In an attempt to encourage developers to build more affordable housing for middle-income workers, Mayor Greg Nickels has released a revamped version of Seattle's tax exemption program, which builders say has never "penciled out."
The…MORE
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Superintendent wants to be at top; stay there
Mon, 08/20/07
Seattle Public Schools' principals were the students last week as the new superintendent, who pulled out names on Popsicle sticks, quizzed them on best practices at the Summer Leadership Institute, a two week professional development session.…MORE
Trail permit needed
Mon, 08/20/07
Construction on the extension of the Burke Gilman Trail from Northwest 60th Street to Golden Gardens Park hit another snag recently when the Seattle Department of Transportation realized it didn't have a necessary storm water permit.
The $…MORE
West Seattle Little League All Stars- District Champs Take 3rd In State
Fri, 08/17/07
The Washington State Little League Baseball All Star Championship was held at Badger Mountain Park, Richland, WA. July 21-28th. Our very own West Seattle Little League All Stars (11-12year old boys) won 3rd place in this prestigious State…MORE
Young hero recounts wild chase
Thu, 08/16/07
Mike Bonifazi is quick to tell you he likes to avoid "the H-word" as much as possible. But it is hard to do these days because to many, he is a hero.
The recent Kennedy High School graduate had big plans upon graduation. However, risking…MORE
South King Fire & Rescue lid lift back on upcoming ballot
Thu, 08/16/07
The South King Fire & Rescue District could save up to $1 million over six years if voters approve Proposition 1 on the Aug. 21 primary election ballot, according to Chief Al Church.
Proposition 1, a property tax levy lid lift measure…MORE
Federal Way annexation vote slated for next week
Thu, 08/16/07
Voters on both sides of the annexation dividing line will decide the issue on August 21, a date set by the Federal Way City Council last May.
The August 21 date coincides with the state primary election.
The combined population of…MORE
Burien city hall and library costs rise
Tue, 08/14/07
Groundbreaking has yet to occur for the new Burien City Hall/King County Regional Library at Town Square, but its cost keeps going up.
Burien council members learned about the latest cost overrun at their Aug. 6 meeting.
Originally…MORE
Young hero recounts wild chase
Tue, 08/14/07
Mike Bonifazi is quick to tell you he likes to avoid "the H-word" as much as possible. But it is hard to do these days because to many, he is a hero.
The recent Kennedy High School graduate had big plans upon graduation. However, risking…MORE
Highline School Board to vote on $168 million budget
Tue, 08/14/07
Highline School Board members are expected to approve on Aug. 22 a $168 million general fund budget for the 2007-2008 school year.
There was no public comment on the budget proposal at an Aug. 8 public hearing.
New finance director…MORE
