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Kenmore Council’s affordable housing mandate would encourage more middle housing
In a shift away from the Planning Commission’s recommendation, the Kenmore council prefers an Inclusionary Zoning mandate to incentivize smaller, more…
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Oliver J. Moffat
Shoreline council to discuss placemaking, alleys, density, and bikes
At risk federal grants, traffic safety projects, affordable housing tax breaks, and urban forestry are also on the May 12, Shoreline city council…
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Oliver J. Moffat
Shoreline drove 16% less
Telecommuting cut driving, preventing more emissions than Shoreline’s trees can ever sequester. Instead of more driving cuts, the Shoreline council…
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April 2025

Kenmore Police Report Highlights Regional Crisis Response Success
Kenmore Police Report shows continued low crime rate despite low staffing rates. Collaboration with King County Sheriff and Regional Crisis Response…
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Shoreline could get a Pump Track on the Interurban Trail
Shoreline could purchase a 1.35-acre vacant lot along the Interurban Trail to be developed into a Pump Track
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North King County has the worst homeless shelter shortage in the county
Compared to other cities, Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, Bothell, and Woodinville have the worst shortage of temporary shelters for homeless…
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August King County Park Levy would fund new parks, trails, and pools
A levy on the August ballot, co-sponsored by Council member Rod Dembowski, would bring millions for North King County recreation if passed.
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Oliver J. Moffat
Kenmore Planning Commission recommends mandatory affordable housing
A “Inclusionary Zoning” proposal was recommended by A Regional Coalition for Housing (ARCH) and requires at least 10% of units be affordable
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Kenmore accepts $8 million for Lakepointe park acquisition
Kenmore will accept $8 million from King County towards the planned waterfront park at the Lakepointe industrial lot.
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Uncertain funding for transportation projects in Shoreline
Trump cuts and escalating costs are putting Shoreline transportation projects at risk of delays
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More layoffs likely for Shoreline schools
Shoreline schools face a $6.5M budget deficit for 2025-26, likely leading to more staff layoffs. A draft layoff plan will be discussed at the April 1st…
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March 2025

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