7:15pm and you may come as early as 6:00pm. You only need to purchase one ticket per car!

Tickets here.

Please come out to have a fun night out with your friends and family and learn more about our cause!



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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: COVID TV




Previous cartoons by Whitney Potter HERE





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Senior Center Tele Café Wednesday: Let's talk dementia


Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at 2pm 

LET’S TALK DEMENTIA with Trevor Duncan, Psy.D., ABVE/D, IPEC, CDMS
Sage Assessment, Counseling, and Consulting, LLC 


What is dementia? Discuss and explore tips with Trevor Duncan on how to communicate and interact with a person who has been diagnosed with dementia. Trevor specializes in Neuropsychological & Psychological Evaluations, Forensic Vocational Expert, Vocational Evaluations.

Tele Café is a Zoom social hour, a chance to visit while staying home and staying safe. Grab a cup of coffee and pull up to chat with your friends from the Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Center

Meeting ID: 859 8484 8513
Password: senior2020

Check out what's coming the rest of September!

9/30 Ingredients for Longevity with Christy Goff, MS, RDN, CD
Dietitian for Living Well Alliance Team | Pacific Medical Centers




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ICHS Clinics receive 2020 Immunize Washington Awards

For the fifth consecutive year ICHS has been named a Gold Level Provider

International Community Health Services (ICHS) has been recognized for its success protecting children through vaccination.

All four of ICHS’s medical and dental clinics were honored with gold or silver level awards in the 2020 Immunize Washington Provider Recognition Program.

 

   ICHS Clinic

Child Immunization Rates

Teen Immunization Rates

Holly Park

86%

92%

Chinatown-International District

99%

93%

Shoreline

93%

82%

Bellevue

79%

N/A



“Immunizations provide a safe, proven defense to help parents make sure children grow up strong and healthy,” says Dr. Asqual Getaneh, ICHS chief medical officer. 
“They provide almost complete protection against serious diseases like measles, which still plagues some U.S. communities. Not only that, but getting vaccinated helps protect everyone, even those who are not vaccinated, by contributing to herd immunity and lowering the overall risk of infection.”




One component of ICHS’s success was proactive outreach efforts by Carmina Caoile, ICHS population health coordinator. Caoile made phone calls to ICHS patients and answered questions about cost. In Washington, youth younger than 19 can receive immunizations for free. 


Caoile also represented ICHS at local health fairs to share educational materials and developed a ‘Super Kid’ incentive to make immunizations less scary. Young patients became an “ICHS Super Kid” after getting shots, complete with fun costumes, photos and certificates.

“Our young patients really enjoyed dressing up and posing for photos” Caoile shared. “Having a reward at the end motivated them to do their part to help fight disease.”


Research shows that healthcare professionals are the most trusted source of information for parents when it comes to vaccines for their children.

The full 2020 Immunize Washington awardee list can be found here. This year marks the fifth consecutive year that ICHS has achieved gold status.

About ICHS

International Community Health Services (ICHS) is a nonprofit community health center providing culturally and linguistically appropriate health services to improve the wellness of King County’s diverse people and communities. Since its founding in 1973, ICHS has grown from a single storefront clinic in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District with deep roots in the Asian Pacific Islander community, to a regional health care provider employing more than 600 people and serving over 32,000 patients at 11 clinic locations.



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Shoreline's Hannah Schink celebrates 100th birthday

“Try to enjoy life and pass that enjoyment on as much as you can,” said Hannah Schink, who celebrated her 100th birthday on September 10, 2020.


Despite the COVID-19 pandemic and its many restrictions, Aegis Living Callahan House found a way for Hannah to celebrate her special day in style.



With a safe space outfitted by the memory care community—the Aegis Living Outdoor Living Room—Hannah visited with her two children and their spouses, enjoyed a champagne toast and was celebrated with 100 cupcakes, life-size balloons and a yellow rose floral bouquet from her late husband Chester.


Before he passed, Chester ensured Hannah would have flowers delivered on every holiday and birthday for the rest of her life. He had his children promise for every holiday and birthday they would buy their mom flowers and tell her they were from him. Hannah was very proud to take a picture with her flowers from “her Chester.”
  

The Aegis Living team surprised Hannah with a special poster from her hometown Molalla, a place near and dear to her, along with a signed and framed 100th tribute.


"My friends presented a marvelous party," Hannah noted. "It was touching to have it all taken care of, and I was very thankful for my family to be there.”

Hannah is an inspiration to us all, keeping spirits high and encouraging everyone to enjoy the gift of life every day.






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Flowers for Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg

Tuesday, September 22, 2020


The court thanks those who left a thoughtful tribute to Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg at the front of the King County District Court—Shoreline Courthouse

--District Court Judge Marcine Anderson



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Case updates September 20, 2020 - U.S. only today - delay in state data

From the WA State Department of Health

"After posting our regular data release on our data dashboards on 9/21, the Washington State Department of Health discovered incorrect data. 

"We believe the issue started with data posted on 9/21. As a result, we have rolled back the COVID-19 data dashboard and the COVID-19 risk assessment dashboard to reflect the data posted on 9/20. 

"At this time, we do not know exactly which data are impacted and we are working to identify and correct the problem.

"We apologize for any confusion this delay may cause. We plan to update our dashboards tomorrow afternoon (9/22)."

Case updates September 20, 2020

United States
  • cases 6,786,352 - 37,417 cases since yesterday
  • deaths 199,024 - 270 deaths since yesterday


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Flu during COVID-19: Why it is critical to receive a flu shot this year

Dr. Sang Won
Pacific Medical Centers


In an effort to understand the flu and how COVID-19 will impact the virus this season, family medicine provider Dr. Sang Won with Pacific Medical Centers has provided valuable insights on why it’s not only important but critical, to receive a flu shot this year. 

By Dr. Sang Won, Pacific Medical Centers

Because we predict that both the flu virus and COVID-19 will be spreading this fall and winter, healthcare professionals strongly recommend that everyone who is 6-months and older receive a flu vaccine.

The flu can cause a variety of symptoms, including respiratory syndrome, chest/abdomen pain, body aches, fever, and cough – all of which can lower one’s immune system. 

These symptoms, along with a lowered immune system, make COVID-19 infection easier.

While it is always important to get the flu shot – especially this year as we battle COVID-19 – it is also important to note that flu vaccines do not cause the flu. It is made up of the inactivated virus, meaning it is no longer infectious. 

While some fraction of recipients may get muscle aches, fever and headaches, you are not getting the flu as a result of the vaccine.

The process of getting a flu shot this year will be slightly different. At Pacific Medical Centers, you will need to make an appointment before you can receive a flu shot.

After you receive a flu shot, you can further decrease your chance of contracting the flu by following these steps:
  • Avoid close contact – continue practicing safe, social distancing
  • Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough
  • Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds, or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer often
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
  • If you are sick or have flu-like symptoms, limit your contact with others until you are feeling better or fever-free for 24-hours

Update: apologies to Dr. Won whose name was listed incorrectly in the photo caption and byline.


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LFP Budget and Finance Committee meeting for public comments on Mayor's budget proposal

City Council Budget and Finance Committee Special Meeting (virtual meeting)
Tuesday, September 22, 2020,  6:00pm - 7:30pm

The purpose of this meeting is to gather public comments on the Mayor’s Proposed 2021-2022 Biennial Budget which can be seen HERE (106 pages)

This meeting will be held virtually. City Hall is currently closed to the public.

Page 2 of this document has information on how to submit comments and how to view the meeting.



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Kenmore - Lake Forest Park food drive fills the shelves at Kenmore food bank


Carl Lunak, Emergency Manager, Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCO), reports that the recent Kenmore - Lake Forest Park food drive was a great success.


It was held on Thursday, September 17, 2020 at the Kenmore Fire Station.

The food bank in Kenmore is now stocked up for the next month or two. Hopelink in Shoreline is only asking for fresh produce or cash donations at this time.



Lunak said "We have offered further assistance if either of them need it."

Thanks to the community for their support!



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Elections in the time of COVID-19

By King county elections staff

Keeping our staff and voters safe and healthy is one of our top priorities for this upcoming election.

Here are some questions we’ve encountered about how we’re handling the upcoming election in the midst of a pandemic.

How do I vote in a COVID-19 world?

The great news is that we already vote-by-mail in Washington State. 

If you are already registered to vote, your ballot will be mailed to you automatically about three weeks before Election Day. You can fill it out in the convenience of your home and then either drop it in the mail or return it to any of our more than 70 ballot drop boxes across the county.

Not yet registered? No problem. Up until eight days before Election Day you can register online or by mail. If it’s within eight days of Election Day, you do have to come in-person to a Vote Center to get registered. Vote Center locations will be offering both curbside and walk-up service to ensure that both our staff and voters stay staff.

What should I do if I need to register to vote?

If you aren’t yet registered to vote, don’t wait so you don’t have to come in-person! Up until eight days before Election Day you can register online or by mail. After the eight day deadline, you do have to come in-person to a Vote Center to get registered.

The deadline to register to vote online is October 26 for the November 3 General election.

Can I vote in-person?

We will have Vote Center locations open for in-person voting with a variety of COVID-19 precautions. That said, we strongly recommend that voters take advantage of our vote-by-mail system and cast their ballot from the safety of their home. 

If you need a replacement ballot you have a variety of options:

Voters with a disability will be able to cast an independent, private ballot on our accessible voting units at any Vote Center. Units will be spaced for social distancing and staff will provide service in a way that keeps everyone safe.
 
Can I register and vote online?

If you have a Washington State ID you can register to vote or update your registration online up until eight days before Election Day. After the eight day deadline, you do have to come in-person to a Vote Center to get registered. If you do not have a Washington State ID, you can register to vote on a paper form and mail it to us. We must receive the paper form by the eight-day deadline, regardless of postmark date.

While you can’t cast your vote online, you can access your ballot and print off a replacement through our online ballot marking program. You will still need to return it either by mail or at one of our ballot drop box locations.

What kinds of changes have you made because of COVID-19?

King County Elections has adapted both our service models and our physical space to keep our staff, visitors and voters safe.

  • Changes to our facility include installing barriers and plexiglass between work and customer service stations, creating one directional aisles and hallways, upgrading our HVAC system to ensure better air recycling, and implementing temperature screens for all employees and visitors to the building.

We’ve also re-envisioned our service to focus primarily on curbside and outdoor walk-up service. For voters who need to come in-person, either to register or get a replacement ballot, we’ll also offer the option of “pre-ordering” your ballot or “pre-registering” to reduce the amount of time voters will spend on-site.

Once on-site, voters will check-in with curbside staff who will get their information and direct them to parking location. The Elections team member will then process their registration and/or print their ballot and return to the voter’s vehicle with materials in hand. The voter is welcome to fill-out their ballot right then-and-there and drop it in the drop box or take it home to complete later.



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    Letter to the Editor: Does Lake City Partners have any experience with "Low barrier" shelters?

    To the Editor:

    I am writing about your article in the Shoreline news today on “Lake City Partners ending homelessness”. Lake City Partners has been named as the lead agency to manage the proposed 60 bed homeless shelter in the former nursing home at 163rd and Aurora. Are you aware that they have not provide the residents of Shoreline with any information on them having any experience operating a LOW BARRIER Facility

    The residents of Shoreline in the Highland Terrace and Richmond Highlands neighborhood has provided the Shoreline City Council with a Petition opposing this facility with over 1100 signatures.

    Larry Pfeil
    Shoreline



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    Letter to the Editor: "Low barrier" shelter is dangerous for the neighborhood

    To the Editor:

    Your two September 20th articles about the proposed North King County Enhanced Shelter failed to mention a very important piece of information about the shelter. The terms of the grant that would fund the shelter require that it be "low barrier". "Low barrier" means that there would be no sobriety requirement and no background checks. So the shelter would be required to accept pedophiles, violent criminals, and active users of illegal drugs. This would be dangerous for the neighborhood, particularly for the children at the daycare center that is right next door to the proposed shelter site.

    Over 1100 citizens have signed an on-line petition (http://chng.it/FSmJ8T2VZ5) opposing this low barrier shelter. I know of no one who opposes using this site for a homeless shelter. What we do oppose are rules that would prevent the shelter from excluding residents who would endanger the community.

    Maggie Willson
    Shoreline



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    Peaches is AWOL

    Peaches is AWOL


    Be on the look out for this parrot. He went missing Monday afternoon, September 21, 2020 while doing his normal fly about the neighborhood in the vicinity of NE 194th St. 

    His name is Peaches. 

    His owner's name is Taryn and her phone number is 253-209-5202.


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    Update on Shoreline wildland firefighters

    Monday, September 21, 2020

    Northwest fire crews in Oregon
    Photos courtesy Shoreline Fire


    The Shoreline fire crewmembers assigned to Oregon as WA Task Force 1 have been assigned to help the Smith River Hotshots for the last couple days.

    They are helping hold the line from a firing operation to protect the town of Cave Junction, Oregon.

    They are with South Kitsap, Central Kitsap, Gig Harbor, and Seattle Fire.

    Cave Junction is on Hwy 199 close to the California border. Nearest towns are Grants Pass and Medford.




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    WeatherWatcher: The Fall equinox to roar in with rain and wind

     

    Monday evening animated satellite loop
    Satellite image Monday evening from the National Weather Service


    Fall officially starts Tuesday morning September 22, at 6:31am PST. Less than 24 hours later, our first major fall storm is expected to arrive. We're expecting some breezy winds and a lot of rain. Below is the forecast for total rainfall on Wednesday in Western Washington.

    Total Rainfall for 9-23 graphic forecast showing 1 to 1.5 inches for Shoreline
    Graphic by the National Weather Service

    For the area that includes Shoreline and Lake Forest Park we are expecting 1 to 1.5" of rainfall between 8pm Tuesday night and 5am Thursday morning. Winds are expected to pick up as well. We could see gusts of up to 30 mph, but for the most part I'm expecting wind gusts between 15-20 mph.

    The cause of all this rain can be seen in the animated satellite image at the top. A strong frontal system is expected to bring an atmospheric river event to the region, centered over southwest Washington and northwest Oregon.

    Wednesday late night and through Thursday night there is a slight chance of thunderstorms, and another chance of thunder again Friday night. Rain is expected to continue at times Thursday, Friday, and rain is likely Saturday with our first real break from the precipitation Saturday evening.

    Temperatures this week will average in the mid 60's for a high, and low to mid 50's for a low until the rain clears. 

    Sunday looks mostly cloudy with a chance of showers. Our first shot at a dry and sunny day appears to be Monday next week. Longer range forecasts suggest that next week may be a mostly sunny week, with high temperatures returning to the low 70's.

    Bottom Line: One of the biggest concerns with an early heavy rain event is debris blocking storm drains. This can cause local standing water and urban flooding. Adopt a storm drain near you to monitor and keep clear. This will help prevent small urban flooding on local roadways and sidewalks. Scattered isolated power outages are possible if winds do get gusty.

    WeatherWatcher logo

    For current weather conditions visit www.shorelineweather.com




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    Scene on the Sound: Sails on the Sound


    Text and photos, Marc Weinberg

    The morning air and sky cleared to at least expose a normal cloud cover. During the late morning a racing fleet finally reached their marker' near Richmond Beach Saltwater Park and could make their turn for home (Shilshole Bay). 




    At this same time an already light wind dropped to almost nothing as the images reveal. As a former racer I know how these conditions tax one's patience and stress your tactical skills. 




    I thought that the grey water and skies made a soft background for the sails and boats with only a few bright spots from the sailor's parkas and of course those bright spinnakers.



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    Third Place Books presents Cecilia Aragon, in conversation with Theo Pauline Nestor


    Tuesday, September 22, 2020 - 7:00pm

    This is a virtual event! Register for this livestream event here!

    Join us to celebrate the launch of Flying Free, the new memoir from University of Washington Professor Cecilia Aragon!

    The daughter of a Chilean father and a Filipina mother, Cecilia Rodriguez Aragon grew up as a shy, timid child in a small midwestern town during the 1960s, targeted by school bullies and dismissed by many of her teachers.

    Yet in the span of just six years, Cecilia became the first Latina pilot to secure a place on the United States Unlimited Aerobatic Team and earn the right to represent her country at the Olympics of aviation, the World Aerobatic Championships. How did she do it?

    Flying Free is the story of how Cecilia Aragon broke free from prejudices of race and gender to rise above her own limits by combining math and logic with her passion for flying in unexpected ways. You don't have to be a math whiz or a science geek to learn from her story. You just have to want to soar.

    Cecilia Aragon is an author, air-show pilot, and the first Latina full professor in the College of Engineering at the University of Washington in Seattle. She coauthored Writers in the Secret Garden, has worked with Nobel Prize winners, taught astronauts to fly, and created musical simulations of the universe with rock stars. Her major awards for research, and a stint at NASA designing software for Mars missions, led President Obama to call her “one of the top scientists and engineers in the country." She lives in Seattle.

    Theo Pauline Nestor teaches writing at the University of Washington. Her essay “The Chicken’s in the Oven, My Husband’s out the Door” was published in the New York Times “Modern Love” column and was the genesis of her first book, How To Sleep Alone in a King-Sized Bed. She is also the author of Writing Is My Drink: A Writer's Story of Finding Her Voice (and a Guide to How You Can Too) and lives in Seattle, Washington, with her two daughters.


    Flying Free: My Victory Over Fear to Become the First Latina Pilot on the Us Aerobatic Team (Hardcover)
    By Cecilia Aragon
    $26.99
    ISBN: 9781982642464
    Availability: Coming soon - available for pre-order now
    Published: Blackstone Publishing - September 22, 2020


    How to Sleep Alone in a King-Size Bed: A Memoir of Starting Over (Paperback)
    By Theo Pauline Nestor
    $16.00
    ISBN: 9780307346773
    Availability: Unavailable - due in 2-4 weeks
    Published: Broadway Books - February 3, 2009



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    Free balance and yoga classes at The Wellness Studio


    Through the generous support by Shoreline Fire Department and the office of King County Council member Rod Dembowski, we are very excited to offer the following FREE fitness classes through our Wellness Studio at the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center. 

    To support our adult population in reducing their exposure to hazardous air qualities and Covid-19, these classes will be offered online through Zoom meetings. Whether you currently exercise on a regular basis and/or are new to yoga, you may join these classes. In fact, these classes are a great first step for anyone new to an exercise regime or returning after an absence.

    Instructor: Toshiko
    Aramaki



    Keep Your Balance Keep Moving – Free
    Sponsored by Shoreline Fire Department
    September 28th – October 23rd


    Falls are the leading cause of injury-related death among older adults. The good news is that falling is not an inevitable part of the aging process. Middle-aged and older adults can reduce their risk of falling by knowing their fall risk factors. 

    In this class you will learn the risk factors of falling so that you will be able to decrease fear of falling and the risk of falling. 

    We focus especially on the topic of the importance of regular exercise, what kind of exercise can improve a person’s balance, and how to start being active if you never have in the past. Anybody will benefit from this class, including family members of seniors. 

    Please note class is progressive and cannot be dropped in mid-course. 
    Limit 8.

    Meet our instructor Toshiko Aramaki

    • Standard First Aid, CPR (Infant, Child, Adult), AED (Child, Adult)
    • ACSM Certified Group Exercise Instructor
    • Certified Enhanced Fitness Instructor
    • NCSF certified Personal Trainer
    • YMCA certified Martial Arts Exercise Instructor
    • ACSM/ACS certified Cancer Exercise Trainer®
    • Cancer Exercise Training Institute certified Cancer Exercise Specialist
    • Certified LIVESTRONG at the YMCA instructor
    • Certified Silver Sneaker Instructor

    Instructor: Heidi Mair

    Yoga for Healthy Bones – Free 
    sponsored by Stay Fit Get Fit Grant 
    Office of King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski
    October 6 – October 27


    Do you have osteoporosis or osteopenia?

    In this 4-part series, you will learn about physiology of these common conditions and how Yoga can help. Each class will begin with 15 minutes of discussion followed by 45 minutes of Yoga practice designed to build bone health (density and structure), improve balance and reduce the risk of fracture. 

    Class will include poses on the mat or chair and standing. Maximum enrollment: 20

    Meet our instructor Heidi Mair
    • Over 1,600 hours in a variety of settings
    • Workshops presenter: Ayurveda and Yoga, Yoga for Gardeners and Yoga for Healthy Bones
    • Taught A Matter of Balance for 3 years
    • Certification and Advanced Trainings
    • Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor 500 hours,
    • Kerala Ayurveda Academy
    • Yoga Teacher –200 hours,
    • Whole Life Yoga; E-RYT through Yoga Alliance
    • Yoga for Seniors Teacher Training 24 hours,
    • YogaCalm (Kimberly Carson)
    • Yoga Therapy, Theory and Practice 28 hours, Bastyr University

    Registration for the classes can be made on our website at: www.shorelinelfpseniorcenter.org or by calling Heather at our office at 206-365-1536.



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    Flowers in the rain

    Photo by Frank Kleyn




    Northwest native vine maple leaves brighten up a rainy morning in Shoreline.



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    Shoreline Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services/Tree Board Meeting to discuss priorities and parks bond

    Shoreline Parks Board


    Thursday, September 24, 2020 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm

    Attend the Meeting via Zoom Webinar: https://zoom.us/j/99130066543

    Agenda Highlights
    • Director's Report
    • Strategic Priorities - Cultural Services and Public Art
      • Mary Reidy, Recreation and Cultural Service Superintendent
      • David Francis PhD, Public Art Coordinator Park Improvement Bond
    • Parks subcommittee will discuss the Parks Improvement Bond

    Link to Full Meeting Packet [PDF]

    Comment on Agenda Items: parkboard@shorelinewa.gov




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    Free emergency preparedness workshop

    EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS WORKSHOP -- FREE

    Space limited so reserve a spot today!

    October 8, 2020: Online, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
    October 10, 2020: Hands-on, 9:00 am

    Create a plan for you and your family
    Build an emergency kit
    Locate and shut off utilities
    Safe use of fire extinguisher


    Reserve your spot now! Clunak@northshorefire.com or 425-354-1744




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    Case updates September 19, 2020

    Case updates September 19, 2020


    United States
    • cases 6,748,935 - 42,561 cases since yesterday
    • deaths 198,754 - 655 deaths since yesterday

    Washington state - *no death reports on weekends / holidays
    • cases 82,548 - 349 since yesterday
    • hospitalizations 7,262 - 14 since yesterday
    • deaths* 2,037 - 0 since yesterday

    King county
    • cases 21,459 - 60 in previous 24 hours
    • hospitalizations 2,313 - 0 in previous 24 hours
    • deaths 748 - 0 in previous 24 hours

    Shoreline - population 56,752 (2018)
    • cases 590 - 1 new in previous 24 hours
    • hospitalizations 104 - 0 new in previous 24 hours
    • deaths 62 - 0 new in previous 24 hours

    Lake Forest Park - 13,569 (2018)
    • cases 66 - -1 new
    • hospitalizations 3 - 0 new
    • deaths 1 - 0 new


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    Shoreline Schools: Meal box ordering window extended to Monday-Wednesday


    Shoreline Schools Food and Nutrition Services has announced that the student meal box ordering window has been extended to Monday through Wednesday each week, for pick up on the following Wednesday.

    Orders can now be placed anytime Monday-Wednesday. The deadline to submit an order is midnight each Wednesday.

    The Shorewood pick-up site has been rerouted so that the entrance will be on 175th Street.



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