Mayor Greg Nickels has proposed an update and rezone to the city's multi-family code, which includes eliminating parking requirements in urban centers and incentive zoning to bring in more affordable homes and rentals.
The changes are…MORE
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Maier sworn in
Wed, 12/05/07
Peter Maier signs a document and it's official, as he is sworn in as Seattle School board member during oath of office ceremonies at the Seattle School District last week. He defeated incumbent Sally Soriano.
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A Bit Like A Totem Pole
Wed, 12/05/07
The nutcracker that looks like Northwest totem pole holding fish and it is called "Dodem Nutcracker" by artist Laura Grames. Photo by Steve Shay
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Customers crowd before closing of Ballard QFC
Wed, 12/05/07
Last Saturday crowds converged on the grocery store the day before it closed. Many items were on sale including 50 percent off on most perishables.
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'Nutcracker March' at Salty's on Alki
Wed, 12/05/07
by Steve Shay
With Christmas approaching, thoughts turn to giving, lights, and joy.
Gerry Kingen, owner of Salty's on Alki, has gone a bit overboard this year by celebrating all three, peppering his restaurants with 18 larger-than-…MORE
Ferries could ply from Shilshole
Wed, 12/05/07
The board of the King County Ferry District has adopted a plan, budget and financing a potential ferry route from Shilshole to downtown.
Besides the Vashon ferry and year-around West Seattle Water Taxi, the council also approved five "…MORE
Alia Paddock wins Macy's essay contest
Wed, 12/05/07
Madison Middle School sixth grade student Alia Paddock recently won the Macy's "Follow a Leader" essay contest.
The competition involved writing a letter to one of 26 Seattle business leaders. Alia chose to write to Brenda F. Barnette CEO…MORE
Candidates sought for Women's Commission
Wed, 12/05/07
The city is seeking candidates for a vacant position on the Seattle Women's Commission which advises the mayor, City Council and city departments on issues that impact women in Seattle.
As advisors to the mayor, City Council and city…MORE
GoLoco.org helps rideshare seekers
Wed, 12/05/07
Every day Seattleites hop in their cars ready to start another day. For a lucky few, the commute is easy.
MOREClimate change project to seek 'real solutions'
Wed, 12/05/07
With the future of water supplies endangered from climate change and continued population growth, region leaders have launched a search for common ground and real solutions.
King County Executive Ron Sims kicked off the "Carpe Diem - the…MORE
