Jobs: WSDOT Design Build Procurement Engineer (TTE)

Sunday, May 5, 2024

WSDOT
Design Build Procurement Engineer (TTE)
Shoreline, WA – Northwest Region
$92,836 - $124,878 Annually

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently seeking a Transportation Technical Engineer to serve as the Design Build Procurement Engineer in the Northwest Region. This position reports to the NW Region Connecting Washington Engineering Manager and will be responsible for managing the region's procurement of Design-Build projects for the Highway Construction Program; a highly specialized technical program having substantial regional impact. 

This position plays a key role in managing and leading the procurement process for the NWR Design-Build program and coordinating the regional effort in supporting the Design-Build program. This position plans, leads, strategizes, and organizes the procurement of Design-Build contract including Request for Qualifications (RFQ) (including project goals and scoring criteria), Instructions to Proposers (ITP) and Request for Proposal (RFP) documents, planning, and oversight of Statement of Qualification (SOQ) evaluation and coordination of the Proposal evaluation. 

In addition, this technical position is responsible for training regional discipline leads and design staff on Design-Build RFP document preparation. This position is critical in fostering a respectful and healthy work environment with focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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Jobs: WSDOT Special Projects Engineer (TE3)

WSDOT
Special Projects Engineer (TE3)
Shoreline, WA – Northwest Region
$76,179 - $102,475 Annually

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently seeking a Transportation Engineer 3 to serve as the Special Projects Engineer in Shoreline, WA. This position serves as the staff specialist responsible for developing, monitoring, and maintaining the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). 

The Special Projects Engineer for the Northwest Region Program Delivery team works directly with the NWR Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) and Regional Transportation Planning Organizations (RTPOs) - Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC), and the Skagit, Island and Whatcom counties’ Council of Governments to evaluate and prepare the STIP documents for the NWR Highway Construction Program (HCP) for both short-range (STIP is a 4-year list of projects) and long-range (carry forward, new added projects) planning. 

This position proactively plans and coordinates the timely and complete submittal of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) development documents and amendments to the STIP/TIP as changes occur to the project scope, schedule, and budget. The Special Projects Engineer fulfills requests for project information through various reports to support management and delivery of the NWR HCP.

Job description and application


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Jobs: WSDOT Fiscal Analyst 2

WSDOT
Fiscal Analyst 2
Shoreline, WA – Northwest Region
$46,620 – $62,596 Annually

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently seeking a Fiscal Analyst 2 to perform professional-level financial review and analysis to ensure accountability within the region. This critical role supports WSDOT's mission of providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation options while ensuring financial activities comply with regulations and policies. 

Responsibilities include reviewing complex financial transactions for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with state and federal requirements. Join us in fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment while contributing to the improvement of communities and economic vitality through effective financial management.

Job description and application


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Precinct Committee Officer candidates can file online May 6 through 10

A map from the King County website shows voting precincts in Shoreline and Lake Forest Park

By Oliver Moffat

Precinct Committee Officers (PCOs) are volunteers elected by their neighbors to represent their precincts in their political party.

They inform their neighbors about candidates and upcoming ballot measures and they vote to elect party leadership and vote to fill vacancies in elected office.

To become a PCO, candidates file online with their respective county elections office: King County and Snohomish County.

The 2024 online filing period opens on Monday, May 6 at 8am and closes Friday, May 10, at 5:00pm.

In the event that more than one candidate runs for PCO in a precinct there will be an election in the August primary.

PCOs serve 2-year terms and are elected on even-numbered years.

To be a PCO, candidates must be registered voters in the precinct, be at least eighteen years old and declare they are a member of either the Republican or Democrat party.

Information on becoming a PCO is available on the Washington State Democrats website and the Washington State Republican Party website.

Candidates can find their precincts using maps on the King County website and the Snohomish County website.

For more information contact King County Elections or Snohomish County Elections.


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Special joint meeting of Shoreline / Northshore fire commissioners May 6, 2024 in-person and online

SPECIAL JOINT SHORELINE/NORTHSHORE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS RFA*
PLANNING COMMITTEE MEETING NOTICE

As required by RCW 42.30, the Open Public Meetings Act, you are hereby notified that the Planning Committee Board of Commissioners of the Shoreline Fire Department will hold a Special Joint Regional Fire Authority (RFA) Planning Committee Meeting on May 6, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.with the Planning Committee Board Commissioners of the Northshore Fire Department.

AGENDA: Initial planning meeting for establishing an RFA between Shoreline and Northshore Fire Departments.

DATE: May 6, 2024
TIME: 4:00pm

LOCATION: Shoreline Fire Department Station 61 Public Conference Room
17525 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133

To attend the meeting online, follow this link

Meeting ID: 879 4115 1467
Passcode: 005855
Dial by your location: #1-253-205-0468

Notice posted by: Beatriz Goldsmith, Executive Assistant, May 3, 2024

*Regional Fire Authority


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In the Garden Now: Handkerchief Tree

Saturday, May 4, 2024

Handkerchief Tree
Photo by Victoria Gilleland
By Victoria Gilleland

Handkerchief Tree, Dove Tree, Ghost Tree are all common names for this unusual flowering tree.  

When the wind blows flowers appear to float in the wind looking somewhat like a handkerchief or if you use your imagination you might think you've seen a ghost!  
 
The flowers of this tree may not be quite what you think. The flowers are actually just the brown marble sized structure in the center which is surrounded by what look like large white flower petals.

These white structures are called bracts and are in fact modified leaves. Bracts can be 5 to 8" long and 3-4" wide and certainly do stand out in the spring garden. 

You might have seen dogwood trees sporting attractive white or pink bracts this time of year as well.         

It's not a difficult tree to grow but the 'Sonoma' variety blooms much earlier in its life than most other varieties.

Some gardeners have reported not having any flowers on their trees for 10 or 15 years.  The 'Sonoma' variety typically blooms within a few years. How ever long the wait most gardeners think these unusual flowers are worth it!

 (Davidia involucrata 'Sonoma')


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Youth and Teen Programs are looking for clothing donations


On Wednesday, May 29, 2024 the Shoreline Teen Center will host a FREE thrifting event. 

Looking for a graduation outfit? Something to wear to Prom? We are welcoming all High Schoolers to our thrift event (located at Richmond Highlands Rec Center’s gym) at 1pm, while supplies last!

Looking to donate some clothing?

We are accepting donations of clothing for prom, graduation, or other formal events. We are hoping for clothing that is in good condition and is sized for any high school aged youth.

We will also accept clothing donations such as shoes, pants, jackets, socks, belts and other accessories that are in good or like new condition. Sized for high school-aged youth.

This event is aimed at High School Teens but at about 2:30pm we will open the event up to Middle School teens and tweens as well!

Donation drop off at Richmond Highlands Rec Center, 16554 Fremont Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133
M-F from 2-6pm, Now until May 29th.

For questions about donation drop-off email mhale@shorelinewa.gov

Questions about what to donate email lshields@shorelinewa.gov


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Shorewood tennis defeats Snohomish in a battle of league champions

Shorewood tennis team with coach Arnie Moreno (standing left)

Snohomish, WesCo North Champions, traveled to meet the WesCo South league Champions, Shorewood, on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. 

Snohomish had a record of 13-2 and Shorewood’s record was 13-0, before the match. Shorewood won the match 6-1 to win the battle of the champions.

Led by the top two Shorewood singles, junior Rylie Gettmann and senior Emily Lin and number 1 doubles team juniors Mari Brittle and Alex Mignogna, the team won three of four singles and swept all three doubles.

The match of the day was the matchup of Brittle and Mignogna with the Snohomish team of Hannah Wells and Mak Dauer, at number one doubles. 

The Shorewood team lost the first set 6-7 ( 3-7 ). Brittle and Mignogna bounced back and outplayed the Snohomish team to take the next two sets. The match was decided by great volleying at the net, consistent groundstrokes, and precision serving by Brittle and Mignogna.

Stormray seniors and parents at Senior Night
Photo courtesy Kristi Lin

Also winning for Shorewood in singles, senior Marieka Staheli, in doubles, seniors Emilia Garibay Romero, Emma Okamura, Emma Nelson and Reese Johnson

Coach Arnie Moreno says "the team met every challenge and played consistently all season. They are the best team I have ever coached and the best is yet to come in tournament play!"

They set a school record with 93 individual wins and only five losses for the whole season. In WesCo South league play, they won 49 individual matches and lost none.

Shorewood finished their season undefeated at 14-0 and improved their four year record to 50-0.

Shorewood will have two singles entries and two doubles entries in the WesCo South league tournament May 7th and 8th at Edmonds Woodway High School with matches starting at 11am each day. 

The top five places will advance to the District 1 tournament. Snohomish will host the District 1 tournament May 14th and 15th. 

The top four places at District will advance to the WIAA 3A State Tennis Tournament inn Vancouver, Washington May 24th and 25th.

Rylie, Emily Lin, Mari and Alex high five teammates. and senior players with families at Senior Night.
Photo by Kristi Lin
 

WesCo Tennis
at Shorewood 05/01/24

Shorewood 6 - Snohomish 1

Singles
  1. Rylie Gettmann SW def. Emerson Norris SN 6-2, 6-3
  2. Emily Lin SW def. Brooklyn Lewis SN 6-2, 6-0
  3. Anna Steiner SN def. Rachel Li SW 6-2, 6-7 9 3-7 ), 6-4
  4. Marieka Staheli SW def. 4-6, 6-4, 6-4
Doubles
  1. Mari Brittle / Alex Mignogna SW def. Hannah Wells / Mak Dauer SN 6-7 ( 3-7 ), 6-4, 6-4
  2. Emilia Garibay Romero / Emma Okamura SW def. Bri Ulrich / Lauren Ellis SN 6-4, 6-4
  3. Emma Nelson / Reese Johnson SW def. Val Lander- Contreras / Lucy Danitschek SN 6-4, 6-2

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Last of 4 zebras safely captured near North Bend

Shug's adventure has ended
Photo courtesy Regional Animal Services of King County

According to an account in the blog of the Regional Animal Services of King County, which had been leading the search, the last of four escaped zebras has been captured and will soon be on her way home to Montana.

Her name is Shug and she is in good shape after her week-long adventure exploring the forests around North Bend.

She was part of a dazzle of zebras the owner was transporting from Winlock, Washington to Anaconda, Montana. The owner stopped just off I-90 in the North Bend area to fix a problem with the trailer when all four animals bolted.

Three were captured and continued their journey, but Shug roamed the Cascade foothills for nearly a week, causing an international sensation and inspiring hundreds of memes placing her in various unlikely locations such as school bus stops with children.


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Here's to making old new friends - Savannah Sipping Society at Driftwood Players through May 19, 2024

Friday, May 3, 2024

Melody Mistlin, Rita Baxter, Dawn Cornell, Kirsten McCory

Review by Kindle Carpp

The Savannah Sipping Society plays through May 19, 2024 by the Edmonds Driftwood Players at the Wade James Theatre, 950 Main Street, Edmonds WA 98020. Directed by Joe Goins.

This is a story about four women who range from middle aged to in their golden years who meet by happenstance and form a deep and meaningful bond.

These are women who initially seem to have little in common other than a hot yoga class which they all hated.


Over the two hours of the play they develop deep friendships. As their stories develop and are shared, I wanted to pull up a chair of my own, sit, talk and laugh with them.

Scenes are broken up and cleverly transitioned by monologues from each character, allowing all the acting to be done on Randa's porch, or as they say in Savannah "veranda."

Dawn Cornell, Melody Mistlin

The story feels familiar but is fresh and so very funny. There were so many laugh-out-loud moments.

Babs once told me that people come into your life for a reason, a season or a lifetime. The friendships that develop among these four women during this play is meant to last for a lifetime.

This is a top tier cast, with great timing, great acting and delivery, no notes! I look forward to seeing them in future productions knowing they will elevate any production in which they act.

Dawn Cornell

The set design deserves more than just a mention. This is one of the better sets that I've seen. The porch not only had great details such as the siding, brackets and dentils, but I want the beautiful porch lights and the screen door. If they disappear you'll know why.

For Show & Ticket Info, please visit: www.EdmondsDriftwoodPlayers.org/shows-tickets. Some dates are already sold out, so don't wait to book your tickets!

And note that they are fundraising for new lights for the stage. Two of five systems have failed and they want to replace them all with LED. You can donate to their campaign here.


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Blue skies, sunshine, and interesting clouds

 
Photo by Lee Lageschulte

What more could we want?



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Artist reception Saturday at Red Sky Gallery for local artist Cheryl King


Join us for this epic show of animal paintings by local artist, Cheryl King. 

There will food, drinks, and a raffle to win an original painting of a giraffe done in oil on aluminum by Carol. 


A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Woodland Park zoo’s ‘Forest For All’ project to house the red panda among others. 

Artist reception is this Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 5:00-7:00pm at the Red Sky Gallery in Lake Forest Park. 17171 Bothell Way, N.E. 

This is a free event open to the public.

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Shorecrest tennis vs Stanwood May 2, 2024

Girls varsity tennis
5-2-2024 at Kellogg MS
Stanwood 5 - Shorecrest 2

Singles
  1. Lily Haessler (SC) def. Ryan Rep 6-4, 5-7, 11-9; 
  2. Zoe Greenzweig (SC) def. Emmy Monty 4-6, 6-2, 12-10;, 
  3. Mylee Lacomb (ST) def. Haneen Faraj 6-1, 6-2,; 
  4. Addi Bowie (ST) def. Walker Temme 6-1, 6-1

Doubles
  1. Tessa Mumbuluma-Alissa Rautenberg (ST) def. Lauren Kajimura-Sophie Schmitz 6-2, 6-2; 
  2. Alyssa Carlson-Halle Femrite (ST) def. Mia Halset-Thayer Katahara-Stewart 6-2, 6-2; 
  3. Averie Stunz-Tana Swinton (ST) def. Talla Gates-Brittany Morales 6-4, 6-1


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Four-team meet at Shoreline Stadium May 2, 2024

Thursday, May 2, 2024

Shorewood 4x100 relay team
Photo by Todd Linton

Track and field teams from Kamiak, Mariner, Shorecrest and Shorewood met at the Shoreline Stadium on May 2, 2024.

Team Scores


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LFP - Kenmore Recycling collection event May 11, 2024

Recycling event for Kenmore / LFP on May 11, 2024
Photo courtesy City of Lake Forest Park

The Cities of Lake Forest Park and Kenmore have partnered again for a combined Recycling Collection Event! 

Take a look at the Event Flyer  to view the full list of what you can and cannot bring. Please be aware fees do apply for certain items. 

The collection event will take place Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 9:00am to 3:00pm at Epiphany Lutheran Church 16450 Juanita Drive NE, Kenmore WA 98028

Items you can bring (please view the event flyer for full details and information):

  • Tires*, Propane Tanks*, Appliances and Scrap Metal*, Porcelain Toilets & Sinks*, Lead Acid & Household Batteries, Mattresses*, Paper Shredding (4 box limit), Clean Bulky Wood, and Refrigerators & Freezers*.
  • *Fees apply
Please note: No flat beds or dump trucks allowed. We reserve the right to refuse over-sized, commercial, contaminated, excessive, or unacceptable loads.

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Shoreline Team Pronto robotics team competed at FIRST Robotics World Championships in Houston TX

Team Pronto with advisors and supporters, including Shoreline Schools Superintendent Susana Reyes, center in black team shirt. Team Advisor Wes Proudlove is directly behind her and Volunteer Veronica Cook is second from right.

April 17-20, 2024 the Shoreline Team Pronto FRC Robotics team, composed of students from Shorewood and Shorecrest high schools, showcased their exceptional talent and spirit at the 2024 FIRST Robotics World Championships held in Houston, Texas.

This year’s competition, known as CRESCENDO, brought together 600 teams from 15 countries and 48 states, across 8 fields. Despite the fierce competition, Team Pronto made their mark on the Archimedes field, securing an impressive 22nd rank out of 75 teams.

In addition to their outstanding performance on the field, Team Pronto was honored with the prestigious Team Spirit Award. This accolade celebrates their extraordinary enthusiasm, partnership, and teamwork, which align perfectly with the core values of FIRST Robotics. For a small team at the event, they made a bright presence.

The Judges said about Team Pronto, “With unparalleled enthusiasm and fiery zeal, this team champions safety in their community. Their unicorns bring a touch of magic and free fist bumps to anyone they meet. If you need Pluggy, he’ll be right there, Pronto!“ Pluggie is a robotic fire hydrant that Team Pronto rebuilt for the Shoreline Fire Department.

"We are incredibly proud to represent the Shoreline School District on a global stage," said Joaquin Cordova, junior at Shorewood. "We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Superintendent Susana Reyes and all our supporters whose unwavering encouragement made this journey possible."

Thanks to volunteer extraordinaire Veronica Cook for the recap and photos, in addition to her invaluable support of the team and advisor Wes Proudlove!

And what a super superintendent to take a break from her Courageous Conversations About Race conference, also in Houston, and head over to support her students!

While this may have been Team Pronto's inaugural trip to the World Championships, their remarkable skill and talent assure us it will not be their last. As they continue to inspire and innovate, Team Pronto embodies the spirit of FIRST Robotics.

Congratulations to Team Pronto on their outstanding performance, and best wishes for their future endeavors.
 

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Shorecrest robotics team competes in WORLDS Vex Robotics competition in Dallas

Team SADMEP at Worlds competition in Dallas TX
Photo by Kari Potter

Shorecrest High School's Team SADMEP (that's PEMDAS backward, because they are always taking apart their robot) attended the WORLDS Vex Robotics competition in Dallas, Texas over Spring Break.

820 teams were invited from over 50 countries (only 16 from Washington). It was AMAZING, and the students represented Shorecrest and Washington well! 

They had a solid performance every match and ended in about the middle of their division. Many of their matches were within 20 points, which is very close in the robot world!

Congratulations to the members of Team SADMEP:
  • Jared Atherton
  • Lydia Chin*
  • Ameli Graff
  • Thomas Linville
  • Ole Lynass
*Lydia had a family vacation and couldn't come physically, but notice in the team picture, she is FaceTiming on Ameli's phone!

And thanks to advisor Kari Potter for the write-up, photos, and her leadership of the Vex Robotics club!

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Not a stallion but a mare - and still at large - zebra seen near North Bend

One of the recaptured zebras faces the camera
Photo courtesy RASKC
Thursday update on search for zebra near North Bend

Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) continues to take in information about a zebra that went missing on Sunday near North Bend, Washington.

RASKC has been in contact with the zebra's owner in Montana, as well as local residents assisting her. 

Contrary to the owner's original statement, the missing zebra is a mare, or female zebra. 

This has been confirmed by photos from the public that show the zebra wandering in the area near North Bend.

Numerous credible sightings of the zebra have been reported to RASKC and law enforcement, including one on Thursday morning, but so far the zebra has eluded capture. 

However, at this point, RASKC animal control officers are not actively searching for the zebra. They will continue to respond to credible reports of sightings, though. 

Sightings can be reported to 911 or RASKC's non-emergency number at 206-296-7387. 

Residents are asked not to approach the zebra or try to capture it themselves.


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Back from Central America - osprey return to Hamlin Park

Osprey return to nest in Hamlin Park.
Photo by David Walton

David Walton reports that the osprey have returned to their nest in Hamlin Park atop the poles in the upper ball fields. 

Nesting pair at Hamlin Park
Photo by David Walton

Must have been a long way back from Central America, as they arrived a little later than normal, this year in mid April or so. Normally they leave in September and return to our neighborhood @ March each year. 


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New skyline at Ronald Bog

Photo by Sam Hansen

Thank you to Meridian Park resident Sam Hansen who took this photo and tipped us about the fall of the "eagle tree" into Ronald Bog.

The tree, with yellow leaves, is center in the photo.

Martin de Grazia followed up with an article about the tree Favorite Tree: "Eagle tree" falls at Ronald Bog


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Shoreline Police fully deployed with body-worn cameras

Shoreline Chief Kelly Park
Screenshot from video on Shoreline Police Facebook and Twitter feeds

Statement from Shoreline Chief Kelly Park

Shoreline Police Officers are now fully deployed with Axon body-worn cameras. Trust, transparency and the quality of our police work is even greater thanks to this recent rollout!

It is just one more tool the men and women of the Shoreline Police use to enhance community safety.


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New Executive Director named for ShoreLake Arts

John Farrimond
Executive Director, ShoreLake Arts
It is with great excitement that we announce the acceptance of the position of Executive Director of ShoreLake Arts by John Farrimond! 

John comes to us from Tennessee where he was the CEO for the Chattanooga Ballet. He helped build the organization into a strong arts organization with a larger staff, budget, and more class offerings. 

John also created a creative outreach program to the rural community around Chattanooga to bring ballet to these areas where folks don't usually get the opportunity to enjoy it.

John has vast experience as a CEO, consultant and president of several non-profit organizations through the years focusing initially on special needs children, a personal passion of his. John has also had his hand in the arts for years himself working as an actor and producer in his early years and currently finishing up a writing project.

Thankfully John's love of the Pacific NW brought him here from Tennessee. He has filled his time here consulting with various firms and sharing his many talents and expertise while looking for a more permanent home. 

We are fortunate to have John join ShoreLake Arts. Our new ED is already out in the community getting to know people, learning about the area and sharing his love for the arts.

Nancy Malek and Tracy Furutani
Co-Presidents, ShoreLake Arts


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No Racing Zone: Automated speed safety cameras to monitor a section of NE 178th Street in LFP

The yellow line shows the "No Racing Zone" on NE 178th St in LFP
The large building in the center is Brookside Elementary 

On December 14, 2023, the Lake Forest Park city council adopted Ordinance 23-1284, designating NE 178th Street from 25th Avenue NE to State Route 104 as a “No Racing Zone” within Lake Forest Park.

This measure was taken to enhance the safety and security of the community.

New signs along NE 178th St
Photo by Laci Graciano
Following months of deliberation and identifying safety improvements on NE 178th Street as one of the council’s top ten goals during a March 2024 Council Retreat, the city council adopted Resolution 24-1952 at a special meeting on April 30, 2024.

This resolution authorizes automated speed safety cameras to monitor a section of NE 178th Street for speed violations. The section to be monitored is the same stretch that is currently monitored for speed violations during school hours, identified by the yellow dashed line on the image.

This section of NE 178th Street is currently operating to measure for speeds exceeding 20 mph when children are present during school hours or when warning flashers are active.

Beginning June 2, 2024, these same cameras will begin measuring for speeds exceeding the posted 25 mph speed limit at all other times of the day. The city will be issuing warnings for the first 30 days of operation. After the 30-day warning period, speed violation citations will start being issued.  


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Zebra stallion continues to elude capture

Four zebras escaped in North Bend; three were captured and one remains on the loose
Photo courtesy RASKC

Update on search for zebra from Regional Animal Services of King County

As the search for a lost zebra enters its third day near North Bend, Washington, Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) is issuing this update to the media and public.

As of 11am Pacific time on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, RASKC has not been able to corral the zebra. 

However, there have been numerous confirmed and unconfirmed sightings of the animal, all still in the same general area of King County where it escaped with three other zebras on Sunday. Animal control officers from RASKC are following up on these leads, and will continue to regularly patrol the area over the next several days at least.

Captured zebras corralled at a private horse farm. Photo courtesy RASKC

RASKC encourages anyone who has seen the zebra to call 911 immediately so that authorities can be dispatched to the area. People should not approach the zebra or attempt to capture it on their own. RASKC welcomes any photos or video clips that could help inform animal control officers as to the zebra's location. Those can be emailed to RASKCMedia@kingcounty.gov

At this time, there are no plans by RASKC to organize a large, formal search operation for the zebra. The area that would need to be covered is too large, and some of the terrain in the foothills of the Cascades would pose a danger to humans on foot. Also, since typical spring weather is expected to prevail in the area for the next few days, there is little concern about extreme temperatures being a factor in the zebra's well-being.

RASKC has received numerous offers of help from animal search and rescue organizations, drone pilots, and other volunteers. We thank all those who have offered help, and will follow up with them as we're able or needs arise.

And this, from Hilary Franz:

Photo courtesy Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz

Meanwhile, Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz posted this photo and said:

"The teams at Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) are always working to make sure our wildlife have healthy habitat. While this one was an unexpected challenge, we wanted to make sure that our new zebra friend felt comfortable for however long their stay in Washington ends up being."

(Psst - do I have to tell you it's a joke? -Editor)


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Olympic Ballet Theatre presents Don Quixote May 4-5, 2024 in Edmonds

Arcadian Broad and Ashley Baszto in OBT Don Quixote
Photo courtesy Olympic Ballet Theatre

Olympic Ballet Theatre presents Don Quixote
Featuring OBT’s company dancers and guest artists from Cleveland Ballet

Three Performances
May 4, 2024, at 2 PM
May 4, 2024, at 7 PM
May 5, 2022, at 5 PM

Edmonds Center for the Arts (ECA)

Edmonds, WA – Olympic Ballet Theatre (OBT) presents a three-act production of Don Quixote, with choreography staged after the production by Marius Petipa and Alexander Gorsky.

This classical comedic ballet follows the adventures of Don Quixote and his mischievous companion Sancho Panza on a heart-warming quest for love, honor, and justice. With an unforgettable score by Ludwig Minkus, colorful costumes, and gorgeous stage art by the late award-winning designer John Iacovelli and Seattle artist Ruth Gilmore, this family-friendly production is perfect for audiences of all ages.

Arcadian Broad and Ashley Baszto
“We presented the full production of Don Quixote two years ago, and due to popular demand, we are thrilled to bring it back to our audiences this May,” said artistic directors Mara Vinson and Oleg Gorboulev. 
“Our company has grown so much in the last two years, it’s exciting to showcase the talents of our new and experienced company dancers, as well as to bring guest artists from Cleveland Ballet to perform in the lead roles. 
"This beloved classical ballet also gives our Olympic Ballet School students a great opportunity to learn iconic choreography, comedic acting, and performing on stage alongside professional dancers.”

Svetlana Svinko and Lorenzo Pontiggia from Cleveland Ballet are this year’s dancers in the roles of Kitri and Basilio, and Frank Borg returns in the comic role of Sancho Panza. 

In addition to bringing this historical ballet to the stage in Edmonds, OBT is taking a display of production materials to a local library as part of the community outreach efforts to introduce the art of ballet and the classic novel about Don Quixote to the public. 

Visitors at the Edmonds Library can enjoy viewing sparkling tutus and toreador costumes, fun props, and a miniature stage model complete with a sketch of every backdrop. “We hope to bring this wonderful story to more families in our community and get kids excited about the performing arts,” said Gorboulev and Vinson.

OBT company dancers in Don Quixote
Photo courtesy OBT

TICKETS INFORMATION

Don Quixote will run three performances at the Edmonds Center for the Arts on Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5, 2024. 

Tickets range from $29 to $50 and can be purchased here or at the box office 425-774-7570. For more information, contact OBT at dance@olympicballet.org or visit the webpage .

ABOUT OLYMPIC BALLET THEATRE

Olympic Ballet Theatre is a professional ballet company presenting four classical and contemporary ballet productions during each performance season. Founded in 1981 and now under the leadership of co-artistic directors Mara Vinson and Oleg Gorboulev, OBT has become a mainstay of the north Puget Sound arts scene, regularly touring theaters in Everett and Edmonds. 

With the support of local patrons and organizations, OBT brings high-quality original and classical ballet productions featuring renowned and emerging choreographers. OBT offers audiences of all ages opportunities to experience the joy and the magic of ballet with affordable ticket pricing, intimate venues, and a diverse repertoire of performances.

OLYMPIC BALLET THEATRE
700 Main Street, Edmonds, WA 98020
425-774-7570


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Our Area’s First Language

Patti Kashiwa led a team of volunteers to make plant signs in Lushootseed and English at the Shoreline Historical Museum. Photo by Sally Yamasaki

By Sally Yamasaki 

At the Shoreline Historical Museum, local ceramist, Patti Kashiwa, led a crew of volunteers to create twenty-five clay native plant signs in Lushootseed and English. The process took three days with many hands working together. 

“It was a lot of fun to work with clay and learn about Lushootseed, and the results turned out really well,” according to a volunteer.
Volunteer team making clay native plant signs in Lushootseed and English
Photo by Sally Yamasaki

This Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 10:00am – 12:00pm the Shoreline Historical Museum will host a program to learn about the Language of the Forest by Professor Dana Campbell, as well as place the hand-made Lushootseed and English clay signs with their corresponding native plants. 

There will also be a fun clay activity where all ages can create a forest guardian to take home or leave in the forest. 

So, what is (txʷəlšucid, dxʷləšucid) Lushootseed?  If we want to learn the first language of this area, Lushootseed is the language we would study. 

Map from: “The Lushootseed Language, Examining Linguistics in the Native Pacific Northwest”

According to Tami Hahn, assistant teaching professor at the University of Washington, Southern Lushootseed is the first language spoken in the Duwamish Territory (which includes Seattle, Suquamish, Snoqualmie, Squaxin, Puyallup, Muckleshoot, and Nisqually. 


“Lushootseed” are two words that translate to mean, “Saltwater” and “Language.” 

There are two dialects of Lushootseed - northern and southern, according to the Lushootseed blog: Lushootseed Language, Examining Linguistics in the native Pacific Northwest 

Lushootseed was the main language first spoken in our area for many years. However, with the Treaty of Point Elliot in 1855, the language began to decrease. 

 “The decline was largely brought about when thousands of young Native Americans were forced to attend boarding schools in the 1880’s through the 1920’s. In a concerted effort of forced assimilation, these boarding schools punished the use of Lushootseed, and as a result the language experienced a severe decrease in speakers.” (What is Lushootseed)

Last December, the Shoreline Historical Museum planted a Miyawaki Urban Forest. The methodology of the Miyawaki is to use native plants. On planting day of the forest, over 300 community members came to help. 

Join the Shoreline Historical Museum on Saturday, May 4th
to label the native plants in Lushootseed and English.

With Spring here, and the Miyawaki forest plants beginning to bud out, the Shoreline Historical Museum saw a need to label the plants and it made sense to make sure to use the original names these plants were given from the Southern Lushootseed speakers of the time. 


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185th Roundabout is open

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

 Ready to try your luck?

The new roundabout on 185th by the Shoreline/North transit station is open to traffic.




Thanks to Johanna Polit for risking life and limb to get these shots.


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Edmonds Floretum Garden Club’s annual plant sale Saturday, May 4


The Edmonds Floretum Garden Club’s annual plant sale is happening Saturday, May 4, from 9am to noon, at Edmonds United Methodist Church, 828 Caspers St. All are welcome.

Club members have been potting up a huge assortment of plants over the past many weeks. Examples include native plants such as Western star flower and evergreen huckleberry, perennials like hardy geranium, rodgersia, filipendula, and peony, and the always popular succulents and veggie starts. 

Don’t miss the garden boutique chock full of donated items which could include tools, garden art, wire cloches, decorative pots, houseplants, books, crafted items, wheelbarrows and patio furniture.

Come early for the best selection. Proceeds go to horticulture scholarships.


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Do trees communicate with other trees - topic of presentation at Miyawaki Forest event May 4, 2024


The Miyawaki Forest was born back in December 2023 in the vacant lot next to the Shoreline Historical Museum at N 185th and Linden Ave N. 

Still in its infancy, the Forest is responding to the care of volunteers who’ve been weeding, mulching, rabbit proofing and creating clay signs to show the public what’s growing.

The first of three free events this spring-summer-fall is Language of the Forest on Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 10am - 12pm at 18501 Linden Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133

Professor Dana Campbell will pose the question: Do trees communicate with other trees? There will be fun and informative activities for all ages and refreshments.


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Shorecrest tennis vs Arlington 4-30-2024

Girls varsity tennis
4/30/24 At Kellogg
Arlington 5 SC 2

Singles
  1. Lily Haessler (S) def. Avery Head 6-1, 6-1; 
  2. Zoe Greenzweig (S) def. Brielle Barnett 6-2, 6-0; Brooke Klein (A) def. Haneen Faraj 6-1, 6-1; 
  3. Diamond Deyo (A) def. Brittany Morales 7-5, 6-2
Doubles
  1. Haylie Angel-Emma Armes (A) def. Lauren Kajimura-Sophie Schmitz 6-3, 6-4; 
  2. Zella Finnesand-Elle Aalbu (A) def. Mia Halset-Thayer Katahara-Stewart 6-0, 6-3, 
  3. Audrey Marsh-Aleah Barnett (A) def. Talla Gates-Walker Temme 6-2, 6-2
Coach: Rob Mann


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Now Hiring: Set-up Assistant at the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market

Third Place Commons is now hiring for the 2024 season at the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market.

The LFP Farmers Market, a food and plant focused market beginning its 19th season, is a friendly, well-established community of long-time vendors and dedicated shoppers. The market is seeking to fill a Market Booth Set-up Assistant. Read brief description below and get full details at ThirdPlaceCommons.org/jobs.

Market Booth Set-up Assistant: The Market Booth Set-up Assistant is an integral part of the weekly market process. Position requires a strong, highly responsible individual to load-in and load-out our info & community booth essentials and signage each Sunday. Training provided. Use of personal vehicle required. This is a seasonal, contract position that will start May 12th and run through October 20th.

This is an immediate vacancy, however the position will remain open until filled.

Pay is $125 per market day (average of 1.5-2.5 hours per day). Find details and information on how to apply here.

The Lake Forest Park Farmers Market is a program of Third Place Commons, a community-supported 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that has been building community in the heart of Lake Forest Park for more than 20 years. To learn more, or to make a gift to support the market & the Commons, visit ThirdPlaceCommons.org.


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