City briefs

Cops awarded for DUI efforts

Officers from Brier, Mountlake Terrace and Lynnwood were honored March 14 at the annual DUI Task Force Traffic Safety Awards Ceremony.

Every year people in Snohomish County are recognized for their special contribution to keeping roadways safer.

In Brier, Officer Brandon McCullar was recognized for his 19 DUI arrest for 2002.

In Mountlake Terrace Officers Pat Hatchel and Scott Burkett were recognized for making DUI enforcement a priority every shift they worked. In between calls, both these officers were consistently working the road. Mountlake Terrace’s crime prevention coordinator, Joie Worthen was also given an award for serving on the DUI Task Force Board, and as the Special Projects Coordinator for PACE, assisting with traffic safety events, and for writing and coordinating traffic safety grants.

In Lynnwood Officer Mark Brinkman and former Officer Eric Tompkins received awards. In the past three years LPD has taken over 1,000 into to custody from DUI arrests. In only eight months, Officer Tomkins arrested over 40 DUI suspects. Officer Brinkman was also recognized for his expertise as a drug recognition expert and instructor.

Dillon honored in scholarship

The Lynnwood Firefighters Association is proud to honor the memory of former Lynnwood Fire Chief, Alan Dillon, who recently passed away, by renaming the Lynnwood Firefighters Association Scholarship, the “Alan M. Dillon Memorial Scholarship.” This will be an annual $600 scholarship open to all high school seniors in the Lynnwood area. For more information call the Lynnwood Fire Department at 425-744-6433.

Tax help for seniors in Terrace

Tax help is here for seniors and lower income people. There is a free AARP Tax Aide program from 4:30-8:30 p.m. on Wednesday evenings at Mountlake Terrace Library, 23300 58th Avenue West, Mountlake Terrace. This program is slated to assist with basic tax questions and returns. Our volunteer is trained to do e-filing. No appointments are taken, it is a first-come, first-served program. There may be other locations within the area which also offer this service. For other locations with free tax assistance, call the Library Reference desk at 425-776-8722.

Fire chiefs earn certification

Snohomish County Fire District 1 Fire Chief Jack McArthur and Deputy Chief Wes Miller (who also lead the Mountlake Terrace Fire Department) have earned the professional Chief Fire Officer designation from the National Commission for Fire Chief Officer Designation.

According to a press release, only about a dozen fire chiefs in Washington state and 214 nationwide have earned the Chief Fire Officer Designation.

This is a voluntary program designed to recognize individuals who can show their excellence in seven measured components including: experience, education, professional development, professional contributions, association membership, community involvement, and technical competencies.

McArthur has more than 26 years experience in the fire service and has been the fire chief in District 1 for three years. Miller has been with Fire District 1 for more than 30 years. He currently serves as the Deputy Chief of Special Operations, overseeing the district’s specialty teams for hazardous materials and technical rescue response.

Town meeting in Mountlake Terrace

The Mountlake Terrace City Council wants to hear from its citizens and have a conversation about whatever is on their mind regarding the community. Drop in and join the Council at this informal gathering from 6 to 9 p.m. on Monday, March 31 in the Mountlake Terrace library meeting room on 58th Avenue West next to the City Hall. Information displays and materials will be available, along with refreshments. Come, bring your neighbor, and spend an evening with your City Council members. For more information call 425-776-1161.

Clothing, blankets needed now

For the first time in more than three years, the clothing bay in World Concern’s global distribution center at 19802 Highway 99 in Lynnwood is bare.

World Concern is the only international relief and development organization in the Northwest that locally collects gently used clothing, shoes and blankets specifically for shipment to the world’s poorest families. This year, if donations remain low, World Concern may not be able to meet shipping goals for containers requested by Haiti, Southern Sudan, Afghanistan and the Democratic Republic of Congo or relief requests as emergency situations arise. Clothing and blankets of all types for both warm and cold climates are needed. World Concern also accepts tents and gently used sleeping bags, sheets and towels. Regular warehouse hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information on World Concern, call 425-771-5700 or go to www.worldconcern.org.

Match funds raised for food bank

The Feinstein Foundation in Rhode Island has offered to match funds raised to Concern For Neighbors Food Bank in Mountlake Terrace. Any money donated in the name of the Feinstein challenge will be matched. For more information contact Joan Hinjim at the food bank at 425-778-7227.

The Lynnwood Food bank is also in dire need of volunteers. If you can help call 425-745-1635.

Donate your old car for a local cause

The Boys and Girls Clubs of Snohomish County are starting a car donation program. Funds from the program will benefit the activities of the Boys and Girls Clubs. For more information call 1-800-246-0493.

CFBW needs volunteers

The Center For Battered Women is looking for volunteers who want to work together to eliminate domestic violence. If interested in taking a training class, applications must be received no later than April 21. The training class will be from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 26, May 10 and May 17 at the Everett General Hospital (Colby Campus). To receive a volunteer application packet, call Darla Lewis at 425-259-2827, ext. 12.

Free harp concert

at MLT library

Harper Tasche (www.harpcrossing.com), shares his haunting and beautiful harp, psaltery and recorder music in a special free evening concert “Viking Echoes: An Evening of Nordic Music and Stories, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Monday, April 7 at the Mountlake Terrace library at 23300 58th Avenue West in Mountlake Terrace. The concert is open to all ages. Travel through the landscapes and cultures of Norway, Sweden, Iceland and Finland from medieval to modern times. Funding for this special free concert is provided by the Tulalip Tribes and the Friends of the Mountlake Terrace Library. For more information call the Library at 425-776-8722.

PIE is looking for local reps.

The non-profit organization, Pacific Intercultural Exchange is looking for out-going, friendly, responsible and caring individuals who would enjoy working with teens and families as representatives. As a representative you would match local and/or out of country students with local and/or out of country families who would make a difference in a young person’s life. Earn a little money while having fun. For more information call Teresa Knapp toll-free at 1-800-894-7633.

Spring concerts coming, no choir

The Trolley Days Band presents

• “Swing into Spring” Swing Concert at 7 p.m. on May 9.

• “Red, White &Brass” Patriotic Concert at 7 p.m. on June 27.

All Concerts will be at LDS Church 17321 44th Ave. W. in Lynnwood

Because of lack of funding and interest The Trolley Days Band is canceling its Community Choir this spring. The group is still looking for musicians for the band and ensemble groups. No auditions or dues and everyone is welcome. For more information call Becky Janecke at 425-745-9121.

Heed burn bans in your area

Washington state law prohibits residential burning and land clearing fires in urbanized areas, according to the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency. If you’re thinking of burning outdoors, know that, violations of outdoor burning regulations can be costly. Fines can exceed $13,000 per day and typically start at $2,000 plus reimbursement costs for fire department responses. Contact your local fire department before you burn. In the City of Lynnwood call 425-744-6433 in unincorporated areas of South Snohomish County, Mountlake Terrace or Brier call Fire District 1 at 425-551-1200.

Yard sale, cleanup coming soon to MLT

Put this on your calendars: The annual Mountlake city wide yard sale is the weekend of May 2, 3 and 4.

Then, the city’s annual spring cleanup, on May 7 will allow residents unlimited quantities of garbage picked up free of charge, according to a Mountlake Terrace press release.

The event also offers a free-drop off time on May 10.

Look for more information about the city-wide yard sale and cleanup in an upcoming edition of the Enterprise, the March edition of the City Happenings newsletter and a flyer in Mountlake Terrace residents’ utility bills. For more information call 425-776-1161.

VFW meets first Thursdays

The Veterans of Foreign Wars, All – American Post 1040, Lynnwood meets the at 7:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month at the Alderwood Youth Club, 19619 – 24th.

For more information contact Post Commander Martin Spani at 425- 673-7702 or 425-774-7416 for information. All combat Veterans who earned a campaign medal are eligible for membership.

Go to a City Council meeting

Lynnwood City Council regular meetings start at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays of the month.

Mountlake Terrace City Council regular meetings start at 7 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of the month.

Brier City Council regular meetings start at 7:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month.

For more information in Lynnwood call 425-775-1971 in Mountlake Terrace 425-776-1161 and in Brier 425-775-5440.

Donate an old cell phone for safety

Project Donate a Phone is back on and the need is high, say officials for The Snohomish County Center for Battered Women.

The center is in need of old or new cellular phones, even ones with missing parts can help, Center officials said. Usable cell phones will be provided free to all women who use the center’s services. In case of emergency old phones can still be used to dial 911. The ones that can’t be used will be recycled to a business who has agreed to pay the non-profit organization for parts. To donate phones, drop them off at the Mountlake Terrace Police Department at 5906 232nd St. SW or to the Snohomish County Center for Battered Women at 1310 Pacific Avenue in Everett #5 (corner of Grand and Pacific) or Mr. Bill’s restaurant at the Everett Mall. More information call Terri or Vicci at 425-259-2827. The Center for Battered women are also looking for volunteers. For more information contact Darla Lewis at 425-259-2827, ext. 18.

Free car seat checks in Lynnwood

Motor vehicle crashes are the single largest cause of child fatalities in the country, officials said.

However, proper child seat safety can reduce the risk of injury or death by 70 percent, officials added, if the car seat is installed correctly. Lynnwood Police have recently nationally certified five technicians to help parents and care givers be sure their precious cargo is as safe as possible.

Free car seat checks are now available every Wednesday from noon to 8 p.m. by appointment, at the Lynnwood Police Station at 19321 44th Avenue West. Checks take about 30 to 45 minutes to complete and it is best to have the child there for the check. For more info. or to make an appointment call 425-744-6900.

Have a court date? Click here:

Citizens can now go to a new website, www.courts.wa.gov, and look up their court dates by clicking on “find your court date” and entering a valid name or case number.

All courts in Washington including Lynnwood Municipal and South Snohomish County District Court are on the site except for Seattle Municipal Court.

Given that court proceedings may be rescheduled at any time, official said, users are encouraged to call their local court the morning of their appearance. An automated court directory is also available online via the Washington Courts website, combined with a “Courthouse Locator” which provides maps and directions to every courthouse throughout Washington State. For the Lynnwood Municipal Court call 425-670-6668. For the South Snohomish County District Court call 425-774-8803.

Free blood pressure screening at library

Red Cross volunteers provide free blood pressure screening from 1 to 3 p.m. on the first and third Friday of each month at the Lynnwood Library at 19200 44th Ave. W.