City of Lake Forest Park
17425 Ballinger Way NE
Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
www.cityoflfp.gov
206-368-5440 December 2025 |
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Department News- Lake Forest Park Municipal Court – Updated Hours
- Sewer Rate Increase for 2026
- Blue Heron Park Restoration Work Party on December 13
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Lake Forest Park Municipal Court – Updated Hours
The Lake Forest Park Municipal Court is now closed for lunch Monday through Friday, 12:30 – 1:15 p.m. during regular business days.
For more information about court services, payment options, or contact details, please visit the Municipal Court webpage.
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Sewer Rate Increase for 2026
The City’s sewer rate has two components: King County’s and the City’s portions. King County assesses a fee for the cost of sewage disposal, including the operation of sewage treatment plants and the maintenance of the facilities. This is the larger portion of the bill and is a true pass-through to King County, which will increase by 7.5% ($4.38/month) in 2026. The City’s portion funds the maintenance and repair of Lake Forest Park’s local sewer system. To keep pace with inflation and rising costs, this portion will increase by 5% ($1.12 per month) in 2026. Along with the 10% service tax applied to each billing, the average residential bi-monthly sewer bill will increase from $177.63 to $189.73 every two months starting January 1, 2026. You will see the new rate reflected on the February 1 billing. The City of Lake Forest Park also offers a Low-Income Sewer Discount Program for residents within the City’s service area. Eligible ratepayers receive a 50% reduction on their bi-monthly sewer bills and are required to apply annually to maintain the Low-Income Sewer discount. If you are currently receiving a discounted bill, watch your mailbox in the coming months for the renewal letter and application. Learn more at on our website.
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Blue Heron Park Restoration Work Party on December 13
On Saturday, November 8, a major work party took place at Blue Heron Park as part of the restoration project now underway, which is expected to take several years to complete. The City is working with several groups to plan and carry out improvements throughout the park.
For this work party, we focused on cleanup of the main planting area to make way for the next phase, which will include renovating the soil, installing an irrigation system, and planting. We will be focusing on planting native, pollinator-friendly, and water-wise plants. New signage will eventually be installed. We had a wonderful turnout of 30 volunteers, including several young gardeners who came with their parents and enjoyed helping out. We welcomed members of Rotary, Interact, the Stewardship Foundation, Master Gardeners, and the broader community. We also had the pleasure of welcoming two of our City Councilmembers. Our work parties are scheduled for the second Saturday of each month, weather permitting, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The next work party will be on Saturday, December 13.
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EVENTS - Senior Mobile Dental Clinic – Friday, December 5
- Community Emergency Preparedness Workshop – Saturday, December 6
- Shoreline Historical Museum: In Gratitude – Saturday, December 6
- Rainbow Bingo – Friday, December 12
- Lake Forest Park Farmers Market & Holiday Craft Fair – Sunday, December 14
- ShoreLights — Now Through Jan 11
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Senior Mobile Dental Clinic Friday, December 5
The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity is excited to host a dental clinic offered in partnership with Medical Teams International. This clinic will provide urgent dental care services, including fillings, extractions, and comprehensive exams, all at no cost. Thanks to the support of Cambia Health Foundation, they are focused on serving seniors as part of their priority area, Healthy and Connected Aging.
- Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
- Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Location: Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center Parking Lot
18560 1st Ave NE Bldg G, Shoreline, WA 98155 - Registration: Call (206) 365-1536 or visit the Senior Center in person.
The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center also has other useful and fun events going on in December including: - Getting the Most Out of the Sale of Your Home
- Accessibility Features on Mobile Devices
- Vaccines: The Science Behind the Shot
- Fred Hutch Mammogram Van
Learn more at https://shorelinelfpseniorcenter.org/ or call 206-365-1536.
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Community Emergency Preparedness Workshop Saturday, December 6
Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCo) is excited to host its annual Community Emergency Preparedness Workshop on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Kenmore Fire Station 51.
This year’s theme centers on empowering community members to take action during the critical early hours following an emergency or a disaster. Through a series of engaging presentations, participants will learn practical strategies for personal and family emergency preparedness. The free workshop will also feature hands-on demo stations where attendees can: - Explore water and sanitation safety techniques
- Learn how to assemble various types of go-bags
- Practice simple yet effective first aid and tourniquet skills
- Discover radio communication options for when cell and internet service is unavailable
All activities will take place in a fun, interactive environment led by our experienced volunteers. Learn more and register at northshoreemc.com. |
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Shoreline Historical Museum: In Gratitude Saturday, December 6
Join the Shoreline Historical Museum from 3:30 – 5 PM on December 6 for an evening of joy as we celebrate a time of beginnings and endings. Learn about all the work the Museum community has accomplished over the year.
See the conclusion of everything that has been done with the King Conservation District grant to support the Miyawaki Forest. You will be able to walk through the Forest on our new path and see the interpretive panels highlighting the human and natural world. Say goodbye to Director Kenneth Doutt and welcome new Director Robby Grillo to the role! We will provide hot dogs (while supplies last) apple cider cake and warm drinks for everyone to enjoy. Click HERE for more information. To support food access for the community, we are asking people to bring donations to this event. Learn more about what to bring HERE. |
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Rainbow Bingo Friday, December 12
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Lake Forest Park Farmers Market & Holiday Craft Fair Sunday, December 14
Join for a festive market day at Town Center at Lake Forest Park on Sunday, December 14! Outdoor Farmers & Craft Market: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Indoor Holiday Craft Fair: 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (extended hours!) Shop local for farm-fresh goods, unique gifts, art, jewelry, décor, and more from local farmers and artisans. Enjoy live music in the Commons while you browse! SNAP, SNAP Market Match, and Market Bucks are accepted — visit the info table in the lower lobby before shopping. Find the Holiday Craft Fair inside Town Center (17171 Bothell Way NE), both in the Commons and the lower lobby, with the Farmers Market and outdoor booths in the usual location. |
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ShoreLightsNow Through January 11
Explore a sparkling winter wonderland near Shoreline City Hall from dusk to 9 p.m. each night. You’ll be able to see large glowing installations, twinkling trees and more festive holiday displays. Free. 17560 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline, WA.
Learn more at shorelinechamber.org/shorelights
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COMMUNITY INFORMATION- LFP Early Registration for Recreation Programs with Shoreline
- Don’t Let Porch Pirates Steal Your Holiday Cheer
- Puget Sound Energy Provides $250,000 for a Warmer Winter
- One Million Pounds of Debris Removed!
- English Holly – Lake Forest Park Menace
- CPR/AED & First Aid Classes
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LFP Early Registration for January - June Recreation Programs with Shoreline Begins Dec 18
Live in Lake Forest Park? Looking for recreation opportunities? Take advantage of programs offered through the City of Shoreline! Lake Forest Park residents receive a 24-hour early registration window before each season opens to the public, plus an 8% discount on program fees year-round (excluding rentals).
Early registration for January–June 2026 programs begins December 18 at 8:00 a.m. And even if you miss the early window, the discount still applies all year long. To receive notices of the early registration dates, sign up for reminders through the City’s website, Facebook, Instagram or keep watch on the City of Shoreline’s Webpage. The City offers scholarship reimbursements for eligible youth and specialized recreation participants who reside in the City and are registered for and attend cultural, recreation, or aquatic programs and camps. For more information, go to our webpage or call City Hall, 206-368-5440.
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Don’t Let Porch Pirates Steal Your Holiday Cheer
‘Tis the season… for sneaky thieves on the lookout for gift cards, cash, and anything else that looks like holiday magic in your mailbox or on your porch.
Keep the grinches away! Protect your mail: - Use a locking mailbox
- Collect mail daily and avoid leaving it out overnight
- Arrange for a neighbor to help or request a USPS mail hold when traveling
- Drop outgoing mail at the post office
Protect your packages: - Have deliveries sent to your workplace or a secure smart locker
- Set up notification for your deliveries via phone or mail
- Schedule deliveries for when you’ll be home
- Work with neighbors to collect each other’s packages
- Set up security cameras outside your home
- Require a signature on deliveries
If you see suspicious activity, call 911 right away.
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Puget Sound Energy Provides $250,000 for a Warmer Winter
As winter temperatures drop across the Pacific Northwest, Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is helping communities stay warm through its 2025 Warm Winter campaign. The utility has distributed more than $250,000 to 85 nonprofit organizations and 12 Washington Tribes spanning 14 counties to support critical winter needs.
The funding addresses three essential components of a warm winter: providing warm meals, warm clothing and winter necessities, and creating warm hearts through holiday joy events for families and individuals in need. Now in its third year, the PSE Warm Winter program distributed funds well over a month in advance, allowing partner organizations to plan effectively and count on this funding to ensure access to critical resources during the challenging winter months. Visit here for the Service Area Communities and the full press release.
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One Million Pounds of Debris Removed!
Adopt-A-Drain has reached an impressive milestone, removing one million pounds of debris, leaves, and sediment since this nationwide program started in Minnesota in 2015. Here in Washington State, the total amount of debris removed is estimated at 50,000 pounds, accounting for 5% of the total. To date, 38 jurisdictions in Washington have signed up to participate in the Adopt-A-Drain program, helping to keep our waterways healthy. Lake Forest Park is the newest city to join the program, and residents began signing up to maintain drains in their neighborhoods earlier this fall!
You can sign up to adopt a drain in your neighborhood through the Adopt-A-Drain program by following this link. |
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English Holly - Lake Forest Park Menace
“Deck the halls with boughs of holly, fa la la la la…”
Holiday season is upon us and it’s a good time to rethink our attitude towards that venerable holiday decoration – English holly – now a Class C noxious weed in Washington. English holly was introduced to the Pacific Northwest as an ornamental and as a commercial crop for seasonal greenery. Holly has separate male and female plants; each have clusters of small white flowers, but only the females bear the familiar bright red berries. The berries are attractive to birds, which eat the fleshy outer fruit and disperse the seeds. Research conducted at UW Bothell in St. Edwards State Park, found that wild holly is spreading exponentially, with doubling times of approximately 5-6 years! In St. Edwards, individual holly thickets sometimes exceeded 500 square feet and were so dense that no native plants grew underneath. The largest trees were about 50 years old, dating to the time that development began around St. Edwards monastery, implicating landscape plantings in the invasion. What can you do? Don’t plant holly as part of your home landscaping and consider removing any holly on your property and substituting non-invasive, trees or shrubs. WSU has a website with suggestions for holly alternatives. Small trees can be dug up to remove the roots; for larger trees, cut the trunk near the ground and apply an herbicide to the cut surface that will be absorbed into the roots without harming other plants in the vicinity. Don’t mistake our native Oregon grape, which has similar leaves, for holly. How will I decorate our fireplace mantle this holiday season? By listing English holly as a noxious weed, a compromise was reached to permit commercial growers to grow holly, and only wild holly is designated a noxious weed. So, enjoy your holiday holly, but make sure to properly dispose of any remaining berries to help prevent its spread. Richard Olmstead, Lake Forest Park Tree Board Member |
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CPR/AED & First Aid Classes
Shoreline Fire Department offers American Heart Association (AHA) Heartsaver CPR classes for adults, infants, and children throughout the year. There is a $50 fee for CPR/AED classes or $75 for the CPR/AED/First Aid combo class.
Classes fill up quickly - check out the upcoming dates:
- CPR/AED/First Aid Certification Class - December 6, 2025
- CPR/AED Certification Class - January 14, 2026
- CPR/AED/First Aid Certification Class - February 21, 2026
- CPR/AED Certification Class - March 11, 2026
Learn more here.
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December Meeting Schedule
All meetings are held in the hybrid format at City Hall and via Zoom.
Tree Board Planning Commission City Council - December 11, Work Session at 6:00 p.m.
- December 11, Regular Meeting at 7:00 p.m.
- December 13, Budget & Finance Committee at 6:00 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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