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The newspaperTheThe of Neighborhood House —VoiceVoice visit our website at www.voice.seattlehousing.net First Hill's Streetcar debut still TBD Elections 2015 Testing and final preparations are underway roundup By Voice staff By Jonathan Luong One of six The Voice intern streetcars that As of press time, the following election will service results were calculated. Certification Nov. Seattleites recently approved Proposi- residents from 24 would yield final results. tion 1, a nine-year plan that calls for $930 Capitol Hill to At-large positions (Numbers 8 and 9) are million raised through property taxes that Pioneer Square. elected to two-year terms while the seven will fund transportation and maintenance The cars are district councilmembers serve four-year projects. supplied by terms. Dubbed the ‘Move ’ plan by Inekon, the City Council District No. 1 Seattle Mayor Ed Murray, funds collected Czech company Shannon Braddock: 49.60% are expected to help create new bike lanes that built : 49.74% and other transit renovations. Some people, streetcars used however, have taken issue with the fact that along South City Council District No. 2 the Department of Transportation (DOT) Lake Union since : 50.83%* will begin other projects while the First 2007. Tammy Morales: 48.93% Hill Streetcar is still facing delays and is Photo by nancy gardner considerably behind schedule. City Council District No. 3 a distant memory as test runs continue. While this may be disappointing to Promises made by Seattle Department : 55.947%* Norm Mah, a spokesperson for the DOT, some, major progress has been made on the of Transportation (SDOT) director Scott Pamela Banks: 44.78% Kubly to have the First Hill Streetcar run- recently admitted that there was no planned trains since the summer. start date. ning by the end of the summer are now Please see “Streetcar” on Page 6 City Council District No. 4 Rob Johnson: 51.29%* Michael Maddux: 48.23%

Yesler youth club seeks support from NSF City Council District No. 5 Fusing the gap between knowledge and power is helping enrich youths' lives : 64.32%* By Meredith Wenger Sandy Brown: 35.14% Special to The Voice City Council District No. 6 Editor's note: Since 2011, The Big- Mike O'Brien: 61.29%* Brained Superheroes Club at Yesler Com- Catherine Weatbrook: 38.42% munity Center has been working to pro- vide the support needed for Big-Brained City Council District No. 7 Superheroes to develop and apply twelve Sally Bagshaw: 80.89%* real-world superpowers—such as kind- Deborah Zech-Artis: 18.36% ness, leadership, and critical thinking. Club leader Meredith Wenger recently travelled City Council District No. 8 to the other Washington to garner support Tim Burgess: 54.56%* from the National Science Foundation Jon Grant: 44.87% (NSF). Here's her report. City Council District No. 9 How do we best empower our kids—by Lorena González: 78.05%* putting them through programs or by giv- Bill Bradburd: 21.44% ing them a place to play? Participants in last month’s National Science Foundation Seattle Proposition 1 Maker Summit in Washington, D.C., gener- Property-tax increase to fund various trans- ally seemed to agree: yes. portation and infrastructure improvements:

Yes, programs can help kids develop Photo courtesy of meredith wenger Yes: 58.66% No: 41.34% specific skills and knowledge. But let’s also give kids a place where they have the Kids ages three and older meet after school Mondays and Wednesdays at Yesler Terrace King County Proposition 1 inspiration, resources, and support they Community Center to be part of The Big-Brained Superheroes Club. Aside from LEGO Property-tax levy to fund various prevention need to take charge of their own learn- structures and magnetic sculptures, they make 3D art of all kinds, and draw, color and and early-intervention programs that sup- ing and apply and expand their skills and paint. With help from area donations, the BBS crew has made all sorts of creations out port the health and well-being of children: knowledge in ways unique to them. Or, of surplus hardware cloth, wooden stakes, used pie and muffin tins, and random bits of Yes: 56.22% No: 43.78% as Karen Wilkinson from The Tinkering electronics. Additional collaborations between the BBS and NSF are being explored. *expected winner Please see “Superheroes” on Page 4 Please see “Elections” on Page 2 Neighborhood House Nonprofit org. In this issue The Weller Building U.S. postage PAID 1225 S. Weller St. Suite 510 Seattle, WA Page 2 Seattle, WA 98144 Permit #8887 Health Notes Open enrollment info

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Be Safe Health Notes Tips for staying safe A column devoted to your during the holidays By Joe Trenkenschuh is a timer device. Burglars prey on dark- well-being Seattle Neighborhood Group ened homes and businesses. If they think Open enrollment continues through Jan. 31, 2016 somebody is home, they are less likely to The holidays are the busiest time of the take the risk of being caught. A simple By Neighborcare health year, as we often hear—and it’s best to light timed to go on can cut your chances take precautions against dangers far and of being a target. Washington Healthplanfinder, (http:// people encountered in the past. near. Seattle Neighborhood Group has the When out shopping, stay alert to your www.wahbexchange.org/), the state’s insur- Residents of Washington who qualify inside story on how to stay safe this holiday surroundings and always be careful with ance exchange, is holding its third annual for Medicaid can also continue to use season, and wants to share our tips with you. your purse or wallet. It is best to keep your open enrollment since the Affordable Care Washington Healthplanfinder to enroll. Statistics show that crime usually in- purse strapped across your body, and your Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare, was Medicaid-eligible individuals can enroll creases during and after the holiday season, wallet in a front pocket. If a stranger ap- introduced. The enrollment period for se- in health insurance through the Wash- but that is no reason to be the next victim. proaches you, be prepared for any method lecting private insurance plans runs through ington Healthplanfinder year-round. To We all love decorating our homes. Some of distraction and make an effort to distance Jan. 31, 2016, for coverage that begins Jan. 1. date, 560,000 newly-eligible residents of us choose to display pine trees that yourself from the person and situation im- This year, Washington Healthplanfinder have enrolled in our state’s medicaid plan, hover over the glittery wrapped packages. mediately. is offering 136 Qualified Health Plans called Washington Apple Health, which is However, SNG recommends not placing Many con-artists work in groups of two (QHP) from 12 different insurance compa- managed by the Washington State Health your tree near windows that face the street or three in order to distract victims. They nies – an increase in options from previous Care Authority. or high traffic areas. This creates opportu- can be quick and skilled, so it is necessary years. This should offer consumers more Qualified residents who make less than nity for a potential criminal to smash the to be alert not only in department stores competitive plans and provider network $16,000 per year, equivalent to 138% of window and grab those precious gifts you but also other places such as ATMs and choices. Since 2013, 152,000 residents have the federal poverty level, are eligible for worked so hard for. gas stations. enrolled in a QHP, many of whom qualified Washington Apple Health. It covers a wide If you celebrate a holiday that involves Whenever alcohol is involved, you for monthly premium discounts because of variety of medical care including primary the exchange of gifts, make sure to flatten should plan your commute accordingly by lower income levels. care, mental health and some dental and and recycle gifts boxes as burglars who selecting a designated driver or knowing Since our state began participating in the vision services. prowl alleys look for big-ticket items and your public transportation route ahead of ACA, the rate of uninsured Washingtonians There are certified Navigators at all of what they don’t see, they won’t go after. the revelries. has dropped by about 40 percent. However, the Neighborcare Health clinics to help in- Other popular holiday decorations that Wishing you and your loved ones a safe about 600,000 residents in the state remain dividuals apply for insurance on the Wash- can be hazardous include those irresistible and happy holiday season! uninsured. This year anyone without health ington Healthplanfinder. To schedule an cinnamon-scented candles. Always blow insurance will be fined a fee of $695 per appointment or find a Neighborcare Health out candles before leaving the house or go- adult and $347.50 per child or 2.5% of an- Navigator close to you call (206)548-3013. ing to bed. Those who celebrate Hanukkah Joe Trenkenschuh ([email protected], 206- nual income, whichever is more. If you’re and Kwanzaa with candle-lighting activities 323-7094) is a project coordinator at not enrolled yet, now is your chance! Neighborcare Health is the largest provider should also be vigilant. Seattle Neighborhood Group. Feel free Also new this year – anyone who enrolls of primary medical and dental care in Se- One of my favorite home defense gadgets to contact him for crime prevention tips in a plan through Washington Healthplan- attle for low-income and uninsured families to deploy while I’m out and about (not only or help with your safety and security finder will pay the insurance company di- and individuals, serving our community for during the holiday season, but year ‘round), concerns. rectly for their chosen plan. This is designed more than 40 years. More information is to prevent payment problems that many available at www.neighborcare.org. Fall recipe: delicious and nutritious fruit and nut side dish

This scrumptious side dish, courtesy of WebMD, is a great way to load up on three food groups at once while gaining vitamins and fiber, not fat. Featuring a combo of fall’s standard fare – cranberries, pecans and Brussels sprouts – it may just make converts out of Brussels sprouts naysayers!

Cranberry Brussels Sprouts 2. In a large bowl, combine Brussels sprouts With Pecans with olive oil; toss. Place sprouts on baking sheet and roast 15-20 minutes. Makes 6 servings Ingredients 3. Remove sheet from oven. Sprinkle shal- 2 lbs Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved lots, maple syrup, and cranberries over 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil sprouts and return to oven for an additional ¼ cup finely minced shallots 10 minutes or until sprouts are golden brown 2 Tbsp maple syrup and cranberries are soft. 1 cup fresh cranberries ¼ cup balsamic vinegar 4. Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl. 2 oz pecan halves, toasted Add vinegar, pecans, salt, and pepper, and ¼ tsp sea salt toss to combine. Serve immediately. freshly ground black pepper­ to taste Per serving: 186 calories, 6 g protein, 23 g Directions carbohydrate, 10 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 7 1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray a rimmed g fiber, 10 g sugar, 138 mg sodium. Calories baking sheet pan with cooking spray. from fat: 43%

The Voice Editor Contributing Writers Nancy Gardner Jonathan Luong Elections Ballard House election Continued from Page 1 206-461-8430, ext. 2051 Lena Scott results [email protected] Lynn Sereda Initiative Measure No. 1366 The Ballard House Community Angie Wood 2/3 vote required for tax hikes: Council held its regular election Nov. The Voice, the newspaper of Neighborhood House, is published monthly with the Yes: 38.68% No: 61.32% 4 and about 30 percent of residents support of Seattle Housing Authority. Neighborhood House helps diverse communi- turned out to elect the following: ties of people with limited resources attain their goals for self-sufficiency, financial Initiative Measure 122 independence and community building. The Voice contributes to that mission by Public funding for election campaigns: President: Linde Knighton providing low-income people, immigrants, refugees and other concerned parties Yes: 63.11% No: 36.89% Vice-President: Geoff Highfield with timely, relevant news. Opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect those of Secretary: Cathy Giacomarra the staff, Neighborhood House or Seattle Housing Authority. We welcome articles Initiative Measure 1401 Treasurer: Otis Harris and tips from the community and reserve the right to edit all submissions. The Voice Trafficking of animal species threatened At-Large Representatives: Jean is published online at www.nhwa.org and at www.seattlehousing.org. with extinction: Anderson and Frank Osmar Yes: 77.16% No: 22.84%

THE VOICE DECEMBER SEATTLE HOUSING NEWS 2015 News and information about Seattle’s neighborhoods - visit our website at www.voice.seattlehousing.net Denny Terrace residents give thanks Denny Terrace computer lab re-opens, adds space

Photo by Asmeret Habte About 25 Denny Terrace residents enjoyed the annual holiday and recognition celebration Nov. 13. SHA Property Manager Laura Van Houten bid residents adieu and was thanked for her years of leadership and community activism. SHA helps residents prepare for emergencies In late October, thirty-seven residents from 16 Seattle Housing Authority high- rises and senior buildings gathered at Cen- ter Park to learn how to be prepared for an emergency and what to do after one occurs. The workshop featured Fire Preven- kits, medication containers, small blankets Left to right, David Norris, Jim Charles tion Bingo, an “Are you Ready” contest, and assorted comfort items. and Chris Frogner test out the new and activities designed to help residents This fifth annual Emergency Prepared- computer lab at Denny Terrace. The lab know how to handle disaster situations ness Workshop was sponsored by the was relocated to a larger space on the first such as power outages, floods, fires and SHARP Committee (Seattle Housing floor. At right, Buckley the basset hound, earthquakes. Authority Residents Preparing), a group otherwise known as the unofficial mascot Attendees received a variety of resources comprised of seven residents and staff from of Denny Terrace, thinks the new lab is to help them through emergencies, such as SHA, the Seattle Fire Department and the doggone fabulous, according to his owner, whistles, light sticks, flashlights, first aid Office of Emergency Management. David Norris. Photos courtesy of David Norris Fresh Bucks program a boon for area shoppers

By Angie Wood Farmers markets can the Fresh Bucks matching dollars—goes Fresh Bucks Coordinator provide great values directly to the local farmers who grow the all year round. This food. This means low-income shoppers can It’s noon on a blustery fall Sunday when basket of produce was afford to get excellent, healthful food to Aki Kame arrives at the Capitol Hill farm- purchased for $20 and feed their families while supporting their ers market. includes the following: local economy and community. Since moving to Seatle last spring, she giant collard greens, Kame plans to continue coming to the has been using SNAP (Supplemental Nutri- three ears of corn, three market weekly throughout the winter. tion Assistance Program), often referred to mild green chillies, a Capitol Hill is one of Seattle’s five farmers as EBT or food stamps, and Fresh Bucks, small kabocha squash, markets that remain open year-round. The to shop at this farmers market, located on two apples, a tomato, others are Ballard, West Seattle, University Ave and E. Pine Street. tomatillos, an asian District and Pike Place. All area winter “It’s pretty convenient and easy, and now pear, a bosc pear, and a farmers markets accept Fresh Bucks except that it’s part of what I do,” Kame says. head of broccoli. Pike Place Market, where EBT shoppers

She visits the market here most Sundays Photo Courtesy of Fresh Bucks can sign up for a special card for additional and buys about 20 dollars’ worth of pro- discounts that work much like Fresh Bucks. duce, which lasts the entire week. Because “This is a great time of year to visit a she’s enrolled in the Fresh Bucks program, market because there is a bounty of autumn which is administered by the City of Seattle, crops as well as great deals on the end of $20 worth of high-quality produce only summer crops,” says Law. costs her $10 in food stamp benefits. It might even be an opportunity to get a The program provides bonus dollars in rainy-day bonus. the form of paper coupons, called Fresh “When farmers see you out here with Bucks, to EBT shoppers, as a 1-for-1 match them on rainy days, they sometimes even for the EBT dollars spent, up to $10 each throw in an extra piece of produce.” visit. For more information about Fresh Bucks “This is the kind of food I prefer when I at local farmers markets, visit http://www. can afford it,” Kame says, looking around Earning Fresh Bucks by shopping at and tips, says Patrick Law, manager of the FreshBucks.org. the stalls piled with vegetables and fruit. “I neighborhood farmers’ markets is one way Capitol Hill farmers market. He says farm- couldn’t really afford it right now on what low-income shoppers are stretching their ers are usually happy to talk about how to I make, so Fresh Bucks is what brings me dollars to get more of the produce they need. prepare things at home. here. It makes the difference.” Says Kame, “I find more ingredients here And Kame agrees. When she lived in Japan, much of the that work for Japanese cooking than I would “All of the farmers are so great when food automatically came straight from find at the grocery store.” you use Fresh Bucks,” she says. “They say farmers, was fresh, and grown without Today’s purchases include spinach, a ‘Cool, thanks’ and it’s not like what happens harmful chemicals, she says. kabocha squash, or Japanese pumpkin, at the store where some people make you “But here in the U.S., you often have to Asian pears, salad greens, and bread. feel weird about using EBT.” know where to go for this kind of food and For shoppers who may not have specific All of the money EBT shoppers spend learn about ways to make it more affordable recipes in mind as Kame does, growers at farmers markets—what they spend from on a limited budget.” can be excellent sources for cooking ideas their own food stamp benefits, as well as

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ORCA LIFT card can save riders 50 percent Community Notes Special registration event for ORCA Lift cards at Rainier Vista Dec. 4 Landmark Housing law passed By Lena Scott Those wishing to sign up for the ORCA Outreach Specialist, Catholic Community Lift card may do so Friday, Dec. 4 from 10 Seattle Mayor Ed Murray congratu- Services a.m. until noon and between 1 and 3 p.m. at lated City Council for passing the Grand Seattle Housing Authority's Rainier Vista Bargain that will support the construc- ORCA LIFT is ’s re- Office, located at 4570 Martin Luther King tion of thousands of new affordable duced-fare transit program for low-income Jr. Way. homes in neighborhoods across Seattle riders. You may qualify to save about 50 If you are 65 or older or have a disability through a mandatory contribution to percent on buses, light rail, streetcars and you can apply for a Regional Reduced Fare affordable housing on new commercial the water taxi on the following systems: Permit, which offers even greater savings construction and multi-family residen- King County Metro, , the than the ORCA LIFT program. For details tial developments: , If your income is less than 200 percent of and to request an application, visit http:// “Affordable housing advocates and and . the federal poverty level you qualify. Most metro.kingcounty.gov or call 206-553-3000. the development community came Changes in local mass transit have been residents of subsidized housing will meet To apply for the ORCA LIFT card, you together this year to craft an unprec- happening faster and faster. Just this year these criteria. Visit http://metro.kingcounty. must do so in person to a registration site edented agreement to build new afford- we have seen route revisions, fare increases, gov/programs-projects/orca-lift/ to get ex- and bring the following with you: able homes across Seattle," said Murray. and the First Hill Streetcar finally in the act income guidelines. • Photo ID "The Council has acted swiftly and testing phase. The Seattle area is unques- How much can you save by getting an • EBT or Apple Health Card or TANF decisively to adopt this recommendation tionably growing rapidly, and mass transit is ORCA LIFT pass? Regular bus fare is $2.75 award letter (or DSHS client ID or to make Seattle a more livable city. A becoming a more important way for people per trip during peak travel times (peak Social Security number so the repre- special thanks to Councilmember Mike to get around. One of the most innovative hours are weekdays between 6:00 a.m. to sentative can verify your eligibility) O’Brien, whose leadership was instru- changes to happen is the ORCA LIFT King 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.), or $99 • Copy of your last 30 days of pay stubs mental in reaching this milestone." County Metro is the second transit system for a monthly pass. ORCA LIFT users will • Employment Security Department With this vote today, Seattle neigh- in the country to offer reduced-fare passes pay only $1.50 per trip or $54 for a monthly verification (if no income), the repre- borhoods will become more sustainable, for those with lower incomes (San Francisco pass. Riders can save $540 a year by using sentative can supply a request form socially inclusive and economically was the first). the ORCA LIFT pass instead of paying full for this diverse. For the first time, private de- Eligibility for the ORCA LIFT program fare. And the cards are valid for up to two If you are unable to provide the above velopers will build or contribute to af- is determined by income and family size. years, even if your income increases. documents, call Metro to find out which al- fordable housing with every new apart- The good news is, if you are a recipient of Eight local agencies are contracted ternative verifications will work. Registra- ment building or office building. More any of the following, you will automatically to distribute ORCA LIFT cards: Public tion takes about 15 minutes and you will be families and individuals will be able to qualify: Health-Seattle & King County, Catholic given your new Orca Lift card on the spot. afford to live in walkable communities Community Services, Compass Housing close to transit or near where they work. • EBT Food Assistance Alliance, El Centro de la Raza, Global to Lena Scott is an outreach and educa- We are a big step closer to our goal that • Temporary Assistance for Needy Local, WithinReach, Multi-Service Center tion coordinator for Catholic Community everyone who works in Seattle can af- Families (TANF) and YWCA. For specific locations and Services and a native of Seattle. ford to live in Seattle.” • Apple Health/Medicaid hours of operation, call 206-553-3000 or 800-756-5437. 2016-17 WSOS college scholar- ship applications available Jan. 4, 2016 at the Maker Summit was devoted to the promises about funneling kids into the Superheroes technology and tools developed and used NBA or NFL? We tend to value art and Applications for Washington State Continued from Page 1 in typical labs. The more relevant issues recreation spaces and programs most when Opportunity Scholarships (WSOS), revolved around people and processes. How we’ve experienced their benefits directly. which support low- and middle-income can we make more learner-driven spaces? Art and recreation should always be part students pursuing eligible high-demand Studio in San Francisco’s Exploratorium How do we make our communities of learn- of our daily lives. As should making and majors in science, technology, engineer- museum said, a place where “the big idea ers/makers more equitable and diverse? tinkering—or, as we call it, recreational ing, math (STEM) or healthcare will be is their idea.” How do we measure progress? So many nerdiness. available online beginning Jan. 4, 2016. In arts and recreation, play is often questions with so many possible answers. “Nerding it up” has less to do with rais- Applicants must be a Washington valued and supported. But traditionally, In the Big Brains, we think the answers ing or lowering the bar and more to do state resident and must have earned a science and engineering have been highly lie not in our technologies but in ourselves. with deepening the bench. If we want to high school diploma or GED from a structured and programmed for all but the The code has, in many ways, already been empower our kids, we simply can’t accept state high school or institution by June privileged few whose family and friends cracked. How do we make more learner- a world in which only a privileged few have 2016. have had the resources needed to indepen- driven spaces? We prioritize developing support and resources to experiment, tinker, For full eligibility requirements and dently feed a budding interest. creativity, leadership, and critical think- and build. We desperately need a kinder, to apply, visit www.collegesuccess- A couple of us in The Big-Brained Su- ing (three of what we, in the Brains, call nerdier, more imaginative world, so let’s foundation.org/wa/student-guide. The perheroes Club, an after-school program “superpowers”) over developing software, make it together. deadline to apply is March 7, 2016. for ages three and up at Yesler Community robots, and hoverboards. How do we make Center, visited Washington, D.C. for the our communities of learners and makers TheDream.US Scholarship ac- NSF Maker Summit to take part in the pro- more equitable and diverse? How do we cepting applications until cess of changing this dynamic. Like many measure progress? We ask questions and Meredith Wenger has been applying her Feb. 15, 2016 participants who came to this event from pay attention to the answers. master’s degree in human-centered design universities, libraries, museums, and vari- These solutions may sound simplistic, and engineering to diverse educational and TheDream.US scholarship helps im- ous institutions throughout the nation (in- but that’s only because the big question— social causes for over ten years. She has migrant youth and is available to high cluding the White House Office of Science the fundamental question—is currently been developing The Big-Brained Superhe- school seniors or high school gradu- and Technology Policy), we see potential in, more pressing: how do we significantly roes Club with youth at Yesler Community ates with demonstrated financial need. what’s often called, the Maker Movement broaden support for making and tinkering Center on a voluntary basis since 2011. Funds will help cover tuition and fees to help us fuse the gap between having the in our community? For this, we should for those seeking associates or bach- knowledge needed to understand our world probably take lessons from other fields elor's degrees. Find out more at www. and having the power to remake it. that value play. How many art programs, thedream.us/scholars/. Fusing this gap between knowledge and for example, measure their value by how power may sound great, but how do we well their participants learn to use color? do it? Appropriately, very little discussion And how many recreation programs make

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can file a revised Form W-4 with your Money Matters employer. The more allowances you claim on the W-4, the less tax will be withheld. Are your finances in order? If you've gotten married, divorced or had What to do before year's end kids, then you should also be updating your withholding amount with your employer's human resources department. Editor’s note: maximum amount of money allowed helps Spend wisely Drop-in help for vets The region’s first Financial Empower- you save for your retirement, as well as While it’s hard to refrain from holiday ment Center (FEC), operated by Neigh- lower your taxable income. You can make spending, you can make payments that Dec. 10 borhood House at Rainier Vista, opened contributions for 2015 until April 15, 2016. you’ll benefit from. For instance, by mak- Take the required minimum distributions in April 2014 and can help with financial ing an extra mortgage payment (13 instead The Seattle Public Library will offer If you are 70 ½ years old, you must start counseling and affordable banking. The of 12 per year), experts estimate that you drop-in help for military veterans who making regular minimum distributions main center is located at 4431 Martin could shorten a 30-year mortgage to about are experiencing homelessness or living from your traditional IRA to avoid IRS Luther King Jr. Way S., and is open Mon- 26 years, saving thousands in interest. on low incomes from 11:30 a.m. until penalties. When you make withdrawals, day through Friday. There are five other You can also make a charitable donation 3:30 p.m. Dec. 10. at the Central Library, consider withholding tax from the payment FEC satellite centers throughout the city. that is tax-deductible or purchase items re- 1000 Fourth Ave., Level 5, Charles Si- to avoid the hassle of making quarterly For locations or more information, call lated to your profession for which you can monyi Mixing Chamber. estimated tax payments. However, if you 206-923-6555 or email [email protected]. claim deductions. A veteran specialist from Supportive have a Roth IRA you are not required to It’s important to set financial and per- Services for Veteran Families will be By Kate Kaniaru withdraw money from the accounts (A Roth sonal goals, no matter how small or insig- available to connect people who have Financial Counselor IRA is a retirement plan under U.S. law nificant they may initially seem. been in the military and are experienc- that is generally not taxed, provided certain A financial counselor can help you set ing homelessness or living on very low Managing your finances is a hands-on conditions are met). goals and address other areas of your fi- incomes with services to help them find affair that must be tended to on a regular Check your flexible spending accounts nancial health. and keep housing. Phone 206-386-4636 basis, especially at year-end. The thrill Flexible spending accounts benefits that for more information. of holiday shopping and gift-giving can many companies offer to let employees sometimes make it difficult to stick to your contribute part of their income into a special budget and savings plans, or even leave you account, which can then be used to pay child buried in more debt. care or medical expenses. The account helps According to the American Research you to avoid both income and Social Secu- Group, the average holiday spending per rity taxes. However, if you don't use it all by person in 2014 was $816. One survey the end of the year, you forfeit the excess. showed that about 37 percent of Americans Check your flex account and if you still use credit cards to finance their holiday have money, consider making a trip to the shopping. drug store, dentist or optician to use up the The holiday season can also be a great funds before Dec. 31. time to assess your financial situation, Adjust your tax withholding review your budget, set goals for the New The majority of Americans are addicted Year, and even work on achieving some of to refunds. Kiplinger’s Personal Finance your financial goals. Here are some steps magazine estimates 75 percent of taxpay- you can take to help ensure your finances ers get an average refund of about $3,000 are in order. - that's $250 per month of interest-free Contribute the maximum to retirement money you've given to the IRS. It's money accounts that already belongs to you, so why not Company-sponsored retirement plans calculate your witholding taxes correctly like 401(k) and 403(b) are great tax-deferred so that you're not waiting for Uncle Sam to investment vehicles, which employers of- return your money? ten match in contributions. Putting in the If you normally get a big refund, you What you’re saying: The Voice asks readers... Do you plan to use the First Hill Streetcar when it’s up and running in the New Year? After several manufacturing delays, the First Hill Streetcar will begin servic- ing Seattle's Capitol Hill, First Hill and International District in early 2016. Ten stations along the 2.5 mile route will pro- vide connections to Link light rail, and Metro. , which runs the streetcar, anticipates up to 3,000 riders daily. The Voice was curious to know if resi- dents and neighbors living near the route will be using the new system. Service will operate 5 a.m. until 1 a.m. Monday through Saturday. Sunday and holiday service will operate 10 a.m. until 8 p.m.

Name: Rahel Name: Dean Name: Eric Content guide Where do you live? Yesler Terrace Where do you live? Jefferson Terrace Where do you live? Mercer Island Don’t see your neighbor- Do you plan to use the new First Hill Do you plan to use the new First Hill Do you plan to use the new First Hill hood section? Consult the guide Streetcar? Streetcar? Streetcar? below to find the logos that correspond to your community. "No. I pretty much walk everywhere right "Yes, I'll use it for shopping, and to go "No. I won't take it because it doesn't go now, and I don't know if the new streetcars places like Northgate and the University anywhere, unless you're a college student. are really that essential because Metro District. I think it's going to also be I can easily get from my home to where I High Point Herald has pretty good service, and route 60 popular with Seattle University students, work in the International District already already goes by Seattle Central College, as it will go right along Broadway. The without it. I don't think there's a need for NewHolly Notes where I'm studying. I feel like the funding colors on the streetcars that I've seen it and it seems like a whole lot of money being tested really stand out, but i wonder was spent on it, when it seems more like should have been put toward something Rainier Vista News else." if the bell sounds they make are loud a fashion statement more than anything enough for people to hear." else." Yesler Happenings

THE VOICE 6 – THE VOICE DECEMBER 2015 COMMUNITY RESOURCES Streetcar Continued from Page 1 Though supplier Inekon , based Accessibility increased in the Czech Republic, was struggling to It’s expected that tourists and the handi- deliver all trains by the end of the summer, capped might also prefer the streetcars over the DOT had finished testing on five cars buses. The streetcar features low floors and by early November. These required tests en- high platforms for a minimal gap between sure the train’s safety features, like proper platform and streetcar, and will also feature acceleration and braking are up to par. wheelchair ramps that automatically deploy Testing, testing and more testing upon the press of a blue button from inside Cars that have passed these tests go or outside of the car. through a series of additional post-perfor- Audio and digital display announce- mance tests involving 300 miles of service ments at stops will help impaired riders, along the intended routes and navigate with and bikes will be allowed in a middle sec- regular traffic. Should any other issues tion of the cars. arise during any of the trial runs, the test The route also allows for quick travel to cycle restarts and continues until the cars area destinations popular among college are able to go through all testing without students and healthcare workers, like Union any problems. Station, Harborview Medical Center, Swed- As of The Voice’s deadline, SDOT was ish Medical Center, Seattle University, and still awaiting a sixth car’s completion of Seattle Central College. static and functional testing. Operators for “I live in Beacon Hill, but every day I the streetcars are also currently undergoing leave class I have to take a bus and transfer, training. Though the countless tests and up- which takes forever,” said Kimberly Tran, front cost of the project may seem pricey, a 20-year-old SCC student. “If we had officials say the overall maintenance costs the streetcar instead, that would take me are cheaper than that of a Metro bus. to Chinatown a lot quicker, where I can The First Hill Streetcars are a part of transfer easier.” the city’s urban mobility option funded Debut week to include free rides by Sound Transit. A 2008 regional ballot The South Lake Union line, which runs measure increased sales taxes in order to from Lake Union Park to Westlake Center, expand the streetcars, and construction began service in December of 2007. Since began in early 2012. then, the SLU line has remained the only Projected economic benefits operational line as delays have pushed back The streetcars, which are operated by the First Hill line’s debut. Metro but owned by SDOT, are expected to Though an official opening date has not provide multiple benefits. The line will help been set, SDOT officials are convinced connect the Capitol Hill, First Hill, Yesler the end is near. The grand opening of the Terrace, Chinatown, and Pioneer Square line will include a week of free rides. The neighborhoods. These areas will also route is expected to run 5 a.m. to 1 a.m. presumably see an increase in economic Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to activity with the influx of passengers. 8 p.m. Sundays. “We’ve been waiting on the arrival of Tran, who has been patiently awaiting the trains for a very long time,” said Wei the streetcar’s start, is cautiously optimistic Zhang, a small business owner on Jackson despite its many delays. Street. “I was expecting them to bring more “I know the city has a lot on its hands,” customers, but no luck so far.” said Tran,“but I’m confident it will be here soon.” NewHolly community gathers for climate change discussion Got Green's Climate Justice Committee hosts town hall on global warming impacts on low-income residents

By Lynn Sereda Section 8 resident believes “climate change is central and “Climate change is a poverty multiplier,” important to our community and not some- she said. Hodan Hassan used to think of thing perceived as a remote phenomenon, While poor communities are bearing the images of things like polar bears like polar ice caps melting.” brunt of climate change, Tekola noted that when she heard the phrase, ‘cli- Adds Hassan,“Low-income communities mainstream environmental movements do mate change,’ and wondered how it related are the most directly impacted communi- not give them the space for their concerns to her life and the communities she is a part ties by climate change, even though they to be heard. of. That all changed earlier this year when consume the fewest resources as a whole “They are told that they are not experts; she joined the Climate Justice Committee and profit the least from the extraction of they are not invited to the table.” a collaboration between Puget Sound Sage resources such as oil and fossil fuels from Tekola, who has studied environmental and Got Green, two local minority-led the earth. This is not just a global issue but science at the University of Washington, non-profits. a local one.” will be attending the 2015 United Nations On Nov. 12, the Committee held a Com- And by all measures, the Town Hall Climate Change Conference in Paris in munity Town Hall at NewHolly Gathering meeting, which drew over 100 people, early December. Photo by Dante Garcia, Got Green Hall to further the conversation about indicates the importance of and interest in Seattle University Sociology Professor Sarra Tekola discusses the impacts of what climate change means for Seattle’s gentrification and climate issues with area Gary Perry spoke about the Black Lives climate change on low-income and low-income community, especially those residents. Matter movement and said he believes rac- minority communities. who are people of color or are immigrants. Town Hall guest speakers discussed ism is at the center of the climate change Hassan is Got Green’s climate justice how global warming changes will impact issue. New Orleans and served as an excuse for organizer, and says the purpose of the marginalized communities. Panelist Sarra “Black spaces and black bodies are the demolition of much of the city’s public Committee is to create a group of racially Tekola, whose father emigrated from Ethio- vanishing from the U.S. urban landscape housing. diverse young leaders who want to chal- pia, said the famine there is creating similar and there is an intentional and systemic The Climate Justice Project’s next steps lenge systems of oppression. conditions now in Syria. erosion and destruction of our communi- will be to analyze and use their survey to This summer, Got Green surveyed 150 The 21-year-old environmental activist ties,” he said. further local grass roots organizing steps. people in South Seattle on what climate believes rising sea levels will eventually Perry cited natural disasters like Hur- To read more about how Got Green is change meant to them. Hassan says based engulf islands in the Pacific Ocean and ricane Katrina that resulted in mass dis- impacting our community, visit http://www. on her involvement with the group, she displace indigenous communities. placement of African-Americans from gotgreenseattle.org.

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Bancos de comida y otros recursos familiares para las Navidades/ Продуктовые банки и другие праздничные ресурсы/ By By Leahla Contreras Irina Vodonos В сезон зимних праздников людям с Университетской христианской церкви. Hacer el presupuesto para las comidas y University District Food Bank: Ubicado ограниченным доходом бывает непросто Предоставляет продукты жителям северо- fiestas de las Navidades puede ser difícil, y en 1413 NE 50th St., University Christian найти средства на то, чтобы устроить восточного Сиэтла. Телефон 206-523-7060. mucha gente quisiera saber dónde encontrar Church, Seattle. Mantiene un banco de праздничный стол. В эти дни, когда многие Продуктовый банк западного Сиэтла. un poco de ayuda durante estos tiempos alimentos para residentes del noreste de особенно остро нуждаются, важно знать, Находится по адресу 3419 Саут-вест Морган- de mayor necesidad. Un recurso valioso y Seattle. Teléfono: 206-523-7060. куда можно обратиться за помощью. Для стрит в Сиэтле. Предоставляет продукты disponible para los residentes del estado se West Seattle Food Bank: Ubicado en жителей штата Вашингтон существует жителям западного Сиэтла. Телефон 206- llama 2-1-1. El recurso de la comunidad 2-1- 3419 SW Morgan St., Seattle. Mantiene un полезный ресурс под названием 2-1-1. 932-9023. 1 en línea de King County (King County banco de alimentos para residentes de West Общественный интернет-ресурс округа Продуктовый банк Уайт-центра. 2-1-1 Community Resource Online – cono- Seattle. Teléfono: 206-932-9023. Кинг 2-1-1 является одной из самых полных Находится по адресу 10829 Восьмая авеню cido por las letras CRO) es una de las bases White Center Food Bank: Ubicado en и регулярно обновляемых баз данных саут-вест в Сиэтле. Предоставляет продукты de datos más actualizadas y exhaustivas de 10829 8th Ave. SW, Seattle. Mantiene un по услугам социально-медицинского жителям Уайт-центра и некоторых районов los recursos humanos y servicios de salud banco de alimentos para residentes de обеспечения в нашем регионе. западного Сиэтла и Бюриена, в зависимости en el condado de King. White Center y unos de West Seattle y Bur- Ниже приводится список крупнейших от почтового индекса. Телефон 206-762-2848. La lista que sigue nombra los bancos de ien en ciertos códigos postales. Teléfono: местных продуктовых банков. Полный Продуктовый банк Хайлайна. Находится comida más grandes en nuestra área. Una 206-762-2848. список можно найти в интернете по адресу по адресу 18300 Четвертая авеню саут lista completa se puede encontrar en la Highline Area Food Bank: Ubicado en www.211kingcounty.org. в Бюриене, в здании Манхеттенского página www.211kingcounty.org. 18300 4th Ave. S. Manhattan Commu- Продуктовый банк на Бикон-Авеню. общественного центра. Предоставляет Beacon Avenue Food Bank: Ubicado nity Center, Seattle. Mantiene un banco Находится по адресу 6230 Бикон-авеню продукты жителям района Хайлайн. en 6230 Beacon Ave. S., Bethany Church de alimentos de auto-servicio para los Саут в Сиэтле, в здании христианской Продукты можно выбирать самостоятельно. of Christ, Seattle. Aporta comida a cu- residentes del área de Highline. Teléfono: церкви Бетани. Предоставляет помощь всем Телефон 206-433-9900. alquiera que tenga necesidad. Teléfono: 206-433-9900. нуждающимся. Телефон 206-722-5101. Хоуплинк - Шорлайн. Находится по 206-722-5101. Hopelink – Shoreline: Ubicado en 15809 Норт-вест Харвест. Находится по адресу адресу 15809 Вестминстер-уэй норт, в Northwest Harvest: Ubicado en 711 Westminster Way N., Shoreline. Mantiene 711 Черри-стрит в Сиэтле. Предоставляет Шорлайне. Предоставляет продукты Cherry Street, Seattle. Aporta comida a un banco de alimentos para residentes de помощь всем нуждающимся. Телефон 206- жителям Шорлайна и Лэйк Форест Парк. cualquiera que tenga necesidad. Teléfono: Shoreline y Lake Forest Park. Teléfono: 625-0755. Телефон 206-440-7300. 206-625-0755. 206-440-7300. Продуктовый банк Университетского квартала. Находится по адресу 1413 Норт-ист 50-ая стрит в Сиэтле, в здании

ኣብ ግዜ በዓላት መግብን ካልእ ሓገዛትን ዝህቡ ትካላት/By Habte Negash ለበዓላት የምግብ ባንኮችና የሚገኙባቸው ቦታዎች/By Assaye Abunie ኣብ ግዜ በዓላት መግቢ ኮነ ካልእ ነቲ በዓል St., University Christian Church, Seattle. ለምግብ በጄት ማውጣትና በዓላት ሲመጣ የማከፋፈልና የማቀነባበር ስራ ይሰራል. ዜድሊ ነገራትን ንምዕዳግ ሕጽረት ገንዘብ ከጋጥም ኣብ ኖርዝ ኢስት ስያትል ንዝርከቡ ነበርቲ መግቢ ለማክበር መዘጋጀት በጣም አስቸጋሪ ስለሆነ የስልክ ቁጥሩ: 206-523-7060. ስለዝኽእል፣ ሓገዝ ኣበይ ክርከብ ከምዝክእል ያቕርብ። ቁጽሪ ተሌፎን 206-523-7060። የት ቦታ ሄዶ እርዳታ የሚያገኙበትን ቦታ West Seattle Food Bank: ምፍላጥ ኣድላዪ እዩ። እምበኣር ነበርቲ ዋሽንግቶን ዌስት ስያትል ፉድ ባንክ (West Seattle Food ማውቅ ለማንኛውም ሰው አስፈላጊ ነው፡ አድራሻው3419 SW Morgan St., Se- ስተይት ዝኾኑ ኩላቶም ኣብ 2-1-1. ብምድዋል ኣብ Bank) : ኣድራሻ 3419 SW Morgan St., Seattle. ፡ የእስቴት ነዋሪዎች ከሆኑ በጣም ተቃሚ attle. . ለሲያትል በስሜን ምዕራብ የ ሆ ኑ ም ንጮች ን ለማወ ቅ 2-1-1 በመደወል ለሚኖሩ ምግብ የማከፋፈልና የማቀነባበር ኪንግ ካውንቲ ዝርከብ ንጥዕና ኮነ ንማሕበራዊ ኣብ ዌስት ስያትል ንዝርከቡ ነበርቲ መግቢ ያቕርብ። ያገኛሉ፡ የኪንግ ካውንቲ 2-1-1 የኮሚኒቲ ስራ ይሰራል. የስልክ ቁጥሩ: 206-932- ኣገልግሎት ዝምልከት ሓበሬታ ክረኽቡ ይኽእሉ ቁጽሪ ተሌፎን 206-932-9023። ሪሶርስ ድህረገፅ (CRC) በጣም ወቅታዊና 9023. እዩም። ዋይት ሰንተር ፉድ ባንክ (White Center Food የታወቀ በኪንግ ካውንቲ ውስጥ ብዙ White Center Food Bank: አድራሻው ከምኡውን ዝርዝር ናቶም ሓገዝ ናይ መግቢ Bank): ኣድራሻ 10829 8th Ave. SW, Seattle. የጤናና የህዝብ አገልግሎት ይሰጣል፡፡ 10829 8th Ave. SW, Seattle. ለኋይት ኪገብሩ ዚኽእሉ ትካላት (food banks) ኣብ ኣብ ዋይት ሰንተር፣ ገለ ክፋላት ወስት ስያትልን ከዚህ ቀጥሎ የሚገኙት በጣም የታወቁ ሴንተር ፣ በሞራብ ሲያትል ለሞኖሩና ታሕቲ ቀሪቡ ኣሎ፤ ብተወሳኺ ድማ ዝርዝር ቡርየንን ንዝርከቡ ነበርቲ መግቢ ይዕድል። ቁጽሪ የምግብ ባንኮች ናቸው፡፡ በተጨማሪ በቢሩየን አካባቢ ለሚኖሩ ለዚፕ ኮዱ ብቁ ሓበሬታ ንምርካብ ኣብ www.211kingcounty. ተሌፎን 206-762-2848። ዝርዝር መረጃ ድህረገፁን ይመልከቱ፡ ለሆኑ ምግብ ይሰጣል. የስልክ ቁጥሩ: org. ተመልከቱ። ከባቢ ሃይላይን ፉድ ባንክ (Highline Area www.211kingcounty.org. 206-762-2848. ቢከን ኣቨንዩ ፉድ ባንክ (Beacon Avenue Food Food Bank): ኣድራሻ 18300 4th Ave. S. Man- Beacon Avenue Food Bank: Highline Area Food Bank: አድራሻው Bank): ኣድራሻ- 6230 Beacon Ave. S. Bethany hattan Community Center, Seattle. ኣብ ከባቢ አድራሻው at 6230 Beacon Ave. S., 18300 4th Ave. S. Manhattan Com- Bethany Church of Christ, Seattle. munity Center, Seattle. በሃይላይን Church of Christ, Seattle. ንዝደሊ ኩሉ መግቢ ሃይላይን ንዝርከቡ ነበርቲ መግቢ የቕርብ። ቁጽሪ ለማንኛውም ሰው የምግብ እርዳታ ይሰጣል፡ አካባቢ ነዋሪዎች ውሱን የሆኑ የምግብ ይዕድል። ቁጽሪ ተሌፎን- 206-722-5101. ተሌፎን 206-433-9900። ፡ የስልክ ቁጥሩ፡ 206-722-5101. አይነቶችን ያከናውናል. የስልክ ቁጥሩ: ኖርዝ ዌስት ሃርቨስት (Northwest Harvest) ሾርላይን ሆፕሊንል (Hopelink – Shoreline): Northwest Harvest: አድራሻው 711 206-433-9900. ኣድራሻ- 711 Cherry Street, Seattle. ንዝደሊ ኣድራሻ 15809 Westminster Way N., Shore- Cherry Street, Seattle ለማንኛውም Hopelink – Shoreline: አድራሻው ኩሉ መግቢ ይዕድል። ቁጽሪ ተሌፎን - 206- line. ኣብ ሾርላይን ከምኡውን ኣብ ለይክ ፎረስት ሰው እርዳታ ይሰጣል፡፡. የስልክ ቁጥሩ: 15809 Westminster Way N., Shore- 625-0755። ፓርክ ንዝርከቡ ነበርቲ መግቢ ይቕርብ። ቁጽሪ 206-625-0755. line. ለሾርላይንና በሌክ ፎሬስት ለሚኖሩ ዩኒቨርሲቲ ዲስትሪክት ፉድ ባንክ (University ተሌፎን 206-440-7300። University District Food Bank: ነዋሪዎች ምግብ የማከፋፈል ስራ District Food Bank): ኣድራሻ 1413 NE 50th አድራሻው 1413 NE 50th St., Uni- ያከናውናል። የስልክ ቁጥሩ: 206-440- versity Christian Church, Seattle. 7300. ለሲያትል በስሜን ምስራቅ ለሚኖሩ ምግብ NHỮNG ĐIỂM PHÁT THỰC PHẨM (Food banks) VÀ CÁC NGUỒN TRỢ GIÚP/ By Long Luu Goobah kydka cuntada xiliga feestada (Food banks)/By Tính tóan tiền nong cho các bữa ăn vào 1413 NE 50th Street, trong khu vực nhà thờ Mahamoud Gaayte các cuộc vui trong các ngày lễ có thể khó University Christian Church, Seattle. Phát khăn, và mọi người đều cần biết phải đi đâu thực phẩm cho cư dân ở vùng đông bắc Qoondaynta cuntada xiliga fasaxa iyo karsan deganayaasha waqooyiga Seattle. để được giúp đở trong lúc mình cần. Nguồn Seattle. Số điện thọai 206-523-7060 feestada wexey noqonkartaa mid adag, Tel: 206-523-7060 trợ giúp giá trị cũng dành sẵn cho cư dân West Seattle Food Bank: tại số 3419 qof kastaana waxa uu ubaahanyahay inuu WestSeattle foodBank : oo ku taal 3419 cư ngụ trong tiểu bang, hãy gọi cho số 2-1- SW Morgan St, Seattle. Phát thực phẩm ogaado xagee ka heli karaa caawimaad SW Morgan St., Seattle. Waxaad ka heli 1. Đường dây 2-1-1 trong quận King cung cho cư dân ở West Seattle. Số điện thọai cunto xiligaas. Waxaanu idiin haynaa kartaan Cunta karsan galbeedka Seattle. cấp thông tin về nguồn trợ giúp – là một 206-932-9023 qaabkii aad u heli lahaydeen caawimaad, Tel: 206-932-9023. hệ thống sung túc với (thông tin) mới nhất White Center Food Bank: tại số 10829 deganayaasha gobolka iyo degmadaba White Center FoodBank: ku taal 10829 cho các dịch vụ sức khỏe và dịch vụ xã hội. đường 8th Ave SW Seattle. Phát thực phẩm oo looyaqaan 2-1-1 (community resource 8th Ave SW, Seattle. Wexey u adeegeysaa Sau đây là danh sách các điểm phát thực cho những cư dân thuộc các khu bưu chính online) oo loosoo gaabiyo (CRO). degaanayasha Whitecenter, qaar kamid ah phẩm (food banks) chính trong khu vực. Để –zipcodes ở West Seattle và Burien. Số điện Waxaa hoos ku xusan meelha aad ka he- deganayaasha galbeedka Seattleiyo Burien có thông tin đầy đủ, hãy vào trang mạng thọai 206-762-2848 ligataan goobaha kydaka cuntada. Waxaad iyada oo la raacayo Zipcod. Tel: 206-762- www.211kingcounty.org Highline Area Food Bank: tại số 18300 ka daalacn kartaan www.211kingcounty. 2848. Beacon Avenue Food Bank: ở số 6230 đường 4th Ave S, trong trung tâm Manhat- org. Highline Area FoodBank: ku taal 18300 đường Beacon Ave. S, ngay nhà thờ Beth- tan Community Center, Seattle. Cư dân Beacon Avenue Food Bank: oo ku taal 4th Ave S. Manhatan Community Center, any Church of Christ, Seattle. Phát thực vùng Highline có thể đến tự chọn lấy thực 6230 Beacon Ave S, kaniisadda Bethany of Seattle. U adeegeysa deganayaasha High- phẩm cho những ai cần. Số điện thọai phẩm. Số điện thọai 206-433-9900 Christ, Seattle. Waxaa tegi kara qof kasta oo line. Tel: 206-433-9900. 206-722-5101 Hopelink-Shoreline: tại số 15809 đuờng cunta u baahan. Tel: 206-772-5101. Hopelink-Shorline: ku taal 15809 West- Northwest Harvest: ở số 711 Cherry Westminster Way N, Shoreline. Phát thực Northwest Harvest: oo kutaal 711 Cherry minster Wy N. Shoreline., u adeegeysa Street, Seattle. Phát thực phẩm cho những phẩm cho cư dân khu vực Shoreline và Lake St, Seattle. Tell: 206-625-0755. Shorline iyo Forest Park deganayaasheeda. ai cần. Số điện thọai 206-625-0755 Forest Park. Số điện thọai 206-440-7300 University District Foodbank: oo ku Tel: 206-440-7300. University District Food Bank: tại số taal 1413 NE 50th St. University Christian Church, Seattle. Oo gaarsiineysa cunta

THE VOICE 8 – THE VOICE DECEMBER 2015 OUROUR COMMUNITIESCOMMUNITIES STORIES FROM OUR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS Holiday food resources available for those in need

a Christmas Day meal for at-risk and home- filled with food are distributed each week By Voice staff Kent Seventh Day Adventist Church less youth and young adults, ages 13 through day. Phone 206-524-9000. Located at 25213 116th Ave. SE, Kent. Pro- 22, Dec. 25. Phone 206-622-5555. Budgeting for meals and celebrations vides a traditional Christmas meal for any- Centerstone around the holidays can be difficult, and one in need, Dec. 23. Phone 253-852-3883. Beacon Avenue Food Bank Located at 722 18th Ave., Seattle. Provides everyone needs to know where to go to find Located at 6230 Beacon Ave. S., Bethany perishable and non-perishable food items to some help during this time of need. The Salvation Army - William Booth Center Church of Christ, Seattle. Provides food residents of Seattle; offers home food deliv- King County 2-1-1 Community Resource Located at 811 Maynard Ave. S., Seattle. for anyone in need. Phone 206-722-5101. ery to those who are homebound. Clients Online (CRO) is one of the most up-to-date Offers a Christmas Day meal for anyone in may visit the pantry once per week. Phone and comprehensive databases of health and need, Dec. 25. Phone 206-621-0145. Northwest Harvest 206-812-4970. human services in King County. Located at 711 Cherry Street, Seattle. If you find you need help assembling a Phinney Neighborhood Association Provides to to anyone in need. Phone 206- El Centro de la Raza holiday dinner, consider visiting a local Located at 5515 Phinney Ave. N, Seattle. 625-0755. Located at 2524 16th Ave. S., Seattle. Op- food bank. Offers a special holiday meal before the erates a food pantry for anyone in need. It’s important to note that many food holiday, serving traditional holiday foods., Food banks Government commodities available once banks serve residents only within a lim- Dec. 23. Phone 206-783-2244. per week to residents in select ZIP codes. ited geographic radius or within certain Phone 206-957-4634. ZIP codes. If you are unsure, please call ROOTS Young Adult Homeless Shelter Asian Counseling and Referral Service ahead to make sure you’re eligible. The Located at 1415 NE 43rd St., University Located at 919 S. King Street, Seattle. Food FamilyWorks following is a list of holiday meals and Temple UM Church, Seattle. Offers a multi- pantry provides supplemental culturally spe- Located at 1501 N. 45th St., Seattle. Food gifts. For a comprehensive list or more course, restaurant-quality Christmas dinner cific Asian-Pacific emergency food as well pantry provides commodities, baby food information about holiday resources, call for anyone in need; Dec. 26. More info at as a hot meal once a week to low-income and formula to North Seattle area residents. 1-800-621-4636 or 206-461-3200, or visit http://rootsinfo.org. people in need. Phone 206-292-5714. Clients may visit the food pantry once per www.211kingcounty.org. week. Also provides no-cook bags for peo- Salvation Army - NW William Booth Ballard Food Bank ple who are homeless. Phone 206-694-6723. Holiday lunches and dinners Center Located at 5130 Leary Ave. NW, Seattle. Located at 811 Maynard Ave. S., Seattle. Coordinates a food pantry for residents of Food Bank @ St. Mary's Blessed Sacrament Church Food Bank Offers a Christmas day meal for anyone in Ballard, Magnolia and Queen Anne. Some- Located at 611 20th Ave. S., Seattle. Oper- Located at 5050 8th Ave. NE, Seattle. Offers need, Dec. 25. Phone 206-621-0145. times has a limited supply of pet food. Pro- ates a food pantry for Seattle residents, in- Christmas meal to anyone in need; Dec. 20. vides weekly home delivery, determined on cluding commodities for east half of 98144. Phone 206-547-3020. Teen Feed a case-by-case basis. Clients may visit food Provides non-cook food bags for homeless Located at 4515 16th Ave. NE, Seattle. pantry once per week. Phone 206-789-7800. and special food bags for toddlers. Phone Chief Seattle Club Offers free holiday dinners for youth 206-324-7000 Ext. 18. Located at 410 2nd Ave. Extension S., and young adults on Christmas Eve and Beacon Avenue Food Bank Seattle. Provides a Christmas meal for club Christmas Day. Both meals to be held at Located at 6230 Beacon Ave. S., Bethany Jewish Family Service members or American Indians and Alaska the University Congregational Church, Church of Christ, Seattle. Provides food Located at 1601 16th Ave., Seattle. Operates Natives only; Dec. 25. Phone 206-292-6214. Dec. 24 -25. Phone 206-522-4366. for anyone in need; also provides limited a food pantry for residents of ZIP codes baby food formula, and limited diapers as 98101, 98102, 98112, 98121 and 98122, Mount Zion Baptist Church Thai Siam Restaurant available; clients may visit once per week. and for all Jewish people in King County. Located at 1634 19th Ave., Seattle. Provides Located at 8305 15th Ave. NW, Seattle. Phone 206-722-5105. Phone 206-461-3240. a lunch, holiday celebration and toy give- Provides a free Christmas Day turkey dinner away for children ages 12 and younger while for anyone in need, Dec. 25. More info at Bethany Community Church supplies last. Lunch is Dec. 19 and is open http://www.thaisiamrestaurant.com. Located at 8023 Green Lake Dr. N., Seattle. to all those in need; first come, first served. YouthCare Provides a food pantry once a week for Phone 206-322-6500. Located at 1828 Yale Ave., Seattle. Provides people in need. Additionally, grocery bags

Tenth Ave. S Hillclimb project nearly complete Staircase linking Chinatown to Yesler Terrace set to open in January 2016

courtesy of Seattle Housing Authority photo by Nancy gardner

Area residents will soon have a quicker and more enjoyable way to go between the Little Saigon and Yesler Terrace neighborhoods. The preliminary drawing, left, shows how the pedestrian staircase, complete with 24-hour lighting, seating areas, and a wheelchair-accessible ramp will make traveling easier. At right, the hillclimb pictured in early November. In December, 2012, JPMorgan Chase Foundation awarded SHA a $650,000 grant to support the design and completion of the Hillclimb. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provided an additional $700,00 toward construction. The hillclimb will also include artwork designed and crafted by residents and neighbors.

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