August 2008

New Statue of Liberty Plaza to be unveiled at all-day celebration Saturday, Sept. 6

Libby and Paul Carr, Co-Chairs of the Seattle Statue of Liberty Plaza Project, and Seattle Parks and Recreation announced today that the unveiling of the new Statue of Liberty Plaza on Seattle's Alki Beach will take place at an all-day celebration on Saturday, September 6.

Art, crafts, and food vendors; the Uptown Jazz Band; and a celebration cake will kick off the festivities at 11 a.m. at the Seattle landmark at 61st Ave. SW and Alki Ave.

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NEW STATUE OF LIBERTY PLAZA TO BE UNVEILED AT ALL-DAY CELEBRATION SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2008

Libby and Paul Carr, Co-Chairs of the Seattle Statue of Liberty Plaza Project, and Seattle Parks and Recreation announced today that the unveiling of the new Statue of Liberty Plaza on Seattle's Alki Beach will take place at an all-day celebration on Saturday, September 6.

Art, crafts, and food vendors; the Uptown Jazz Band; and a celebration cake will kick off the festivities at 11 a.m. at the Seattle landmark at 61st Ave. SW and Alki Ave.

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Plant of the Month: Nootka Rose

Summer is winding down. Rose hips on our wild Nootka Rose are beginning to swell and mature. Named after a Native American group on Vancouver Island, the Nuu-chah-nulth people, incorrectly known as the Nootka, this rose is common to many parts of the northwest. Nuu-chah-nulth people are found along the Vancouver Island coast, and are most closely related to the Makah people of Washington State.

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Why conserve water?

The Highline Water District should be commended for the plan to redevelop the small McMicken Well site.

However, the District's redevelopment of wells is too slow. At least half of the district's water supply should be coming from wells. This slow well redevelopment, along with a misguided conservation plan and high Seattle water rates are SEVERELY DAMAGING THE AIR WE BREATHE.

To improve the air environment, the District must establish a low flat rate with unlimited water usage for the 3/4-inch residential water line user.

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Tukwila treasure hunt scheduled for September 6

In celebration of the city of Tukwila's 100th birthday, on Sept. 6, city officials will be holding a high-tech treasure hunt using GPS receivers to guide teams to treasures around the city.

The event is part of a broader Health, Safety and Wellness Expo on the same day.

Geocaching, as it is popularly termed, is a high-tech treasure hunting game using GPS devices to locate hidden containers, called geocaches.

In June, the Association of Washington Cities recognized the city of Tukwila as a WellCity for the fifth year in a row.

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Owners keep eye on best friend with Doggie Cams

Dogs are people, too.

No one knows this better than Terri Benish. Let's just say her clients are furry, playful and full of energy.

She wouldn't have it any other way, for she is living her passion--working with animals.

Benish is a new business owner in Burien, operating Wag The Dog Daycare at 15227 Ambaum Boulevard Southwest.

A big advantage for a pet owner is the daycare's Doggie Cams.

Benish believes the four-camera surveillance is one of the major reasons people bring their pets.

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Sea-Tac wins award for stormwater plan

The Port of Seattle has announced the selection of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport as the winner of the 2008 Environmental Achievement Award from Airports Council International - North America.

The award in the Mitigation Category recognized Sea-Tac's Comprehensive Stormwater Management Program addressing stormwater issues for the airport's multi-year expansion project.

Sea-Tac Airport's program was recognized as reflecting the priorities of an environmentally sensitive community by focusing on surface-water runoff quality, flooding and endangered salmon.

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SeaTac seeks applications for neighborhood beautification

The City of SeaTac is seeking applications to their Neighborhood Grant Program, which provides citizen groups matching funds for neighborhood improvement projects.

The purpose of the program is to encourage cooperation as neighborhoods build their identity, clean up and undertake beatification projects.

Projects can include signage, kiosks, landscaped traffic islands or portions of a right-of-way, community gardens or parks, historical markers, neighborhood curbside clean up day, or other unique ideas.

As a 50 percent matching grant program citizens typically f

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