Around Town

  • Sue Waldburger<br>Enterprise writer
  • Monday, March 3, 2008 6:52am

All lit up

A former holiday tradition in Edmonds will be revived this year when a decorated Christmas tree is set up in the roundabout at Fifth Avenue and Main Street.

The once-familiar harbinger of the holidays will occupy the spot where the “Cedar Dreams” sculpture and fountain stood before a teenage driver wiped both out earlier this month. The artwork and fountain will be replaced, but not until next year.

Mayor Gary Haakenson said the tree not only will add to downtown’s festive facade but will serve as a safety beacon, as well, by calling drivers’ attention to the fountain base at the crossroads.

One step at a time

During last Tuesday’s meeting of the Edmonds City Council, Fire Chief Tom Tomberg had to beg off answering the question of how he sees Edmonds in the next 50 to 100 years.

Asked the question by councilwoman Mauri Moore, the chief admitted long-range speculation is impossible when one lives “year to year” juggling increased calls for service and a budget and staff size straining to keep up with demand. Additions to both the fire and police departments staffs are among the recommendations made by Haakenson in the preliminary 2006 budget.

Breath of fresh air

Family pets involved in fires now have a better chance for survival, thanks pet-resuscitation masks recently given to the Edmonds Fire Department.

Masks in multiple sizes to fit a Seal Point Siamese or Saluki were gifted to the department by Helping Hands Veterinary Clinic in Lynnwood. They will be carried in the EFD’s medic and aid units for on-the-spot help for cats and dogs.

“Over the years we have had several occasions where the pet recovery masks would have helped reduce the harmful effects of oxygen deprivation,” said Tomberg. “We are very grateful to the Helping Hands Veterinary Clinic for this gift that can extend the life of the family pet.”

Listen &learn

Steven Landry, a senior at Edmonds-Woodway High School, will serve through December as student representative to the Edmonds City Council.

Landry, who was elected homecoming king a few weeks ago, hopes to attend a four-year college and study business and Spanish.

Have an item for Around Town? Contact Sue Waldburger at 425-673-6525 or e-mail at edmonds@her-aldnet.com.

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