Large flock of shorebirds resting by Lake Washington (ok not really)

Saturday, February 3, 2024

 

Photo by Gordon Snyder

Spotted a flock of Large Shorebirds sunning their white wings along Lake Washington. They will be in the air soon.

--Gordon Snyder




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CANCELLED: Star Party at Paramount School Park at dusk Saturday


CANCELLED: Notice how very dark it is outside? Not a good night for star viewing.

Join the Seattle Astronomical Society for a Star Party in Shoreline tonight Saturday, February 3, 2024 at the Paramount School Park, 15300 8th Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155

It's free to see the stars!

Remember to dress warmly, bring a chair, a hot non-alcoholic drink, and your binoculars or telescope if you have them. We will have telescopes setup for you to view the stars.

*RVSP on Facebook or at https://www.seattleastro.org/events/2913 to get an alert if the event is canceled due to weather conditions. We will notify by 4pm day of the event if this even will be canceled.

The Moon is near its "third quarter" phase and as such the Moon does not rise until near or after midnight making Shoreline skies particularly dark and favorable for the star party.

Experienced astronomers from the Seattle Astronomical Society (SAS) volunteer their time and telescopes and binoculars to share with the public. Everyone is welcome including families with children.

Visit the SAS website for other Puget Sound star party events, and for outreach opportunities, meetings and membership information.

This public star party is authorized by the city of Shoreline, Parks & Recreation Department and is free of charge.


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Residential fire in Hillwood

Photo by Mike Remarcke
At approximately 6:25 Thursday night, February 1, 2024, Shoreline Fire was dispatched to a Residential Structure Fire in the 300 block of NW 200th in the Hillwood neighborhood of Shoreline.

The garage was a total loss, and the home has smoke damage. The homeowners evacuated safely, and no injuries were reported. 

The cause is under investigation. South County Fire, Seattle Fire Department and Bothell Fire Department assisted.


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AG Ferguson: Providence must provide $157.8 million in refunds and debt relief for unlawful medical charges to low-income Washingtonians

Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced today that Providence, one of the nation’s largest healthcare systems, must forgive more than $137 million in medical debt and refund more than $20 million to patients the company billed for services despite knowing they likely qualified for free or reduced-cost health care. 

The $157.8 million resolution will provide full refunds, plus interest, and debt forgiveness for 99,446 individuals. It is the largest resolution of its kind in the country.

State law requires hospitals to provide medical financial assistance, also known as charity care, to Washingtonians based on their income level — for both insured and uninsured patients. Hospitals are required to notify patients about this protection and check to see whether they are eligible for discounts on their out-of-pocket expenses.

Ferguson filed an enforcement action against Providence for deceiving patients into believing they had no choice but to pay their medical bill, and unlawfully shifting the burden onto patients to self-identify their eligibility for financial assistance. This created barriers to affordable care for thousands of the most vulnerable Washingtonians.

The legally enforceable agreement, filed today in King County Superior Court, resolves Ferguson’s lawsuit against all hospitals operated by Providence and its Washington affiliates, Swedish Medical Center and Kadlec Regional Medical Center.

Ferguson’s lawsuit asserted that between 2018 and 2023, Providence routinely disregarded its legal obligations. 

Instead, Providence trained staff to aggressively ask for payment from patients who were likely eligible for financial assistance, or simply billed them without determining if they qualified. 

In thousands of cases, Providence knowingly sent low-income patients — including Medicaid enrollees — to debt collectors. One of Providence’s own employees warned leadership that the health system’s practices were “sending the poor to bad debt.”

Providence health system operates hospitals across Washington. Many of its hospitals are either the largest or the only hospital in the area. Swedish First Hill and Providence Sacred Heart are among the largest hospitals in the state, with more than 600 beds. 

Together, these hospitals reported more than $18 billion in patient service revenues in 2020.

“Washingtonians concerned about the rising cost of health care should know that my team is fighting to enforce critical protections that improve affordability,” Ferguson said.

If patients have questions about whether they qualify for this resolution, they should contact Providence. The Attorney General’s Office does not have patient data. Providence can be reached at 855-229-6466.

The case against Providence is part of Ferguson’s Health Care Initiative. The resolution is the largest of four charity care cases handled by his office, resulting in more than $205 million in debt forgiveness and refunds for Washingtonians

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Work continues on the new boardwalk in Kruckeberg Garden

Boardwalk under construction at Kruckeberg
Photo by Forma Construction

Work is underway at various Shoreline parks as part of Forma Construction's progressive design-build project with the City of Shoreline and Mithun, including installing these diamond piers at Kruckeberg Botanic Garden.

They will support an ADA accessible boardwalk so all visitors can experience the entirety of the garden.

See our previous article

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Invasion of the bunnies at the Miyawaki Forest

THE RABBITS ARE COMING! 


MFF volunteers putting up de-fences

By Bruce Scholten & Martha Young-Scholten
Photos by Shoreline Miyawaki Forest Friends (MFF)

Ground Hog Day? Forget it. Top concern at Shoreline Heritage Museum’s Miyawaki Forest is not the desultory ground hog. It’s rabbits! Any gardener who’s had the horror of seeing bright red tulips gnawed to sad green stalks can empathize.

On December 9, 2023, hundreds of volunteers braved rain on Planting Day, on the ca. 3200 square foot Miyawaki Forest (MF) adjacent to the Museum. Passersby on 185th Street near Fred Meyer saw new paths twisting through replanted indigenous flora and fauna.

Hoping that fences will keep the bunnies out
Now the Forest faces an existential threat. Bunnies! 

Solution? The Fence!

Marla Tullio is a hard-working Miyawaki Forest Friend (MFF).

She described a veritable rabbit horde: ‘We've had rabbits feasting on the forest, snacking on young sapling bark and severing delicate shoots, bark and branches.’

At first it seemed individual tree guards made from hardware cloth might offer protection, but said Marla, 

Girdling
‘We soon realized the damage required a 3 foot high chicken wire or poultry fence, zip tied along the bottom and tied at posts…’

Protecting a few saplings was insufficient. They needed, ‘A fence around the entire forest! But we did create a few “gates” for access.’

Marla explained, ‘Rabbits chew the outer layer of sapling bark.

"Usually, the plant survives as long as chewing hasn’t completely encircled the trunk (girdling), cutting the flow of water and nutrients to the upper plant.


Angled cut was made by a bunny
"Photos show how rabbits also chomp the stem off with an angled cut that looks like the plant was cut with pruners!

"Most of the red cedar saplings (a bunny favorite) took the hardest chomps with branches completely cut off.

"So, we’ll watch for new shoots, but these might need replacing.

The evidence: Bunny poop!
"The photos from the last few days indicate clear evidence of bunny poop!’

Shoreline Historical Museum and Miyawaki Forest organizers and friends invite the public to witness the Bunny War.

Fast growth is expected in Spring 2024.

Come to see for yourself!

Miyawaki Forest is adjacent to Shoreline Historical Museum, N 185th and Linden Ave N, Shoreline.




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DATE CHANGE: Fill the Truck Fundraiser at Echo Lake Elementary on , SATURDAY February 10, 2024


Fill the Truck Fundraiser at Echo Lake Elementary on SATURDAY, February 10, 2024 from 9am - 12pm

THE DATE WAS CHANGED BY GOODWILL

Bring items to donate to the school to help fill the Goodwill truck for this PTA fundraiser. Funds will be used to buy books for the school library.


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Rainbow Bingo Friday February 9, 2024 at the Senior Activity Center

Friday, February 2, 2024



RAINBOW BINGO 

Friday, February 9


Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center holds our monthly fundraiser RAINBOW BINGO with our incredible hostess Sylvia O’Stayformore! 

Bring your Valentine! Fun attire is encouraged.
  • Friday, February 9, 2024
  • Games start 7pm, doors open at 6pm.
  • Participants can expect ten (10) rousing rounds of bingo, complete with prizes and a few musical numbers!
  • Cost: $20 Admission and $10 at the door for your bingo cards.
  • The $20 Admission reserves your seats and includes the evening’s entertainment and loaded nachos.
  • $10 Bingo cards must be purchased at the door by cash or check as required by the Washington State Gambling Commission.
  • Bingo is a 21 and over event. Cash bar will serve soft drinks, water, beer, wine and Jell-O shots.

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Shoreline wants bus base out of Ridgecrest; Metro wants more time

Sixty Metro Access vans are parked under the Cascades Bingo sign in the middle of a weekday in January Photo by Oliver Moffat

By Oliver Moffat

At the Monday, January 22, 2024 City Council meeting, the council changed Shoreline’s zoning laws to forbid bus bases in the Ridgecrest neighborhood, the current location of Metro Transit’s Access bus base and maintenance garage.

As previously reported in Shoreline Area News, the current owners of the property want to sell the site and Metro wants to buy it. The city says the bus base has never been legally permitted; vehicle storage has been forbidden at the site since 2008, four years before the base opened. 

Metro says they need the site to provide paratransit services in North King County and is threatening the city with legal action. Metro is asking for six years to find another site despite already owning a bus maintenance garage and two underutilized parking lots in the city. The city is eyeing the site to build a community arts and performance space with affordable housing for local artists.

Michelle Allison, Metro Transit’s General Manager,
said Metro’s question to the city is “why?”
and threatened further legal action
According to written public comments from Michelle Allison, Metro’s General Manager, without the Ridgecrest bus base, Metro would need to deploy buses from South Park, Bellevue or Kent bases which would increase expenses, congestion, travel time and decrease reliability. 

This makes the site an essential public facility in Metro’s view and contends it would be illegal under the state’s Growth Management Act if the city forced the bus base out. Given the cost and complexity of buying property in the region, Metro wants at least six years to move to a new site.

According to Metro’s public comments, there is nowhere else in Shoreline for the bus base to go because the other sites where bus bases would be allowed under the new zoning rules are either not for sale, would displace retail stores, are slated for other development, or aren’t big enough.

At the January 22 meeting, Councilmember John Ramsdell asked why the sites Metro already owns in Shoreline could not be used to park Metro’s vans. 
“I haven’t heard much of a reason why from Metro why none of those three other sites… would be unworkable.” He said, 
“I think it’s a little bit dishonest that we were told there is no other option in North King County that would accommodate the one hundred access vans.”

According to a staff report, Metro Transit owns three sites in Shoreline that would be permitted to be used as a bus base. Metro owns two park-and-ride parking lots in Shoreline (the 5.34 acre Shoreline Park and Ride Lot on the corner of 192nd & Aurora and 211 spaces at the Aurora Village Transit Center east of Costco) 

Both sites are expected to be underutilized once the Sound Transit Light Rail stations open later this year. Metro also owns the 12.53 acre King County Metro North Base located west of I-5 which is currently used as a bus base and maintenance garage but does not have room for the Access vans, according to Metro.

In an emailed response to questions, a spokesperson for Metro said, “The three sites identified as options each have limitations and tradeoffs. A fuller evaluation is needed to address whether those limitations can be overcome or if they cannot, and additional time will then be needed to make an alternate site—if found to meet the necessary criteria—operational.”

In written public comments, Allison pleaded with the city to negotiate a solution without further legal conflict and said, “Metro’s question to the city is ‘why?’”

In a letter sent to Metro obtained through a public records request the city told Metro that the site was in violation of the city’s zoning laws because it had never received a permit to operate as a bus base. The city cannot permit Metro to use the site as bus base because it would be in violation of the City’s Comprehensive Plan, according to the city.

A map of the Ridgecrest Commercial Planned Area as designated in 2008; the zoning area includes the Metro bus base in the south-west parcel. Map data from OpenStreetMap 

In 2008, four years before the site was put to use as a bus base, the city passed ordinance 492 which created the Ridgecrest Commercial Planned Area incorporating the six parcels at the corner of 5th Ave NE and NE 165th St. 

The zoning rules allowed greater density while enforcing rules to improve the livability of the neighborhood and encourage retail businesses. One of the rules explicitly forbids vehicle storage on any of the six parcels - including the site currently in use as a bus base.

However, in 2012, the city granted a permit to remodel the property into a bus base and garage. A permit search result shows the city reviewed and approved the plan for compliance with city zoning rules in 2012.

Councilmember Keith Scully speaking in favor of the
Ordnance said,“that is Metro's problem, not ours.”
Photo by Oliver Moffat

In public comments at the January 22 council meeting, Councilmember Keith Scully made his feelings on the matter clear: 

“We have tolerated for over 10 years, the facility that is not in compliance with our code in a neighborhood where it does not belong. 
"And we have bent over backwards, extending the period of time that facility was allowed to operate. 
'"We have bent over backwards, trying to find an alternate location in Shoreline. 
"Nothing about this ordinance bans transit access. Nothing in this ordinance has anything to do with the operation of the busses,” he said. “That is Metro's problem, not ours.”

Artspace Mt. Baker Lofts in Seattle. Photo Credit: Artspace
ShoreLake Arts recommends something similar at the Ridgecrest bus base -

In 2022, the city provided funds to ShoreLake Arts to conduct a market study on a project presented by ArtSpace to build a permanent home for ShoreLake Arts including classrooms, a performance space, art installations, and 40 to 70 units of affordable housing for artists. 

ArtSpace has completed similar mixed-use live-work spaces for artists in the region: the Mt. Baker Lofts in Seattle and the Schack Art Center Lofts in Everett. 

ArtSpace recommended the former “Bingo Hall,”,now in use as a Metro bus base in Ridgecrest as the preferred location in the 2022 study.


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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Groundhog Day

Thursday, February 1, 2024




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Shoreline City Council meeting February 5, 2024 to discuss Federal legislative priorities

Shoreline City Council 2024

The Shoreline City Council Regular Meeting on Monday, February 5, 2024 will be held in the Council Chamber using a hybrid format where both in-person and online attendance is allowed.

In person public commenters must sign up in person prior to the start of Agenda Item 6, and remote public commenters must sign-up online by 6:30pm the night of the meeting. 
To access the meeting remotely: 

There is only one item on the agenda:

Discussion of the City’s Proposed 2024 Federal Legislative Priorities

These identified federal priorities are complementary with state and regional priorities. The proposed Shoreline-Specific priorities that will be discussed:

Federal Capital Funding Requests—Present and Future
  • Express appreciation/highlight Shoreline leadership related to $20 million RAISE grant award for the infrastructure connections to the 148th Street Light Rail Station, and $4 million Congressionally directed spending award for 148th Street Bridge.
  • Lay the groundwork for future funding requests by highlighting coming capital projects, including, but not limited to: 185th Station Area, 175th Corridor, Trail along the Rail, and Mobility hubs and related transportation alternatives.
  • Continue pursuit of funding from Infrastructure Programs funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
  • In partnership with the City of Lake Forest Park, continue to advance work with the US Army Corps of Engineers for the Ballinger Creek Project under the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA).
Prepare the Groundwork for the Next Transportation Authorization Bill (Est. 2026 Timeframe)
  • Monitor implementation of current transportation authorization (Bipartisan Infrastructure) bill and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Continue efforts to expand upon and improve competitiveness of medium-sized cities in federal grant programs (as well as in federal grant programs outside of transportation). Prioritize transit and non-motorized transportation funding.
No action is required. Staff recommends that the City Council discuss the 2024 Federal Legislative Priorities and provide staff with direction on the Priorities. Staff further recommends that Council adopt the 2024 Federal Legislative Priorities when they are scheduled to return to Council on February 26, 2024.

--Pam Cross


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Story Time at Edmonds bookshop on February 23rd to be led by local authors, Mike and Brandi Konopinski

Local children’s authors Mike and Brandi Konopinski will be reading their book, “Animal Potluck” during Story Time at Edmonds Bookshop on Friday, February 23rd at 9:30am. 

Children and their grown-ups are welcome to join in to hear the story and participate in a fun activity afterwards! 

More about Mike and Brandi and their books can be found at Rainy Day Publishing’s website here.

Authors Mike and Brandi Konopinski
To find out about more Story Time events, follow Edmonds Bookshop on Instagram or FaceBook, and check the Events Calendar on their website: www.edmondsbookshop.com .


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STEAM Night at Cascade K-8 Community School February 8, 2024


STEAM Night at Cascade K-8 Community School February 8, 2024

We’re welcoming prospective CK-8 students/families and the public at large to discover science, technology, engineering, art and math led by experts and parent volunteers. 

Unleash creativity, explore innovation, and embrace the future! 

Support our local TSA (Technology Student Association) as they will be offering food and drink for you to purchase (cash-only).

Save the Date: February 8, 2024 from 6:30-8:30pm

Location: Cascade K-8 Community School, 2800 NE 200th St, Shoreline, WA 98155


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LFP Mayor's Corner - Opportunities for Public Comment

Hello Friends

LFP Mayor Tom French
It is my privilege and honor to be serving you as the tenth Mayor of Lake Forest Park. 2024 has arrived with a tremendous amount of optimism here in our little green corner of the Puget Sound Region. 

We have a lot to accomplish this year and it would not be possible without the hard-working members of our staff and our selfless community volunteers.

The dedicated members of our boards and commissions are working very hard on all of our behalf to improve our community and we are looking forward to seeing the results of their efforts.

We have much to look forward to — the continuation of the great work of the Planning Commission on the Comprehensive Plan Update; the delivery to our Council of the Climate Action Committee’s draft plan on recommendations for our community to reduce the impacts of climate change; the arrival of a detailed tree inventory from our Tree Board; and the delivery of design recommendations for our Lakefront Property from our Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.

There will be many opportunities for public input and comment on each of these important bodies of work. Please sign up for alerts on our website and check the City calendar for the latest word on upcoming events.

We are always looking for additional volunteers for our Boards and Commissions. See the article for openings on our advisory bodies.

A quick final note - we will be starting Coffee with the Mayor on a Saturday morning in late February. Please check the City meetings calendar for the specific date.

Many thanks once again to all our dedicated city staff and community volunteers!

With appreciation,
Mayor Tom French


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February Chamber meeting at Laurel Cove with guest speaker Brian Trendler


Join the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce for our February Luncheon Wednesday February 14, 2024 from 11:30am - 1:00pm at Laurel Cove Assisted Living and Senior Care with featured speaker Brian Trendler co-founder of LAF Tech.

Network with your fellow Shoreline Chamber businesses, enjoy a tasty meal prepared by the chefs at Laurel Cove Encore Communities, and learn about ways to infuse humor into your life.
 
Register by February 9.
  • Members: $25
  • Non-members: $35

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Nurses in Washington state can apply for a multistate license to practice in Washington and 41 other states

Effective immediately, nurses whose primary state of residence (PSOR) is Washington state can apply for a multistate license (MSL). 

Nurses with MSLs can practice in 41 other states and territories that participate in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), without the need for additional licenses.

Washington was the 40th jurisdiction to enter the compact. Gov. Jay Inslee signed Substitute Senate Bill (SSB) 5499 Multistate Nurse Licensure Compact, enacting compact legislation into law. WABON used a phased approach to launch the NLC. 

In Phase 1 beginning on July 24, 2023, nurses with active RN or LPN MSLs from other states were able to begin practicing in Washington. 

Phase 2, launched today, enables nurses who reside in Washington to apply for MSLs.

“We’re thrilled to be part of the Nurse Licensure Compact. Washington nurses and state residents reap the benefits from NLC participation,” stated Alison Bradywood, Executive Director of WABON.
She continued, “The NLC supports nurses in providing care for patients across state lines, gives our nurses the flexibility to practice in other states, and helps bring additional nurses to Washington state.”

The application process for an MSL is expected to take two to three weeks and includes completion of an FBI background check. The fee to upgrade existing Washington RN or LPN licenses is $65. Renewal of the Washington multistate license will be an additional $20 after the conversion. The annual fee to maintain an active single state license in Washington remains unchanged. Licensees who upgrade will retain the same license number.

Visit WABON for more information about MSLs and the NLC, including benefits of the MSL, details for employers, nurses and military spouses.


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Shoreline Police are investigating a violent home invasion robbery in Richmond Highlands

Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 5:43am King County Sheriff’s Communications Center received a 911 call from the location of the 600 block of NW 180th St in Shoreline, in the Richmond Highlands neighborhood. 

The caller reported a robbery that just occurred and reported there were three suspects. 

Upon the arrival of Shoreline PD, a search for the suspects was conducted but none were found in spite of K9 searches.

Kenmore PD, also a King County Sheriff's Office contract force, assisted in the search.

According to an account published by one of the victims on NextDoor, the three men had guns, threatened to kill the couple and pistol-whipped the husband in the face.

Shoreline Medics treated him at the scene and took him to a local hospital. By their standards, he had minor injuries.

This is an open and active investigation.

The story is remarkably similar to the case in Olympic Hills from January 28th. (see previou article)

--Diane Hettrick


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Seattle Police investigating home invasion robbery in NE Seattle

Site of Olympic Hills home invasion

Seattle police are searching for three men involved in a robbery at gunpoint in the early morning hours of January 28, 2024.

Officers responded to the 14000 block of 25th Ave NE in the Olympic Hills neighborhood just after 3am to find the couple shaken up.

The husband told police he was asleep when his dog woke him up and he heard his wife scream from upstairs. He was confronted by two suspects and one of them pointed a gun at him demanding valuables. A third suspect pointed a gun at the man’s wife.

Two of the suspects reportedly ransacked the home looking for anything of value. The husband and wife were told not to move before the suspects left.

They are described as three men, one White and two Black, 18 years old to 25 years old, approximately 5’10” to 6’1″ tall, thin, with black facemasks, black sweatshirts, black pants, gloves and black shoes.

Anyone with information is asked to call the SPD Violent Crimes Tip Line at 206-233-5000

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Old tires dumped at Grace Cole Park Wednesday night - do you know anything about it?

Old tires were dumped at the park entrance, in front of the "No Dumping" sign
Photo courtesy Kim Josund

By Kim Josund

Someone illegally dumped a truckload of old tires at Grace Cole Nature Park in Lake Forest Park (16735 30th Ave NE) late Wednesday night, January 31, 2024. 

The tires were reported by park neighbors early the morning of February 1st. There are estimated to be 50-100 tires dumped. This is not just an illegal eyesore; it is an environmental hazard. Some of the tires landed in the wetland area which drains to salmon-bearing Brookside Creek and eventually to McAleer and Lake Washington.

This illegal dumping was reported to the LFP Police, and the City Public Works Department is working to clean up the mess. 

If you live in the area, have security camera footage or saw anything possibly related to this incident, please call the LFP Police 206-364-8216.

Old tires contain chemicals, including known carcinogens and salmon killing 6-PPD- quinone, and heavy metals that leach into the environment as the tires break down. 

Leaching affects the soil around the old tire, which at first may not seem like a big problem. But even after the tire is moved, the soil could still contain toxins. If toxins get into any water in the soil, the water can transport them to other locations, potentially harm to any animals that come in contact with the poisoned water.

Recycling tires can help harmful chemicals stay out of the earth, water, and air. When you are ready to get rid of your old tires, make sure they get recycled. 
If you get your tires replaced, ask the mechanic what they plan on doing with the old tires. Reputable mechanics and tire shops properly dispose of tires at regulated recycling facilities.

Obviously, someone wasn’t willing to pay the fee to dispose of these tires in the right way, and this shifts the burden to our city to pay for clean-up and disposal.


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Somewhere in Shoreline: There goes the neighborhood...

Photo by Seattle Poppy

Seattle Poppy loves to walk and regularly wanders the streets of central Shoreline where she finds and photographs interesting things.


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Event honoring Edwin T. Pratt held at Shoreline Community College Tuesday

SCC President Jack Kahn spoke to the gathering
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

On Tuesday January 30, 2024 Shoreline Police, in partnership with Shoreline Community College, City of Shoreline, and Shoreline Community College Foundation, hosted an event to remember the life and legacy of Edwin Pratt.

Shorecrest Culinary Arts Program catered the event.
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Catering was provided by the Shorecrest Culinary Arts program.

Poet E. Mandisa Subira
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Poets E. Mandisa Subira and Kilam Tel Aviv performed their original works. 

Jean Soliz photo by Steven H. Robinson
Jean Soliz, who was close to the Pratt family in Shoreline spoke of Pratt's life.

Ken Winnick talked about his work with the Pratt archives. 

Poet E. Mandisa Subira 2nd from left (next to Bristol Ellington) and Mayor Chris Roberts, right, were both speakers at the event. Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Mayor Chris Roberts read the proclamation from the City of Shoreline naming January 30, 2024 as Edwin T. Pratt Remembrance Day. 

Police chief Kelly Park opened and closed the program.

Update: E. Mandisa Subira was misidentified in the last photo. Now corrected.


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Tryouts for the Spring Spartan basketball teams - 5th - 8th graders and high school - boys and girls

Tryouts for the Spring Spartan basketball teams
Leadership x Basketball

Spartan basketball is a program that focuses on developing our athletes as basketball players and leaders on and off the court. Teams practice three times a week for two hours, with this model our coaches have time to develop the foundational skills players need to succeed.

Spring tryout dates: Boys
  • 5th through 8th - February 14, 6-8pm at Shorecrest 
  • High School - February 27, 6-8pm at Shorecrest
Spring tryout dates: Girls
  • 5th through 8th - February 13, 6-8pm at Shorecrest
  • High School - February 26, 6-8pm at Shorecrest
Once every month our teams embark on a leadership day, this day ranges from guest speakers to attending sporting or art events. We believe life is bigger than a ball and want to expose our athletes to as many different experiences as possible.

Register for Spring Spartan Tryouts HERE


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Do It Yourself Valentine's cards at the Richmond Beach Library February 7, 2024


DIY Valentine’s Day Cards
Wednesday February 7, 3-5pm

Make Valentine's Day cards for friends & family! Create cards using paper, ribbon, rubber stamps, stickers and other items, while supplies last.

All ages welcome.

Registration not required.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Richmond Beach Library



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Online Computer Classes for adults free from the King County Library

Online Computer Classes for adults, presented by Bridget of Gentle Tech Help, sponsored by the King County Public Library System.

Sessions will not be recorded.

Please register at 1.kcls.org/OnlineComputerClasses for one or all classes. Registration is individual for each class.

Manage Your Online Accounts
Wednesday, February 7, 2-3pm


Learn approaches to vital tasks such as updating your passwords and contact information.

Spreadsheets for Beginners, Part 1
Wednesday, February 14, 2-3pm


An introduction to using simple spreadsheets for personal tasks such as budgets and travel planning.

Spreadsheets for Beginners, Part 2
Wednesday, February 21, 2-3pm


An introduction to using simple spreadsheets for personal tasks such as budgets and travel planning.

Improve Your Digital Security
Wednesday, March 6, 2-3pm


Learn tips to improve your safety against digital scams


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Welcome to Medicare Workshop at the Shoreline Library February 10, 2024

Welcome to Medicare Workshop at the Shoreline Library
Saturday, February 10, 1:00pm–3:00pm
Please register at 1.kcls.org/ShorelineMedicare


Learn about Medicare so you can make an informed decision about your Medicare choices. 

Discuss:
  • Medicare A, B, C and D 
  • Enrollment 
  • Understanding your Medicare benefits and options 
  • Medigaps (supplemental plans) and 
  • Medicare Advantage …
Registration closes February 10 at 10:30am (26 spots remaining)



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Richmond Beach Congregational Church thanks those who donated to their food drive

Thank you to all who contributed to the Richmond Beach Congregational Church Food Drive on Saturday, January 20, 2024! 

We collected and donated 14 boxes of food to the Edmonds Food Bank.


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Shorewood Cheer Camp sets record attendance

Shorewood cheerleaders at their Elementary Day Camp
Photo courtesy Shoreline Schools

Shorewood Cheer hosted their annual Elementary Day Camp with record breaking attendance! 

Shorewood cheerleaders welcomed over 285 elementary students this past Monday, January 29, 2024.

Having fun with the big girls at SW Cheer Camp
Photo courtesy Shoreline Schools

Students spent the day learning cheers and having fun with friends. After the four hour camp, participants showed off their new skills to a gym full of family and friends. 

Participants were also invited to perform that evening at the Varsity basketball game during halftime. 

Shorewood Cheer is grateful to be part of such a strong community and can't wait to see everyone again!

--Brianne Sturm, Advisor


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Mayor Roberts proclaimed January 30, 2024 as Edwin T. Pratt Day of Remembrance in the City of Shoreline

Mayor Chris Roberts with Sarah Haycock, who was responsible for having the Shoreline Children's Center named for Edwin T. Pratt. (See previous article) Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Edwin T. Pratt, born December 6, 1930, was a civil rights leader and the Executive Director of the Urban Metropolitan League of Seattle. His work was pivotal in implementing the Equal Opportunity Act in the Greater Seattle area, fighting housing discrimination, segregation, employment bias, and police brutality.

He intentionally moved to Shoreline with his family to highlight the segregation within housing communities. On January 26, 1969, Edwin Pratt was killed outside his home in Shoreline, and the crime remains unsolved.

Following the murder of Edwin Pratt, Thursday, January 30, 1969, was declared a public day of mourning. At that time, acting Seattle Mayor Floyd Miller issued a proclamation ordering all flags to be flown at half-staff and urged the public to attend a memorial service for Pratt at Saint Mark's Cathedral in Seattle.

At the Tuesday, January 30, 2024 council meeting, Mayor Chris Roberts proclaimed January 30, 2024 as Edwin T. Pratt Day of Remembrance in the City of Shoreline.

To honor this Day of Remembrance, the City Hall flag was flown at half-staff. 


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Applications available for Shoreline CityWise classes

Do you wonder how the City’s traffic engineers have been preparing for two light rail stations in Shoreline? When is new park land acquired and developed? Who creates a budget to cover the costs of a growing city?

If you are curious about how your government works, the CityWise program is a great opportunity, whether you are a longtime or new resident. Learn about the wide range of services provided by the City. This is your chance to ask questions and get answers directly from staff from every department.

In 2024, we will offer CityWise as an online experience. The two-hour Zoom sessions run on Tuesday evenings from February 28 through April 16.

This series of eight informational sessions starts with an introduction to Shoreline’s form of government. At the last class, participants draw on what they have learned about City operations to create a budget.

CityWise is free of charge. It is open to residents, employees, business owners, and students in Shoreline who are 16 years old or older. Class size is limited to 30 participants, chosen to represent the community. Applicants who are Shoreline residents receive priority.

If you are interested, fill out the online application. Paper copies of the application are available by request. The deadline for submission is Monday, February 19, 2024. We will send a notice of acceptance by Wednesday, February 21. If you have any questions, please contact Community Opportunities Coordinator Constance Perenyi at cperenyi@shorelinewa.gov or 206-801-2253.

CityWise 2024
*Dates and topics subject to change

Date

Title

Presenting Department

2/27/2024

City Government 101:
Organization, Vision, Mission

City Manager’s Office and Mayor of Shoreline

3/5/2024

Keeping Residents Safe

Shoreline Police

3/12/2024

Responding and Preparing

Code Enforcement and Customer Response Team;

Emergency Management

3/19/2024

Creating Community through Recreation, Arts, and Parks

Recreation and Cultural Services;  Parks, Fleet, and Facilities Department

3/26/2024

Building our Community’s Resilience and Strength

Community Services Department

4/2/2024

Maintaining the City

Public Works Department

4/9/2024

Planning and Building for Today and Tomorrow

Planning and Community Development
Department

4/16/2024

Getting Down to Business

Administrative Services Department; Economic Development

 

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