Civic Almanac

Published 9:01 pm Tuesday, May 4, 2010

In Photos: Loyalty Day clean-up … ‘Moose’ visits Edmonds Rotary …

Another South County bank seized

Everett-based Frontier Bank was closed by banking regulators April 30, reopening the 40 branches in Washington and Oregon as Union Bank.

The Federal Deposit Insurance Commission took over the bank, concerned about its under capitalization. The bank was sold to Union Bank of San Francisco. The transaction will be seamless for Frontier Bank customers, who can continue to access their money wiring checks, or by using ATM or debit cards. Checks will continue to be processed and loan customers should continue to make their payments as usual.

Grants available for play fields

The Pepsi Refresh Your Field Project, co-sponsored by TOP Food &Drug, will award a grant of $10,000 and two grants of $5,000 to community fields in Washington. Applications must be postmarked by May 21 to be considered. Applications are available at TOP Food &Drug stores, including the Edmonds location, 21900 Highway 99.

Applicants must detail why their local youth baseball and/or softball program needs a Pepsi Grant for local field renovation, new equipment or new uniforms, and how the grant will be used to accomplish the program’s goals. Prizes will be awarded to the league, park district or recreational center and not to individual winners or teams.

Five finalists will be selected. Fans at home games of the Seattle Mariners between June 7 and Aug. 15 will vote to determine the grant winners.

Cycling supporters

B.I.K.E.S. Club of Snohomish County is accepting grant requests from Snohomish County organizations that support recreational cycling for children or adults. Previous grants have ranged from $150 to $1,000.

Requests should include the name of the requesting organization, full street and mailing address, contact name and telephone number, primary purpose of organization, requested amount, intended use of grant funds and description of the population that will benefit.

Requests may be submitted via e-mail or postal service. Requests by postal service must be received by May 7. E-mail requests must be received by May 11.

Send requests to: Debby Grant, B.I.K.E.S. Club of Snohomish County, PO Box 5242, Everett, WA 98206 or president@bikesclub.org

Indie bookseller celebrates book week

Edmonds Bookshop celebrates National Children’s Book Week May 10-16 to promote children’s literacy. During this week, the store will host a book drive to benefit children in need. Buy a new children’s book from Edmonds Bookshop, 111 Fifth Ave. S, for the drive and receive a 20 percent discount. Donations of books in new condition will also be accepted.

Vessel decals to expire

The state Department of Licensing has mailed postcard reminders to vessel owners replacing the familiar paper renewal notices for vessel decals. The DOL postcard does not list the WN number or the Hull identification number (HIN) which owners will need to license vessels. This information is located on boats, current registration and vessel title.

With the WN number and HIN, you can renew your vessel decals in three ways – online through www.dol.wa.gov, or by mail or in person at the Snohomish County Auditor’s Office, 3000 Rockefeller Avenue, Everett.

For questions concerning the transition, contact the DOL at 360-902-3770 option 8, or the Snohomish County Auditor’s Office Licensing Division at 425-388-3371.

Gluten-free at PCC

PCC Natural Markets, including the Edmonds location, has been named the first retailer in the country to be “gluten-free endorsed” by the Gluten Intolerance Group of North America.

PCC worked with GIG for 18 months to ensure compliance with criteria for gluten-free product identification and handling, and has developed and implemented comprehensive staff training and consumer education programs about gluten intolerance. PCC offers about 2,000 gluten-free items identified with orange shelf tags.

There’s an ‘app’ for that

As of March 25, Alderwood mall is included in FastMall, an iPhone application giving users customized turn-by-turn directions, interactive maps and routing to locations within the mall – even your parking spot. Exclusive promotions, discounts and deals are available through the app that, once loaded, does not require a signal.

Sunny Kobe Cook to speak

Sunny Kobe Cook, who started Sleep Country USA with only $5,000 and grew the business to more than $50 million in annual sales before selling it and retiring, will address the Edmonds Chamber, 11:30 a.m., May 27 at the Edmonds Yacht club.

Cost is $17.50 for members with reservations, $20 at the door and for non-members. For reservations, visit www.EdmondsWA.com or call 425-670-1496 ext. 3. Reservation deadline is May 24.

Community garden

Edmonds Floretum Garden Club is operating a community garden at Edmonds Christian Church, 23010 84th Ave. W, this season. The goal is to give an opportunity for those without sun or space a chance to grow vegetables and flowers. Plot sizes range from 24 square feet ($20/yr) to 80 square feet ($50/yr), with children’s plots for free. A plot will also be dedicated for food donations to one of the area’s local food banks. Application forms, rules and regulations are available at www.edmondsfloretumgardenclub.org.

Open house events

• Mountlake Terrace Police Department, 6 to 8 p.m., May 12 at the Police Station. The event will begin with a fallen officer remembrance. Live demonstrations will include K-9 teams and tours of the police station. The holding cell will be open. Parents are encouraged to bring cameras to take staged photos of their family behind bars. For more information, contact 425-670-8260.

• Edmonds Yacht Club 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 23, 326 Admiral Way. Tour the newest waterfront building in Edmonds and meet members of the Yacht Club, including Wally Croasdill, commodore. For more information, visit www.EdmondsYachtClub.com.

• Posh Pooch Dog Day/Play Care &Boarding in Edmonds will have a free Dog Lovers Seminar 7 to 8:30 p.m., May 12 at 22805 100th Ave. W. An animal behavior consultant will be available to answer questions. For reservations, call 425-361-1468.

New Plot Plan Maps

Getting a map of individual properties has just gotten easier at the city of Mountlake Terrace. Property owners or applicants may stop by the Interim City Hall and ask a permit specialist at the front counter for a map or “plot plan” of the property. It can be printed in a matter of seconds and no fee is required. The plot plans provide general information about property boundaries, existing building footprints and utility locations.

For more information about the new plot plan map information, call Community and Economic Development at 425-744-6266 or access the city’s website at www.cityofmlt.com.

Community meetings

• The Greater Edmonds Chamber of Commerce’s networking breakfast is held every Wednesday morning, 7:30 a.m. at Fairwinds-Brighton Court, 6520 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. The event is free to attend. Breakfast can be ordered for $8. For more information, call 425-670-1496.

• The Rotary Club of Edmonds Daybreakers, 7 a.m. every Tuesday, Edmonds Yacht Club.

• VFW Post #8870 monthly meeting, Friday May 14, South County Senior Center, Edmonds. For more information, 206-362-3935.

CIVIC SERVICE

• MLT Community Clean-up Day Saturday, May 15. Groups are asked to contact Parks &Facilities Superintendent Ken Courtmanch at 425-776-1811 to register in advance. Individuals should gather at 9 a.m. at the Recreation Pavilion parking lot, 5303 228th Street SW. City Council will host a barbecue.

• Edmonds Adopt-a-Park. Contact City of Edmonds Parks and Recreation and ask for Volunteer Form and Adopt a Park forms. P&R will help in identifying parks that need volunteer help. For more information, visit www.ci.edmonds.wa.us/CityDepartments/parks_rec/Adopt-a-park.pdf.

• The city of Mill Creek seeks a volunteer to serve on its Art and Beautification Advisory Board to fill a vacancy expiring Oct. 31. For more information contact Kelly Chelin 425-921-5732 or kelly@cityofmillcreek.com. Application deadline is May 5.

PUBLIC MEETING SCHEDULE

SOUTH COUNTY

Community Transit Board of Directors, 3 p.m. Thursday, May 6, 7100 Hardeson Road.

EDMONDS

City Council, 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, Council Chambers, 250 Fifth Ave. N. On the agenda: Public comment on planned residential developments, council review of levy options. Broadcast on Channel 21 at noon &7 p.m. the following Wednesday, noon on Friday &Monday. Recent actions: Request former Skipper’s property owner for a 60-day extension for due diligence process before purchase and sale agreement.

Port of Edmonds, 7 p.m. Monday, May 10, 336 Admiral Way. The Port Commission will hold a special meeting 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, May 5, Harbor Square, 120 Dayton St., to discuss future redevelopment.

Hearing Examiner, 3 p.m. Thursday, May 6, 20, Council Chambers, 250 Fifth Ave. N.

Planning Board, 7 p.m. 2nd &4th Wednesday, May 12, Council Chambers, 250 Fifth Ave. N.

Historic Preservation Commission, 4:30 p.m. Thursday, May 13, Brackett Room, 3rd floor, City Hall, 121 Fifth Ave. N.

Mayors Climate Protection Agreement Committee, 9 a.m. Thursday, May 6, Brackett Room, City Hall, 121 Fifth Ave. N.

Public Facilities District Board, 8:15 a.m. Tuesday, May 11, Edmonds Center for the Arts, 410 Fourth Ave N.

LYNNWOOD

City Council, 7 p.m. Monday, May 10, Council Chambers, 19100 44th Ave. W. Broadcast on Comcast Channel 28, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays &7 a.m. &1 p.m. Sundays.

Planning Commission, 7 p.m. Thursday, May 13, City Hall Council Chambers, 19100 44th Ave. W.

Arts Commission, 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 11, Council Chambers, 19100 44th Ave. W.

Tourism Advisory Committee, 7:30-9 a.m. Thursday, May 13, City Hall Conference Rooms, 19100 44th Ave. W.

Hearing Examiner, Wednesday, May 12, Council Chambers, 19100 44th Ave. W. Call to confirm time &location: 425-670-8308.

MOUNTLAKE TERRACE

City Council, 7 p.m. Monday, May 17, Council Chambers, 6100 219th Street SW, Suite 200. On the agenda: 2010 budge report and review. Audio available at www.cityofmlt.com/cityServices/cityCouncil/councilMeetings.htm

Coffee with the City, 8-9 a.m., Wednesday, May 12, Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW. Citizens, business owners and others from the community are welcome to attend and ask questions and have a casual conversation with city officials.

Planning Commission, 7 p.m. Monday. May 10, City Hall, 6100 219th St. SW, Suite 200. On the agenda: What city planning is and what it does.

Recreation &Park Advisory Commission, 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 11, Jungle Room, Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW.

MILL CREEK

City Council, 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 11, City Hall, 15728 Main St., 425-745-1891.

Arts &Beautification Advisory Board, 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 12, City Hall, 15728 Main St.

Civil Service Commission, 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 13, City Hall, 15728 Main St.

BRIER

City Council, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 11, City Hall, 2901 228th St. SW.

Library Board, 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 12, Brier Library, 23303 Brier Road.

Parks &Recreation Board, 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 12, Council Chambers, 2901 228th St. SW.

WOODWAY

Town Council, 7 p.m. Monday, May 17, Town Hall, 23920 113th Place W.