Seastside Newsletter #90

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Bellevue:

News:

• Bellevue to hold public hearing on human services needs and federal funding priorities: Bellevue's Human Services Commission will hold a public hearing on October 20 at 6 PM (both in-person and online) to gather community input on housing and human services needs, which will help shape the commission's funding recommendations and the city's 2026 Community Development Block Grant annual action plan. The hearing focuses on services for low- and moderate-income residents, including food assistance, shelter and homelessness prevention, financial aid, behavioral health services, childcare, and support for youth, older adults, and people with disabilities. Written comments can be submitted to [email protected] by noon on October 20, and the draft 2026 CDBG plan will be posted for a 30-day public comment period after the hearing. (info)

Events:

• Made in Bellevue on October 8th. (info)

• 9th Japan Week on October 11th. (info)

• Bellevue City Council Candidate Forum on October 11th. (info)

• City Council Meeting on October 14th. (info)

Bothell & Kenmore:

News:

• Bothell launches community input process for Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan update: Bothell is kicking off a community engagement effort this fall to update its Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Plan, a strategic document updated every six years that guides how the city manages parks, trails, recreation programs, and open spaces. The update will assess current offerings, identify future needs, and set priorities for the coming years while keeping the city eligible for state grant funding that supports park and recreation projects. Residents can share their feedback, ideas, and vision for Bothell's parks and recreation system by visiting the project page at bothellwa.gov/286/Parks-Recreation-Open-Space-PROS-Plan. (info)

• Kenmore adding 4 rotating speed cameras across 16 locations starting November: Kenmore's Automated Photo Enforcement (KAPE) program is expanding with four new mobile safety cameras that will rotate between 16 council-approved locations every 2-4 months based on speed data, targeting areas where pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers share the road. Each site will get a 60-day warning period when cameras first arrive (no tickets issued), and all 16 locations will have speed feedback signs and photo enforcement notices posted year-round so drivers know to slow down whether cameras are present or not. Since the program launched in 2023, only about 1% of drivers have received tickets, showing most people are slowing down on their own, and all revenue goes directly to safety improvement projects for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. (info)

Events:

• AI for Small Business Series on October 10th. (info)

• Bothell Prepared: Emergency Preparedness Workshop on October 11th. (info)

• Brunch, Bubbles & Best of the PNW Celebration on October 12th. (info)

• Startup 425 CoWorking on October 15th. (info)

Fall City & Snoqualmie:

News:

• Snoqualmie accepting applications for 2026 tourism project funding through lodging tax program: Snoqualmie's Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is now accepting applications from local organizations seeking funding for tourism projects in 2026, with eligibility limited to groups that coordinate tourist activities and contribute to tourism and economic development in the city. The program is funded by Snoqualmie's portion of state lodging sales tax collected from hotels and accommodations in the area. Applications must be submitted by 5 PM on October 15, 2025, via email to Nicole Wiebe at [email protected] in Word or PDF format with all attachments as PDFs. (info)

Events:

• Business Networking Snoqualmie Valley Connect on October 9th. (info)

• Town Hall with 12th District Lawmakers on October 11th. (info)

• Carnation Farms Harvest Market on October 11th. (info)

• Sunday Group Trail Run on October 12th. (info)

Issaquah:

News:

• Issaquah seeks public input on Alder Festival Street redesign: The City of Issaquah is collecting resident feedback through October 24 on plans to transform Alder Festival Street in Olde Town into a flexible gathering space that can close to cars during events while functioning as a regular street most days. The project, part of the Downtown Streetscape Concept Plan, would add features like extra seating, lighting, vendor space, art displays, and wider sidewalks to create a people-focused environment for walking, shopping, and community celebrations. Design work incorporating public input will happen in early 2026, with final construction timelines dependent on securing project funding. (info)

Events:

• Volunteer Opportunity: Miyawaki Forest on October 9th. (info)

• Sip and Learn: Explore Washington Wine Regions on October 9th. (info)

• Fall Farm Fresh Market on October 11th. (info)

• Pumpkin Patch at Fletcher Farm on October 11th. (info)

• Boo at the Barn on October 24th and 25th. (info)

Kirkland:

News:

• Kirkland City Council to discuss e-cycle rules, park turf conversion, and Kraken Iceplex update: Kirkland's City Council meets Tuesday, October 7, with a business agenda starting at 7:30 p.m. that includes a briefing on e-cycle regulations and community outreach, a vote on reaffirming the city's 2017 resolution as a welcoming and inclusive community, and feedback on a feasibility report for converting baseball infields at Crestwoods and 132nd Square parks to synthetic turf. Earlier at 5:30 p.m., the council will hold a study session covering updates on the proposed Kraken Iceplex and Community Center at Houghton Park and Play, plus a draft policy on setting speed limits throughout the city. (info)

Events:

• Costume Swap on October 11th. (info)

• Kirkland Alliance of Neighborhoods (KAN) City Council Candidate Forum on October 14th. (info)

• Property Tax Workshop on October 15th. (info)

• Lake Washington Half Marathon on Oct. 18 from 8-11:30am. (info)

• Fall Recycling Collection Event on October 18th. (info)

• Día de los Muertos on October 25th. (info)

Mercer Island:

News:

• Mercer Island Library adding Sunday hours starting October 19: Mercer Island Library will open on Sundays for the first time beginning October 19, with hours from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., following strong community feedback and support from civic leaders for expanded access. The library will celebrate the change with a free "Check Out Sundays" event that day featuring speeches from Mayor Salim Nice and King County Library System Executive Director Heidi Daniel, plus a family concert and storytelling sessions. KCLS cited both community demand and the needs of Jewish and Muslim residents who may have difficulty visiting during other days due to religious observances as reasons for the expansion, aiming to make the library a more accessible community hub for all residents. (info)

Events:

• Autumn candle workshop on October 11th. (info)

• Restoration Event on October 11th. (info)

• Hopelink Mobile Food Market on October 15th. (info)

Redmond:

News:

• City of Redmond Food Drive Success: Redmond’s “Feed the Need” food drive collected 3,826 pounds of food and $1,079 in donations at Bella Bottega QFC, led by Mayor Angela Birney with city staff and volunteers. The event supported Hopelink’s no-cost food market amid a 24% rise in food insecurity, with nearly 1,000 local families living below the poverty line and demand for food assistance continuing to grow. (info)

Events:

• BECU Drive-In Movies at Marymoor Park Presented by West Coast Entertainment on Oct. 9 from 7:30-9:30pm. (info)

• Fork and Spoke Trivia on Oct. 10 from 6:30-8:30pm. (info)

• Bigfoot Kids’ Book Festivcal on Oct. 11 from 10am-4pm. (info)

Renton:

News:

• Two Teenagers Missing from Renton Area: Brothers Donovan Molino, 14, and Devin Molino, 15, were last seen around 10:30 p.m. on Oct. 4 near SE 172nd Lane and 120th Lane SE in Renton, prompting a Missing Indigenous Person Alert. Both have black hair and brown eyes; Donovan was wearing a black and gray Nike sweatsuit, and Devin a black shirt with gray jeans. Authorities urge anyone with information to call 911. (info)

• Woman Injured in Renton ATM Shooting: A 57-year-old woman was shot during an attempted robbery around 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 3 near the 300 block of Burnett Avenue South in downtown Renton. Police say a man in his 20s dressed in red tried to steal her purse, fired during the struggle, and fled. The woman was taken to Harborview Medical Center and is in satisfactory condition; the suspect remains at large. (info)

• SR 167 Tolling System Updates: WSDOT will soon launch an upgraded tolling system on SR 167, charging drivers based on distance traveled between Puyallup and Renton or Pacific. Carpoolers with a Good To Go! Flex Pass in HOV mode and motorcycles with a Motorcycle Pass can drive toll-free, while others without a pass will receive a bill by mail. Drivers are encouraged to open a Good To Go! account and get a pass to save $2 per trip and ensure automatic payments. (info)

Events:

• Cedar River Salmon Festival on Oct. 8 from 10am-12pm. (info)

• Truck or Treat: Sensory Friendly Stroll on Oct. 24 from 5-5:45pm. (info)

• Renton Municipal Art Commission: Costume Contest on Oct 25 from 3-4pm. (info)

Sammamish:

News:

• Sammamish Council Candidates Split on Housing and Town Center: At the Oct. 1 Sammamish Independent forum, six city council candidates debated affordable housing, town center development, and budget priorities. Amy Lam, Sid Gupta, Lin Yang, and Karen Howe supported diversified housing and a mixed-use town center, while Josh Amato and Debbie Treen opposed going beyond state affordable housing mandates. Candidates agreed on reassessing the city’s budget gap, with Lam and Gupta citing rising costs and low revenue diversity, and discussed adding transit options like shuttles along 228th St. to ease traffic. (info)

• Sammamish Traffic and Infrastructure Updates: Multiple public works projects are underway across Sammamish through late 2025, including stormwater pipe inspections, a watermain installation, a PSE gas main replacement, and new fiber installation. Minimal traffic impacts are expected, with occasional lane closures and controlled traffic in work zones. Major sites include NE 14th Drive, Sahalee Drive, Louis Thompson Road, and Inglewood Hill Road. Louis Thompson Road remains one-way through October with final paving planned for spring 2026. Utility crews will also conduct asphalt patching and fiber installation, causing minor delays throughout October. (info)

Events:

• 10./11 Evans Creek Trial Project at 11am. (info)

• Trunk-R-Treat 2025 on Oct. 30 at 4pm. (info)

Woodinville:

News:

• City Hosts “Trick or Tree” Arbor Day Celebration Oct. 30: Woodinville will hold a free, family-friendly “Trick or Tree” Arbor Day event on Thursday, Oct. 30, from 3–6 p.m. at City Hall. The celebration combines Halloween fun with environmental education, featuring games, crafts, face painting, storytelling, and treats. Costumes are encouraged to enhance the festive atmosphere. Attendees can also learn about the importance of trees and take home a free tree for fall planting. (info)

Events:

• Ragmala Lights 2025 on Oct. 11 from 10am-6pm. (info)

• Bordeaux Master Class - Barnard Griffin on Oct. 11 from 11:30am-1pm. (info)

What we are currently loving!

• Melrose Grill (Renton): A classic, wood-paneled steakhouse in a century-old building where martinis are cold, booths are cozy, and USDA Prime cuts hit the table with old-school swagger. Order the filet or the namesake “Melrose Cut,” tack on a wedge salad, and enjoy the time-capsule vibe that’s made this Renton institution a date-night layup.

Weather this Week:

• The week starts off gray and damp, with mostly cloudy skies and a chance of light rain midweek—just enough to remind us fall is settling in. By the weekend, showers stick around, softening the light and nudging us toward cozy indoor rhythms. It’s the kind of week that calls for umbrellas, warm drinks, and short strolls when the skies allow it.