Students from Shorecrest and Shorewood win honors in state Youth Science Contest

Sunday, June 11, 2023

First place winner Minseo Kim,
Shorewood High School
Photo courtesy Shoreline Schools
OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) congratulates the winners of the second annual Washington Tracking Network (WTN) Youth Science Contest

The contest is an opportunity for high school students to develop their science and communication skills by engaging with health and environmental data from their own communities.

“I would like to thank DOH for this wonderful opportunity to have fun doing research while positively contributing to my community,” said first place winner Minseo Kim who is a tenth grader at Shorewood High School in Shoreline.

Students could submit projects in three tracks: Health Science, Science Communication, and Community Engagement. 

Winning projects ranged from research papers to poems and were selected based on content, health and equity impact, and presentation. Projects were judged by relevant experts within DOH.

“It’s great to see the diversity of health issues the students care about, and to be able to provide them feedback to help them use science to improve the health of people in Washington,” said WTN Manager Jennifer Sabel.

All winning projects can be viewed on the WTN website

Health Science:

Individual Division
  • 1st Place - Air Stagnation and Lung Cancer Mortalities in Washington State, by Minseo Kim, Shorewood High School
  • 2nd Place - The Association of Radon Poisoning Levels and Poverty Rates in Washington, by Rishav Panigrahi, Shorecrest High School
  • 3rd Place - Lung Cancer and the Environment, by Kennedy Camacho, Selah High School

Ava Jensen and Rebecca Swinney, Shorecrest High School
Photo courtesy Shoreline Schools
Group Division
  • 1st Place - Lung Cancer in Washington State, by Mehuli N. and Keerthi Rajesh, Tesla STEM High School
  • 2nd Place - Indigenous Peoples’ Mental Health, by Ava Jensen and Rebecca Swinney, Shorecrest High School
  • 3rd Place (tie) - Diabesity: Diabetes and Obesity Related to Corporate Fast Food Chains, by Laci Ross and Lauren Rice, Selah High School
  • 3rd Place (tie) - Opioid Crisis in Washington, by Samuel Lin, Interlake High School, and Ian Yum, Bellevue High School
L-R Samia Ahmed, Ella Richardson, Rishav Panigrahi,
 Dawson Bailey, Shorecrest High School
Photo courtesy Shoreline Schools
Science Communication:

Individual Division
  • 1st Place - Antibiotic Resistance Public Service Announcement (“Help Prevent a World Without Cure”), by Krithi Iyer, Redmond High School
  • 2nd Place - Health Disparities in Skin Protection Education and How We Can Combat Them, by Saisha Lakkoju, Bothell High School
  • 3rd Place - Turmoil: Mental Health and Illness Disparities, by C. Dawson Bailey, Shorecrest High School
Group Division
  • 1st Place - Lead by the Numbers: School Water Toxicity, by Srishti Boral and Vihitha Kumar, Eastlake High School
  • 2nd Place - Abortions and Safe Pregnancies, by Samia Ahmed and Ella Richardson, Shorecrest High School


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Preserving the Past - workshops from Seattle Genealogical Society

Saturday, June 10, 2023

The Family Curator Denise Levenick
SGS 100 Preservation Seminar
Saturday, June 17 through 
Sunday, June 18, 2023
9:00am to 4:00pm
Meeting via Zoom. Registration Required.

As part of our ongoing centennial celebration, enjoy a seminar focused on heirlooms, presented by The Family Curator, Denise Levenick. 

We will offer 4 lectures over 2 days: 
Saturday morning, 9 to noon, and 
Sunday afternoon, 1 to 4 (Pacific times). 

The registration fee is free to SGS members and reduced to $25 for everyone else!

Program includes--
  • Preserving the Past: Archiving and Digitizing Your Family Keepsakes
  • Selecting and Preparing Images for Family History Projects
  • Archival Storage Strategies and Solutions
  • Family History Projects for the Digital Age
To register: REGISTER HERE

All presentations will be recorded and available to SGS members and paid registrants until July 17, 2023.

For those who would like to attend at least part of the online seminar in person, on Saturday, June 17th only, SGS will screen the morning presentations from 9 to noon at the SGS Library, Suite 302 of the Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle WA 98103

When you register, please indicate if you plan to attend the Saturday morning screening.

The Family Curator, Denise Levenick, is the author of How to Archive Family Keepsakes and How to Archive Family Photos. Her roots are in Kansas, Illinois, Vermont, Rhode Island, and Germany, and she loves researching in old courthouses and town halls.


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Goshen College announces Dean's List for Spring Semester 2023

Goshen College, Goshen Indiana
GOSHEN, Ind. (June 9, 2023) - Goshen College recently recognized 132 undergraduate students for excellence in academics on the spring 2023 Dean's List.

Saige Lind, a Senior Graphic Design major from Seattle, was recognized for academic excellence on the spring semester Dean's List at Goshen College. 

Lind is a graduate of Nathan Hale Sr High School.

The Dean's List includes students earning at least a 3.75 GPA, while completing at least 12 hours of coursework for a letter grade. Only grades from the designated semester are included in the Dean's List selection process.

Initiated in the fall of 1999, the Dean's List celebrates the achievement of Goshen College students who have met high academic standards and can motivate students preparing for graduate studies.


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Friends of Shoreline Library Book Sale Saturday and Sunday June 10-11, 2023


Friends of Shoreline Library book sale this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, June 10-11, 2023 at the library, 345 NE 175th St, Shoreline WA 98155.

Saturday:
  • 11am - noon - Members only presale - but you can buy a membership at the door!
  • 12 - 6pm - general sale
Sunday:
  • 11am - 2pm - Bag Sale - fill a large shopping bag for $5
  • Perfect opportunity to restock those Little Free Libraries!


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Shoreline Community College receives federal grant to develop study abroad program in Bolivia for nursing students

Shoreline Community College (SCC) is one of 34 U.S. colleges and universities in 28 U.S. states to be awarded a grant from the U.S. Department of State’s Increase and Diversify Education Abroad for U.S. Students (IDEAS) Program, which aims to develop and expand study abroad programs around the world.

“One of our goals is to better connect with our external and local international partners to best serve the diverse northern Seattle area. 
"Opportunities like this not only support that goal but also provide wonderful learning opportunities for our faculty and students,” said SCC President Dr. Jack Kahn.

Of the 34 U.S. colleges and universities, eight are community colleges and 13 are minority-serving institutions. The selected proposals will develop new international partnerships, train faculty and staff, internationalize curriculum, engage diverse students in study abroad, broaden the destinations where U.S. students study, and create virtual and hybrid exchanges.

“Increasing and diversifying U.S. students going abroad for educational opportunities, as well as diversifying the places where they study, is a State Department priority,” said Lee Satterfield, Assistant U.S. Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs.

This IDEAS Program Award will allow Shoreline Community College to develop a new study abroad program for Washington community college nursing students.

The new program leverages a long-standing and successful study/service-learning abroad program in dental hygiene, led by SCC and our non-profit partner in Seattle and Bolivia, Smiles Forever.

“Study abroad programs have been particularly impacted by the pandemic and it is encouraging to see the federal government’s support in supporting their revival. 
"U.S. students, particularly those from underrepresented groups, benefit tremendously from these opportunities,” said Samira Pardanani, Associate Vice President, International Education and Global Engagement.

This study abroad program will be unique among community college nursing programs, as study abroad experiences are largely inaccessible for nursing students. 

Colleen Ferguson, Special Project Lead, International Engagement had this to say about the program,

“With the IDEAS Program Award, nursing faculty will be supported in developing a new service-learning program to Bolivia that will allow our nursing students the opportunity to practice their unique skills and gain valuable cross-cultural experience.”

The IDEAS Program is a program of the U.S Department of State with funding provided by the United States Government and supported in its implementation by World Learning.

Founded in 1964, Shoreline Community College offers more than 100 rigorous academic and professional/technical degrees and certificates to meet the lifelong learning needs of its diverse students and communities.


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Free improv class for adults June 14 at Shoreline Library

SilverKite Community Arts offers a free Improv class for adults at the Shoreline Library:
Whether you are new to improv and acting or an old pro, there's plenty of laughter, joy and comradery to be discovered in the theatre games we will explore together.

Register here


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Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics through Shoreline on Friday

L-R Officer Hunt, Shoreline Capt Tim Meyer, Shoreline Chief Kelly Park, Shoreline Officer Paula Kieland, Kenmore Chief Brandon Moen

Shoreline and Kenmore Police Departments participated in the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) for Special Olympics on Friday, June 9, 2023.

Officers ran with the torch through Shoreline, starting at N 205th, and then handed off to the Seattle Police Department at 145th.

We are proud to come together to support such an important cause!

Photo courtesy Shoreline Police

This is an annual tradition for our local police departments.

Special Olympics Washington is proud of the dedicated law enforcement personnel from all over the state who are committed to raising thousands of dollars for our athletes and increasing public awareness to our Program.



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Golden Wheels Car Show at Shoreline Historical Museum Saturday June 17, 2023

Come to the Shoreline Historical Museum and the Golden Wheels car club's fleet of vehicles on Saturday, June 17, 2023 from 10am - 2pm at the museum, 18501 Linden Ave N., Shoreline, WA 98155

From the early days of Playland to the race cars of Aurora Speedway see the history of cars and transportation and talk to the owners who have lovingly restored these vehicles.


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Steve's Travels: Amish buggy

Friday, June 9, 2023

Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Staff photographer Steve Robinson and his wife do a lot of traveling and of course his camera goes with him. This is a photo of an Amish buggy in the town of Pella, Iowa. 40 miles southeast of Des Moines IA.
 
 

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LFP City council moves forward with plan to reduce speed limits on Bothell and Ballinger Way

Photo by Joshua Hoehne on Unsplash
Since last spring, the LFP City Council has been considering reductions to speed limits on our local roads and state highways which will prioritize pedestrian and multi-modal safety.

The Council discussed a multi-phased approach to setting lower speed limits which began with the adoption of a speed limit setting methodology as required by state statute.

As part of this ongoing safety effort, they are also continuing to move forward with the process to reduce the speed limits on SR 522 (Bothell Way NE) and SR 104 (Ballinger Way NE) to ensure the safety of all pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers.

On October 13, 2022, the City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 1252 adopting the National Association of City Transportation Officials’ (“NACTO) 2020 City Limits, Setting Safe Speed Limits on Urban Streets (“City Limits”), a document intended to provide cities with guidance on how to strategically set speed limits on urban streets, using a Safe Systems approach, to reduce traffic fatalities and injuries.

As recommended in the City Limits document, the City will consider three or more phases to increasing safety on our roads. 
  1. Setting default speed limits on many streets at once (such as 25 mph on major streets and 20 mph on all minor neighborhood streets),
  2. Designating slow zones in sensitive areas, and
  3. Setting corridor speed limits on high priority major streets, using a safe speed study, which uses conflict density and activity level to set context-appropriate speed limits.

Ordinance 1252 will move forward with a Safe Speed Study in accordance with methodology in City Limits to determine the speed limits that will best minimize the risk of persons being killed or seriously injured in Lake Forest Park.

This work that the Council is conducting is very timely and necessary. The reduced traffic during the pandemic emboldened some drivers to ignore basic courtesy and safety and this has led to a significant increase in unlawful behavior on our roads and state highways. Traffic volume is down, yet infractions are up, as are crashes on a per-trip basis.

It is the Council’s intent to create a speed-setting program that slows drivers down and one that reflects the character of our community.

Be safe out there whether walking, riding and especially when driving!

--Deputy Mayor Tom French


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Skills and drills tennis camp for middle and high school students from Arnie Moreno

Tennis coach Arnie Moreno
Shorewood varsity tennis coach Arnie Moreno will hold a tennis camp for middle school and high school students. Learn to play tennis for a lifetime of fun!
  • July 10 to 14, 2023.
  • Two hours each day from 10am to 12 noon.
  • For all skill levels from beginners to advanced. 
  • Rackets provided for use during the camp if needed. 
Liability waiver can be submitted on the day the student starts the camp. Copy and print the schedule and liability waiver.

Arnie Moreno
  • PTR Certified Tennis Instructor
  • Shorewood High School Girls Varsity Tennis Coach
  • Shorewood High School Boys Varsity Tennis Coach
  • Shorewood High School 428 wins 16 Wesco South League Championships
  • WesCo South Coach of the Year 2022
  • Seattle P – I Girls Tennis Coach of the Year 2005
  • King 5 “ Coach that makes a Difference” Feb. 2008
  • Washington State University “ Educator of Excellence” Award 2007

LOCATION: Shorewood HS tennis courts, 17300 Fremont Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133

Time/ Days: 
  • MONDAY – thru - FRIDAY 10am to 12 noon
  • Dates: July 10, 11, 12, 13, 14
LAST DAY OF CAMP  
  • July 14, 2023
  • * 17th and 18th make up dates only for rain out lesson
  • * Call instructor for dates of make up lessons 206-412-3191
COST
  • 5 two hour lessons for $125 or $25 per lesson
  • *Family plan – more than one family member in the camp :
  • 5 2 hour group lessons for $100 per student or $ 20 / day- per student.
Checks payable to Arnie Moreno or pay by lesson or number of lessons you plan to take.
  • Mail payment or bring to first day of practice.
  • 18904-32nd AVE NE, Lake Forest Park, WA. 98155

Ball Machine - Live ball drills - Fundamentals
Games and Matches - Skill drills – Strategy

ALL LEVELS OF SKILL – BEGINNERS TO ADVANCED - MIDDLE SCHOOL TO HIGH SCHOOL

RACKET PROVIDED IF NEEDED - BALLS PROVIDED

Required by first week of tennis camp:
  • emergency contact
  • insurance coverage information
PLEASE CALL or email ARNIE MORENO TO SIGN UP, signups accepted on any day during the camp

CONTACT INFORMATION

ENROLLMENT FORM
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Student name __________________________________________

Parent signature ________________________________________

Emergency contact # ____________________________________

Insurance ( name of company only ) _______________________________________

I release any claim for liability for Summer Tennis Skills and Drills ( Camp ), instructors and Moreno Company. I understand the risk involved in physical activities required in tennis and hold the Camp and instructors harmless. The Camp and instructors will use appropriate and safe instructional techniques, equipment and drills.



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DOJ: Marysville man who ran fentanyl pill mill from his garage sentenced to 15 years in prison

A Marysville, Washington, man was sentenced June 7, 2023 in U.S. District Court in Seattle to 15 years in prison for three federal felonies connected to the fentanyl pill manufacturing lab in his rental home, announced U.S. Attorney Nick Brown. 

Jose Eduardo Garnica, 34, pleaded guilty in March 2023 to conspiracy to manufacture and deliver controlled substances, possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime, and conspiracy to commit money laundering. 

At the sentencing hearing, U.S. District Judge Tana Lin said, “This is one of the largest fentanyl seizures in the district. Mr. Garnica had so much fentanyl a hazmat team had to be called in.”

“This case weaves together all the strands that make fentanyl trafficking such a dangerous business,” said U.S. Attorney Nick Brown. 

Mr. Garnica was manufacturing fentanyl pills with deadly powders that could make each pill lethal. His activities contaminated the home he rented, and he had 27 guns – many of them high powered assault weapons – adding to the danger. This is a significant prison sentence, but appropriate due to the risk he posed to our community.”

According to records filed in the case, Garnica came to the attention of law enforcement on June 17, 2022, when U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Los Angeles inspected a package shipped from China to Garnica’s Marysville address. 

The package was labeled “furniture parts,” but in fact it contained dies for use in a pill press that would make pills that appear to have the markings of oxycodone pills. 

Further investigation of Garnica and Wilson revealed numerous unusual cash transactions and the purchase of 11 firearms in a three-month span of 2020. 
In fact, when law enforcement searched the home, agents seized 27 guns and 25 kilos of fentanyl. Law enforcement also seized 50,000 rounds of ammunition.

On July 21, 2022, agents with Homeland Security Investigations and the FBI executed search warrants at the Marysville residence and seized the pill press and other materials for making fake oxycodone pills in the garage. 

Officers called a hazmat team to secure the lab due to the potentially deadly nature of fentanyl powder. Investigators determined that fentanyl residue had spread from the manufacturing location in the garage, throughout the house. The spread may have been caused by the HVAC system. Garnica has agreed to pay more than $71,000 to the owner of the home to remediate the residence.

In addition to the pill press and fentanyl powder, law enforcement found kilo sized bricks of fentanyl pills that appeared to have been smuggled into the U.S. from Mexico. 

Also of great concern, some of the pills Garnica was manufacturing also contained Xylazine – a sedative used in veterinary medicine that has been linked to more deaths. In some instances, those injected with Xylazine had had tissue damage requiring amputation.

In asking for an 18-year prison sentence, Assistant United States Attorney Vince Lombardi cited the unique danger of fentanyl and the heavy toll of fatal overdoses in King County. 

“…Fentanyl overdose deaths have continued to soar in the Seattle area. Overdose deaths attributable in whole or in part to fentanyl have risen from just 22 in 2016 to 709 in 2022. 
"As of May 26, more than 500 overdose deaths were attributable to fentanyl for 2023 to date – a pace that puts King County at more than 1,000 overdose deaths by year end.”

The case was investigated by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and the FBI with assistance from the Washington State Patrol, National Guard Civil Service Team, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Custom and Border Protection’s Air and Marine Operations, the Snohomish County Drug Task Force, and the Skagit County Drug Task Force.

The case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Vince Lombardi.


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Jobs: WSDOT Transportation Engineer 2 (In-Training)

WSDOT
Transportation Engineer 2 (In-Training)
Shoreline, WA – Northwest Region
$63,056 - $93,522 Annually

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently seeking a Transportation Engineer 2 (In-Training) in Shoreline, WA in the Northwest Region (NWR) Transportation Management Center (TMC). 

In this position, you will operate the regions intelligent transportation systems (ITS), guide other staff in the use of these systems, and make decisions that directly impact driver safety and optimize traffic flow on WSDOT roadways while also helping build algorithmic programs that assist ITS potential. 

The candidate selected for this position will also work to support traffic analysis and data requests for the region Traffic Office and assists in producing engineering studies and reports for others including news media as needed. 

The successful candidate will possess the ability to be available to work a variety of shifts to include day, swing, night, weekends, and holidays, sometimes with little notice to assist in the 24/7 operations of the TMC.

Job description and application


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Edmonds Driftwood Players – 12th Annual Festival of Shorts

Join Edmonds Driftwood Players for our 12th Annual Festival of Shorts! 

Each performance includes eight short plays that include multiple directors and casts. Come and be a part of our annual festival where the audience votes for a favorite at each performance from among the eight finalists. 

The theme for this year is Pay It Forward. After receiving over 300 script submissions, the finalists were chosen by volunteer reading groups who were given blind copies for rating. 

We typically receive submissions from around the globe! The shorts must not have been produced for an audience previously. Past winners have later been developed into full-length award-winning plays!

The eight Shorts that will be performed are 
  1. Tiny Man on Ferry by Samara Siskind (directed by Jonathan Olson), 
  2. The Ubercorn by Brett Hursey (directed by Diane Jamieson), 
  3. Frequent Flyers by Michael Goodwin Hilton (directed by Henry Dwan), 
  4. Be My Fur Baby by Rhea MacCallum (directed by Beth Mahmoud-Howell), 
  5. Monday Morning Still in the Park with George by Natalie Welber (directed by Henry S Brown, Jr.), 
  6. The Best We Can Do by Emily Golden (directed by Vicki Wicks), 
  7. Serendipitous by Lawson Caldwell (directed by Eric Bischoff), and 
  8. The Wrong Jane by Scott Stolnack (directed by Kelly Flynt).

The design team includes Nancy Johnson (Properties Designer), Rex Goulding (Asst. Props/Set Coordinator), Brent Stainer and Cami Taliaferro-Barber (Lighting Designers), Jenna McElroy (Costume Designer), Sean Morrone (Stage Manager), Anna McClane (Asst. Stage Manager), Bailey Dobbins (Build Supervisor), Brian Fletcher (Sound Designer/Technical Director/Co-Producer), and Katie Soule (Managing Director/Co-Producer).

June 29 - July 2, 2023 
  • Thursday and Friday at 8pm, 
  • Saturday at 2pm and 8pm, 
  • Sunday at 2pm.
TICKETS: 
  • $20 General Adult (19-59); $18 Junior/Senior/Military. 
  • Purchase tickets online or by phone at 425-774-9600. 
  • Discounted tickets for groups of 10+ people are also available.

Thank you to our Season 64 Sponsors: Rick Steves’ Europe, Windermere Real Estate Edmonds, and Templar Financial Services.

Edmonds Driftwood Players is a volunteer-based, non-profit community theatre with the mission to produce live theatre that entertains, enriches and engages the community. Established in 1958, it is one of the oldest operating community theatres in Washington State.

Performances at Wade James Theatre, 950 Main Street, Edmonds.


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League of Women Voters of Snohomish County: Annual meeting affirms our work for 2023-24

Honored as Legends of the League were Lynn Carpenter and Joan Smith.
Photo courtesy LWVSC


The League of Women Voters of Snohomish County met at the Everett School District Resource Center for their annual meeting and luncheon on May 20, 2023. A hybrid option was offered for members unable to attend in person.

In addition to performing necessary official business such as bylaws changes and budget approvals, they approved two new programs of work for the upcoming fiscal year. 

While continuing work within existing committees such as voter services and healthcare, they will also focus on two new areas: Tree Canopy and Preserving Legacy Forests, and Statewide Redistricting Reform. 

Guest speaker Brel Froebe from Center for Responsible Forestry educated members on mature forests to help explain some of the issues surrounding this new advocacy work. More information about our current programs can be found at: www.lwvsnoho.org

A strong slate of nominees was elected to the board of directors for the 2023-24 year, and the outgoing members were thanked for their volunteer service.

The Annual Meeting was also a chance to recognize the Legends of the League, who are esteemed League members recognized for their long, significant, and influential service to the League and the community. 

This year, they honored two members for their outstanding contributions: Lynn Carpenter and Joan Smith.


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Follow up to trees cut down near RB Saltwater Park

One lone tree left on 20th NE
Photo by Save Shoreline Trees

Representatives of Save Shoreline Trees met with Rachael Markle, Director of Planning, and Kevin Bagwell, Associate Planner, on June 8, 2023 regarding the trees which stood near the entrance of Richmond Beach Saltwater Park. (see previous article)
Per Shoreline Municipal Code (“code”) and confirmed by the City, the owner did have the right to cut down the two trees, as it was determined that they were on his private property.

However, due to inaccurate information and a mistaken removal, the owner has to pay for a tree removal permit ($239) and an additional $239 penalty. The owner must also plant three replacement trees for each tree removed -- six trees -- within 180 days.

Also per code, this owner, or a future buyer, cannot remove the third tree which is Tree #231, a Douglas fir 24.3” DBH, until there is another tree established on the property that is 6” DBH.

Per code, a property owner may cut down 3 trees per 7200 sf, and 1 tree each additional 7200 sf, every 36 months, no replacement trees required. Code also states that 24" DBH trees and larger do require a tree removal permit ($239/lot) and tree replacements as specified in the code.
Statement from Save Shoreline Trees:

The Richmond Beach community is disappointed. The Pacific madrone and Douglas fir cut down will be sorely missed by residents and visitors who admired their natural beauty and all the benefits they provided. 

The three trees were a community themselves, and now there is one solo tree remaining. They anchored the NW corner at 20th Ave NW and NW 190th St for a hundred years. Sometimes, there are reasons to not cut down trees even if code permits their removal.


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Hunger Intervention Program (HIP) - nine meal sites across North Seattle and Shoreline this summer


Summer is just around the corner and HIP's Summer Eats program is about to begin!

This year they'll be serving fresh, healthy lunches five days a week at nine meal sites across North Seattle and Shoreline. 

Help spread the word so more kids can get the nutrition they need to enjoy their summer vacation.



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Rotary Club of Lake Forest Park awards scholarships to local students

Scholarship winner - LFP Rotary
The Rotary Club of Lake Forest Park presented eleven Shorecrest seniors with $1,000 scholarships at its meeting on June 7, 2023. The scholarship supports students as they pursue higher education and recognizes those who exemplify the Rotary motto of "service above self."

Scholarship recipients demonstrated exemplary personal and scholarly achievements while also investing significant time in volunteering and giving back to the community.

Students receiving the award include:
  • Summer Beer, 
  • Claire Bold, 
  • Hana Butler, 
  • Rita Carswell, 
  • Annika Fisher, 
  • Kathryn (Katie) Rochleau-Rice, 
  • Harrison (Hank) Rohs, 
  • Rebecca Swinney, 
  • Jordan Somers, 
  • Liya Tekie,
  • Tyler Wunder. 
All are graduating Shorecrest seniors.

Congratulations to the 2023 LFP Rotary Scholarship recipients!

Scholarship Committee Members include Silje Sodal, Jill Brady, Karen Edwardsen, Darlene Zulauf and Ed Pearson. 

The Scholarship Committee would like to thank Robin Roat and Lisa Lasconi for providing the beautiful table flower decorations.


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Birds of Ronald Bog

Thursday, June 8, 2023

 
Photos by Kristine Tsujikawa at Ronald Bog

Kristine Tsujikawa spent some time observing and photographing the birds at Ronald Bog. 

Oddly, reports from both Ronald Bog and Bitter Lake say there are no goslings this year. Even the goose pair that took over the new eagles nest at Ronald Bog and drove off the eagles (with help from a flock of crows) abandoned the nest and had no offspring.

--Diane Hettrick


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Large trees at entrance to RB Saltwater Park cut down

Madrone, Doug fir at entrance to Richmond Beach Saltwater Park

By Jonelle Kemmerling
Save Shoreline Trees Advisory Board

There has been shock and disappointment in the Richmond Beach neighborhood and larger Shoreline community. The afternoon of June 1, 2023, at 20th Ave NW and NW 190th, the tall trees on the corner across from the Richmond Beach Saltwater Park entrance were cut down.

After: stumps and debris. Photo by Marla Tulio

The beautiful old madrone measured 92" in circumference. It was 29.6" diameter at breast height (dbh). The Douglas fir was 100 years old.

Save Shoreline Trees contacted the City Public Works Department, as we had been informed these were right-of-way (ROW) trees. We worked for a year to save them from being removed due to the sidewalk project along 20th Ave NW.

On Friday, June 2, 2023 the Director of Public Works responded that these were not ROW trees as specified in the arborist report, but were privately owned and, per code, the owner could remove them without a permit. 

The property owner sought an exemption for tree removal under SMC 20.50.310(B). The information provided by the property owner's representative indicated that they met the criteria for the exemption. However, after receiving further information, the City is investigating whether the information relied on for the exemption was accurate.

However, the initial 2021 conceptual design by KPFF Consulting Engineers places the trees in the ROW. The Director of Public Works referred us to Rachael Markle, Director of Planning and Community Development.

After a day of emails with the City, it has been determined there is a discrepancy in the tree measurements. There are the measurements in the City-contracted arborist report, and the measurements provided to the Planning Department by the owner.


Remains of the madrone
Save Shoreline Trees has received emails, there were many comments at the Save Shoreline Trees booth at the Farmers Market on Saturday, June 3, and there have been postings on Nextdoor of concern about the loss of the trees.

Residents who enjoyed the beauty and benefits of these trees are dismayed by this outcome. 

We will see more trees come down in our neighborhoods due to the increasing need for housing and the impending middle housing regulations now required by state law. 

However, we will pay a price. Science is telling us now that trees are the cheapest and best defense against climate change.


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Land Commissioner Hilary Franz: Where there is heat - there is death

Summer is almost upon us! While June 27th marks the official start, we are already starting to feel the burn. Seattle experienced the second warmest May on record, with high temperatures almost reaching 90 degrees on multiple days. 

It was likely even warmer in neighborhoods that lack adequate tree cover. 

A study of the heat dome in 2021 found a 13-degree difference between tree-lined neighborhoods like Magnolia in Seattle, and more industrial neighborhoods like Georgetown.

I was fortunate to live in a neighborhood where the streets were lined with the towering horse-chestnut tree when I was growing up. This tree is every child’s dream, with its large trunks to scale and big branches to sit on. We would play for hours at the horse chestnut wars – launching these fist sized seeds at each other. This is something every child deserves – a tree to play on. 

Every child deserves a tree that can provide shade from the sun and a place to cool off from the heat. Every child deserves the benefits of a healthy neighborhood that trees can provide. This is something we must achieve – and something we can achieve.

Because where there is heat, there is death. At the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), we talk a lot about wildfire and drought, but we know for a fact that heat kills more people in the United States than any other kind of extreme weather.

Throughout our state, lower-income communities and communities of color predominantly live in neighborhoods with a higher share of concrete surfaces, which increase the heat. These include roads, buildings, and parking lots with very limited numbers of trees and parks.

That’s why we have set an ambitious goal to ensure tree equity on every street and in every neighborhood across the state – the first state to set such a bold goal. To achieve this, we’re going to partner with communities, non-profits, and local governments.

All told, nearly 4 million people in Washington live in neighborhoods lacking adequate tree cover, according to an analysis by our partners at American Forests. I am proud to lead a team that is pro-actively solving this issue — among many others — that directly impact and improve our abilities to live happy, healthy lives in the great state of Washington

--Hilary S. Franz


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Join local revelers this Saturday night at The Hidden Door in Shoreline for music, dance, food, and fun


Shoreline’s own Surf Shop Studios and Vizy Cog Production present Seattle rock bands Quicknine and Double or Muffin for a rocking and friendly good time on Saturday night, June 10, 2023.

Headliner Double or Muffin is known throughout Seattle for mixing up comedy with Rock n Roll. A bit like Frank Zappa. They’ve played at all the Seattle places; Lucky Liquor, Tim’s Tavern, Skylark, Tractor Tavern, Central Saloon, Conor Bryne, and more. 

Laugh while you dance! Opening band Quicknine has played throughout the NW for the past 10 years. Known for lead guitarist’s Rick Rosario’s ripping guitar solos, these guys are amazing rockers. They recently recorded at Robert Lang Studios, also right here in Shoreline. Same place where Nirvana recorded!

The venue for the festivities is “The Hidden Door” an old speakeasy at 14525 Aurora Ave N. The place has been growing by leaps and bounds post-pandemic. 

Great music, great home cooked Bar BQ inside or on the deck, and a lovely back porch for hanging out. Lots of people say that this place “feels like Hawaii.”

Doors at 8, Music at 9. $10 at the door.

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Shoreline Police to the rescue - of Stella Luna the pig


Runaway pig rescued from traffic by Shoreline Police
Photo courtesy Shoreline Police

Shoreline Police Officers have added a new feather to their cap – pig rescuers!

Patrol responded to a 911 call regarding a pig who had wandered off onto a busy street.

Without any hesitation, the officers rushed to the scene and managed to safely escort “Stella Luna,” the 300 lb. pig, to the side of the road.

Stella Luna's owner had been looking for her
Photo courtesy Shoreline Police

The owner had been frantically searching for her and was relieved and grateful to be reunited with her pet.

Stella Luna was “oinking” with joy and gratitude to be reunited with its owner as well!

We commend our officers for going above and beyond their call of duty, both human and animal alike!


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Team from Western Washington honored for investigation and prosecution of major cybercrime group Fin7


Russia and Ukraine based hacking organization caused billions in losses


Seattle – The Department of Justice investigative team, in a major cybercrime case which was pursued in the Western District of Washington, was honored with an Executive Office of U.S. Attorney’s Director’s award for Outstanding Litigative Team, announced U.S. Attorney Nick Brown. 

The prosecutors, paralegals, and cyber investigators from the FBI broke up the hacking group Fin7. The award was presented in Washington DC.

“Investigating and prosecuting cybercrime is uniquely challenging –the offenders hide behind keyboards, often overseas, but can do untold billions of dollars in damage,” said U.S. Attorney Brown. 
“With Fin7, the tireless work by our team saw three of the defendants arrested and brought to the United States to face charges. All three have been held accountable with significant prison sentences. Fin7 as an entity is no more.”

Those recognized today with the Director’s Award include: 
  • Former Assistant United States Attorneys Frances Franze-Nakamura and Steven Masada, and DOJ Trial Attorney Anthony Teelucksingh for their work prosecuting the case; 
  • Paralegals Anna Chang and Salee Porter for their critical work organizing records and discovery from companies, foreign governments, and law enforcement so that we could successfully petition for the extradition of the three defendants who were arrested while traveling in Germany, Spain, and Thailand; and 
  • FBI special agents Briana Neumiller and Stacy Muldoon, 
  • FBI computer scientist Waymon Ho, 
  • FBI operations specialist Zacharey Hansen, and 
  • FBI linguist Inna Dodge 
who all performed outstanding investigative and analytic work that was critical to the successful prosecution.

According to records filed in U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington, between 2015 and 2018, FIN7 members engaged in a highly sophisticated malware campaign to attack more than 100 U.S. companies, predominantly in the restaurant, gaming, and hospitality industries. 

FIN7 hacked into thousands of computer systems and stole millions of customer credit and debit card numbers which were used or sold for profit.

In the United States alone, FIN7 successfully breached the computer networks of businesses in all 50 states and the District of Columbia, stealing more than 15 million customer card records from over 6,500 individual point-of-sale terminals at more than 3,600 separate business locations. 

Additional intrusions occurred abroad, including in the United Kingdom, Australia, and France. Companies that have publicly disclosed hacks attributable to FIN7 include such familiar chains as Chipotle Mexican Grill, Chili’s, Arby’s, Red Robin and Jason’s Deli.


The Director’s Awards are awarded annually by the Executive Office of U.S. Attorneys to recognize outstanding work by U.S. Attorney’s Offices across the United States.


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Shoreline Farmers Market to host First Annual Shoreline Pride Celebration on Saturday, June 10, 2023

The Shoreline Farmers Market is thrilled to announce that it is hosting its first annual Celebrate Pride event on Saturday, June 10, 2023. 
This vibrant and inclusive event in the heart of Shoreline will be a joyous acknowledgement of love, diversity, and equality.

With performances by the Burn Out Brass Band (an all-Queer marching band), the atmosphere will be alive with the spirit of unity and acceptance as individuals from all walks of life come together to honor and promote LGBTQIA+ rights.

“The Market strives to be a safe, welcoming place to gather for access to local food, small businesses and area resources,” said Mary Crandell, SFM Board President.

“We are excited for this opportunity to celebrate Shoreline’s LGBTQIA+ community, friends and family.”

Attendees are invited to visit favorite farmers and makers, connect with their neighbors, and to enjoy the Pride lounge and selfie station. Key resources from local organizations will be on hand for members of the LGBTQIA+ community, their loved ones, and the community at large.

A grassroots 501(c)(3) organization, the Shoreline Farmers Market has partnered with the City of Shoreline and the Port of Seattle to present this inaugural event.

"We are happy to be a co-sponsor of Shoreline's first annual Pride celebration at Shoreline Farmers Market," said Shoreline Mayor Keith Scully.

"We want everyone to know that Shoreline is a welcoming and inclusive place and invite people to join us in celebrating our amazing and diverse community."

The Pride Celebration at the Shoreline Farmers Market will take place on June 10, 2023, from 10am to 2pm. The market is conveniently located at 18821 Aurora Avenue N, across from the YMCA and Sky Nursery. Walk, bike, bus, or drive and park. This event is wheelchair accessible.

Open to the public. Free admission. All are encouraged to attend and show their support for equality and inclusivity.

About Shoreline Farmers Market

Now in its 12th season, the Shoreline Farmers Market is a vibrant area gathering place that offers a wide selection of fresh, locally grown produce, artisanal crafts, and delicious food. 

It provides an opportunity for local vendors, artists, and farmers to showcase their talents and products. 

The market is committed to fostering a sense of community, supporting local businesses, and promoting healthy, sustainable living. 

A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the SFM provides several food access and educational programs including SNAP Market Match, WIC, Senior Food Delivery, and the Power of Produce kids club. The SFM hosts regular market days each Saturday from June through October.


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Join Richmond Highlands Neighborhood Association on Tuesday June 13, 2023

Richmond Highlands Neighborhood Association (RHNA) has a new look, new leadership, and new ideas. 

We need you to make it happen. Join us for refreshments, great conversation and sharing of ideas as we welcome our new board members on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 7 pm in the Ronald Commons meeting room, 17920 Linden Ave North

Lots of parking behind Ronald United Methodist Church.

At the meeting we will also be planning our annual summer splash party event to be held at Sunset Park on July 15th. 

When was the last time you ran through the sprinklers, threw water balloons, slid down a slip n slide, and enjoyed popsicles on a hot summer day? 

Let's do this for families in our neighborhood. Ideas, comments, thoughts, questions ...always welcome. Email rhna.shoreline@gmail.com

Richmond Highlands neighborhood



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Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds presents Norman Maktima at June 13, 2023 meeting

Norman Maktima
The Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds (OFF) presents Norman Maktima at their Tuesday, June 13, 2023 meeting, speaking on the “Competitors Approach to Fly Fishing, my approach to rivers and stillwaters.” 

Norman is a true indigenous native of the southwest. 

He has turned his love of fly fishing into a career. 

He has been a member of the Fly Fishing Team USA, competing in many international and world championship events as well as guiding, working in the fly fishing industry and running MakitmaFlyFishing.com where you can find his unique Pueblo inspired fly fishing designs.

The meeting will be held at the Mountlake Terrace Community Senior Center, 2300 Lakeview Dr. from 6-8pm with the doors opening at 5:30pm. Mr. Maktima's presentation will be via Zoom.

The meeting is open to the public. Please join us.



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2-Alarm fire damages two homes in the Haller Lake neighborhood

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Two homes burn in Haller Lake
Photo by John Odegard

By David Cuerpo, Seattle Fire

Seattle — At 2:47pm on Monday, June 5, 2023 the Seattle Fire Department’s Fire Alarm Center received 911 calls reporting a backyard deck on fire and extending into two homes at the 300 block of NE 133rd St in the Haller Lake neighborhood. Dispatched firefighters saw a large column of smoke shifting due to the wind and requested a 2-alarm response to request additional resources to prevent the fire from spreading to more homes.

The first units arrived on scene by 2:52pm and worked quickly to knock down the exterior portion of the fire. Firefighters confirmed the fire extended into the home of the attached deck that was on fire along with the neighboring home to the West. Crews worked together to knock down the fires in both homes while searching them for any one inside. Fortunately, both homes were all clear.

The fire was under control by 3:30pm, then extinguished by 6pm, though a few units remained on scene to monitor for flare ups.

No injuries were reported. Investigators ruled the cause of the fire as undetermined. Estimated loss is $550,000.



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Local residents named to Dean's List at Gonzaga University


SPOKANE, WA (June 5, 2023) - The following local residents have earned placement on the Gonzaga University Dean's List for spring semester 2023. 

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

HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME

Lake Forest Park, WA
  • Parker Bixby
  • Carson Duling
  • Tyler Montague
Seattle, WA
  • Rolfe Zeisner
Shoreline, WA
  • Lauren Adams
  • Jaden Batara
  • Bella Haupt
  • Samantha Lee
  • Korrina Murphy
  • Julieanne Reid
  • Gus Ricard
  • Sophia Rice
  • Emma Richardson

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, Washington, Gonzaga is routinely recognized among the West's best comprehensive regional universities. Gonzaga offers over 75 fields of study, 24 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, WA (June 5, 2023) - The following local students have earned placement on the Gonzaga University President's List for spring semester 2023. 

Students must earn a 3.85 to 4.0 grade-point average to be listed.

HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME

Lake Forest Park, WA
  • Lilly Visser
Seattle, WA
  • Livie Hammond
  • Keegan Hilt
  • Anna Huycke
  • Harrison Sheldon
Shoreline, WA
  • Linden Beemer
  • Preston Ernst
  • Chloe Giles
  • Emily McDowell
  • Reece Mertel
  • Eleanor Reid
  • Max Reyes

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, Washington, Gonzaga is routinely recognized among the West's best comprehensive regional universities. Gonzaga offers over 75 fields of study, 24 master's degrees, four doctoral degrees in one college and six schools.


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Dean's Honor Roll at Southwestern College for Spring 2023

WINFIELD, Kan. (May 24, 2023) - Top scholars at Southwestern College in Winfield and at Southwestern College Professional Studies have been announced with the release of the Dean's Honor Roll for the spring 2023 semester. 

Full-time students who earned grade point averages of at least 3.70 (4.0 equals an A) were eligible for the honor.

Students on the list include:

HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME

Seattle, WA
  • Gannon Dow

Southwestern College is a private liberal arts college, founded in 1885 by Methodists in south central Kansas. Southwestern College Professional Studies provides options for online students in any location and has been named a top provider for persons serving in the military. The college continues to be affiliated with the United Methodist Church and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission to offer bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.


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Jobs: WSDOT Hydraulics and Environmental Engineering Manager (TE5)

WSDOT
Hydraulics and Environmental Engineering Manager (TE5)
Shoreline, WA- Northwest Region
$89,271 - $120,078 Annually

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is excited to announce we are seeking a highly motivated Regional Hydraulics / Environmental Engineering Manager to join our Northwest Region Environmental Programs. 

As the senior level professional engineer in the field of hydraulics, stormwater, hydrology, and river engineering, responsibilities include preparation of hydraulics reports, floodplain analysis, and bridge scour evaluation for the Northwest Region and as well as approving hydraulic reports from staff in Project Engineering offices. This unique position has the opportunity to develop and recommend policy statewide for roadway drainage, culverts, fish passage, river engineering and bridge scour.

The Hydraulic / Environmental Engineering Manager supervises a specialty team of four (4) Hydraulic Engineers and provides consultation on projects. This position is independently responsible for writing contracts and various engineering reports for complex and unique hydrologic, hydraulic, and river engineering for the Northwest Region and Fish Passage Program. This position ensures compliance with WSDOT policies, manuals, and various federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

Job description and application


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