Seattle Parks and Recreation Department Superintendent Tim Gallagher will attend the annual meeting of Groundswell NW March 9 to discuss the implementation of the Parks Levy, which was passed by Seattle voters last fall.

The meeting will be held at the Ballard Community Center, 6020 28th Ave. N.W. from 7 to 9 p.m. Gallagher will be asked about the status of the acquisition of open spaces at Crown Hill and Webster schools.

The event is a dessert potluck and will also feature Groundswell's annual Local Heroes awards and election of Groundswell officers for the next year.

Please contact Dave Boyd, 498-6636 or dave.boyd1@comcast.net for more info.