Families to receive enhanced Child Tax Credit

Sunday, July 18, 2021


From the office of Congressional District 7 Rep Pramila Jayapal

Thanks to the American Rescue Plan that we passed in Congress, the enhanced Child Tax Credit will put at least $250/month per child directly into families’ pockets. This money is projected to cut child poverty in HALF across the country.

So how does it work?

The American Rescue Plan provides the largest child tax credit ever and historic relief to the most working families ever.

If you’ve filed tax returns for 2019 or 2020, or if you signed up to receive a stimulus check from the IRS, you will get this relief automatically through either direct deposit or the mail. You do not need to sign up or take any action.

If you didn’t make enough to be required to file taxes in 2020 or 2019, you can still get benefits. Sign up at: ChildTaxCredit.Gov

In the meantime, as we continue to fight this virus, my team and I are here to help. If you need assistance with Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal agency, please reach out to my office at 206-674-0040 or email us at Jayapal.Casework@mail.house.gov

Pramila Jayapal represents Washington's 7th District which includes most of Seattle, Shoreline, Woodway, and parts of Edmonds.

Lake Forest Park and Kenmore are in the 1st Congressional District, represented by Suzan DelBene.
Representative for Washington's 1st congressional district
Since Nov 13, 2012 (next election in 2022)
Democrat



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Save the date for the Briarcrest Neighborhood Rummage Sale - August 28, 2021

The Briarcrest Neighborhood will be holding multiple rummage sales on Saturday, August 28, 2021. Individual people will set up their sales on this day and the neighborhood association will provide publicity and maps to the registered sales.

If you live in the BN and want to participate, contact Alice Keller 
with the details in the flyer. 

Free to participate and you get to declutter while you meet neighbors!

Briarcrest is in the southeast section of Shoreline, bordering NE 145th down to Bothell Way NE.



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LFP Council Committee of the Whole will discuss reinstating plastic bag ban at Monday's meeting

City of Lake Forest Park Council Committee of the Whole meeting Monday, July 19, 2021, 6pm

Meeting is virtual

AGENDA
  • First review of applications for PRO and CON committees relating to Lake Forest Park Prop 1
  • Proposed Ordinance reinstating the operation and enforcement of Chapter 5.34 LFPMC, which restricts the use of plastic bags and non-compostable food service containers, and Amending LFPMC 5.34.060 decreasing the pass-through charge for recyclable paper bags

Citizen Comments (Each speaker has three minutes to comment)

Instructions for participating in this meeting virtually:

When: Jul 19, 2021 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: Council Committee of the Whole

Please click the link below to join the webinar: 

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Op-Ed: NUHSA - Join us in voting YES to RENEW the Best Starts for Kids Levy!

This election we have an important opportunity to give every child across King County the best start in life and the opportunity to reach their full potential!

Join organizations serving kids and families like ours, childcare workers, community leaders, and neighbors in voting YES to renew Prop 1, the Best Starts for Kids Levy, on your Aug. 3rd ballot.

Best Starts for Kids will not only maintain, but expand current programs that support kids through homelessness prevention, access to school-based healthcare, counseling, social and emotional youth development programs, and so much more. The renewal also provides families with access to high quality childcare, and ensures that child care workers earn a living wage – essential for pandemic recovery.

The Seattle Times endorsed Prop 1 saying that, “Best Starts has made the difference in the lives of hundreds of thousands of children, young adults and families. It deserves to be renewed.”

Ballots are arriving now. Be sure to vote YES on Prop 1 – it’s the top priority at the top of your ballot -- and be sure to return your ballot by Tuesday, August 3rd. Remember, you can use a Ballot Drop Box or return your ballot in a postage paid envelope.

Heidi Shepherd, Board Chair
North Urban Human Services Alliance (NUHSA)

P.S. Want to do more to support Best Starts for Kids? Attend our Rally for Best Starts for Kids on July 28th at 5:30 p.m. and check out the website to sign up to volunteer, get a yard sign, and more!



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Shoreline Parks Board meets Thursday



Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services/Tree Board virtual meeting on Thursday, July 22, 2021, 7-9pm


Agenda Highlights:
  • Director's Report
  • Urban Forestry Workplan Update
  • Parks CIP Update
  • Retreat Discussion
Link to the Full Meeting Agenda (PDF) - 90 pages

About the PRCS/Tree Board



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Governor authorizes emergency drought declaration for most of the state - but not central Puget Sound

Gov. Jay Inslee authorized the state Department of Ecology to issue an emergency drought declaration for most of the state Wednesday.

A historically dry spring and summer, followed by a record-breaking heat wave, have affected water supplies across Washington. 

The only areas excluded from the emergency declaration are Seattle, Tacoma and Everett, which are expected to have sufficient water storage to meet residential and commercial needs through the summer, and to maintain adequate water levels in nearby rivers to protect fish.

A drought emergency means water supply is projected to be below 75% of average, and there is a risk of undue hardship to water users and uses. A formal drought declaration authorizes Ecology to take certain measures for the purpose of providing emergency drought relief:
  • Expedite processing for emergency drought permits
  • Process temporary transfers of water rights
  • Provide funding assistance for public entities
  • Hold public education workshops

The governor also amended the state's partial burn ban to now also suspend the statutory truck driver hour limitations, to address the interruption in fuel distribution to firefighters. 

It will also allow the National and State Guard to assist firefighters. The governor also declared an emergency in 18 counties due to heat damage to roads and infrastructure. This will trigger Comprehensive Emergency Management Plans and allow for local coordination to assist in addressing the damage in an expedited manner.

The impacts of the drought and extreme heat have been worsened by climate change, according to researchers.

"Our state and its 7.6 million residents are under attack from climate change; it touches every part of our lives right now. It is menacing our world and our way of life in ways that demand and compel our full attention right now," Inslee said. 
"It’s a wave that is breaking on us right now and that’s why you could easily call this the summer of climate change."

Update: added information about central Puget Sound.

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Backyard Birds: Fledgling crows nest in the grass

Young crows nesting on the ground. Photo by Jan Hansen


Jan Hansen sent this photo and commented, 

"These young crows had been flying all over with their family.

"Then I watched the tired fledglings use the grass like a nest and call for mama.

"Sometimes it’s easier not to grow up. "

According to resident columnist Christine Southwick, crows actually leave the nest before they can fly. Well-meaning humans often "rescue" them - but nesting on the ground is normal behavior and their parents are still taking care of them.

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Gloria's Birds: Take all the pix you want, photog, but stay the heck away from our bread...

Saturday, July 17, 2021

Photo copyright Gloria Z Nagler

Clem and I are splitting it two ways already!
(Looks to me like Clem came out ahead:)

--Gloria Z Nagler


 

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UW Medicine joins new National Institutes of Health effort on rare genetic conditions

Mendelian genomics at UW - photo by Chris Frazar

UW Medicine has been selected as one of five leading genome sciences centers nationwide that will collaborate in a Mendelian Genomics Research Consortium. 

The National Human Genome Research Institute at the National Institutes of Health announced the formation and funding for the consortium today.

The researchers will deploy innovative methods to try to find the genetic causes of unsolved Mendelian conditions. These conditions are suspected as being the result of as yet undiscovered changes to or mutations in genes, or perhaps other alterations in the genome.

More than 400 million people worldwide have been diagnosed with one of more than 7,000 Mendelian conditions. A few examples of Mendelian conditions in which the genetic basis has already been determined are cystic fibrosis, hemophilia, sickle cell anemia, muscular dystrophy, color blindness and Tay Sachs disease.
But there are many more disorders --at least 3,000-- for which answering questions for patients, families and their clinicians still requires discovery of the underlying gene.


“Millions of people are born with rare diseases with unknown causes. Rare diseases are impactful in terms of the overall health of an individual,” said Deborah A. Nickerson, professor of medicine, who will head the newly funded Mendelian genomics research program at the University of Washington School of Medicine. 

 Co-principal investigators are Evan Eichler, professor of genome sciences at the UW medical school, and Dr. Michael Bamshad, professor of pediatrics who practices at Seattle Children’s Hospital.

Their team has already made many contributions to Mendelian genomics over the past several years by advancing sequencing technology and data interpretation methods to examine the whole or parts of the human genome. Their previous discoveries have provided immediate, substantial benefits for diagnostics and patient care.



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Jobs: Drumlin in Shoreline is hiring

The Drumlin is hiring

The Drumlin and older sister pub Ridgecrest Public House in Shoreline are both fully open for business again.

Two of our employees move to other cities next month. We are welcoming applications from qualified people to replace them. We can train people without direct experience; several of us have already transitioned from office to hospitality, where we only see people having a good day (or at least trying to.) 

But you must be able and willing to roll up your sleeves on evenings and weekends. We are hiring full-time for both positions, although we will consider part-time candidates. We offer health care and dental plans for full-time employees. 

The two positions are:

Bar: welcome customers, serve drinks, manage reservations, and communicate with kitchen and others. You must enjoy being genuine with all types of people; appreciate beer, cider and wine from the perspective of a bartender, stay lively; make others comfortable; move quickly and often (we average 7 miles per shift); have a positive relationship with your short term memory; work well in a team; and enjoy live music. If you’ve not bartended before, please demonstrate that you have relevant experience in a customer-focused position. Pay is $15+ DOE plus average of $22/hour in pooled tips.

Kitchen: prepare simple dishes (see our menu), follow simple recipes, wash dishes, organize, inventory. The right candidate could manage the kitchen, including ordering from distributors and farms and helping with strategy. You can be shy, but you must be very tidy and self-starting, and enjoy cooking and cleaning. If you’ve not worked in a commercial kitchen before, please demonstrate that you have logged many productive and rewarding hours in other kitchens. Pay is $15+ plus $5-$10/hour DOE.

See www.drumlin.pub for more information about us. If interested please email an application and detailed cover email to megan@drumlin.pub 

We’ll start interviews on Friday, July 23, 2021.



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Case updates July 15, 2021 - State reaches 70% goal


Our state reached its goal July 14, 2021. More than 70% of Washingtonians 16+ have initiated vaccination. Thank you to the more than 4.2 million people who helped us achieve this milestone!

Our work isn't over yet. If you haven't been vaccinated, visit Vaccine Locator or call 833-VAX-HELP to make your appointment today.

Or go to the UW Med vaccination clinic at the Shoreline Center, run by Shoreline Fire with the assistance of Bothell and Northshore Fire. It will be closing after Tuesday, July 20.


Case updates July 15, 2021


United States 
  • Total cases 33,836,677 - 39,014 since yesterday
  • Total deaths 606,190 - 285 reported since yesterday

Washington state 
  • Total confirmed cases 421,528 - 607 since yesterday
  • Probable (additional) cases 38,539 - 154 since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 26,071 - 39 since yesterday
  • Total deaths 6,042 - 6 new since yesterday

King county 
  • Total confirmed cases 109,267 - 127 since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 6,596 - 6 since yesterday
  • Total deaths 1,684 - 3 new since yesterday

Seattle 
  • Total confirmed cases 25,902 - 33 since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 1,455 - 2 since yesterday
  • Total deaths 425 -  2 new since yesterday

Shoreline 
  • Total confirmed cases 2,514 -  1 since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 209 - 0 new since yesterday 
  • Total deaths 101 - 0 new since yesterday

Lake Forest Park 
  • Total confirmed cases 335 - 0 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 17 - 0 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 4 - 0 new since yesterday


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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Something’s Fishy Here


Previous cartoons by Whitney Potter HERE


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Shoreline Police: Another 'bring your own bag' mail thief


The theft was reported by a Shoreline apartment manager on July 7, 2021 at 10:22am.
 
When deputies arrived in the 1700 block of NE 205th Street, the manager explained that the suspect had accessed the mailroom through a secure door located in the garage. The suspect may have used a resident's badge to open the door.


The stolen packages were sitting on a shelf located above the locked mailboxes. The manager believes that approximately 20 residents had their mail stolen. He was made aware of the issue after a neighbor discovered opened, discarded packaging in the surrounding area.

 
If you recognize the male or know anything about him, please call our non-emergency number at 206-296-3311, and reference case #C21020341.



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Flowers: Crocosmia getting ready to bloom

 
Photo by Dale Bauer
The color is working its way from top to bottom on this crocosmia bloom.

According to Wikipedia, "Crocosmia is native to the grasslands of southern and eastern Africa, ranging from South Africa to Sudan. One species is endemic to Madagascar."

Judging by how common it is in the northwest, it does well in our climate as well.



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Wear your life jacket when paddleboarding in Lake Forest Park

The 'paddleboarder' pictured here is a KCSO MRU deputy who agreed to 'take the plunge' during a recent multi-city water rescue training exercise on Lake Washington.

 By Tracy Furutani

Education, not enforcement, will be the emphasis of implementing the recent Lake Forest Park ordinance that mandates the wearing of personal flotation devices (PFD) while using human-powered watercraft, such as paddleboards.

The law was passed at the May 13, 2021 City Council meeting, and went into effect later that month.

“We’re not arresting anybody,” said Lake Forest Park Police Chief Mike Harden. 

He noted that his department was still considering options on the law’s enforcement, noting that the LFP Police Department does not have a boat or a Jet-Ski. 

State law currently requires that people using human-powered watercraft carry PFDs but does not require wearing them.

“We don’t have a mechanism to get out in the water,” said Lt. Rhonda Lehman of the LFPPD, thus the department’s officers will be using social media and city council meetings to get information about the law to the public. 

She referred to the Wear It Washington safety campaign as a source of good information on safety on the water.

The idea behind this ordinance was being discussed before the pandemic, according to Tom French, the LFP City Councilmember who sponsored the legislation. 

“In 2011, there was a heat wave that resulted in record [lake] fatalities that spring,” he said, which resulted in the King County Council passing a temporary requirement for wearing PFDs while on the water. 
“First responders were getting hurt [during water rescues],” said French. Additionally, as noted in the preamble to the ordinance, “there were 53 boating fatalities in Washington in 2020, 24 of which involved paddle craft.”

Lake Forest Park contracts with the King County Sheriff’s Office Marine Rescue Dive unit to patrol the Lake Washington waters along the city’s shore. 

“We’ve had a ton more [calls for service],” said Deputy Kyle Broderson. 

He noted that there were only four deputies assigned to the unit, with two assigned to Lake Washington and two to Lake Sammamish. He said that therefore response times to incidents could be upwards of an hour, so requiring the wearing of PFDs could increase water safety.

The Northshore Fire Department, which serves LFP, is supportive of the new measure. 

“Nothing is changing,” said Deputy Chief of Operations Doug McDonald. “All our firefighters maintain [and wear] PFDs operating around the water.”

The department is ordering an inflatable to assist in rescue operations. In addition, there are nine staff members who are certified rescue swimmers.

Other cities acknowledge that water safety is a concern but are using different strategies. 

“I support this [ordinance],” said Nigel Herbig, the deputy mayor and a city council member of Kenmore, but “a regional approach is better.” A rule crafted by the King County Public Health Department could make the rules about wearing PFDs more uniform across the county, he said.

The City of Bothell’s authorized kayak and paddleboard concessionaire, Bothell Kayak, requires its clients to wear PFDs when on the water in their equipment.

LFP Councilmember French agrees. “My fervent hope is that we see a regional response to this,” he said. “It’s a public health consideration.”



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Fires prohibited on beaches at Richmond Beach Saltwater Park until further notice

Due to increasingly dry weather conditions and because of a history of accidental fires occurring at Richmond Beach Saltwater Park due to open fires on the beach, the City of Shoreline is prohibiting all beach fires at the park until further notice.

This action is in conjunction with Governor Inslee’s state of emergency proclamation banning most campfires, bonfires, residential burning for yard waste, and agricultural burning.

If you use the BBQ grills at Richmond Beach Saltwater Park, or any of our parks, we encourage you to use extreme caution to ensure no accidental fires occur. Vegetation is very dry and can burn easily.

At this time, people can use firepits and BBQs on private property. However, if Shoreline, along with most other King County jurisdictions, moves to a Phase 2 burn ban, these activities will not be permitted.

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In the Garden Now: Clematis 'Arabella'

Friday, July 16, 2021


Story and photo by Victoria Gilleland

I was looking for a smallish clematis to grow in a pot on a trellis. Clematis 'Arabella' came to my attention because of its smaller size and lovely mauve blue flower color. She is a 'scrambler' or 'semi climber' so she does need a little help as she clambers up the trellis.

I planted my new clematis in its permanent garden pot in late April. By the end of May fabulous blue flowers had begun to open. Right now there are at least 50 fully opened flowers on my young plant with more buds about to burst into flower. She just keeps producing more amazing blossoms! 

I've read that Arabella is a very prolific and long bloomer. I'm a believer.



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Cities of Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, and Bothell say "Help Save Bus Rapid Transit Along SR 522!"


In an unprecedented joint campaign, the cities of Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, and Bothell are together urging their citizens to lobby Sound Transit to save the much touted Bus Rapid Transit service along Bothell Way (SR 522) to the 148th Transit station.

WHAT'S HAPPENING

Systemwide, Sound Transit is seeing lower revenues than projected and higher costs than anticipated (mostly due to the pandemic). The Sound Transit Board and staff are going through a “realignment” process, meaning that they are looking to significantly delay some of the ST3 projects. 

Our 522 BRT (bus rapid transit) project could be one of the projects to be delayed to 2030 or beyond! That’s where you can help. 

The Sound Transit Board has not yet made a decision, but their discussions are ramping up. The preliminary recommendation is to have 522 BRT included in Tier 1, the category with the shortest delay. 

We need citizens to remind the Sound Transit Board all of the reasons why this BRT project must stay funded and stay in Tier 1 planning!

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

Before the July 22 meeting, write a letter to the Sound Transit Board urging them to keep 522 BRT on schedule and in Tier 1. You can send it to the board at emailtheboard@soundtransit.org.

Attend the July 22, 2021 Sound Transit Board meeting at 1:30pm via Zoom. Sign up for public comment and state your support for 522 BRT. Find meeting information here.

The attached flyer has additional information and can give you some talking points in making the case for 522 BRT. 

IT'S EASY TO ADVOCATE!

The cities of Bothell, Kenmore, Lake Forest Park and Shoreline are seeking interested community members to form a coalition of citizens and business leaders advocating for the timely delivery of the Sound Transit SR 522/NE145th Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project.

Joining the coalition and advocating for this project will require a small time commitment with simple ways to show your support, such as signing letters or attending meetings.

Join the coalition email list:


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Free Meridian Park Walk this Saturday, July 17th

Photo courtesy Shoreline Schools 

Join walk leader Donna on Saturday, July 17, 2021 at 10:00am for a free walk around the Meridian Park neighborhood. The guided walk begins in the parking lot of Meridian Park School, 17077 Meridian Park Ave N. and is 3.2 miles long with a rating of “moderate” for some hills.

The free group walk is part of the City of Shoreline’s “Shoreline Walks” community walking program helping Shoreline adults stay active, meet new people (or connect with old friends) and feel safer and more confident exploring our city by foot. 

No need to sign up, just show up at the meetup location. For more information on Shoreline Walks, please visit www.shorelinewa.gov/shorelinewalks or call Recreation Specialist, Marianne Johnson at 206-801-2638.

Saturday, July 17, 2021, 10:00am

Meridian Park Walk

Points along the way include the Children’s Center, the small Meridian Park itself, the Jewish Cemetery, Shorewood High School, and Shoreline City Hall. At end of walk there will be an option to check out the improvements to Ronald Bog Park which is across from the school.
  • Walk is approximately 3.2 miles / 2 hours
  • Rating: Moderate (some hills)
  • Meet at: In parking lot in front of Meridian Park School 17077 Meridian Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133
  • Walk Leader Donna


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Lake Forest Park student on Dean's Honor Roll at University of Wyoming


The University of Wyoming lists one student from Washington on the 2021 spring semester academic Dean’s Honor Roll.

The honor roll consists of regularly enrolled undergraduates above freshman standing who earned a 3.4 or better grade-point average, and freshmen who have earned a 3.25 or better grade-point average.

To be eligible, students must have been enrolled for a minimum of 12 credit hours taken for letter grades.

The student is:

Lake Forest Park

Benjamin H. Newell



The University of Wyoming provides quality undergraduate and graduate programs to 12,249 students from all 50 states and 88 countries. Established in 1886, UW is a nationally recognized research institution with accomplished faculty and world-class facilities. 

Offering 200 areas of study, UW provides an environment for success. A low student/faculty ratio allows for individual instruction and attention, and undergraduates often participate in cutting-edge research projects.

For more information about the University of Wyoming, view the webpage at www.uwyo.edu



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Case updates July 14, 2021 - most cases and lowest vaccination rate in the 20- 34 age range

Washington state cases by age group
In the latest state figures, the highest number of cases and the lowest vaccination rates are in the 20-34 age group.

The UW Med vaccination clinic at the Shoreline Center, run by Shoreline Fire with the assistance of Bothell and Northshore Fire, will be closing after Tuesday, July 20.


Case updates July 14, 2021


United States 
  • Total cases 33,797,400 - 33,292 since yesterday
  • Total deaths 605,905 - 310 reported since yesterday

Washington state 
  • Total confirmed cases 420,921 - 707 since yesterday
  • Probable (additional) cases 38,385 - 82 since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 26,032 - 44 since yesterday
  • Total deaths 6,036 - 9 new since yesterday

King county 
  • Total confirmed cases 109,140 - 146 since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 6,590 - 9 since yesterday
  • Total deaths 1,681 - 1 new since yesterday

Seattle 
  • Total confirmed cases 25,869 - 53 since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 1,453 - 0 since yesterday
  • Total deaths 423 -  0 new since yesterday

Shoreline 
  • Total confirmed cases 2,513 -  3 since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 209 - 0 new since yesterday 
  • Total deaths 101 - 0 new since yesterday

Lake Forest Park 
  • Total confirmed cases 335 - 1 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 17 - 0 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 4 - 0 new since yesterday


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Scene on the Sound: cruise ship Silver Muse

The Silver Muse. Photo by Jan Hansen

Coming in at sunset was a small luxury cruise ship, Silver Muse. Part of the Silver Seas' line, this ship will take passengers on 10 or 11 day voyages from Seattle to Alaska and back.

From the Silver Seas website:

Delivered in spring of 2017, Silver Muse was built by Fincantieri and at 40,700 grt accommodates 596 guests. Representing an exciting evolution of Silver Spirit, Silver Muse redefines ultra-luxury ocean travel - enhancing the small-ship intimacy and spacious all-suite accommodations that are the hallmarks of the Silversea experience. Silver Muse significantly raises the bar in the ultra-luxury cruise market with a wealth of enhancements to the onboard experience, while satisfying the uncompromising requirements for comfort, service, and quality of the world's most discerning travellers.

Guests capacity: 596
Crew capacity: 411
Built: 2017
Last refurbishment: 2017
Tonnage: 40,700 Tons



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Dembowski honors American Legion Starr Sutherland Jr. Post 227 with a $20,000 grant

County Councilmember Rod Dembowski presents a check to Post 227 members while Shoreline Councilmembers Chris Roberts and Betsy Robertson look on. Photo courtesy King County

King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski secured a $20,000 King County grant for the American Legion Post 227 in Shoreline.

This old stove has seen many pancake breakfasts.
Photo courtesy King County
The funds will be used to update the Post’s kitchen (their stove is currently from 1951), renovate an office, and enhance a fire exit. 

The funds are made possible thanks to King County’s Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy.

“It was an honor to present a $20,000 grant to the American Legion Post 227 in Shoreline,” said King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski. 
“The men and women of Post 227 are incredible community leaders who donate their time to help others. 
"They open their doors to those seeking counseling, community groups, and host Red Cross blood drives. The improvements will make this treasured community asset an even more welcoming space.  
"It was an especially joyous event for me, as I was accompanied by my father Al Dembowski, a Korean War veteran.”

Councilmember Dembowski was also joined by Shoreline City Councilmembers Betsy Robertson and Chris Roberts.



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Drawing for scholarships for vaccinated students at Shoreline Community College


Still on the fence about getting vaccinated against COVID-19?
 
If you're a Shoreline Community College student, you're automatically entered into a drawing for one of ten $1,000 scholarships if you have proof of one shot by July 30! 

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Be prepared for wildfire smoke

Remember this? Our skies were full of smoke last summer. Photo by Carl Dinse.

Wildfires are becoming increasingly common during Washington summers and with them we have seen a spike in wildfire smoke across the region. 

University of Washington researchers have been working with Public Health Seattle King County to understand the risks and what people in King County can do to be ready for wildfire smoke. 

You can learn more here from the UW School of Public Health.



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New program will help house King county veterans

The first veteran has already been enrolled in the program. Photo courtesy King County.

To increase utilization of federal housing vouchers to house more local Veterans, King County, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and the King County Housing Authority have joined forces to develop a pioneering new program to aid local Veterans.
 
The Collaborative Case Management (CCM) Pilot Program will combine the power of VA and their federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) vouchers, the expertise of the King County Veterans Program social services staff, and housing units coordinated through the King County Housing Authority to help Veterans experiencing homelessness connect to safe and stable housing.

"King County is proud to join our partners at the VA and the King County Housing Authority to maximize federal and local assistance to house veterans and their families," said King County Executive Dow Constantine. 
"Working together, we are creating housing and supportive services so that every Veteran returning to King County after serving our country can secure a safe and stable home."


"Nobody who serves in our military, risking their lives to defend us and our country, should experience homelessness," said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Denis McDonough

"That’s why we worked with King County to create the Collaborative Case Management Pilot program, which will maximize our capacity to help local Veterans obtain and maintain the stable housing they have earned. I hope this collaboration can serve as a nationwide model for preventing and ending Veterans homelessness, and VA looks forward to implementing similar partnerships in communities across America."



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Save the date for the Briarcrest Neighborhood Rummage Sale - August 28, 2021

Thursday, July 15, 2021

 
The Briarcrest Neighborhood will be holding multiple rummage sales on Saturday, August 28, 2021. Individual people will set up their sales on this day and the neighborhood association will provide publicity and maps to the registered sales.

If you live in the BN and want to participate, contact Alice Keller briarcrestalice@gmail.com with the details in the flyer. 

Free to participate and you get to declutter while you meet neighbors!

Briarcrest is in the southeast section of Shoreline, bordering NE 145th down to Bothell Way NE.



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Sno-Isle Genealogical Research Library is open for business - individual appointments for assistance available

Sno-Isle Genealogy Library at Heritage Park
Sno-Isle Genealogical Research Library is now open and once again offering "one on one" brick wall sessions with a professional researcher, starting on Saturday July 24, 2021.

The library is located at 19927 Poplar Way, Heritage Park, Lynnwood. To schedule an appointment call 425-775-6267 to register. The 40 min. free session is available via zoom or in person at the library. 

Library hours are Thursday and Saturday 11am - 3pm. Appointments may be scheduled for 10am, 11am, 12noon, 12:30pm and 1:30pm. Please leave a message and a researcher will return your call. The library is also open for researching.



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Councilmember Dembowski delivers van to the Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Center, surprises Center with $20,000 grant

Senior Center board president Ginny Scantlebury and
King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski
Photo courtesy King County 
On Wednesday, July 15, 2021 King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski delivered a “retired County vanpool” 7-passenger Dodge Caravan to the Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Center on 185th in Shoreline 

He also surprised the Senior Center with a $20,000 grant from King County.

“Over the course of the pandemic I have had the opportunity to work closely with the tireless leadership and dedicated volunteers at the Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Center,” Councilmember Rod Dembowski said.
“They continue to provide essential services, such as protecting vulnerable seniors from COVID-19, feeding those in need, and vaccinating the public. 
"Their work inspires me and countless others in the community. I am honored to help advance their work by securing this grant, and delivering their new van.”

Councilmember Dembowski delivers a van to the Senior Center
Photo courtesy King County

King County Metro retired the 2013 van earlier this year. Metro retires vehicles in its vanpool fleet after they reach the end of their service life – typically after six years. When the vans reach this age, they are considered surplus and donated by the King County Council to local nonprofits.

The County’s Youth and Amateur Sports Grants Council District funds made the grant Dembowski secured possible.

The $20,000 “get active” grant money can be used for their senior activities, e.g. their yoga, tai chi, Hula and similar activity programs.





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Tickets on sale now for 2021 ShoreLake Battle of the Bands


2021 ShoreLake Battle of the Bands

August 10, 11, and 14, 2021


ShoreLake Arts is excited to announce that ShoreLake Battle of the Bands will be returning this summer to a live and in-person open air concert series at Pfingst Animal Acres Park in Lake Forest Park. Join us in supporting our local musicians!

Each night will showcase 5 local bands all competing for some amazing industry and cash prizes. Selections for the Finals will be announced on August 10 and 11 after all the bands perform.

Tickets are now on sale for $5 per night, and the start time is 6:30pm (roughly ending around 9:30pm). Each night will also include Food Trucks (TBA).

Participating Bands:

Pool #1 | August 10
  • Halley Gregg | Rock
  • Brian James and the Great Unknown | Pop
  • Cousin Wolf | Indie-Rock
  • Eric Blu and the Soul Revue | Rhythm and Blues
  • Living with a Bear | Rock

Pool #2 | August 11
  • Sam and the Savages | Rock
  • Aurora Avenue | Indie-Rock
  • Stargazy Pie | Rock
  • CANNxN | Pop
  • Your Downstairs Neighbors | Indie-Rock

ShoreLake Battle of the Bands aims to support emerging and developing musicians in Washington State and encourage appreciation for the art of music in our community.

The 1st place winner will take home $1,500 and a one day of studio time at Robert Lang Studios right here in Shoreline. The 2nd place winner will take home $1,000 and a livestream performance at Annex Room Studio.

Winners will be decided by the judges. Plus, crowd enthusiasm and excitement is a factor in jury decisions. So don’t hesitate to cheer on your favorite acts from the evening!

ShoreLake Arts is proud to present this event with major support from Jack Malek of Windermere, Robert Lang Studios, Robert Lang Studios Academy, Annex Room Studio, Monka Brewing Co., the City of Lake Forest Park, ArtsWA, National Endowment for the Arts, and individual donors, like you.

ShoreLake Arts COVID-19 Requirements and Guidelines: We will be adhering to all CDC and Washington State guidelines during the events.

Questions can be emailed to Terri at programs@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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Case updates July 13, 2021

Shoreline Fire held pop up clinic at all
four secondary schools in the district
73.6% of King County residents ages 12+ that are eligible to be vaccinated have completed their vaccination series. 60,000 residents in north King county (including Shoreline but not LFP) have not been vaccinated.


The UW Med vaccination clinic at the Shoreline Center, run by Shoreline Fire with the assistance of Bothell and Northshore Fire, will be closing after Tuesday, July 20.


Case updates July 13, 2021


United States 
  • Total cases 33,758,532 - 31,815 since yesterday
  • Total deaths 605,551 - 371 reported since yesterday

Washington state 
  • Total confirmed cases 420,214 - 611 since yesterday
  • Probable (additional) cases 38,303 - 92 since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 25,988 - 38 since yesterday
  • Total deaths 6,027 - 5 new since yesterday

King county 
  • Total confirmed cases 108,994 - 159 since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 6,581 - 8 since yesterday
  • Total deaths 1,680 - 2 new since yesterday

Seattle 
  • Total confirmed cases 25,816 - 54 since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 1,453 - 0 since yesterday
  • Total deaths 423 -  1 new since yesterday

Shoreline 
  • Total confirmed cases 2,510 -  7 since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 209 - 0 new since yesterday 
  • Total deaths 101 - 0 new since yesterday

Lake Forest Park 
  • Total confirmed cases 334 - 0 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 17 - 0 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 4 - 0 new since yesterday


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Shoreline Fire - 38 calls in one day

Photo by Mike Remarcke
What a busy day Tuesday for the Shoreline Fire department! 38 calls!

While we can’t always post details for some of our calls due to HIPAA, we like to keep our community informed of what we do on a daily basis to handle emergencies for Shoreline. 

We had:
  • 19 Aid calls
  • 10 Medic calls
  • 4 Brush Fires (variety of causes) 
  • 3 AFA (Automatic Fire Alarm) calls
  • 1 Smoke/Burn Complaint
  • 1 MVA (Motor Vehicle Accident)
We also received one of our new engines and trained on that as well as training for firefighter emergency self rescue out of buildings.

Great job neighbors on recent brush and home fire using garden hoses from a distance to help slow the spread while residents evacuated!

--Michelle Pidduck, Shoreline Fire



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Pacific Madrone: A Northwest Mainstay

This madrone is at least 100 years old.
Photo by Melody Fosmore
By Kathy Kaye
Save Shoreline Trees Advisory Board Member

The Pacific madrone holds a special place in the Northwest, both as a symbol of our unique environment and as a sacred living entity among our region’s Indigenous peoples. 

One document tells of the Saanich people on Vancouver Island who, during the Great Flood, tied their canoe to a Pacific madrone on the top of Mount Newton. 

In Oregon, Native American tribes used the tree’s berries as food and as fishing bait, and also for medicinal purposes (for colds and upset stomachs).

One of the oldest and best examples of Pacific madrone in Shoreline resides in Richmond Beach, on 20th Ave NW, the road leading into the Saltwater Park. 

This tree is at least 100 years old. It is not uncommon for Pacific madrones to live to 400, and many are 200-to-250 years. They can reach heights of 80 to 125 feet and diameters of 24 to 48 inches.

The orange-red bark seems to glow in the sunshine
Photo by Melody Fosmore

Distinct characteristics


The Pacific madrone is a broadleaved evergreen whose range extends from San Diego to eastern Vancouver Island in British Columbia. The Pacific madrone (Arbutus menziesii), also called madroña or madroño, is the largest flowering tree in the Ericaceae (heath) family, which includes rhododendrons, blueberries and cranberries. 

It is known for its smooth trunk, orange deciduous bark, white flowers and red berries. (The Latin name Arbutus translates as ‘strawberry,’ according to Washington State University.) Its flowers and berries attract honey bees and birds, especially band-tailed pigeons and quail, and is home for many types of wildlife.

Madrones typically lean
Photo by Melody Fosmore 
Climate change


While Pacific madrone handles drought somewhat well — because of its deep, expansive root system—there is evidence that the species is endangered and that its range is shrinking. Climate forecasting models show Pacific madrones may disappear completely from the west coast by 2090 (https://ppo.puyallup.wsu.edu/madrone/about). 

Both temperature and precipitation are expected to increase over the coming years in the Pacific Northwest, changes that can bring insect infestation, (wood-boring beetles), fungi proliferation (leaf spot, leaf blight, stem and branch cankers), root disease, shoot and branch dieback, etc. Climate change is a major concern not just for Pacific madrones in our area but for all hardwood trees.

Register your tree with WSU

In response to these concerns, Washington State University (WSU) is conducting a crowd-sourced data collection effort to improve our understanding of the distribution and condition of our region's Madrones.

Using just your smartphone and a simple guide, you can help with these efforts.

Peeling bark is typical of madrones
Photo by Melody Fosmore
Tree care


If you are lucky enough to have a Pacific madrone in your yard, there are several ways to keep your tree healthy.
  • Schedule regular maintenance by a certified tree service/arborist. Regular visits can help identify problems early.
  • Ensure that the ground under the crown is not compacted, which can damage roots. A tree service can aerate the ground to improve soil health and promote root function.
  • Refrain from irrigating, unless advised by an arborist, as these trees are susceptible to root rot from heavy precipitation and irrigation. Pacific madrones do best in dry, rocky soil that is well drained.
  • As with any trees, keep compost/mulch away from the trunk and bark, which can retain moisture and cause disease.
  • Call a tree service if leaves change color or drop early, as these are signs of stress in trees.
Good news!

You can grow a Pacific madrone seedling in your yard or in a pot. For more information, contact your local nursery. Or visit https://ppo.puyallup.wsu.edu/madrone/about/propagation/.



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