Spring flower of the day

Sunday, April 25, 2021

 
Photo by Dale Bauer


This beauty is a Hellebore




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Buddha Jewel Monastery

Buddha Jewel parking lot
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

By Diane Hettrick

It looks more dramatic than it is.

The Buddha Jewel Monastery on NE 175th is making some tenant improvements to its existing building.

When you dig a hole, you have to fill it back in
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

As such they are bringing their stormwater system to city code. This involves putting two large underground retention vaults under their parking lot to manage the stormwater. They will repave the parking lot.

"There will not be any new buildings or additions to the existing building in our current plan."


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Learn How to Create Stunning Jewelry in This Online Class

Learn how to create rings, earrings, and necklaces with found materials in Toolbox Jewelry for Beginners, a new online class offered by Continuing Education at Shoreline Community College. 

This course is designed to help students understand the basics of jewelry-making by using just the tools in a common household toolbox, items around the house, and copper wire. 

Students will walk away with multiple finished pieces and the knowledge to continue their jewelry-making journey! A supply list will be provided by the facilitator.

Fee: $69
Dates: 5/5/21 - 5/26/21 (Wednesdays)
Time: 6:30 -8:00 pm
Location: Online via Zoom

Click here to view the full details for this course and register today! Questions? Please email continuing-ed@shoreline.edu.



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Coming up at the King County Council – April 26-30


Next week includes action and discussion on a range of issues, including tenant protections, a proposed fireworks ban, Metro service changes around Northgate station, and more. 

Here’s what’s coming up at the King County Council:
  • On Monday, a proposal to establish ‘just cause’ provisions and other added protections for tenants on month-to-month and fixed-term leases in unincorporated King County will be heard at committee. The Community, Health and Housing Services Committee meets at 1 p.m. on Monday, April 26.
  • At Tuesday’s meeting of the Local Services Committee, a proposal could see action that would allow search and rescue facilities – essentially headquarters for search and rescue operations, currently prohibited by county code – to be established within King County. The committee meets at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 27.
  • When the full council meets on Tuesday, they’ll take up a proposal to ban fireworks in unincorporated King County. If approved, the measure would not take effect until 2022. The council meets at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 27.
  • The Mobility and Environment Committee will take up a proposal to update Metro service in the north end to adjust for the new service to the area from Sound Transit Link light rail when the Northgate station opens later this year. The service changes would be slated to take effect in October, to align with the station opening. The committee meets at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 28.

All meetings continue to be held virtually to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. Meetings can be livestreamed on KCTV unless otherwise stated. View meeting agendas and legislation here.

Rod Dembowski represents all the northend cities, including Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, and Kenmore.



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Update on Linden fire and efforts to help displaced residents

Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire
By Diane Hettrick

The fire that displaced 45 people from their apartments in the Linden Highlands Apartments started in the electrical system, possibly because of an overload.

Residents are in temporary housing. Their apartments have smoke and water damage. They are now able to access their apartments to salvage what they can.

Local volunteer group Shoreline Caring is taking the lead to help. This is the latest update from Ty Stroud, one of the page administrators:

Call for volunteers!! I could really use (one and done for this project) help coordinating a HUGE relief effort for the fire victims. 
We need to coordinate several aspects of getting old furniture out, finding cleaning help, and doing a furniture/ household goods/ clothing drive. 
We will need trips to the dump (trucks and muscles), people who may be up for cleaning, coordinating, and outreach efforts. 
No matter how big or small, you are a vital key to this and I'd appreciate the help greatly!!
I think this may be a 2-week project, maybe a little longer. 
Please shoot me a PM or call/text (206) 369-6009 if you would like to help!



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Case updates April 23, 2021

  
Positive cases in King county

Vaccine Locations
The City of Shoreline published a comprehensive COVID-19 update. See it here

Case updates April 23, 2021


United States 
  • Total cases 31,795,248 - 62,579 in one day
  • Total deaths 568,237 - 860 in one day

Washington state 
  • Total cases 395,312 -  1,718 new cases  
  • Total hospitalizations 21,845 - 73 new 
  • Total deaths 5,434 - 0 new 

King county 
  • Total cases 95,878 - 408 in a day  
  • Total hospitalizations 5,664 - 19 in a day  
  • Total deaths 1,503 - 1 in a day  

Seattle - population 744,995 (2018) 
  • Total cases 23,524 - 77 in a day
  • Total hospitalizations 1,300 -  4 in a day
  • Total deaths 388 - 0 in a day

Shoreline - population 56,752 (2018) 
  • Total cases 2,252 -  11 in a day 
  • Total hospitalizations 194 - 0 in a day
  • Total deaths 93 - 1 in a day

Lake Forest Park - 13,569 (2018) 
  • cases 305 - 0 since yesterday
  • hospitalizations 17 - 0 since yesterday
  • deaths 4 - no change

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Shorecrest girls varsity tennis 4-23-21

Shorecrest varsity girls tennis
Away game 4-23-2021 at Snohomish
Shorecrest 1 - Snohomish 6
SC overall record 3-2
Coach Rob Mann


 



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Echo Lake closed to all activities due to toxic algae

Photo by Marla Tullio
Water sampling at Echo Lake has confirmed the presence of toxic algae. Echo Lake, including access to the swimming beach at Echo Lake Park, is closed until at least May 7, 2021.

Toxic algae is harmful and can even be fatal when ingested. 
Do not swim, wade, fish, or engage in other activities that would cause contact with the water at Echo Lake. 
Please do not allow pets to come into contact with or drink the lake water.

For those who plan to participate in the opening weekend of the 2021 Trout Derby, Lake Ballinger or Green Lake are the two nearest participating lakes in the competition.



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Medical emergency at North City gas station

Photo by Steven H. Robinson
There was a large emergency response for a medical emergency at the Shell gas station at NE 180th and 15th NE in the North City Business District around 3pm on Saturday.

After emergency attention at the scene, the patient was transported to the hospital.



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Third Place Books has a full week of virtual author events - one a day and two each on Thursday and Saturday

MONDAY

Click any day on the Events Calendar to register for the upcoming livestream author events, presented by Third Place Books.


Books are available for purchase on the event page - they ship around the country, and offer in-store pickup in Lake Forest Park.

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY AT 4PM

THURSDAY AT 7PM

FRIDAY

SATURDAY AT 1 PM

SATURDAY AT 7PM


Third Place Books is physically located in Lake Forest Park Town Center, upper level. Intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Way.


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Gloria's Birds: Their meticulously synchronized aerodynamics were a source of pride for Gussie and Gabe...

Saturday, April 24, 2021

 Note: there are three photos - all by Gloria Nagler



Photos by Gloria Z Nagler




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Dandylyon Drama offers Shakespeare camp for kids 10-18

Dandylyon Drama is proud to announce their 2021 in-person summer production of Shakespeare’s comedy Much Ado About Nothing. 

In the month-long performance camp, students will work with directors, learn performance skills, and put on professional-quality performances in full costume on the final day of camp. 

This summer production will be an entertaining blend of one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies and fun modern elements, keeping the campers fully engaged and excited throughout the process of bringing the play to life. 

The experienced Dandylyon Drama directing team is ready to support actors’ growth in creativity, compassion, and courage. All students enrolled are guaranteed a role in the play, and audition information is provided upon registration.

Dandylyon Drama’s Artistic Director Melanie Lyons voices excitement about the upcoming summer program. “This is our first time partnering with Shoreline Parks and Rec on an outdoor teen play,” says Lyons. 
“So many students missed out on performing on stage this year at their middle and high schools. We are thrilled to be able to offer them this opportunity in Shoreline.”

The Much Ado About Nothing camps will be offered for ages 10-13 and 14-18, and will run for four weeks, August 2-27, 2021, 9:30am to 3:00pm at Cromwell Park in Shoreline. Tuition for the month-long camp is $525.

Registration is through Shoreline Parks and Rec and will be open on their website this spring on the following dates: May 4th for Shoreline residents, May 5th for Lake Forest Park residents, and May 7th for everyone. For information and to be alerted when registration is open, go to www.dandylyondrama.org/register.

Performers will receive an audition packet with monologue and additional information.

Scholarships are available to qualifying Shoreline and Lake Forest Park residents. For more information on the scholarship program, Shoreline residents should call 206-801-2600, and Lake Forest Park residents can find forms at https://www.shorelinewa.gov/government/document-library/-folder-3518

Dandylyon Drama’s mission is to grow more creative, compassionate, and courageous people through quality and accessible performing arts education. They do this by providing supplemental performing arts education programs to local schools, as well as offering community classes and school break camps. Their team includes talented and caring directors, music directors, choreographers and teaching artists.



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LFP Garden Club keeping up with the weeds in Otter Park

The LFP Garden Club working in Otter Park
Photo by Cynthia Sheridan

Members of the Lake Forest Park garden club took advantage of a lovely spring morning to revitalize the Otter Park, located inside Animal Acres Park on Brookside Blvd in Lake Forest Park.

With fine outdoor weather and increasing numbers of people vaccinated, outdoor events are slowly returning. Unfortunately the weeds are returning much faster!



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Case updates April 22, 2021

 Vaccine Locations
The City of Shoreline published a comprehensive COVID-19 update. See it here

Case updates April 22, 2021


United States 
  • Total cases 31,730,950 - 64,053 in one day
  • Total deaths 567,352 - 775 in one day

Washington state 
  • Total cases 393,594 -  1,755 new cases  
  • Total hospitalizations 21,772 - 29 new 
  • Total deaths 5,434 - 6 new 

King county 
  • Total cases 95,470 - 408 in a day  
  • Total hospitalizations 5,645 - 24 in a day  
  • Total deaths 1,502 - 2 in a day  

Seattle - population 744,995 (2018) 
  • Total cases 23,447 - 90 in a day
  • Total hospitalizations 1,296 -  6 in a day
  • Total deaths 388 - 0 in a day

Shoreline - population 56,752 (2018) 
  • Total cases 2,241 -  5 in a day 
  • Total hospitalizations 194 - 0 in a day
  • Total deaths 92 - no change

Lake Forest Park - 13,569 (2018) 
  • cases 305 - 1 since yesterday
  • hospitalizations 17 - 0 since yesterday
  • deaths 4 - no change


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Commissioner Hilary Franz’s Wildfire, Forest Health funding bill heads to Governor


Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz’s top legislative priority, House Bill 1168, to better prepare for and prevent wildfires, passed both chambers unanimously and was sent to the governor to be signed into law today.

House Bill 1168 was sponsored by Rep. Larry Springer (D-Kirkland) and Rep. Joel Kretz (R-Wauconda). The bipartisan legislation – developed by a wide-ranging coalition of firefighters, fire chiefs, tribes, environmentalists, public health advocates, and forest products companies – commits $125 million every two years over the next four biennial budgets ($500 million in total) to boost wildfire response, accelerate forest restoration, and build community resilience.

“To our firefighters and communities on the frontlines, know this: reinforcements are coming,” said Commissioner Franz, who leads our state’s wildfire fighting force. 
“Today, the state legislature took a historic step to change the trajectory of increasing fire and destruction. In the face of an unrelenting wildfire crisis, our state is rising to meet the moment. We are rejecting the notion that we must simply accept devastating fire seasons as a fact of life in Washington.

“I cannot thank our community partners, lawmakers, my team, and others enough for all the work they did to make the case for transformative action and investment. This is a great day for our state.”

The legislation comes on the heels of another devastating wildfire season where more than 812,000 acres burned across the state. In September 2020 alone, more than 600,000 acres burned in 72 hours. And, during two of the past three wildfire seasons Washington had the worst air quality in the world due to wildfire smoke.

The bill now heads to the governor’s desk for signature. The 105-day legislative session is slated to adjourn April 25.

Impact on the 2021 Fire Season

It will take time to get the new resources from HB 1168 on the ground. Due to how the legislature works, this new funding isn’t available to DNR until July, which makes it difficult to deploy new fire fighters and resources this year.

For example, DNR plans to recruit 100 new firefighters. But, given the time required for hiring and training, those firefighters won’t be available until January. This summer, DNR is asking for the public to practice fire safety and to comply with DNR burn restrictions to help Washington get through the 2021 fire season.

Commissioner Franz added that we are doing everything we can to protect communities right now, including securing access to additional planes and helicopters and expeditiously dispersing grants to local fire districts. While it has taken the state decades to get into the wildfire danger it is in, she’s hopeful that HB 1168 will, year after year, turn the tide and better protect our communities.



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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Sounds good

 


Previous cartoons by Whitney Potter here






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Shoreline Rotary welcomes speaker Theresa LaCroix from the Senior Center

Theresa LaCroix, Executive Director
Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Senior Center
Join in for a Zoom Rotary Meeting Wednesday morning, April 28, 2021. Our meeting starts at 7:30am with President Robert Brouillard and Club Secretary and Greeter Clarita Bhat ringing the bell! 

You can use your computer, your tablet, your smart phone or even a regular phone to join in the fun To join our zoom meeting as a guest, please email contact@shorelinerotary.com for the link.

The Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Center, under the umbrella of Sound Generations, is OUR Center!

Executive Director Theresa LaCroix will tell us about what changes have occurred at the Center over the last couple of years that have really helped step up the services being offered to the 50+ crowd. 

From recreational activities and educational classes, to social and health assistance, there are many services to choose from, even during this challenging time. 

Part of their mission statement says “our staff, volunteers, instructors and facilitators strive to foster a fun, relaxed atmosphere where lasting friendships form and memories are created.” 

For many, the Senior Center is a lifeline. Let’s give Theresa a warm Shoreline Rotary welcome!



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Jobs: WSDOT Survey and Right of Way Technicians

WSDOT
Survey and Right of Way Technician | TT3

Closing date: 5/9/2021 11:59pm Pacific

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has two exciting opportunity in our Shoreline office for two Survey and Right of Way Technicians (Transportation Technician 3). These positions will work with the Survey Crew and Right of Way Office and are integral to the Organization’s mission of construction, design, real estate acquisition and planning phases of WSDOT projects.

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How to fight a brush fire on a steep hillside

Brush fire in the Innis Arden Reserve called in at 6:43pm on Friday, April 23, 2021.
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire

By Diane Hettrick

So how do you fight a brush fire on a steep, wooded hillside in the Innis Arden Reserve by Puget Sound?

You use the UTV (all terrain vehicle) along the beach south of RB Saltwater Park to get as close as you can - about a mile south of the park.

Then you climb 100 feet up the steep hillside (did we mention how much their gear weighs?)

Then you climb a tree to get up close to the fire, hauling fire hose.

The South County (Snohomish) fire boat comes in to help pump water up to you.

When the fire is out, you stay in your trees to look for and put out hot spots.

No one was hurt. The fire was put out. The cause is under investigation.

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Outdoor teen activity May 1 at the Teen Center features ice cream for all


The Shoreline Teen Center is having an event on Saturday, May 1, 2021 at noon called Time Gauntlet.

Individuals or teams of two will go around the field at the teen center, completing challenges as fast as they can. There is a total of six challenges.

The first place winner(s) will get a portable charger, the second place winner(s) will get donuts, and all participants will get ice cream!



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Helpful and comprehensive COVID-19 update from the City of Shoreline

COVID-19 Update - Vaccine information, assistance programs, and summer events
From the City of Shoreline

As the process of vaccination continues, new cases and hospitalizations are again on the rise in King County. We encourage everyone to continue precautionary measures and follow the State’s guidelines to protect our community.
  • Wear a well-made, snug fitting face mask and maintain physical distancing
  • Limit activities with unvaccinated people from outside your home
  • Avoid crowded indoor spaces
  • Improve ventilation in workplaces, businesses, and homes, including opening doors and windows when you can
  • Stay home from work and get tested if you have COVID-19 symptoms or were exposed to someone who has tested positive
  • And finally, get your vaccine as soon as you are able.
Vaccine information

On April 15, everyone aged 16 and over became eligible to receive the vaccine. Vaccines are free of charge to everyone no matter your insurance or immigration status.

Where can I get a vaccine?
  • Call your doctor or health provider to see if they have available appointments
  • Use Washington State’s Vaccine Locator to find appointments at local clinics, pharmacies, and fixed vaccination sites
  • For appointments in other locations throughout the state, visit the WA Vaccination Sign Up System
  • The VA is offering vaccines to veterans at local VA clinics
  • In home vaccination is available for those with disabilities or medical conditions that make it difficult to leave the home. Appointments are limited and individuals with the greatest challenge leaving their homes will be prioritized. To request an appointment, call the King County COVID-19 Call Center at 206-477-3977, 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Interpretation is available.
  • Public Health – Seattle and King County has a full list of vaccine appointment resources on their Vaccine Distribution webpage.
Need help making a vaccine appointment?
  • For those without internet access or who require language assistance, call 1-800-525-0127, then press #.
  • For telephone-to-text relay service dial 7-1-1 or 800-833-6384.
  • Tactile interpretation
Need help getting to your vaccine appointment?

  • Find A Ride: Use Hopelink’s Find A Ride website to search free and low-cost transportation options to vaccine appointments. The site allows you to search by region and accessibility need: Find a Ride
  • Coordinated Vaccine Transportation Helpline – created by Hopelink Mobility Management to support individuals experiencing transportation challenges in reaching their vaccine appointment. Callers receive individualized support for themselves or the rider they are helping through either an online intake form or by calling the Helpline at 425-943-6706. The phone line operates Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and is currently available to King County residents. Flyers are available in 9 different languages.
COVID-19 Funeral Assistance

FEMA is providing financial assistance for COVID-19-related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020. To apply, call FEMA's COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Helpline at 1-844-684-6333. Learn more at FEMA's Funeral Assistance FAQs.

There have been reports of scams targeting applicants for this program. Please note that you must call FEMA directly to apply for this assistance. FEMA will not contact anyone until they have begun the application process. Do not disclose information such as the name, birth date or social security number of any deceased family member to any unsolicited telephone calls or emails from anyone claiming to be a federal employee or from FEMA.

King County Rental Assistance

King County is starting the next round of the Eviction Prevention and Rental Assistance Program (EPRAP). The program helps people experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19 and at risk of housing instability or homelessness. The Tenant Pool will open on May 10, 2021, for individuals or households needing rental assistance.

King County Eviction Prevention and Rental Assistance Program

Summer Activities and Events

Camp Shoreline:

We will be offering summer camps again this year. All camps have been modified to meet CDC and Public Health recommendations for group sizes, social distancing, and sanitation.

Camp offerings will include Camp Shoreline at Spartan Recreation Center and Ridgecrest Elementary; The OC (outdoor camp) at Hamlin Park; Nature Vision Camps; Skyhawks Camps; Lego Camps; and many more. Bravo Sports Camp and ‘Let off S.T.E.A.M’ Tween/Teen camps will also be back this summer. Check out the options on our Camp Shoreline page at shorelinewa.gov/campshoreline.

Registration for summer programs:

May 4-5 – Shoreline Residents registration opens
May 6 – Lake Forest Park Residents
May 7 – Non-Residents

As more people become vaccinated, the desire to gather with others will become even stronger. However, we need to remain vigilant. Large gatherings like Celebrate Shoreline and the Noon Concert Series still aren’t advised. Therefore, the City has made the difficult decision to cancel these events again this year.

Shoreline Business Assistance

Restaurant Revitalization Grant (RRG)

The federal RRG fund will provide $28.6 billion to eligible restaurants. Eligible restaurants may receive a tax-free federal grant equal to the amount of its COVID 19 pandemic-related revenue loss. This grant is not yet accepting applications but will be soon. Keep this resource top of mind and check back regularly to stay up to date. Application and additional guidelines will be posted when available. For more information on how to prepare to apply for the Restaurant Revitalization Grant visit SmallBizHelpWA.com Businesses are encouraged to get started now, registering can take up to two weeks!

Outdoor Dining Permits

City Council has made it easy for Shoreline businesses to use their parking lots and public outdoor spaces like sidewalks and on-street parking areas for outdoor dining. Permitting fees have been waived and the process has been streamlined.

To create an outdoor seating area on private property, simply fill out the Temporary Outdoor Seating form

To use public property, apply for a Right of Way Permit Permit fees and the periodic use fees have been waived. We estimate it will take 7 business days to process these permits.



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Standing tall - for a while

Friday, April 23, 2021

 
Photo by Bruce Hill

A newly hatched, fluffy gosling at Bitter Lake stands very tall on unsteady legs.

Photo by Bruce Hill

After walking a couple of feet, it's time to lay down and rest.



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Register now for the Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Senior Center fundraiser


In two weeks, join the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center staff, supporters, volunteers, and beloved community for our Happy Days on the Horizon virtual fundraiser! Register today to receive important information and access to the fundraiser.


Our organization has been serving older adults in our community by providing a range of vital services. From Financial Workshops to Mental Health and Social Work counselings, we are here to improve the quality of life for our community members. 

We also have worked tirelessly this past year to help provide hot meals, wellness calls, and social opportunities. We could not do this without our amazing staff, volunteers, and health care professionals, and you, our dedicated supporters.



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Shoreline Stars

During National Volunteer Week, the City of Shoreline recognizes the generous, dedicated volunteers who make this City special.

Spend some time looking through our page of Shoreline Stars and celebrate with us: shorelinewa.gov/shorelinestars

It’s not too late to share names of people who have made a difference in the last year. 

Submit names and a brief description to cperenyi@shorelinewa.gov




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Flowers: Kissed by the sun

 
Photo and flower by Jan Hansen

Spring is here and this camellia is lifting its face to be kissed by the sun.



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Case updates April 21, 2021

Vaccine Locations
Case updates April 21, 2021


United States 
  • Total cases 31,666,546 - 62,827 in one day
  • Total deaths 566,494 - 875 in one day

Washington state 
  • Total cases 391,839 -  1,625 new cases  
  • Total hospitalizations 21,743 - 111 new 
  • Total deaths 5,428 - 6 new 

King county 
  • Total cases 95,062 - 448 in a day  
  • Total hospitalizations 5,621 - 20 in a day  
  • Total deaths 1,500 - 1 in a day  

Seattle - population 744,995 (2018) 
  • Total cases 23,357 - 90 in a day
  • Total hospitalizations 1,290 -  5 in a day
  • Total deaths 388 - 1 in a day

Shoreline - population 56,752 (2018) 
  • Total cases 2,236 -  9 in a day 
  • Total hospitalizations 194 - 0 in a day
  • Total deaths 92 - no change

Lake Forest Park - 13,569 (2018) 
  • cases 304 - 0 since yesterday
  • hospitalizations 17 - 0 since yesterday
  • deaths 4 - no change


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KC Executive Dow Constantine kicks off the 3 Million Trees initiative for Earth Day


King County Executive Dow Constantine on Earth Day joined community partners to kick off 3 Million Trees, an initiative that will plant, protect, and prepare a combined three million trees throughout the region by the end of 2025.

The initiative is part of Executive Constantine’s proposal for the 2020 Strategic Climate Action Plan, which includes strategies to cut greenhouse gas emissions countywide in half by the end of this decade.

Under 3 Million Trees, King County will plant 500,000 trees, accelerate land conservation to protect intact forestland this is absorbing carbon today, and preparing forests for warmer, drier summers that are occurring as the result of climate change.

“Earth Day is a moment for reflection, for inspiration and, most importantly, for action, which is why we are kicking off 3 Million Trees today,” said Executive Constantine. 
“We will build on the momentum of our successful 1 Million Trees initiative to achieve even more ambitious goals: increase urban tree canopy, protect forestland that this absorbing carbon now, and prepare forests for climate impacts.”

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Jobs: WSDOT Northwest IT Manager

WSDOT
Northwest IT Manager

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Northwest Region (NWR) Information Technology (IT) Department is currently seeking to fill the NWR IT Manager position. This position directly manages the IT staff and IT resources for the Northwest Region.

This position is required to conduct strategic planning, budgeting, purchasing, supervision of IT technical staff and serve as the senior IT consultant to the region. The Region IT Manager contributes to the WSDOT mission by providing and supporting the technology required to deliver transportation planning, highway project development, construction, and maintenance activities throughout the Northwest Region.

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Jobs: WSDOT Appraiser | Property and Acquisition Specialist 3

WSDOT
Appraiser | Property and Acquisition Specialist 3

WSDOT is seeking dedicated real estate professionals to join the Real Estate Services team at our Shoreline office in north Seattle. This journey-level position independently completes all types of property valuation assignments for WSDOT in compliance with USPAP, FHWA, and WSDOT rules and regulations. Work product is used to determine feasibility, establish budgets, and acquire and dispose of property in connection with WSDOT transportation projects. 

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced appraiser to grow their depth of knowledge into the governmental sphere and become a truly well rounded professional. The successful candidate will have experience in appraising and be able to independently appraise all types of real property and real property interests (e.g. easements, permits) to be acquired or sold by the Department of Transportation.

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Shoreline Council names Shoreline’s two newest parks

Location of the newly named Westminster Park

On April 19, 2021 the Shoreline City Council adopted names for Shoreline’s two newest parks.

The park to be located at 709 N 150th Street will be named Westminster Park and the park to be located at 1341 N 185th Street will be named Edwin Pratt Memorial Park. The City acquired both properties in 2020 using funds from Conservation Futures Tax grants and Park Impact Fees paid through new development.

The park naming process began with the City soliciting potential park names from the public for both parks. Taking all of the submitted suggestions, City staff sent recommendations to the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Board. The Board deliberated and forwarded their recommendations of Westminster Park and Edwin Pratt Memorial Park to the City Council. 

The property located at 709 N 150th Street sits almost in the middle of the Westminster Triangle neighborhood. Naming it Westminster Park reflects the neighborhood, the community, and its geographical identification.
 
Location of the newly named Edwin Pratt Memorial Park

The property located at 1341 N 185th Street is named in honor of civil rights leader and Shoreline resident Edwin Pratt. The location is close to both the home where Edwin Pratt lived with his family and the church they attended. Naming the park after Edwin Pratt honors his legacy and the impact he has had on our community. It will also serve as a place for reflection. As part of the requirements for using the Conservation Futures Tax grant, the City can only develop 15% of the park with hard surfaces, so the remaining portion will be a natural oasis.

As future funding is identified for design of these parks, the public will have an opportunity to comment.



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