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CITY NEWS PUBLIC SAFETY SPRINGPARKS 2019 ■ &SEATAC RECREATION QUARTERLY 1 MESSAGE FROM THE CITY MANAGER CITY DIRECTORY Area Code 206 It’s been three months since I started as your City Manager. These first few months have blown by quickly but I want to CITY HALL report that I am thoroughly enjoying this new venture. 973.4800 As part of my new position, I have a goal to increase resident City Clerk involvement in the City of SeaTac government. There are many 973.4661 ways in which residents can get involved. Reading through the City Council SeaTac Quarterly is a good start to get acquainted with what is 973.4810 happening. Another way is to become a member of one of the Citizen’s Advisory Committees. We have nearly a dozen committees which assist the City Council City Manager 973.4810 in decision-making and in the setting of City policies. These opportunities are open to residents of SeaTac or persons who own, operate, or are employed at a Code Compliance business in the City of SeaTac. The committees cover a range of topics including 973.4567 arts and culture, community services, planning, senior citizen services, and Community & Economic sidewalks. You can learn more about these committees on our website. Development Another alternative is to attend the Community Leadership Academy. For 973.4750 several years, the City has hosted this multi-day event to educate the general Community Services public about the inner workings of government. Topics include fire, police, public 973.4815 works, parks, streets, and more. In order to make it easier for residents to Emergency Management attend, this year, the City compressed the eight-night academy to just two 973.4745 Saturdays, April 27 and May 4. This event is free and you can sign up on our City website. Finance & Systems 973.4880 Thanks to all of you who are currently involved and I look forward to meeting many more of you through these community engagement opportunities. Fire Department 253.856.4300
CARL COLE • City Manager Garbage and Recycling 973.4763 Government Relations & Communications 973.4812 Human Resources Appointed SeaTac Citizens 973.4650 Inspection Line The City Council appointed the following individual to a SeaTac Citizen Advisory 973.4764 Board/Committee. We value their civic interest and willingness to be a part of the working team of our City. Job Line 973.4655 PLANNING COMMISSION • Jagtar Saroya – February 12, 2019 Maintenance Facility 973.4770 Municipal Court 973.4610 Police Department 973.4900 Police Non-emergency Impact | Puget Sound Elementary is a FREE, K-5 public school 296.3311 Public Records We have limited space left for FREE, 973.4663 high-quality education. Public Works APPLY TODAY! Our school address is 3438 S. 148th St. Tukwila, WA 98168 973.4720 Contact us today at 206-712-7640 SeaTac Community Center or vist www.impactps.org 973.4680 Like us on Facebook
2 SEATAC QUARTERLY ■ SPRING 2019 INSIDE THIS ISSUE VOLUME 2 • ISSUE 2
4 CITY NEWS n Your City Council n New Councilmember n Are you Registered to Vote? n Successful Audit n City Survey about Broadband Access n Wayfinding Signage Project n Adventures in Seattle’s Backyard n Sound Transit Quarterly Update n Zombie Properties n SeaTac Center Redevelopment n Major Planning Projects n Public Works Construction Updates n Curb Marker Program Volunteer Opportunities n SeaTac Quarterly is published by Philips Publishing Group Spring Recycling Event for the City of SeaTac n Planning a Car Wash FundRaiser? PUBLISHER • Peter Philips n 206.284.8285 • [email protected] 2019 Municipal Stormwater Conference
ADVERTISING SALES • Greg Borland 206.979.6928 • [email protected] 15 PUBLIC SAFETY n EXECUTIVE EDITOR • SeaTac Editorial Board Emergency Management 206.973.4812 n Permit Parking DESIGN & PRODUCTION • Colleen Rhay ACCOUNTING • Crystal Alaniz 16 PARKS & RECREATION n Community Kitchen Nights n Repair Event n Community Garden Registration is Open n SEATAC CITY HALL Annual Easter Egg Hunt 4800 S. 188th Street • SeaTac, WA 98188 n Earth Week CITY HALL MAIN LINE • 206.973.4800 n Theatre in the Park www.seatacwa.gov n Family Fourth of July n Music in the Park Summer Concert Series 2019 n SeaTac Kid’s Fest 4257 24th Ave. W • Seattle, WA 98199 n 206.284.8285 Link the World n www.philipspublishing.com Human Services Agencies for 2019–20 n Seattle Storm Community Practice n Valley Ridge Sports Complex COVER PICTURE n Free Tickets to Woodland Park Zoo Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden Gate n PHOTO COURTESY OF: YMCA Passes for SeaTac Residents n CITY OF SEATAC/JANNA KUSHNERYK Activity Guide
SPRING 2019 ■ SEATAC QUARTERLY 3 CITY NEWS | CITY COUNCIL
MORE SERVICES AND LESS TAXES
Since 2016 SeaTac has truly delivered “more Another change was to begin detailed voucher review. Individual service and less tax.” We are currently in our best councilmembers spend countless hours verifying vouchers, down financial condition, while also achieving higher to every receipt and invoice. The Council also changed the Biennial levels of service. Budget to include ongoing monitoring of its performance. We’ve added seven police officers and However, the story begins nearly 10 years earlier. Some of us on increased funding to support human services for the City Council saw City operational deficiencies when compared SeaTac residents. We accomplished this without to our years working at Boeing. We encouraged the City Manager the six percent utility tax and without taking the annual allowable one to implement electronic time keeping, to allow tracking staff time on percent property tax bump for the prior four years. Since we’ve also particular tasks and projects. Boeing has used time accounting for established the largest reserve fund in SeaTac’s history, it’s fair to say more than 100 years; however, many municipal governments today are this performance improvement is far greater than 10 percent. How still not tracking time in detail. is this possible? And is it sustainable? Described below are some Implementing a time keeping system was not simple, so it was finally methods, which resulted in improvements, and should continue to achieved only last year under our former City Manager, Joe Scorcio. In ensure sustainable results for many years. the past the City left money on the table with Sound Transit, because it First, I want to acknowledge the city staff in achieving this success. couldn’t bill the agency for detailed staff time. That won’t happen again. Without their support it couldn’t have happened. You’ve probably Since 2016 some staff members voluntarily took jobs elsewhere. heard the phrase “trust but verify.” Prior to 2016 a majority of the City At one point we were down twenty-two heads and remaining staff Council didn’t support adequate verification. The current City Council absorbed the work of multiple departed employees. While this was is now involved in several levels of verification. In fact, I’ve heard the traumatic in the short term, it forced prioritization of tasks and in some current SeaTac Finance Director remark that the Council’s active cases we didn’t replace all staff. These efficiencies occurred without engagement in review and verification of vouchers has reaped positive laying off anyone, as they took other jobs they preferred. financial results for the City. There’s more improvement examples in SeaTac—some accounting One of the first big changes was to re-institute the Council for millions of dollars. In summary, we have a leaner more efficient city Committee structure. Council committees were eliminated under a government today, plus we’ve learned lessons positioning us for better prior City Council, which meant less verification by councilmembers. times in the future. (It was under that model the six percent utility tax began.) Currently, it requires tremendous time by City Councilmembers in several new Sincerely, committees for verification. RICK FORSCHLER • Councilmember
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To view Council agendas and minutes, meeting times and dates, please City Council Meetings visit the City’s website at www.seatacwa.gov. Meeting dates and times may change. Please reference the city calendar online or call the City Clerk at PLACE: Council Chambers at City Hall 206.973.4661 for the latest information. DATES: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays City Council Meetings are streamed live and archived online. From the TIME: Regular Council Meetings homepage, click on the SeaTV Online button. Council meetings and other 6:00 PM programming is also available to Comcast subscribers on SeaTV Channel 21. If you have any questions regarding the Council Meetings, please contact the City Clerk at 206.973.4661.
4 SEATAC QUARTERLY ■ SPRING 2019 CITY AUDIT | CITY NEWS
NEW COUNCILMEMBER STANLEY TOMBS JR.
Welcome newly appointed City Councilmember Stanley Tombs Jr. Successful Audit The City Council chose Tombs during a Special Council Meeting to fill vacant Council Position Number 5 and complete the current unexpired term. In December, Councilmember Amina Ahmed passed away creating the vacancy. Mr. Tombs was sworn in at the January 22, 2019 Regular Council Meeting and will serve until the certification of the November 2019 General Election. Tombs was born and raised in SeaTac even before the City was incorporated. Tombs is retired from the legal industry. He HE CITY PASSED A STATE AUDIT. The audit found the City was in was the former Vice-Chair of the SeaTac compliance with the items being audited. Planning Commission and has been a The State Auditor’s Office (SAO) is responsible for auditing member since July 2017. In addition, Washington’s more than 2,000 local governments, ranging from the largest Tombs attended the previous City of counties to the smallest special-purpose districts. Audits are one way the people of SeaTac Community Leadership Academy TWashington can see how their government is working. The audit process is thorough, which teaches residents about how the City independent, and transparent. It is a chance to see what is being done right, what government operates. might be wrong, and to note where improvements can be made. The SAO completed the City of SeaTac’s 2017 Accountability and Financial audit in December 2018. An accountability audit evaluates whether a local government has adhered to applicable state laws, regulations, and its own policies and procedures. Records are Are you audited to ensure public funds are accounted for and controls are in place to protect Registered to public resources from misappropriation and misuse. For the year ending December 31, Vote? 2017, the areas examined were those representing the highest risk of fraud, loss, abuse, or noncompliance and consisted of general disbursements, small and attractive asset King County Elections tracking, third-party cash receipting, cost allocation, Municipal court cash receipting, has made it easy to register financial condition and sustainability, and open public meeting minutes. The audit to vote. You can sign up 24 hours a day online at found the City complied with all areas examined. the Washington Secretary of State’s website. To A financial statement audit provides an independent opinion on the City’s financial register online you will need a current Washington statements and the results of operations and cash flows. In other words, these audits State driver license or Washington State ID card. determine whether the financial statements present a reliable, accurate picture of the You can also enroll by mail by downloading and City’s finances. The SAO found no instances of noncompliance or other matters that printing a voter registration form and mailing it are required to be reported. u to King County Elections. Forms are available in multiple languages. Finally, you can register in- person at one of King County Elections locations: LEARN MORE • Renton: King County Elections Office • Seattle: King County Elections Annex To find the City’s audited financial statements go to In order to register to vote in Washington you http://www.seatacwa.gov/government/financial-reports. must be a United States citizen, a legal resident To find out more about the audit process or find audit results, visit the SOA of Washington State, at least 18-years-old by website https://www.sao.wa.gov/about-audits/anatomy-of-an-audit/. Election Day. There are disqualifiers found on the King County Elections website at https://www.kingcounty.gov/depts/elections.
SPRING 2019 ■ SEATAC QUARTERLY 5 CITY NEWS | BROADBAND SURVEY
City Survey about Broadband Access The City is currently seeking to understand if current broadband infrastructure and services are sufficient to support the area’s residents and business needs. To collect this data they enlisted the support of statewide broadband nonprofit NoaNet, who has been serving Washington State to support broadband infrastructure expansion for the past 20 years. Through this partnership, NoaNet has launched a city-wide community broadband survey to determine which, if any, areas are being negatively impacted by lack of quality Internet access, affordability, or choice. AIRPORT AND CITY For non-English speakers there are paper surveys available. There is tremendous language diversity in SeaTac and to reach local AMENITIES residents who are non-English speakers there are paper surveys available in Spanish and Somali at the Valley View Library, at the WAYFINDING local schools, and at City Hall. SIGNAGE PROJECT The survey will be open to the public until mid-May, when the You may have noticed new signs aggregate data will be evaluated by NoaNet in conjunction throughout the City. Some of these signs are with current infrastructure and services available to assess called wayfinding signs and are designed to if there is a need for public investment in broadband help individuals find important places like infrastructure. Until then, the City will be collecting City Hall or the airport. feedback from the public on an online survey portal at City staff worked with a consultant to http://noanet.servicezones.net/seatac. design and install eight wayfinding sign fixtures that will help the residents, travelers, and visitors find their way around town when driving to the Sea-Tac International Airport and other City amenities. This project TAX SEASON IS helps improve the traveler’s experience and clarifies navigation along two main arterial HALF GONE. gateways throughout the City: S. 188th and Your locally owned and operated S. 200th Streets. H&R Block of Burien is here to help you The Port of Seattle Business Intelligence get the best refund possible. Enplaning Passenger Survey 2014-2017 revealed more than 50 percent of the 46.9 million airport travelers use private or rental • UP-FRONT AND TRANSPARENT PRICING vehicles when traveling to the airport. Know your price before tax preparation begins! Reflected in our new up-front, Due to this fact, it is important to improve transparent pricing are lowered prices for nearly all our clients! all access points these travelers choose. Overall passenger volume at Sea-Tac Airport • EXPERTISE YEAR-ROUND reached 49.8 million people in 2018. Let us focus on providing you an exceptional experience at tax time. Then rest easy This increase in passenger traffic is all knowing you’re enjoying our 100% Accuracy and Maximum Refund Guarantees, plus year-round service is just a phone call away. the more reason to help travelers get to their desired destinations efficiently while • GIFT CARD GIVEAWAY diverting unnecessary traffic from the Complete your 2018 tax return with us, or donate four non-perishable food items, residential neighborhoods. and be entered into a weekly drawing for a $25 debit card, with a $500 Grand Prize Other highlighted amenities included in April. Call for more details. in this project are: City Hall and Municipal Court, Angle Lake Station and other light rail CALL TO SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT stations, lodging, dining, and parking. We believe the wayfinding signage project will BURIEN BOULEVARD PARK SEATAC improve visitor’s navigation of the City 160 SW 152nd St. 12003 Des Moines Mem. Dr. 16256 Military Road S. of SeaTac. Burien, WA Seattle, WA Seatac, WA 206-246-4592 206-267-1975 206-431-5137
6 SEATAC QUARTERLY ■ SPRING 2019 REGIONAL TOURISM AUTHORITY | CITY NEWS
First off, if you need to find somewhere Take Your Visiting Friends and Family other than your house for your guests to stay, there are plenty of inexpensive hotel options on an Adventure in Seattle’s Backyard in town. The hotels in Seattle Southside are typically priced 20-30 percent less than their PRING IS THE PERFECT TIME TO ENTERTAIN downtown counterparts, and there are many FAMILY AND FRIENDS in Seattle Southside. The rain dies hotels to choose from like the Cedarbrook down, the sun starts to come out, and the gorgeous plant life of Lodge, Seattle Airport Marriott, and the Pacific Northwest begins to “spring” into action. You don’t Crowne Plaza Seattle Airport, just to name have to go to downtown Seattle for springtime fun (although that a few. S If you’re looking to get outside and enjoy is an option via the Link Light Rail), there are plenty of world-class attractions and international dining options near the airport to keep the natural side of the Pacific Northwest, bring your party to the Highline SeaTac your visitors happy. Botanical Garden. Explore 5.5 developed acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, filled with the most colorful species of rose, daylily, iris, fuchsia, and more. In addition to the beautiful flowers, Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden is also home to the Seike Japanese Garden, a traditional and historic pond- and-mountain style Japanese landscape. Plus, you won’t have to worry about paying for everyone to see the gardens – admission is FREE! When was the last time you paid a visit to The Museum of Flight? Aviation buffs will be left in awe after a day exploring the history of flight from biplanes, to WWII fighters, to an original Air Force One, to the space shuttle trainer used by NASA astronauts. This spring will be an exciting time at the museum. On April 13, Destination Moon: The Apollo 11 Mission, the travelling exhibit which features artifacts from the space race, including the NASA Apollo 11 command module, Columbia, will open to the public. You won’t want to miss it. When it comes time to refuel your group, the dining options in Seattle Southside are virtually limitless. You could enjoy a rich cup of Ethiopian coffee and a veggie platter at Star Coffee, or hot and fresh Taiwanese soup dumplings at Din Tai Fung, or a savory BBQ platter from Sharp’s Roasthouse. The point is, your guests won’t go hungry here. To sum it up, if you live in the area, and you’ve got visitors coming soon, don’t fret. There are plenty of entertainment and dining options in your own backyard. We’ve merely scratched the surface of fun and excitement in Seattle Southside, but if you want a few more ideas, visit our website at www.seattlesouthside.com, and our spring break page at www.seattlesouthside.com/ u spring-break.
SPRING 2019 ■ SEATAC QUARTERLY 7 CITY NEWS | SOUND TRANSIT
SOUND TRANSIT Quarterly Update
The City and Sound Transit reached a significant project milestone in February of 2019. The City entered into two key agreements that will allow for the construction of the Federal Way Link Extension Project from the Angle Lake Station to the southern City limits and ending at the Federal Way Transit Center. The 7.8-mile extension (around 1 mile is located in SeaTac) will provide additional capacity for people coming from areas south of the City to access employment and businesses in SeaTac as well as Sea-Tac International Airport. It will also allow improved connectivity for people going to Highline Community College and destinations further south. It is estimated that it will take approximately 14 minutes to travel from the Airport Station (176th Street) to Federal Way. In August 2019, a contract will be awarded to allow for the design and construction of the rail system. Initially, the contractor will prioritize demolition of select Sound Transit-owned properties, the relocation of utilities, and clearing and grading to prepare for guideway construction. The City will be working very closely with Sound Transit and the contractor throughout the five-year construction period to ensure the terms and conditions of the two agreements are upheld. Light rail service will begin in 2024.
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8 SEATAC QUARTERLY ■ SPRING 2019 SEATAC CENTER REDEVELOPMENT | CITY NEWS
Zombie Properties
The term “zombie properties” is used to describe residential homes that are neither alive nor dead, but are caught in the limbo of an incomplete foreclosure. These properties are more than likely vacant and are a tremendous option Forward in the SeaTac community. Movement on • The property closing is scheduled to As the weather gets colder, occur by fall 2019, following the vacant homes become an attractive SeaTac Center contingency periods. option for transients to occupy. • Prior to the closing, the City and Inland As a reminder from your Code Redevelopment Group will also negotiate a Development Agreement, which will include Compliance Officers, if you own ollowing the City Council’s environmental review under the State a “zombie property,” remember December 13, 2018 approval of Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). SEPA to maintain it as this helps the a Purchase and Sales Agreement does provide for a public comment period. community avoid health and safety (PSA) with CAP Acquisitions LLC issues. Things you can do: cut the (Inland Group), final details were • Following the SEPA process, the City vegetation, remove trash or junk, completed and the final PSA document was Council will conduct a public hearing Fsigned on January 17, 2019. This began a period on the Development Agreement this and secure all windows and door of due diligence and key deadlines leading summer before final action is taken on entries. u SeaTac Police have a “No towards a closing (transfer of ownership) later the Agreement. Trespassing Authorization in 2019. Here are some of the recent highlights Form” that can be filled out by and updates: the owners of record. This form • Pre-application meeting (permitting and LEARN MORE may be obtained from the Police development agreement) with Inland Group Department at SeaTac City Hall. was held on February 5, 2019. In addition to the public notice requirements of SEPA and the It allows SeaTac Police to access • As currently presented, the redevelopment Development Agreement, there properties to turn away any project envisions 201 units of market-rate will be more information about person(s) not allowed on the vacant housing, 417 workforce housing units, plus the redevelopment project on site. Please do the City and your 37,500 sq. ft. of commercial space. the City’s website and City neighbors a favor and get a form • The 90-day feasibility contingency period Manager’s Weekly Update. filled out and turned in. For more runs until mid-April, followed by a 60-day information about the authorization financing contingency period. form, contact our police services at 206.973.4900.
SPRING 2019 ■ SEATAC QUARTERLY 9 CITY NEWS | PLANNING PROJECTS
Major Planning Projects
SHORELINE MASTER PROGRAM UPDATE About the Project: SeaTac is conducting a periodic review of its Shoreline Master Plan (SMP) as required every eight years by the Shoreline Management Act (Chapter 90.58 RCW). SeaTac’s SMP, a land use plan for local shoreline areas, applies to the lakeshore along Angle Lake and 200 feet landward of the lakeshore. This review is not a major update like the City completed in 2010. Instead, the periodic review is limited in scope to changes that occurred to state laws and rules since the 2010 update. Additionally, the update ensures that the SMP is consistent with other SeaTac plans and regulations. For More Information: The proposed amendments, public comment opportunities, and other information are available on the project website at the following link: www.seatacwa.gov/shorelineupdate. You can also contact the project manager Jennifer Kester at 206.973.4842 or COMPREHENSIVE [email protected]. PLAN AMENDMENT PROCESS UNDERWAY About the Project: SeaTac’s Comprehensive Plan presents About the Project: The City Center Plan the community’s vision for CITY CENTER PLAN was adopted in 1999, and is a growth how the City should grow UPDATE PROJECT and development plan for SeaTac’s and change. Every other year central business and neighborhood (in odd-numbered years), district. This project’s main goals are to any individual, organization, work with the community to re-examine business, or other group may the Plan and update its 20-year vision propose amendments to the and growth strategy. Comprehensive Plan. Project Status: In the last few months, Project Status: Applications City staff has been conducting outreach for proposed amendments to to business and property owners in the SeaTac’s Comprehensive Plan area to understand their vision for how are due Friday, March 29, 2019. the area should grow and develop. The The Planning Commission and City is also eager to hear from residents City Council will be reviewing and the community at large. all proposed amendments during the spring and summer Please Take Our On-line Questionnaire: months. Help us understand your vision for SeaTac’s central business and For More Information: The neighborhood district. Please go to project schedule and other the project website and fill in our on-line information is available on questionnaire. the project website at the following link: www.seatacwa. Link to questionnaire and project gov/compplan. You can also website: www.seatacwa.gov/ contact the project manager citycenterplan Kate Kaehny at 206.973.4750 To get paper copies of the questionnaire, or [email protected]. or for more information, please contact the project manager Kate Kaehny at 206.973.4750 or [email protected]. 10 SEATAC QUARTERLY ■ SPRING 2019 PUBLICWINTER WORKS NEWS || CITY CITY NEWSNEWS PUBLIC SAFETY | NEW FIRE SERVICES CONTRACT PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION UPDATES IN CONSTRUCTION: S. 166TH STREET SIDEWALK PROJECT
LOCATION: S. 166th Street (from 34th Avenue S. IN DESIGN: 34TH AVENUE to Military Road S.) S. SIDEWALK PROJECT PROJECT DETAILS: This Safe Routes to School grant-funded project includes construction of LOCATION: 34th Avenue S. (from S. 160th Street sidewalks, curbs and gutters, storm drainage facilities, enhanced crosswalks, pedestrian to S. 166th Street) lighting, and radar speed or feedback signs. PROJECT DETAILS: This project will construct Construction began in late August 2018 and sidewalks and bike lanes on both sides of the street, will be complete in spring 2019. ADA ramps, pedestrian lighting and landscaping. The project schedule was adjusted for construction to begin in summer 2020. For more information on the project, please contact Pete Kang at 206.641.1306 or [email protected].
IN CONSTRUCTION: 2018 OVERLAY PROJECT
LOCATION: Military Road S. between S. 209th IN DESIGN: DES MOINES Street and the I-5 Bridge Overpass MEMORIAL DRIVE S. AND S. PROJECT DETAILS: This project will reconstruct 200TH STREET INTERSECTION Military Road S. between S. 209th Street and IMPROVEMENTS the I-5 bridge overpass. Work included the rubblization of the existing concrete road and PROJECT DETAILS: In conjunction with the City the overlay of hot mix asphalt. In addition, there of Des Moines, intersection improvements will are stormwater improvements, the addition include traffic signal improvements, turn pockets, of pedestrian facilities, bicycle lanes, signal sidewalks, bike lanes, utility undergrounding and upgrades, and permanent signing. Final paving drainage improvements. is scheduled after May 1 to comply with WSDOT approved paving conditions. Property restoration Construction is scheduled for summer 2019. For is ongoing with project completion scheduled by more information, please contact Colum Lang at June 1. 206.973.4744 or [email protected]. IN DESIGN: MILITARY RD S. IN DESIGN: S. 200TH STREET & S. 152ND STREET PROJECT SHARED USE PATH
LOCATION: Military Road S. (between S. 150th LOCATION: S. 200th Street (between 12th Place Street and S. 152nd Street) S. and the Des Moines Creek Trailhead) PROJECT DETAILS: This project will construct PROJECT DETAILS: Construction of a new sidewalks and bikes lanes on both sides of the separated shared use path along S. 200th Street street, new lighting, landscaping, new traffic signal that will provide a pedestrian connection to at Military Rd S. & S. 152nd Street, and a new mid- street improvements soon to constructed at the block flashing pedestrian crosswalk. Construction intersection of Des Moines Memorial Drive S. is planned to start by June 1. For more and S. 200th Street, and a connection to existing information, please contact Kamal Mahmoud at pedestrian and bicycle facilities accessing 206.973.4742 or [email protected]. the Angle Lake Light Rail Station. The project schedule is set for construction to begin summer 2020. For more information, please contact Colum Lang at 206.973.4744 or [email protected].
SPRING 2019 ■ SEATAC QUARTERLY 11 CITY NEWS | ENVIRONMENT
SPRING RECYCLING EVENT
The Spring 2019 Recycling Event will be held on April 6, at Tyee High School, 4424 S. 188th Street, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. In addition to the normal list of accepted materials, the City is accepting recycle latex paint and unbroken CFL light bulbs. To recycle latex paint, customers will be asked to pay $1.25/ quart, $2.25/ gallon, $12.25/ five gallons, and bring latex (acrylic) paint only in the original containers. Contact Mason Giem at 206.973.4763 to learn more. Curb Marker Program King County residents only. Volunteer Opportunities All of the pollutants left on our roads and in our yards are washed down our local storm drains every time we have SeaTac to Host heavy rains. As the rainwater flows along the streets, it collects oil drippings from 2019 Municipal our cars, along with excess fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, and animal Stormwater droppings from our lawns. This stream of Conference pollutants continues to flow into the storm drains traveling directly to the nearest stream or lake. These non-point source pollutants can severely degrade water quality and damage wildlife habitat in our local waterways. It is a very common The City of SeaTac, in partnership misconception that stormwater is treated with the Washington Stormwater Center PLANNING A before it reaches streams and lakes. and the Department of Ecology, will be CAR WASH The City’s Public Works Department hosting the third Washington State has developed a Storm Drain Curb FUNDRAISER? Municipal Stormwater Conference on Marker program designed to increase By checking out a free fish- public awareness that all City storm April 24 and 25, 2019. The two-day friendly car wash kit from the drains flow into our wetlands, streams, event will be held at the Hilton Seattle City, fundraising groups can lakes, and/or the Puget Sound with little Airport & Conference Center in SeaTac help keep harmful soaps and to no treatment. Through this program, and provide training and educational toxic metals from running into youth groups and other special interest presentations for stormwater the Puget Sound. Or consider a groups volunteer to glue colorful four- professionals from around the state. professional car wash organization inch plastic markers to curbs, sidewalks, The conference will provide training on: or roads adjacent to catch basins in • Education and outreach (e.g. Puget Sound Car Wash residential neighborhoods. Installing • Operation and maintenance Association or Brown Bear Car these curb markers reminds people that • The Eastern Washington Wash) charity ticket program storm drains are for rainwater only. Stormwater Manual for your fund raising event. Curb markers are easy to install and • Green stormwater infrastructure Contact Water Quality Technician are available to volunteer groups from • Development Review and Tom George at 206.973.4753 May 1–October 31. You can help protect inspections ([email protected]) for more our natural waterways by volunteering • Source control inspections information or to reserve a FREE for this great community stewardship Watershed planning car wash kit. For more information program. For more information, contact • Ongoing stormwater research regarding the problems facing the Stormwater Water Quality Inspector Tom Puget Sound, along with workable George at 206.973.4753 or by email at Over 400 participants are expected to solutions that we can adopt into [email protected]. attend. Funding for this conference was our everyday actions to reduce our provided by the Department of Ecology’s pollution of the waters, visit Stormwater Grant Program. www.pugetsoundstartshere.org.
12 SEATAC QUARTERLY ■ SPRING 2019 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY
SeaTac’s Emergency Management he Puget Sound Region matter expert in disaster preparedness and has been fortunate and has emergency management,” says Lugo. “This rarely had to deal with the includes outreach to residential organizations, types of disasters that other religious organizations, and businesses to parts of the country experience. But we assist in building a more resilient community.” knowT that earthquakes, floods, and other Will Lugo has brought a wealth of area-wide emergencies are always experience and education to the position. a possibility. He is a graduate of the American Military In November 2017, through an inter- University where he was conferred a bachelor’s local agreement with the Puget Sound degree in Homeland Security; he also spent 24 RFA, the City of SeaTac hired Wilfredo years in the US Army where he specialized in Lugo as Emergency Management critical event response and mitigation. Office of Emergency Management as it Program Manager to help the City “This position also helps the City with provides support regionally during plan for, respond to, and recover from a emergency preparedness planning and a disaster.” disaster, or other large-scale event. training while serving as the Emergency Lugo works 28 hours per week for “The position of Emergency Manage- Coordination Center (ECC) Manager in the the City and is based at Fire Station 46. ment Program Manager is vital because event the ECC is activated,” says Lugo. ”The Look for him around SeaTac as he helps u it provides the residents with a subject ECC will also work with the King County the City better prepare for a disaster.
Permit Parking
Residents of the McMicken Heights Neighborhood are now part of a Permit Parking Support Zone. Residents or business owners who want to park for longer than three hours in the LOOKING parking zone are required to register their vehicles. Please visit http://www.seatacwa. TO ADVERTISE? gov/government/city-departments/police/ Contact Greg Borland to permit-parking-program to learn more or discuss how to maximize contact program manager Sergeant Steven your exposure to residents Smithmeyer at 206.973.4923. of SeaTac.
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SPRING 2019 ■ SEATAC QUARTERLY 13 PARKS & RECREATION | EVENTS
Events COMMUNITY KITCHEN NIGHTS FRIDAY, APRIL 26 & WEDNESDAY, JULY 24 DOORS OPEN AT 6:00 PM • SEATAC COMMUNITY CENTER (April 26) • HIGHLINE SEATAC BOTANICAL GARDEN (July 24) Community Kitchen Nights are a partnership program with the Food Innovation Network (FIN) and an opportunity to come and enjoy an amazing meal composed of dishes from around the world. During this popular event, our chefs will share the history of the dish and culture that they represent. Join us for an amazing cultural event where we learn about our neighbors and eat some incredible food. The event on April 26 will be combined with the FIN resource fair. This is a free event, but pre-registration is required at the SeaTac COMMUNITY GARDEN Community Center. Please call 206.973.4680 to register. REGISTRATION IS OPEN Are you interested in helping prepare the dishes? There are limited kitchen assistant spaces available for everyone 15 years and older. Contact the There are still a few garden plots available in our very popular SeaTac SeaTac Community Center to register. Community Garden. We anticipate the plots selling out this year. Single plots are available for $40 each. For more information, and to check availability, please call the SeaTac Community Center at 206.973.4680.
Annual Easter Egg Hunt
The Easter Bunny will be at Angle Lake Park on April 20 to kick off the Easter holiday weekend. The egg hunt will begin at 9 AM sharp. Children up to the age of ten are welcome to participate in this long-standing tradition. In addition, some lucky eggs contain a ticket to win a special Easter basket. This event is run in REPAIR EVENT partnership with Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority SPONSORED BY KING COUNTY ECOCONSUMER PROGRAM and Puget Sound RFA Local 1747. TUESDAY, APRIL 2 • 3:00 PM–6:00 PM
SEATAC COMMUNITY CENTER • 13735 24th Ave. S. SeaTac Repair Time Fix-It Event with King County EcoConsumer Guy Tom Watson Bring in your small household items and clothing and their “expert fixers” will try to repair and mend them for free! This King County Repair Time program will have people experienced in fixing various things in an effort to keep stuff out of the landfill, conserve resources, and save you money. Please only bring items small enough to be easily carried in by one person. No items that are leaking, dangerous, contain gasoline, or have a strong odor. Clothing/textiles brought in for mending should be washed first. Sign up in advance, if possible, so their fixers can be prepared. For specialized repairs, please bring any specific parts or materials needed for your repair. You must be present during the repair. To sign up to attend, or if you have questions, please contact Tom Watson at 206.477.4481 or email at [email protected], or just click on the Repair groups photo at www.KCecoconsumer.com .
14 SEATAC QUARTERLY ■■ SPRING 2019 Earth Week n ARBOR DAY TREE PLANTING Saturday, April 20, 10 AM–Noon Riverton Heights Park, 3011 S. 148th Street Join us for a tree planting event to celebrate Arbor Day. For additional information, please contact Parks Projects & Operations Manager Mike Fitzpatrick at FAMILY FOURTH OF JULY 206.973.4671. THURSDAY, JULY 4 • ANGLE LAKE PARK
n CHILDREN’S BOUNCERS Bouncer Hours: Noon�8 PM Cost: Wristband–$5 per child n LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Hours:1–10 PM Entertainment Lineup • Amber Sweeney Trio • Blues Redemption • Larry Mitchell Trio • Late September Dogs City leaders and staff celebrating 2018 Arbor Day by planting trees at Angle • Paul Sawtelle • Fireworks with Lake Park. • Mr. Von National Anthem • Strangely Alright sung by Amber Sweeney • Tobias The Owl THEATRE IN THE PARK . n FIREWORKS SHOW • 10 PM n ROMEO AND JULIET
FRIDAY, JULY 19, 7:00 PM ANGLE LAKE PARK From first shy glance, to a stolen moment away from disapproving eyes, to whirlwind romance that races to a dire conclusion, two love- struck teenagers risk everything to be together. Caught between their feuding families, Romeo and Juliet struggle to overcome generations of hatred and build a world where their Please visit the Family Fourth of July webpage at love can thrive. Twists and tragedy hinder their desire to be together until they www.seatacwa.gov/July4th for additional decide to take a chance on a daring scheme that hurtles them to their final fate. information including parking options. n TWELFTH NIGHT SPONSORS: We’d like to thank Alaska Airlines, MasterPark WEDNESDAY, JULY 24, 7:00 PM and Recology CleanScapes for their generous financial contributions and for their community spirit! RIVERTON HEIGHTS PARK After a shipwreck separates Viola from her twin brother, so begins a whirlwind of mistaken identities and unrequited love on the coast of Illyria. Ever resourceful, Viola disguises herself, sets out to conquer this strange land, and starts serving as a go-between for two lovesick households. When she falls in love with her employer, Viola gets caught up in a romantic knot that she must untangle. Just when things stretch to the brink of bedlam, her twin appears and the puzzle pieces come together.
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MUSIC IN THE PARK SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 2019 Human Services Agencies for 2019–20 ANGLE LAKE PARK RIVERTON HEIGHTS PARK 19408 INTERNATIONAL BLVD. 3011 S. 148TH STREET The City of SeaTac contracts with service SEATAC • 6:30–8 PM SEATAC • 6:30–8 PM providers to meet the human services needs of its residents. Services provided n n WEDNESDAY, JULY 10 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7 by the agencies include food bank, COPASTETIC CHAMPAGNE HONEYBEE crisis counseling, medical and dental, A high energy charismatic band. Playing Singer/songwriter, Rani Weatherby, her shelter, domestic violence advocacy, and ol’school funk/RB, dance party hits with trusty ukuleles, and talented backing band. more. A complete list of agencies and some classics they definitely get the Their sound is a mix of contemporary jazz, the services they provide can be found party started. blues, folk, and ukulele soul. online at www.seatacwa.gov/ HumanServicesAgencies. If you need n n WEDNESDAY, JULY 17 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14 assistance, please contact Kim Cooper, BIRCH PEREIRA & PLATINUM SOUL Human Services Coordinator, at THE GIN JOINTS A musical ride full of funky hits, cool 206.973.4815. Birch Pereira’s old soul tenor voice and grooves, and good times, generating his skilled bass playing, the Gin Joints excitement and enthusiasm that will have offer captivating arrangements of well- you on their feet dancing. crafted originals and well-chosen covers. The band features skilled and versatile musicians who share the same love of the American song traditions and the desire to offer fresh interpretations. n WEDNESDAY, JULY 24 BLACK STAX
Black Stax “stacking all forms of black NEW SPECIAL EVENT music”, has a unique urban sound that successfully blends and bends myriad genres to defy classification. Their Birch Pereira & the Gin Joints thoughtfully and theatrically produced performances showcase songs that Concerts are sponsored by the Link the carry messages of social justice and City of SeaTac and supported community uplift. by 4Culture. AWORLD Music & Arts Festival Come and join us at the Angle Lake Light Rail Station on Saturday, June 29 from 12:00- 6:00 PM for our first annual SEATAC KID’S FEST ‘Link the World’ music and arts FRIDAY, AUGUST 2 festival. This event will feature 5 PM UNTIL AFTER THE MOVIE an assortment of art from local Movie begins at dusk (approximately 8:30 PM) artists, a variety of musical RIVERTON HEIGHTS PARK entertainers, and local dance FREE ADMISSION! groups. In addition, amazing food will be available to purchase Come and join us for our annual SeaTac Kid’s from local entrepreneurs through Fest at Riverton Heights Park. We will have live the Food Innovation Network. entertainment, bouncy houses, face painting, craft tables and more. When the sun goes down, Check out the event webpage at we will watch the animated hit movie www.seatacwa.gov/LinkTheWorld Lego Movie 2 on the big inflatable screen. for more information.
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Seattle Storm Community Practice The WNBA World Champions Seattle Storm are returning to the City of SeaTac to conduct their community practice. Come see Sue Bird, Brianna Stewart, and the other players up close and personal. Watch for details in the Summer SeaTac Quarterly.
New play equipment at Angle Lake Park has a nature theme and is geared toward preschool and school aged children.
Valley Ridge Sports Complex
Newly renovated Valley Ridge Sports Complex
YMCA Passes for Free Tickets to Woodland Park Zoo SeaTac Residents The Parks, Community Programs and SeaTac residents may swim at the Services Department has partnered YMCA by purchasing a punch card for with the City of Seattle Woodland Park Community $5. Punch cards can be purchased Access Program, at the SeaTac Community Center where they provide free by showing proof of residency (valid admission tickets to low driver’s license and a recent utility income communities to bill.) Each punch card has ten punches visit Woodland Park Zoo. for individual visits to the Matt Griffin Complimentary tickets are now YMCA. Limit of six punch cards per available at the SeaTac Community household per year. For more infor- Center, while supplies last. The limit is four mation, call the SeaTac Community tickets per household. For more information, Center at 206.973.4680. please contact the SeaTac Community Center at 206.973.4680. SPRING 2019 ■ SEATAC QUARTERLY 17 PARKS & RECREATION | PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS
Preschool Programs Youth Programs
ABC… 123 PRESCHOOL SEATAC’S BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM Registration is open for Fall 2019. Sign up now to ensure your spot. Our before and after school program is packed full of organized In ABC…123 preschool, we want to help your child in their and exciting options that will provide your child a fun and safe development through exploration of play, socialization and place to be throughout the school year. We don’t just watch your education. Our preschool is a great place to introduce your child to children, we engage them in recreational and educational activities a classroom setting and get them ready for school. They will make that will make you feel confident that your child is safe and having friends, learn how to function within a classroom, and learn some a great time. Serving Bow Lake, Madrona, McMicken, Hilltop* and things they will need to know entering kindergarten. Parkside Elementary. All classes are first come, first serve, until they are filled. Registration Location: Bow Lake Elementary, SeaTac Activity Room fee for new preschool registrants is $50, and $25 for returning DATES DAYS TIME GRADES FEE preschool students. Registration fees cover the entire school year. Ongoing M–F1 6 AM–6 PM2 K–6 $5.25/hr3 All registration fees are non-transferable and non-refundable. For more information please visit www.seatacpreschool.com. 1You choose the days. 2You choose the hours. (Closed during school hours.) 3 & 4 YEAR OLD CLASSES 3You pay only for the hours they attend with a one hour minimum per day. * Hilltop has limited transportation available. Teacher: Jessica Ramirez Location: SeaTac Community Center NO SCHOOL DAYS LOCATION DAYS TIME TUITION Schools out, but we are ‘in’. Send your child to us for a great day SCC T/Th 9:30 AM–Noon $1,050/yr or $105/mo of games and play. We want your child to have some fun so sign SCC M/W 9:30 AM–Noon $1,050/yr or $105/mo up early. Campers need to bring a sack lunch. Minimum of ten SCC T/Th 1–3:30 PM $1,050/yr or $105/mo campers needed. Location: Bow Lake Elementary School, SeaTac Activity Room 4 & 5 YEAR OLD CLASSES DATES DAY TIME GRADES FEE Teacher: Nina Zacharias May 28 T 6 AM–6 PM K–6 $40 Location: Valley Ridge Community Center or June 26–28 W–F 6AM–6 PM K–5 $85* SeaTac Community Center Daily W,Th,F 6 AM–6 PM K–5 $40/day LOCATION DAYS TIME TUITION *This is our early bird rate. Price increases to $95 after June 10. VRCC M/T/W/Th 9 AM–Noon $2,450/yr or $245/mo SCC M/W 1–4 PM $1,250/yr or $125/mo HOME SCHOOL GYM PROGRAM
We play an assortment of fun and interactive gym games meant to teach basic group skills and to burn off as much energy as humanly possible. Location: SeaTac Community Center, Gymnasium DATES DAY TIME GRADES FEE Thru May T 1:30–2:30 PM Grades 1–9 $5/child $40/10 visit pass
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SUMMER CAMP THE GREAT SUMMER CAMP 2019 For kids entering K-5th Grade Registration opens on April 2 We are “The Great Summer Camp” and we have earned that title. Our camps are packed full of great activities, trips and memories. This includes wild and crazy assemblies, favorite games, daily crafts, cooking, weekly field trips, and weekly swimming at the YMCA. In our camp, kids are found, in great numbers, laughing, playing, and building memories that will last a lifetime. It may be early, but it’s time to start thinking about the kind of summer you want your child to have. Will it be good, or will it be great? All weeks of camp are first come, first serve, until they are filled. $30 registration fee for new registrants and $20 for returning students. Registration fees covers June–June. All registration fees are non- transferable and non-refundable. GRADES DAY DATE TIME FEE K-5 M-F Weekly 6 AM–6 PM $140* *$10 non-transferrable/non-refundable holding fee saves your child’s spot per week. Full payment due one week prior to week attending. $140 is the early bird rate through June 10. After this date, the price SPRING BREAK CAMP of camp will be $150 per week.
The flowers are blooming and we can hear the rumblings of D AT E S FIELD TRIP/EVENT The Great Summer Camp right around the corner. We have one amazing stop before we get there. Spring Break Camp is always July 1–5* Seattle Storm Kids Day one of our busiest weeks. Lots of kids and lots of fun! Bring a sack July 8–12 Woodland Park Zoo lunch daily. July 15–19 Northwest Trek July 22–26 Pacific Science Center Location: Bow Lake Elementary School, SeaTac Activity Room July 29–Aug. 2 Remlinger Farm DATES DAY TIME GRADES FEE Aug. 5–9 Roller Skating at Pattison’s West/Celebration Park Apr. 8–12 M–F 6 AM–6 PM K–5 $140* Aug. 12–16 Field Day Aug. 19–23 MoPop Daily M,T,W,Th or F 6 AM–6 PM K–5 $40/day Aug. 26–30 Bowling & the Beach/ Annual BBQ & Talent Show *This is our early bird rate. Price increases by $10 after April 1. *No camp on July 4. Trip dates and activities are subject to change. For more information please visit www.TheGreatSummerCamp.com.
SAVE THE DATE n $30 Registration Fee Neighborhood Fun in the Sun Participation in our youth program requires an annual $30 registration fee. This fee goes from June to June. The fee includes August 14, 12–3 PM receiving a program t-shirt that is required to be worn when McMicken Heights Park we go off site on field trips. Returning youth students who do Free Community event for all ages. not need a new t-shirt can opt to pay a $20 registration fee. If needed, replacement shirts are $15. All registration fees are non- Magician • Bouncers transferable and non-refundable. Face painter n Recreation Scholarship Program This program is to provide financial assistance to youth and teen Lunch is available at 11:30 AM citizens for recreational services. Please call Parks, Community for kids up to 18 years of age Programs & Services at 206.973.4680 for more information or pick provided by Des Moines Area Food Bank. up an application at the SeaTac Community Center.
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YOUTH CLASSES Teen Programs
TEEN CENTER
Our Teen Center has something for everyone. Meet with friends, play some Playstation 4, Kinect, ping pong, or board games. You can also work on homework, or just hang out. We have special activities such as crafts, cooking projects, and competitions. Transportation is available on a limited basis. Call the SeaTac Community Center at 206.973.4680 for details. Location: Valley Ridge Community Center/Teen Center DATES DAYS TIME GRADES FEE Open thru June 12 M–Th Afterschool–5 PM 7–12 Free Open thru June 12 F Afterschool–3 PM 7–12 Free CELEBRATE THE FOURTH OF JULY TnT (TWEEN & TEEN) WITH LEGO® SPRING BREAK CAMP 2019 Join us to celebrate the Fourth of July this Our TnT is exploding with fun, active trips and activities to make this year with tens of thousands of LEGO® pieces. a Spring Break to remember. TnT camp goes off site most days. Fireworks, flags, and all kinds of fun awaits in this Some days we will do bigger trips, like Flying Circus, or we might one-day workshop. Design and create your own stay at Valley Ridge for cooking and crafts. unique fireworks display out of LEGO® materials, and learn about the engineering concepts needed to make it happen, all with the Location: Valley Ridge Community Center, Teen Room guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor. DATES DAYS TIME GRADES FEES Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: SeaTac Community Center Apr. 9–13 M–F 7:30 AM–6 PM 6–8 $115* DATES DAY TIME AGES FEE Daily M–F 7:30 AM–6 PM 6–8 $35/day *This is our early bird rate. Rate will increase by $10 after April 1. July 2 T 4–6 PM 5–12 $28
DROP IN CHESS NIGHT
Thursdays, 6–9 PM • SeaTac Community Center Open to all ages! This is a free drop in opportunity for players of all levels to come and play some games. There will be one oversized chessboard open to play on and some boards that can be checked out. Bring your board and get your game on. Checkmate!
YOUTH SOCCER NPSA-SEATAC
SeaTac United is partnering with the NPSA Foundation to offer a soccer program. NPSA-SeaTac is geared for youth to develop their soccer skills and understanding of the game through professionally-coached training and in house game play. The program not only develops youth on the soccer field but also educates them on important life skills that they can use in everyday life i.e. discipline, respect, communication, work ethic, etc. Everyone plays! Scholarships for residents and non-residents available. The link for SeaTac non-resident scholarships is on the SeaTac United webpage at www.seatacunited.org. SeaTac resident scholarships are available by calling 206.973.4680 or at the SeaTac Community Center. For the most current information about soccer programs, please go to www.seatacunited.org.
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TEEN CENTER PARTNERS
n King County Library Systems Rachel, the Teen Services Librarian holds a book circle twice a month and by participating, the teens can have a snack and a book to add to their personal library. The librarian also connects the student to special events and resources available at Valley View Library. n SeaTac United Provides Castle Orange, this includes chess instruction, equipment, tournaments and a chance to compete at the state chess tournament. Castle orange follows the Chess4life curriculum. They teach students how to improve in chess and important life skills. The SeaTac teens periodically play matches against other high school chess teams. EXTENDED CARE FOR TnT n YMCA SPRING BREAK CAMP (BEFORE CAMP) Provides afterschool tutoring at Tyee High School. They also assist in serving hot meals to the We have an extended care option for participants of our TnT participants of the afterschool programs. Spring Break Camp. This will be held at Bow Lake Elementary, in conjunction with our Youth Spring Break Camp. Campers must n Des Moines Area Food Bank sign up for the entire week and must follow youth camp policies Bridget educates the community about nutrition and while on site (sorry no phones or electronics). gardening. She brings the On the Grow Garden Truck to the Teen Center for students to fertilize, plant, and Location: Bow Lake Elementary, SeaTac Activity Room harvest from the garden. She also leads fun cooking DATES DAYS TIME GRADES FEES projects the students can eat, and craft projects they Apr. 9–13 M–F 6 AM–7:30 AM 6–8 $25 can take home. TnT (TWEEN & TEEN) NO SCHOOL DAYS
School’s, out, but we are ‘in’. Send your camper to us for great days of games and fun. We might stay at Valley Ridge for crafts or cooking n Recreation Scholarships Program or go off site to explore the Puget Sound area. We want your child to This program is to provide financial assistance to teen residents of have some fun so sign up early. Campers need to bring a sack lunch. SeaTac for recreational classes and camp activities. Please call us Minimum of ten campers needed. Extended care is available. at 206.973.4680 for more information. Location: Valley Ridge Community Center, Teen Room n Teen Volunteer Hours DATES DAY TIME GRADES FEE Do you need volunteer hours for school or want to build your June 26–28 W–F 7:30 AM–6 PM 6–8 $70* resume? Come help out at our Young Adult Socials. If you enjoy Daily W,Th,F 7:30 AM–6 PM 6–8 $35/day working with kids, volunteer as a referee for youth soccer or *This is our early bird rate. Price increases to $80 after June 10. volunteer as a chess coach. Don’t worry if you have no experience, we will provide training. Contact us at 206.973.4680 for YOUNG ADULT SOCIALS information. The City of SeaTac, in collaboration with the local cities of n How Old Are You? Tukwila and Burien offers monthly socials for teens eligible for the Teen Programs are for students in grades 7–12. Student Specialized Recreation program. The cost is $7 per event. Food or ID is required for most activities. Call the Teen Program at snacks provided. 206.973.4680 for more information. DATES LOCATION THEME TIME n Other Classes Available to Teens Apr. 5 Burien Moshier Art Center Art 5–7 PM May 3 Hi-Line Lanes Bowling 5–6:30 PM Check specific class info for age requirements. June 7 Tukwila Picnic & Potluck 5–7 PM Total Body Fitness, Belly Dancing, Zumba, Yoga, Karate, Archery, Fencing, Rapier Sword, Cooking, Piano Lessons
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TnT (TWEEN & TEEN) SUMMER CAMP 2019 SUMMER FIELD TRIPS FOR 6TH–8TH GRADERS Only $115 per week if you register by June 10. Registration Open June 3 Same trips as other camps, just for a whole lot less! (Those registered in TnT Camp do not need to sign up for Our TnT is going to be exploding with fun, active trips, and activities these trips) to make this a summer to remember. TnT camp goes off site most DATE DAY ACTIVITY TIME FEE days. Some days we will do bigger trips, like Laser Tag, Wildwaves, July 2 T WhirlyBall* 7:30 AM–6 PM $35 or a baseball game. Some days, we may go hiking or to a local park July 11 Th Family Fun Center 7:30 AM–6 PM $35 for games or swimming or we might stay at Valley Ridge for cooking July 18 Th Laser Quest 7:30 AM–6 PM $35 and crafts. Each day explodes with new activities and adventures. July 23 T Highline Bears Game 7:30 AM–6 PM $35 Location: Valley Ridge Community Center, Teen Room July 31 W Dave & Busters 7:30 AM–6 PM $35 Aug. 8 Th Flying Circus 7:30 AM–6 PM $35 ENTERING GRADES DAYS TIME FEE Aug. 15 Th Wildwaves 7:30 AM–6 PM $35 6-8 M–F 7:30 AM–6 PM $115* Aug. 22 Th The Tag Zone 7:30 AM–6 PM $35 *This is the early bird rate through June 10. After this date camp is Aug. 27 Tu Snohomish Aquatic 7:30 AM–6 PM $35 $125/week. A $10 non-transferrable/non-refundable holding fee saves your child’s spot for the week. Full payment is due one week Note: All trips run in conjunction with our Summer TnT Camp program. prior to the week attending. Participants will go with TnT Camp to the field trip and take part in TnT Camp during non-trip hours. Number of spaces will be limited depending on camp enrollment. TnT SUMMER CAMP AT A GLANCE * WHAT IS WHIRLYBALL? Call the SeaTac Community Center for a daily list of trips Agility, speed, strength, none of these qualities will be of any use throughout the summer. in the highly-competitive world of WhirlyBall. Although it combines DATE FEATURED FIELD TRIPS lacrosse, hockey, and basketball with bumper cars, WhirlyBall has caused great athletes of every stripe to laugh and holler their way July 1–5* WhirlyBall July 8–12 Family Fun Center to a crushing defeat. If you choose to accept the challenge, you will July 15–19 LaserQuest use hand-held scoops to propel whiffle balls at your scoring target. July 22–26 Highline Bears Game In a team of five, you will have a bang-up time trying to outscore July 29–Aug. 2 Dave & Busters the competition. Aug. 5–9 Flying Circus Aug. 12–16 Wildwaves EXTENDED CARE FOR TnT SUMMER CAMP Aug. 19–23 The Tag Zone (BEFORE CAMP) Aug. 26–30 Snohomish Aquatic Center We have an extended care option for participants of our TnT Trip dates and activities are subject to change. Final schedule Summer Camp. This will be held at Bow Lake Elementary, in will be available when registration opens on April 1. conjunction with our Youth Summer Camp. Teens must sign up for $10/per week holding fee holds your spot. This fee is the entire week and must follow youth camp policies while on site applied towards the weekly rate and is non-transferrable (sorry no phones or electronics). and non-refundable. GRADES DAYS TIME FEE *No camp Thursday, July 4. 6-8 M–F 6–7:30 AM $25
Y.E.T.I. SEA KAYAKING
Join Y.E.T.I. and the City of SeaTac this summer to learn how to Sea Kayak! The program has three parts and will take place in the months of July and August. Part 1 is a Skills Weekend Workshop where participants will learn how to safely operate a sea kayak. Skills include: boat set-up and care, paddling techniques, bracing, edging, wet exit, assisted rescue, and more. Part 2 is all about putting these skills to the test on a day trip. Lastly, we will go on a four-day expedition in the Puget Sound. Participants will circumnavigate Vashon Island while staying at remote campsites only accessible by boat. This camping experience will be unlike anything you’ve had before. Registration is open to students ages 14–18. Cost for the full program is $280. Scholarship available. Dates are subject to change. Part 1 July 20 & 21/Skills Weekend Workshop Part 2 Aug. 21/Day Trip Part 3 Aug. 30–Sept. 2/Circumnavigate Vashon Island
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Adult Programs HATHA YOGA The consistent practice of Hatha Yoga’s various disciplines will add clarity, vitality, and focus to your life. The postures (asanas) and deep breathing (pranayams) in yoga help to combat stress, strain ADULT FITNESS and fatigue. Students are encouraged to bring their own mats and a small blanket. TOTAL BODY FITNESS Instructor: Sandra Gomez Location: SeaTac Community Center Join the fun of working all your major muscle groups for toning and strengthening, plus get in your cardio workout all in one hour. DATES DAY TIME AGES FEE Set for every age and fitness level, you’ll experience invigorating May 1–July 31 W 8:30–10 AM 16+ Punch Pass music with easy to follow choreography. The class uses a variety of Punch Pass Options: equipment and athletic moves to help improve your overall fitness 5 visits~$35 (Good for 3 months from date of purchase) and requires minimal coordination or experience. 10 visits~$70 (Good for 6 months from date of purchase) Instructor: Teresa Kuzmer 20 visits~$140 (Good for 6 months from date of purchase) Location: SeaTac Community Center, Gym Single class drop-in fee~$8 DATES (CLASSES) DAYS TIME AGES FEE BEGINNING BELLY DANCE May 7–Aug. 1 (25)* T/Th 5:30–6:30 PM 16+ $75 May 7–30 (8) T/Th 5:30–6:30 PM 16+ $36 Learn the art of belly dancing, including its history and culture. June 4–27 (8) T/Th 5:30–6:30 PM 16+ $36 Beginners will concentrate on learning and combining basic moves July 2–Aug. 2 (9)* T/Th 5:30–6:30 PM 16+ $40.50 and zill patterns. Learn to increase balance, flexibility, and gain self- *No class July 4 due to holiday closure. confidence. Bring your yoga mat. Instructor: Marjhama (Petey Dunlap) ZUMBA Location: SeaTac Community Center, Room 106 Ditch the workout… join the party! DATES (CLASSES) DAY TIME AGES FEE The Zumba program fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to- May 7–July 30 (13) T 5–6:30 PM 15+ $52 follow moves to create a one-of-a kind fitness program that will May 7–28 (4) T 5–6:30 PM 15+ $20 blow you away. June 4–25 (4) T 5–6:30 PM 15+ $20 July 2–30 (5) T 5–6:30 PM 15+ $25 Instructor: Lynne Deines Location: SeaTac Community Center, Gym INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCE BELLY DANCE DATES (CLASSES) DAYS TIME A G E S F E E May 6–July 31 (25)* M/W 5:45–6:45 PM 16+ $63 The class is perfect for students adding layering, shimmies, and May 6–29 (7)* M/W 5:45–6:45 PM 16+ $31.50 more complex step combinations and developing choreography June 3–26 (8) M/W 5:45–6:45 PM 16+ $36 for group and solo routines. Students wishing additional July 1–31 (10) M/W 5:45–6:45 PM 16+ $45 challenges and fun can join the Oasis Student Troupe Community *No class May 27 due to holiday closure. Performances. Learn to increase core control, balance, and flexibility and just have fun. Bring your yoga mat. TOTAL BODY FITNESS/ Instructor: Marjhama (Petey Dunlap) ZUMBA COMBINATION REGISTRATION Location: SeaTac Community Center, Room 106 DATES (CLASSES) DAY TIME AGES FEE This registration allows you to participate in both Zumba on May 7–July 30 (13) T 6:30–8 PM 15+ $44 Mondays and Wednesdays and Total Body Fitness on Tuesdays May 7–28 (4) T 6:30–8 PM 15+ $20 and Thursdays. June 4–25 (4) T 6:30–8 PM 15+ $20 DATES (CLASSES) DAYS TIME AGES FEE July 2–30 (5) T 6:30–8 PM 15+ $25 May 6–Aug. 1 (50)* M–Th 5:30–6:45 PM 16+ $130 *No class May 27 and July 4 due to holiday closures.
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ARCHERY FOR EVERYONE ADULT RECREATION This is an open range with a dedicated instructor. All levels of archers welcome. Bow’s, arrows and safety equipment for PRIVATE PIANO LESSONS beginners will be provided. The emphasis will be on good form and safety in a relaxed environment. Instructor held punch card Individual 30-minute lessons catered to each student’s level. available for the fee of $70 for 10 classes. Lessons will emphasize musical theory, physical technique and different styles (classically based, but also including jazz and Instructor: Chris Konker ethnic music). All ages and skill levels welcome. Instruction times Location: SeaTac Community Center, Gymnasium are to be arranged with the instructor, generally Wednesday or DATES (CLASSES) DAY TIME AGES FEE Thursday afternoons. May 2–Aug 1 (13) Th 7–9:15 PM 15+ $65 Instructor: Kevin Johnson May 2–30 (5) Th 7–9:15 PM 15+ $32.50 Location: SeaTac Community Center June 6–27 (4) Th 7–9:15 PM 15+ $26 July 11–Aug 1 (4) Th 7–9:15 PM 15+ $26 DATES (CLASSES) DAY TIME AGES FEE May–July (12) W or Th TBD 6+ $240 DROP IN ARCHERY
The range is open on an as available basis, dependent on the DROP IN CHESS NIGHT number enrolled in the class. Compound bows are allowed using Thursdays, 6–9 PM • SeaTac Community Center standard target points only. $8 drop-in fee per archer. Open to all ages! RAPIER SWORD COMBAT This is a free drop in opportunity for players of all levels to come and play some games. There will be one oversized chessboard Learn the centuries-old art of rapier combat. Over the course of the open to play on and some boards that can be checked out. Bring instruction you will develop the skills and discipline necessary to your board and get your game on. Checkmate! compete in the forms of single sword, sword and dagger, and more. Drop-in fee is $6. BOULDERING Instructor: Jason Prendergast This free two hour session instructed by local climber Jeff Smoot Location: SeaTac Community Center, Room 105 will provide an introduction to Bouldering (a sub-sport of rock DATES (CLASSES) DAY TIME AGE FEE climbing). Topics covered will include bouldering techniques May 1–July 31 (14) W 7–9 PM 12+ $50 and safety.
NW PICKLEBALL TRAINING Instructor: Jeff Smoot Location: SeaTac Community Center, Boulder in Training is in group and individual sessions. Check our online Neighborhood Park catalog at https://secure.rec1.com/WA/city-of-seatac/catalog DATES (CLASSES) DAY TIME AGES FEE for more information and dates of upcoming classes. Interested June 4 (1) Th 7–9 PM 8+ None in private lessons, contact instructor Tom Grubb at [email protected] to arrange a time. Tom is a IPTPA Certified WRITING COURSE Trainer who has specialized training for beginners, advanced beginners and 4.0–4.5 rated players. A monthly free writing course focused on the short story. Classes will emphasize structure, characters, pacing, dialogue, and voice. YMCA PASSES FOR SEATAC RESIDENTS Open to aspiring and experienced writers ages teen to adult. Drop in to learn, share, but most of all write. SeaTac residents may swim at the YMCA by purchasing a punch card for $5. Punch cards can be purchased at the SeaTac Instructor: Jeff Smoot Community Center by showing proof of residency (valid driver’s Location: SeaTac Community Center license and a recent utility bill.) Each punch card has ten punches DATES (CLASSES) DAY TIME AGES FEE for individual visits to Matt Griffin YMCA. Limit of six punch Apr. 18, May 16, June 13 (3) Th 7–9 PM 8+ None cards per household per year. For more information call SeaTac Community Center at 206.973.4680.
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Senior Programs INGREDIENTS FOR LONGEVITY Learn to age gracefully and continue to live a healthy and active lifestyle. We will talk about the changes in nutritional needs we experience as our bodies age as well as nutritional n Handy Reference Guide recommendations to decrease risks of developing chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease. Learn tips for SeaTac Senior Program cooking simple and delicious meals that are healthy, balanced, 13735 24th Avenue South, SeaTac, Washington 98168 and budget-conscious. n Phone Numbers Presented by: Christy Goff, RD, CD, Living Well Alliance, Pacific 206.973.4690—Senior Desk Medical Centers Senior desk is staffed by volunteers. Please call this number for DATE DAY TIME AGE FEE general information about the Senior Program, such as the lunch Apr. 17 W 12:30 PM 55+ None menu, foot care appointments, or a ride to lunch. This number is also the number to call to speak with Senior Program staff. WEATHER-PROOF WALKING 206.973.4680—SeaTac Community Center Please call this number to register for a trip or class, or to inquire The gym is currently open for walking on Mondays, Wednesdays about your status on a trip. and Fridays from 8:45–9:45 AM.
n Hours of Operation WEIGHT ROOM The doors of the Senior Program open at 8:30 AM and close at The SeaTac Community Center has a terrific weight room with 4 PM Monday through Friday. If you are participating in programs cardiovascular equipment, weight machines, free weights, exercise outside of these hours, it is best to park in the north lot of the balls and a variety of other equipment. community center. Drop in one time use: $2.75 (Senior resident) n Participation Drop in one time use: $3.75 (Senior non-resident) Independent individuals, 55 years of age or older, are eligible Monthly Pass: $20 (Senior resident) for participation at the SeaTac Senior Program. This includes Monthly Pass: $25 (Senior non-resident) programs, drop in activities, and trips. Individuals, 55 years of age Fitness Maximizer: $10 per month, concurrent with enrollment or older, requiring assistance to use the restrooms, who have issues in a fitness class. with roaming, or who need respite care or adult day care services are welcome to participate but need to have a caregiver present WEIGHT ROOM PASS while at the Senior Program. The Senior Program does not provide SeaTac residents who are 55 years of age or older, can obtain care giving services. a weight room pass at no cost. The pass is good on Tuesday Visits from adult family homes and assisted living facilities are and Thursday mornings, 9–11 AM. To obtain a pass, see Senior encouraged but require advance notice and accompanying staff. Meals on Wheels and our lunch program operate with Federal Program staff with a current driver’s license or WA State issued guidelines which set the age of eligibility at 60, though there are identification card and a utility bill. some exceptions. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact staff at YMCA PASSES FOR SEATAC RESIDENTS 206.973.4690. SeaTac residents may swim at the YMCA by purchasing a punch card for $5. Punch cards can be purchased at the SeaTac n Subscribe to SeaTac Community Center by showing proof of residency (valid driver’s Senior Flyer Online! license and a recent utility bill.) Each punch card has ten punches One of the features of the City website is the ability to subscribe for individual visits to Matt Griffin YMCA. Limit of six punch cards to publications and receive notices about upcoming events, per household per year. For more information call SeaTac Parks, meetings, etc. It’s very easy to subscribe and you can unsubscribe Community Programs & Services at 206.973.4680. at any time. To subscribe: On any page of the City’s website www.seatacwa.gov, click on DRIVER SAFETY “How Do I…” Then, under “Sign up for…” choose “eNotifications.” That will open the page where you can subscribe to receive Brush up on your driver safety skills in this one-day classroom notificatios for City Calendar or News items. In the News section workshop. AARP members receive a discounted rate of $15. check the box next to “Senior Newsletter” in order to receive Instructor: AARP Instructor information about our classes and programs. After signing up, you Location: SeaTac Community Center will receive an email. Follow the link in the email in order to activate your subscription. DATE DAY TIME AGE FEE May 2 Th 9:00 AM–5:30 PM 55+ $15/$20
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FREE LEGAL ADVICE
Mary Henderson, Attorney at Law, will be here once a month to answer legal questions for seniors. These include issues regarding wills, Power of Attorney, Elder Law, Landlord-tenant issues and the Vulnerable Adult Protective Act. Thirty minute afternoon appointments are available on the first Thursday of each month. For an appointment please call the senior desk at 206.973.4690. By appointment only. Upcoming dates are May 2, June 6, and July 11*. *Closed July 4.
STATEWIDE HEALTH INSURANCE BENEFITS ADVISOR The Senior Program’s “Hanky Panky Band” Questions about Medicare? Looking for options for help with ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION CAREGIVER prescription costs? Under 65, planning early retirement and not eligible for Medicare? Looking for long-term care options or SUPPORT GROUP concerned about fraud? Our Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Caring for someone with memory loss? Alzheimer’s Association Advisor volunteer can help. If you want unbiased information caregiver support groups provide a consistent and caring place about options for health insurance and related matters. Call for people to learn, share and gain emotional support from others 206.973.4690 to make an appointment for the third Thursday of who are also on a unique journey of providing care to a person each month, 1:00–3:00 PM. Upcoming Dates: May 16, June 20, with memory loss. Meetings are for unpaid care partners, family and July 18. members, and friends. For more information, contact group facilitator Gerry Crouch at 206.632.3985. Location: SeaTac Community Center Upcoming Meeting Dates: May 16, June 20, and July 18. DATE DAY TIME AGE FEE See above Th 1–2:30 PM All None
“ALL ABOARD” LEARN HOW TO RIDE A METRO BUS
Classroom Instruction - Wednesday, April 24, 12:30 PM Field Trip to Ride a Bus - Monday, May 6, 9:30 AM A classroom style training which is designed to be an introduction to using the King County Metro bus system. The classroom presentation is followed by a field trip to reinforce what was discussed in the classroom. We will have our classroom instruction at the SeaTac Community Center. For the field trip, we will meet at DROP-IN ACTIVITIES the community center to take the senior van to the Burien Park & The Senior Program has several fun opportunities to Ride. Please note this is a two-day workshop. play cards and games. Both our card room and lobby DATE DAY TIME AGE FEE provide great venues for cards and games. Our groups Apr. 24 & May 6 W See above 55+ None are friendly and newcomers and beginners are always welcome. For more information, call the Senior Program TEN WAYS TO SIMPLIFY YOUR LEGAL AFFAIRS at 206.973.4690.
Estate planning ensures your assets will go to the people you want BUNKO – 2nd Wednesday, 5 PM them to go. This workshop covers what you need to know about CANASTA – Tuesdays, 12:30–3 PM your will, durable power of attorney and advance directives. Make COMPUTER LAB – Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4 PM sure you plan now so you’ll have peace of mind for yourself and CRIBBAGE – Fridays, 9:30 AM family members in the future. MAH JONGG – Tuesday & Thursdays, 9:30–11:30 PM Instructor: Katie Peterson, attorney with Northwest Elder Law NINTENDO WII – Fridays, 9 AM–3 PM Group. PINOCHLE – Wednesdays, 12:30 PM DATE DAY TIME AGE FEE WOODCARVING – Wednesdays, 10 AM–Noon May 15 W 12:30 PM 55+ None
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Trip Registration Dates n Trip registration opens April 2 for SeaTac residents Trip Registration Policy and April 3 for all others. • Registration for SeaTac Senior residents opens one day prior to general registration. SENIOR TRIPS • Early registration for SeaTac residents will be available on Tuesday, April 2 starting at 9 AM. TACOMA ART MUSEUM • Early registration can be done in person or over the phone. Individuals will be placed on a sign-in list and registered based Experience the renowned Benaroya Art Glass Collection on a on their placement on the list. Individuals who phone will be guided tour of the museum’s new expansion. We’ll also have time to called back when it is their turn to register. explore the museum’s other collections on our own before enjoying • Full payment is required upon trip enrollment. lunch at Harbor Lights. This trip involves a lot of walking and • Individuals may only register for themselves or household standing. Fee includes museum admission, tour, and transportation. members. Lunch is on your own. • Registration for non-residents opens on Wednesday, April 3. DATE DAY TIME AGE FEE • Individuals with health concerns, mobility impairments, no May 9 Th 9 AM 55+ $19 credit cards, or who are out of town during registration time, may call staff at 206.973.4686. ED HUME EDUCATIONAL GARDEN • Trip times subject to change. Individuals will be notified of any changes when reminder calls are made. Ed Hume is a Pacific Northwest gardening icon, thanks to his successful seed company and long-running television show, • Individuals who require special accommodations should notify “Gardening in America.” Did you know he’s also a tour guide? We’ll staff at time of registration. For more information please call 206.973.4686. head to Puyallup for a tour of Mr. Hume’s educational garden, featuring 14 fun and informative areas such as the Puzzle Garden, n Trip Pickups the Hummingbird/Butterfly Garden, the Carnivorous Plant Garden, All participants will need to be able to arrange for their own and many more. There is a lot of walking and standing on this trip. transportation to and from the community center for trips. Fee includes transportation and the garden tour is free. Lunch is on Individuals who require transportation are encouraged to work your own. with METRO ACCESS Services by calling 206.205.5000, the Hyde DATE DAY TIME AGE FEE Shuttle at 206.727.6262 or see staff for assistance. May 16 Th 8:30 AM 55+ $8 n Trip Cancellations We are not able to process refunds or credits for cancellations HERONSWOOD BOTANICAL GARDENS made less than two business days (Mon.–Fri.) before a trip. Cancellations of trips involving already purchased tickets are not Tucked away in the lush forests of the Kitsap Peninsula, refunded, regardless of notice, unless someone buys your ticket. Heronswood is a garden of unparalleled beauty with a story to tell. There is a non refundable $5 processing fee for all participant We’ll receive a guided tour of this botanical gem, see its collection requested refunds. of rare and unusual plants, and hear its story. After our tour, we’ll have lunch at a local eatery and enjoy a ferry ride. This trip will n Trip Registration involve walking on unpaved paths and uneven surfaces which are Once you register for a trip, please check your receipt to ensure challenging to those using walkers. Fee includes transportation and you registered for the trips you were interested in. Mistakes can tour. Lunch is on your own. sometimes happen and are difficult to remedy the day of the trip. DATE DAY TIME AGE FEE n Wait Lists June 3 M 8 AM 55+ $30 Our trips have been filling up very quickly. We always recommend getting on the wait list if a trip is filled. There is no DIABLO LAKE & LUNCH TOUR fee involved to be on the wait list. We do our best to ensure those interested get on the trips. When we are able, we sometimes can Enjoy the beauty of the North Cascades on board a comfy add an extra van or even an extra day for a trip. If you’re not on the motorcoach as we head to stunning Diablo Lake for the famous wait list, we don’t know you are interested. Seattle City Light Lake & Lunch Tour. We’ll tour the lake by boat, see Diablo and Ross Dams up close, learn about the area’s rich natural n Fragrance Free Trips history, and take in the breathtaking scenery. The tour ends with a In consideration of fellow trip participants, we ask that delicious locally sourced lunch. Fee covers transportation, tour, individuals refrain from using perfumes and cologne while on a and lunch. Skagit Tours has not yet finalized the tour schedule for trip. Dueling fragrances can be overwhelming to individuals with 2019 Diablo Lake tours. Therefore, this trip date may be subject allergies and sensitivities. to change. DATE DAY TIME AGE FEE June 15 M 6:30 AM 55+ $78
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WINSLOW AND THE BAINBRIDGE ISLAND JAPANESE AMERICAN EXCLUSION MEMORIAL
Located in beautiful Pritchard Park, the Japanese American Exclusion Memorial commemorates the World War II internment of Japanese Americans from Bainbridge Island. Through a guided tour, we will explore the unique place Bainbridge Island holds in this chapter of US history. After the tour we will head to Winslow where there will be time to get lunch on your own and look around the shops before we board the ferry for home. There is a moderate amount of walking on this trip on some uneven surfaces. Fee includes transportation and tour. Lunch is on your own. DATE DAY TIME AGE FEE June 17 M 9 AM 55+ $17
FORT NISQUALLY LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM
Take a step back in time at Point Defiance Park’s historic Fort Nisqually. A guide in period clothing will immerse us in the history of the fur trade as we explore the buildings and observe the activities of daily life in this preserved and reconstructed fort. After our visit, CASINO TRIPS we’ll have lunch at Anthony’s at Point Defiance. There is a lot of Join us for a day of fun and a chance to win big! Whether it’s the walking on this trip. Fee includes transportation and tour. Lunch is slot machines, gaming tables, card games, or just the delicious on your own. food that keeps you coming back, our casino trips are sure to keep DATE DAY TIME AGE FEE you entertained. Please remember to bring valid picture ID and your June 24 M 8:30 AM 55+ $15 player’s card with you. Fee includes transportation only.
PICNIC AT KAYAK POINT RED WIND CASINO
Let’s soak up some sun with a picnic at Kayak Point. Bring your own Please remember to bring valid picture identification and your lunch (and maybe something yummy to share?) and we’ll take our players club card with you. time to stroll along the beach, dip our toes in the water, or just sit DATE DAY TIME AGE FEE back and relax in the shade. Fee covers transportation. May 13 M 8:30 AM 55+ $8 DATE DAY TIME AGE FEE TULALIP CASINO July 1 M 9 AM 55+ $10 This is an exclusive casino trip, no leaving to the outlet mall to shop. WASHINGTON STATE CAPITOL TOUR Please remember to bring valid picture identification and your players club card with you. We will need to see your players card at It’s that patriotic time of year, so we’re heading to Olympia to tour the time of check in at the community center. the State Capitol Legislative Building. This impressive building has the tallest free standing masonry dome in North America DATE DAY TIME AGE FEE and houses the world’s largest Tiffany chandelier and houses our June 10 M 9 AM 55+ $8 state government offices. There is a lot of walking on this trip. Fee includes transportation; tour is free. Lunch is on your own. LUCKY EAGLE CASINO DATE DAY TIME AGE FEE Please remember to bring valid picture identification and your July 8 M 8 AM 55+ $10 players club card with you. DATE DAY TIME AGE FEE July 9 T 8:30 AM 55+ $8
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SEATAC SENIOR CAFÉ Registration Information Join us for a delicious meal served Tuesday-Friday in our banquet room at the SeaTac Community Center. The meals are tasty, the atmosphere lovely and you’ll be sure to find the company friendly CONTACT US and welcoming. The suggested donation for lunch is $4 for those Parks, Community Programs & Services Department over 60 years of age. For individuals under 60, the cost is $6. SeaTac Community Center: 206.973.4680 Menus are published in the SeaTac Senior Flyer. Lunch is served 13735 24th Avenue S. at 11:45 AM and is available on a first come, first served basis. The SeaTac, WA 98168 senior van provides transportation to lunch. Senior Program: 206.973.4690 GROUP LUNCH RESERVATIONS Parks Administration: 206.973.4670 Parks Maintenance: 206.973.4770 We love to have groups join us for lunch. In order to be able to accommodate groups of five or more individuals, the following Parks, Community Programs & Services: www.seatacwa.gov/parks guidelines apply: • Reservations must be made in advance by calling 206.973.4686. ONLINE REGISTRATION • Your reservation cannot be confirmed unless you speak Online registration available at directly with a Senior Program staff member. https://secure.rec1.com/WA/city-of-seatac. There will be a $1 • Groups of ten or more will need to make arrangements for convenience fee added to each transaction for all online registrations. advance payment of any lunch donation. BY MAIL • A 10-day notice is required for group reservations. Send form and payment to: SeaTac Community Center SALAD BAR 13735 24th Ave. S., SeaTac, WA 98168 Each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday we offer a salad bar featuring Registration form can be found online at: http://www.seatacwa.gov/ delicious items. It is available before lunch from 11:15–11:40 AM Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=134 unless there is a special event, entree salad or more than 70 people. Single serve salads are served during flu season. WALK IN SeaTac Community Center NEED A RIDE TO LUNCH? 13735 24th Ave. S., SeaTac, WA 98168 HERE ARE SOME OPTIONS... Monday–Thursday, 8:30 AM–8:30 PM; Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM; Saturday, 8:30 AM–4 PM SeaTac Residents: The SeaTac senior van provides lunch pick-ups each day there is a lunch. See staff for details. Reservations are REGISTRATION required by 9 AM of the morning you need a ride. 206.973.4690. Registration will be on a first come, first served basis. Please register SeaTac & Tukwila: The Hyde Shuttle provides transportation in and early before classes are filled. Classes with insufficient numer of registrants about SeaTac and Tukwila. 206.727.6262. will be cancelled. Decisions to cancel classes will be made one week prior Greater Burien Area: Senior Services operates a transportation to the start of class. shuttle that will now bring individuals from the Burien area to Registration will be accepted during business hours, Monday–Thursday the SeaTac Senior Program for lunch. There is no charge for the between 8:30 AM and 8:30 PM, Friday between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM and service. 206.727.6262. Saturday from 8:30 AM until 4 PM. Please register at least one week prior to the first day of class. ACCESS: Metro’s ACCESS program also provides transportation. An application is required. 206.205.5000. Mail-in registrants are advised to call to confirm that your registration has been received. Your cancelled check is your receipt. If the class has MEALS ON WHEELS been filled prior to receiving your registration form, we will call you. Be sure to provide a daytime phone number on the registration form. The City of SeaTac delivers Meals on Wheels to eligible persons Payment must be made at the time of registration. Make checks living in SeaTac who are homebound and 60+ years of age. For payable to “City of SeaTac.” MasterCard and Visa are accepted. more information, call the Senior Program staff at 206.973.4680. Participants under 18 years of age must have parental consent.
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n Non-Discrimination Policy The City of SeaTac does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status SeaTac Community Center in the provision of services, in programs or activities, or employment opportunities and benefits. Inquiries concerning the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, and requests for reasonable accommodation SEATAC COMMUNITY CENTER HOURS should be directed to City Hall 206.973.4800/TDD:973.4808. Mail Monday-Thursday ...... 8:30 AM–9:30 PM in inquires to should be directed to: City of SeaTac, Human Resources Friday ...... 8:30 AM–5 PM Department, 4800 S. 188th St., SeaTac, WA 98188. Saturday ...... 8:30 AM–4 PM n Satisfaction Guaranteed Sunday ...... Closed At the City of SeaTac Parks, Community Programs & Services Department, we are committed to providing the public with high SENIOR CENTER HOURS quality recreation programs. Our residents and patrons are important Monday-Friday ...... 8:30 AM–4 PM to us and we feel they deserve quality at all times. We are so confident that our recreation classes are high quality that we are backing them HOLIDAY CLOSURES with a Satisfaction Guaranteed Policy. If you are not satisfied you can May 27 ...... Memorial Day repeat that class at no charge, receive full credit that can be applied to any recreation class or receive a full refund. Refund request must be July 4 ...... Independence Day made within five business days of last class. Policy DOES NOT apply to excursions, adult sport leagues, preschool, camps and special events. DROP-IN ACTIVITY FEES ACTIVITY ADULT SENIOR1 n Inclement Weather During a severe weather event, our programs and/or the SeaTac Archery ...... $8 ...... $8 Community Center may close. If you are unsure about the weather, Open Badminton (Weekdays) ...... $3.75 ...... $2.75 please call to confirm your activity. Open Badminton (Saturdays) ...... $6.50 ...... $6.50 n Retail Sales Taxes Open Pickleball ...... $3.75 ...... $2.75 Retail sales tax will be added to applicable recreation programs. Indoor Flying ...... $3.75 ...... $2.75
RESIDENT1 NON RES SENIOR2 n Refunds You will receive a 100% refund if insufficient enrollment forces the cancellation of a class. Allow approximately three weeks for refund if Weight Room3 ...... $5 $6 n/a enrollment fee was paid by check, cash or money order. Weight Room Senior 2 ...... $2.75 $3.75 n/a Classes cancelled due to inclement weather, or instructor Weight Room (monthly pass)3 ...... $25 $30 n/a cancellation will result in a credit to your family account. Weight Room (monthly pass) Senior 2 .. $20 $25 n/a Refunds for medical reasons will be pro-rated, if written verification Shower only4 (towels not provided) ..... $3 $3 $3 from medical personnel is provided. 1 Resident of SeaTac. n 2 Senior citizen must be at least 55 years old. Cancellations 3 Participants for the weight/cardiovascular room must be In case of bad weather in which games or activities may be cancelled, at least 16 years of age. participants or team representatives may call Parks, Community 4 Shower charge only if not participating in activity. Programs & Services at 206.973.4680. Weather dependent cancellation decisions are made two to three hours prior to activity. DROP IN GYM ACTIVITIES Cancellation decisions for specific programs are made one week prior Archery ...... Th ...... 6:45–9:15 PM to the start of the first class. Cancellations by registrants beyond this Badminton...... M ...... 7–9:15 PM date will not be accepted. Sa ...... Noon–4 PM Cancellation of specific programs may be necessary due to Indoor Flying Time ...... M ...... 2–5 PM insufficient enrollment. The staff reserves the right to consolidate, F ...... Noon–3 PM postpone, reschedule or cancel any program due to lack of enrollment. Pickleball ...... T ...... 10 AM–1 PM n Photos of Participants M/W/Th ...... 10 AM–3 PM Occasionally, Parks, Community Programs & Services staff takes F ...... 10 AM–Noon photos and/or video during our programs. If you wish not to have yours Total Body Fitness ...... T/Th ...... 5:30–6:30 PM or your children’s photo/video taken in conjunction with our programs Zumba ...... M/W ...... 5:45–6:45 PM please notify any recreation staff member or your class instructor. Photos/video taken during Parks & Recreation activities are used in the promotion of future City programs.
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PARKS ANGLE LAKE PARK NEIGHBORHOOD PARK
19408 International Blvd. • boat launch, 13735 24th Ave. S. (at SeaTac Community fishing, open recreation area, stage, picnic Center) • half court basketball, playground shelters/barbecue areas, restrooms, equipment, swings, climbing bolder, swimming, playground equipment, water skate park spray park, waterfront nature trail NORTH SEATAC PARK BOW LAKE PARK S. 128th St. & 20th Ave. S. • baseball/ 5040 S. 178th St. • open space soccer/softball fields, open area, DES MOINES CREEK PARK restrooms, playground equipment, picnic shelter, outdoor basketball, paved walking PROGRAM FACILITIES 2151 S. 200th St. • paved pedestrian and trails, community center, BMX track, biking trail, trailhead parking disk golf • Bow Lake Elementary School/ GRANDVIEW OFF-LEASH RIVERTON HEIGHTS PARK SeaTac Activity Room 18237 42nd Ave. S. DOG PARK 3011 S. 148th St. • half-court basketball, • SeaTac Community Center walking paths, play equipment, tables and 3600 S. 228th St. • fencing, trails, benches, 13735 - 24th Ave. S. benches, parking kiosk, waste receptacles, open areas, • Valley Ridge Community Center sani-cans SUNSET PLAYFIELDS 4644 S. 188th St.
HIGHLINE SEATAC 13659 - 18th Ave. S. • baseball/soccer/ BOTANICAL GARDEN softball fields, restrooms, tennis courts, n paved walking trails Facility and Picnic 13735 - 24th Ave. S. (south of community Shelter Rentals center parking lot ) • walking path, VALLEY RIDGE PARK water feature, variety of plant species, Phone: 206.973.4680 community garden, Japanese garden 4644 S. 188th St. • synthetic turf baseball/ Email: facilityrental@ soccer/softball fields, tennis courts, MCMICKEN HEIGHTS PARK seatacwa.gov community center, skate park, playground Website: www.seatacwa.gov/ equipment, hockey court, basketball S. 166th St. & 40th Ave. S. • tennis facilityrentals courts, 1/2 mile paved walking path, courts, open area, playground equipment, restrooms • SEATAC COMMUNITY pickleball court CENTER Banquet Room, Gymnasium, Multi-Purpose Rooms • VALLEY RIDGE COMMUNITY CENTER Multi-Purpose Room with Kitchen • ANGLE LAKE PARK Picnic Shelters, Stage • NORTH SEATAC PARK Picnic Shelter n Sport Field Rentals
FIELD SCHEDULING: 206.973.4770 FIELD CONDITIONS: 206.973.4679 Recorded Message WEBSITE: www.seatacwa.gov/sportfields
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