Window Masks 101 virtual workshop

Saturday, December 19, 2020

Window Masks
Photo courtesy King county


Window Masks 101 virtual workshop
Tuesday, December 29, 2020, 4:00 – 5:00pm

Free and open to all! Preregistration required.

Learn how to make and use window masks ("smile masks") during the pandemic.

These reusable cloth masks with a clear plastic panel can help people communicate with those who are deaf or hard of hearing, in speech therapy, learning to read, or learning a language.

This workshop, and accompanying resources, will cover:
  • Different styles and materials for window masks.
  • How to make these at home with your own sewing machine.
  • Tips for individuals and organizations using window masks, on topics including: washing; avoiding fogging of the clear plastic panel; and distribution to those who can use them, even during lockdown conditions.

This event is sponsored by King County's free community repair events program, which was first asked to make window masks by the Children’s Therapy clinic at Valley Medical Center in Renton. While the King County repair events program has been on hold due to the pandemic, the program's sewers have made and distributed window masks to several non-profit organizations and institutions.

Questions? Contact program coordinator Tom at tom.watson@kingcounty.gov or at 206-477-4481.



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Well played North City Water, well played

 

An ugly concrete pad has two large hook shaped pipes standing up on two of the corners. The pipes are about 3 feet high. They have been painted white with a red stripe circling them. They look like the top half of candy canes!
Photo by Rob Oxford


This is a pump station belonging to the North City Water District. It's on the corner of 5th NE and NE 185th by the overpass.

Quite a visual improvement!




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Kenmore Police organize a toy giveaway for Northshore students

Toy giveaway for Northshore Schools students
Photo courtesy Kenmore Police

Thursday, Kenmore Officer Andrew Boyer coordinated with the Northshore School District, Northshore Fire, the Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCo), Snapdoodle Toys, and Costco to provide toys and supplies for a distribution event during the district's regular lunch pick-up service.



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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Vaccine distribution


Previous cartoons by Whitney Potter HERE 



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Case updates December 17, 2020; Gov. Inslee announces updated school guidance for in-person instruction

Gov. Jay Inslee and Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal announced an update in the metrics used to inform local school district decisions for in-person learning.

They also announced $3 million from set aside funds to be distributed to implement health and safety protocols.

The update to the school health and safety toolkit comes after recent data showed limited COVID-19 transmission in school environments when state health and safety protocols are implemented.

Read the rest of the story on the governor's Medium page.


Case updates December 17, 2020


United States
  • cases 16,987,911 - 230,953 cases since yesterday
  • deaths 309,880 - 3,444 deaths since yesterday

Washington state - the DOH is still reviewing and adjusting numbers
  • cases 220,268 - includes 7,985 probable cases - 3063 from previous count
  • hospitalizations 13,291 - 56 since last report
  • deaths 3,104 - no reports on weekends

King county
  • cases 56,693 - 774 since yesterday
  • hospitalizations 3,823 - 20 since yesterday
  • deaths 978 - 2 since yesterday

Seattle - population 744,995 (2018)
  • cases 14,206 - 183 since yesterday
  • hospitalizations 914 - 1 since yesterday
  • deaths 244 - 0 since yesterday

Shoreline - population 56,752 (2018)
  • cases 1,451 - 15 since yesterday
  • hospitalizations 150 - 2 since yesterday
  • deaths 77 - 0 since yesterday

Lake Forest Park - 13,569 (2018)
  • cases 170 - 0 since yesterday
  • hospitalizations 14 - -1 since yesterday
  • deaths 3 - 0 since yesterday


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Storytelling resumes at the Briarcrest Neighborhood Association January 8

When storytelling was in person

The Briarcrest Neighborhood Association will have their odd-numbered-month Storytelling Evening on January 8, 2021, on ZOOM, from 7 - 9pm, instead of the typical first Friday, which is New Year’s Day.

Everyone is welcome to listen or tell a story. 

Stories are 8 minutes maximum, family-friendly, and told, not read. 

People wishing to participate should email Barry McWilliams for the Zoom link: eldrbarry@gmail.com



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LFP Rotary Sharing Tree awaits your contribution of gift cards for families in need

Stephanie Looney, LFP Mall property
manager, demonstrates the donation box

LFP ROTARY sharing tree is still OPEN... gratefulness for gift cards supporting North Helpline, serving families in need.

A secure drop box near the tree awaits your contributions. Look for it in the lower lobby at Town Center near the escalator.

Town Center is at the intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Way in Lake Forest Park.



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Thursday's sky in central Shoreline was intense






All photos by Janet Way

Janet Way, who lives in the Ridgecrest neighborhood, took this progression of photos from basically the same viewpoint on the same day.

I was quite interested, because my sky view has been somewhat similar. Mine has less variety - more like the gray part of the first photo with occasional odd little overlays of pale orange cloud like the ones in the top part of the third photo.

Mine has looked like this all week - with occasional surprises of sunlight slanting down through the trees - then quickly gone.

Diane Hettrick



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Revised: LFP Council calendar focused on code changes for Town Center development

Deputy Mayor Phillippa M. Kassover
From Deputy Mayor Phillippa M. Kassover

Following recent council meetings and consultation with City staff, we have revised the upcoming council calendar.

This will allow more time for both council and the public to review the proposed revisions to the municipal code regulating development of new buildings, or redevelopment of existing buildings, at the LFP Town Center site.

In 2019, the Lake Forest Park City Council voted to institute a moratorium on accepting permit applications for any new buildings, or redevelopment of existing buildings, at the LFP Town Center site. The moratorium will expire on March 10, 2021.

The revised meeting schedule meets both the State-mandated deadlines for holding a Public Hearing on the proposed revisions, and allows council and the public significant time to review the draft code.
  • Thursday 1/7 6:00 p.m. Special Committee of the Whole – Proposed new code chapter re: Affordable Housing
  • Saturday 1/9 9:00 a.m. Special Committee of the Whole – Line-by-Line review of the draft code and Design Guidelines for the Town Center (potential all-day session – public comment at beginning and end of session)
  • Thursday 1/14 6:00 p.m. Council Work Session -continued discussion of TC code if needed
  • Thursday 1/14 7:00 p.m. City Council Regular Business Meeting
  • Thursday 1/21 7:00 p.m. PUBLIC HEARING on the proposed Town Center code revisions
  • Monday 1/25 6:00 p.m. Committee of the Whole – review public comments re: TC code
  • Thursday 1/28 7:00 p.m. City Council Regular Business Meeting (potential Town Center discussion)
  • Thursday 2/11 6:00 p.m. Council Work Session – Staff presentation re: final code revisions
  • Thursday 2/11 7:00 p.m. City Council Regular Business Meeting (potential Town Center discussion)
  • Monday 2/22 6:00 p.m. Committee of the Whole – Final TC code discussions
  • Thursday 2/25 7:00 p.m. Council Business Meeting – Adopt Town Center Code and Design Guideline revisions
  • (Thursday 3/4 7:00 p.m. Potential Special Council Meeting – if required to adopt TC Code and Design Guidelines)
  • 3/10 Moratorium expires

Members of the community are invited and welcome to attend every meeting to learn more about the proposed changes to the code. Community members can submit written comments at any time, or make live comments during the time reserved for Public Comment at all these virtual meetings, except the Work Sessions.

Instructions for submitting written comments, or making live comments, can be found on the city website and in the agendas for each meeting. Please know that the Council considers public input vitally important as it helps the Council adopt policies that reflect our community values.

You can sign up for meeting notices here.



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Flyover

Friday, December 18, 2020

 

Photo by Gloria Z Nagler


What you do when the duck in front of you is moving Way Too Slowly!

(The male Mallard was trailing the white Mallard hybrid, then abruptly launched into flight.

On Lake Washington last week)

--Gloria Z Nagler





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Jobs: Teaching Artist

Edmonds Arts Commission
Teaching Artist Opportunity


Edmonds Arts Commission seeks an experience visual teaching artist to script and create one 10-minute instructional video for 3rd Grade students (ages 8-10) on design elements that are important in making an eye-catching poster. 

It should include the basics of visual art and graphic design to assist in their effort to create a poster of a favorite book. Compensation is $400. 

Video needs to be formatted in the most recent version of mp4.


Interested artists should have proven experience as a visual artist or graphic designer with art instruction experience. Candidates with proven experience in primary education student learning and with distance learning and/or experience with recording an instructional presentation will receive principal consideration.

Application deadline is January 11. The artist selected for the project will need to turn in their completed/edited 10-minute video to Edmonds Arts Commission by February 5.

For application, go to: http://www.edmondswa.gov/opportunities-contests-applications.html 



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You Can be A Hero for a Family in Need

The Shoreline Rotary Foundation has launched its end-of-the-year fundraising effort to benefit the Shoreline School District Family Advocate Fund.
 
“These funds are crucial for the post-winter break time when all of the holiday support programs are done and there is less assistance for families,” says Susie Moore, the School District Lead Family Advocate.

Funds you contribute between December 16th and January 15, 2021 will be converted into $25 gift cards, for Fred Meyer/QFC and Safeway/Albertsons, and distributed by the Family Advocates who serve students and families throughout our Shoreline School District.

Your generous donation will go directly to help families in need, and will also be supplemented by the Rotary District 5030 Urgent Community Needs Grant program. Our goal is to raise $5000 to purchase 200 gift cards.

  • $25 helps one family in need;
  • $50 helps two families;
  • $100 will help four families!

Go to the Shoreline Rotary website today at https://www.shorelinerotary.com/ and click on the “DONATE” button to make your tax-deductible contribution. Please make a note in the comment section that you are donating to the “Family Advocate fund.”

All of your donated dollars will be distributed to the Shoreline School District Family Advocate Fund by the Shoreline Rotary Foundation which is a 501(c)(3) non-profit; EIN: 91-1614940.

This is a critical time for many students and their families. Please help them by giving now!




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Case updates December 16, 2020

Case updates December 16, 2020


United States
  • cases 16,756,581 - 236,913 cases since yesterday
  • deaths 306,427 - 3,435 deaths since yesterday

Washington state - the DOH is still reviewing and adjusting numbers
  • cases 217,205 - includes 7,861 probable cases - 2940 from previous count
  • hospitalizations 13,235 - 161 since last report
  • deaths 3,117 - 75 since last report - no reports on weekends

King county
  • cases 55,919 - 707 since yesterday
  • hospitalizations 3,803 - 38 since yesterday
  • deaths 976 - 22 since yesterday

Seattle - population 744,995 (2018)
  • cases 14,023 - 163 since yesterday
  • hospitalizations 913 - 12 since yesterday
  • deaths 244 - 8 since yesterday

Shoreline - population 56,752 (2018)
  • cases 1,436 - 8 since yesterday
  • hospitalizations 148 - 1 since yesterday
  • deaths 77 - 1 since yesterday

Lake Forest Park - 13,569 (2018)
  • cases 170 - 2 since yesterday
  • hospitalizations 15 - 0 since yesterday
  • deaths 3 - 0 since yesterday


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Weekend lane closures on SR 522 / Bothell Way for the Sound Transit SR 522 Bus Rapid Transit Project

Upcoming temporary lane closures for the Sound Transit SR 522 Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project may affect weekend driving.

Saturday December 19:

A single-lane closure on eastbound SR 522 will occur between NE 153rd St and NE 155th St on Saturday, December 19, between the hours of 8am and 1pm, to clear utilities for upcoming geotechnical borings to be drilled to determine constructability of a Bus Rapid Transit Project for Sound Transit.

Sunday December 20:

A single-lane closure on eastbound SR 522 will occur between 41st Ave NE and Brookside Blvd NE on Sunday, December 20, between the hours of 8am and 2pm, to drill a geotechnical boring to determine constructability of a Bus Rapid Transit Project for Sound Transit.



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Deck and wall work on NE 155th Street near the fire station

As early as December 21st, Sound Transit will be working on NE 155th St at the Interstate-5 underpass.

This work is part of Sound Transit’s Lynnwood Link Extension Project to construct the guideway. 

Expect no access on the south side of NE 155th St. The crews will be working on deck work for the guideway and wall work on the south side of NE 155th St.

This is a lane closure with alternating lanes for vehicles on NE 155th St.

Sidewalk and bike lane will close on the south side of NE 155th. There will be a flagger to direct pedestrian and bicyclists.

Work hours are 9am to 3pm.




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Driftwood Players present a holiday radio show


A pre-record Holiday Radio show will be presented on Facebook and YouTube

Wednesday, December 23 at 7pm
Thursday, December 24 at 5pm
Friday, December 25 at 12pm

Admission is free - donations are always appreciated. 


’Twas the night before the Christmas show, 
and not a director was volunteering all through the house.

In this secular Christmas play, a group of players suddenly discovers they have no director to help them prepare their skit for tomorrow night’s Christmas variety show!

The president of the city council calls in school volleyball coach Bailey Cox to direct them. Bailey agrees, figuring it will be a simple task. She figures the group must already have their skit worked out for tomorrow night, right? 

Wrong! Besides not having an act, Bailey discovers they don’t have any talent! 

But there’s an even bigger problem: all they do is eat donuts and bicker...and they’re the city council! 

The coach gives them her best pep talk, to no avail. Up against the wall, she’s at her wit’s end, and she’s running out of time. 

How she quickly gets the city council to cooperate and produce a delightful retelling of the classic Christmas poem is indeed a Christmas miracle.


Follow on Facebook and check on Wednesday, December 23 for a link!

https://www.facebook.com/Driftwoodplayers



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Northwest Boychoir continues a 42 year tradition and stages its annual concert online

Northwest Boychoir Virtual Event
A Festival of Lessons and Carols
Tuesday, December 22nd @ 7:30pm

Next Tuesday is the Northwest Boychoir’s virtual concert presentation of Festival of Lessons and Carols this year.

The 80-member combined chorus of the Northwest Boychoir and young men and women of Vocalpoint! Seattle are hard at work recording while in quarantine to share this beloved holiday tradition with the community to enjoy safely from home.

The virtual concert will premiere on the Northwest Boychoir and Vocalpoint! Seattle’s YouTube Channel on December 22 at 7:30pm and will continue to be available free to the public through the holiday season. 

Donations are encouraged to support the Northwest Boychoir and Vocalpoint! Seattle’s education programs.

The Northwest Boychoir celebrates its 42-year tradition of A Festival of Lessons and Carols this December. 

Patterned after the Christmas Eve observance at King’s College in Cambridge, England, the Choir’s annual concert series is a holiday tradition for thousands of families in the Puget Sound region.


More Information
https://www.nwchoirs.org/events/virtual-lessons-carols/

Free of charge

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Over 1,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses given to high-risk health workers in Washington state as federal changes reduce statewide allocation


From the Washington state Department of Health (DOH)

As of December 16, 2020 at midnight, providers in Washington state had reported giving a total of 1,159 COVID-19 vaccine doses to high-risk health workers

Vaccination began this week for Phase 1A groups, which include frontline health workers and long-term care residents and staff.

Updated vaccine allocation numbers

The Department of Health (DOH) was contacted by Operation Warp Speed yesterday evening and told that Washington’s Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine allocation will be 44,850 doses rather than the 74,100 doses we were expecting to receive.

We were not given an explanation as to why our allocation was reduced, and we do not currently have allocation numbers beyond next week. We still expect to receive the remaining Pfizer-BioNTech doses we ordered for this first week (62,400 total doses).

“This reduction does not change our commitment to getting all allocated doses out to health care providers and people in Washington at risk of COVID-19,” said Secretary of Health John Wiesman. 
“Our focus is on the vaccines we are receiving and making sure health care providers and long-term care facilities are ready to give those vaccines. We are thankful we still have doses to allocate, and look forward to understanding our allocations beyond next week.”

Additional doses from vaccine vials

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Wednesday that health care providers may be able to draw additional doses from vials of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine.

This can potentially expand our supply of the vaccine by millions of doses nationwide. U.S. Health and Human Services regional offices are saying it is acceptable to use every full dose obtainable in each Pfizer-BioNTech vial. There is enough liquid in the vials when it is mixed to draw a sixth dose, or possibly even a seventh dose. Any remaining liquid that does not constitute a full dose should not be pooled from multiple vials to create one.

Moderna vaccine

An FDA advisory panel today recommended the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA). The next step will be for the FDA to issue an EUA. If approved, the Moderna vaccine will be further vetted by the Scientific Safety Review Workgroup.

If approved by this workgroup, we expect to receive our first allocation of 128,000 Moderna vaccine doses early next week.

Future phases

The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) plans to vote on who will be prioritized for Phases 1B and 1C this Sunday, December 20. Equitable vaccine distribution is a top DOH priority. In addition to ACIP guidance, we are using feedback from the communities, partners, sectors and industries that are heavily impacted by COVID-19 in Washington state. Nearly 20,000 people weighed in through focus groups, interviews, and surveys. We will post our updated allocation and prioritization plans as soon as they’re ready.



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Christmas Lights VIII - more Ridgecrest and a few Meridian Park and maybe one Parkwood

17000 block of 14th NE - Ridgecrest

Photos by Steven H. Robinson

Steve was out last night again looking for lights. He reports,

"I ran into a family checking out the lights from the SAN articles on lights. They were enjoying the displays and looking for the setups following the article and photos. Mom, Dad and son and daughter have a great TREASURE HUNT TO LOOK FOR THE LIGHT DISPLAYS."

Well, ok Family - here are more TREASURES for your hunt!

16900 block of Burke N - Meridian Park

16700 block of Wallingford N in Meridian Park
 
15000 block of 165th NE - Ridgecrest

N 156 Pl and Corliss Ave N  - Parkwood


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Give the Gift of Lifelong Learning this Holiday Season

Thursday, December 17, 2020

Give the gift of lifelong learning

Are you looking for the perfect last-minute gift this holiday season? Consider giving the gift of lifelong learning with Shoreline Community College Continuing Education classes!

Personal Enrichment classes begin as soon as early January and are online for your convenience.

Find something for the creative in your life, such as Digital SLR Photography for Beginners, Drawing Animals, or Comedy and Storytelling in These Strange Times


Shopping for a new retiree? Help them capture their best memories in Memoir: Writing Your Stories or plan for the future with Too Young to Retire: Recharging and Rebalancing for Your Bonus Years.

Treat your favorite crafter with Embroidery for Beginners or give the entrepreneur in your family a little push with Launch Your SideHustle


Continuing Education also offers wine appreciation classes, meditation and wellness courses, and introductory technology workshops.

Please visit the Continuing Education Course Catalog to get more great gift ideas or contactcontinuing-ed@shoreline.edufor more information.




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AG Ferguson files federal antitrust lawsuit against technology giant Google

Attorney General Bob Ferguson partnered with a bipartisan coalition of 38 attorneys general to file a federal antitrust lawsuit against Google.

The lawsuit asserts that the technology giant illegally leverages its dominance in the online search and search advertising markets to stifle competing platforms, drive advertisers away from rival search engines, and limit competing specialized sellers’ ability to bring customers directly to their sites from general Google search results.

The lawsuit, filed Thursday in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, asserts that Google and its parent company Alphabet Inc. used exclusionary contracts and unlawful self-preferencing business practices to protect its monopoly, harming consumers, undermining competition and squelching innovation that could threaten its dominance in the market for general internet search and related search advertising.

“Corporations that form illegal monopolies cripple competition and harm individual consumers,” Ferguson said. “We will continue holding powerful interests accountable when they engage in unfair, anticompetitive conduct that harms Washingtonians.”

More information here


 

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WeatherWatcher: 30 years ago in weather, December 18, 1990

 

Eight inches of snow in Shoreline, February 16, 2001
Photo by Carl Dinse

Thursday, December 18, 1990, 30 years ago, marks the day of an historic cold snap associated with likely the strongest convergence zone recorded in our region.

The King/Snohomish County line was near the center of this convergence zone and got hit the hardest. It was the beginning of a two week school winter break that started early and resulted in our first White Christmas in decades. (Although Sea-Tac recorded one inch of snow on the ground Christmas 1983, which by definition counts.)

Around eight inches of snow accumulated around the lunch time hour within a 30 minute window when the storm first hit. After the initial burst of heavy snow, relatively lighter snow fell off and on throughout the remainder of the afternoon and evening. Heavy snow had caused power outages by the late afternoon hours. 

We even had a rare thundersnow event around 4:15pm that night. North winds begin gusting up to 60mph shortly afterwards. Many school aged children were trapped at school, and people were stuck in gridlocked commutes home from work.

When the storm was over, we were in the single digits for lows and teens for high temperatures. Total snow accumulation on the ground was averaging between 12 and 14 inches in the Shoreline and Lake Forest Park area. I have the temperature numbers from Sea-Tac below but I can only imagine it must have been several degrees colder here in Shoreline than it was at the airport.

  • 12-18-1990: High 36°F, Low 21°F
  • 12-19-1990: High 22°F, Low: 17°F
  • 12-20-1990: High 19°F, Low: 11°F
  • 12-21-1990: High 18°F, Low: 8°F

It slowly warmed up from there with the first thaw starting on Christmas day with a high temperature of 34°F. But then, on December 28th, a second wave of arctic air moved in dropping the low back down to 14°F, with a high of 21°F. Things started moderating on December 30th, with most of the snow gone in time for school to resume from winter break.

High and low temperature graph compared to average December 1990

If you have any photos from that storm you'd like to share, or from any other history snow or wind storms of Shoreline's past, please send them our way at either editor@shorelineareanews.com or carl.dinse@shorelineweather.com

For our current forecast in December 2020, much warmer weather is expected, with highs near 50°F and lows in the lower to mid 40's. We have more gusty winds on the way Friday evening, about the same as Thursday morning's winds which gusted to around 36 mph. The current forecast is calling for gusts as strong as 40mph, but this isn't by any means a major wind storm. I'm not expecting much tree damage or anything beyond a stray local power outage.

After the wind, some warmer rains are expected this weekend. Some local rivers could reach flood stage with the rise of snow levels. An atmospheric river is expected to bring a soaking mild rain from Saturday afternoon through Monday. After we get through the rain Monday it looks like things will dry out a bit starting on Tuesday and lasting as far as Thursday. 

Cooler temperatures are expected to arrive by Thursday too, but it's too early to tell if that means anything serious or not. Right now it doesn't look like anything more than chilly nights and some rain showers in the extended forecasts.


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Notes from Shoreline council December 14, 2020

Pam Cross, reporter
Shoreline City Council Meeting
December 14, 2020

Notes by Pam Cross

The meeting was held remotely using the Zoom platform.

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

All Councilmembers were present.

Report of the City Manager, Debbie Tarry

COVID-19 Update


A reminder that the statewide restrictions remain in effect through January 4, 2021.

The King County average over the past 14 days was 420 new cases per 100,000 residents. Remember that the target is 25 (low risk) per 100,000. The target before reopening schools is 75 (medium risk). Hospitalizations continue to increase and hospitals are at 82% of capacity. Some have stopped performing non-emergency procedures.


In Shoreline, we have had 270 new cases in the past two weeks, 11 hospitalizations and 6 people have died.


Please continue to protect our community by taking the following prevention measures:
  • Wear a face covering, especially indoors in public settings regardless of the distance between people.
  • Wash or sanitize your hands regularly.
  • Maintain six (6) feet of distance, indoors and outdoors.
  • Gather ONLY outdoors with a limit of five (5) people.
  • Get tested at the first sign of illness. And then stay home! Do not go to work or to stores if you’re not feeling well.
  • Additional information shorelinewa.gov/covid
  • Remember you can support our local restaurants by purchasing takeout food.
Winter Weather

Shoreline is prepared for winter weather conditions. De-icer will be applied to streets whenever forecasts predict freezing temperatures or snow. Snow plow routes have been set. And a sandbag station will be available at Hamlin Park.

Additional information shorelinewa.gov/stormready

Public Reminders

The Planning Commission will meet on Thursday Dec 17 at 7:00pm. This will include a PUBLIC HEARING on Shoreline Place Community Renewal Area Sign Code

This is the final Council meeting of 2020. The next Council meeting will take place on Monday January 4, 2021.

City Hall and Spartan Recreation Center will be closed for business on December 25 and January 1.

Council Reports (all meetings were attended virtually)

Councilmember Robertson attended a meeting of the North King County Shelter Taskforce and provided an update on the Shoreline enhanced shelter. The fence is being constructed, there is some electrical work being done, and volunteers are cleaning and painting individual rooms. There is a sign-up for volunteer opportunities including painting, meal shifts and so forth. She will provide the information to the City Manager so it will be available to everyone interested. The target date for opening is January 15th and they anticipate 20 individuals.

Councilmember Roberts met with Sound Cities Association where they appointed new Board members Wendy Weiker, Mercer Island Councilmember and Angela Birney, Mayor of Redmond.

Public Comment

Jackie Kurle, Shoreline spoke about the importance of public safety around new enhanced shelter

Approval of the Agenda
  • Agenda adopted by unanimous consent.
Approval of the Consent Calendar
  • Consent Calendar approved unanimously by roll call vote.

Action Item 8(a) Second Public Hearing and Adoption of Ordinance No. 908 – Adopting Pre- Annexation Zoning for the Point Wells Subarea and Adding a New Chapter, Chapter 20.94 Point Wells – Planned Area 4, to Title 20 of the Shoreline Municipal Code

Andrew Bauer, Senior Planner, made the presentation

The City of Shoreline and the Town of Woodway have been developing a unified approach to the Point Wells Subarea


This Ordinance will adopt zoning designation for the subarea “Point Wells Planned Area 4” and adopt zoning regulations to implement that designation. This zoning will apply only if the area is annexed into the City.

There were three revisions
  1. Residential density based on “net” acres (buildable area)
  2. Clarify traffic restrictions on Richmond Beach Drive and the Richmond Beach Road corridor
  3. Clarify the requirement for secondary access road through Woodway
Staff recommends a slight revision of the residential density verbiage as shown below:


Mayor Hall opened the Public Hearing

No public comments

Discussion

Motion and second to adopt Ordinance 908 including the three revisions
Revision to Amendment #1 as shown above approved by unanimous consent
Motion and second to approve all three amendments
VOTE to approve all three amendments, #1 as amended

Passes unanimously

VOTE to approve Ordinance 908 as amended

Passes unanimously


Action Item 8(b) Public Hearing and Discussing Ordinance No. 916 - Extension of Interim Regulations to Allow for Additional Extensions of Application and Permit Deadlines Beyond Those Provided for in the Shoreline Municipal Code Due to COVID-19 Impacts

Presentation by Rachael Markle, Director of Planning and Community Development

On July 27, 2020, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 893, enacting interim regulations that provide relief for applicants by creating additional extensions of application and permit deadlines due to the economic and health impacts of COVID-19. Proposed Ordinance No. 916 would extend these interim regulations for another six months from the expiration of February 4, 2021.

Impacts from COVID-19 continue so the need for this has not changed.

Mayor Hall opened the Public Hearing
No public comments

Discussion
None

This will come back on Consent at the January 11, 2021 meeting.


Action Item 8(c) Public Hearing and Discussing Ordinance No. 917 – Extension of Interim Regulations for Outdoor Seating

Staff presentation by Andrew Bauer, Senior Planner

On July 27, 2020, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 895, enacting interim regulations for outdoor seating areas for existing restaurants and bars due to indoor seating restrictions related to COVID-19. To date, there have been five outdoor seating registrations filed with the City. Proposed Ordinance No. 917 would extend these interim regulations for another six months.

Statewide COVID-19 restrictions continue. This Ordinance will expire January 27, 2021.


Mayor Hall opened the Public Hearing
No public comments

Discussion

Council agreed that this is great opportunity for restaurants and the community and asked that it be added to the planning agenda for consideration of making this a permanent part of the Code.

This will come back on Consent at the January 11, 2021 meeting.


Meeting adjourned.



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All new Blackbird Café and Bar takes flight in Richmond Beach


All new Blackbird Café and Bar now open in Richmond Beach

Temporary Hours: 
  • Mon-Fri Dinner only 4-8pm, 
  • Sat-Sun 9-12 Pastry, Coffee and Breakfast / 11-4 Lunch / 4-8 Dinner
(Hint: Next to the fire education station and behind another building on Richmond Beach Road)

Hungry yet?

Chef Chris Hill introduces Blackbird Café and Bar to his childhood neighborhood of Richmond Beach. In the former Hill’s space, Blackbird features morning espresso, in house pastry, quality lunches and dinners with a seasonal, affordable approach.

“Our handmade cinnamon rolls, burgers, creamy chowder, fish and chips, fresh salads, killer espresso and breakfast pastries are truly exceptional and won’t break the bank.” Jordan Schey, General Manager

The new space is bright and open with white/teal accents, tile, exposed beams and a sleek modern ambiance. Guests will enjoy professional counter service, a full bar and cozy outdoor seating. 

Chris Hill has owned Hill's for 15 years

Chef Hill has had big success with Matts’ Rotisserie and Oyster Lounge in Redmond, as well as, Hill’s which he has run for 15 years. His decision to rebrand Hill’s into Blackbird was not an easy one but luckily, many of Hill’s NW classics will remain in the Blackbird line up.

“I’ve been called crazy for doing this but I really felt that transitioning to a counter service concept, expanding hours to the morning for coffee and pastries, while at the same time continuing our lunch, dinner and bar service will put us in a good position to weather the storm that has hit the restaurant industry. 
"My hope is that by saying goodbye to Hill’s and hello to Blackbird, our community can keep a much needed gathering place for years to come” Chris Hill, Owner.

Blackbird is a fun, casual Richmond Beach meet up spot from sunrise to sundown. Enjoy great quality food and drink, friendly counter service and that comfortable neighborhood feel.

--Photos courtesy Blackbird Café




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Jobs: Engineer III - Lead Project Manager

City of Shoreline

Engineer III - Lead Project Manager

CLOSING DATE: 01/05/21 11:59 PM

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Shoreline is an inclusive City that endeavors to build a work culture which embraces diversity, encourages participation, and promotes equity.

The Public Works Department is seeking a motivated and experienced project manager to lead and manage the delivery of complex federally funded transportation projects. The City’s 2021-2026 Capital Improvement Program is estimated at approximately $250 million, with a $156 million for transportation related projects. A senior level project manager is needed to manage complex capital projects and provide guidance and oversight to other team members managing transportation projects and administering federal funds.

DEFINITION

To manage and provide oversight of highly complex capital projects including managing public involvement, overseeing consultants, meeting schedule and budget objectives; grant management; to coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, departments, outside agencies; and stakeholders. Provide technical assistance, oversight, guidance, feedback and direction to other staff within Engineering such as other project managers, and administrative support including assigning tasks, providing training and mentorship




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Jobs: Housing and Human Services Coordinator

City of Shoreline

Housing and Human Services Coordinator

CLOSING DATE: 01/03/21 11:59 PM

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Shoreline is an inclusive City that endeavors to build a work culture which embraces diversity, encourages participation, and promotes equity.

This is a 20-hour per week authorized position. Job offer to the most successful candidate is contingent upon a successful passing of a criminal background check.

The City of Shoreline Community Services Division is recruiting for the newly created position of a Housing and Human Services Coordinator. While the City has several affordable housing initiatives, this is an opportunity to fully lead the programs. A successful candidate will have experience in affordable housing programs and the desire to make a positive impact on human services in Shoreline.

DEFINITION

This position coordinates and leads the City’s affordable housing program. As capacity allows, this position may also provide support for the City’s Human Services contracting function. The Coordinator performs analytical work of a highly responsible nature requiring program or contract development and analysis including presenting to City Council as needed; participates in the design and implementation of possible solutions to problems or opportunities; may advise about related policy development and/or code revision; oversees special studies; conducts contract, program and project management; ensures intergovernmental coordination when required; and provides assistance to other personnel as needed.

Job description and application



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Meet Shoreline’s Environmental Services Coordinator

Autumn Salamack, Environmental Services Coordinator
for the City of Shoreline
By Tracy Furutani

“We completed our first Climate Impacts and Resiliency Study this summer,” said Autumn Salamack, the Environmental Services Coordinator for the City of Shoreline.

“That study included recommendations for how we can make sure we’re prepared for climate change in our city plans and projects... 
"My job [in part] is to coordinate with staff in each department to review those recommendations, provide assistance using tools from the study, communicate the timeframe for next steps, and report back out to City Council on our progress.”

Salamack, who started her position in March 2019, describes herself as “a steward for the city’s environmental programs, creating, implementing and monitoring” work plans for those programs.

“I have to credit the City Council for their commitment to climate action and making it a priority,” including the creation of Salamack’s position, said Eric Bratton, Shoreline’s Communications Program Manager. 

He also credits the Leadership Team (which consists of the city manager and city department heads) for recognizing the need for the new position.

“We had an environmental services position within the Public Works department, which worked on environmental programs and the solid waste contract,” said Bratton, and there was a “Green Team” created in 2009 from volunteers in various city departments that worked on smaller projects around sustainability.

However, as the team worked on larger projects more focused on climate action, “it became apparent to the public works director and the city manager that we needed a single person to be responsible for the coordination of this work instead of relying on the volunteers on the Green Team,” he said.

Salamack, who has degrees in biology and environmental science and management, came to this job with extensive experience in environmental issues and sustainability with local governments and private businesses. “Everything from energy efficiency and building retrofits to electrification of public transport to stormwater pollution prevention,” she said.

Salamack plans in the next two years to update the 2016 greenhouse gas inventory update. 

“Are most of the greenhouse gases still coming from transportation and building energy use?” she said, adding that her goal is to document if the city’s environmental programs and policies had their desired effect in lowering greenhouse gas production.

Additionally, she will coordinate the update of the city’s 2013 Climate Action Plan, and have some “robust and impactful” community engagement and education in early 2021, with more online offerings.

Bratton appreciates her efforts. “Before, I was co-chairing the Green Team. Now, I can sit back and be part of an advisory group – it’s a lot more manageable with my other work,” he said. “She is the leader now.”



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Lake Forest Park resident to be awarded Master's degree on Sunday

Wednesday, December 16, 2020

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee will hold its virtual commencement ceremonies Sunday, December 20, 2020 in Milwaukee.

Among the 2,050 prospective candidates for degree attending University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is Ronald Rice of Lake Forest Park, who has been studying Information Studies and will be receiving a Master of Library and Information Science.

UWM is the second largest university in the State of Wisconsin, with over 23,000 undergraduate and graduate students.



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No-cost flu vaccines for uninsured adults

Some pharmacies use injections, some use the nasal spray
Photo courtesy unsplash.com
This year, the Department of Health says it is more important than ever to get vaccinated against the flu. 

Now through June 2021, or while supplies last, all adults 19 and older in Washington can receive a flu vaccine at no cost, regardless of having insurance or ability to pay.

No driver’s license, proof of residency or immigration status will be required upon visit. 

All flu vaccine recipients will be pre-screened for COVID-19 symptoms and be expected to fill out standard consent forms.

In the north end, the participating pharmacy is:

Safeway Pharmacy (Store #3213)
15332 Aurora Ave N
Shoreline, WA 98133
(206) 539-5500

If you have insurance most pharmacies will be able to help you.

In any case, contact the pharmacy first to check for hours, vaccine availability, and whether appointments are necessary.



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