Biking the Burke Gilman Trail

Saturday, November 12, 2022

Photo by David Walton

 The Burke Gilman Trail is beautiful in fall, as seen through the eyes of bicyclist David Walton.



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Home sales in Lake Forest Park during October 2022

The following are properties that sold in Lake Forest Park during the month of October 2022. Data compiled for the Shoreline Area News by the Shoreline Windermere office.




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Stride S3 draft designs at 60% for bus service down Bothell Way to Kenmore, LFP, Shoreline

Stride 3 bus photo courtesy Sound Transit
The Stride S3 Line 60% draft design plans for Seattle, Shoreline, Lake Forest Park and Kenmore are now available online. 

Sound Transit looks to continue its collaboration with transit partners, members of the public and city jurisdictions by sharing these early drafts. 

These designs are subject to change as the project team works on design details with stakeholders and advances our fieldwork studies to better understand the existing conditions of the project corridor. 

Updates to the 60% design will be shared in early 2023 through a large-scale public engagement effort, which will include an online open house, continued one-on-one property owner conversations and city specific drop-in sessions for members of the general public.

On the 60% draft design maps, or roll plots, you’ll see multiple colors which correspond to different aspects of the project. We have included a legend on the map in the lower right-hand corner for more detailed information.

Since our last large-scale engagement effort where we shared the 30% design, the project has reached the following milestones:

On Aug. 5, 2021, the Sound Transit Board adopted a realigned capital plan to address the global pandemic, rising construction and real estate costs, and supply chain shortages affecting many voter-approved regional transit expansion projects. 

Based on revenue projections and cost estimates, the Board’s plan identifies 2026/27 as the new timeframe to begin service on the Stride project. While this new timeline is later than the original opening date of 2024, the Sound Transit Board identified Stride as a top-tier project, resulting in the least amount of timeline delays when compared to other projects in the region.

The Board’s Realignment decision prioritized expediting Stride service openings, while identifying later targets for opening the three planned park-and-ride facilities associated with the SR 522/NE 145th project:
  • Additional parking at the Kenmore Park-and-Ride lot – scheduled for 2034
  • New parking in downtown Bothell – scheduled for 2034
  • New parking at the Lake Forest Park Town Center – scheduled for 2044

In fall 2021, the Sound Transit board identified the project to be built, meaning the project was authorized to move forward as generally shown in the 30% design. Read more about the Board action here.

Since late 2021, Stride has continued conversations with jurisdictions along the corridor to ensure the project meets code requirements and the needs of their residents. We have also reached out to potentially impacted property owners to clarify the design of the corridor and our property acquisition process. 

We will continue to work with jurisdictions and property owners to refine design details. Impacted property owners should be aware that these draft designs do not include specific details for our proposed design on their properties, property owners will receive this information through our property acquisitions team.

The City of Bothell 60% design is expected to be available in the coming weeks.

Please find the draft roll plots to each segment of the corridor below:

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Winners chosen for NWWS 82nd International Open Exhibition showcase the versatility of watermedia

Caitlin Leline Hatch, ‘Waiting Patiently.’ 16x20 watercolor
75 paintings from a wealth of artistic talent chosen for online exhibition that runs through Jan 6, 2023

One of juror Andy Evansen’s goals in picking 75 watermedia paintings from the 664 submitted to the Northwest Watercolor Society’s (NWWS) 82nd International Open Exhibition was to pick different styles to show the medium’s versatility and possibilities. 

At the Awards Reception late last month he explained why he chose each painting.

The recorded event is available for public viewing as is the free online exhibition through January 6, 2023 at www.nwws.org

First place of $2,000 cash went to Caitlin Leline Hatch for ‘Waiting Patiently.’ “The small important subtle light shapes in the face to indicate tendons, sinews and veins and the strong rich colors in the neck,” impressed Evansen with the remarkable skill. “It’s painted realistically but expressively enough that it still embraces what makes watercolor such a beautiful and unique medium.”

"Guillermo" by Amalia Fisch
“Every time I looked at this painting, it brought a smile to my face,” Evansen said of Amalia Fisch’s ‘Guillermo’ awarded second place of $1300 cash. 

“A cubist break up of the space… reduced to large simple shapes works so well. A unique vision and charming painting.”

Olive

“The textures and variety of shapes in the eyes, make a difference in the elegance and design of this painting. 

"We’re looking directly at the dog and that makes another level of majesty. 

"Olive" by Lei Chi
"It has as much emotion and feeling as any of the portraits of people,” Evansen explained about Lei Chi’s ‘Olive,’ awarded $800 for third place.

A Purchase Award of $1,000 was given to John Ebner for ‘China Mist.’ Eleven other merchandise and cash awards were also handed out. To see the award winners and other accepted paintings, go to www.nwws.org

At the end of the event, Evansen congratulated everybody and in an almost apologetic voice said, “If you didn’t win an award, try again next time – like we all do.”

A variety of watermedia paintings are accepted into NWWS exhibitions. All artwork is for sale by contacting the NWWS treasurer, Shirley at shirleylee136@hotmail.com. Artists receive 75% of the sales price.



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Letter to the Editor: Thank you Shoreline voters

To the Editor:

Thank you Shoreline residents. You stepped up and made a decision to keep the things we value about our city.  You said programs like RADAR are important. You said maintenance of our parks is part of keeping Shoreline a wonderful place for families and all who enjoy the outdoors. You said we need a city with adequate infrastructure to provide basic services that we all depend on. You voted to enact Prop 1. 

Thank you so much 

Mary Ellen Stone and John Thielke Co Chairs 
Prop 1 Committee



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One night closure of 185th overpass on Monday or Tuesday

On either Monday or Tuesday, November 14 or 15, 2022, Sound Transit will close NE 185th St over the freeway from 5th Ave NE to 8th Ave NE.

The closure would run from 10pm Monday to 6am Tuesday or from 10pm Tuesday to 6am Wednesday.

Work will consist of the new alignment of the NE 185th St right-of-way from 5th Ave NE to 8th Ave NE and the new mid-block pedestrian crossing located at 5th Ave NE.

Suggested detour routes take you to either 205th or 175th.  

This work is part of the future Lynnwood Link Extension link light rail project.



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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Food??

 


Previous cartoons by Whitney Potter HERE




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UW Med: For veterans, minor head injuries can have lasting effects

Dr. Christine Mac Donald
Photo courtesy UW Med
A long-running UW Medicine study of U.S. military service members shows that many who sustained mild traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) from combat-related explosions continue to feel adverse effects for years afterward.

“What we have found, unfortunately, is that a large proportion of them have continued symptoms, and not just specific symptoms, but things that evolve over time,” said Dr. Christine Mac Donald, the study’s lead investigator.

She is a professor and vice chair of research in neurological surgery at the University of Washington School of Medicine.

Mac Donald says the findings contrast much of the existing historical data on mild TBIs, which indicate that symptoms usually resolve in three to six months.

A mild TBI includes concussion caused by a bump, blow or jolt to the head and results in the brain moving quickly back and forth. Common symptoms of a TBI are wide-ranging but can affect how a person feels, thinks, acts and sleeps. 

Read more about mild TBIs at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Mac Donald launched the study in 2008 while working in trauma surgery in Landstuhl, Germany. She led the effort to enroll over 500 then-active-duty U.S. service members who were based in Afghanistan or who had been evacuated to a medical center in Germany. Some had been diagnosed with a mild TBI while others had not suffered any head injury.

Enrollment continued through summer 2013 and evaluations of all participants have occurred in Seattle every one, five and 10 years since. Mac Donald says the ongoing 10-year follow-ups are delivering a surprising and concerning trend.

“At the 10-year wave, we are starting to see individuals present just generally sicker than their civilian counterparts,” she said. 
“They're more likely to have unhealthy conditions, or conditions of aging pop up before we typically see them: things like diabetes, heart disease, hypertension – outside of the brain.”

The well-being of veteran service members should be viewed as a major public health concern, she said. 

“It doesn't matter where you fall on the political spectrum. It behooves all of us to better understand how we can help these individuals have the best quality of life as their healthcare falls to all of us – not just for themselves and for their family, but for the community that they live in, and for us as a society.”


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Red Sky Gallery carrying greeting cards by 17 year old artist who created the LFP mural

17 year old artist Austin Picinich has created a line of greeting cards which are carried by Red Sky Gallery in the Lake Forest Park Town Center.

Austin uses his artist talents and marketing skills to help spread environmental awareness. 

Recently, he teamed up with the Lake Forest Park Stewardship Foundation (LFPSF) to organize  the community to paint his "Save the Salmon" mural over the McAleer creek culvert. (See previous story)

Stop in to see his new Happy Holidays cards and his brand new, “We are connected” sea life cards.

Red Sky Gallery is located on the upper level of Town Center at the intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Way NE in Lake Forest Park.



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London Bridge celebrates 19 years since release of Pearl Jam's "Lost Dogs" recording

Photo courtesy London Bridge
@pearljam “Lost Dogs” turns 19 today! So many great B-sides, some from the TEN era recorded right here at LBS! #pearljam #lostdogs

London Bridge Studio has been in the Ballinger business district since 1985.  

Besides Pearl Jam, they have recorded Dave Matthews, Macklemore, Alice In Chains, Temple Of The Dog, and Blind Melon.

Also Death Cab for Cutie, One Republic and others.

We wrote about the in 2014, when they were fundraising to restore an historic mixing board. See article here.



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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Veterans Day

Friday, November 11, 2022


Veterans Day (originally known as Armistice Day) is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on November 11, for honoring military veterans of the United States Armed Forces (who were discharged under conditions other than dishonorable).[1][2] 

It coincides with other holidays including Armistice Day and Remembrance Day which are celebrated in other countries that mark the anniversary of the end of World War I.[3] Major hostilities of World War I were formally ended at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918 when the Armistice with Germany went into effect. At the urging of major US veteran organizations, Armistice Day was renamed Veterans Day in 1954.[4]

--Wikipedia



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Jobs: WSDOT Local Programs Technical Engineer – Transportation Engineer 3

WSDOT
Local Programs Technical Engineer – Transportation Engineer 3
Shoreline, WA- Northwest Region
$73,244 - $98,532 Annually

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently seeking a Local Programs Technical Engineer at the Northwest Region (NWR) Local Programs Office in Shoreline, Washington. This position is responsible for management and oversight for the delivery of Federally funded projects for all local agencies with Skagit, Whatcom, Island and San Juan County as well as City of Seattle. 

As the Local Program Technical Engineer, you will advise local agencies on procedures, policies, and regulations governing the use of federal and state grants that fund transportation projects. As such, the ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail and ability to communicate effectively to diverse groups. 

In this position you will be engaged in all aspects of the project development from planning and design to construction documentation and review and final project closeout for a variety of local agency and Federal subrecipient projects which will require engineering judgement and practical and problem-solving skills and communication.

Job description and application



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Jobs: WSDOT Health and Safety Manager – Northwest Region and Mega Projects

WSDOT
Health and Safety Manager – Northwest Region and Mega Projects
Shoreline, WA – Headquarters
$83,316 - $106,860 Annually

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently seeking a strategic partner to spearhead and lead safety initiatives for Northwest Region and Mega Projects while collaborating with the Regional Leadership team to meet the agency's goals. 

As the Safety and Health Manager, this position is responsible for the leadership and delivery of Northwest Region & Mega Projects Safety and Health Programs, ensuring safety compliance with Federal, State, and WSDOT regulations, policies, and procedures. As a technical expert, you will provide guidance to other professional managers and supervisors and collaborate with the statewide Safety and Health team. 

This enterprising individual will provide a great service supporting the vast infrastructure of the Northwest Region, ensuring the safety of WSDOT employees and the general public.

Job description and application



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King County Council budget clears committee and goes to full council Tuesday

The King County Council’s budget proposal on Thursday cleared its last hurdle before final approval when the Budget and Fiscal Management Committee approved the $16.4 billion proposal. 

Council’s budget commits millions more in funding to help human services providers hit hard by inflation, improve public safety on Metro transit, and invest in equitable pandemic recovery.

“Earlier this year, the Council committed to deliver a budget that helps the region recover and thrive by addressing the underlying inequities laid bare by this pandemic. That is what we’ve done today,” said Councilmember Joe McDermott, who has led the budget process as Chair of the budget committee. 

“Along with other key investments, the addition of the $35 million Equitable Recovery Initiative addressing the core challenges exacerbated by the pandemic – affordable housing, economic recovery, behavioral health needs and homelessness support – transforms the County budget into what we promised.”


Building on the strong initial proposal put forth by Executive Dow Constantine in September, councilmembers worked to ensure the budget added key funding for pandemic recovery, public safety, and human services. Some of council’s added provisions include:$35 million Equitable Recovery Initiative, including funding for supportive housing, homelessness support and behavioral health and economic recovery.

  • $6.2 million to safeguard against inflation increases for human services providers, including those providing homelessness, housing and gender-based violence services.
  • $3.6 million for Metro to serve riders now, improve rider experience, clean transit centers, enhance community safety and expand neighborhood engagement.
  • $950k funding for youth programs in detention centers: provide behavioral health, skill-building and safety-enhancing services and staffing for juveniles in detention, including a gang intervention specialist, community-led programming, group and individual therapy sessions, staff trainings and other behavioral health services.
  • $1.8 million in Mental Illness and Drug Dependency (MIDD) programs including sexual assault and domestic violence services, art mental health therapy, Naloxone distribution, and RADAR.
  • $24.7 million in new capital investments, including the Little Saigon Community Center, United Indians of All Tribes Foundation Canoe House, Muslim American Youth Foundation Community Center, Children’s Home Society of Washington Resource Center, Fall City Community Center, Hanwoori Garden in Federal Way, and more.
  • $200k proviso to ensure progress on legal system backlog from COVID-19.

The budget proposal will now face a final vote at a meeting of the full county council at 1pm Tuesday, November 15, 2022.



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Jobs: WSDOT Project Engineer (WMS Band 3)

Thursday, November 10, 2022

WSDOT
Project Engineer (WMS Band 3)
Shoreline, WA- Northwest Region
$93,924 - $120,480 Annually

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Northwest Region is currently seeking a Project Engineer in Shoreline, WA. This position reports to the Engineering Manager and Assistant Regional Administrator for Snohomish/King Area as a Design Project Engineer working on the delivery of the Connecting Washington and Fish Passage Program in the Snohomish/King Area of Northwest Region. 

This position is responsible and accountable for development and delivery of assigned projects, effectively and efficiently implementing region and statewide procedures and processes to meet the objectives and performance measures of the Region Construction Program and the biennial commitments established.

The main focus of this position is to deliver the Northwest Region's highway construction contracts to meet local, State and Federal standards, and within scope, schedule, and budget. This position is responsible for ensuring that projects have the best integration into the surrounding environment, function adequately for all modes of transportation, and are constructible and maintainable with minimal impacts to the traveling public. 

The appointee is expected to consider personal, coworker and public safety as first and foremost objectives during planning and performance of all work activities in connection with work assignments. ln addition, the appointee is expected to consider and implement sustainable transportation practices in accomplishing the work assigned.

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PTA: Firearms are now the leading cause of death for American children

"Every child, one voice"
Washington State PTA's legislative priorities
Firearms are now the leading cause of death for American children, killing nearly five a day. 

In Washington, we lose a child or young person to firearm or suicide every other day. 

This is a public health crisis! Preventing and reducing gun violence and suicide is one of the Washington State PTA's (WSPTA) top five legislative priorities. 

Washington State PTA shall support legislation or policies that prevent and reduce gun violence and suicide including:
  1. Addressing the disproportionate impact on BIPOC and LGBTQ+ youth.
  2. Funding community-based prevention and intervention programs.
  3. Promoting safe storage of medication and firearms.
  4. Prohibiting the sale or transfer of military-style assault weapons.




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Ferry whistles will sound to honor veterans

Photo by Wayne Pridemore

This Friday, Nov. 11, WSDOT will observe Veterans Day to honor America’s military veterans for their patriotism, bravery and willingness to safeguard our freedoms.

There are 524 veterans employed throughout WSDOT. We’re proud that so many who served our country choose to continue serving others through their work here at WSDOT. 

Washington State Ferries will pay tribute to veterans at 11:11am on November 11 by sounding ferry whistles in unison as a salute to current and former military personnel. 

They will also fly a flag of one of the six branches of the U.S. military on each of our ferries.



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Moon Watch

Photo by Lee Wolfe

The moon watched over a lovely sunrise Wednesday morning with pink tints in the clouds and on the fresh mountain snow.

--Lee Wolfe



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NaNoWriMo workshop at Shoreline Library Sunday November 13, 2022


Outline Your Novel Writing Workshop at the Shoreline Library
Sunday, November 13, 4-5pm
For teens and adults.

Author Kelly McWilliams will share tools for developing an outline (or beat sheet!) for a novel project. 

Gain a general understanding of how to create character transformation through plot, and get ready for NaNoWriMo! 

The class is free but registration is required. Space is limited. Please register at 1.kcls.org/ShorelineWriting. Safety guidelines and current protocols followed

The library is located at 345 NE 175th St, Shoreline WA 98155



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Jobs: WSDOT IT Vendor Management – Journey (In-Training)

WSDOT
IT Vendor Management – Journey (In-Training)
Shoreline, WA – Headquarters
$59,951 - $100,145 Annually

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Information Technology Division (ITD) is currently seeking an IT Vendor Management – Journey level professional to consult and advise regional/divisional management on the broad-based knowledge of IT disciplines, methodologies, policies, and available solutions along with the knowledge of IT contract and procurement procedures. 

This position ensures and enforces that the agency is current and in compliance with the efforts of modernization of the agency’s technology systems.

Job description and application



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Don’t miss the LFP Thanksgiving Farmers Market and Holiday Crafts Fair on Sunday November 20, 2022

The holiday shopping season officially begins on Sunday, November 20, 2022 from 10am to 2pm at the Lake Forest Park Thanksgiving Farmers Market and Crafts Fair.

This wonderful annual tradition, presented by Third Place Commons, is the perfect opportunity to shop your favorite market vendors and stock your fridge and pantry with delicious, fresh autumn offerings for your big family feasts ahead!

Plus, you know you’ll find the best in local, unique, and handmade gifts among the dozens of fine art and crafts vendors. There will be something for every budget and everyone on your list – from jewelry to wearables to pottery, photography, original artwork, handmade cards, and more.

New this year, the market event will be spread between both the regular market location outside and inside the lower lobby of the Town Center at Lake Forest Park. So be sure to visit both locations so you don’t miss a thing!

If you have SNAP benefits, you can use them at this special market! If you already have market tokens or SNAP Market Match, you can spend them directly with the vendors. There won’t be the regular info booth outside, but if you need to use your EBT card, just stop by the Third Place Commons table at the lower lobby entrance to Town Center. And if you still have any 2022 Market Bucks, feel free to use those on any market food as well!

And mark your calendar now for the final special market of the year on Sunday, December 18th, just in time for your last minute shopping needs.

The Lake Forest Park Thanksgiving Farmers Market and Crafts Fair takes place at the Town Center at Lake Forest Park, 17171 Bothell Way NE. See you at the market!

Third Place Commons – a community supported 501(c)3 nonprofit organization – has been building real community in the heart of Lake Forest Park for over 20 years. In addition to presenting its largest program, the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market, Third Place Commons now also fosters real community in digital space with TPC At Home programs. Learn more at ThirdPlaceCommons.org


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Brown Bear Car Wash salutes veterans and active military with free car washes on Friday

Brown Bear Car Wash will offer free washes to all current or former members of the military on Veterans Day, Friday, November 11, 2022. 

The free “Beary Clean” washes will be available at Brown Bear’s 28 tunnel wash locations from 8am to 6pm.

The offer operates on an honor system and no verification or documentation is required. Drivers should identify themselves as a current or former member of the military to the wash attendant upon arrival.

Seattle-based, family-owned Brown Bear will donate $1 for each car washed on Veterans Day to support Puget Sound Honor Flight and its mission of transporting Western Washington war veterans to visit memorials in Washington, D.C.

Tunnel car wash locations: 
  • Shoreline - 16032 Aurora Ave N
  • Lake City - 14312 Lake City Way NE


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Jobs: WSDOT Region Safety Management Engineer (WMS Band 3)

WSDOT
Region Safety Management Engineer (WMS Band 3)
Shoreline, WA- Northwest Region
$98,616 -$126,504 Annually

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Northwest Region (NWR) is looking for a Region Safety Management Engineer to provide strategic management and leadership for the Region's Safety Management program as well as for performance monitoring. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the Region Safety Management group, being a lead expert on the Highway Safety Manual, and leading traffic data analysis for complex highway and multimodal performance measurement in the Region.

The Region Safety Management Engineer is a licensed, expert traffic engineer responsible for the traffic safety program in the Region. Decisions have a direct correlation to the implementation and progress of Target Zero with the goal of eliminating fatal and serious injury crashes. The incumbent is the regional expert and primary contact for all safety related matters throughout all phases of project development and operations. 

They are directly accountable for decisions and routinely apply independent engineering judgment for setting policy and directing work in the most complex transportation network in the state. This position leads analysis and scoping teams on identifying and implementing project solutions and directs other experts on all items related to the safety of all modes of highway users.

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King county council chair applauds voter support of even-year elections charter amendment

On Tuesday, King County voters sent a clear message that they want to expand democracy by approving King County Charter Amendment 1 and move elections for county executive, assessor, director of elections, and councilmembers to even-numbered years.

“King County voters want to strengthen our democracy by making it easier for more people to vote to elect their County-level representatives,” said King County Council Chair Claudia Balducci, who introduced the even-year election proposal. 
"Already, King County’s elections are one of the most transparent, secure and inviting in the nation, and now with this one simple, commonsense change to King County’s charter, we can make our elections even better.”

The logic behind the proposal is simple: even-year elections regularly see higher voter turnout than odd-years. Since 2010, King County’s average voter turnout rate is 77% in even-numbered years and 47% in odd-numbered years. In 2021, countywide ballot measures and offices had 40 to 41% turnout, while countywide ballot measures and offices in 2020 saw voter turnout between 78% and 80%.

Voter turnout in even-year elections is also more reflective of the electorate. Areas with more renters see a higher odd-year drop than areas with more homeowners, and voters of color have a bigger dip in turnout in odd-years than white voters.

As of Wednesday night, November 9, 2022, Charter Amendment 1 was passing with 69% of ballots in favor to 31% opposed. With this change, people elected to office starting in 2023 or 2025 will serve a three-year term (2023-2026 or 2025-2028) in order to move to an even-numbered year schedule. Subsequent terms, starting in 2026 and 2028, would again be four-year terms.



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Jobs: City of Shoreline Business and Occupation Tax Analyst

City of Shoreline
Business and Occupation Tax Analyst
open until filled
first screening of applications Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Pay range $78,844.00 - $99,922.00 Annually
New 2023 pay range of $89,263 – $113,127 Annually subject to Council Approval.

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

The Administrative Services Department assures the effective management and financial integrity of the City's programs, activities and resources by developing, implementing and monitoring policies and systems in the areas of budget, financial administration, accounting, procurement, internal controls, utility billing, parks, facility and fleet management and information technology functions. 

The department has 40 employees amongst 4 work units reporting to the ASD Director: Finance Operations, Budget and Tax, Parks, Fleet and Facilities, and Information Technology.

Job description and application



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NaNoWriMo: Developing Character and Plot - free class at Shoreline Community College

Photo courtesy Shoreline Community College

The library at Shoreline Community College is holding their creative writing series in person again this year and invites the community to participate.

National Novel Writing Month or NaNoWriMo challenges people to write a 50,000 word novel in one month. 

The Shoreline Community College Library offers free sessions to help you.

Character and Plot
Wednesday, November 16, 2022, 6 – 6:45pm

Shoreline Community College
16101 Greenwood Ave N.
Shoreline WA 98133
Park anywhere (it's free after 4:00pm)
Room 4202 in the library

Come to this session that caters to those doing the National Novel Writing Month challenge where you try to write an entire novel in a month! Gary Parks is a creative writing instructor published in Portland Review, Black Warrior Review, Grey's Sporting Journal, Alaska Quarterly, Spindrift, and others. This session will cover strategies for creating characters and developing a plot for a novel or short story.




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Jobs: WSDOT Appraisal Supervisor (PAS6)

WSDOT
Appraisal Supervisor (PAS6)
Shoreline, WA. – Northwest Region
$69,741 - $93,756 Annually

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is eager to hire a real estate professional to supervise our Northwest Region (NWR) Appraisal team in support of State and Federal laws requiring appraisals to estimate just compensation for property rights to be acquired for WSDOT projects. 

As the Appraisal Supervisor, this position also supervises appraisals required to estimate market value for disposal of real property that is surplus to WSDOT’s needs. The successful candidate appointed to this position will ensure that appraisals, appraisal waivers, and reviews comply with WSDOT’s Right of Way Manual and all regulatory requirements including the Uniform Act and USPAP.

Job description and application



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Election results - incumbents win

By Diane Hettrick

I'm really quite patient with political ads. I remind myself of all the money they are bringing into the local economy.

But they were relentless at the end and I'm not sorry to see them gone.

In spite of predictions and polls (some of which may have been deliberate misinformation), Sen. Patty Murray is winning a sixth term with 57% of the vote. 

Murray lived in Shoreline for decades and got her political start here. Her children graduated from Shorewood. She is acknowledged to be one of the most powerful senators in congress. 

Rep. Pramilia Jayapal, representing Congressional District 7, which covers Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, and most of Seattle, is easily winning re-election. She is the leader of the Progressive Caucus in the House and also wields a great deal of power.

Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs is an appointee and is just a few points ahead of Julie Anderson. Both of them were long-time employees of the state elections department. This race is not over yet but Hobbs has been consistently ahead of Anderson, who does not identify with a political party.

State legislative incumbents will all be returning to Olympia.

Legislative District 1 - which includes Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, NE Seattle
  • Rep. Davina Duerr
  • Rep. Shelley Kloba
Legislative District 32 - which includes Shoreline, Woodway, NW Seattle, and a lot of territory in Snohomish county
  • Sen. Jesse Salomon
  • Rep. Cindy Ryu
  • Rep. Lauren Davis
In Legislative District 46, which included Lake Forest Park for a decade, both Javier Valdez, and Gerry Pollet were reelected.



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City of Shoreline statement on passage of Prop 1

Shoreline voters approving Proposition 1 with 62% of the vote

From the City of Shoreline

As of November 9, Shoreline voters are passing Proposition 1 with 62% of the vote. 

Approval of Proposition 1 will help fund police and neighborhood services, including RADAR and crime prevention; preserve parks, trails, playgrounds, and playfields; and provide human services. 

Proposition 1 restores the City’s 2016 maintenance and operations levy, which expires at the end of the year, by providing Council authorization to increase the City’s regular property tax levy rate up to $1.39 per $1,000 of assessed value, which remains under the $1.60 legal limit.

“Passage of Proposition 1 allows the City to maintain the level of services residents have come to expect,” Shoreline Mayor Keith Scully stated. 
“It will also allow the City to create an even more robust system of support for individuals in our community who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis. The RADAR program has proven to be an effective public safety and behavioral health program that benefits the entire community.”

Passage of Proposition 1 addresses the structural imbalance for 2023-2028 by addressing the 1% limit on increasing property tax revenues. Property tax revenue is the City’s largest revenue source, but absent the levy lid lift, the 1% cap prevents it from keeping pace with inflation. 

Passage of Proposition 1 allows the City to maintain current levels of police and community safety services, including neighborhood safety patrols; traffic enforcement in school zones and neighborhoods; and community crime prevention programs. 

It will also enhance the RADAR Program by adding mental health professional teams to provide 24/7 response with police to community members in behavioral health crisis. It will also preserve safe, well-maintained, and accessible parks and trails; playgrounds and play equipment; playfields and restrooms; and preserve recreation programs for youth, adults, families, and seniors. 

Proposition 1 will continue funding for community services for seniors, youth, and individuals and families in need, including homelessness response services. 

The levy also sustains the City’s code enforcement and customer response programs.



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Shoreline Severe Weather Shelter will NOT be open November 10, 2022

Severe weather shelter
at Saint Dunstan's
The Shoreline Severe Weather Shelter opens when the temperature is predicted for four-plus hours of temperatures at or below 33 degrees overnight or snow accumulation (or expected accumulation) of 2 or more inches.

That weather is not in the five day forecast, so the shelter will not open on Thursday November 10, 2022. 

A notice will be posted for the next time the shelter is opened.

If you would like to volunteer with the shelter, email staff@nuhsa.org or call 206-550-5626.



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Chimney fire made home uninhabitable

Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire
Sunday, November 6, just after 7am, Shoreline Fire was dispatched to a residential structure fire at the 19200 block of Whitman Ave N. 

A fire in the fireplace had extended into the walls and exterior. The fire was extinguished without any injuries to residents or crews.
 
Due to the damage, the home was deemed uninhabitable right now. Red Cross was able to assist the family.
 
As the weather is getting colder, Shoreline Fire advises that you double check for the last time your chimney was inspected and cleaned if you use a fireplace.


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Shoreline Prop 1 election night results

Election night results

Shoreline's Prop 1 YES votes are far ahead in ballots counted on Election Day, November 8, 2022. King county has 152,000 ballots left to be counted, out of 440,472 returned. In a medium sized city like Shoreline, the early trends usually hold.

The levy validation is a Simple Majority, which is 50% + 1 vote.

We will continue to update the results as counts are released.

The "Maintenance and Operations Levy for Public Safety and Community Services" raises the property tax rate to $1.39/$1,000 for collection in 2023. 

--Diane Hettrick



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Shoreline ACS hybrid meeting Saturday November 12, 2022 10am at Fire headquarters

ACS volunteers at the Shoreline Farmers Market
The Shoreline Auxiliary Communications Service (ACS) November monthly meeting will be held Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 10am PST in person at Shoreline Fire Headquarters 17525 Aurora Ave N and on Zoom.

The ACS is a volunteer organization of amateur radio operators, who continuously train to provide emergency communications in the event of disasters. 

The team also provides communications support for public service events such as road races, parades and local fairs. Shoreline ACS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

Contact the organization for the Zoom link to the meeting: shorelineacs@gmail.com



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Adventures of an Icebreaker: Ice liberty at the North Pole

From video by Chief Petty Officer Roy Mesen Scott
US Coast Guard Cutter Healy, homeported in Seattle, was at the North Pole at the beginning of October.

Crew members were given liberty for an icebreaker's version of "shore leave." There were no reports of pickup ice hockey games but it appears that a lot of ice fishing was going on.



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The Office of the Secretary of State encourages patience while counties tally election results

Ballot processing in King county
The Office of the Secretary of State encourages voters, the media, and the general public to wait patiently while counties tally election results.

“We understand that voters and the media are eager to learn the results right away,” said Director of Elections Stuart Holmes. 
“However, voting systems are on an air-gapped network and are not connected to the internet. Processes are in place for election administrators to safely and securely publish results, and those processes take time. This is a normal and expected process during any election.”

Counties do not begin tabulating ballots until after the voting period closes at 8pm on Election Day. Following the initial results release on election night, further results will be reported Wednesday, Nov. 9. Washington’s largest counties will post updated results daily. Counties with a population of less than 75,000 are required to report at least every three days.

Results will be regularly updated throughout the 21-day certification window. Each county will post its next tabulation date and time along with how many estimated ballots it has left on hand each time the county updates its results. Results are not final until counties certify them Nov. 29. The Office of the Secretary of State has until Dec. 8 to certify the 2022 General Election returns.

For more information about the election or voting in Washington state, visit the Secretary of State’s website at sos.wa.gov/elections or contact a county elections office.



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Shoreline Severe Weather Shelter active Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Come in out of the cold
The Shoreline Severe Weather Shelter will be open Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at 8:30pm.

The shelter is housed at Saint Dunstan’s Church at 722 N 145th St, Shoreline WA 98133. 

Doors open at 8:30pm for those who need a warm place to sleep. The shelter closes at 7:30am the next day.

They do not offer meals but do have hearty snack options; there are no cooking or heating capabilities for food except hot water (cup o noodles is very popular, as is oatmeal).

They have a limited supply of sleeping bags and bedding, which people can take with them when they leave.

The Shelter is staffed by pairs of volunteers who spend the night in one shift. Lake City Partners opens up the shelter in the evening and closes it up in the morning. They also provide bus tickets and amazing resources.

NUHSA provides support by handling most of the outreach for volunteers and liaising with all the partners.

The City provides support by paying the permit fees and running background checks on our volunteers.

The church offers the gracious space and storage for all of our supplies.

If you would like to help, email staff@nuhsa.org or call 206-550-5626.


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Police investigating shooting at Ingraham High School

Ingraham High School

Seattle Police are investigating a shooting which left an Ingraham High School student dead on Tuesday, November 7, 2022.

Police were called to the school, located in north Seattle at 1819 N 135th St, Seattle, WA 98133 at 9:55am. Officers arrived and immediately formed contact teams to enter the school. 

Police found one person with a gunshot wound and provided aid until Seattle Fire Department medics arrived and took over.

Police secured the school, which went into lockdown at the first report. Police quickly determined that the suspect had left the campus. Over a dozen police units responded and participated in the search for the suspect.

At 11:10am Police Chief Diaz told reporters that the suspect had been arrested.

SPD worked with Seattle Public Schools to reunite parents with their children. Police and SPS also developed a transportation plan for students who could not be picked up at the reunification site.

Seattle Schools cancelled classes at Ingraham for Wednesday and provided crisis support. Superintendent Brent Jones said that "Coordinated School Health and Staff Wellness (EAP) are available to help our community process this tragic incident.

"Additionally, Crisis Connections provides a 24-hour crisis line 866-427-4747 www.crisisconnections.org or Teen Link 866-833-6546."

Authorities emphasize that this was a targeted attack inside the school, and not a "school shooting" scenario.


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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Fishing

 
Previous cartoons by Whitney Potter HERE



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City of Shoreline proclaims Friday Veterans Appreciation Day - Shoreline Veterans Association ceremonies at 2pm

Mayor Keith Scully with 1st Vice-Commander John Brady

The Shoreline City Council on November 7, 2022 issued a proclamation where "the City of Shoreline recognizes the contributions of the men and women in the military who served our country, and who continue to serve their communities.” 

The proclamation also states that the Shoreline Veterans Association is hosting their annual Veterans Day Celebration at Shoreline City Hall on Veterans Day, November 11, 2022 at 2:00pm and proclaim that day Veterans Appreciation Day. 

After reading the Proclamation, Keith Scully, Mayor of the City of Shoreline, presented the Proclamation to 1st Vice-Commander John Brady of Starr Sutherland, Jr Post 227 of The American Legion on behalf of all Veterans.



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You have until 7:59pm to get your ballot into a drop box

Tuesday, November 8, 2022

Kenmore Vote Center 18120 68th Ave NE, Kenmore, WA 98028

This is your last day to get your ballot into a drop box. Get there by 7:59pm - earlier if possible.

You can even register to vote and vote on this day, Tuesday, November 8, 2022.

  • The Kenmore City Hall Vote Center will be open Saturday, November 5, Monday, November 7, and Tuesday, Election Day, November 8. Voters can register for the first time, update their registration, get a replacement ballot, or use an accessible voting device.
There is a drop box at Kenmore City Hall.



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