City of Lake Forest Park
17425 Ballinger Way NE
Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
www.cityoflfp.gov
206-368-5440 April 2024 |
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DEPARTMENT UPDATES- Welcome Urban Forest Planner – Drue Morris
- Comp Plan Periodic Update and Survey
- Fraud Prevention and Locking Mailbox Program
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 Urban Forest Planner Drue Morris |
Welcome Drue Morris, the City’s New Urban Forest Planner
The City is proud to announce the hiring of a new staff member to fulfill the Urban Forest Planner role here at Lake Forest Park. The candidate pool for this recruitment was highly qualified and competitive. The position supports the City, Tree Board, and community with specialized arborist expertise, tree permit and project reviews, outreach and education, and code enforcement. Drue Morris, an ISA-Certified Arborist with a Municipal Specialist Endorsement, started with the city this March. Drue grew up and received her arboriculture education in Wisconsin but has called Seattle home for the past four years. She is passionate about workforce development, community education, and building sustainable urban forestry systems. In her free time, she enjoys cheering on her favorite NBA team (Milwaukee Bucks), hiking with her husband, and reading at home with her cats. Drue comes to Lake Forest Park directly from employment in a similar capacity with the City of Bainbridge Island. Please welcome Drue to the community and introduce yourself at the various community events she will attend in her role. We are excited and look forward to working together.
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Community Survey for Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update
The City of Lake Forest Park’s decennial Comprehensive Plan periodic update is under way. The active update effort is required by state law to address recent legislative changes, new King County Countywide Planning Policies (CPPs), and the Puget Sound Regional Council's (PSRC) VISION 2050. Collectively, there are new requirements and policies that change the ways we plan for housing, address the needs of vulnerable residents, and incorporate climate planning. As a member of the Lake Forest Park community, we value your insight and ideas about the city. The city is conducting a community survey and your responses to the short series of questions will help guide planning efforts. Please participate in this survey and indicate what does or does not reflect your impressions of Lake Forest Park and your hopes for the city's future. Take the survey here. Sign up here to receive Comprehensive Plan Updates by email or text. Here is the link to view Planning Commission agendas.
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Scams & Fraud – a Message from the LFP Police Department
We are seeing an uptick in scam and fraud cases resulting in thousands of dollars in losses for our residents. These scams usually target older people and can be extremely convincing. Some common examples are scammers posing as the IRS, Social Security Office, a police officer, or other government or official agencies. They tell the person they're calling that they owe a large amount of money or are about to lose their benefits and tell them to rectify this by sending money via specific gift cards. There is NEVER a legitimate reason to pay a bill via gift cards. Should you receive one of these calls, hang up and call the entity directly. It is virtually impossible to recover lost money from gift cards once the scammer has been provided with the codes on the cards. This same type of scam can occur via email or a text message from subjects pretending to be a co-worker, friend, family member, or person of authority. When in doubt, please call the Lake Forest Park Police Department prior to sending any money or gift cards. If the caller becomes aggressive or threatening this is a good indication it is, in fact, a scam. For additional information: https://consumer.ftc.gov/scams
https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/ Locking Mailbox Program Reminder that the City offers a Locking Mailbox Program. The cost is $121.44 ($99.20 plus $11 shipping and $11.24 sales tax) which is significantly lower than the retail cost of $160. For questions regarding the program or assistance with filling out the application, contact City Hall at 206-368-5440.
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EVENTS IN APRIL- Green Fair – 3/30 (April-adjacent counts!)
- Wastemobile – 4/12-4/14
- 1st Legislative District Climate Town Hall - 4/13
- Rotary Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling – 4/20
- Arbor Day Event – 4/27
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Close Out March at the Green Fair on March 30
All are welcome and invited to attend this free event! Local organizations and businesses will be there to answer your questions regarding composting, recycling, reducing waste, natural yard care, water conservation, environmentally safe products, and more! Don’t miss out on the Waste & Recycling Workshop hosted by Republic Services at Noon! Sit in on an informal and interactive presentation and get all your questions answered. The fair is hosted at Third Place Commons (top floor) from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., March 30, 2024. Bring your friends, neighbors, and family to come on down for some fun, learn something new, and take home some giveaways! |
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Mark Your Calendars, the King County Wastemobile is in Bothell April 12-14!
Do you have Household Hazardous Waste that needs disposal? The King County Wastemobile is making a stop in Bothell Friday – Sunday, April 12 – 14, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., to provide household hazardous waste disposal services for King County residents. The address is: 18115 Campus Way NE, Bothell, WA 98011. You may drop off items such as antifreeze, batteries, gasoline, fluorescent lights, and pesticides. To view the full list of what you can and cannot bring and learn some safety tips visit the King County Household Hazardous Waste webpage or call the Household Hazards Line with King County at 206-296-4692. If you cannot make it to the Wastemobile, do not dispose of your hazardous waste like cleaning products, batteries, or pesticides in the garbage or down the drain. Take your hazardous waste to the North Seattle Hazardous Waste drop-off site for safe disposal. Additional information is available at the above link. |
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1st Legislative District Climate Town Hall on April 13
Join members of the Lake Forest Park Climate Action Committee, community members, and our local legislators at the 1st Legislative District Climate Town Hall on Saturday, April 13, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Third Place Commons (upper floor), 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park.
This event is hosted by the cities of Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, Woodinville, and Bothell. |
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Rotary District 5030 Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Collection Event on April 20!
Since 2022, Rotary clubs across the United States have been collaborating with Redwood Materials, the first U.S.-based battery recycling plant, to host collection drives yielding tens of thousands of pounds of cell phones, laptops, power drills, electric toothbrushes, and other rechargeable electronics. If materials are recovered from old products, society’s reliance on newly mined materials is significantly reduced. Rotary District 5030 of the Greater Seattle area is holding an Electronics Waste Recycling Event for disposal of lithium-ion batteries and devices that contain them. When:
April 20, 2024
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Where:
Town Center at Lake Forest Park
17171 Bothell Way NE
Lake Forest Park, WA 98155 Popular items to bring: - Cell phones
- Electric toothbrushes
- Laptops
- Power tool batteries
- Tablets
- Wireless headphones
- Any other rechargeable device with a lithium-ion battery
- You may bring the entire item if it's difficult to remove the battery
- Before dropping off personal devices, be sure to delete your data
More information and additional collection sites are available here. |
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LFP Celebrates Arbor Day with Ivy Removal Demonstration & Tree Canopy Preservation Event – April 27
The City of Lake Forest Park Tree Board invites the community to celebrate Arbor Day on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. The event will take place at 19055 35th Avenue NE and focus on preserving our precious tree canopy by tackling invasive English Ivy. This family friendly event will kick off with an educational demonstration on the safe and effective removal of English Ivy. Experts will share essential techniques to protect our trees from this damaging vine. Following the demonstration, volunteers will have the opportunity to join Tree Board members to put those techniques to work directly, helping to maintain a healthy and diverse urban forest. What’s wrong with Ivy?
Originally brought to our area as a ground cover, English Ivy can be highly destructive to trees and overall forest health. It competes for sunlight and nutrients, can choke out young trees entirely, and makes mature trees more susceptible to collapse in storms due to added weight. Removing English Ivy is a critical step in safeguarding our urban forest for years to come. For more information visit the website of the Washington State Noxious Weed Control Board.
“Lake Forest Park’s beautiful tree canopy is one of our greatest assets. This Arbor Day, let's join forces to protect it." – Tom French, Mayor Schedule of Events - 11:00 – 11:30 a.m. - Ivy Removal Demonstration
- 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. - Community Ivy Removal Work Party
If you are interested in joining the post-demonstration work party, please bring your work gloves and tools. Refreshments will be provided. This event is a wonderful way for residents to get involved and make a tangible difference this Arbor Day!
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COMMUNITY INFO- License for the Love of Pets - Regional Animal Services of King County
- Tool Library Fix-It Nights
- Natural Yard Care
- ShoreLake Arts Summer Art Camp Programs
- Puget Sound Starts Here…Clean Yards & Parks = Clean Waters
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License for the Love of Pets
The City of LFP partners with Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) to provide animal control, sheltering, and licensing services. From now through June 30, 2024, RASKC is running its License for the Love of Pets campaign. A RASKC pet license not only provides identification, protecting your pets 24/7 should they get lost, but also helps fund the animal services program. During this campaign, late fees are waived for anyone who has fallen behind on renewing their pet’s license. Your license fee directly supports the work RASKC does in the community. Last year: - 808 lost pets brought to the shelter were safely returned to their owners.
- 831 lost pets wearing a license were found by good Samaritans and safely returned home, avoiding a shelter stay. The 24-hour phone service provides owner contact info for licensed pets.
- 3,427 pets, including cats, dogs, rabbits, birds, small mammals, and reptiles, were adopted into new homes.
- 4,816 animal service calls were responded to, including after-hours emergency service.
- $78,605 of specialty vet care for sick or injured pets was paid for with Angel Fund donations.
- 631 volunteers and fosters supported the program’s lifesaving efforts.
If you have fallen behind on renewing your pet’s license, you can take advantage of the License for the Love of Pets campaign, where late fees are waived through June 30. Renew or purchase a license online at kingcounty.gov/LicenseMyPet. You can also license in person at most QFC stores, vehicle agencies, and city halls. Come by Lake Forest Park City Hall between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, to conveniently license or renew your pet’s license. Call 206-296-2712 for more information or to license over the phone. |
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Shoreline Tool Library Hosts Fix-It Nights on the Third Wednesday of Each Month
The Shoreline Tool Library welcomes volunteers of all skill levels. If you are interested in learning more about tools, sustainability, and DIY projects, come volunteer with us! The suggested minimum volunteer commitment is one 3-hour shift per month, where you will help during the Tool Library’s open hours. To thank you for this commitment to SeattleREconomy, volunteers will be given an in-kind free membership! Please fill out this form to volunteer or email the Shoreline Tool Library if you have any questions.
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ShoreLake Arts Summer Art Camp Registration is Now Open!
ShoreLake Arts is a community partner of the City of Lake Forest Park. The ShoreLake Arts Youth Art Camps for elementary students and ArtLABs for middle and high school students are taught by professional artists and experienced arts educators. ShoreLake Arts offers young artists unparalleled access to explore art with top Teaching Artists from our region’s diverse creative community in a fun and relaxed environment—perfect for summer! Class sizes are limited to ensure that participants of all experience levels have a positive and enriching experience. Seats are reserved in every summer session for students who will be offered financial assistance. Learn more about the Summer 2024 Financial Aid Program. Weekly summer program sessions start on July 8, 2024. ShoreLake Arts Summer 2024 Programs will be located on the North City Elementary School Campus 816 NE 190th, Shoreline WA 98155. Details about each program and registration info here.
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The Garden Hotline Can Help with Natural Yard Care
Natural yard care is easy to do and there’s no better time of the year to start than right now. Plus, you save money and time! Get tips on lawn care, planting new trees and shrubs, and watering! Visit The Garden Hotline at gardenhotline.org or call 206-633-0224 for answers to your garden and yard care questions.
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Puget Sound Starts Here! Clean Yards and Parks = Clean Shoes and Paws = Clean Waters!
What’s the problem with dog poop? Harmful bacteria can be transmitted from dog waste to children and pets. Landfills are designed to safely handle substances like dog waste, but our yards and parks are not! Scoop the poop, bag it, and place it in the trash. Puget Sound Starts Here!
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MEETING INFORMATION- City Council and Advisory Body Meeting Information
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April Meeting Schedule
Unless otherwise indicated, all meetings are held in the hybrid format at City Hall and via Zoom. City Council - April 11 Work Session at 6:00 p.m.; Regular Meeting at 7:00 p.m.
- April 18 Budget & Finance Committee Meeting at 6:00 p.m.
- April 22 Committee of the Whole Meeting at 6:00 p.m.
- April 25 Regular Meeting at 7:00 p.m.
Climate Action Committee Tree Board Planning Commission - April 4 Special Meeting at 7:00 p.m.
- April 9 Regular Meeting at 7:00 p.m.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board - April 23, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
Salary Commission - April 8, 2024 Special Meeting at 4:00 p.m.
- April 15, 2024 Special Meeting at 5:00 p.m.
- April 24, 2024 Special Meeting at 7:00 p.m.
Information may be subject to change. For the most current meeting information, please check the city's meetings calendar and the Agendas & Minutes webpage.
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