A process that began two and a half years ago might be nearing completion after the Des Moines City Council voted unanimously on April 26 to update and make changes to their Shoreline Master Plan.
The updated plan will now go to the state…MORE
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Ferrell's making another run
Tue, 05/08/07
It's a warm day in Federal Way, and Jim Ferrell has opted for the iced coffee instead of the latte at Marissa's.
He speaks quickly and expressively, and for a moment his jubilation seems somewhat induced by his late afternoon caffeine jolt…MORE
Lost West Seattle views can chop home value
Tue, 05/08/07
West Seattle is well known for its dazzling views of Mount Rainier, the Olympic Mountains, Puget Sound and downtown Seattle.
MOREBurien lawmakers discuss Lora Lake Apartments
Tue, 05/08/07
Burien City Council members continued on April 30 to discuss the Lora Lake Apartments, which are due to be vacated this summer to make more land available for new development planned by the city and the Port of Seattle.
The Port, which…MORE
SR 509 costs are cut by Port land deal
Tue, 05/08/07
Port of Seattle Commission President John Creighton announced last week that an agreement in principle has been reached with their regional partners on a land deal for the State Route 509 highway extension.
The land deal will slash the…MORE
Center turns 40
Tue, 05/08/07
Sea-Tac Occupational Skills Center celebrated its 40th anniversary on May 1 by changing its name to Puget Sound Skills Center.
The new name more accurately demonstrates that the center draws students from Seattle to Fife, principal/…MORE
Update: Governor signs Puget Sound cleanup bills in Des Moines
Tue, 05/08/07
Gov. Chris Gregoire signed into law May 7 at Des Moines Beach Park a series of legislation to protect and restore Puget Sound.
State Rep.
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Burien beacon or tilted screw?
Tue, 05/08/07
A proposed 40-foot, $80,000 tilted sculpture envisioned as the centerpiece of Burien's Town Square is turning lawmakers, city staffers and residents into art critics.
Proponents say the sculpture recalls the city's past and will be Burien'…MORE
Port of Seattle seeks 'vibrant maritime economy'
Tue, 05/08/07
The Port Commission has directed Port staff to take action on a series of steps designed to demonstrate the Port's role as a leader in environmental stewardship and remediation.
"The Commission is committed to a strong and vibrant maritime…MORE
Fraud costs northwest households
Tue, 05/08/07
Insurance fraud it costs northwest households between $200 and $300 each year in higher insurance premiums.
A recent study conducted by the National Insurance Crime Bureau shows property/casualty insurance fraud costs Americans nearly $30…MORE
