King county libraries begin to reopen - including ours

Saturday, June 12, 2021

The LFP Library is open for in person services and will expand hours June 29
Photo courtesy KCLS

All KCLS libraries will open for in-building visits by July 13. Curbside service will close. Hours will change at all locations. Most libraries will be open 5 days a week. Visit the KCLS website to find the reopening date for your preferred library. https://1.kcls.org/3venCUh

The Lake Forest Park Library is already open for in-person services, and their visiting hours will expand on June 29.

The last day to pick up holds curbside at the Richmond Beach Library will be July 1. The library will be closed from July 2 through July 6. On July 7 the Richmond Beach Library will open for in-person visits.

The last day to pick up holds curbside at the Shoreline Library will be July 1. The library will be closed from July 2 through July 7. On July 8 the Shoreline Library will open for in-person visits.


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Penny had hoped for a nest on a coastal cliff, but when in Rome (or at the Kingston-Edmonds Ferry:)...

Photo copyright Gloria Z Nagler


Photo copyright Gloria Z Nagler

Rare, for me, to spot a Pelagic Cormorant; they like to nest in inaccessible places, so on that count Penny wins. I am saddened, though, by creatures having constantly to adapt to "civilization".

--Gloria Z Nagler



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Transfer station customers required to prove they live or work in King County’s service area starting June 16

Tipping Floor at Shoreline Transfer Station
Mural by Carol dePelecyn. Terra Firma 2008
Photo courtesy King County


Sorry Sno County residents - starting June 16, 2021 only people who can prove they live in King county can use the Shoreline Transfer station.

To preserve access to essential services for customers within its service area and increase safety at congested recycling and transfer stations, King County Solid Waste Division will enforce an existing rule that requires all self-haul customers to verify they live or do business within King County’s 37 cities and unincorporated areas, which excludes the cities of Seattle and Milton.

Customers visiting a King County transfer station will be asked to show a government-issued ID, utility bill, rental agreement, vehicle registration, cell phone bill, pay stub or job site invoice with a ZIP Code as proof.

“Our transfer station system saw an increase of almost 25 percent in self-haul customer traffic in 2020 compared to 2019, resulting in longer lines that pushed traffic onto public roadways and potentially posing a safety risk – particularly at our Shoreline and Algona facilities, which are close to the county’s borders,” said Pat McLaughlin, King County Solid Waste Division Director. 
“We can improve public safety and reduce the strain of self-haul traffic put on critical services intended for our service area customers by enforcing this longstanding rule.”

The Shoreline Transfer Station is located at 2300 N 165th St, Shoreline, WA 98133.



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Shoreline Arts Festival returns June 26-27 in Lake Forest Park


Shoreline Arts Festival
A Community Tradition; Creatively Adapted for 2021

Saturday and Sunday, June 26-27, 10am-5pm

It’s back! We're excited to announce that after months of careful planning and countless Zoom meetings, the 31st Annual Shoreline Arts Festival is a full go! And everything you need to know about the event is now live on our website. Yay!

This year is going to look a little different, but our number one priority is continuing to keep our community safe. We have implemented strict health and safety guidelines. Key changes: reserve a free ticket online for timed entry, sanitation stations throughout, social distancing, and our artist booth holders upholding the highest cleaning standards. Visit our COVID-19 page for more info.

Now, let's get back to celebrating arts and culture in our community at the 31st Annual Shoreline Arts Festival! Reserve your free ticket(s) today.

Event Highlights:

2021 Festival Map and Parking:

We have a new location this year! One of the biggest hurdles planning for this year has been figuring out where we will be. Our 2021 home will be at the beautifully secluded Pfingst Animal Acres Park in Lake Forest Park. Just a hop, skip, and a jump away from Shoreline!

This fenced-in park allows us to implement COVID safety controls this year. We'll be back at Shoreline Community College in 2022.

With a new location comes a new map, as well as parking options. Get to know the lay of the land by reviewing our festival map and parking locations before heading over.

Parking will be located at Brookside Elementary and LFP Presbyterian Church in the afternoons during Festival weekend.

Volunteer!

Our volunteers make this event possible. We need help with tasks before the event, set-up, during the event to break down.

There are over 60+ shifts that need to be filled during the event. All adapted for 2021 to ensure safe practices. Thank you!

The Shoreline Arts Festival is a program of ShoreLake Arts with support from, Shoreline Community College, Jack Malek of Windermere, City of Lake Forest Park, City of Shoreline Parks and Rec, Irons Brothers Construction, National Endowment for the Arts, Shoreline Music School, American Dance Institute, Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA), 4Culture, Recology, Central Market Shoreline, and Smith Brothers Farms!

Thank you to our donors and members!

Please feel free to contact our office with any questions or concerns. 206-417-4645 or info@shorelakearts.org

ShoreLake Arts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to cultivate creativity and inspire our community through the arts. Established in 1989.



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Local Students graduate from Gonzaga University


SPOKANE, Wash. (June 8, 2021) - The following Gonzaga University students participated in graduation exercises during our Commencement Ceremony that was held on Sunday, May 9, 2021. 

These students have either completed their undergraduate degree or are expected to complete their degree requirements this year.

Lake Forest Park
  • Scott Doquilo, Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Administration
  • Seth Eisses, Bachelor of Science in Biology
  • Tessa Farnam, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Magna Cum Laude
  • Rachel Giroux, BS in Nursing in Nursing, Magna Cum Laude
  • Jaxon Muzzy, Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Administration
  • Brandon Okazaki, Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics (BA)
  • Michael Peters, Bachelor of Arts in Comp Sci and Computation Think
  • Schuyler Peters, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and French, Summa Cum Laude
  • Kate Wiper, BS in Human Physiology in Human Physiology
Seattle 
  • Alicia Bianchetto, BS in Nursing in Nursing, Cum Laude
  • Collin Cramer, Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and Business Administration, Cum Laude
  • Taha Hakkani, Bachelor of Science in Math-Computer Sci
  • Anna Smith, BS in Computer Science (BSCS) in Computer Science, Cum Laude
  • Hannah Wist, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Shoreline
  • Abigail Chen, B.Ed. in Special Education, Honors in Special Education, Magna Cum Laude
  • Marin Counter, Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations
  • Brendan Dapper, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Economics-Arts
  • Lindsey Ernst, Bachelor of Science, Honors in Biochemistry, Summa Cum Laude
  • Rachel Hansen, Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Administration
  • Julia Leon, Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies, Magna Cum Laude
  • Annika Nye, Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Administration
  • Garett Schultz, Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude

Gonzaga University is a private Catholic, Jesuit, and humanistic university providing education to more than 7,800 students. Situated along the Spokane River near downtown Spokane, Washington, Gonzaga is routinely recognized among the West's best comprehensive regional universities. Gonzaga offers 75 fields of study, 26 master's degrees, doctorate degrees in leadership studies and nursing, and a juris doctor degree through the School of Law.



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Local residents named to Dean's List at Gonzaga University


SPOKANE, Wash. (June 8, 2021) - The following residents have earned placement on the Gonzaga University Dean's List for spring semester 2021. 

Students must earn a 3.5 to 3.84 grade-point average to be listed.

Lake Forest Park

Drew Caley
Scott Doquilo
Jaxon Muzzy
Kate Wiper

Seattle

Sean Essad
Keegan Hilt
Peyton McKenny
Anna Smith
Hannah Wist

Shoreline

Stella Beemer
Hailey Belfie
Chloe Giles
Isabella Haupt
Hailey Hubbard
Julia Leon
Emily McDowell
Korrina Murphy
Annika Nye
Ava Olels
Sophia Rice

Gonzaga University is a humanistic, private Catholic University providing a Jesuit education to more than 7,500 students. Situated along the Spokane River near downtown Spokane, Wash., Gonzaga is routinely recognized among the West's best comprehensive regional universities. Gonzaga offers 75 fields of study, 23 master's degrees, four doctoral degrees in one college and six schools.



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Local Residents named to President's List at Gonzaga University


SPOKANE, Wash. (June 8, 2021) - The following residents have earned placement on the Gonzaga University President's List for spring semester 2021. Students must earn a 3.85 to 4.0 grade-point average to be listed.

Lake Forest Park

Carson Duling
Tessa Farnam
Rachel Giroux
Schuyler Peters
Lillian Visser

Seattle

Jonathan Hayes
Maliko Madden
Andrew Ray
Erin Ripple

Shoreline

Julia Brajcich
Abigail Chen
Lindsey Ernst
Preston Ernst
Tessa Foley
Rachel Hansen
Bella Mertel
Eleanor Reid
Maxine Andrea Reyes
Jessica Wymer

Gonzaga University is a humanistic, private Catholic University providing a Jesuit education to more than 7,500 students. Situated along the Spokane River near downtown Spokane, Wash., Gonzaga is routinely recognized among the West's best comprehensive regional universities. Gonzaga offers 75 fields of study, 23 master's degrees, four doctoral degrees in one college and six schools.



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Notes from Shoreline council meeting June 7, 2021

Friday, June 11, 2021

Pam Cross, reporter
Shoreline City Council Meeting
June 7, 2021

Notes by Pam Cross

Mayor Hall called the remote meeting to order at 7:00pm.
All Councilmembers were present.

Approval of the Agenda
Agenda adopted by unanimous consent.

Report of the City Manager, Debbie Tarry

COVID-19 UPDATE

In King County, reported new cases and hospitalizations for COVID-19 continue to improve as more people become vaccinated. Governor Inslee has announced that the State will fully reopen on June 30, 2021 or earlier if 70% of Washington residents over the age 16 have received their first dose.

In North Seattle and Shoreline, nearly 79% of residents age 12 and over have received at least one dose.

Walk-in vaccinations are now available, including at Shoreline Center.


PRIDE MONTH


Yarn bombed trees at the Park at Town Center

If you would like to decorate a tree near you to celebrate Pride Month, please send a photo to Constance Perenyi cperenyi@shorelinewa.gov so she can share your picture on social media.

LIGHT RAIL

Sound Transit celebrated a milestone last week by pouring concrete for the last of the 188 columns that will support light rail from Seattle to Lynnwood.


This photo shows the progress that has been made at the Shoreline 148th Street Station. Only three more years before light rail starts running through Shoreline.

Council Reports

Councilmember McGlashan attended the SeaShore Transportation Forum meeting. A representative from Sen. Pramila Jayapal’s office provided an update on what’s going on in Washington DC. As reported in the news, it’s pretty much gridlocked and not much is moving forward at this time. They are continuing to work hard at getting a transportation measure passed.

Chris Arkell from KingCo Metro has finalized the joint letter from the voting members of SeaShore (Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, Bothell and Woodinville) to Sound Transit expressing our need to continue with 522/523 bus rapid transit as promised to the voters in the ST3 package.

Shoreline signed on to the joint city letter but we should consider a separate City letter. My concern is if they omit the parking garages in the other cities, not only will our parking garages be overwhelmed but also our neighborhood streets.

Deputy Mayor Scully reported that the WRIA 8 Salmon Recovery Council released a report. As he’s mentioned before, there has been a precipitous decline in coho salmon. They have traced it back to a specific chemical reaction with automobile tire rubber. When it degrades in sunlight, it creates a chemical that specifically affects coho salmon. It comes from water runoff. They are researching how to stop that. One of the things that they know already, is that water that is retained and does not flow directly into Puget Sound or the rivers contains very little of the chemical.

Mayor Hall met with the King County Cities Climate Collaboration (K4C). They talked about reducing greenhouse gases from cars but, as the Deputy Mayor pointed out, that is not enough. We also need to address the rubber from tires and the metals from brake pads that go into our runoff.

Public Comment

Jackie Kurle Shoreline

Spoke about the enhanced shelter and expressed hope that there will be enough FTE’s to handle any potential increase in emergency calls and that the shelter will continue with its gradual approach to adding new residents.

Kathleen Russell, Shoreline, Save Shoreline Trees

Spoke about tree protection plans at private development sites. At Towns on 145th (145th / 1st Ave NE) there are conifers that are suffering from lack of mulching, surrounding protection, and water. Although arborists were consulted, there has been no compliance. This is a good example of the difficulty of monitoring tree protection at private development sites.

Jingjing Sun, Shoreline

Hoped to raise awareness of the persecution of Falun Gong practitioners in China, as well as the discrimination and harassment experienced here by her family who follow this ancient teaching.

Approval of the Consent Calendar
Consent Calendar approved unanimously by a vote of 7-0.

Action Item 8(a) Public Hearing and Discussion of Ordinance No. 935 - 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

Staff presentation provided by Rachael Markle, Director, Planning and Community Development

On July 27, 2020, the City Council enacted interim regulations that provide relief for applicants by creating additional extensions of application and permit deadlines due to the impacts of COVID-19. This was extended on January 11, 2021. The COVID-19 pandemic may continue to impact the ability of permit customers, which in turn, may cause delays for the commencement of development activities.


This is the mandatory public hearing.
Public Hearing opened by Mayor Hall
No public testimony

DISCUSSION
No additional discussion

Council expressed support for this Ordinance and agreed to return this item on Consent on 6/21

Action Item 8(b) Public Hearing and Discussion of Ordinance No. 936 – Extension of Interim Regulations for Outdoor Seating

Staff presentation provided by Andrew Bauer, Planning Manager

On the same dates as above, the City Council enacted and extended regulations for outdoor seating areas for existing restaurants and bars due to indoor seating restrictions related to COVID-19. Although the State’s reopening and lifting of restrictions are underway, the effects of the pandemic are likely to linger and some people’s comfort with indoor dining and gathering could discourage them from visiting local bars and restaurants that don’t have outdoor seating options.

These interim regulations provided for outdoor seating on private property by registering the use. There is no parking requirement. For outdoor seating on the City right of way, there is expedited permit review. Fees are waived.

Public Hearing opened by Mayor Hall
No public testimony

DISCUSSION

I would like to see this as a permanent Ordinance.
Reply: Staff is looking into it.

It might be more difficult to make this permanent once we get into the details of regulations.

Reply: All the regulations involving life safety, building, and ADA remain in effect. Also State liquor licenses for serving outdoors and any public health requirements in terms of food safety are enforced. What we do waive is parking and permitting requirements.

I think making this a permanent change will provide great support for our businesses and will also encourage growth of more restaurants is Shoreline.

There were only five businesses that took advantage of this. Do you have any idea why? Was it too difficult to do? Should we be targeting different businesses that have the outside space to do this? I would like to increase the numbers.

Reply: It’s difficult to tell. We did a significant amount of outreach. There’s not a lot of restaurants and bars in Shoreline with adequate space to do it. We will do additional outreach.

Not everyone is fully vaccinated. Some people can’t be for medical reasons and some have received only one shot. We are reopening the State so eating outdoors is a safer option now than indoor dining.

Council agreed to return this item on Consent on 6/21

Study Item 9(a) Discussion of the 2021 State Legislative Session with 32nd District Legislators

Staff presentation provided by Jim Hammond, Intergovernmental Program Manager


This “long” session of 105 days was an incredibly productive session. It happens every two years to set the biennial budget for the State. There were also many amazing policy achievements.

The session also made history as it was conducted virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Surprisingly, the remote session worked very well. It was not necessary to physically be in Olympia because the testifying was done remotely. It will be interesting to see how future sessions are conducted.

There were six bills passed regarding public safety and police accountability.These are outlined in some detail in the staff report so I won’t go over them now.

The Capital Budget invests $350 million for the Housing Trust Fund and other state programs that support affordable housing and shelter capacity.

The Capital Budget also allocated more than $120 million for a new 120-bed nursing facility at the Fircrest Residential Habilitation Center, and over $20 million for improvements to the State Public Health Lab, at the southern end of the Fircrest Campus. The State appears to be taking clear steps forward in planning the future of its Fircrest campus.

Debora Munguia is Shoreline’s lobbyist for state issues.

She reported that the City’s policy priorities gained significant ground: the legislature moved closer to a statewide transportation funding package and provided cities with new tools to support fiscal flexibility, including tax increment financing and an MFTE (Multi-Family Tax Exemption) pilot program.

There was a push to stop the MFTE program. The bill authorized an additional 12 year extension in addition to several other elements. We were able to get an amendment to that bill, specific only to the City of Shoreline, that created a pilot program for a MFTE.

Conversation with 32nd District Delegation

Guests are the members of the 32nd District legislative delegation:

Senator Jesse Salomon, and Representative Cindy Ryu, Representative Lauren Davis

Sen. Salomon

It was a surprisingly productive session. Going into it, we were advised to keep our sights low, and not do a lot of bills because things weren’t going to work in a virtual meeting. Quite the opposite occurred. A lot of good bills passed because it was so smooth and easy to get things done. I’m proudest of passing SB 5226 which says you can no longer lose your driver's license because you don’t have money to pay fines. This is a racial justice and equity issue.

SB 1534 didn’t pass and I want to keep working on that. It concerns police arbitration and the inability to obtain accountability because, in simple terms, of the influence of the police union and their ability to get officers reinstated.

SB 5467 makes drug possession a misdemeanor instead of a felony. The first two times a person is caught, they are referred to treatment rather than being charged. I remain concerned about doing something about open drug use.

Rep. Ryu

In the House we wanted to make sure we were protecting Washington’s families, workers, and communities as well as small businesses. And to make sure that we have an equitable and inclusive recovery from this pandemic. So we concentrated on four aspects of COVID-19 response: economic recovery, racial equity, social justice, and climate change. On the housing and human services side, our new Chair, Rep. Strom Peterson as well as Rep Gerry Pollet, Chair for the 46th District, did a great job getting bills passed.

HB 1128 is the Housing Benefits District Bill. It moved out of committee but did not make it through the whole process. I will continue to work on this.

HB 1070 expands the allowable uses of revenue from local sales and use tax for housing and related services, by adding acquisition of facilities or land. This allows King County to purchase, not just build, affordable housing for the homeless population.

I had worked on expanding the sales and use tax exemption for farmworker housing, although it doesn’t apply in our district. So SB 5396 passed thanks to Sen. Liz Lovelett, who carried that for me.

We took significant steps on both the working families tax rebate, as well as capital gain excise tax, but the work continues. If anyone is interested in the capital gains tax, please reach out to Rep. Noel Frame at taxworkgroup.org

Education is a huge responsibility of the legislature, so we concentrated on improving student health, extending accessibility, and cultural competency.

Juneteenth is a State Holiday effective in 2022.

We worked hard on environment and energy:
  • The bill on the cap and invest system to lower greenhouse gasses was passed and signed.
  • Clean fuel standards to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from transportation fuels.
  • Regulating super pollutants.
  • A plastics bill that will create a search alert economy for plastics recycling.

I introduced HB 1147 creating the Washington State office of Resiliency to help our state better prepare for natural disasters, including earthquakes, tsunamis, wildfires, drought, storms and flooding. We got it out of my committee but it didn’t move farther than that. We did get a proviso and funding so I will continue to work on that.

The Chair of the Community and Economic Development Committee is a new position for me.

We have broadband! HB 1336 Creating and expanding unrestricted authority for public entities to provide telecommunications services to end users.

HB 1259 finally passed relating to expanding public contracting opportunities for women and minority business enterprises by increasing the regulatory oversight and accountability of the office of minority and women's business enterprises.

And finally, my goal is 400 units of housing on the Fircrest Campus, somewhere on there besides the nursing home and other facilities. I look forward to working with you.

Rep. Davis

As Sen. Salomon said, we were advised not to try to do a lot of bills. One of the reasons we were given is that we have a $9B budget hole. But two really significant things happened late in the game. President Biden gave us $4B yay! We also had a much healthier forecast. People budgeting in the fall had a much grimmer forecast. I was told by many senior representatives this was a once in a lifetime session.

Childcare and early learning. The State invested hugely in K-12. We were compelled to by being sued. Once that was settled, we made a major investment in higher education with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). It details the delivery of federally funded employment services, workforce development, basic education for adults, and vocational rehabilitation activities for people with disabilities.

We were then reminded by groups of community advocates of the need for affordable childcare so people can go to work. We passed SB 5237, the Fair Start for Kids Act. The legislation will make child care more accessible and affordable for families across Washington State by taking a multi-pronged approach.

Sen. Salomon had mentioned the Blake decision. In the case of State v. Blake, the Washington State Supreme Court struck down the state statute that made possession of controlled substances a class C felony, removing any state criminal penalties for possession. 

This paved the way for SB 5476 making knowing possession of controlled substances a gross misdemeanor and mandating that jurisdictions provide treatment options. This represents the single largest investment in substance use recovery services and treatment in State history - by a lot. Currently we are not able to fund outreach services to individuals living with untreated addiction because you can’t bill Medicaid for them. In this bill we put $45M toward this statewide recovery navigator program. (You can read more about this in the April 26, 2021 edition of SAN.)

Going into effect in July 2022, DIAL 988 - a one-stop number for behavioral health emergencies.

Finally, I want to mention SB 5141, also known as the HEAL Act, that passed and will address the disproportionate exposure of Black, Indigenous, and other communities of color, along with low-income communities to environmental hazards in neighborhoods across Washington State.

DISCUSSION

Both of the Transportation budgets have money to finish the 148th pedestrian bridge. I hope this continues to move forward whether there’s a special session or not.

  • Davis:. I haven’t heard any whispers of a special session. But we have talked about something like a freeway that divides a neighborhood or city and tried to address this by listening to various communities.
  • Ryu: I haven’t heard anything about a special session either. But Rick Larsen (U.S. Rep for Washington’s 2nd District) texted to us that the U.S. House Transportation Committee is meeting to pass the Transit, Rail, Bridges, Bikes and Roads part of the American Jobs Act. His priorities include increased investment in bike and pedestrian structures. So there might be some federal funding available.

Shoreline’s 2020 Sustainability report showed that the carbon footprint of new homes in our light rail zones is dramatically less than existing homes. That is because we mandate Built Green 4-Star construction, the proximity to light rail encourages use of public transit instead of individual vehicles, and since the electricity comes from Seattle it is basically carbon neutral.

  • Salomon: I’ll note I’ve just been lobbied (laughter). When I was on the Shoreline Council, I tried to get 99 years of affordability out of these units in exchange for the property tax exemption. There was no interest from developers. It worked out to go with the 12 year limit and now we’ve been able to extend it

The staff report mentioned that the idea of paying by how much you drive was kind of dropped. It’s not very equitable, right? Houses cost less farther out. Why did it drop?

  • Salomon: There are privacy concerns with pay by mile. Also, the gas tax does not project well since we have better fuel efficiency. But putting a GPS tracker on your car - who wants that? Need to offer a flat fee or other low tech method of tracking mileage. This idea died but it is still in the mind of important legislators. It is still an active issue.

You talked about mental Health Teams and this 988 number. What would the mental health teams be?

  • Davis: Fortunately there are other states we can learn from. Now people just call 911. And every state has a crisis line, and there is a national suicide prevention helpline. But nobody knows those numbers.We need to have a different easy to remember number. And we want to hire actual professionals, instead of using volunteers, who can schedule appointments and provide tools, and follow up in a few hours to see how they’re doing. We need a mobile crisis team that can resolve these calls without involving the police or a trip to the emergency room. The need for police presence is very rare based on data from other states. As a side note, the police are glad not to have to be social workers.

Discipline vs union: where is that headed?

  • Salomon: I support unions but in police arbitration for discipline they need more regulation. It’s a heavy lift. There has to be huge support from the community. We passed a lot of historic bills about police this year. But this is needed and can’t be ignored.

Regardless of how we fund it, it is important to retain the infrastructure. We need to find the money for it.

Thank you for taking the time and always being accessible to us.


MEETING ADJOURNED



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2021 Richmond Beach Garden Tour broke all attendance records

Witzel Garden

This year's Richmond Beach Garden Tour was a huge success and broke all previous attendance records. 

Clark Garden

Between 350 and 400 people toured each of the nine gardens. The weather was a bit of a concern but the rain held off and didn't dampen the spirit of the hosts and guests. 

Clark Garden

Three miles away in Edmonds it was pouring rain but Richmond Beach was essentially dry.

Haugen Garden

The hosts gathered at the end of the day to share stories and toured each others gardens on Sunday. 

McCauley Garden

Thank you to all the garden hosts and volunteers who helped coordinate the event. Thank you to Sky Nursery and Beach House Greetings for distributing the tour maps.

Witzel Garden

We look forward to next year!

--Kris Fordice

All photos courtesy Richmond Beach Garden Tour



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Physical Poetry 2021 - re-imagined show "mixtape" based on annual dance showcase


PHYSICAL POETRY “Mixtape”

is a re-imagined show based on our annual dance showcase. This will be a collection of past and pandemic performances.

Premiering Friday, June 11


Shorecrest High School’s 10-Time State and 4-Time National Champion hip hop dance team brings the 14th Annual PHYSICAL POETRY straight to you this year on our YOUTUBE CHANNEL. 

This show will be available at no cost but donations are encouraged!

PHYSICAL POETRY consistently delivers exciting pieces and dancers to an always sold-out crowd. 

Professional dance companies from the greater Seattle area highlight the weekend's agenda. 

Exciting, heart - stopping, foot-stomping dance forms including hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, traditional folkloric Mexican dance, tap and many others, guarantee to keep attendees on the edge of their seats anticipating more.

WATCH ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL:

https://tinyurl.com/schiphopTV

(subscribe on our new YOUTUBE channel)

SUPPORT/DONATIONS:

https://supportschiphop.bpt.me/

Please consider donating the cost of a show ticket to our program! Suggested donation $15.

We also encourage you to find out more about each of the groups we will be featuring and support them!

ABOUT SHORECREST HIP HOP TEAM:

The Shorecrest Dance Team’s purpose is to promote diversity by utilizing Hip Hop dance as their medium. While learning teamwork, responsibility, and dance, the team develops camaraderie, and the importance of community. The program consists of a competitive Varsity dance team and JV team performing locally and nationally.

AWARDS include District Titles wins from 2004-2019, State Championship Titles in 2006, 2009, 2010, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, National Titles in 2010, 2012, 2015, 2019, Academic Excellence Award in 2006 and 2007. 

Coach Rex Kinney was awarded “Coach of the Year” by the WSDDCA in 2011 and inducted in to the WSDDCA Hall Fame in 2017.

Youtube: tinyurl.com/schiphopTV
Facebook: facebook.com/physicalpoetrydance/ 



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May was Bike Everywhere Month in Lake Forest Park

Photos courtesy City of Lake Forest Park


The month of May was Bike Everywhere Month and the "LFP – The Wheel Thing" team had six members
riding this year. 

Since 2009, the City of Lake Forest Park has participated in Bike Month. It's one of the events included in the City's wellness program, which in turn helps reduce our health insurance costs. The team members were able to log a total of 276.5 miles for the month. One staff member even rode during her vacation!

On the morning of Friday, May 21, City staff members were out on the Burke-Gilman Trail for Bike Everywhere Day, handing out collapsible water bowls for dogs and dog poop bag holders, insulated lunch bags, reusable shopping bags, face masks, environmental flyers, and magnets. 

It was a little lighter traffic than normal, but there were still several people who stopped by the booth. 

King County recently installed a bike repair station on the trail across from City Hall.

 

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Shoreline PTA Council presents a special quilt to departing Superintendent Rebecca Miner


L-R: Resident quiltmakers Lynn Franklin and Geneva Norton, Superintendent Rebecca Miner, and Shoreline PTA Council Co-Presidents Heather Segars and Amy Reed.


Shoreline Schools Superintendent Rebecca Miner, who is leaving Shoreline after seven years, received this incredibly thoughtful and sentimental gift from the Shoreline PTA Council. 

They presented her with a handmade quilt made of shirts from each of the school in the district for her seven years of leadership and support to our students, staff, families and community 💙💙💙  



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Police incidents with homeless individuals in Lake Forest Park

Acacia Mausoleum photo by Jerry Pickard 
LFP Police report that there have been over 12 calls and/or on-view contacts with homeless or suspected homeless subjects in last couple of weeks. 

Two subjects were sent to hospital for mental health evaluations due to the inability to care for self and/or danger to others. 

Other subjects were offered services; however, they refused.

The police have received several calls on a panhandler at Albertsons. The subject and his young child were contacted by officers and offered services; the subject continues to decline offers.

A homeless subject previously trespassed from Acacia, caused approximately $20,000 in damage to the marble in the mausoleum. The damage was caused by writing on untreated marble with Sharpie type pen.

Previously, officers received regular complaints regarding a small trailer parked legally. Subject is repairing trailer to live in after his lease is up in his LFP apartment. Officers worked with church officials to provide temporary parking in the church parking lot.



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Bees and Butterflies - free online class


Kick off your summer gardening with a free Savvy Gardener Class hosted by North City Water District

Come learn the small footsteps you can take to bring more wildlife to your yard. Butterflies, bees and birds bring movement, color and pollination benefits to our gardens. 

Along with learning how easy it is to make a big difference in your garden, you will be given plant lists that attract these special creatures.

Ladd Smith
BEES AND BUTTERFLIES: A FREE ONLINE CLASS

Instructed by Ladd Smith of In Harmony Landscapes
Thursday, June 24, 2021
6:30–8:00pm
Held ONLINE via ZOOM*

About Our Presenter:

In 1994, Ladd Smith co-founded In Harmony Sustainable Landscapes in Bothell with his business partner Mark Gile, based on their lifelong shared passion for protecting the environment. 

Ladd is a graduate from University of Nevada in Reno with a BS degree in Ornamental Horticulture. He has more than 25 years’ experience as a professional horticulturist, and a sought after speaker on various organic landscaping topics.

Email Registration Required

This Savvy Gardener class is being held online using the free Zoom platform. To register, you must provide your name and email address to theresah@northcitywater.org to receive a link to join the class.

For more information visit www.northcitywater.org



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A look over the fence: 185th station construction

 
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

It's hard to get a good look at the 185th station construction by driving by, so Steve got some photos of what's going on.

Photo by Steven H. Robinson

The whole stretch of I-5 from 185th in Shoreline past the Mountlake Terrace station just over the border in Snohomish county is under construction. 

Photo by Steven H. Robinson


This will be the Shoreline North 185th station, with a parking garage and bus lanes. Metro has promised that once the station is operational they will have a variety of bus routes to the station, including vans.



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Case updates June 9, 2021 - last Saturday vaccination clinic in Shoreline June 12

Waiting area after vaccination. The last Saturday
clinic is this weekend 9am to 1pm.
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
The UW Med North King County (fire department) vaccination clinic is located at the Shoreline Center auditorium, north entrance, 18560 1st Avenue NE

Mondays - Fridays, 7:30am - 6:00pm. Moderna and Pfizer are offered at this site for anyone over the age of 12.

The last Saturday clinic (9am - 1pm) is this weekend, June 12, 2021.

The clinic is provided by a partnership between the University of Washington, Shoreline School District, Shoreline Fire, Northshore Fire, and Bothell Fire. Call 206-520-8700 for a guaranteed appointment or just walk in.

The state is offering incentives for vaccinated residents. See article. Check your voicemail - you have only 72 hours to respond. The Seattle Times published info on the process (here)

If you get a call saying you have won in the drawing, do not provide personal info over the phone. Call the lottery office 360-810-2888. 


Case updates June 9, 2021


United States 
  • Total cases 33,246,578 - 14,283 in one day
  • Total deaths 596,059 - 398 in one day

Washington state 
  • Total confirmed cases 407,403 - 601 new since yesterday
  • Probable (additional) cases 35,412 -116 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 24,730 - 57 since yesterday
  • Total deaths 5,803 -  10 new since yesterday

King county  
  • Total confirmed cases 106,200 - 138 new since yesterday   
  • Total hospitalizations 6,262 - 6 new since yesterday  
  • Total deaths 1,612 - 3 new since yesterday

Seattle - population 744,995 (2018) 
  • Total confirmed cases 25,149 -  44 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 1,409 -  1 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 419 -  0 new since yesterday

Shoreline - population 56,752 (2018) 
  • Total confirmed cases 2,447 -  1 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 204 - 0 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 101 - 0 new since yesterday

Lake Forest Park - 13,569 (2018) 
  • Total confirmed cases 324 -   1 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 17 - 0 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 4 - 0 new since yesterday

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Candidate statement: Stephanie Angelis, Lake Forest Park City Council Position 3

Stephanie Angelis
Statement from the candidate:

Stephanie Angelis—an environmental professional, community conduit and advocate for underserved populations—has filed to run for Lake Forest Park City Council Position 3.

I moved to Washington State with my grandparents when I was 7 years old. They made their home in what became Shoreline, the city in which I lived for more than 20 years. I benefited from the amazing School District that Lake Forest Park and Shoreline share. I graduated from Shorewood HS, Shoreline Community College, and finally the University of Washington. When I moved to Lake Forest Park I immediately fell in love with the character, urban forest and wildlife in our incredible City. My education, professional experience, and advocacy have all centered around three priorities: Environmental Ethics, Building Community, and Affordable Housing.

At the UW, I majored in Environmental Studies and Minored in Marine Biology. My elective studies focused on the history of environmental law which triggered major restoration regulations as well as systems for monitoring ongoing water and air pollution. My Capstone research involved documenting, analyzing, and presenting Clean Water Act violations, in partnership with the Puget Soundkeeper Alliance. Our work led to successful lawsuits against polluters and numerous cleanup events which I was heavily involved with, including a large-scale creosote log removal project in Seattle’s Lincoln Park.

On the Lake Forest Park City Council I would champion equity, protect biodiversity, perform consistent meaningful outreach, and encourage active participation in our democratic process. I spent six years representing local utilities, encouraging energy efficiency, conducting community events and educating the public

I serve on the Board of Ballinger Neighborhood Association where I encourage event participation from LFP, MLT, and Shoreline, such as our Outdoor Movie Night and 2019’s Friendship Fair. I assist the Garden Committee in garden revitalization and provide direct outreach to our growing, diverse community. In 2015-2019, I represented Ballinger on the Shoreline Council of Neighborhoods, and served on their Board. In addition, I was a member of Shoreline’s Sidewalk Advisory Committee where I worked with, supported, and advocated for people experiencing disability, in their fight for access. Lastly, I served Ballinger as PCO with the 32nd LD Democrats.

My advocacy work centers on lived experiences of low-income and homeless individuals. I communicate directly with, and support the rights of non-sanctioned campers and the recently housed. I have volunteered and advocated for shelters in King County, and advocated for the recently enacted HB 1236, which ended no-cause eviction. I make an effort to model compassion as a small-scale landlord, am proud to serve our communities through ongoing direct action, and encourage localized and legislative advocacy. My passion for affordable and accessible housing led me to become a licensed Realtor for Keller Williams Greater Seattle where I specialize in down payment assistance and supporting first time home buyers.

On the Lake Forest Park City Council, I will use my educational, professional, and advocacy expertise to build community, while representing the needs of our diverse residents. As a Member of the Council, I will:
  • Improve safety of the City’s roads and sidewalks as transit increases.
  • Encourage low-impact development, and support affordable housing.
  • Remove barriers to home businesses, increasing local jobs and services, and spark green innovation.
  • Reverse historical redlining, welcome diversity in our community, and encourage density while preserving character, beauty and quality.
  • Support functional, biodiverse ecosystems, open spaces, parks, and explore calls for additional public waterfront access.
  • Encourage inclusive activities, artistic and educational events to bring us together and bolster community roots.
  • Conserve urban forests to ensure tree cover provides shade to our watershed in perpetuity, celebrate homeowners that partner with the land.
Lake Forest Park is an incredible place to recreate, live, and visit. Working together we can realize a sustainable, growing, economically vibrant, and equitable community. We can also achieve a thriving business community, deepen our civic connection, and create a truly model environmental community. I would be honored to connect with you, to listen, discuss, and encourage local advocacy. It would be a privilege to have your vote in November!

Email: Stephanie@AngelisForLFP
Website: AngelisForLFP.com
Facebook Page https://tinyurl.com/AngelisForLFP


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Flowers are bright but grass is brown

Thursday, June 10, 2021

Photo by Lee Lageschulte

Lee Lageschulte managed to find a bright spot but she is very concerned about how brown the grass is on the trail over RB Saltwater Park.

Photo by Lee Lageschulte

"The grass is totally brown on the trail. I have never seen it this brown this early in summer."


 

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Celebrate Juneteenth: Journeys of Remembrance


Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, is the oldest known holiday commemorating the emancipation of the enslaved people in the United States. 

Join King county libraries in celebration as we honor the richness of Black American culture, heritage, legacy, and freedom.

Full program listing for the week of June 15 - 19: www.kcls.org/Juneteenth

Also, celebrate with a book from the reading list www.kcls.org/JuneteenthReads

Juneteenth Family Story Time
Tuesday, June 15, 10:30-11am
Family program, all ages welcome with adult.

Artist and Educator Courtney Clark will read the story Cornrows by Camille Yarbrough. Also, enjoy a poetry reading by Kiana Davis and music by Joe Williams, composer and pianist.

Register here

Juneteenth: Stories of Migration with Fabric Art
Wednesday, June 16, 7-8pm
For all ages.
Presented by Fabric Artist, Alice Beasley.

World-renown fabric artist, Alice Beasley, will share her story, techniques and inspiration. She will discuss her work, Blood Line, in relation to the African diaspora and African American experience.

Register here

Juneteenth: An Introduction to African-American Genealogy
Thursday, June 17, 7-8:30pm
For adults, all ages welcome.
Presented by Dr. Janice Lovelace.

Are you looking for information about your African American ancestors? Many researchers struggle to break through the wall of slavery and legalized segregation. This presentation looks at unique resources along with standard censuses, probate and vital records to identify emancipated slaves and their prior slave-owners.

Register here

Create a Juneteenth Picnic
Friday, June 18, 12-1pm
For all ages.
Presented by Chef Matt Lewis.

Chef Matt Lewis, owner of Where ya at, Matt?, will show how to make some of his favorite picnic items. Growing up in New Orleans, Matt will also share stories and the importance of Juneteenth.

Register here

Juneteenth: Journeys of Remembrance Celebration
Saturday, June 19, 10-11am
For all ages.

Contributing artists: Courtney Clark, Kiana Davis, Abigail Ferrigno (We.APP Youth Scholar), Damien Geter, Black Stax and Joe Williams. Experience Juneteenth through the lens of local artists and creatives. Learn the history, traditions and story of the African American journey from slavery to emancipation and beyond.

Register here

Celebrating Juneteenth through Poetry with Silver Kite Arts
Saturday, June 19, 1:30-2:30pm
Ages 18 and older.
Facilitated by AvionaCreatrix Rodriguez Brown.

Learn to define poetry as a healing passage of oneself from the inside to the outside. Explore what it means to use the feelings inside of us and put them to paper using poetry.

Register here



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Case updates June 8, 2021

Get vaccinated for a chance at the state lottery
Photo by Gidget Terpstra
The UW Med North King County (fire department) vaccination clinic is located at the Shoreline Center, north entrance, 18560 1st Avenue NE

Mondays - Fridays, 7:30am - 6:00pm; Saturdays 9:00am - 1:30pm. Both Moderna and Pfizer are offered at this site for anyone over the age of 12.

The clinic is provided by a partnership between the University of Washington, Shoreline School District, Shoreline Fire, Northshore Fire, and Bothell Fire. Call 206-520-8700 for a guaranteed appointment or walk in.

The state is offering incentives for vaccinated residents. See article. Check your voicemail - you have only 72 hours to respond. The Seattle Times published info on the process (here)

If you get a call saying you have won in the drawing, do not provide personal info over the phone. Call the lottery office 360-810-2888. 


Case updates June 8, 2021


United States 
  • Total cases 33,224,075 - 13,429 in one day
  • Total deaths 595,625 - 287 in one day

Washington state 
  • Total confirmed cases 406,802
  • Probable (additional) cases 35,296  
  • Total hospitalizations 24,673 - 54 since yesterday
  • Total deaths 5,793 -  8 new since yesterday

King county  
  • Total confirmed cases 106,062 - 159 new since yesterday   
  • Total hospitalizations 6,256 - 17 new since yesterday  
  • Total deaths 1,609 - 2 new since yesterday

Seattle - population 744,995 (2018) 
  • Total confirmed cases 25,105 -  11 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 1,408 -  5 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 419 -  0 new since yesterday

Shoreline - population 56,752 (2018) 
  • Total confirmed cases 2,446 -  2 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 204 - 2 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 101 - 0 new since yesterday

Lake Forest Park - 13,569 (2018) 
  • Total confirmed cases 323 -   0 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 17 - 0 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 4 - 0 new since yesterday

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