Holiday Greetings and Best Wishes for 2019!
Our warmest best wishes for the holidays to our readers and our community!
May the magic and the wonder of the holiday season stay with you throughout the coming year.
A Community News Website for Broadview
Christmas Ship at Carkeek Park December 15
The Argosy Christmas Ships are cruising! An annual Seattle tradition, Argosy sponsors a string of festively-decorated boats that move from the Sound to Lake Union and out the Lake Washington. These boats stop to share their holiday cheer, and perform Christmas carols for neighbors and community who watch from the beach.
Come celebrate the season! Dress warm, bring umbrellas just in case, and join with your community in this guaranteed-to-make-you-feel-good activity
Saturday, December 15 Choir: Choir of the Sound
Carkeek Park @ 7:30 PM
Report on SPU Natural Drainage Walking Tours
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) has the report below about the walking tours in Broadview last week.
Dear Broadview Neighbor,
Thank you to everyone who joined one of our walking tours on Saturday, Nov. 3! We are grateful so many of you joined us in the wind and rain to share your thoughts about natural drainage systems (NDS)! Overall, about 50 people stopped by to talk with us.
We shared two preliminary NDS concepts with the community and a map of all the possible feasible locations for NDS. Over the next few months, we will start to identify which concept may apply to which block, and where the NDS systems will go. We’ll be considering the feedback we received from specific property owners, the location of above-ground and underground utilities, the location of mature trees, technical feasibility, soil conditions and other factors. We hope to share more details in the first quarter of 2019.
Here are some key themes that we heard on Saturday:
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- Strong support for natural drainage systems (NDS)
- Desire to maintaining as much parking as possible, particularly near property owners’ homes
- Need to address pedestrian and bicycle safety through NDS design
- Interest in understanding impacts and timing of construction
- Request to reduce impervious surfaces wherever possible
- Desire for sidewalks (Note: The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) decides when and where to put in sidewalks. If you want more information about their Sidewalk Program, please email walkandbike@seattle.gov or call 206-684-7583. If you’re interested in petitioning the City to put in sidewalks in your neighborhood, one of the most direct ways is to apply for Your Voice, Your Choice funding. Learn more here.)
If you or a neighbor were not able to attend the event, we welcome your feedback or questions about the proposed concepts or project via email (spu_broadviewprojects@seattle.gov) or phone (206) 409-3651. You can review the materials that were presented at the event on our website under the Project Documents tab.
Stay connected
- Visit our project website, which includes a new listserv: www.seattle.gov/util/12thBasin
- Sign up for 12th Ave NW Basin specific email updates
- Email us at SPU_BroadviewProjects@seattle.gov
Warm regards,
Broadview Sewer and Drainage Improvement Project Team
SPU_BroadviewProjects@seattle.gov
206-409-3651
Seattle Public Utilities Broadview News
12th Avenue Northwest Basin Drainage project
As a reminder, you’re invited to a neighborhood walking tour to discuss possible locations for natural drainage systems installation on Saturday, Nov. 3. We’ll be on site rain or shine hosting three tours focused on different blocks. See event invite for tour times, location information and other details.
Dayton Avenue North Sewer Improvement project
In the 2019-2020 budget proposal, all City departments were required by the mayor’s office to reduce budgets by 5% while striving to maintain current service levels. SPU analyzed all of its projects citywide and reprioritized them based on need, efficiency, operating budgets, logistics and the obligation to deliver on our regulatory requirements. As a result of this reprioritization effort, the Dayton Avenue North Sewer Improvement project is not included in the current budget and has been postponed for at least two years. Comprehensive utility planning will inform when future work in the Dayton basin occurs.
SPU continues to monitor the Dayton basin for wastewater and drainage problems, and we encourage any resident who experiences back-ups or drainage issues to report them to our Operations Response Center by calling 206-386-1800.
Citywide Drainage and Wastewater Planning
SPU is also comprehensively examining how our drainage and wastewater systems work citywide as part of the Drainage and Wastewater System Analyses. These technical analysis efforts use modeling and flow monitors to understand system capacity and problems, so we can plan and prioritize future projects and improvements better. Results of this study will better inform future capital work throughout the entire city.
Sewer Mainline Improvements
Sewer mainline improvements throughout the Broadview area include pipeline repairs, pipe-lining and other system improvements to help prevent sewer overflows and restore pipeline system integrity. This year we’re lining more than 10,000 feet of sewer pipe in Broadview. First Avenue Northwest was lined from approximately 105th Street Northwest to 112th Street Northwest in addition to work that occurred on other streets. This proactive work reduces the need for costly reactive repairs in the future and helps ensure reliable sewer service in the neighborhood.
Stay connected – for more info
- Visit our project websites: www.seattle.gov/util/12thBasin
- Sign up for 12th Ave NW Basin specific email updates
- Email us at SPU_BroadviewProjects@seattle.gov
Warm regards,
Broadview Sewer and Drainage Improvement Project Team
206-409-3651
Broadview Historical Society Meeting Oct. 25
The next Broadview Historical Society Meeting
is on Thursday October 25 at 12:30 PM
Broadview Library — N 130th St. and Greenwood Ave. N
(not sponsored by the Seattle Public Library)
Program Speaker: Will Murray
“History of Pipers Homestead Orchard — 130 years and Heirloom Apple Trees”
Membership: $10 dues per household
Refreshment — Everyone is Welcome
Information: Gloria (206) 363-7295
Next Meeting after that: February, 2019
Plan to attend and bring a friend.
What do Light rail, Amazon and Airbnb have in common?
The answer is the holidays and they are right around the corner. Here are some simple tips to make your lives easier over the holidays.
Transportation– Avoid all the bumper to bumper traffic to the airport and back by suggesting to your guests to take the light rail from the airport to Downtown. Meet them Downtown and get some shopping done at the same time. Light rail runs often. Light rail link
Shopping -A lot of us shop Amazon for some of our gifts and we know there are a lot of thieves in our hood, especially around the holidays. You can choose on the Amazon site to have your packages delivered directly to the Amazon store in our neighborhood. Easy pick-up and returns. Convenient location with parking. It’s free. Broadview Amazon Store link
Guest that are planning on staying for a few days– Where to put your guest? Many of you might not know about Airbnb. It’s the hottest trending site for people who travel. It offers unique affordable places to stay around the world and there are many places right here in Broadview. Broadview Airbnb link Look for a 5-star superhost rating. These are the best and here is an Example of one, Peaceful Urban Retreat link (Disclosure this one is mine, easier for me to do the link.)
Remember after the holidays if you are planning a vacation to a sunny location the first of the year, SR 99 will be closed for three weeks from Battery to Spokane St. This will be pure hell getting to the airport. As of today the set date for closure is January 11, 2019. WSDOT site for updates on changes
Enjoy the upcoming Holidays.
Get Ready to Shake Out and Practice Drop, Cover and Hold
Join with other people to participate in an earthquake drill where you practice how to be safe during an earthquake
Millions of people worldwide will practice how to
Drop, Cover, and Hold On at 10:18 a.m. on October 18* during Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drills!
Washingtonians can join them today by registering for the 2018 Great Washington ShakeOut. Participating is a great way for your family or organization to be prepared to survive and recover quickly from big earthquakes– wherever you live, work, or travel. Learn tips on how to get 2 Weeks Ready and craft your own emergency kits here.
Start here to be included in the 2018 Washington ShakeOut!
Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) on ADUs in Seattle
This examines potential environmental impacts of proposed changes to the City’s Land Use Code related to accessory dwelling units (ADUs)* in single-family zones. The Final EIS includes a Preferred Alternative for Land Use Code changes that address regulations and policies frequently cited as barriers to the creation of ADUs.
Publishing this Final EIS completes the environmental review process for this proposal. In 2019, after considering the EIS alternatives and holding a public hearing, the City Council will consider whether to adopt changes to the Land Use Code related to ADUs. For more information, visit our project website or email ADUEIS@seattle.gov. Website: seattle.gov/council/ADU-EIS
Bite of Broadview
The Bite of Broadview (aka BOB) is an annual Seattle-based community event that draws thousands from around the entire Puget Sound area. BOB is a no-admission event that offers a weekend filled with mouth-watering food and fun entertainment—including carnival rides, live music, a beer and wine garden, marketplace booths, a kids’ zone, a car show, and more! Pony rides on Saturday 29th.
If you’re hungry for fun and lively entertainment … or are just hungry … plan on coming to BOB!
September 28-30, 2018 – Times: Fri 4 PM -10 PM, Sat 10 AM -10 PM, Sun 10 AM – 4 PM
Address: 405 N 117th Street Seattle WA 98133