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New Off Leash Dog Area at Lynndale Park

Carl Setzer

Perhaps you’ve noticed the new space and equipment at the west end of the park, near the skateboard bowl and just off of Olympic View Drive.

Anyway, there will be grand opening shindiggery happening this coming Saturday.

When you’re done there, head down Olympic View Drive a few feet to Mel & Mias. Well worth it!

Please join us for the grand opening celebration of the
Off-Leash Dog Area, Saturday, February 11 at 10:00am

Lynndale Park Off-Leash Dog Area

Off-Leash Area Features

  • Two enclosed pens (one for shy-dogs)
  • Agility stations
  • ADA / Pet drinking fountain
  • Pet Waste station
  • Picnic Table seating
  • Informational Kiosk
  • Accessible Parking & Entrance (seven spaces + one ADA)

Location & Parking (see map below)

The off-leash area is located between the Skate Park and Perrinville shopping area on Olympic View Drive.

Parking for the Grand Opening Celebration is available at the Skate Park and nearby upper lot – entrance at 7326 Olympic View Drive. The Off-Leash Area parking lot will be restricted during the Grand Opening event.

Project History

The Lynnwood City Council authorized funding and construction of this new off-leash area in September 2016. Construction began in October and was substantially completed in early January. The total project cost is estimated to be $40,000 funded from Real Estate Excise Tax 1. Furnishings purchased from Dog-On-It Parks. Fencing constructed by All-Around Fence Co. Informational Kiosk constructed and installed by Josh Beam, Eagle Scout Project Candidate of Troop #465. Project management, installation, and finish work completed by Lynnwood Parks Operations led by Eric Peterson, Parks Superintendent.

For more information about the Off-Leash Dog Area, visit http://www.lynnwoodwa.gov/PlayLynnwood/Parks/Lynndale-Park/Off-LeashDogArea.htm 

Off-Leash Area Locator Map

Contact:

An Update On The Scriber Road Fire

Carl Setzer

To sum up: looks like the fire wasn’t criminal in nature. Which, for those of us who live in the general area, is pretty heartening.

Yet, without an “exact cause”, it’s hard to feel too releived.

Anyway, the full text of the press release is below:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Scriber Lake Road Fire Investigation Update

LYNNWOOD, WA (February 2, 2017) – The Lynnwood Police Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) National Response Team have completed their onsite investigation into the January 25, 2017 structure fire at the construction site of a senior apartment complex, located at the 19800 block of Scriber Lake Road. The cause of the fire appears to be non-criminal in nature, however the exact cause of the fire is still unknown.

The site will be turned over to the Fire Marshal’s Office and Building Officials who will work with the property owner to secure the scene and begin recovery efforts. Scriber Lake Road will remain closed until the site can be properly secured. We ask that the public continue to stay clear of this area until that work is completed.

Thanks to the Snohomish County PUD, power was restored to the Tanglewood Apartment Complex early yesterday morning and those tenants were able to return to their homes. The 36 units of the Lynnview Apartment building remain uninhabitable due to smoke, heat, and water damage.

The City of Lynnwood and the Lynnwood Police Department sincerely appreciate the assistance of the ATF’s National Response Team on this investigation.

New Construction In Lynnwood

Carl Setzer

I noticed a Proposed Land Use sign a few days ago here just north of Highway 99 & 176th in Lynnwood. Looks like NW Motor Sports is planning on moving there, or expanding their operations there. It’ll blend right in with the other car lots around there.

It will be nice for the land to be used, though. It’s a pretty highly valued lot and the owners would certainly rather have income offsetting the taxes versus sitting there vacant.

Halloween Approaches Lynnwood

Carl Setzer

Ah, a lovely Saturday in Lynnwood! Nary a cloud, and rather warm.

Besides the basic logistical efforts of weekend life (laundry, decluttering, groceries…), today was the day to costume shop. Well, for the kid, who’s losing his kid-like qualities quickly.

We made our way to Lynnwood’s Spirit Halloween. Even as I’m walking in, I can here the gang from Tim Burton’s Nightmare Before Christmas singing “This Is Halloween”. For me, at least, this was delightful.

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Looking around this store, that looks like the wardrobe department for a B horror flick. Rather impressive, really, especially considering the glorified trash bags I wore as “costumes” when I was a kid. Things looked like these:

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And I had this one several times (I heart Spiderman):

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The world has changed. And kid’s expectations have grown. Makes sense, I guess. And, though I’d love things to become dirt-cheap again, I’ll take the greater fun.

 

Spirit’s over in Lynnwood Square, I believe in the same spot as the old (ancient?) CompUSA. It’s next to where Sport’s Authority used to be. In the lot is a rather large sign admonishing non-patrons about this being a private lot. I found it amusing. Mainly since there’s a lot of vacant space in this strip-mall. I’m sure it’s from better times, when parking was more of a premium. Anyway, if you’re looking for a large retail space, they’ve got plenty for you. In case you didn’t know, within a 5-mile radius, we have a population in excess of 300,000 with an average household income of nearly $88,000. Not a bad neighborhood, huh?

In the parking lot is the old Chevy’s. I’ve been watching the building for some time.

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I think the building’s been vacant more than it’s been occupied. I’m not sure how long the space has been vacant, but I’m sure you can lease it for a reasonable price. I know it’s been closed for at least 10 years I can speak of. I wonder why it’s still vacant? I don’t imagine there’s a good business case to made for a rotting, vacant building. I’m used to these situations have some kind of legal issue, whether insurance, probate, taxes, criminal…there’s some kind of issue.

I’ve been meaning to dive deeper within, but I’ve been busy. Soon, though.

Stay well, do great things!

Lynnwood’s Fair on 44th – Saturday, Sept. 10

Carl Setzer

I’ve been hearing about the Fair on 44th for the past couple of days. 44th will be closed to cars from 188th (the first station) to 194th (the library).

So, head over tomorrow, Saturday from 10:00 am  to 2:00 pm.

All the details available here. 

Edmonds School Fair on 44th District bus drivers and a school bus will be there too!

The City of Lynnwood is hosting a new event this Saturday, September 10 from 10:00 am-2:00 pm – The Fair on 44th – Lynnwood’s Health & Safety Community Block Party

44th Ave W in Lynnwood will be closed to car traffic from the Fire Station to the Police Station (188th St – 194th St) and open to people with fun, informational, and interactive things for everyone to enjoy!
Make sure to come say hello to District bus drivers and climb aboard a school bus as part of the event!

City of Lynnwood Community Meeting Tomorrow Night at 6pm

Carl Setzer
City of Lynnwood Logo
Lynnwood Washington
Community Meeting

You’re Invited!

6 – 8PM
Tuesday, August 9
Verdant Community Wellness Center

Community members are invited to drop-in at the Verdant Community Wellness Center between 6 – 8pm on Tuesday, August 9th for a City of Lynnwood Community Meeting. On hand will be staff from Lynnwood’s Police, Fire, Parks, Planning, and Public Works Departments to share about current programs and to answer your questions.

This free event focuses on improving community and family safety. Featured activities include Ask a Cop, How to Avoid Scams (presentation at 6:30pm), and demonstrations on how to shut off emergency valves. Healthy and hearty appetizers will be provided. Free kids’ activities will be provided for youth ages 3 – 12 years old. Everyone who attends will be entered into a raffle to win a hiking fun-pack.

Department information will include:

  • Police: block watch, volunteer programs, crime prevention information
  • Fire: disaster preparedness and emergency shut off demonstrations – main water, electricity and gas valves
  • Parks & Recreation: Interurban Trail Improvements, Healthy Communities Initiative, Love Your Block neighborhood mini-grant program, and recreation programs
  • Public Works: Bike2Health bicycle improvements, 196th St Improvement Project
  • Community Development & Economic Development: City Center development projects, Future Link Light Rail info, and code guidelines on raising chickens and goats
  • Communication: Fair on 44th info, City eNews & newsletter

For more information, contact:

Sarah Olson, Deputy Director
Lynnwood Park, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department
solson@lynnwoodwa.gov
425-670-5503

Hey Lynnwood Folks, Time To Register For the August Kids Fire Camp

Carl Setzer

Looks like a really fun time for the kids. Put on by the good folks of Lynnwood Fire.

 

Lynnwood Washington

Register Now for Kids Fire Camp!

Fire Camp

Come join the men and women of Lynnwood Fire for a fun-filled week of learning all about the job of a firefighter. Activities include water safety, rescue practices, firefighting, and more!

Kids Fire Camp is for kids ages 11-14 years old. August 16-19, from 8:00am-4:00pm. Cost is $120.00 per child, financial hardship scholarships available.

Apply online or contact Misty Burton-Burke for more info – 425-670-5302, mburke@LynnwoodWA.gov.

Love Thy Neighbor Peace Rally to be held at Trinity-Lynnwood July 21

Carl Setzer

This is my church. Great work and thoughtful engagement.

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In response to the numerous recent tragedies experienced in our nation there will be a “Love Thy Neighbor” Peace Rally, this Thursday, July 21st at 7pm. The rally will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lynnwood and will be emceed by Lynnwood Council President and Pastor of Good Shepherd Baptist Church, M. Christopher Boyer. Guest speakers will include Mayor Nicola Smith, Interim Police Chief Bryan Stanifer, President of the Snohomish County Chapter of the NAACP Dr. Janice Greene, Councilmember Shirley Sutton, Reverend Paul Sundberg, Reverend Aaron Gaines, Reverend Steven Greenebaum, and Lynnwood resident Wally Webster. All are welcome to attend.
Here is the link from the City of Lynnwood, in case you would like to share:

And so ends the weekend

Carl Setzer

They never seem long enough. So very much I wanted to do, and so very much of that left undone. A few highlights: 

  • I’ve been fighting some kind of bug the past week or so. I feel better now, but not 100%. Slept far more of today than expected. 
  • With that, today, for various reasons, I consumed way too much bad food. Felt queasy most of the evening. My bifocals didn’t help at all. Feeling better now, yet also exhausted. Yuck!
  • Yesterday I did finally replace my Samsung S5, which has been driving me batty. Got a S7. Quite happy so far, but I’m really only getting going with it. 
  • Saturday I went walking around Lynnwood. Up off of 40th between 188th and 196th, there’s a cleared play where a development of some stripe is going in. I’d passed by several times, so really wanted t take a closer look. The space they’re building out is HUGE! This will change the dynamic of that neighborhood. 
  • With that, I also explored the trails by the library and City Hall. I was delighted to find a plaque from Meadowdale (my high school) naming the trail “Mesika”. Seeing the connection filled me with pride. 
  • That makes me think of how the city has changed. It’s radically different than when I was a kid. Yet elements remain the same. I do expect Lynnwood will continue growing much more urban, for good and for ill. 
  • Anyway, I have photos and a little video. Once I feel better and more energized, I’ll pull together a vlog post. 

So, it was a satisfying enough weekend for me. Hopefully it was for you. Let me know in the comments! 

A Few Random Thoughts On This Saturday

Carl Setzer

I’m exploring what content I’m going to work on over the next “little bit”. My brainstorming brought up some random things.

  • I was watching a few squirrels in my backyard and thought “the history of the eastern grey squirrel mirrors the history of human migration in the American west”. Though very academic sounding, the more I think about it, the more I think it’s something to explore further. Yeah, my nerdiness is showing.
  • Lynnwood, the town I’ve spent most of my life living in, solidly reflects the post-war expansion and growth of the suburb.
  • This small town of my youth has grown so very much. Strange to see all these cranes.
  • Spent the morning listening to a local band, the Ginger Ups. I really love the music. Go lend them your ears! You’ll be glad you did. And you can see them live. The next show, per their website, is at Edmonds’ Hazel Miller Plaza this coming Thursday at 5:00 pm. Street level at Old Milltown.
  • I need to get a new phone soon. My S5, with KitKat, is so clunky and aggravating. I was thinking of digging around online to find a good deal. But I probably will end up at the Alderwood Mall ATT store. Soon. Today? Looking at the Samsung S7. Now, which one? Oh, choices! Not sure I’ll pay extra for the S7 Active. However, there’s something comforting about not needing to worry about using your phone in the rain when you live around Seattle.
  • I’ve been thinking about this story from the Seattle Times earlier this month: “Seattle home too dangerous to enter sells for $427,000 after ‘insane’ bidding war“. I want to flesh things out further. This really is an anomaly, an outlier. It does capture some truths about the current Seattle real estate market, but not all of it. Homes are consistently selling above asking price, but we’re looking at 102% (ish). Not 200%! Anyway, another opportunity to nerd out and dive deeper. My plan is to do that later today. I want to build a vlog post about it (see below.
  • Succumbing to pressure from several sources, I’ve started vlogging. My YouTube channel is over here. It’s actually a lot of fun, but I’m really just getting started. Give me ideas!
  • I’m hoping to head over to the Lynnwood Bowl & Skate’s 60th Anniversary shindig later today. This institution formed a core part of my childhood and youth. Will be nice to celebrate it’s history and continued place in South Snohomish County culture.

So, there’s today’s musings. I have some stuff to get done today.