Information from City of Seattle
Seattle Department of Neighborhoods (DON) is currently accepting applications for the Neighborhood Matching Fund (NMF) Community Partnership Fund. This granting program supports grassroots projects that build stronger communities.
Gregory Wayne Galitzeck, the man accused of stealing copper wire from the West Seattle Bridge while impersonating a utility worker, failed to appear for his scheduled arraignment today. In response to his absence, the court has issued a $5,000 bench warrant for his arrest.
Galitzeck's charges stem from a June 27 incident where he was spotted on the bridge deck at approximately 1:16 a.m.. When questioned by a patrolling officer, Galitzeck claimed to be a Seattle City Light employee who had been on the job for two months and was repairing a "snag" in the bridge lights. However, he could not provide identification and was unable to explain the absence of colleagues or work trucks. Seattle City Light later confirmed that no personnel were authorized to be on the bridge that morning.
During the initial arrest, police discovered:
Prepare for a weekend of coastal creativity as the Alki Art Fair returns to the shores of West Seattle from July 17-19, 2026. This free, family-friendly community celebration invites visitors to take in colorful views while strolling the promenade, offering a unique opportunity to eat and shop among an expansive lineup of local talent.
A Gallery on the Promenade
The fair transforms the beach into a vibrant outdoor gallery featuring a wide range of painters, illustrators, ceramicists, and jewelers. For those looking to discover the next big name in the local scene, the fair continues its commitment to accessibility through the Emerging Artists booth, providing a platform for creators of all ages.
The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) has released a comprehensive review of the West Seattle Junction and Triangle, revealing that while the neighborhood is a thriving hub for pedestrians and transit users, on-street parking has reached a breaking point.
The study was initiated to understand how the curb space—last reviewed in 2017—is functioning following years of growth in housing, outdoor dining, and delivery activity. The findings suggest that as the neighborhood prepares for future light rail development, demand for the limited 1,290 parking and loading spaces is higher than ever.
Starting Sunday, July 12, West Seattle’s brunch scene is getting a Mediterranean-inspired upgrade. Nadia Khazaal, responding to frequent customer requests for more local brunch spots, has spent weeks developing a menu for the Phoencia Restaurant that takes traditional breakfast staples and reimagines them with a signature "Phoenecia Twist". Running every Sunday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the new offering is designed as a sophisticated alternative for adults to gather for food and conversation rather than sports.
Sweet and Savory Innovation
More than 300 people took part in the annual Admiral 4th of July kids Parade. Leading the way was an antique fire truck, followed by families, festooned in patriotic colors.
They traveled from 44th and Sunset to Hamilton Viewpoint Park where they enjoyed holiday food favorties. Sack races, food trucks & entertainment were all part.
The Seattle Police Department was there to keep order and do community relations. The Seattle Fire Department was on hand as well.
The West Seattle dining scene is set for a flavorful transformation as Taste and Best Authentic Indian Cuisine prepares to open its doors at 4752 California Ave SW. The new restaurant will take over the prominent space that has been home to just closed, Great American Diner and Bar since 2017.
A Broad Culinary Vision
Owned by Yaajasy, who has been in the United States for approximately six years, Taste and Best aims to provide a comprehensive "Pan-Indian" dining experience. While the restaurant specializes in South Indian delicacies from regions like Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka, the menu will cover the entire nation.
Diners can expect a diverse range of offerings including:
Valerie "Val" Wright, a beloved wife, mother, and devoted woman of faith, passed away on April 22, 2026, in Renton, Washington, at the age of 88, due to complications of Alzheimer's Disease. She passed quickly and quietly with family at her side.
The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) is nearing a major milestone in the SW Barton Street Layover Repaving Project, a critical infrastructure effort to permanently repair a failing stretch of roadway plagued by unstable soil and heavy bus traffic.
Seattle Police Blotter
A 47-year-old man was arrested early Saturday after he Impersonated a Seattle City Light employee while trying to steal copper wire from the West Seattle Bridge.
At about 1:16 a.m. June 27, an officer was conducting proactive DUI patrol when he drove past a man standing in the narrow shoulder of the westbound lanes on the bridge deck looking toward the water. Believing the man was possibly trying to commit suicide, the officer exited the bridge and reentered on the eastbound side. Taking a closer look at the man, the officer saw him rolling up what appeared to be wire. The officer managed to get back on the westbound side of the bridge so he could talk to the man. It was then when he saw the man carrying several spools of copper.
When the officer asked the man what he was doing the man said he was a Seattle City Light employee. He claimed he was repairing bridge lights because of a “snag”.
