Jobs: WSDOT Air Quality & Acoustics Policy and Technical Supervisor (TPS5)

Friday, August 2, 2024

WSDOT
Air Quality & Acoustics Policy and Technical Supervisor (TPS5)
Shoreline, WA – Northwest Region
$88,741 - $119,397 Annually

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking a professional Transportation Planning Specialist 5 (TPS5) to serve as the Air Quality, Acoustics Policy and Technical Supervisor in Shoreline, WA. 

This position represents WSDOT as the statewide agency technical expert on air quality, acoustics, and greenhouse gas emissions, hydro acoustics, and pavement noise measurement techniques, and leads a team of technical staff to support projects across Washington. 

In addition to assessing impacts to communities, the TPS 5 is responsible for statewide noise policy development, modeling and design, research, and implementation relating the effects of both construction and operational noise on Southern Resident Killer Whales and other marine mammals as well as fish species in marine and freshwater environments, in addition to effects to terrestrial threatened and endangered species including Northern Spotted Owl and Marbled Murrelets. 

In addition to supporting WSDOT and WSF projects and facilities, this professional technical position oversees external agency air, noise and energy studies for transportation projects involving local agencies, transit, and developers statewide.

Job description and application


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Help chart Washington’s transportation future

Photo courtesy Washington State Transportation Commission

Public input sought at upcoming virtual meetings on the state’s 20-year plan, topics include climate, funding, community and equity

OLYMPIA – The Washington State Transportation Commission is in the process of updating the state’s 20-year transportation plan that establishes a high-level, long-term roadmap for the statewide transportation system. As part of this process, the commission is holding workshops in August and September to take public input on this early stage of the planning process.

The workshops will seek public input on four topics emerging from meetings held across the state thus far. 

The meetings will be conducted via Zoom, and online registration is required for each meeting.

Virtual workshop details

All workshops run from 10 to 11:30am on their given dates. 

The workshop will cover the following topics:
  • Climate and resiliency – Thursday, Aug. 15: What’s needed to ensure our transportation system can sustain itself under increasing serious climate events, and how do we proactively prepare for them?
  • Long-term funding – Thursday, Aug. 22: What types of funding solutions will help to meet transportation maintenance and operations, safety and preservation needs?
  • Connecting communities – Thursday, Aug. 29: How can we make our transportation system, neighborhoods and communities safer while improving access to opportunity?
  • Equity in transportation – Thursday, Sept. 5: How can transportation planning and investments be more inclusive of historically under-represented communities, including rural areas?
Each workshop will feature insights from practitioners in the field as well as an interactive discussion on how the state is making progress – and what could be done to improve that progress.

Free, temporary internet access is available to those who do not have broadband service in locations throughout the state. Find the nearest Drive-In WiFi Hotspot here

For more information about the Washington Transportation Plan update, visit the commission’s website


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Plans for Lake Forest Park Lakefront Park enter Phase 2

Design for new Lakefront Park in Lake Forest Park
With the preferred design selected, the city and consultant team are working to advance the conceptual plan into detailed design documents. 

The city is also actively pursuing grants and other funding to support the next stages of design and construction. 

Community engagement will continue throughout the next phase of the project. 

Stay tuned for upcoming events, meetings, and workshops coming soon!
Site plan for new Lakefront Park 

Deputy Mayor Lori Bodi stated 

Following extensive public comment, the City developed an impressive schematic design for our waterfront park, including a seamless boundary with Lyon Creek Park, beachfront access and recreation, community meeting spaces, and a playground area. 

To visualize the new park, visit the project website.


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Passing of former Shoreline Mayor Bob Ransom

Robert Ransom
Robert Ransom died at the age of 83 on July 29, 2024 in Shoreline. He was long in civic life in Shoreline, starting with eight years on the Shoreline School Board from 1983 to 1991.

When Shoreline incorporated, he was elected to the first city council, serving from 1995 to 2007, the last two years as Mayor.

After the city council, he was elected to the Ronald Wastewater Board in 2011.

Bob was a Retired Human Resource Director/Consultant (SPHR), and Licensed Mental Health and Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC). He had a MS degree in Educational Psychology, and a MPA degree in Public Administration - Human Resource/Personnel.


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King County Regional Homelessness Authority hires Irene Agustin as Chief Program Officer


KCRHA Chief Program Officer Irene Agustin
The King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) is excited to announce that Irene Agustin is our new Chief Program Officer (CPO). 

In this role, she’ll lead the organization’s work on overseeing more than 200 service provider contracts, equity-based procurement of homelessness program services, homeless crisis response system development and alignment, and applications for new funding.

Ms. Agustin has dedicated more than 20 years to working in human services and people experiencing homelessness. 

She has successfully led interdisciplinary teams in San Francisco, St. Louis, and Baltimore, designing and implementing initiatives that have improved shelter, access to affordable housing, and support services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. 

One of Ms. Agustin’s key strengths is her capacity to analyze data and assess program effectiveness to drive continuous improvement and strategic decision-making.
 
“I think what I’m mostly looking forward to is the hands-on implementation and execution of improvements to the homelessness response system,” Ms. Agustin said. “And working with the team and community on getting people housed and connected to services and resources to help rebuild their lives.”    

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Local student selected to University of Minnesota Twin Cities Dean's List

MINNEAPOLIS / ST. PAUL, Minn. (August 1, 2024) -

The following student has been named to the 2024 spring semester Dean's List at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, the university announced today.

To qualify for the Dean's List, a student must complete 12 or more letter-graded credits while attaining a 3.66 grade point average.

HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME, CLASS YEAR, COLLEGE

Seattle, WA

Jasper Kangas, Junior, College of Sci and Engineering

Founded in 1851 near Saint Anthony Falls on the banks of the Mississippi River, we are one of five universities in the nation with an engineering school, medical school, law school, veterinary medicine school, and agricultural school all on one campus. University of Minnesota Twin Cities


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Jobs: WSDOT Safety Management Engineer (TE2)

WSDOT
Safety Management Engineer (TE2)
Shoreline, WA – Northwest Region
$64,474 - $95,621 Annually

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

Under the general supervision of the Traffic Safety Management (TSM) Supervisor, this position will assist in collecting, filtering, and analyzing safety data in order to provide reports for Collison Analysis Locations and Corridors, and Intersection Analysis Locations (CAL-CAC-IAL), and the Field Assessment Program (FA). 

The engineer will also propose low-cost countermeasures to observed crash patterns, and in some cases will propose Capital improvement projects through the I-2 program. In addition, the Safety Management Engineer will provide safety data and analysis for region external and internal customers and analyze safety data for projects for the purposes of ‘Before and After’ studies and prepare Crash Analysis Reports (CARs), including analyzing existing conditions, evaluating alternatives, and conducting B/C analysis using the Highway Safety Manual (HSM) Predictive Methods.

Job description and application


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Jazz Walk advance tickets available online and at local businesses


The 16th annual North City Jazz Walk is Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Stroll the street, grab an inexpensive bite to eat and hear two free open to the public music venues OR purchase a bracelet and have access to seven indoor venues.

Music at the outdoor venues will start at 6:30pm.

Seven indoor venues will require a bracelet for entrance and music starts at 7:00pm.

Tickets

There's still plenty of time to get those tickets to the North City Jazz Walk.

Bracelets are $30.00 until midnight 8/12 and $35.00 day of event.

The event has several ways to purchase tickets.
Those locations include:

In North City:
  • Chicken Sodam, North City Lounge, North City Bistro & Wine Shop, 
  • North City Water District, The Easy Monkey Taphouse, and St. Mark Parish
In Shoreline
Your ticket purchase helps support the artists and the event.

Visit the North City Jazz Walk website for more information.

North City Jazz Walk is proudly presented by the North City Business Association, thanks to generous support from the North City Neighborhood Association, the North City Water District, The Rotary Clubs of both Shoreline and Lake Forest Park, Gabbert Architects and Planners, and our generous sponsors.

Five blocks of 15th NE in North City will be closed for the events.


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Kruckeberg leaf-casting workshop August 10, 2024

Concrete leaf-casting workshop at Kruckeberg
Kruckeberg Botanic Garden will hold its popular leaf-casting workshop with Carolyn Barden on August 10, 2024.

Add a personal touch to your garden with a concrete leaf cast! 

In this workshop, you will create an eye-catching work of art for your garden or home.

Carolyn Barden has been teaching this class at the Garden for many years. Can you spot all of her creations in the Garden? 

Crafter-extraordinaire, Carolyn will show you how to create, paint, and seal your cast, as well as demonstrate various ways to display the finished product.

Due to high demand, two sessions will be offered on August 10th. Please select your preferred session, either Session A at 10am-11:30am OR Session B at 12:30pm-2pm.

Our classes fill up fast and pre-registration is required.

Members $45 | Non-members $55
Kruckeberg Botanic Garden 20312 15th Ave NW, Shoreline, WA 98177  Parking is very limited.


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Speed limit to be reduced on section of Ballinger Way in Shoreline

Speed limit on Ballinger Way
 will be reduced to 35mph
The City of Shoreline reports that last week, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) informed the City that a change to the speed limit on Ballinger Way NE (SR 104) from 15th Avenue NE to 25th Avenue NE has been enacted. 

The speed limit will be reduced from 40 MPH to 35 MPH once new signs are erected.

The City will replace four speed limit signs along this corridor on August 9, 2024 ensuring that the updated speed limit is clearly marked for drivers traveling through the area.

This change was made based on traffic data analysis conducted by WSDOT and City staff, utilizing industry speed limit setting practices aligned with the goals of injury reduction.

There will be no change to Ballinger Way in Lake Forest Park. The top speed on Ballinger is already 35mph, with 30mph through the city center.

Oddly, the speed limit will remain at 40mph through the congested Ballinger business district.



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Scene on the Sound: U.S. Navy ship USS Sampson in Seattle for Seafair Fleet Week

USS Sampson makes its way from its Everett home port to Seattle for Fleet Week
Photo by Lee Wolfe

SEATTLE – Sailors assigned to Arleigh Burke class Guided-Missile Destroyer USS Sampson (DDG 102) have arrived in Seattle to participate in annual Seafair activities, July 30 – August 4.

USS Sampson (DDG 102), along with vessels from the U.S. Coast Guard, offer public tours and its crew will participate in annual festivities across the city.

The Seattle visit will offer the public an opportunity to tour a U.S. Navy warship and meet with Sailors as they showcase their ships’ capabilities. It also gives the public a chance to gain a better understanding of how sea services support national defense and freedom of the seas.

USS Sampson (DDG 102) is open for public tours August 1- 4, 2024 from 10am to 4pm. 

To ensure ship tour completion by 4pm, lines will be monitored for approximate entrance start time. All tours will be complete by 4pm, so the tour line may be cut earlier in the afternoon, depending on line waiting times. It is recommended that those interested in public ship tours arrive early.

Pedestrian access to public ship tours at Seattle’s Pier 46 will be through the secondary entrance for U.S. Coast Guard Base Seattle nearest the Coast Guard Museum at 1519 Alaskan Way S, Seattle, WA 98134

General parking is not available on site. Public parking lots in the area include those at the sports stadiums in walking distance of the base. From downtown Seattle, pedestrians can also use the Elliot Bay Trail to walk to the entrance.

Visit Seattle Seafair’s website for more information about the participating U.S. Coast Guard vessels.

When arriving for public tours, all visitors will be required to present government-issued photo identification, and pass through an airport-style security screening checkpoint prior to boarding the ships. 

All visitors are subject to search prior to entering the security zone. Visitors are encouraged to bring as few items as possible when arriving for their tour, as there is no on-site storage. Flat-heeled, closed-toe shoes are required for tours aboard ships.

Prohibited items on board include the following:
  • Weapons: including knives, firearms and club weapons
  • Defensive chemicals or sprays: including mace and pepper spray; spray cans of any type
  • Fireworks, flammable liquids or other explosives
  • Drugs and drug-related paraphernalia illegal by federal standards, including cannabis
  • Large bags, including backpacks, diaper bags and large camera bags (small camera bags and small handbags may be permitted, but are subject to search)
  • Strollers
While general photography of this event is allowed, the use of drones in the area of Navy vessels is strictly prohibited.

Due to the nature of U.S. Navy ships, those with limited mobility, or those who require walkers or wheelchairs, may not be allowed on ship tours for their safety. In these cases, the Navy will facilitate a pier-side brief.

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Travels with Charlie: New pedestrian boardwalk over Lake Ballinger wetlands

Thursday, August 1, 2024

A beautiful boardwalk out over the wetlands at Lake Ballinger in south Snohomish county. 
Photo by Gordon Snyder

By Gordon Snyder

We headed to Lake Ballinger to check out the riparian ecosystem restoration. Charlie and I had wandered around outside the fenced reconstruction area a few times before this.

Now the area is open to the public.

A close up view of the foliage without disturbing anything
Photo by Gordon Snyder

We headed to checkout the new access to the wetlands area. There’s a new Pedestrian Boardwalk over a fantastic wetlands on the north end of Lake Ballinger.

This elevated boardwalk lets you walk “over” the ponds and banks without disturbing anything.

The folks who built this access did it without impacting and changing the sensitive environmental balance. Excellent work giving us a beautiful setting.

Ducks enjoying duckweed.
Photo by Gordon Snyder

Even a Mama Mallard and a couple young ones are enjoying munching some duckweed.

Great to have another natural area to explore…

Cheers,
Gordon Snyder


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Free haircuts for school kids on August 21, 2024 11am - 3pm at Evergreen Beauty College in Shoreline


Shoreline Evergreen Beauty College is proud to be hosting our 4th annual Back to School Event for kids ages K-12. 

We will be providing complimentary Haircuts, Mini Facials, Mini Manicures and more! No appointment needed.

Services are on a first come first service basis.

18336 Aurora Ave North #103 Shoreline, WA 98133 in Gateway Plaza, N 185th and Midvale N.


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Shoreline piloting a new dockless electric scooter and bike program


The City of Shoreline is excited to launch a new dockless electric scooter and bike pilot program this July! 

You can explore the city in a fun and environmentally friendly way while connecting to public transportation options and reducing your reliance on a car.

The program will be piloted for two years with Lime selected as the service provider. Riders can download the Lime app on their smartphones to locate and unlock available scooters and bikes. 

For safety, helmets are required when riding, but there's a discount offered to incentivize helmet use. 

The City has asked Lime to start out with a limited deployment of scooters and bikes to test the service and see how well it works for our residents.

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Bartell's in Gateway Plaza will close on August 20, 2024

Bartell Drugs in Gateway Plaza, N 185th and Midvale Ave N in Shoreline


By Diane Hettrick

It's clear that the Rite Aid corporation, in serious financial trouble, is closing more stores. The only ones that have been publicly announced are in Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Ohio.

However, the beloved Bartell's at 185th and Aurora (officially Midvale) has empty shelves, staff who confirm the store is closing, and letters to pharmacy customers advising them they will be welcome at the Rite Aid on Richmond Beach Way when Bartell's closes on August 20, 2024.

However, I have been told that the RB Rite Aid also has empty shelves. Not a good sign.


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Executive Dow Constantine and Elections Director Julie Wise urge King County voters to turn out in August 6 Primary Election

RENTON – King County Executive Dow Constantine joined Director of Elections Julie Wise today at Election Headquarters in Renton to encourage every King County voter to make their voice heard in the August 6 Primary Election.

“While in many parts of the U.S. they are making it harder to vote, here in King County we’re committed to making it easier for voters to get their ballots in,” says Executive Constantine. 
“The Elections team has created new ways for voters to confirm their signature, expanded access to official drop boxes, and even added the coveted ‘I voted’ sticker to mailed ballots.
"Now, we need King County voters to stand up for democracy by making their voices heard during this Primary Election.”

King County Elections will open Vote Centers across the county this Saturday, August 2, Monday, August 5, and on Election Day for voters who still need to register to vote, get a replacement ballot, or use an accessible voting device.


Hours of operation
  • Saturday, August 3, 10:00am – 4:00pm
  • Monday, August 5, 8:30am – 6:00pm
  • Election Day, August 6, 8:30am – 8:00pm
“The team of trained, experienced election administrators is here to help you vote. They not only meet the letter of the law, but truly go the extra mile for our voters to make sure they have what they need to make their voice heard,” stated Director Julie Wise. 
“Your voice matters. We want to count your ballot. Vote it, sign your envelope, and be sure to return it by August 6!”

Voters are encouraged to use one of the 81 official drop box locations. Closing at 8pm sharp on Election Day, drop boxes are a secure and convenient way for voters to return their ballot and ensure it’s received as on-time. Mailed ballots must be postmarked by Election Day, August 6.

Election Night results will be available after 8pm on August 6, and will be updated daily at 4pm until certification on August 20.


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King County Sheriff's Office updates pursuit policy effective August 1

Wednesday, July 31, 2024

“I have confidence in the good judgement
of our deputies," said Sheriff Patti Cole-Tindall
The King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) has updated its Pursuit of Motor Vehicles policy. 

The Washington Legislature’s revision of law enforcement vehicle pursuit laws earlier this year prompted this change.

The change applies to Shoreline and Kenmore police departments, which are contract agencies of KCSO.

In June of 2024, Initiative 2113 lifted certain restrictions on vehicle pursuits, restoring the authority to pursue a fleeing suspect when there is reasonable suspicion the suspect has violated the law, but retaining many of the risk reduction requirements found in the previous legislation. 

This impelled the Sheriff’s Office to evaluate modifications to its policy.

Effective August 1, the revised policy continues to restrict vehicle pursuits to dangerous felonies and DUI, while modifying the definition of dangerous felony to include burglary. 

The policy also allows pursuits for felony crimes, and non-felony crimes against a person, under extraordinary circumstances where there is an imminent and ongoing threat to persons or the community at large.

The most important factor when deciding whether to engage in a pursuit remains the risk to the community. Deputies are required to continually weigh the danger of failing to apprehend a suspect against the danger to the community created by the pursuit.

“I have confidence in the good judgement of our deputies when weighing the dangers of a chase against the potential threat to the people of King County,” said Sheriff Patti Cole-Tindall. 
“We have given these adjustments careful consideration. We understand the vital importance of striking a balance between holding people accountable for their actions and the well-being of the community.”

The more restrictive law, passed in 2021, only allowed law enforcement to chase suspects involved in a narrowly defined set of serious, violent crimes and required probable cause (a higher legal standard than reasonable suspicion) to chase.

Between 2018-2021, the King County Sheriff’s Office averaged just over 15 pursuits per quarter, compared to 14 per quarter from 2021-2023, after the more restrictive legislation went into effect.

In contrast, prior to the 2021 legislation, 41 suspects refused to stop for deputies every quarter, while 138 refused to stop after the 2021 pursuit legislation.

Additionally, the number of pursuits that resulted in injuries stayed static and vehicles damaged went down only slightly from almost 4 a year to 3 respectively.

The new policy lays out what factors deputies should consider when initiating a vehicle chase including communication protocol, supervisor responsibilities, when to terminate a chase, and training.

“KCSO’s vehicular pursuit policy has historically been more restrictive than the state law and that’s worked well for us,” said Undersheriff Jesse Anderson. 
“It was important for us to listen to community members asking us to go after dangerous criminals putting people at risk. That really helped drive our decision.”

The new policy covers all unincorporated King County, as well as the 12 cities that contract with the Sheriff’s Office.

The updated King County Sheriff’s Office Pursuit of Motor Vehicles Policy will be available in the public General Orders Manual here on August 1, 2024.



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Pizza & Books at Shoreline Teen Center Friday August 2, 2024

Pizza & Books
Friday August 2, 2024 at 3:30pm

Enjoy some pizza and discuss what you have been reading!

For middle and high school ages.

Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Richmond Beach Library and the City of Shoreline.

Held at the Shoreline Teen Center (Richmond Highlands Rec Center) 16554 Fremont Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133


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Upcoming restoration work party events in Shoreline parks

Invest in the future of our city’s urban forest! Please join us for upcoming restoration work party events in Shoreline parks:

On Saturday, 8/3 we will be in

· Shoreline Park

· Shoreview Park

· Hamlin Park

· Richmond Beach Saltwater Park

No experience necessary! Just bring your enthusiasm.

Contact Joy Wood at stewardship@restorationad.com with any inquiries about the Green Shoreline Partnership.



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Bicyclist hit on Aurora Tuesday July 30, 2024

Medic One photo by Steven H. Robinson
A vehicle - bicycle collision sent the bicyclist to the hospital on Tuesday, July 30, 2024.

Shoreline Fire responded to a collision at northbound Aurora and N 170th just after noon on Tuesday, to treat an injured bicyclist and transport to the hospital.

The roadway was blocked northbound and narrowed to one lane southbound during the response.

No other information is available.

Correction: The date of the collision was July 30, 2024, not August.


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What’s Happening this Week in Shoreline? July 31 – August 6


By Kate Ledbetter, Destination Shoreline

What’s Happening this Week in Shoreline?

July 31 – August 6


Get ready for a week of engaging events in Shoreline! Start with "Suited for Space" on July 31, where young explorers can design spacesuits for marshmallow astronauts at the Richmond Beach Library. 

Then, on August 3, extend your vegetable harvests with a free gardening class and enjoy fresh produce and local goods at the Shoreline Farmers Market. 

Don’t miss the scenic Richmond Highlands to Boeing Creek Walk and the magical Lunchtime Concert featuring AlakaSam on August 6. For the littlest ones, there's Baby Story Time at Shoreline Library on August 5. 

Keep reading for more details or visit www.DestinationShoreline.com/Calendar.

Suited for Space with the Museum of Flight
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Richmond Beach Library

Learn about the dangers of the vacuum of space by investigating how low-pressure environments affect the human body. Using household materials, design spacesuits for a marshmallow astronaut. Then test your design in a vacuum chamber. All materials provided by The Museum of Flight. Ages 9 to 13.Please register. Walk-ins welcome only if space allows.

FREE Class: Extend Your Vegetable Harvests
Saturday, August 3, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Spartan Recreation Center

Learn how you can address climate change in your own yard and garden. The WSU Extension King County Master Gardeners will present a series of six classes on different aspects of gardening in a time of climate change in July and August. Funding has been provided, in full or in part, by the City of Shoreline’s Environmental Mini-Grant Program. The classes will be held in person at the Spartan Recreation Center, 202 NE 185th St., Shoreline, WA 98155. All classes are Saturday mornings, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Classes are free to residents of Shoreline. However, space is limited, and registration is required.

Shoreline Farmers Market
Saturday, August 3, 2024
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
BikeLink Park & Ride

Shoreline's community hub for farm fresh & local foods, flowers, baked goods, local honey, live music, food trucks, kids programming, and so much more. Join us every Saturday through October 5th, located at the BikeLink Park & Ride (corner of 192nd & Aurora, across from Sky Nursery).

Richmond Highlands to Boeing Creek Walk
Saturday, August 3, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Calvin Presbyterian Church

Explore the Richmond Highlands neighborhood including Sunset Park and part of Boeing Creek Park. Approximately 3.1 miles. Rated moderate for some steep hills. Meet in the north side parking lot of

Walk is approximately: 3.1 miles / 1.5 hours
Walk Rating: Moderate (steep hills)
Meet at: Calvin Presbyterian Church, 18826 3rd Ave NW, North side of parking lot.
Walk Leader: Dan

Baby Story Time
Monday, August 5, 2024
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Shoreline Library

Share bouncy rhymes, familiar songs and a book for babies, newborn to 24 months with adult. Stay for a short play and social time for children and caregivers afterward. Registration not required.

Lunchtime Concert Series
Tuesday, August 6, 2024
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Spartan Recreation Center Field

AlakaSam – Magic. Bring family and friends of all ages to one of Shoreline’s beautiful parks for a free concert at lunchtime during the summer. Free Lunchtime Concerts for All Ages!

For more information and more upcoming events, visit the Shoreline events calendar on DestinationShoreline.com/Calendar

To have your event included please email DestinationShoreline@gmail.com.


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Ridgecrest block party on 3rd NE between 157th and 158th August 3, 2024


Ridgecrest Block Party Saturday, August 3, 2024 5:00-9:30pm on 3rd Ave NE between 157th & 158th

Hang with your neighbors for National Night Out!

Everyone who lives in the vicinity of 3rd Ave NE in the Ridgecrest neighborhood is welcome!

Bring a chair and food/drink for yourself/family or an optional dish to share.

There will be a grill available if needed.

Please note: 3rd Ave NE will be closed to through traffic between 158th and 157th from 4:30pm - 10:00pm on the 3rd.

For updates and more info, follow us on Instagram @RidgecrestBlockParty


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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: On hold ??

 



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Large Rummage Sale August 9 - 10, 2024

Rummage sale at EUUC

Large rummage sale at Edmonds Unitarian Universalist Congregation (EUUC), located at 8109 224th St SW, Edmonds, WA 98026.

Come see what treasures and useful items are waiting to be found!

Friday, August 9 and Saturday, August 10, 2024 from 10:00am - 4:00pm.


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8th Ave NW new sidewalk project online open house

A typical cross section of the street after the project is completed will include two 10 foot traffic lanes, a 5 foot bike lane, and a 6 foot sidewalk.

Visit the online open house
Dates: Open through August 12

We're planning a new sidewalk on 8th Ave NW and want to hear your suggestions and questions. You can add your thoughts to an ideas board or pin them directly to a map of the project area. Please tell us what you think!

Project Overview

This project will construct a new sidewalk on 8th Ave NW between NW Richmond Beach Road and NW 180th Street near the north side of Sunset Park. The sidewalk will be built on the east side of the street. A bike lane will be added to the west side of the street.

This project is part of the 2018 voter-approved effort to build and repair sidewalks throughout Shoreline.

Project improvements include:
  • Pedestrian facilities with curbs and gutters
  • Bicycle facilities
  • Curb ramps
  • Drainage improvements
Project website


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Watering the Miyawaki Forest

Tuesday, July 30, 2024

Volunteers getting ready to water the Miyawaki Urban Forest

By Sarah Phillips

Last December 300 people came together to plant the Miyawaki Urban Forest at the Shoreline Historical Museum.

The forest needs to be watered and weeded for three years after which it should be self-sustaining.

Getting water to the plants is part of a grant from the King Conservation District. The grant provided funds for a 3000-gallon cistern.

The cistern is full. The rainwater is collected from the roof of the of the archive building and stored in the cistern. It was collected in June when it was raining. before the water could be used to water the forest a pump was needed. The installation of the pump is complete, and the cistern is working to water the forest.

Matt Tullio (in brown shirt) installed the cistern, installed the pump, and
built a fence around it.

The cistern was installed by Shoreline Historical Museum board member Matt Tulio. Matt also built a fence to protect the cistern an put in the pump.

Visit the museum for a storytelling event by Roger Fernandez. 

On September 28 at 10am Roger Fernandez will tell indigenous stories. In addition, there will be hands on activities for children and tours of the forest. Save the date Sunday, December 8, 2024, for the one-year anniversary of the planting of the forest and for the official unveiling of the Welcome Stone.

More information about the forest here.


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Puget Sound Energy to transfer Colstrip Unit 3 and 4 ownership

Colstrip Generating Station in Eastern Montana
Photo by Patrick Webb
BELLEVUE, Wash. (July 30, 2024) – As part of its pathway to complying with Washington State’s Clean Energy Transformation Act (CETA), Puget Sound Energy has signed an agreement to transfer its ownership in Units 3 and 4 of the Colstrip Generating Station in Eastern Montana to NorthWestern Energy effective December 31, 2025.

Under CETA, the state’s electric utilities must remove coal-fired generation serving Washington state customers by the end of 2025. PSE is one of six owners in Unit 3 and 4, holding a 25% interest in each unit. 

There are no changes to PSE’s ownership rights in the Colstrip transmission system as part of this agreement.

“PSE customers want clean energy and we are committed to providing it as we plan for our future in accordance with Washington state law,” said Ron Roberts, senior vice president of Energy Resources for PSE. “We are happy to find a partner in NorthWestern and for the future of the Colstrip plant to be in Montana’s control.”

PSE continues to invest in the diverse energy resources of Montana, announcing last week a power purchase agreement for a 315 MW wind farm under development in Wheatland and Meagher County. 

PSE is currently developing the Beaver Creek Wind Farm, a 248 MW project located in Stillwater County. 

Other recent examples include power purchase agreements with Energy Keepers, Inc., the tribally owned corporation of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes for hydroelectric power, and an agreement with NextEra for power from Montana’s largest wind farm, Clearwater Wind, based in Rosebud, Custer and Garfield Counties. 

In 2017, PSE contributed $10 million to the Colstrip Impacts Foundation to support the community’s transition planning efforts.

“We are grateful for the opportunity to invest in, and be a part of, the Colstrip community, and appreciate the decades of dedication by the facility’s workforce,” said Roberts.

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Jobs: WSDOT IT System Administrator – Entry (Project)

WSDOT
IT System Administrator – Entry (Project)

$74,226 – $99,867 Annually

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Technology Services Division (TSD) is currently seeking to fill an IT System Administrator Entry vacancy located in Shoreline, WA. 

This position is an entry-level system administration professional serving the Northwest Region (NWR) for the end-user computing environment. The role requires professional and technical knowledge to independently identify and resolve problems within the region for matters involving desktop, laptop, and tablet hardware, software, operating systems, mobile devices, and related components. 

The successful candidate will ensure the agency can accomplish its mission of providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation options to improve communities and economic vitality for people and businesses by supporting the high-profile transportation infrastructure projects of the Northwest Region and Mega Projects.

Job description and application


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$200 credit for income qualified electric utility customers


WA State Department of Commerce is launching the WA Families Clean Energy Credits Program! 

Funded by the Climate Commitment Act, it'll provide a one-time $200 energy bill credit for low- to moderate-income electric utility customers. 

Check your eligibility and apply before September 15, 2024
(This is probably the easiest application you will ever encounter.)


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Where's the sun?

 
Photo by Lee Lageschulte

The sun is taking a nap. The rain is busy washing the dust off the trees and leaves and watering the lawn and plants. 

I'd rather have a rain forest than a boiling desert but I was born here and have webbed feet.

--Diane Hettrick


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195th pedestrian bridge to close for up to three weeks for renovation

Photo by Johanna Pollit

Sound Transit will be closing the NE 195th St pedestrian bridge for restoration. The closure is expected to begin on Thursday, August 1, 2024 and last for approximately three weeks. 

This work is weather-dependent, and the duration of closure may change.

The pedestrian bridge will be closed for 3 weeks.
Pedestrians and cyclists are advised to detour to 185th overpass.

There will be no access for pedestrians or cyclists during this closure. They are advised to use crossing routes at NE 185th St.

Crews will be working on the east side of the NE 195th St pedestrian bridge, and the bridge will be closed on both sides.


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Public Hearing before LFP City Council August 8, 2024


City of Lake Forest Park
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
THURSDAY, AUGUST 8, 2024 - 7:00 P.M.
WASHINGTON INITIATIVE 2117 CONCERNING 
CARBON TAX CREDIT TRADING

The City of Lake Forest Park City Council will consider whether to adopt a resolution supporting or opposing Washington Initiative 2117 concerning carbon tax credit trading on the general election ballot. The City Council seeks public input for and against the initiative.

The initiative would repeal the 2021 Washington Climate Commitment Act (CCA), a state law that provided for a cap and invest program designed to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 95% by 2050. The cap and invest program sets a cap on the total carbon emissions in the state. Businesses with emissions exceeding 25,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide per year must purchase allowances equal to their allowed greenhouse gas emissions. The cap and invest program was designed to allow businesses that reduce emissions to sell their remaining carbon emission allowance permits to other companies, thereby incentivizing companies to lower their emissions.

The public hearing will be conducted during the City Council’s regular meeting on August 8, 2024. The meeting will begin at 7:00 P.M., and the public hearing will commence thereafter. The public hearing will be held in person at the City Council Chambers. Written testimony will be accepted prior to the meeting and distributed to the City Council, and verbal testimony will be accepted during the public hearing.

Written comments should be submitted to City Clerk Matt McLean at mmclean@cityoflfp.com no later than 5:00 p.m. local time on the date of the hearing. A request to speak can also be made by phone directly to the City Clerk at (206) 368-5540 prior to 5:00 pm on the date of the meeting.

Matt McLean
City Clerk
July 29, 2024


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Climate Resistant Garden coming to Kruckeberg

Drought-tolerant plants in new garden
at Kruckeberg
Volunteers at Kruckeberg Botanic Garden spearheaded a successful application for an Environmental Mini-Grant from the City of Shoreline

They have received $5,000 to proceed with the installation of a Climate Resilience Garden filled with drought-tolerant plants suited to our region's shifting climate.

Plants and interpretive signs will be installed this fall and prep work is underway.

This project is an inspiring collective effort from Board Members Julia Cox and Heidi Loewen, Vicki Demetre and members of the Garden Committee, volunteer grant writers Kathryn Walsh-Clark and Kim Turner, and others.

Kruckeberg Botanic Garden 20312 15th Ave NW, Shoreline WA 98177


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First Annual Shoreline Slam High School Tennis Tournament a breakout success

Rylie Gettman, Shorewood and Luke Madath,
Bishop Blanchet, earned Gold in mixed doubles
By Barb Smith

July 29, 2024 Shoreline, WA

The First Annual Shoreline Slam High School Tennis Tournament Presented by Tennis Center Sand Point was a resounding success, attracting 162 players from over 35 different high schools from Friday July 26 through Sunday July 28, 2024.

Jointly hosted by the Shorewood and Shorecrest High School tennis programs, with matches played at both Kellogg Middle School and Shorewood High School courts, the Shoreline Slam attracted athletes from all across Washington and as far away as Vancouver Island, Canada and even Luxembourg.

The Shoreline Slam was inspired by the Snohomish Summer Smash, an annual tournament created nine years ago for tennis players looking to compete in the off season against their high school peers. 

Offering Gold, Silver and Bronze divisions, both tournaments cater to players of all abilities, from junior varsity to state medalists.

Senior Luke Madath, Bishop Blanchet, claimed first place
in Boys singles, Boys doubles, and Mixed doubles.

Luke Madath, a senior at Bishop Blanchet and 5th place boys doubles medalist at the 2024 WA State 3A Tennis Championships, dominated the event, claiming first place honors in each of the Boys Gold Singles, Boys Gold Doubles and Gold Mixed Doubles events. 

Madath defeated Henry Zhu from The Overlake School 6-1, 6-4, then teamed up with Peter Kosten, a senior at Shorewood, to claim the Boys Gold Doubles title with a score of 6-4, 6-2 over Zhu and his Overlake teammate, Benjamin Ta

For his last victory of the weekend, Madath teamed up for Mixed Doubles with Shorewood Junior Rylie Gettmann, winning 6-1, 6-1 over Nalu Akiona of Edmonds Woodway and Addie Streidl of Lakeside

Kosten, Gettmann, Akiona and Streidl are all former WA State 3A Tennis medalists.

Shorewood Gold Doubles Rylie Gettmann and Alex Mignogna

Gettmann also claimed multiple trophies, teaming up with Shorewood teammate Alex Mignogna to win Girls Gold Doubles 6-1, 6-1 over Streidl and her Lakeside teammate, Caroline Carter. 

Shorewood Junior Carlota Garibay Romero
 claimed the Girls Gold Singles title
Shorewood Junior Carlota Garibay Romero claimed the Girls Gold Singles title over Gettmann 6-0, 6-2, having secured the Girls Gold Singles and Gold Mixed Doubles titles at the Snohomish Summer Smash the prior weekend.

"We are thrilled with the turnout and the level of competition we witnessed at our inaugural Shoreline Slam," said Arnie Moreno, head coach of the Shorewood High School tennis program.
"This tournament has set a high standard, and we look forward to making it an annual tradition that continues to inspire and connect young tennis players."

“When we started planning this event, we were hoping to have 80 kids registered,” said Leslie Boyd of Shorewood Boosters. 

“To have over double that number participate in our very first year shows us just how much kids value friendly competition against their peers. We are so happy to have been able to provide them with this opportunity.”

Rob Mann, head coach of the Shorecrest High School tennis program, added, "The collaboration between our schools and the enthusiastic participation from the players, families and volunteers made this event a resounding success.
'We are very excited about the future of the Shoreline Slam and the positive impact it will continue to have on our local tennis community for years to come."

Final results are attached, with more information available at Shoreline Slam.

Shoreline Slam
Presented by Tennis Center Sand Point
2024 Final Results

Boys Gold Singles
  • Luke Madath (Bishop Blanchet) def. Henry Zhu (The Overlake School) 6-1,6-4
  • Consolation: Jiang Yang (Cascade) def. Indigo Vining (Shorecrest) 8-4

Boys Gold Doubles
  • Madath & Peter Kosten (Shorewood) def. Zhu and Benjamin Tan (Overlake) 6-4, 6-2
  • Consolation: Dylan Kim & Levi Seslar (Kamiak) def. Aren Whaley (Lincoln) & Dean Johnson (Seattle Prep) 8-3

Girls Gold Singles
  • Carlota Garibay Romero (Shorewood) def. Rylie Gettmann (Shorewood) 6-0, 6-2
  • Consolation: Bernadine Salvatierra (Squalicum) & Claire Stodola (Sehome) def. Cassidy Hill & Natasha Hartley (Highline) 8-3

Girls Gold Doubles
  • Gettmann and Alex Mignogna (Shorewood) def. Addie Streidl and Caroline Carter (Lakeside) 6-1, 6-1
  • Consolation: Meiweya Amazona (Archbishop Murphy) def. Lauren Rosauer (Seattle Prep) 8-4

Mixed Gold Doubles
  • Gettmann and Madath def. Streidl and Nalu Akiona (Edmonds Woodway) 6-1, 6-1
  • Consolation: Aivy Nguyen (Silas) & Nicholas Markham (Curtis) def. Roman Easter & Cassidy Hill (Highline) 8-5

Boys Silver Singles
  • Logan McKay (University Prep) def. Alvaro Lucioni (SAAS) 6-0, 2-6, 10-3
  • Consolation: Edward Hammar (Kamiak) def. Nathaniel Skonier (Shorecrest) 8-2

Boys Silver Doubles
  • Lucioni (SAAS) and Tucker Punke (Seattle Prep) def. McKay and Nash Langer (Bishop Blanchet) 6-1, 6-2
  • Consolation: Joey Nyman & Teagan Nguyen (Curtis) def. Sergey Tsay & Kaden Wu (Kamiak) 8-5

Girls Silver Singles
  • Jojo Ziegler (The Bush School) def. Sophia Manabat (Cascade) 6-3, 6-2
  • Consolation: Sydney Stimmel (Columbia River) def. Audrey Garcia (Kamiak) 8-3

Girls Silver Doubles
  • Annie VanAssche & Cora Jones (Snohomish) def. Scarlett Ebel & Lauren Rosauer (Seattle Prep) 6-0, 6-3
  • Consolation: Addie Falkin & Cally Webb (Shorewood) def. Rachel Bell & Kira McKay (Burlington Edison) 8-7

Mixed Silver Doubles
  • Cole Skotdal & Mary Beth Salentine (Seattle Prep) def. Dean Johnson & Scarlett Ebel (Seattle Prep) 6-3, 6-2
  • Consolation: Jad Elayan & Manabat (Cascade) def. Sydney & Tyler Stimmel (Columbia River) 8-3

Zachary Gordon, Shorewood took
Bronze in Boys singles
Boys Bronze Singles
  • Zachary Gordon (Shorewood) def. Drew Boyd (Shorewood) 6-3, 6-2
  • Consolation: Reid Bley (Shorewood) def. Carter Moores (Snohomish) 8-3

Boys Bronze Doubles
  • Thomas Finch (Bishop Blanchet) and Cameron Kliger (Seattle Prep) def. Gordon and Boyd 7-6, 1-6, 10-2
  • Consolation: Fletcher Grant (Nathan Hale) & Carlos Brown (Mountlake Terrace) def. David Yoon and Kazuki Stellmon (Shorecrest) 8-2

Girls Bronze Singles
  • Ophelia Colic (Brentwood College) def. Milah Merlino (Bishop Blanchet)
  • Consolation: Karli Nelson (Snohomish) def. Abrielle Wahl (Kings) 9-8

Girls Bronze Doubles
  • Aivy Le and Maily Nguyen (Silas) round robin winners


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