Stories for July 2018

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Tuesday, July 31

County council considers funding Safeco Field maintenance

Advocates push using lodging tax revenue for more affordable housing

Housing advocates came out in large numbers on Monday to urge the King County Council to reconsider plans to commit as much as $190 million in hotel/motel tax revenue toward requested maintenance of Safeco Field.

Personal connections boost property purchase potential

After seemingly endless months of the same story of increasing sales prices and anemic inventory amid rising demand for homeownership, the Seattle region underwent a bit of change in the second quarter of 2018, as the past few months gave way to inventory increases and a slight softening in home price gains.  

Monday, July 30

Music in the Park jams in August

The Madison Park Business Association has lined up sponsors and bands to keep Music in the Park rocking and rolling for another year.

Friday, July 27

Winning tips for Washington State Open

In light of the United States Tennis Association’s Washington State Open tournament being held at the Seattle Tennis Club July 31-Aug. 5, NW Sports Rehab of Madison Park is providing some helpful tips for the competitors on the last stop on the Northwest Regional.

Wednesday, July 25

Bailey-Boushay House receiving emergency shelter funding

Madison Valley facility plans to open 50 beds to homeless clients in November

Bailey-Boushay House is receiving funding to open a 50-bed emergency shelter in its Madison Valley facility starting in November.

Tuesday, July 24

Summer tips for staying pain free

Summer fun is happening, now that the sun has come out, the kids have finished another school year, and the rain has finally stopped. Nothing ruins a fun summer trip like pain, so here are some practical tips to stay out of pain and enjoy your holiday.

Northwest School moving toward socially responsible investing

Independent school transitioning $10.4 million endowment using ESG filters

The Northwest School board president Kathleen Wareham says the independent school is teaching by example with its plans to fully transition its $10.4 million endowment to socially and environmentally responsible funds.

Monday, July 23

SDCI director approves The Madison for construction

Save Madison Valley to appeal decision

The Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections has cleared the construction of a controversial 82-unit mixed-use development that will include a PCC Market in Madison Valley.

Sunday, July 22

Annika DiNovi takes on leadership position at Parkshore

New executive director has long history working with senior communities

Annika DiNovi has joined the Parkshore senior living community as its new executive director.

Thursday, July 19

Assessor's office launches Taxpayer Transparency Tool

Website allows property owners to see tax impacts from proposed levies

The King County Assessor’s Office launched a new website tool that allows property owners to see where their tax dollars go and what impact a levy would have on their bank account.

Midtown Center redevelopment needs more work

Review board urges design changes that reflect Central District roots

Facing pressure from the Central District residents who will ultimately have to live with it, the East Design Review Board on Wednesday night declined to move forward plans for the Midtown Center redevelopment.

Volunteers still needed for Kaiser Permanente SAC

Committee would advise on $400 million Capitol Hill campus renovation

The Seattle Department of Neighborhoods is seeking people interested in serving on a standing advisory committee for Kaiser Permanente to provide feedback on future developments.

Tuesday, July 17

Cappy's Boxing Gym back in the ring

Longtime Central District business reopens in new space

Cap Kotz has been training people to box for more than two decades. While Cappy’s Boxing Gym has moved on to new digs, Kotz said he’s brought all the grit along with it.  

Mayor taps Carmen Best for next police chief

City council to make final decision in early August

Mayor Jenny Durkan declared her nomination of Carmen Best to lead the Seattle Police Department on Tuesday, praising the 26-year veteran who had initially been kept off the list of candidate finalists.  

Bald eagle electrocuted in Madison Park

City Light to add conductor cover over offending wires

An American bald eagle died in Madison Park early Monday morning, after being electrocuted by live power lines along 42nd Avenue East.

Monday, July 16

Madison Park pedestrian activists bend chief traffic engineer's ear

Crossing flag stewards share concerns about intersections, driver behavior

Madison Park crossing flag stewards Ken Myrabo and Reg Newbeck are questioning whether a recently completed construction project at East Madison Street and McGilvra Boulevard East has improved the pedestrian experience in the neighborhood.

Central Area Senior Center working toward property acquisition

Director says ownership would allow for expanding footprint, services

For the past 43 years, the Central Area Senior Center has been operating on a month-to-month lease with the City of Seattle. But CASC director Dian Ferguson says she’s more optimistic than ever that ownership of the community space will soon change hands for the better.

Madison Park dog owners still seeking answers after off-leash park attack

Dog walkers hard to track while another company ends up in crosshairs

Max the cockapoo is recovering from the injuries he sustained during a June 29 attack by a St. Bernard while tethered to a bench in the Blue Dog Pond off-leash dog park.Two weeks later, his owners, Tinsley and Jeff Cobles, are still seeking answers; one in particular being if and when the responsible party will pay for Max’s costly vet bill.

Sunday, July 15

Fat Salmon Swim makes waves in Lake Washington

More than 300 competitors came out for 19th race

Lake Washington was teeming with more than 300 swimmers making the annual journey from Day Street Park to Madison Park Beach on Saturday.

Friday, July 13

Police chief finalists meet public at Not This Time forum

Candidates field questions on accountability, excessive force, earning community trust

Three finalists for Seattle Police chief responded to questions from the public and a panel of African American community leaders and activists concerned about officer accountability on Wednesday, July 11.

Wednesday, July 11

Not This Time hosting community conversation with police chief finalists

Not This Time, an advocacy group that promotes increased police accountability and de-escalation training, will host the three Seattle Police chief finalists during a community conversation 6-8:15 p.m. Wednesday at the Seattle Vocational Institute.

Monday, July 9

Community paints mural at Midtown Center

Temporary activation project to reflect neighborhood's desire to preserve culture, history

Central District residents came out to give Midtown Center a new coat of paint, creating a mural in the parking lot that is a statement about the neighborhood’s African-American roots and a symbol of their desire to preserve it amid redevelopment.

Sunday, July 8

Carmen Best back in running for Seattle Police chief

Former Pittsburgh chief pulls out to possibly assume different SPD position

Interim Seattle Police Chief Carmen Best is back in the running to take on the job permanently, after one of the three finalists for the position dropped out.

Tuesday, July 3

Blu Dot marks Capitol Hill opening

Blu Dot began making its mark in Seattle with this week’s opening of its Capitol Hill home furnishings store in the historic Colman Automotive Building.

Monday, July 2

Exploring Ethiopia

I’m your 52-year-old Madison Park neighbor, father, husband and local real estate broker. At first glance, I might seem like a normal guy, but lurking just beneath the surface is a powerful addiction.

Market still hot; Park prices up

If you follow real estate, the latest update about the Greater Seattle market is slightly unusual: Good news for homebuyers!

CB Bain names John Deely principal managing broker of Madison Park office

Coldwell Banker Bain has announced John Deely will serve as principal managing broker of its Madison Park office.

Half-time in Seattle’s real estate market

While this spring was insane in the Seattle real estate market, we’re coming into a temporary slowdown. Independence Day marks the beginning of a traditional lull for a few weeks every summer, even in the hot home-sales climate we’ve experienced.

Strawberry trees look pretty, but fruit isn’t as tasty as some would think

The Pacific Northwest suffers no paucity of beautiful broad-leafed evergreen trees. In addition to bringing verdant texture to the winter garden, many like Magnolias and Camellias reward the gardener (and indeed all who see them) with spectacular spring blooms.