Love Lictonhttps://lovelicton.com/2021-07-30T20:00:00-07:00The Licton Springs BlogCelebrate Pilgrim Coffeehouse's Grand Opening!2021-07-30T20:00:00-07:002021-07-30T20:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2021-07-30:/pilgrim-coffeehouse-grand-opening-2021.html<p><a href="/images/2021_pilgrim/full_sign.jpg"><img alt="Grand opening sign" src="/images/2021_pilgrim/full_sign.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Today was the first day in over a year that I walked into a business without a mask. It was a surreal and joyful experience. Life feels, finally, to be on the verge of ordinary.</p>
<p><a href="/images/2021_pilgrim/outside.jpg"><img alt="outside view of pilgrim" src="/images/2021_pilgrim/outside.jpg"></a></p>
<p>I entered Pilgrim Coffeehouse, which is celebrating its grand opening over the next few days …</p><p><a href="/images/2021_pilgrim/full_sign.jpg"><img alt="Grand opening sign" src="/images/2021_pilgrim/full_sign.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Today was the first day in over a year that I walked into a business without a mask. It was a surreal and joyful experience. Life feels, finally, to be on the verge of ordinary.</p>
<p><a href="/images/2021_pilgrim/outside.jpg"><img alt="outside view of pilgrim" src="/images/2021_pilgrim/outside.jpg"></a></p>
<p>I entered Pilgrim Coffeehouse, which is celebrating its grand opening over the next few days. The coffeehouse is in Oak Tree Village, at the exact location that one of Starbuck's original North Seattle locations <a href="https://lovelicton.com/original_north_seattle_starbucks_closing.html">closed almost three years ago</a>.</p>
<p><a href="/images/2021_pilgrim/inside.jpg"><img alt="inside view of pilgrim" src="/images/2021_pilgrim/inside.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Even before its official Grand Opening, the coffeehouse has brought new life to the plaza, the freshly roasted coffee bringing me in almost every single day. This coffeehouse near the <a href="https://lovelicton.com/vibrant-art-aurora-2018.html">beautifully re-imagined Aurora Ave N Pedestrian bridge</a> is in a way itself acting as Licton Spring's bridge to a post-pandemic world.</p>
<p><a href="/images/2021_pilgrim/coffee_cup.jpg"><img alt="Espresso Shake" src="/images/2021_pilgrim/coffee_cup.jpg"></a></p>
<p>If you haven't been to Pilgrim Coffeehouse, or are just looking for something to do, or want to celebrate the return to some level of normalcy, now is a great time to go! Over the next few days, there will be some fun activities, give-aways, and food vendors. And, as always, a great cup of locally roasted coffee.</p>
<p><a href="/images/2021_pilgrim/event_1.jpg"><img alt="Outside Activities" src="/images/2021_pilgrim/event_1.jpg"></a></p>
<p><a href="/images/2021_pilgrim/event_2.jpg"><img alt="Activity List" src="/images/2021_pilgrim/event_2.jpg"></a></p>
<p><a href="/images/2021_pilgrim/event_3.jpg"><img alt="Drink Special" src="/images/2021_pilgrim/event_3.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Find out more about the Grand Opening on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pilgrim_coffeehouse/?hl=en">Pilgrim's instagram</a>.</p>Check out the new North Seattle Marketplace2020-11-27T20:00:00-08:002020-11-27T20:00:00-08:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2020-11-27:/north-seattle-marketplace.html<p><a href="https://support-local.com/">Support Local</a> is a customizable, turnkey marketplace that helps small businesses to band together as a neighborhood — getting them online and shoppable, all in one place.</p>
<p>Check out the new <a href="http://northseattlemarketplace.com/products/">North Seattle Marketplace</a> for some great local gift ideas. Our favorites so far are the North Seattle Proud shirts and …</p><p><a href="https://support-local.com/">Support Local</a> is a customizable, turnkey marketplace that helps small businesses to band together as a neighborhood — getting them online and shoppable, all in one place.</p>
<p>Check out the new <a href="http://northseattlemarketplace.com/products/">North Seattle Marketplace</a> for some great local gift ideas. Our favorites so far are the North Seattle Proud shirts and Pilgrim's Coffee! </p>
<h1>SupportSeattleSmallBiz</h1>
<p><a href="/images/north_seattle_proud.jpeg"><img alt="North Seattle Proud Shirt" src="/images/north_seattle_proud.jpeg"></a></p>Small Business Stabilization Fund has Reopened until 11/302020-11-14T20:00:00-08:002020-11-14T20:00:00-08:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2020-11-14:/small-business-fund-COVID-2020.html<p>Do you have a small business in Seattle? Has your business been impacted by COVID-19?</p>
<p>The Small Business Stabilization Fund has reopened! The Small Business Stabilization Fund provides $10,000 grants to small businesses throughout Seattle who have been financially impacted by COVID-19. This fund prioritizes businesses located in areas …</p><p>Do you have a small business in Seattle? Has your business been impacted by COVID-19?</p>
<p>The Small Business Stabilization Fund has reopened! The Small Business Stabilization Fund provides $10,000 grants to small businesses throughout Seattle who have been financially impacted by COVID-19. This fund prioritizes businesses located in areas of the city that are at risk of high-displacement, businesses with 5 employees or less, creative sector businesses, non profits that provide economic supports through education and job training, and businesses that have experienced the greatest economic impacts.</p>
<p>Applications open 11/9, the deadline to apply is 11/30, at 11:59 p.m.</p>
<p>For more information visit seattle.gov/SmallBusinessStabilizationFund</p>
<p>Questions or assistance contact Seattle Office of Economic Development at 206-684-8090 or oed@seattle.gov. In-language interpretation is available.</p>
<h1>SupportSeattleSmallBiz</h1>
<p><a href="/images/smallbusinesscovidloan2020.png"><img alt="Seattle Office of Economic Development" src="/images/smallbusinesscovidloan2020.png"></a></p>Check Out the New Art in Licton Springs!2020-10-17T20:00:00-07:002020-10-17T20:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2020-10-17:/greenways-art-2020.html<p>Next time you're walking around the neighborhood, take a stroll down 92nd and 100th between Fremont and Wallingford to see <a href="https://artbeat.seattle.gov/2020/10/14/art-interruptions-2020-licton-springs-neighborhood-greenway/">all sorts of art exhibits!</a> </p>
<p>We had a chance to check out, "One Time, One Meeting: A Community Shrine” by <a href="http://www.purplegatedesign.com/">Erin Shigaki</a>. The wooden placards bear words of hope and …</p><p>Next time you're walking around the neighborhood, take a stroll down 92nd and 100th between Fremont and Wallingford to see <a href="https://artbeat.seattle.gov/2020/10/14/art-interruptions-2020-licton-springs-neighborhood-greenway/">all sorts of art exhibits!</a> </p>
<p>We had a chance to check out, "One Time, One Meeting: A Community Shrine” by <a href="http://www.purplegatedesign.com/">Erin Shigaki</a>. The wooden placards bear words of hope and contemplation by and for the community during the global pandemic. </p>
<p>Have you had a chance to see these art pieces in Licton Springs? Share a photo below! </p>
<p><a href="/images/artlictonspringsgreenway.png"><img alt="Seattle Art Interruptions by Seattle Department of Transportation 1% for Art funds & Office of Arts & Culture " src="/images/artlictonspringsgreenway.png"></a></p>No 2020 Licton Springs Halloween Event This Year2020-09-23T20:00:00-07:002020-09-23T20:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2020-09-23:/halloween-2020.html<p>We heard from the Licton Springs Community Council that the 2020 Licton Springs Halloween Trick ‘o Treat event is canceled due to Covid-19. The council discussed possible ways to try to navigate the safety issues, but given restrictions set by both King County and the city, they found there was …</p><p>We heard from the Licton Springs Community Council that the 2020 Licton Springs Halloween Trick ‘o Treat event is canceled due to Covid-19. The council discussed possible ways to try to navigate the safety issues, but given restrictions set by both King County and the city, they found there was no safe way to hold the event. </p>
<p>They hope to be back next year bigger and better than ever. </p>
<p>Stay safe!</p>Check Out The Newest Little Free Library in Licton Springs!2020-08-28T13:00:00-07:002020-08-28T13:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2020-08-28:/little-free-library-2020.html<p>A neighbor posted on the local <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/131617810551046">Licton Springs Buy Nothing Group</a> that there is another <a href="https://littlefreelibrary.org/">Little Free Library</a> in Licton Springs! </p>
<p>Take a stroll over to 89th and Meridian to checkout the beautiful blue Little Free Library filled with great books to borrow. </p>
<p><a href="/images/littlefreelibrarymeridian.jpg"><img alt="Little Free Library at 89th and Meridian" src="/images/littlefreelibrarymeridian.jpg"></a></p><p>A neighbor posted on the local <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/131617810551046">Licton Springs Buy Nothing Group</a> that there is another <a href="https://littlefreelibrary.org/">Little Free Library</a> in Licton Springs! </p>
<p>Take a stroll over to 89th and Meridian to checkout the beautiful blue Little Free Library filled with great books to borrow. </p>
<p><a href="/images/littlefreelibrarymeridian.jpg"><img alt="Little Free Library at 89th and Meridian" src="/images/littlefreelibrarymeridian.jpg"></a></p>Virtual Performance from Licton Spring's Robert Eagle Staff Middle School2020-08-16T19:00:00-07:002020-08-16T19:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2020-08-16:/RES-Virtual-Concert.html<p>If you haven't seen it yet, please enjoy this virtual performance from Licton Spring's Robert Eagle Staff Middle School. Although we may be physically apart, we can still make music together. The love and joy of learning a subject does not necessarily have to only occur in a classroom.</p>
<p>To …</p><p>If you haven't seen it yet, please enjoy this virtual performance from Licton Spring's Robert Eagle Staff Middle School. Although we may be physically apart, we can still make music together. The love and joy of learning a subject does not necessarily have to only occur in a classroom.</p>
<p>To learn more about the group's performance, check out the article from <a href="https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/local-school-marching-band-performs-virtual-concert/2IFZNLVXMJHFFD32Z5KLXVQDLQ/">KIRO</a>. </p>
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hA2Ti5cVfDA" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>ARTS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD: Licton Springs Traveling Musicians Aug 19, 5-7PM2020-08-15T21:00:00-07:002020-08-15T21:00:00-07:00janicelichtenwaldttag:lovelicton.com,2020-08-15:/arts-in-neighborhood-2020.html<p>Our lives have radically changed over the past six months, and many of the activities we used to enjoy have been postponed or canceled. This is especially true of live music, a cornerstone of modern-day Seattle. Live music has the power to bring communities together, to fill the heart with …</p><p>Our lives have radically changed over the past six months, and many of the activities we used to enjoy have been postponed or canceled. This is especially true of live music, a cornerstone of modern-day Seattle. Live music has the power to bring communities together, to fill the heart with joy, and spread happiness. And that is what we hope to do on August 19, from 5pm - 7pm. </p>
<p>Your <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council</a>, in partnership with the City of Seattle, are offering a small bright spot to your day. On <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2392434314393637/">Wednesday, August 19th from 5pm - 7pm</a>, local solo musicians will stroll through the streets of Licton Springs to provide an outdoor concert. Pull up a lawn chair or picnic blanket, grab some snacks and enjoy the free moving neighborhood concert. Please remember to wear your masks and keep 6ft between you and non-family members.<br>
<a href="/images/lictonspringscovidmusic.jpg"><img alt="Event Flyer" src="/images/lictonspringscovidmusic.jpg"></a></p>
<p>We are also raising funds by selling neighborhood t-shirts to help celebrate the designation of Licton Springs or líq’tәd, the area’s traditional name, as an official City of Seattle Landmark. This designation recognizes and celebrates Licton Springs / líq’tәd as a sacred site to the Duwamish people and other indeginous groups of the Pacific Northwest. The Licton Springs Community Council fully supported this designation and was working in partnership with UNEA and ClearSky Youth program to host a large celebration for this summer but, of course, plans changed. We will celebrate this designation at some point when gatherings are allowed again. Funds raised will support such future events.</p>
<p>The shirts feature the original name of Licton Springs: líq’tәd. líq’tәd means Red-Paint in Puget Sound’s Lushootseed language. We sought out and received approval to use the Lushootseed word in our efforts to educate the larger community about the rich history of our neighborhood. You can purchase your t-shirt at: https://www.zazzle.com/store/licton_springs_cc</p>
<p><a href="/images/lictonspringstshirts2020.jpeg"><img alt="Licton Springs Shirt Design 2020" src="/images/lictonspringstshirts2020.jpeg"></a></p>
<p>For questions, please email lictonsprings@hotmail.com</p>June Community Resources & Connections2020-05-29T13:00:00-07:002020-05-29T13:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2020-05-29:/june-2020-events.html<p>Every month, we share the upcoming community events in Licton Springs. Given the current environment, most meetings have been postponed or moved virtually. You can check out the meetings still happening below. </p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.seattle.gov/mayor/covid-19">Seattle Office of the Mayor COVID-19: Resources for Community</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.coronavirus.wa.gov">WA State Coronavirus Response</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/fornorthseattle/?ref=br_rs">For North Seattle</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/131617810551046/">Buy Nothing …</a></li></ul><p>Every month, we share the upcoming community events in Licton Springs. Given the current environment, most meetings have been postponed or moved virtually. You can check out the meetings still happening below. </p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.seattle.gov/mayor/covid-19">Seattle Office of the Mayor COVID-19: Resources for Community</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.coronavirus.wa.gov">WA State Coronavirus Response</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/fornorthseattle/?ref=br_rs">For North Seattle</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/131617810551046/">Buy Nothing Licton Springs/North College Park, Seattle, WA</a></li>
<li><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1H5qt--7wRfx4z5jzgi0aJtLKbyYr1vBDTA02Zt7gmac/edit?fbclid=IwAR1b9jnIpIjBdb06VCjw-U1B9Bs2jOdmKC-4VJIL931ASORQvOXnPilxzDo">Community Crowdsourced SEATTLE COVID-19 Document of Resources</a> </li>
</ul>
<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
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<p>Tuesday,June 2nd - Mineral Springs Park Meeting, 7PM-8PM, Phone Conference Call<br>
Discussion will include checking in on how the park is doing over the past month of social distancing/stay-at-home, sharing any updates and identifying emerging issues and discussion of what this summer may look like for the park. <br> To join, dial (425) 436-6353 and when asked for the pin enter 824120#. For any questions contact Randy.Wiger@seattle.gov. </p>
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<p>Wednesday, June 17th @ 6:30PM-8:30PM, <a href="http://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council Meeting</a>, Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84675350498 <br />
Note: Invite/Location subject to change. Check back at lovelicton.com or email lictonsprings@hotmail.com</p>
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<p>Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at <a href="mailto:lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a></p>Stay Healthy Streets Come to Licton Springs2020-05-02T14:00:00-07:002020-05-02T14:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2020-05-02:/stay-healthy-streets.html<p>Yesterday, SDOT announced 11 more miles of <a href="https://sdotblog.seattle.gov/2020/05/01/get-ready-11-more-miles-of-stay-healthy-streets-coming-your-way/">Stay Healthy Streets</a> including one in <a href="https://www.seattle.gov/Documents/Departments/SDOT/Greenways/NGW/StayHealthyStreets_AuroraLicton_Map.pdf">Licton Springs.</a></p>
<p><a href="https://sdotblog.seattle.gov/2020/04/16/announcing-stay-healthy-streets/">Stay Healthy Streets</a> are part of an initiative by the Mayor and SDOT to give people sufficent space to safely walk, bike, and roll for exercise and essential transportation. </p>
<p>Stay Healthy Streets are closed to …</p><p>Yesterday, SDOT announced 11 more miles of <a href="https://sdotblog.seattle.gov/2020/05/01/get-ready-11-more-miles-of-stay-healthy-streets-coming-your-way/">Stay Healthy Streets</a> including one in <a href="https://www.seattle.gov/Documents/Departments/SDOT/Greenways/NGW/StayHealthyStreets_AuroraLicton_Map.pdf">Licton Springs.</a></p>
<p><a href="https://sdotblog.seattle.gov/2020/04/16/announcing-stay-healthy-streets/">Stay Healthy Streets</a> are part of an initiative by the Mayor and SDOT to give people sufficent space to safely walk, bike, and roll for exercise and essential transportation. </p>
<p>Stay Healthy Streets are closed to thru-traffic – but not residents or deliveries – 24 hours a day, seven days a week for the duration of the emergency or until otherwise noted by the City of Seattle. People with destinations along Stay Healthy Streets – like residents, essential workers, emergency service providers, delivery providers, and garbage and recycling collectors will continue to have vehicle access.</p>
<p>If you're interested in volunteering to help with the Stay Heatlh Streets initiative, you can email NorthSeattleGreenway@Seattle.gov. </p>May Community Resources & Connections2020-04-30T13:00:00-07:002020-04-30T13:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2020-04-30:/may-2020-events.html<p>Every month, we share the upcoming community events in Licton Springs. Given the current environment, most meetings have been postponed or moved virtually. You can check out the meetings still happening below. </p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.seattle.gov/mayor/covid-19">Seattle Office of the Mayor COVID-19: Resources for Community</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.coronavirus.wa.gov">WA State Coronavirus Response</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/fornorthseattle/?ref=br_rs">For North Seattle</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/131617810551046/">Buy Nothing …</a></li></ul><p>Every month, we share the upcoming community events in Licton Springs. Given the current environment, most meetings have been postponed or moved virtually. You can check out the meetings still happening below. </p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.seattle.gov/mayor/covid-19">Seattle Office of the Mayor COVID-19: Resources for Community</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.coronavirus.wa.gov">WA State Coronavirus Response</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/fornorthseattle/?ref=br_rs">For North Seattle</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/131617810551046/">Buy Nothing Licton Springs/North College Park, Seattle, WA</a></li>
<li><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1H5qt--7wRfx4z5jzgi0aJtLKbyYr1vBDTA02Zt7gmac/edit?fbclid=IwAR1b9jnIpIjBdb06VCjw-U1B9Bs2jOdmKC-4VJIL931ASORQvOXnPilxzDo">Community Crowdsourced SEATTLE COVID-19 Document of Resources</a> </li>
</ul>
<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Tuesday,May 5th - Mineral Springs Park Meeting, 7PM-8PM, Phone Conference Call<br>
Discussion will include checking in on how the park is doing over the past month of social distancing/stay-at-home, sharing any updates and identifying emerging issues and discussion of what this summer may look like for the park. <br> To join, dial (425) 436-6353 and when asked for the pin enter 824120#. For any questions contact Randy.Wiger@seattle.gov. </p>
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<p>Thursday,May 7th - Mayor Town Hall: North Seattle, 4:30PM-6PM, Skype<br>
Join Mayor Jenny A. Durkan, Councilmember Juarez, Councilmember Petersen, Councilmember Strauss and City of Seattle Department Directors for a conversation about North Seattle community needs and how we can work together to support our communities, especially those most impacted, during this pandemic. Following the community discussion, there will be a webinar so you can work directly with the City departments on essential services, resources, and solutions that are important to you.
RSPV at <a href="https://tinyurl.com/townhallcovid">https://tinyurl.com/townhallcovid</a> <br>
You can join the meeting from any PC or mobile device browser with this link: <a href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fjoin-noam.broadcast.skype.com%2Fseattle.gov%2Fac6b2a5bb2964bd88b6929bd7fe7d927&data=02%7C01%7C%7C999d36abfa63421f447b08d7eb8beabe%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637236858475381921&sdata=%2BFxpXTGtIRGHHM%2BFdQHh%2BWPmrGEyA9V7uQMUJdevhDc%3D&reserved=0">Join the meeting</a></p>
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<p>Wednesday, May 20th @ 6:30PM-8:30PM, <a href="http://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council Meeting</a>, Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84675350498 <br />
Note: Invite/Location subject to change</p>
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<p>Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at <a href="mailto:lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a></p>Community Support in the Time of COVID-192020-04-25T21:00:00-07:002020-04-25T21:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2020-04-25:/coid19-foodbanks.html<p>In our previous post, we mentioned some community resources to help support you during this unpresedented time including the <a href="https://www.seattle.gov/mayor/covid-19">COVID-19 Resources from the Office of Mayor Jenny A. Durkan</a> and local community group, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/fornorthseattle/?ref=br_rs">For North Seattle</a>.</p>
<p>We would also like to highlight some ways to give back to support the …</p><p>In our previous post, we mentioned some community resources to help support you during this unpresedented time including the <a href="https://www.seattle.gov/mayor/covid-19">COVID-19 Resources from the Office of Mayor Jenny A. Durkan</a> and local community group, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/fornorthseattle/?ref=br_rs">For North Seattle</a>.</p>
<p>We would also like to highlight some ways to give back to support the most vulnerable in our community. </p>
<p><a href="https://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council</a> would like to invite you to join them in donating to the <a href="https://philanthropynw.org/wa-food-fund">Washington Food Fund</a> and <a href="https://epiclifechurch.churchcenter.com/giving">Epic Life Church's Support for Covid-Response to our Community</a>. </p>
<p>WA Food Fund is a relief fund which comprises of three Washington-based organizations working on the frontlines of food insecurity — <a href="https://foodlifeline.org/">Food Lifeline</a>, <a href="https://www.northwestharvest.org/">Northwest Harvest</a> and <a href="https://2-harvest.org/">Second Harvest</a> — who will use these funds to distribute food to hundreds of food banks across the state from our cities to our most rural communities. </p>
<p>Please note: due to Stay Home order, food banks are asking for donations to be made by credit card or check instead of in-person food drop offs. If you make a donation, please reach out to lictonsprings@hotmail.com to claim your virtual bouquet of flowers to say thank you.</p>
<p>Additionally, Aurora Commons has set up the <a href="https://www.auroracommons.org/covid19communityfund">COVID-19 Unshelted Community Fund</a> to help our unhoused community shelter in place by providing enough supplies to keep them warm, sheltered, and fed during this crisis.</p>
<p>Finally, <a href="https://www.togetherwashington.com/family-emergency-kits">Together Washington: Help Support Family Emergency Kits</a> is working with World Vision USA, For North Seattle, and Seattle Parks and Recreation to bring Family Emergency Kits with key essential items to some of the most vulnerable families in North Seattle.
You can donate <a href="https://secure.squarespace.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=5df2bdd44c2e38505cf2f42f&ss_cid=2385795e-2e3c-4118-958e-6fe08ce299b0&ss_cvisit=1587330247431&ss_cvr=386991c1-1b45-4420-b53d-b98a56fb162e|1587330244992|1587330244992|1587330244992|1&fbclid=IwAR3Zg6_Zpdv4hJwHdUbzr90lGb-4oKRd4u594LEPiwE0A5_4HgrQqTUQ2qw">here</a> and specify North Seattle as the location when you donate.</p>
<p>Do you know of another resource that our community should know about? Email us at <a href="mailto:lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a></p>
<p>Stay safe! </p>April Community Resources & Connections2020-04-04T13:00:00-07:002020-04-04T13:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2020-04-04:/april-2020-events.html<p>Every month, we share the upcoming community events in Licton Springs. Given the current environment, most meetings have been postponed or moved virtually. You can check out the meetings still happening below. This month, we'd like to share a few resources out. </p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.seattle.gov/mayor/covid-19">Seattle Office of the Mayor COVID-19: Resources for …</a></li></ul><p>Every month, we share the upcoming community events in Licton Springs. Given the current environment, most meetings have been postponed or moved virtually. You can check out the meetings still happening below. This month, we'd like to share a few resources out. </p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.seattle.gov/mayor/covid-19">Seattle Office of the Mayor COVID-19: Resources for Community</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.coronavirus.wa.gov">WA State Coronavirus Response</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/fornorthseattle/?ref=br_rs">For North Seattle</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/131617810551046/">Buy Nothing Licton Springs/North College Park, Seattle, WA</a></li>
<li><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1H5qt--7wRfx4z5jzgi0aJtLKbyYr1vBDTA02Zt7gmac/edit?fbclid=IwAR1b9jnIpIjBdb06VCjw-U1B9Bs2jOdmKC-4VJIL931ASORQvOXnPilxzDo">Community Crowdsourced SEATTLE COVID-19 Document of Resources</a> </li>
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<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
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<p>Tuesday, April 7th - Mineral Springs Park Community Meeting, 6:30PM-8PM, Phone Conference Call, Dial (425) 436-6353, when asked enter 824120#</p>
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<p>Wednesday, April 15th @ 6:30PM-8:30PM, <a href="http://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council Meeting</a>, Zoom https://zoom.us/j/521529297 <br />
Note: Later date due to meeting space availability </p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at <a href="mailto:lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a></p>March into Spring with Licton Springs Events2020-02-28T13:00:00-08:002020-02-28T13:00:00-08:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2020-02-28:/march-2020-events.html<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
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<p>Wednesday, March 4th @ 6-8PM, <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/fas/fire-station-31">Open House Discussion on Proposed Location for Fire Station 31</a>, North Seattle College (College Center Building, Room 1161, 9600 College Way N. in Seattle <br />
Together, the Seattle Fire Department (SFD) and the City’s Department of Finance and Administrative Services (FAS) have identified …</p></li></ul><h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
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<p>Wednesday, March 4th @ 6-8PM, <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/fas/fire-station-31">Open House Discussion on Proposed Location for Fire Station 31</a>, North Seattle College (College Center Building, Room 1161, 9600 College Way N. in Seattle <br />
Together, the Seattle Fire Department (SFD) and the City’s Department of Finance and Administrative Services (FAS) have identified a preferred permanent site for the new Fire Station 31 at 11302 Meridian Ave. N. The existing Fire Station 31 building at 1319 N. Northgate Way no longer meets SFD’s operational needs and your input is needed regarding the placement of the permanent fire station as well as an interim site at 11503 Interlake Ave. N. Attend an open house to learn about the proposed permanent and interim locations and share input. A brief formal presentation will occur at 6:45 p.m. Free parking is available on the north and south lots and bus and transit options are available. To request childcare, interpretation or ADA accommodation services, please contact realestate@seattle.gov. If you are unable to attend the public meeting and would like to share your thoughts, comments from the public are welcome via email at realestate@seattle.gov through March 18. If you need this information translated or in alternative formats, visit www.seattle.gov/fas/fire-station-31.</p>
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<p>Thursday, March 12th @ 7PM-830PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AuroraLicton/">Cancelled: ALUV Monthly Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church <br /></p>
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<p>Saturday, March 14th @ 10AM-2PM, <a href="/images/LictonSpringsPark2020.JPG">Licton Springs Park Work Party</a>, Licton Springs Park <br />
Join FRIENDS OF LICTON SPRINGS for our monthly work party.</p>
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<p>Wednesday, March 25th @ 6:30PM-8:30PM, <a href="http://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council Meeting</a>, Cascadia Elementary School <br />
Note: Later date due to meeting space availability </p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>To stay up to date on other activities coming up, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>.</p>
<p>Hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at <a href="mailto:lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a></p>Your Voice, Your Choice 2020: Share your ideas for park and street improvements2020-02-18T13:00:00-08:002020-02-18T13:00:00-08:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2020-02-18:/your-voice-your-choice-2020.html<h2>Your Voice, Your Choice Ideas Due March 18th</h2>
<p>Now’s your chance to share ideas for small-scale park and street improvements in your neighborhood during Your Voice, Your Choice 2020. Seattle Department of Neighborhoods is asking community members to democratically decide how to spend $2 million of the City’s …</p><h2>Your Voice, Your Choice Ideas Due March 18th</h2>
<p>Now’s your chance to share ideas for small-scale park and street improvements in your neighborhood during Your Voice, Your Choice 2020. Seattle Department of Neighborhoods is asking community members to democratically decide how to spend $2 million of the City’s budget on these improvements.</p>
<p>From February 18 to March 18, community members age 11 and up (13 and up to participate online) who live, work, go to school, receive services, or participate in activities in Seattle can <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/programs-and-services/your-voice-your-choice/get-involved/idea-collection">submit their idea online</a> or in-person at any Seattle Public Library branch. Projects could include park benches, trail improvements, marked crosswalks, and sidewalk repair, to name a few. The only criteria are the project ideas focus on physical improvements to Seattle’s parks or streets, benefit the public, and cost $150,000 or less.</p>
<p>Once ideas are submitted, volunteers are recruited to turn the ideas into 8 – 10 proposals per council district. Then this summer, everyone will have the opportunity to vote for the top projects within their district. Of the $2 million budget, approximately $185,00 is allocated to each council district. The remaining funds are allocated to projects in underrepresented communities or Equity and Environment Initiative (EEI) Focus Areas. </p>
<p>Share your ideas today! You can learn more about the YVYC process and how to get involved <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/programs-and-services/your-voice-your-choice">here</a>. For questions, email shaquan.smith@seattle.gov or call 206-256-5944.</p>
<p>Greenwood-Phinney Greenways will be hosting a community idea gathering event for YVYC @ their regular meeting on Tuesday March 10, 2020 at 7:30PM. This meeting will be held virtually via Zoom. Meeting ID: 695 749 283
https://zoom.us/j/695749283?pwd=c3IrdWZFbWpydTR3ZWVZN3lxY1JvQT09</p>Feb 2020 Events in Licton Springs2020-02-03T09:00:00-08:002020-02-03T09:00:00-08:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2020-02-03:/feb-2020-events.html<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
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<p>Wednesday, February 5th @ 2-3PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/600376797474390/">Northgate Ped/Bike Bridge Groundbreaking</a>, Northgate Station Garage <br /> The Northgate Ped/Bike Bridge is approaching a major milestone, please join in the celebration! CM Juarez is hosting a groundbreaking event to commemorate construction and to recognize all those who have made this project …</p></li></ul><h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
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<p>Wednesday, February 5th @ 2-3PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/600376797474390/">Northgate Ped/Bike Bridge Groundbreaking</a>, Northgate Station Garage <br /> The Northgate Ped/Bike Bridge is approaching a major milestone, please join in the celebration! CM Juarez is hosting a groundbreaking event to commemorate construction and to recognize all those who have made this project possible. At the event, you’ll hear from Seattle Department of Transportation Director Sam Zimbabwe, Sound Transit CEO Peter Rogoff, representatives from Washington State Department of Transportation, and key community groups.</p>
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<p>Wednesday, February 5th @ 7PM-830PM, <a href="https://seattlenpac.blogspot.com/">North Precinct Advisory Council</a>, Northhaven Senior Housing <br /> This meeting is devoted to promoting partnerships and information sharing between citizens and law enforcement and justice agencies to effectively address public safety issues.</p>
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<p>Saturday, February 8th @ 10AM-2PM, <a href="/images/LictonSpringsPark2020.JPG">Licton Springs Park Work Party</a>, Licton Springs Park <br />
Join FRIENDS OF LICTON SPRINGS for our monthly work party.</p>
</li>
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<p>Thursday, February 13th @ 7PM-830PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/466863684199728/">ALUV Monthly Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church <br /> Guest speaker this month is Mark Mendez Lake City’s mural mastermind. A continued goal for ALUV is community building and vibrancy through art and Mark has a wealth of knowledge that he will share.</p>
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<p>Wednesday, February 26th @ 6:30PM-8:30PM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council Meeting</a>, Cascadia Elementary School <br /></p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>To stay up to date on other activities coming up, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>.</p>
<p>Hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at <a href="mailto:lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a></p>Pedestrian Bridge Breaking Ground Today!2020-01-27T15:00:00-08:002020-01-27T15:00:00-08:00janicelichtenwaldttag:lovelicton.com,2020-01-27:/pedestrian-bridge-construction.html<p>Several Licton Springs Community Council board members stopped by the Northgate Ped/Bike Bridge Project Information Session held at North Seattle College on January 7th to learn more about construction efforts. </p>
<p>We are excited to share that the construction is approved to begin today, January 27, 2020. The bridge will …</p><p>Several Licton Springs Community Council board members stopped by the Northgate Ped/Bike Bridge Project Information Session held at North Seattle College on January 7th to learn more about construction efforts. </p>
<p>We are excited to share that the construction is approved to begin today, January 27, 2020. The bridge will connect NE 100th Ave and 1st Ave NE & NE 100th, near the future light rail station in Northgate. </p>
<p><a href="/images/ngatebridgeproject.JPG"><img alt="Map" src="/images/ngatebridgeproject.JPG"></a></p>
<p>Quick facts about the new bridge:</p>
<p>• When complete, the bridge will be 1,900 feet long. <br>
• West approach designed to maintain sightlines and preserve natural habitat <br>
• East approach designed to preserve parking<br>
• Only a 10-minute walk from one side to the other<br>
• 1,500 anticipated users per day<br>
• 16 feet wide<br>
• Estimated construction completion in Fall 2021<br>
• Typical construction hours are weekdays, 7am – 5pm<br>
• Occasional weekends and night work will occur<br>
• 2 freeway closures, on weekends and at night only, with detours<br>
• Temporary full closure of the North Seattle Park & Ride on 1st Ave NE<br>
• Trail closures on the North Seattle College campus<br></p>
<p>The first phase of construction over the next several months will focus on clearing vegetation, preparing watercourse work, drilling bridge shafts, and constructing girders for the bridge spans which happens offsite. As neighbors to the project, we can expect to see large machinery, dust, noise, debris, and traffic impacts from lane closures and shifts. </p>
<p><a href="/images/ngatebridgesummary.JPG"><img alt="Summary" src="/images/ngatebridgesummary.JPG"></a></p>
<p>To learn more visit www.seattle.gov/transportation/NorthgatePedBridge</p>
<p>Additionally, there will be a groundbreaking ceremony held on Feburary 5th from 2PM to 3PM at Northgate Station Garage (at the intersection of 1st Ave NE and NE 103rd St). At the event, you’ll hear from District 5 Councilmember Debora Juarez, Seattle Department of Transportation Director Sam Zimbabwe, Sound Transit CEO Peter Rogoff, and representatives from Washington State Department of Transportation and key community groups. To RSVP, please email northgatebridge@seattle.gov. </p>Licton Springs Neighborhood 2019-2020 Survey Results2020-01-22T23:00:00-08:002020-01-22T23:00:00-08:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2020-01-22:/survey-results-2020.html<p>LoveLicton is excited to share the 2019-2020 Licton Springs Community Council survey results. The survey began November 13, 2019 and ran through January 6, 2020. LSCC received 69 responses. The majority of respondents are long term residents, living in Licton Springs for more than 5 years. Only 29% of respondents …</p><p>LoveLicton is excited to share the 2019-2020 Licton Springs Community Council survey results. The survey began November 13, 2019 and ran through January 6, 2020. LSCC received 69 responses. The majority of respondents are long term residents, living in Licton Springs for more than 5 years. Only 29% of respondents had ever attended a LSCC meeting. <b> Please join us for the next LSCC meeting on February 26th from 6:30PM to 8:30PM at Cascadia School Library. </b> </p>
<p>Top themes included concerns over safety & crime, cleanliness/litter control, RVs in our neighborhood, state of the sidewalks (especially north of 100th), interest in business development/ additional commerce, and need for a <a href="https://lovelicton.com/aluv-cc-feasibility.html">community center</a>. </p>
<p><a href="/images/LSCCSurveyIssues.JPG"><img alt="LSCC Survey Results:Issues" src="/images/LSCCSurveyIssues.JPG"></a></p>
<p>As a result of the survey, the Licton Springs Community Council will be discussing the issues identified and sharing the results with our City representatives. Based on inital discussions with city representatives, they encouraged the continued use of the <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/customer-service-bureau/find-it-fix-it-mobile-app">Find It-Fix It app</a> for illegal dumping and other related issues. The community council will also reach out to individuals who have expressed interest in volunteering. </p>
<p>Thank you to <a href="https://www.saltblade.com/">Salt Blade</a> for sponsoring a prize for the survey. LSCC has contacted the winner. </p>
<p>Want to give back? <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council</a> is a 501c(3) organization which participates in the Fred Meyer Community Rewards Program as well as Amazon Smile. </p>Happy New Year! Celebrate with Licton Springs Jan 2020 Events2020-01-01T09:00:00-08:002020-01-01T09:00:00-08:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2020-01-01:/jan-20202-events.html<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
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<p>Tuesday, January 7th @ 12-1:30PM, <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/bridges-stairs-and-other-structures/bridges/northgate-pedestrian-and-bicycle-bridge">Northgate Bridge Construction Drop In Discussion</a>, North Seattle College (The Grove) <br />
Attend a session and learn about how this project will connect communities on the east and west sides of I-5 in north Seattle, review information at your own speed and get …</p></li></ul><h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
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<p>Tuesday, January 7th @ 12-1:30PM, <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/bridges-stairs-and-other-structures/bridges/northgate-pedestrian-and-bicycle-bridge">Northgate Bridge Construction Drop In Discussion</a>, North Seattle College (The Grove) <br />
Attend a session and learn about how this project will connect communities on the east and west sides of I-5 in north Seattle, review information at your own speed and get one-on-on engagement from project experts, learn about the project schedule and what to expect during construction </p>
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<p>Thursday, January 9th @ 7PM-830PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/589295985182142">ALUV Monthly Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church <br /></p>
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<p>Saturday, January 11th @ 10AM-2PM, <a href="/images/LictonSpringsPark2020.JPG">Licton Springs Park Work Party</a>, Licton Springs Park <br />
Join FRIENDS OF LICTON SPRINGS for our monthly work party.</p>
</li>
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<p>Wednesday, January 22nd @ 6:30PM-8:30PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/655913735218886/">Rescheduled Licton Springs Community Council Meeting</a>, Cascadia Elementary School <br />
Rescheduled from 1/15. </p>
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<p>Monday, January 20th @ 9AM-noon, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/585148942264366">MLK Day of Service Tree Planting Party in Licton Springs</a>, 85th & Meridian <br />
Come help us plant some new green in the neighborhood! Volunteers have been working at this site for the past couple of years to remove blackberry that was blanketing this site. Now we are ready to replace these with trees that will grow and benefit the entire neighborhood. Join us! Tool and gloves provided, no experience necessary. RSVP here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QVHNKD3 or email TreeAmbassador@seattle.gov </p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>To stay up to date on other activities coming up, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>.</p>
<p>Hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at <a href="mailto:lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a></p>Pedestrian Bridge Drop In Sessions Coming in 20202019-12-13T20:00:00-08:002019-12-13T20:00:00-08:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-12-13:/northgate-bridge-drop-ins.html<p>We're excited to announce that construction of the Northgate Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge is expected to begin in early 2020. </p>
<p>The City of Seattle is hosting 3 drop-in sessions in early January. At the sessions you can learn about how this project will connect communities on the east and west …</p><p>We're excited to announce that construction of the Northgate Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge is expected to begin in early 2020. </p>
<p>The City of Seattle is hosting 3 drop-in sessions in early January. At the sessions you can learn about how this project will connect communities on the east and west sides of I-5 in north Seattle, review information at your own speed. get one-on-on engagement from project experts, learn about the project schedule and what to expect during construction. </p>
<p><b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2160078620760218/">Tuesday, January 7: 12 - 1:30 PM</a><br> </b>
North Seattle College (The Grove) <br>
9600 College Way N <br></p>
<p><b>Wednesday, January 8: 8 - 9:30 AM <br> </b>
Aljoya Thornton Place <br>
450 NE 100th St <br></p>
<p><b>Thursday, January 9: 5 - 6:30 PM <br> </b>
Olympic View Elementary <br>
504 NE 95th St <br></p>
<p>Additionally, the North Seattle Park and Ride (10001 1st Ave NE) will be closed starting January 9, 2020 until fall 2021 for construction of the Northgate Ped/Bike Bridge project. The lot will be used to stage equipment and materials for the duration of the closure. For more details, including alternative parking areas, view the full notice <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/Documents/Departments/SDOT/BridgeStairsProgram/bridges/Northgate/ClosureNotice_20191211.submit.pdf">here</a>.</p>
<p>To find out more, visit the website <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/bridges-stairs-and-other-structures/bridges/northgate-pedestrian-and-bicycle-bridge">here</a> or contact the project team at NorthgateBridge@seattle.gov</p>Licton Springs Own Hometown Hero!2019-12-08T20:00:00-08:002019-12-08T20:00:00-08:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-12-08:/northwest-hometown-hero.html<p>We're excited to share that Liz Kearns has been named December's <a href="https://mynorthwest.com/hometown-hero/liz-kearns/">MyNorthwest Hometown Hero</a>! Liz is the Licton Springs Park forest steward and a Licton Springs Commuity Council board member. Join her on December 14th from 10AM-2PM at the next <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/work_party.pdf">Licton Spring Park's monthly workparty</a>. </p><p>We're excited to share that Liz Kearns has been named December's <a href="https://mynorthwest.com/hometown-hero/liz-kearns/">MyNorthwest Hometown Hero</a>! Liz is the Licton Springs Park forest steward and a Licton Springs Commuity Council board member. Join her on December 14th from 10AM-2PM at the next <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/work_party.pdf">Licton Spring Park's monthly workparty</a>. </p>Funding Secured for ALUV Community Center Feasibility Study!2019-12-02T21:00:00-08:002019-12-02T21:00:00-08:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-12-02:/aluv-cc-feasibility.html<p>Earlier this year, we wrote about the need for an <a href="https://lovelicton.com/aluv-community-center-cta.html">Aurora-Licton community center</a>. We are happy to report that $150,000 was granted for an Aurora/Licton Springs Community Center feasibility study as part of the <a href="https://juarez.seattle.gov/district-5-budget-wins-2020/">Seattle 2020 City Budget</a>.</p>
<p>You can join ALUV in celebrating this win (along with …</p><p>Earlier this year, we wrote about the need for an <a href="https://lovelicton.com/aluv-community-center-cta.html">Aurora-Licton community center</a>. We are happy to report that $150,000 was granted for an Aurora/Licton Springs Community Center feasibility study as part of the <a href="https://juarez.seattle.gov/district-5-budget-wins-2020/">Seattle 2020 City Budget</a>.</p>
<p>You can join ALUV in celebrating this win (along with many others) on Thursday, December 12th from 7PM to 8:30PM at Lantern Brewing. Find the Facebook event <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2543178332579949/">here</a>. </p>December 2019 Community Events2019-12-02T20:00:00-08:002019-12-02T20:00:00-08:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-12-02:/dec-2019-events.html<h3>Social Events:</h3>
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<li>Saturday, December 21st, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/552401048827773/">Tis the Season Holiday Card Making & Donation Drive</a>, 1PM-4PM, Mineral Springs Park <br>
Come join us at Mineral Springs Park on Saturday, December 21st from 1PM to 4PM for a FREE holiday event including music, holiday card-making activities, festive games, hot beverages and snacks. Bring winter …</li></ul><h3>Social Events:</h3>
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<li>Saturday, December 21st, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/552401048827773/">Tis the Season Holiday Card Making & Donation Drive</a>, 1PM-4PM, Mineral Springs Park <br>
Come join us at Mineral Springs Park on Saturday, December 21st from 1PM to 4PM for a FREE holiday event including music, holiday card-making activities, festive games, hot beverages and snacks. Bring winter clothing items for donation to Aurora Commons. Musical Performances By: Seattle Sugarplum Elves from 1:30PM-2:30PM, The High Class Brass from 2:30PM-3:30PM. All are welcome! Event will be rain or shine! </li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/mineralspringspark2019flyer.jpg"><img alt="Tis The Season Mineral Springs Park Event 2019" src="/images/mineralspringspark2019flyer.jpg"></a></p>
<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
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<p>Wednesday, December 4th @ 7-8:30PM, <a href="https://seattlenpac.blogspot.com/">SPD North Precinct Advisory Council</a>, Northaven Senior Housing, Harbor Room <br />
Informal networking with law enforcement and community members follows the Captain’s precinct update as time permits.</p>
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<p>Saturday, December 7th @ 10AM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/765967403884537/">Licton Lights</a>, Licton Springs Park <br />
Please visit Licton Springs Park to enjoy the holiday lights between 12.7.19 and 1.11.20. Lights will be on from 4:30-10:00 daily. We will string lights on Saturday 12.7.19 at 10 AM. Come out to help or donate LED lights. </p>
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<p>Thursday, December 12th @ 7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2543178332579949/">ALUV Monthly Meeting</a>, Lantern Brewing <br />
Join us as we celebrate our WINS for 2019, including 1) installation of art on pedestrian bridge 2) D5 Rising neighbor award 3) $150,000 in the 2020 budget for a community center feasibility study.</p>
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<p>Saturday, December 14th @ 10AM-2PM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/work_party.pdf">Friends of Licton Springs Park Clean Up</a>, Licton Springs Park <br />
Join FRIENDS OF LICTON SPRINGS for our monthly work party.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/NorthPrecinctSockDrive2019.JPG"><img alt="Annual Sock Drive for North Precinct" src="/images/NorthPrecinctSockDrive2019.JPG"></a></p>
<p>Please note there is no Licton Springs Community Council meeting in December. </p>
<p>To stay up to date on other activities coming up, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>.</p>
<p>Hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at <a href="mailto:lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a></p>More Art in Licton Springs2019-11-26T21:00:00-08:002019-11-26T21:00:00-08:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-11-26:/city-light-art.html<p>You may already be familar with the Light Bulb Bench and Big Tesla located around the Seattle City Light North Service Center building but <a href="https://powerlines.seattle.gov/2019/11/14/city-light-unveils-new-public-artwork-at-its-north-service-center/">earlier this month</a>, two new art works were dedicated by Seattle City Light and the City of Seattle Arts & Culture. </p>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Last week, City Light, in partnership …</p></blockquote><p>You may already be familar with the Light Bulb Bench and Big Tesla located around the Seattle City Light North Service Center building but <a href="https://powerlines.seattle.gov/2019/11/14/city-light-unveils-new-public-artwork-at-its-north-service-center/">earlier this month</a>, two new art works were dedicated by Seattle City Light and the City of Seattle Arts & Culture. </p>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Last week, City Light, in partnership with <a href="https://twitter.com/SeattleArts?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SeattleArts</a>, unveiled two new pieces of public art at its North Service Center. Learn more about the artwork and how City Light Shops helped make it a reality on our Powerlines blog! <a href="https://t.co/KDuBvClXN9">https://t.co/KDuBvClXN9</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PublicPower?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PublicPower</a> <a href="https://t.co/QaVEhmu5vc">pic.twitter.com/QaVEhmu5vc</a></p>— Seattle City Light (@SEACityLight) <a href="https://twitter.com/SEACityLight/status/1196518798939037696?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 18, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p>The two pieces “Undulating Currents” and “Licton Flow”, located on N 97th St, were created by renowned artist <a href="http://www.wstrimble.com/">W. Scott Trimble</a> and commissioned with the City Light 1% for Art funds administered by the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture.</p>
<p><a href="/images/wscotttrimbleartworks.jpg"><img alt="Seattle City Light 2019: W. Scott Trimble" src="/images/wscotttrimbleartworks.jpg"></a></p>
<p><a href="/images/SeattleCityLightArt.JPG"><img alt="Seattle City Light Art" src="/images/SeattleCityLightArt.JPG"></a></p>
<p>Be sure to take a stroll through the Seattle City Light North Service Center building to see additional artwork inside. </p>
<p>Have you seen any other public art in Licton Springs? Let us know in the comments. </p>Licton Springs Community Council Wants Your Input!2019-11-15T21:00:00-08:002019-11-15T21:00:00-08:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-11-15:/lscc-survey.html<p><b>WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!!!</b></p>
<p>The Licton Springs Community Council has created a <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QCVDT9D">neighborhood survey</a> to hear what issues are of most concern to people in the Licton Springs neighborhood. You can fill out the survey anonymously or include your email if you would like to be entered into …</p><p><b>WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!!!</b></p>
<p>The Licton Springs Community Council has created a <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QCVDT9D">neighborhood survey</a> to hear what issues are of most concern to people in the Licton Springs neighborhood. You can fill out the survey anonymously or include your email if you would like to be entered into the raffle or added to the neighborhood listserv. </p>
<p>Thank you to <a href="https://www.saltblade.com/shop">Salt Blade</a> for generously donating the prize to support Licton Springs!</p>
<p>You can find the survey <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QCVDT9D">here</a>. Please respond by January 6, 2020. </p>November 2019 Community Events2019-11-01T21:00:00-07:002019-11-01T21:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-11-01:/nov-events-2019.html<h3>Social Events:</h3>
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<p>Sunday, November 3rd, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2667606143262403/">Danish Holiday Bazaar</a>, 11-3PM, Northwest Danish Association (1833 N 105th) <br>
Come eat and shop while you support the Northwest Danish Association! Open to the public. </p>
</li>
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<p>Saturday, November 9th, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/391376781772459/">Better Books Sale</a>, 9AM-5PM, North Seattle College <br>
This sale features hundreds of “like-new,” gift quality books of …</p></li></ul><h3>Social Events:</h3>
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<p>Sunday, November 3rd, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2667606143262403/">Danish Holiday Bazaar</a>, 11-3PM, Northwest Danish Association (1833 N 105th) <br>
Come eat and shop while you support the Northwest Danish Association! Open to the public. </p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Saturday, November 9th, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/391376781772459/">Better Books Sale</a>, 9AM-5PM, North Seattle College <br>
This sale features hundreds of “like-new,” gift quality books of all genres starting at $3!</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Wednesday, November 13th, Seattle City Light Art Celebration, 1PM-2PM, Seattle City Light. <br></p>
</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/Trimble_citylight_art.JPG"><img alt="Seattle City Light Art Celebration Flyer" src="/images/Trimble_citylight_art.JPG"></a></p>
<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
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<p>November 3,6,8,10 & 13, <a href="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050845afa92cabf49-resms">RESMS Grounds Beautification</a>, 1-4PM, Robert Eagle Staff Middle School <br />
Join us to help cleanup the Eagle Staff school grounds! The primary job is weeding and spreading mulch. </p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Wednesday, November 6th @ 7-8:30PM, <a href="https://seattlenpac.blogspot.com/">SPD North Precinct Advisory Council</a>, Northaven Senior Housing, Harbor Room <br />
Informal networking with law enforcement and community members follows the Captain’s precinct update as time permits.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Saturday, November 9th @ 10AM-2PM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/work_party.pdf">Friends of Licton Springs Park Clean Up</a>, Licton Springs Park <br />
Join FRIENDS OF LICTON SPRINGS for our monthly work party.</p>
</li>
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<p>Thursday, November 14th @ 7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/410069192970339/">ALUV Monthly Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church 10510 Stone Ave N<br />
Joining ALUV this month is Robin Amadon from LIHI and Jesus Aguirre, the Parks and Recreation Superintendent.</p>
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<p>Wednesday, November 20th @ 6:30-8PM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council Meeting</a>, Cascadia Elementary School <br />
Licton Springs Community Council represents the interests of the residents and the owners of commercial and professional businesses
in the Licton Springs Neighborhood of the City of Seattle, Washington, to improve community welfare and happiness, and to promote a quality of life consonant with an urban, residential community. </p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>To stay up to date on other activities coming up, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>.</p>
<p>Hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at <a href="mailto:lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a></p>Landmarks Preservation Board approves nomination of Licton Springs Park for landmark status2019-10-30T13:00:00-07:002019-10-30T13:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-10-30:/lictonspringspark-landmark-approval.html<p>As mentioned <a href="https://lovelicton.com/lictonspringspark-landmark.html">earlier this year</a>, Licton Springs Park was nominated as a historic site. A copy of the nomination is posted on Seattle Department of Neighborhoods website <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/Documents/Departments/Neighborhoods/HistoricPreservation/Landmarks/CurrentNominations/LPBCurrentNom_Licton_Springs.pdf">here</a>. </p>
<p>On October 16, 2019 the Seattle Landmarks Preservation Board approved the designation of Licton Springs Park as an official historic site with …</p><p>As mentioned <a href="https://lovelicton.com/lictonspringspark-landmark.html">earlier this year</a>, Licton Springs Park was nominated as a historic site. A copy of the nomination is posted on Seattle Department of Neighborhoods website <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/Documents/Departments/Neighborhoods/HistoricPreservation/Landmarks/CurrentNominations/LPBCurrentNom_Licton_Springs.pdf">here</a>. </p>
<p>On October 16, 2019 the Seattle Landmarks Preservation Board approved the designation of Licton Springs Park as an official historic site with final approval expected in early 2020. LoveLicton and the Licton Springs Community Council were pleased to support the proposal and congratulate the First People of the Pacific Northwest and Urban Native Education Alliance. </p>
<p>This approval marks Seattle's first Indigenous landmark. You can read more about the park and the history in the <a href="https://crosscut.com/2019/10/i-know-who-i-am-seattles-urban-natives-tell-story-citys-first-indigenous-landmark">Crosscut article from Oct 29th</a>. </p>Call to Action: ALUV Community Center Feasibility Funds2019-10-21T20:00:00-07:002019-10-21T20:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-10-21:/aluv-community-center-cta.html<p>We wrote about the need for an Aurora-Licton Urban Village community center <a href="https://lovelicton.com/aluv-community-center.html">earlier this year</a>. Now, we could use your help in letting the city council know about the need for funding for a feasibility study in the 2020 budget. The Licton Springs Community Council voted in support of this …</p><p>We wrote about the need for an Aurora-Licton Urban Village community center <a href="https://lovelicton.com/aluv-community-center.html">earlier this year</a>. Now, we could use your help in letting the city council know about the need for funding for a feasibility study in the 2020 budget. The Licton Springs Community Council voted in support of this initiative. </p>
<p><a href="/images/ALUVCommunitycentermap.JPG"><img alt="ALUV Boundaries and Seattle Community Centers " src="/images/ALUVCommunitycentermap.JPG"></a></p>
<p>You can find a sample letter from ALUV <a href="http://auroralictonuv.org/2019/10/20/funds-for-a-community-center-feasibility-study/">here</a>. </p>
<p>If you support the idea of a neighborhood community center, reach out to your elected representatives, and those running to represent you, and let them know! You can reach the city council at council@seattle.gov.</p>
<p>Also, if you are available, please attend and voice support at the Budget Hearing on Tuesday, October 22nd starting at 5:30 pm at City Hall (600 4th Ave). Sign-in begins at 3:00.</p>Public Hours for Cascadia Elementary Playground2019-10-12T20:00:00-07:002019-10-12T20:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-10-12:/cascadia-playground.html<p>We received some questions from neighbors about the public hours for the <a href="https://www.cascadiaes.seattleschools.org/cms/One.aspx">Cascadia Elementary</a> playground. We learned from the Licton Springs Community Council that the playground is expected to be open to the public in the evenings after school lets out (2:30PM) during the week and on weekends. Occasionally …</p><p>We received some questions from neighbors about the public hours for the <a href="https://www.cascadiaes.seattleschools.org/cms/One.aspx">Cascadia Elementary</a> playground. We learned from the Licton Springs Community Council that the playground is expected to be open to the public in the evenings after school lets out (2:30PM) during the week and on weekends. Occasionally, there may be times when it's closed to the public for school based events. The playground gate can be locked by accident but if it is locked you can call SPS Safety and Security at 206.252.0707 and request that they unlock it. </p>
<p>As a follow-up, we are looking into the public hours for the track. Do you know them? Let us know in the comments! </p>
<p><a href="/images/RESMS_track.jpg"><img alt="Track at Robert Eagle Staff and Cascadia Elementary Schools" src="/images/RESMS_track.jpg"></a></p>Calling All Gardeners & Volunteers2019-10-11T13:00:00-07:002019-10-11T13:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-10-11:/school-gardening-volunteering.html<p>Cascadia Elementary School and Robert Eagle Staff Middle School are looking for volunteers to help with grounds beautification!</p>
<p>The next weeding session for Cascadia Elementary school is on Friday, October 18th. You can find more information <a href="https://cascadiapta.org/2019/10/01/calling-all-gardeners-and-gardener-wanna-bes/">here</a>.</p>
<p>The next weeding session for Robert Eagle Staff Middle School is on Wednesday …</p><p>Cascadia Elementary School and Robert Eagle Staff Middle School are looking for volunteers to help with grounds beautification!</p>
<p>The next weeding session for Cascadia Elementary school is on Friday, October 18th. You can find more information <a href="https://cascadiapta.org/2019/10/01/calling-all-gardeners-and-gardener-wanna-bes/">here</a>.</p>
<p>The next weeding session for Robert Eagle Staff Middle School is on Wednesday, October 16th from 1PM-4PM with future sessions occurring on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday afternoons in October and November. You can find more information about upcoming volunteer sessions and RSVP <a href="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050845afa92cabf49-resms">here</a>.</p>
<p>No experience necessary!</p>
<p>This is a great opportunity to pitch in for the greater good, build some community, and help make the neighborhood schools beautiful!</p>October 2019 Community Events2019-10-01T10:00:00-07:002019-10-01T10:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-10-01:/october-events-2019.html<h3>Social Events:</h3>
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<p>Saturday, October 5th, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/411744709500959">Harvest Potluck @ Licton Springs P-Patch</a>, 1-3PM, Licton Springs P-Patch <br>
The community is invited to join the gardeners at the p-patch for the annual potluck. Bring a dish to share. Rain or shine!</p>
</li>
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<p>Monday, October 21st, <a href="https://www.meetup.com/North-Seattle-Tech-Talks/events/263943738/">North Seattle Tech Talks: Intro to Machine Learning</a>, 6-8PM, North …</p></li></ul><h3>Social Events:</h3>
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<p>Saturday, October 5th, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/411744709500959">Harvest Potluck @ Licton Springs P-Patch</a>, 1-3PM, Licton Springs P-Patch <br>
The community is invited to join the gardeners at the p-patch for the annual potluck. Bring a dish to share. Rain or shine!</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Monday, October 21st, <a href="https://www.meetup.com/North-Seattle-Tech-Talks/events/263943738/">North Seattle Tech Talks: Intro to Machine Learning</a>, 6-8PM, North Seattle College CC1161 <br></p>
</li>
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<p>Saturday, October 26th & Sunday, October 27th, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/358886375040793/">PSMS Wild Mushroom Show 2019</a>, North Seattle College <br>
Join us at the 56th Annual Wild Mushroom Show so you too can say "Wow! I had no idea there were so many mushrooms" and "Can I eat it?".</p>
</li>
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<p>Thursday, October 31st, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/386435295361451">Licton Springs Halloween Walk</a>, 4:30-6PM,
Licton Springs Park <br>
Walk the Licton Springs Park path and meet friends of the forest with treats. Free hot cider and music at the playground. All are welcome to this community event. Sponsored By Licton Springs Community Council. Interested in volunteering to be a friend of the forest? Contact Melanie at melaniedavies81@gmail.com</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/lictonspringshalloween2019.JPG"><img alt="Licton Springs Halloween Walk" src="/images/lictonspringshalloween2019.JPG"></a></p>
<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
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<li>Tuesday, October 1st @ 5-7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2381737485403233/">Northgate Redevelopment Open House</a>, Northgate Mall Food Court <br />
Join NHL Seattle and Northgate Mall on October 1st from 5pm - 7pm PT to learn about the plans for NHL Seattle's future headquarters. Attendees will have the chance to look at renderings, ask questions and speak to NHL Seattle representatives. Attendees will also be able to win prizes from Northgate retailers and NHL Seattle! Light refreshments will be available for those in attendance. </li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/northgateopenhouse.jpg"><img alt="Northgate Community Open House" src="/images/northgateopenhouse.jpg"></a></p>
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<p>Wednesday, October 2nd @ 1-3PM, Coffee with a Cop, Starbucks (8301 Aurora Ave N) <br />
<a href="/images/coffeewithacop.JPG"><img alt="Coffee with a Cop" src="/images/coffeewithacop.JPG"></a></p>
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<p>Wednesday, October 2nd @ 7-8:30PM, <a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CVtS3RTpJT-W-yzizfUxoWs1Tco_JS7h">SPD North Precinct Advisory Council</a>, Northaven Senior Housing, Harbor Room <br />
Informal networking with law enforcement and community members follows the Captain’s precinct update as time permits.</p>
</li>
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<p>Friday, October 4th & October 18th @ 8-10am, <a href="https://cascadiapta.org/2019/10/01/calling-all-gardeners-and-gardener-wanna-bes/">Cascadia Community Weeding</a>, Cascadia Elementary 1330 N. 90th St. Seattle, WA 98103 <br />
The grounds around Cascadia need some sprucing up and we need lots of help! Last year focused on weeding and mulching the beds around the parking lot. This year will continue last year’s efforts and expand to the beds all along Wallingford Avenue. Join the fun! Meet outside the school after drop-off on Friday, and we’ll make things better than we found them. Bring your own weeding gear if you have it—if not, we have tools you can use. No experience necessary! This is a great opportunity to pitch in for the greater good, build some community, and help make our school beautiful!</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Wednesday, October 9th @ 6PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/457027868237536/">N. Precinct Public Meeting</a>, Washelli Chapel<br />
This public meeting will be led by the North Precinct Captain (via Q & A forum style) with SPD, and other local agencies to discuss crime and safety issues that are impacting Aurora businesses and homeowners. All are welcome to attend. Please join us and hear about what work Seattle Police has been doing Aurora.</p>
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<p>Thursday, October 10th @ 7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/953740241626907/">ALUV Monthly Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church 10510 Stone Ave N<br />
Joining ALUV this month is Deputy Mayor David Moseley.</p>
</li>
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<p>Saturday, October 12th @ 10AM-2PM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/work_party.pdf">Friends of Licton Springs Park Clean Up</a>, Licton Springs Park <br />
Join FRIENDS OF LICTON SPRINGS for our monthly work party.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Wednesday, October 16th @ 6:30-8PM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council Meeting</a>, Cascadia Elementary School <br />
Licton Springs Community Council represents the interests of the residents and the owners of commercial and professional businesses
in the Licton Springs Neighborhood of the City of Seattle, Washington, to improve community welfare and happiness, and to promote a quality of life consonant with an urban, residential community. </p>
</li>
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<p>Wednesday, October 23rd @ 5-7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2516925261719666/">9300 Linden Ave New Apartment Bldg. Community Meeting</a>, Lantern Brewing <br />
New Small Efficiency Dwelling Units (SEDU's) planned for the site at 9300 Linden Ave behind the CubeSmart Self Storage facility. The design team from Jackson Main architecture will be holding a public meeting to solicit feedback from the community to help inform the design and create the most effective building for the site and neighborhood. More details <a href="https://www.jacksonmain.com/linden-ave-apartments">here</a>. </p>
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</ul>
<p>To stay up to date on other activities coming up, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>.</p>
<p>Hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at <a href="mailto:lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a></p>Food Trucks Come to Licton Springs!2019-09-29T13:00:00-07:002019-09-29T13:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-09-29:/nsc-food-trucks.html<p>In addition to getting your caffeine fix at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pilgrim.seattle/">Pilgrim Coffee</a> (located at Oak Tree Plaza) who have expanded their hours to 7am to 3pm, you can now enjoy lunch at food trucks located at North Seattle College from 11am - 2pm on weekdays. The food truck changes each day and you …</p><p>In addition to getting your caffeine fix at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pilgrim.seattle/">Pilgrim Coffee</a> (located at Oak Tree Plaza) who have expanded their hours to 7am to 3pm, you can now enjoy lunch at food trucks located at North Seattle College from 11am - 2pm on weekdays. The food truck changes each day and you can find the menu <a href="https://www.bestfoodtrucks.com/northseattlecollege?r=371a36">here</a>. </p>
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View schedule & menus here: bestfoodtrucks.com/northseattlecollege #northseattlecollege #foodtrucks #fallquarter</a></p> <p style=" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;">A post shared by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/north_seattle_college/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" style=" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px;" target="_blank"> North Seattle College</a> (@north_seattle_college) on <time style=" font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px;" datetime="2019-09-24T17:33:23+00:00">Sep 24, 2019 at 10:33am PDT</time></p></div></blockquote>
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<p>Have you had a chance to check out one of these food trucks? Let us know in the commments! </p>Little Free Library Comes to Licton Springs2019-09-11T13:00:00-07:002019-09-11T13:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-09-11:/little-free-library.html<p>A friend of the blog reached out to us to let us know that there is now a <a href="https://littlefreelibrary.org/">Little Free Library</a> in Licton Springs! </p>
<p>Take a stroll over to 9033 Burke Ave N to checkout the newly installed Little Free Library filled with great books to borrow and beautifully decorated …</p><p>A friend of the blog reached out to us to let us know that there is now a <a href="https://littlefreelibrary.org/">Little Free Library</a> in Licton Springs! </p>
<p>Take a stroll over to 9033 Burke Ave N to checkout the newly installed Little Free Library filled with great books to borrow and beautifully decorated. </p>
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font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:550; line-height:18px;"> View this post on Instagram</div></div><div style="padding: 12.5% 0;"></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;"><div> <div style="background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);"></div> <div style="background-color: #F4F4F4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;"></div> <div style="background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);"></div></div><div style="margin-left: 8px;"> <div style=" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;"></div> <div style=" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)"></div></div><div style="margin-left: auto;"> <div style=" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);"></div> <div style=" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);"></div> <div style=" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);"></div></div></div></a> <p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B17Ih8xBOGi/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">I'm extremely happy to announce my Little Free Library is open for business! I built it from scratch and Dale, Mary, and Shelley helped enormously with decorations and construction. Thanks also to the @westseattletoollibrary for the use of their space and tools. Come by for a book! 9033 Burke Ave N, just north of Greenlake. #littlefreelibrary #library #seattle #lictonsprings #greenlake #decoupage #woodworking #creative #takeabook #leaveabook @shelley.westover @littlefreelibrary</a></p> <p style=" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;">A post shared by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wham25/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" style=" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px;" target="_blank"> Sam Westover</a> (@wham25) on <time style=" font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px;" datetime="2019-09-02T21:29:52+00:00">Sep 2, 2019 at 2:29pm PDT</time></p></div></blockquote>
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<p><a href="/images/LittleFreeLibraryInfo.jpg"><img alt="More About Little Free Librarys" src="/images/LittleFreeLibraryInfo.jpg"></a></p>Your Voice, Your Choice Voting Ends 9/302019-09-03T13:00:00-07:002019-09-03T13:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-09-03:/your-voice-your-choice-voting-2019.html<h2>Vote Now for your favorite Your Voice, Your Choice park and street improvements!</h2>
<p>Want to help Seattle decide how to spend $2 million of the city’s budget on park and street improvements? Voting is now open for <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/programs-and-services/your-voice-your-choice">Your Voice, Your Choice: Parks & Streets</a>. </p>
<p>Voting is open to anyone age …</p><h2>Vote Now for your favorite Your Voice, Your Choice park and street improvements!</h2>
<p>Want to help Seattle decide how to spend $2 million of the city’s budget on park and street improvements? Voting is now open for <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/programs-and-services/your-voice-your-choice">Your Voice, Your Choice: Parks & Streets</a>. </p>
<p>Voting is open to anyone age 11 and up (must be 13 and up to vote online) who lives, works, goes to school, worships, receives services, volunteers, or is part of a program in the City of Seattle.</p>
<p>Each voter may cast one ballot per City Council district, and may choose up to three (3) projects per district.</p>
<p>You can vote online <a href="https://pbstanford.org/seattle">here</a> or by paper ballot at any Seattle Public Library branch.</p>
<p>You can find more information and voting instructions <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/programs-and-services/your-voice-your-choice/get-involved/vote">here</a>. After ballots are tallied, the winning projects will be announced in October. </p>
<p>In District 5, check out these Licton Springs Projects:</p>
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<li><a href="http://www.seattle.gov/Documents/Departments/Neighborhoods/ParticipatoryBudgeting/2019%20YVYC/Project%20Reviews/Approved/5G_19-223.pdf">Project 19-223: Meridian Home Zone Speed Bumps</a> proposes an installation of speed bumps to control speed and traffic volume on Corliss Ave N and Meridian Ave N between N 85th and N 92nd St.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.seattle.gov/Documents/Departments/Neighborhoods/ParticipatoryBudgeting/2019%20YVYC/Project%20Reviews/Approved/5H_19-200.pdf">Project 19-200: Traffic Calming Improvements on N 107th St & Meridian Ave. N</a> proposes speed bumps to reduce traffic speed on N 107th. </li>
</ul>September 2019 Community Events2019-09-02T10:00:00-07:002019-09-02T10:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-09-02:/sept-events-2019.html<h3>Social Events:</h3>
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<p>Saturday, September 7th, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1024572477749729/">Thai Festival</a>, 11AM - 5PM, North Seattle College <br>
Come explore Thai culture, delicious food, and shows. The event is kid-friendly.</p>
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<p>Saturday, September 28th, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/665970490560117/">Live in D5</a>, 1PM - 4PM,
Hubbard Homestead Park 11203 5th Ave NE <br>
Councilmember Debora Juarez is hosting her 4th annual Live in D5 …</p></li></ul><h3>Social Events:</h3>
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<p>Saturday, September 7th, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1024572477749729/">Thai Festival</a>, 11AM - 5PM, North Seattle College <br>
Come explore Thai culture, delicious food, and shows. The event is kid-friendly.</p>
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<p>Saturday, September 28th, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/665970490560117/">Live in D5</a>, 1PM - 4PM,
Hubbard Homestead Park 11203 5th Ave NE <br>
Councilmember Debora Juarez is hosting her 4th annual Live in D5 event, a celebration of North Seattle! The event will be held at the Hubbard Homestead Park, just north of the Target at Northgate. Live in D5 is free and family-friendly. Local bands, Free food from Ryan's Rez-ipes, A petting zoo, Booths from neighborhood & municipal organizations, Accessible bicycle riding with Outdoors for All
and more! All are welcome! </p>
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<p>Wednesday, September 4th @ 3:30PM, <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/Documents/Departments/Neighborhoods/HistoricPreservation/Landmarks/PublicNotices/LPBPublicNotice_Licton_Springs_Park.pdf">Landmark Preservation Meeting for Licton Springs Park</a>, Seattle City Hall <br />
The Landmarks Preservation Board will consider this nomination of Licton Springs Park. The public is invited to attend the meeting and make comments. </p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Wednesday, September 4th @ 7-8:30PM, <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1l39_zia1nBDkCuxcw0ytptG66_6xUkhmhKKyqJQB8Dw">SPD North Precinct Advisory Council</a>, Northaven Senior Housing, Harbor Room <br />
Informal networking with law enforcement and community members follows the Captain’s precinct update as time permits.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Thursday, September 12th @ 7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/679460589199315/">ALUV Monthly Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church 10510 Stone Ave N<br />
Joining ALUV this month is CM Juarez to discuss current neighborhood initiatives and concerns. Topics are community center feasibility study, neighborhood design guidelines, 100th Street pedestrian bridge and concerns over increased homicides/shootings.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Saturday, September 14th @ 10AM-2PM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/work_party.pdf">Friends of Licton Springs Park Clean Up</a>, Licton Springs Park <br />
Join FRIENDS OF LICTON SPRINGS for our monthly work party.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Monday, September 23rd @ 6:30PM-8PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/639197546489053/">NORA Business Meet-up & Networking Night</a>, Lantern Brewing <br />
Come meet and get to know your NORA (NOrth AuroRA) neighborhood business owners, managers, and leaders! We are discovering, the more we all know each other the more we can work together for the good of this community. Introduce yourself and your business to others who, like you, work hard and have invested in the NORA arena.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>To stay up to date on other activities coming up, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>.</p>
<p>Hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at <a href="mailto:lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a></p>Landmarks Preservation Board to consider nomination of Licton Springs Park for landmark status2019-09-02T09:00:00-07:002019-09-02T09:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-09-02:/lictonspringspark-landmark.html<p>Seattle’s <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/programs-and-services/historic-preservation/landmarks">Landmarks Preservation Board</a> will consider the nomination of Licton Springs Park (9536 Ashworth Avenue North) on Wednesday, September 4 at 3:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in Seattle City Hall (600 4th Avenue, Floor L2) in the Boards & Commissions Room L2-80. </p>
<p>The public is invited …</p><p>Seattle’s <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/programs-and-services/historic-preservation/landmarks">Landmarks Preservation Board</a> will consider the nomination of Licton Springs Park (9536 Ashworth Avenue North) on Wednesday, September 4 at 3:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in Seattle City Hall (600 4th Avenue, Floor L2) in the Boards & Commissions Room L2-80. </p>
<p>The public is invited to attend the <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/Documents/Departments/Neighborhoods/HistoricPreservation/Landmarks/PublicNotices/LPBPublicNotice_Licton_Springs_Park.pdf">meeting</a> and make comments regarding the nomination. Written comments are also accepted and should be received by the Landmarks Preservation Board at the following mailing address by 3:00 p.m. on September 3: <br>
Seattle Landmarks Preservation Board <br>
Seattle Department of Neighborhoods <br>
PO Box 94649 <br>
Seattle, WA 98124-4649 <br></p>
<p>A copy of the Landmark Nomination is available for public review at the Northgate Branch Library, 10548 Fifth Avenue NE, and the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods office in Seattle City Hall, 600 4th Avenue, 4th Floor (206-684-0228). The nomination is also posted on Seattle Department of Neighborhoods website <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/Documents/Departments/Neighborhoods/HistoricPreservation/Landmarks/CurrentNominations/LPBCurrentNom_Licton_Springs.pdf">here</a>. </p>August 2019 Community Events2019-08-03T09:00:00-07:002019-08-03T09:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-08-03:/august-events-2019.html<h3>Social Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Tuesday, August 6th <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/police/community-policing/night-out">Seattle Neighborhood Night Out</a> <br>
Connect with your neighbors at the annual night out event. Find your neighborhood event <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/police/community-policing/night-out/view-the-map">here</a>. </p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Saturday, August 10th @ 1-4PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/474123953414082/">Live In D5</a>, Hubbard Homestead Park<br>
Councilmember Debora Juarez is hosting her 4th annual Live in D5 event, a celebration of North …</p></li></ul><h3>Social Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Tuesday, August 6th <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/police/community-policing/night-out">Seattle Neighborhood Night Out</a> <br>
Connect with your neighbors at the annual night out event. Find your neighborhood event <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/police/community-policing/night-out/view-the-map">here</a>. </p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Saturday, August 10th @ 1-4PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/474123953414082/">Live In D5</a>, Hubbard Homestead Park<br>
Councilmember Debora Juarez is hosting her 4th annual Live in D5 event, a celebration of North Seattle. </p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Friday, August 16th @ 7-10PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/512601515946599/">Outdoor Movie Night & Picnic</a>, Mineral Springs Park<br>
Please join us for an upcoming community movie night (Secret Life of Pets) at Mineral Springs Park. Bring a comfy blanket or chair, and bring your favorite picnic food. Beverages and pre-made hot dogs and chips will be provided by 3 Fish catering and Green Lake & Woodland Hall Preschool. This is a family friendly event. This is an alcohol and smoke free event. This event is sponsored by Seattle Parks Commons and Arts in Parks.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Saturday, August 24th @ 1-6PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/859648314420537/">Happening: Licton Springs</a>, Licton Springs Park<br>
Live bands and DJ's, food trucks, local vendors, an interactive art area and more! </p>
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Thursday, August 8th @ 7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2371709539602641/">ALUV Monthly Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church 10510 Stone Ave N<br />
ALUV stands for Aurora Licton Urban Village and seeks to build a pedestrian-safe, visually vibrant, economically sound, livable, and welcoming urban village using sustainable-growth principles.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Saturday, August 24th @ 12-3PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/730890864026934/">Licton Springs P-Patch Fundraiser</a>, Licton Springs P-Patch<br>
Licton Springs PPatch flower bouquet sale while the flowers are at their peak; and bake sale too!</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>Note: There is no Licton Springs Community Council meeting in August.
There is also no North Precinct Advisory Council (NPAC) meeting in August. </p>
<p>To stay up to date on other activities coming up, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>.</p>
<p>Hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at <a href="mailto:lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a></p>North Precinct Police Picnic: Bringing Neighbors Together2019-07-22T15:00:00-07:002019-07-22T15:00:00-07:00janicelichtenwaldttag:lovelicton.com,2019-07-22:/police-picnic-2019.html<p>Hot dogs, ice cream, jazz music, robots, horses, dogs! </p>
<p>This past Saturday, the Seattle Police department hosted their annual <a href="https://spdblotter.seattle.gov/2019/07/10/its-picnic-time/">Precinct Picnic</a>, at the North Precinct complete with free ice cream and hot dogs, members of the mounted patrol, canine, bomb squad, and an amazing local jazz band. Thank you to …</p><p>Hot dogs, ice cream, jazz music, robots, horses, dogs! </p>
<p>This past Saturday, the Seattle Police department hosted their annual <a href="https://spdblotter.seattle.gov/2019/07/10/its-picnic-time/">Precinct Picnic</a>, at the North Precinct complete with free ice cream and hot dogs, members of the mounted patrol, canine, bomb squad, and an amazing local jazz band. Thank you to the Seattle Police Department for a beautiful day in Licton Springs! </p>
<p><a href="/images/policepicniclsccbooth.JPG"><img alt="Licton Springs Community Council Booth" src="/images/policepicniclsccbooth.JPG"></a></p>
<p><a href="/images/policepicnicdog.JPG"><img alt="Police K9" src="/images/policepicnicdog.JPG"></a></p>
<p><a href="/images/policepicnichorse.JPG"><img alt="Police Mounted Patrol" src="/images/policepicnichorse.JPG"></a></p>
<p><a href="/images/policepicnicofficers.JPG"><img alt="Police Officers" src="/images/policepicnicofficers.JPG"></a></p>
<p><a href="/images/policepicniccommunity.JPG"><img alt="Community at Picnic in the Precincts" src="/images/policepicniccommunity.JPG"></a></p>Make a Licton Springs Community Center a Reality!2019-07-21T20:00:00-07:002019-07-21T20:00:00-07:00janicelichtenwaldttag:lovelicton.com,2019-07-21:/aluv-community-center.html<p>The need for a neighborhood community center has received a lot of attention during this election cycle. All of the major candidates running for the District 5 council seat have gone on record in support. The momentum is building, and your voice could help make the community center a reality …</p><p>The need for a neighborhood community center has received a lot of attention during this election cycle. All of the major candidates running for the District 5 council seat have gone on record in support. The momentum is building, and your voice could help make the community center a reality.</p>
<p>At the recent Celebrate North Seattle event at Oaktree plaza, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AuroraLicton/">ALUV (Aurora-Licton Springs Urban Village)</a> asked over 120 people what was most important to them about having a community center. The top 10 answers were:</p>
<ol>
<li>Playground</li>
<li>Library</li>
<li>Pool</li>
<li>Large gathering space</li>
<li>Sport Court</li>
<li>Childcare</li>
<li>Senior Activities</li>
<li>After school programs</li>
<li>Fitness classes</li>
<li>Meeting Rooms</li>
</ol>
<p><a href="/images/aluvcommunitycenter.JPG"><img alt="Community Center Survey Results " src="/images/aluvcommunitycenter.JPG"></a></p>
<p>Below you can see a 2 minute video of our neighbors discussing why they want a community center:</p>
<iframe src="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1u8A5iDArDup0x5vDgL1daxqWqwnDHaGT/preview" width="640" height="480"></iframe>
<p>If you support the idea of a neighborhood community center, reach out to your elected representatives, and those running to represent you, and let them know!</p>
<p><b> Mayor Jenny Durkan <br> </b>
jenny.durkan@seattle.gov <br>
(206) 684-4000 <br>
Twitter @MayorJenny <br></p>
<p><b> Debora Juarez – Current D5 Seattle City Council Representative <br> </b>
Debora.Juarez@seattle.gov <br>
206-684-8805 <br></p>
<p><b> Ann Davison Sattler – D5 Candidate <br> </b>
https://neighborsforann.com/contact/ <br>
206-775-8838 <br></p>
<p><b> Mark Mendez – D5 Candidate <br> </b>
https://mendezforseattle.com <br></p>
<p><b> John Lombard – D5 Candidate <br> </b>
Info@VoteJohnLombard.com <br>
Twitter: votejohnlombard </p>
<p><b> Seattle Parks & Recreation Strategic Plan </b><br>
PKS_SPRStrategicPlan@seattle.gov <br> </p>Check out Mineral Springs Park Improvements & Upcoming Events!2019-07-02T10:00:00-07:002019-07-02T10:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-07-02:/mineral_springs_park_2019.html<p>Thanks to the efforts of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/250860298866679/">Mineral Springs Disc Golf Club</a>, Mineral Springs Park's disc golf course just got a facelift with new tee pad signs installed.
Check out some examples below! </p>
<p><a href="/images/MineralSpringsHole1.JPG"><img alt="Mineral Springs Park Hole 1" src="/images/MineralSpringsHole1.JPG"></a>
<a href="/images/MineralSpringsHole4.jpg"><img alt="Mineral Springs Park Hole 4" src="/images/MineralSpringsHole4.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Don't forget to check out the upcoming <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MineralSpringsSeattle/">Mineral Springs Park</a> events:</p>
<ul>
<li><b>Tuesday, July 2nd</b>: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/665789523940006/">Mineral Springs Park Clean-up</a> from …</li></ul><p>Thanks to the efforts of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/250860298866679/">Mineral Springs Disc Golf Club</a>, Mineral Springs Park's disc golf course just got a facelift with new tee pad signs installed.
Check out some examples below! </p>
<p><a href="/images/MineralSpringsHole1.JPG"><img alt="Mineral Springs Park Hole 1" src="/images/MineralSpringsHole1.JPG"></a>
<a href="/images/MineralSpringsHole4.jpg"><img alt="Mineral Springs Park Hole 4" src="/images/MineralSpringsHole4.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Don't forget to check out the upcoming <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MineralSpringsSeattle/">Mineral Springs Park</a> events:</p>
<ul>
<li><b>Tuesday, July 2nd</b>: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/665789523940006/">Mineral Springs Park Clean-up</a> from 5PM-7PM</li>
<li><b>Friday, August 16th </b>: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/512601515946599/">Mineral Springs Park Movie Night and Community Picnic</a> from 7PM-10PM</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/MineralSpringsParkMovieNight2019.JPG"><img alt="Mineral Springs Outdoor Movie Night 2019!" src="/images/MineralSpringsParkMovieNight2019.JPG"></a> <br></p>July 2019 Community Events2019-07-01T13:00:00-07:002019-07-01T13:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-07-01:/july-events-2019.html<h3>Social Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Monday, July 8th @ 5-8PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/481053552661775/">97th & Woodlawn Ave N Play Street</a>, 97th-100th & Woodlawn Ave N <br>
Woodlawn Ave N (between 97th & 100th) is having a play street on Monday July 8th from 5-8 pm. Play Streets are a great way to connect with your neighbors and for kids to have …</p></li></ul><h3>Social Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Monday, July 8th @ 5-8PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/481053552661775/">97th & Woodlawn Ave N Play Street</a>, 97th-100th & Woodlawn Ave N <br>
Woodlawn Ave N (between 97th & 100th) is having a play street on Monday July 8th from 5-8 pm. Play Streets are a great way to connect with your neighbors and for kids to have fun! We'll have bikes, nerf, squirt guns and more. Bring a dish to share if you're so inclined.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Saturday, July 20th @ 1-4PM, <a href="https://spdblotter.seattle.gov/2019/07/10/its-picnic-time/">North Precinct Police Picnic</a>, 10049 College Way N<br>
Meet officers from Swat, Mounted Patrol, Canine, Bomb Squad, and more! Enjoy music, food, and entertainment. Learn how to get involved in preventing crime in your community!</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/PolicePicnics2019.JPG"><img alt="North Precinct Police Picnic" src="/images/PolicePicnics2019.JPG"></a></p>
<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Monday, July 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th @ 6PM-8:30PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/FriendsOfRobertEagleStaffMS/">Robert Eagle Staff Middle School Grounds Beautification Effort</a>,
Robert Eagle Staff Middle School<br>
Please join Eagle Staff MS parents and community members to help pull weeds at Eagle Staff, specifically starting in/around the parking lot areas. Once finished out front, we will move to the west & back sides of the school. Compost bags, gloves, tools, ice cold beverages will be provided. If you prefer, you are welcome to BYO gloves, weeding tools, hat and a water bottle. Many hands make light work and this effort to care for our school grounds will instill pride for students, staff and families at your school, model environmental stewardship and ensures we are a good neighbor in our community. It will be great to see what we can accomplish together!!!</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Tuesday, July 2nd @ 5PM-7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/665789523940006/">Mineral Springs Park Cleanup</a>, Mineral Springs Park <br>
Gather at southeast corner of park. Work will focus on weeding eastern side of park between walking path and fence with condominiums, though other areas may also be worked on.
Dress appropriately: sturdy shoes, clothes that can get dirty, recommend long-sleeve shirts and pants to protect from blackberry brambles. Tools and water provided.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Thursday, July 11th @ 7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2433892023509932/">ALUV Monthly Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church 10510 Stone Ave N<br />
ALUV stands for Aurora Licton Urban Village and seeks to build a pedestrian-safe, visually vibrant, economically sound, livable, and welcoming urban village using sustainable-growth principles.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Saturday, July 13th @ 10AM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/work_party.pdf">Friends of Licton Springs Park Clean-Up</a>,
Licton Springs Park <br>
Join FRIENDS OF LICTON SPRINGS for our monthly work party.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Saturday, July 13th @ 10:30AM-Noon, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GreenwoodCommunityCouncil">District 5 Candidate Forum</a>,
Taproot Theater <br>
Hosted by Greenwood Community Council</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Sunday, July 14th @ 9:30AM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2552342088159669">Love Aurora Clean-Up</a>, Epic Life Church <br>
Neighborhood clean-up hosted by North Aurora (NORA) leadership committee and Epic Life Church. Meet at Epic Life/For North Seattle's facilities at 10510 Stone Ave N at 9:30am and head out the door after a brief training.
Email Kevin for more details @ kevin@47harmonic.com</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>To stay up to date on other activities coming up, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>.</p>
<p>Hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at <a href="mailto:lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a></p>Want to Learn More About the District 5 City Council Candidates?2019-06-30T21:00:00-07:002019-06-30T21:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-06-30:/d5_candidate_forum_2019.html<p>Thank you to all the North Seattle neighbors who came to North Seattle Community College last week to hear four of the candidates for City Council D5 seat: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/D5Juarez/">Debora Juarez</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/votejohnlombard">John Lombard</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NeighborsforAnn/">Ann Davison Sattler</a>, and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MendezSeattleCityCouncilDistrict5">Mark Mendez</a>
discuss affordable housing, homelessness, locations of a North Seattle police precinct, Northgate …</p><p>Thank you to all the North Seattle neighbors who came to North Seattle Community College last week to hear four of the candidates for City Council D5 seat: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/D5Juarez/">Debora Juarez</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/votejohnlombard">John Lombard</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NeighborsforAnn/">Ann Davison Sattler</a>, and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MendezSeattleCityCouncilDistrict5">Mark Mendez</a>
discuss affordable housing, homelessness, locations of a North Seattle police precinct, Northgate redevelopment, transportation, climate change and other hot topic issues. </p>
<p>The D5 Candidate Forum was sponsored by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LictonSpringsNeighborhood/">Licton Springs Community Council</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/D5CommunityNetwork/">D5 Community Network</a> and ReVisioning Northgate. </p>
<p>If you didn't get to attend, the video is posted on the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcc1gwW77nNmnJPgaZuflcg">D5 Community Network Youtube Channel</a>:</p>
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/WOHFP7onPNg" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
<p><br>
For more information about the candidates, check out the <a href="https://kodxseattle.org/2019/06/15/eat-the-airwaves-podcast-june-15-2019/">KODX June 15th Analysis of Dist. 5 City Council Race</a> starting at the 23 minute mark and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5d_Esf9fHQ">Speak Out Seattle's May 9th Candidate Forum</a>. </p>
<p>For another opportunity to hear the District 5 candidates, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GreenwoodCommunityCouncil">Greenwood Community Council</a> is holding a D5 candidate forum on July 13th at Taproot Theater from 10:30am-Noon. </p>Volunteers Wanted: Robert Eagle Staff Grounds Beautification Effort2019-06-19T19:00:00-07:002019-06-19T19:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-06-19:/RES-clean-up.html<p>We recieved the below request for volunteers from the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/FriendsOfRobertEagleStaffMS/">Friends of Robert Eagle Staff Middle School PTSA</a> to help beautify the school grounds at Robert Eagle Staff Middle School. </p>
<p><i> "Please join Eagle Staff MS parents and community members to help pull weeds at Eagle Staff, specifically starting in/around the …</i></p><p>We recieved the below request for volunteers from the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/FriendsOfRobertEagleStaffMS/">Friends of Robert Eagle Staff Middle School PTSA</a> to help beautify the school grounds at Robert Eagle Staff Middle School. </p>
<p><i> "Please join Eagle Staff MS parents and community members to help pull weeds at Eagle Staff, specifically starting in/around the parking lot areas. Once finished out front, we will move to the west & back sides of the school. Compost bags, gloves, tools, ice cold beverages will be provided. If you prefer, you are welcome to BYO gloves, weeding tools, hat and a water bottle. Many hands make light work and this effort to care for our school grounds will instill pride for students, staff and families at your school, model environmental stewardship and ensures we are a good neighbor in our community. It will be great to see what we can accomplish together!!!" </i></p>
<p>30+ Volunteers Needed! Show up and join this team effort for 30 minutes or a few hours: </p>
<ul>
<li>Friday, June 21 (9am-3:30pm)</li>
<li>Monday, June 24 (9am-3:30pm)</li>
<li>Wednesday, June 26 (9am-3:30pm)</li>
</ul>
<p>Update: A second, 20 yard, dumpster has been delivered, now until July 31st, to continue the effort that has begun. Please consider volunteering throughout July, on Mondays, 6pm-8:30pm!</p>
<ul>
<li>Monday, July 1 (6pm-8:30pm)</li>
<li>Monday, July 8 (6pm-8:30pm)</li>
<li>Monday, July 15 (6pm-8:30pm)</li>
<li>Monday, July 22 (6pm-8:30pm)</li>
<li>Monday, July 29 (6pm-8:30pm) </li>
</ul>
<p>For additional information or any questions, please contact Christel Peterson or communications@eaglestaffptsa.org</p>Licton Springs' Own Pilgrim Coffeehouse Featured On Food Network!2019-06-18T19:00:00-07:002019-06-18T19:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-06-18:/pilgrim-coffee-food-network.html<p>Big congratulations to Justin Shaheen and the folks at <a href="https://www.pilgrimcoffeehouse.com">Pilgrim Coffeehouse</a> who were recently included in a roundup on Food Network's website: <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.com/restaurants/photos/best-food-truck-in-every-state">50 States of Food Trucks</a>! </p>
<p><a href="/images/FoodNetworkSpotLight.JPG"><img alt="Pilgrim Food Network Spotlight" src="/images/FoodNetworkSpotLight.JPG"></a></p>
<p>Be sure to visit their <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pilgrim.seattle/">Facebook page</a> for where to find the truck each week. </p><p>Big congratulations to Justin Shaheen and the folks at <a href="https://www.pilgrimcoffeehouse.com">Pilgrim Coffeehouse</a> who were recently included in a roundup on Food Network's website: <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.com/restaurants/photos/best-food-truck-in-every-state">50 States of Food Trucks</a>! </p>
<p><a href="/images/FoodNetworkSpotLight.JPG"><img alt="Pilgrim Food Network Spotlight" src="/images/FoodNetworkSpotLight.JPG"></a></p>
<p>Be sure to visit their <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pilgrim.seattle/">Facebook page</a> for where to find the truck each week. </p>June 2019 Community Events2019-06-01T07:00:00-07:002019-06-01T07:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-06-01:/june-events-2019.html<h3>Social Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Friday, June 7th, @ 5:30PM-7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1264240646947591/">Robert Eagle Staff 2nd Annual Swing Dance</a> <br>
Open to the community, $5 Suggested Donation
<a href="/images/Robert_Eagle_Swing_Dance_2019.jpg"><img alt="2nd Annual Swing Dance!" src="/images/Robert_Eagle_Swing_Dance_2019.jpg"></a> <br></p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Sunday, June 23rd, @ 2PM-6PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1814972921936969/">Celebrate North Seattle</a>, Oak Tree Village Parking Lot <br>Join your North Seattle neighbors for a fun-filled afternoon featuring local vendors, live music, carnival games, bounce …</p></li></ul><h3>Social Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Friday, June 7th, @ 5:30PM-7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1264240646947591/">Robert Eagle Staff 2nd Annual Swing Dance</a> <br>
Open to the community, $5 Suggested Donation
<a href="/images/Robert_Eagle_Swing_Dance_2019.jpg"><img alt="2nd Annual Swing Dance!" src="/images/Robert_Eagle_Swing_Dance_2019.jpg"></a> <br></p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Sunday, June 23rd, @ 2PM-6PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1814972921936969/">Celebrate North Seattle</a>, Oak Tree Village Parking Lot <br>Join your North Seattle neighbors for a fun-filled afternoon featuring local vendors, live music, carnival games, bounce houses, food trucks and great giveaways! Admission is FREE for the whole family.
<a href="/images/events/2019/june/celebrate_north_seattle.jpg"><img alt="Celebrate North Seattle" src="/images/events/2019/june/celebrate_north_seattle.jpg"></a></p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Friday, June 28th, @ 5PM-8PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/403812863753521/">Northgate Community Center 13th Anniversary</a>, Northgate Community Center <br></p>
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Saturday, June 8th @ 10AM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/work_party.pdf">Friends of Licton Springs Park Clean Up</a>,
Licton Springs Park <br>
Join FRIENDS OF LICTON SPRINGS for our monthly work party.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Thursday, June 13th @ 7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AuroraLicton">ALUV Monthly Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church 10510 Stone Ave N<br />
ALUV stands for Aurora Licton Urban Village and seeks to build a pedestrian-safe, visually vibrant, economically sound, livable, and welcoming urban village using sustainable-growth principles.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Wednesday, June 19th @ 6:30PM-8PM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council Monthly Meeting</a>, Licton Springs Park by the Playground, 9536 Ashworth Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103<br />
Licton Springs Community Council Meetings are open to the public and represent the interests of the residents and the owners of commercial and professional businesses in the Licton Springs Neighborhood of the City of Seattle, Washington, to improve community welfare and happiness, and to promote a quality of life consonant with an urban, residential community</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Saturday, June 22nd @ 9AM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/318327325506066/">Pilling’s Pond Work Party</a> <br>
Join your neighbors for a work party at the duck pond (Pilling's Pond) located at the 1700 block of 90th. Come pull a few weeds, move some bamboo, let's continue to love our returning ducks.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Thursday, June 27th @ 6:30PM-8PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2450955265187094/">D5 Seattle City Council Candidate Forum</a>, North Seattle College CC1161 <br>
Who are your City Council candidates, and what are their ideas? Candidates running for the District 5 City Council seat will be present at a public forum June 27, 6:30-8 p.m., at North Seattle College, Room CC1161. You are invited to attend and also to submit a question in advance! If you have a question for the candidates, please enter it at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GQWMRPB by June 17. We’ll choose questions from those submitted and give them to the candidates at the forum. This forum is sponsored by the D5 Community Network, Licton Springs Community Council, and ReVisioning Northgate.
<a href="/images/district5_candidate_forum_2019.png"><img alt="D5 Seattle City Council Candidate Forum!" src="/images/district5_candidate_forum_2019.png"></a> <br></p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Saturday, June 29th @ 9AM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/842763996099599/">Trees for Seattle: Care for a Neighborhood Greenspace in Licton Springs!</a>, 85th & Meridian <br>
Spend your Saturday with friends and neighbors to continue caring for a neighborhood greenspace with lots of potential! Volunteers have already removed lots of aggressive, invasive blackberry that threaten beautiful neighborhood trees - and we will continue to remove harmful weeds and spread mulch to prepare the site to plant new, beautiful native trees. RSVP <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/lictonspringsjune29">here</a></p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>To stay up to date on other activities coming up, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>.</p>
<p>Hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at <a href="mailto:lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a></p>Your Voice, Your Choice Project Prioritization Ends 5/312019-05-05T13:00:00-07:002019-05-05T13:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-05-05:/your-voice-your-choice-2019.html<h2>Your Voice, Your Choice Prioritization</h2>
<p>Want to help Seattle prioritize how to spend $2 million of the city’s budget on park and street improvements? Community project prioritization is now open for <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/programs-and-services/your-voice-your-choice">Your Voice, Your Choice: Parks & Streets</a>. Anyone can participate in Project Development if they live, work, go to …</p><h2>Your Voice, Your Choice Prioritization</h2>
<p>Want to help Seattle prioritize how to spend $2 million of the city’s budget on park and street improvements? Community project prioritization is now open for <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/programs-and-services/your-voice-your-choice">Your Voice, Your Choice: Parks & Streets</a>. Anyone can participate in Project Development if they live, work, go to school, receive services, volunteer, or have a connection to the City of Seattle.</p>
<p>If you would like to attend a prioritization meeting in person, there are two upcoming events for District 5.</p>
<p>Monday, May 6th, 5:30PM-7:30PM at <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/event-calendar?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D132110929">Lake City Library</a> <br />
Thursday, May 30th, 5:30PM-7:30PM at <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/event-calendar?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D132112207">Broadview Branch Library</a></p>
<p>Alternatively, you can vote for projects <a href="https://yvyc.consider.it/">online</a> until May 31st.</p>
<p>In District 5, check out these Licton Springs Projects:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://yvyc.consider.it/19-223">Meridian Home Zone: Speed Humps</a> proposes an installation of speed humps to control speed and traffic volume on Corliss Ave N and Meridian Ave N between N 85th and N 92nd St.</li>
<li><a href="https://yvyc.consider.it/19-202">Pedestrian Improvements: 88th & Wallingford</a> proposes adding a stop sign and 4-way crosswalk at 88th and Wallingford Ave N to help benefit residents of the area and children who attend the local schools.</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/yourvoiceyourchoice2019.JPG"><img alt="Your Voice, Your Choice Projects 2019" src="/images/yourvoiceyourchoice2019.JPG"></a></p>
<p>After project prioritization, community voting on the selected projects will begin in <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/programs-and-services/your-voice-your-choice/get-involved/vote">September 2019</a>.</p>May 2019 Community Events2019-05-03T22:00:00-07:002019-05-03T22:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-05-03:/may-events-2019.html<h3>Social Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Sunday, May 19th, @ 12PM-2PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1263212103839510/">Licton Springs / North College Park “Buy Nothing” Community Picnic</a>, Licton Springs Park <br>
Come together for a community picnic/potluck and meet neighbors. </li>
</ul>
<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Saturday, May 4th, @ 10AM-2PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/417106812417957/">Nesbit Community Cleanup</a>, 88th & Nesbit <br>
This Neighbor Day, come out with friends and family to …</li></ul><h3>Social Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Sunday, May 19th, @ 12PM-2PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1263212103839510/">Licton Springs / North College Park “Buy Nothing” Community Picnic</a>, Licton Springs Park <br>
Come together for a community picnic/potluck and meet neighbors. </li>
</ul>
<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Saturday, May 4th, @ 10AM-2PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/417106812417957/">Nesbit Community Cleanup</a>, 88th & Nesbit <br>
This Neighbor Day, come out with friends and family to show a little love to Nesbit! Pick up litter, remove graffiti, pull weeds, paint, and more! Food, music, and fun provided- wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty!
<a href="/images/2019NeighborDay.JPG"><img alt="Nesbit Community Cleanup" src="/images/2019NeighborDay.JPG"></a></li>
<li>Tuesday, May 7th, @ 6PM-7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2487184864633354/">Mineral Springs Park Community Meeting</a>, Mineral Springs Park <br>
Discuss Mineral Springs Park events, work parties, and community engagement.</li>
<li>Thursday, May 9th @ 7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/592632211257652/">ALUV Monthly Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church 10510 Stone Ave N<br />
ALUV stands for Aurora Licton Urban Village and seeks to build a pedestrian-safe, visually vibrant, economically sound, livable, and welcoming urban village using sustainable-growth principles.</li>
<li>Thursday, May 9th @ 8PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/406568233457005/">District 5 Candidate Forum Seattle City Council</a>, Haller Lake Community Club <br>
SOS is holding a forum for Seattle District Council Position 5 candidates to answer questions relating to public safety, homelessness and addiction/mental illness issues facing Seattle as well as other top issues facing the city and District 5.</li>
<li>Saturday, May 11th @ 10AM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/work_party.pdf">Friends of Licton Springs Park Clean Up</a>,
Licton Springs Park <br>
Join FRIENDS OF LICTON SPRINGS for our monthly work party.</li>
<li>Wednesday, May 15th @ 6:30PM-8PM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council Monthly Meeting</a>, OakTree Ihop, 10002 Aurora Ave N<br />
Licton Springs Community Council Meetings are open to the public and represent the interests of the residents and the owners of commercial and professional businesses in the Licton Springs Neighborhood of the City of Seattle, Washington, to improve community welfare and happiness, and to promote a quality of life consonant with an urban, residential community</li>
</ul>
<p>To stay up to date on other activities coming up, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>.</p>
<p>Hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at <a href="mailto: lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a></p>You're invited to the "Aurora Bright Dawn" Art Dedication!2019-04-21T13:00:00-07:002019-04-21T13:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-04-21:/aurora-bright-dawn.html<p>Come join <a href="http://auroralictonuv.org/">ALUV</a> and artist Vicki Scuri for the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/656037301496613/">dedication of “Aurora Bright Dawn”</a> on Saturday, April 27th!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.codaworx.com/project/aurora-bright-dawn-seattle-office-of-arts-culture-sdot">Aurora Bright Dawn</a> was commissioned by the City of Seattle’s Arts & Culture as part of the Neighborhood Street Fund (NSF) program. The NSF program funds projects requested by the community and …</p><p>Come join <a href="http://auroralictonuv.org/">ALUV</a> and artist Vicki Scuri for the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/656037301496613/">dedication of “Aurora Bright Dawn”</a> on Saturday, April 27th!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.codaworx.com/project/aurora-bright-dawn-seattle-office-of-arts-culture-sdot">Aurora Bright Dawn</a> was commissioned by the City of Seattle’s Arts & Culture as part of the Neighborhood Street Fund (NSF) program. The NSF program funds projects requested by the community and is helping achieve ALUV’s goal of building community together- A safe, pedestrian-friendly, inclusive urban village that works for everyone.</p>
<p>Where: Oaktree Plaza Pedestrian Crossing Aurora Ave N at N 102nd St. <br>
When: April 27th 12:00 pm-1:00pm <br>
Who: Open to everyone. <br>
What you can do: Although completely voluntary and not necessary to attend, Vicki Scuri is asking neighbors who would like to participate to donate
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011NVHX9A/ref=psdc_14193171_t4_B07D8N2KP1">solar LED globes</a> that change colors. This donation will help by not only bringing a splash of color and light but also a sense of building community together.</p>
<p><a href="/images/aurorabridgeart2.png"><img alt="Aurora Bridge Art" src="/images/aurorabridgeart2.png"></a></p>Community Input Wanted: Vote for Neighborhood Street Fund Projects2019-04-17T13:00:00-07:002019-04-17T13:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-04-17:/voting-neighborhood-street-fund-2019.html<h2>Vote for Neighborhood Street Fund Projects</h2>
<p>It's time to vote for the <a href="https://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/neighborhood-street-fund">Neighborhood Street Fund</a> projects your community needs most! Voting will be open now through May 5, 2019. Your vote will determine which projects in your district move forward for final selection by the move Seattle Levy Oversight Committee …</p><h2>Vote for Neighborhood Street Fund Projects</h2>
<p>It's time to vote for the <a href="https://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/neighborhood-street-fund">Neighborhood Street Fund</a> projects your community needs most! Voting will be open now through May 5, 2019. Your vote will determine which projects in your district move forward for final selection by the move Seattle Levy Oversight Committee.</p>
<p>Please consider supporting improvements to help make Licton Springs more connected to Green Lake:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.seattle.gov/Documents/Departments/SDOT/NSF/Applications/NSFPacket_2019_114.pdf">Wallingford Ave N crosswalk</a> (#2019-114). This project is listed as part of District 6 but would benefit both District 5 and District 6.</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/NSF_D6_LictonSprings.JPG"><img alt="Vote for Licton Springs" src="/images/NSF_D6_LictonSprings.JPG"></a></p>
<p>There are three ways to vote:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NSF_English_Ballot">Online</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.spl.org/hours-and-locations">At a local Seattle Public Library branch</a></li>
<li>At a pop-up event (such as on Monday, April 22nd from 3:00-6:00 PM at Grocery Outlet, 13201 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133)</li>
</ul>
<p>Voting is open to anyone age 11 and up who lives, works, goes to school, worships, receives services, volunteers, or is part of a program in the City of Seattle.
Each Voter may cast one ballot per City Council district and may choose up to five (5) projects per district. If you mark more than 5 projects, your vote will not be counted.</p>April Community Happenings2019-03-31T06:00:00-07:002019-03-31T06:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-03-31:/april-events-2019.html<h3>LoveLicton Sponsored Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Monday, April 29th, @ 6PM-8:30PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1701530073325722/">Open Source Hackathon</a>, North Seattle College CC1254B<br />
<a href="/images/events/2019/april/hackathon.jpg"><img alt="Open Source Hackathon!" src="/images/events/2019/april/hackathon.jpg"></a></li>
</ul>
<p>Open Source Hackathon meetups provide an opportunity to work with others on Open Source Projects. There will be a variety of projects to work on, including some that do not require programming knowledge at all …</p><h3>LoveLicton Sponsored Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Monday, April 29th, @ 6PM-8:30PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1701530073325722/">Open Source Hackathon</a>, North Seattle College CC1254B<br />
<a href="/images/events/2019/april/hackathon.jpg"><img alt="Open Source Hackathon!" src="/images/events/2019/april/hackathon.jpg"></a></li>
</ul>
<p>Open Source Hackathon meetups provide an opportunity to work with others on Open Source Projects. There will be a variety of projects to work on, including some that do not require programming knowledge at all. All contributions, from code to graphic design and documentation are welcome. If you've always wanted to get involved in Open Source or work on projects with other developers in the community, this is a great way to start!</p>
<h3>Social Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Saturday, April 13th, @ 12PM-4PM, <a href="https://gslug.org/2019/03/20/general-meeting-on-april-13.html">Greater Seattle Linux User Group</a>,North Seattle College, Education Building, Room 1840A<br /> Meet with other Linux users in the area.</li>
<li>Sunday, April 14th, @ 7PM-8:3PM <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/371829976993110/">Seattle Symphonic Band 2019 Ensemble Concert</a><br />
Enjoy a selection of chamber music works performed by select members of the Seattle Symphonic Band. $5 suggested donation</li>
</ul>
<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Tuesday, April 2nd, @ 5:45PM-6:45PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/392600414892031/">April Mineral Springs Park Community Meeting</a>, Meridian Center for Health<br />
Discuss Mineral Springs Park events, work parties, and community engagement.</li>
<li>Wednesday, April 3rd, @ 7PM-8:30PM, <a href="http://seattlenpac.blogspot.com/">SPD North Precinct Advisory Council</a>, Cascadia Elementary School’s library, 1700 N 90th St.<br />
Questions and informal networking with law enforcement and community members follows the agenda for about 15 minutes. NPAC meetings are open to the public and people concerned about public safety are encouraged to attend.</li>
<li>Monday, April 8th @ 7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1011521999058585/">Neighbors of Nesbit: SNG Community Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church<br />
Interested in public safety and community building in your neighborhood? Join SNG and neighbors in planning BBQ's, block parties, clean-ups and more! Refreshments provided, children are welcome! To learn more, contact Jordan Haselnus, jordan@sngi.org</li>
<li>Thursday, April 11th @ 7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AuroraLicton/">ALUV Monthly Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church 10510 Stone Ave N<br />
ALUV stands for Aurora Licton Urban Village and seeks to build a pedestrian-safe, visually vibrant, economically sound, livable, and welcoming urban village using sustainable-growth principles.</li>
<li>Saturday, April 13th @ 10AM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/work_party.pdf">Friends of Licton Springs Park Clean Up</a>,<br />
Licton Springs Park
Join FRIENDS OF LICTON SPRINGS for our monthly work party.</li>
<li>Wednesday, April 17th @ 6:00PM-7:45PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2036858859769746/">Licton Springs Community Council Monthly Meeting</a>, Northgate Community Center 10510 5th Ave NE<br />
Licton Springs Community Council Meetings are open to the public and represent the interests of the residents and the owners of commercial and professional businesses in the Licton Springs Neighborhood of the City of Seattle, Washington, to improve community welfare and happiness, and to promote a quality of life consonant with an urban, residential community</li>
<li>Saturday, April 27th @ 12:00PM-1:00PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/656037301496613/">Dedication “Aurora Bright Dawn”</a>, Oak Tree Village<br />
Join ALUV and artist Vicki Scuri for the dedication of the art installation on the N 102nd pedestrian bridge. Through SDOT’s Neighborhood Street Fund Grant program, ALUV members were able secure funds and select an artist to bring color to Aurora Ave.</li>
</ul>
<p>To stay up to date on other activities coming up, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>.</p>
<p>Hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at <a href="mailto: lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a></p>Join Neighbors to Reclaim and Restore our Urban Forest2019-03-22T19:30:00-07:002019-03-22T19:30:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-03-22:/licton-springs-urban-forest-march-2019.html<p><a href="/images/spring/reaching.jpg"><img alt="Trees Reaching" src="/images/spring/reaching.jpg"></a></p>
<p><strong>This Saturday</strong> be part of a community effort to restore a forgotten neighborhood greenspace! Trees for Seattle needs our help to continue their work with the community to reclaim our forgotten greenspace by spreading mulch and removing blackberry. The weather looks excellent for the event, but please don’t forget …</p><p><a href="/images/spring/reaching.jpg"><img alt="Trees Reaching" src="/images/spring/reaching.jpg"></a></p>
<p><strong>This Saturday</strong> be part of a community effort to restore a forgotten neighborhood greenspace! Trees for Seattle needs our help to continue their work with the community to reclaim our forgotten greenspace by spreading mulch and removing blackberry. The weather looks excellent for the event, but please don’t forget to wear long pants, sturdy shoes, and appropriate layers to keep you warm and dry. Make sure you bring your rain gear just in case - we will work rain or shine!</p>
<p><strong>When:</strong> Saturday, March 23rd, 2019; 9:00am – 12:00pm</p>
<p><strong>Where:</strong> Look for the event on the northeast corner of N 85th St and Meridian Ave N.</p>
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<p><strong>What:</strong> Blackberry removal, spreading mulch and freeing trees!</p>
<p><strong>Where to park/how to get there:</strong> Near the bus stop for the 45, 355, and 994. There is street parking in the neighborhood where we are working, and Bishop Blanchet, the high school directly across the street, has generously opened their parking lot our volunteers, which can be accessed from 82nd Street. The school will also be hosting a sports event, so there may be limited spots. Please use the crosswalk at 85th and Wallingford to safely cross 85th Street. Trees for Seattle should be easy to spot - the group with hot coffee and lots of shovels!</p>
<p>At the event, there will be coffee, water, light snacks, tools, gloves and instructions for everyone.</p>
<p>Together we can improve our neighborhood greenspace!</p>
<p>~Timothy</p>LoveLicton.com Celebrates One Year2019-03-12T01:18:00-07:002019-03-12T01:18:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-03-12:/love-licton-celebrates-one-year.html<p>One year ago today, with a simple post <a href="https://lovelicton.com/an-early-preview-of-spring-in-licton-springs.html">highlighting the beauty of the Licton Springs park as spring came into view</a>, my wife and I started Licton Spring's first community blog; LoveLicton.com.
Since that time we've met so many wonderful neighbors and inspiring community groups.
We've helped to host …</p><p>One year ago today, with a simple post <a href="https://lovelicton.com/an-early-preview-of-spring-in-licton-springs.html">highlighting the beauty of the Licton Springs park as spring came into view</a>, my wife and I started Licton Spring's first community blog; LoveLicton.com.
Since that time we've met so many wonderful neighbors and inspiring community groups.
We've helped to host countless events, and joined all of you to fight for causes important for our neighborhood.
We couldn't feel more lucky to be a part of this community and hope to continue to do our part to keep it a great place to live.</p>
<p>We hope this is the first of many years!</p>
<p>You're neighbors,</p>
<p>~Timothy and Amanda Crosley</p>March Community Happenings2019-03-03T11:00:00-08:002019-03-03T11:00:00-08:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-03-03:/march-events-2019.html<h3>LoveLicton Sponsored Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Saturday, March 23rd, @ 9AM-12PM, <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/talictonsprings">Trees for Seattle: 85th & Meridian Work Party</a>, 85th & Meridian</li>
</ul>
<p>Be part of a community effort to restore a forgotten neighborhood greenspace! We will mulch in areas that volunteers have already removed blackberries and continue to reclaim space and free trees from aggressive weeds …</p><h3>LoveLicton Sponsored Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Saturday, March 23rd, @ 9AM-12PM, <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/talictonsprings">Trees for Seattle: 85th & Meridian Work Party</a>, 85th & Meridian</li>
</ul>
<p>Be part of a community effort to restore a forgotten neighborhood greenspace! We will mulch in areas that volunteers have already removed blackberries and continue to reclaim space and free trees from aggressive weeds.</p>
<p><a href="/images/trees_for_seattle_helpers.jpg"><img alt="Trees 4 Seattle Helpers" src="/images/trees_for_seattle_helpers.jpg"></a></p>
<h3>Social Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Sunday, March 3rd, @ 2PM-4PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/299419464100244/">Fastelavn: A Danish Carnival in Seattle</a>, Northwest Danish Association, 1833 N 105th St (<strong>$10 entry free for non-members</strong>)<br />
Fastelavn is a Danish carnival for kids! Come celebrate this Danish tradition with us in Seattle. Costumes are encouraged!</li>
<li>Saturday, March 9, @ 12PM-4PM, <a href="https://gslug.org/2019/02/23/general-meeting-on-march-9.html">Greater Seattle Linux User Group</a>,North Seattle College, Education Building, Room 1840A<br /> Meet with other Linux users in the area.</li>
<li>Monday, March 11, @ 6PM-8PM, <a href="https://www.meetup.com/North-Seattle-Tech-Talks/events/258472973/">North Seattle Tech Talks: Surviving Technical Interviews</a>, North Seattle College, 9600 College Way North, Room CC1161<br />
We'll be talking about how to survive – and thrive – in the software development interview process, including tips and tricks for answering both behavioral and technical interview questions.</li>
<li>Friday, March 22, @ 7PM-8:3PM <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/423875805023784/">1st Annual Continuing Education Writers Salon</a><br />
1st Annual CE Writers Salon where the Juror Award Winners from our CE Writers Contest will have the opportunity to read their work. All are welcome to this event. Drinks and snacks will be served.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Tuesday, March 5th, @ 6PM-7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2328865027388792/">March Mineral Springs Park Community Meeting</a>, Meridian Center for Health<br />
Discuss Mineral Springs Park events, work parties, and community engagement.</li>
<li>Wednesday, March 6th, @ 7PM-8:30PM, <a href="http://seattlenpac.blogspot.com/">SPD North Precinct Advisory Council</a>, Cascadia Elementary School’s library, 1700 N 90th St.<br />
Questions and informal networking with law enforcement and community members follows the agenda for about 15 minutes. NPAC meetings are open to the public and people concerned about public safety are encouraged to attend.</li>
<li>Saturday, March 9th @ 10AM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/work_party.pdf">Friends of Licton Springs Park Clean Up</a>,<br />
Licton Springs Park
Join FRIENDS OF LICTON SPRINGS for our monthly work party.</li>
<li>Thursday, March 14th @ 7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2165042220255553/">ALUV Monthly Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church 10510 Stone Ave N<br />
ALUV stands for Aurora Licton Urban Village and seeks to build a pedestrian-safe, visually vibrant, economically sound, livable, and welcoming urban village using sustainable-growth principles.</li>
<li>Wednesday, March 20th @ 6:30PM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council Monthly Meeting</a>, Meridian Center for Health<br />
Licton Springs Community Council Meetings are held the third Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm at Meridian Center for Health (10521 Meridian Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133).</li>
</ul>
<p>To stay up to date on other activities coming up, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>.</p>
<p>Hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at <a href="mailto: lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a></p>Snow Covers Licton Springs with Stunning Effect2019-02-04T01:18:00-08:002019-02-04T01:18:00-08:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-02-04:/snow-covers-licton-springs-feb-2019.html<p>Today, for many, was a snow day - as snow covered Seattle's landscape. Licton Springs was no exception, with our schools, parks, and landmarks all covered with a layer of snow.</p>
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<p>Stay safe everyone, but take some time to enjoy the snow!</p><p>Today, for many, was a snow day - as snow covered Seattle's landscape. Licton Springs was no exception, with our schools, parks, and landmarks all covered with a layer of snow.</p>
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<p>Stay safe everyone, but take some time to enjoy the snow!</p>February Community Happenings2019-02-03T19:00:00-08:002019-02-03T19:00:00-08:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-02-03:/february-events-2019.html<h3>LoveLicton Sponsored Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Monday, February 25th, @ 6PM-830PM, <a href="https://www.meetup.com/North-Seattle-Tech-Talks/events/258053538/">Open Source Hackathon: Work on everything from community art projects to programming</a>, North Seattle College, Room CC11</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/events/2019/hackathon.jpg"><img alt="Open Source Hackathon!" src="/images/events/2019/hackathon.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Open Source Hackathon meetups provide an opportunity to work with others on Open Source Projects. All contributions, from code to graphic design and documentation are welcome …</p><h3>LoveLicton Sponsored Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Monday, February 25th, @ 6PM-830PM, <a href="https://www.meetup.com/North-Seattle-Tech-Talks/events/258053538/">Open Source Hackathon: Work on everything from community art projects to programming</a>, North Seattle College, Room CC11</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/events/2019/hackathon.jpg"><img alt="Open Source Hackathon!" src="/images/events/2019/hackathon.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Open Source Hackathon meetups provide an opportunity to work with others on Open Source Projects. All contributions, from code to graphic design and documentation are welcome. If you’ve always wanted to get involved in Open Source or work on projects with other developers in the community this is a great way to start! Free and open to all skill levels and experience. Food, coffee, and expert advice provided free.</p>
<h3>Social Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Saturday, February 9th @ 12-4PM, <a href="https://gslug.org/">Greater Seattle Linux User Group</a>, North Seattle College, Education Building, Room 1840A<br />
GSLUG is a community of people in the Seattle area who share an interest in Linux and open source software. Everyone is welcome, whether you’ve never used Linux before or you’re a seasoned kernel developer. Come join us the 2nd Saturday of each month to learn and share!</li>
</ul>
<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Tuesday, February 5th, @ 6PM-7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/279662642729332/">February Mineral Springs Park Community Meeting</a>, Meridian Center for Health<br />
Discuss Mineral Springs Park events, work parties, and community engagement.</li>
<li>Wednesday, February 6th, @ 7PM-8:30PM, <a href="http://seattlenpac.blogspot.com/">SPD North Precinct Advisory Council</a>, Cascadia Elementary School’s library, 1700 N 90th St.<br />
Questions and informal networking with law enforcement and community members follows the agenda for about 15 minutes. NPAC meetings are open to the public and people concerned about public safety are encouraged to attend.</li>
<li>Saturday, February 9th @ 10AM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/work_party.pdf">Friends of Licton Springs Park Clean Up</a>,<br /> Licton Springs Park
Join FRIENDS OF LICTON SPRINGS for our monthly work party.</li>
<li>Saturday, February 9th @ 11AM, 8547 Midvale Ave N, <a href="/images/events/2019/8547.pdf">On Site Design Review</a><br />
Northwest Builders Finance and JW Architects are collaborating to design the redevelopment of 8547 Midvale Ave N. To give feedback attend this drop-in session or take the <a href="https://www.jwaseattle.com/8547-english">8547 online survey</a> before February 15.</li>
<li>Saturday, February 9th @ 11AM, 8551 Midvale Ave N, <a href="/images/events/2019/8551.pdf">On Site Design Review</a><br />
Northwest Builders Finance and JW Architects are collaborating to design the redevelopment of 8551 Midvale Ave N.
To give feedback attend this drop-in session or take the <a href="https://www.jwaseattle.com/8551-english">8551 online survey</a> before February 15.</li>
<li>Thursday, February 14th @ 7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AuroraLicton">ALUV Monthly Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church 10510 Stone Ave N<br />
ALUV stands for Aurora Licton Urban Village and seeks to build a pedestrian-safe, visually vibrant, economically sound, livable, and welcoming urban village using sustainable-growth principles.</li>
<li>Wednesday, February 20th @ 6:30PM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council Monthly Meeting</a>, Meridian Center for Health<br />
Licton Springs Community Council Meetings are held the third Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm at Meridian Center for Health (10521 Meridian Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133).</li>
</ul>
<p>To stay up to date on other activities coming up, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>.</p>
<p>Hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at <a href="mailto: lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a></p>Community Input Wanted: Neighborhood Street Fund & Your Voice, Your Choice2019-01-29T08:00:00-08:002019-01-29T08:00:00-08:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-01-29:/neighborhood-street-fund-2019.html<h2>Help Prioritize Neighborhood Street Fund Projects</h2>
<p>Community members have submitted over 300 projects for the <a href="https://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/neighborhood-street-fund">Neighborhood Street Fund</a> and now it is time for community prioritization of the initiatives. Every vote has a huge impact at this stage of the process.</p>
<p>Please consider supporting some of the proposed Licton Springs …</p><h2>Help Prioritize Neighborhood Street Fund Projects</h2>
<p>Community members have submitted over 300 projects for the <a href="https://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/neighborhood-street-fund">Neighborhood Street Fund</a> and now it is time for community prioritization of the initiatives. Every vote has a huge impact at this stage of the process.</p>
<p>Please consider supporting some of the proposed Licton Springs projects:</p>
<ul>
<li>Improvements to help make Licton Springs more connected to Green Lake at N 85TH, including improving the <a href="https://nsf.consider.it/2019-114?results=true">Wallingford Ave N crosswalk</a> (#2019-114) and the <a href="https://nsf.consider.it/2019-25?results=true">Ashworth Ave N intersection</a> (#2019-25). These projects are listed as part of District 6 but would benefit both District 5 and District 6.</li>
<li>Improvements to Aurora Ave N including <a href="https://nsf.consider.it/2019-116?results=true">adding lighting</a> (#2019-116), <a href="https://nsf.consider.it/2019-75?results=true">additional art installations</a> (#2019-75) and <a href="https://nsf.consider.it/2019-18?results=true">crosswalk safety improvements</a> (#2019-18).</li>
<li>A proposal to make <a href="https://nsf.consider.it/2019-14?results=true">Stone Ave N</a> (#2019-14) a designated North / South Greenway providing safe pedestrian and bicycling access to schools, parks, and amenities.</li>
</ul>
<p>You can find a map of all the submitted projects <a href="https://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/neighborhood-street-fund/projects-map">here</a>.</p>
<p>Upcoming Community Meetings:</p>
<ul>
<li>District 6 - Crown Hill Center, Tuesday, January 29, 7pm to 8:30pm</li>
<li>District 5 - Broadview Branch Seattle Public Library, Thursday, January 31, 6pm to 7:30pm</li>
<li>District 5 - Lake City Community Center, Tuesday, February 5th, 6:30pm to 8pm</li>
<li>District 6 - Phinney Center Community Hall, Wednesday, February 13th, 6pm to 7:30pm</li>
</ul>
<p>To provide feedback, rank projects proposed in your district online <a href="https://nsf.consider.it/">here</a>, or at a Community Prioritization Meeting in your district. The meetings will begin with a presentation of all the projects proposed in the hosting district. Then, you will receive a score card, where you can rank your top projects and submit to SDOT staff. Top-ranked projects will proceed to the voting phase in spring 2019.</p>
<h3>Submit Ideas for Your Voice, Your Choice 2019:</h3>
<p>After voting on Neighborhood Street Fund Projects: help decide how to spend $2,000,000 of the City's budget on small-scale physical improvement projects to Seattle's parks & streets through <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/programs-and-services/your-voice-your-choice">Your Voice, Your Choice</a>!</p>
<p>Each project must:
<em> Benefit the public
</em> Cost $90,000 or less
* Be a physical project that is located within Seattle's parks or streets</p>
<p>Ideas may be submitted <a href="https://seattle.surveymonkey.com/r/YVYC-2019-ideas">online</a> or in-person at any Seattle Public Library branch or various public outreach events. Submit your ideas by February 22nd!</p>
<p>Please contact Amy Nguyen at <a href="mailto:amy.nguyen@seattle.gov">amy.nguyen@seattle.gov</a> or 206.222.2044 with any questions.</p>What's next for Nesbit?2019-01-13T22:00:00-08:002019-01-13T22:00:00-08:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-01-13:/next-for-nesbit.html<p>Nesbit Ave N. between N 85TH and N 90TH street has seen more than its fair share of change and disruption over the last few years.
A tiny house village opened on the street 2 years ago, while reports indicated that crime was concentrating in the area.
Then, after months …</p><p>Nesbit Ave N. between N 85TH and N 90TH street has seen more than its fair share of change and disruption over the last few years.
A tiny house village opened on the street 2 years ago, while reports indicated that crime was concentrating in the area.
Then, after months of escalating tensions, <a href="https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/crime/prosecutors-suspect-became-fixated-on-homeless-man-before-fatal-seattle-shooting/">a homeless man was shot and killed on Nesbit</a>. While all of this was occurring, a large seemingly abandoned lot, and 2 large construction projects left few eyes on the street.</p>
<p><a href="/images/nesbit/tiny_houses.jpg"><img alt="Tiny Houses" src="/images/nesbit/tiny_houses.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/nesbit/abandoned.jpg"><img alt="Abandoned" src="/images/nesbit/abandoned.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/nesbit/construction_1.jpg"><img alt="construction" src="/images/nesbit/construction_1.jpg"></a></p>
<p>This led <a href="https://www.sngi.org/welcome/index.php">Seattle Neighborhood Group</a> to create a Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0ByAPPfoZcdyXRTJIb0hhMUF4aWpQN2VVMUpIb24wblpKeHR3/view?usp=sharing">(CPTED) report</a> on the 8800th block of Nesbit at the end of 2017, and then survey neighbors about the area last year.</p>
<p>Since then, the tiny house village has announced its permanent closure, to be replaced with a 112 unit affordable housing project built by <a href="https://lihi.org/">LIHI</a>:</p>
<p><a href="/images/nesbit/tiny_house_replacement.jpg"><img alt="Tiny House Replacement" src="/images/nesbit/tiny_house_replacement.jpg"></a></p>
<p>On the street, branches have been trimmed, new lights installed to improve visibility, and sharps containers planned. And of course, construction projects are getting closer to completion:</p>
<p><a href="/images/nesbit/new_lights.jpg"><img alt="new_lights" src="/images/nesbit/new_lights.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/nesbit/88th.jpg"><img alt="88th construction" src="/images/nesbit/88th.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Seattle Neighborhood Group wants to keep this momentum going, and is hosting a community meeting to discuss the survey and improvements this Thursday:</p>
<p><a href="/images/nesbit/flyer.jpg"><img alt="Nesbit Meeting" src="/images/nesbit/flyer.jpg"></a></p>
<p>The meeting will be held at the nearby Cascadia Elementary School, January 17th, 6-7:30 PM.
Hopefully, as neighbors, we can impact the future of Nesbit together.</p>
<p>~Timothy</p>New Life Being Breathed into Oak Tree Market2019-01-08T22:00:00-08:002019-01-08T22:00:00-08:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-01-08:/ht-market-remodel-2019.html<p>Following the remodel that occurred at the next door Oak Tree Cinema a few years back, HT Market is now also being remodeled.
Once the remodel is complete, around 1/4 of the market will be dedicated to Real Plaza Latina, which will provide Latin groceries, baked goods, and a …</p><p>Following the remodel that occurred at the next door Oak Tree Cinema a few years back, HT Market is now also being remodeled.
Once the remodel is complete, around 1/4 of the market will be dedicated to Real Plaza Latina, which will provide Latin groceries, baked goods, and a deli.</p>
<p><a href="/images/oaktree/ht/details.jpg"><img alt="Changes Coming" src="/images/oaktree/ht/details.jpg"></a></p>
<p>A Mediterranean section is also being added to HT, helping transform it into a truly international market.</p>
<p><a href="/images/oaktree/ht/mediterranean.jpg"><img alt="Mediterranean Section" src="/images/oaktree/ht/mediterranean.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Finally, Fun DJ appears to have closed, and is set to be replaced by a new dumpling restaurant:</p>
<p><a href="/images/oaktree/ht/fun_dj.jpg"><img alt="Fun DJ" src="/images/oaktree/ht/fun_dj.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/oaktree/ht/dumplings.jpg"><img alt="Dumplings" src="/images/oaktree/ht/dumplings.jpg"></a></p>
<p>All of this, while Pilgrim Coffeehouse continues expanding its presence in the plaza, now open 5 days a week:</p>
<p><a href="/images/oaktree/ht/pilgrim.jpg"><img alt="Fun DJ" src="/images/oaktree/ht/pilgrim.jpg"></a></p>
<p>With one of Seattle's most comfortable theaters, a truly international market, phenomenal inexpensive teriyaki, and a local coffee roaster: Oak Tree is becoming not only a great community resource but a place worth the stop.</p>Happy New Year: January Community Happenings2019-01-01T16:00:00-08:002019-01-01T16:00:00-08:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2019-01-01:/january-events-2019.html<p>Hope you had a great holiday season and a happy New Year! Let’s start 2019 off right with a summary of some of the great events happening in our neighborhood this month.</p>
<p>UPDATE: The Mineral Springs park meeting was moved from January 8th to January 15th.</p>
<h3>LoveLicton Sponsored Events …</h3><p>Hope you had a great holiday season and a happy New Year! Let’s start 2019 off right with a summary of some of the great events happening in our neighborhood this month.</p>
<p>UPDATE: The Mineral Springs park meeting was moved from January 8th to January 15th.</p>
<h3>LoveLicton Sponsored Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Monday, January 21st, @ 9AM-12PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/289340921720168/">Trees for Seattle MLK Day of Service: Licton Springs Work Party</a>, N 85th St & Meridian Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103 <br>
Join us to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service by getting outside! Volunteers will remove aggressive, invasive blackberry that threatens beautiful neighborhood trees, and reclaim a neighborhood green space that needs some love. This is a great opportunity to make your mark on your neighborhood landscape while connecting with friends and neighbors.
<br></li>
</ul>
<h3>Social & Networking Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Sunday, January 6th, @ 4:30-6PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/512968175890002/">Strathmore Paper Demo</a>, Seattle Artist League, 10219 Aurora Ave N. <br>
Jamee Linton-Kelly, Artist Educator for Strathmore Artist Papers™, will present “The Essentials of Paper”, a 90-minute hands-on presentation on Strathmore Drawing and Watercolor Papers. The presentation will focus on how understanding a paper’s fiber, weight, texture, surface, grade and permanency affect an artist’s choice and usage of fine art paper. Attendees participate in hands-on exercises, using a selection of papers and drawing materials. The goal of the presentation is to provide information to help artists select the right papers for their medium and techniques.
<br></li>
<li>Monday, January 14, @ 6-8:30PM, <a href="https://www.meetup.com/North-Seattle-Tech-Talks/events/254970025/">Continuous Integration, Delivery, and Deployment: Automation for Fun and Profit</a>, North Seattle College, 9600 College Way North, Room CC1161. <br>
We'll be talking about the basics in automation for software development and deployment, with a focus on web services and applications, related version control and cloud computing technologies.
<br></li>
</ul>
<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Wednesday, January 2nd, @ 7PM-8:30PM, <a href="http://seattlenpac.blogspot.com/">SPD North Precinct Advisory Council</a>, Cascadia Elementary School’s library, 1700 N 90th St.<br>
Questions and informal networking with law enforcement and community members follows the agenda for about 15 minutes. NPAC meetings are open to the public and people concerned about public safety are encouraged to attend. <br></li>
<li>Thursday, January 10th @ 7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AuroraLicton">ALUV Monthly Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church 10510 Stone Ave N<br>
ALUV stands for Aurora Licton Urban Village and seeks to build a pedestrian-safe, visually vibrant, economically sound, livable, and welcoming urban village using sustainable-growth principles. <br></li>
<li>Saturday, January 12th @ 10AM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/work_party.pdf">Friends of Licton Springs Park Clean Up</a>, Licton Springs Park <br>
Join FRIENDS OF LICTON SPRINGS for our monthly work party.<br></li>
<li>Tuesday, January 15th, @ 6PM-7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/753714205013733/">January Mineral Springs Park Community Meeting</a>, Meridian Center for Health
Discuss Mineral Springs Park events, work parties, and community engagement.</li>
<li>Wednesday, January 16th @ 6:30PM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council Monthly Meeting</a>, Meridian Center for Health<br>
Licton Springs Community Council Meetings are held the third Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm at Meridian Center for Health (10521 Meridian Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133).<br></li>
<li>Thursday, January 17th @ 6-7:30PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/753643308334809/753643628334777/?notif_t=admin_plan_mall_activity&notif_id=1547016664907086">Nesbit Community Share Back Meeting</a>, Cascadia Elementary (1700 N 90th St, Seattle, WA 98103)<br>
Join SNG and neighbors at our Community Share Back Meeting to Learn about SNG's community work on Nesbit Ave N and other Seattle neighborhoods.</li>
<li>Thursday January 24th @ 6:30PM, Home Zone Update Meeting, Meridian Center for Health (10521 Meridian Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133).<br></li>
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<p>To stay up to date on other activities coming up, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>.
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Hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below or at lovelicton@gmail.com</p>Happy New Year! 2018 Year in Review2018-12-30T23:00:00-08:002018-12-30T23:00:00-08:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-12-30:/year-in-review-2018.html<p>Hi neighbors, happy New Year! We wanted to take some time to review some of the major events and changes that occurred over the last year, as we celebrate the beginning of 2019.</p>
<p>Here are some of our highlights from last year in Licton Springs:</p>
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<p>LoveLicton gets …</p></div></div></div></section><p>Hi neighbors, happy New Year! We wanted to take some time to review some of the major events and changes that occurred over the last year, as we celebrate the beginning of 2019.</p>
<p>Here are some of our highlights from last year in Licton Springs:</p>
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<p>LoveLicton gets off the ground with its first article showing Licton Springs Park in spring.</p>
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<h2>I5 Pedestrian Bridge Goes Forward</h2>
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<p>After fears about the state of the project, the commitment to build a pedestrian bridge from Licton Springs directly to light rail and the mall is reaffirmed.</p>
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<h2>Tiny House Permit Renewed</h2>
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<p>The Licton Springs Tiny House Village gets its permit renewed for an additional year.</p>
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<h2>El Patio replaces Tropicos Breeze</h2>
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<p>Fear that we lost our favorite Latin restaurant was quelched when it's revealed the restaurant is only changing ownership within the same family.</p>
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<h2>School Street Safety Improvements</h2>
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<p>Street safety improvements along 92nd and 90th, around the new schools, begin preparation.</p>
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<h2>Aurora Starts Getting Cleaned-up</h2>
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<p>A pawn shop on Aurora Ave. N. that has been encouraging neighborhood theft gets shut down. Meanwhile, weekly street & sidewalk cleaning begin.</p>
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<h2>Urban Forest Work Begins</h2>
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<p>Neighbors and Trees for Seattle come together to begin building a thriving urban forest in Licton Springs.</p>
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<h2>Disc Golf Lessons Start</h2>
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<p>LoveLicton works with the local Disc Golf community to begin free monthly beginner disc golf lessons.</p>
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<h2>LSCC Gets New Website</h2>
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<p>LoveLicton and the Licton Springs Community Council partner to create a new website for LSCC.</p>
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<h2>Original Real Estate Gold Rush</h2>
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<p>Documents revealing Licton Spring's role in Seattle's original real estate goldrush are discovered.</p>
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<h2>Teriyaki Taste Test!</h2>
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<p>LoveLicton highlights several local restaurants as it performs the first ever Licton Springs Teriyaki Taste Test</p>
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<h2>Mineral Springs Park Community</h2>
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<p>A strong community starts building around Mineral Springs Park, with a community bbq and monthly cleanup events.</p>
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<h2>Greenway Construction Begins</h2>
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<p>Construction of the North Seattle Neighborhood Greenway project down 100th Ave N begins.</p>
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<h2>Licton Springs the Most Competitive Neighborhood?</h2>
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<p>Redfin comes out with an index to score competitiveness when buying a home in a neighborhood, and Licton Springs comes out on top across the entire country.</p>
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<h2>Transit Frequency Increased</h2>
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<p>Transit frequency for 2 of Licton Springs most popular bus routes (the E-line and 41) get increased.</p>
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<h2>Licton Springs chosen for Home Zone Pilot</h2>
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<p>Licton Springs was chosen by Seattle Neighborhood Greenways for North Seattle's pioneering Home Zone Pilot.</p>
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<h2>Outdoor Movie Night and Dog Pawty</h2>
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<p>LoveLicton works with Seattle Parks to hold the first ever outdoor movie night in Mineral Springs Park</p>
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<h2>Oak Tree Starbucks Closes</h2>
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<p>It's a sad day for Coffee lovers in Licton Springs as the urban village's only coffee shop shuts its doors. Starbucks decided to close the location, one of its original 10 locations, after 31 years in business.</p>
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<h2>Non-pedestrian Business Moratorium Extended</h2>
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<p>The City Council unanimously passes an extension of the moratorium on non-pedestrian friendly business within the Aurora Licton Urban Village.</p>
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<h2>Tiny House Village Closure</h2>
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<p>The Licton Springs Tiny House Village announces its plans to close permanently early in 2019.</p>
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<h2>Aurora Bridge Art Project</h2>
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<p>The Aurora Bridge Pedestrian Art project, which ALUV spearheaded, begins construction.</p>
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<h2>Pilgrim Coffee comes to Oak Tree</h2>
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<p>Pilgrim Coffee begins serving coffee at Oak Tree Plaza, filling the void left from Starbucks closing</p>
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<h2>LoveLicton wins Denny Award</h2>
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<p>LoveLicton wins Denny Award for its role in bringing the community together.</p>
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<h2>Daffodils planted by Aurora Bridge</h2>
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<p>Neighbors come together and plant daffodils at site of ALUV's Aurora Bridge Art Project.</p>
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<h2>Community Board Games</h2>
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<p>LoveLicton partners with Meridian Center for Health to host a community board game and coffee event.</p>
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<h2>OpenSource meetup launched</h2>
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<p>LoveLicton launches local OpenSource hackathon meetup in partnership with NorthSeattle College and DomainTools LLC.</p>
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<h2>Home Zone Pilot Begins</h2>
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<p>Licton Springs Home Zone Pilot begins making progress with first wayfinding sign put in place.</p>
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<h2>Holidays in Licton Spring</h2>
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<p>Holiday events in Mineral Springs Park and Licton Springs Park bring the community together.</p>
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<h2>Pilgrim Coffeehouse Expands Schedule</h2>
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<p>Pilgrim Coffeehouse ends 2018 and starts 2019 with an expanded 5 day (Monday-Friday) schedule.</p>
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<p>We look forward to an even more amazing 2019!</p>
<p>Happy New Year!</p>Happy Holidays!2018-12-24T12:00:00-08:002018-12-24T12:00:00-08:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-12-24:/happy-holidays-2018.html<p>Hi Neighbors!</p>
<p>We wanted to share with you some of the holiday cheer we saw on display around Licton Springs.</p>
<p>Many houses in the neighborhood have impressive light displays:</p>
<p><a href="/images/holidays/2018/house_1.jpg"><img alt="House 1" src="/images/holidays/2018/house_1.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/holidays/2018/house_2.jpg"><img alt="House 2" src="/images/holidays/2018/house_2.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/holidays/2018/house_3.jpg"><img alt="House 3" src="/images/holidays/2018/house_3.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/holidays/2018/house_4.jpg"><img alt="House 4" src="/images/holidays/2018/house_4.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/holidays/2018/house_5.jpg"><img alt="House 5" src="/images/holidays/2018/house_5.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Businesses along North Aurora (Nora) are also lit up nicely this year as icicles line the business fronts:</p>
<p><a href="/images/holidays/2018/aurora_1.jpg"><img alt="Icicle lights line business fronts" src="/images/holidays/2018/aurora_1.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/holidays/2018/aurora_2.jpg"><img alt="All along Nora the lights can be seen" src="/images/holidays/2018/aurora_2.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/holidays/2018/aurora_3.jpg"><img alt="Oak Tree Plaza has lights lining the roofs of businesses" src="/images/holidays/2018/aurora_3.jpg"></a></p>
<p>In nearby Greenwood …</p><p>Hi Neighbors!</p>
<p>We wanted to share with you some of the holiday cheer we saw on display around Licton Springs.</p>
<p>Many houses in the neighborhood have impressive light displays:</p>
<p><a href="/images/holidays/2018/house_1.jpg"><img alt="House 1" src="/images/holidays/2018/house_1.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/holidays/2018/house_2.jpg"><img alt="House 2" src="/images/holidays/2018/house_2.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/holidays/2018/house_3.jpg"><img alt="House 3" src="/images/holidays/2018/house_3.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/holidays/2018/house_4.jpg"><img alt="House 4" src="/images/holidays/2018/house_4.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/holidays/2018/house_5.jpg"><img alt="House 5" src="/images/holidays/2018/house_5.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Businesses along North Aurora (Nora) are also lit up nicely this year as icicles line the business fronts:</p>
<p><a href="/images/holidays/2018/aurora_1.jpg"><img alt="Icicle lights line business fronts" src="/images/holidays/2018/aurora_1.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/holidays/2018/aurora_2.jpg"><img alt="All along Nora the lights can be seen" src="/images/holidays/2018/aurora_2.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/holidays/2018/aurora_3.jpg"><img alt="Oak Tree Plaza has lights lining the roofs of businesses" src="/images/holidays/2018/aurora_3.jpg"></a></p>
<p>In nearby Greenwood, the tradition of placing playful monkeys in business windows for zoo lights continues:</p>
<p><a href="/images/holidays/2018/monkeys_1.jpg"><img alt="Monkeys 1" src="/images/holidays/2018/monkeys_1.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/holidays/2018/monkeys_2.jpg"><img alt="Monkeys 2" src="/images/holidays/2018/monkeys_2.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/holidays/2018/monkeys_3.jpg"><img alt="Monkeys 3" src="/images/holidays/2018/monkeys_3.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Over in Olympic Manor, it appears more houses are decorated than are not:</p>
<p><a href="/images/holidays/2018/olympic_manor_1.jpg"><img alt="Olympic Manor House 1" src="/images/holidays/2018/olympic_manor_1.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/holidays/2018/olympic_manor_2.jpg"><img alt="Olympic Manor House 2" src="/images/holidays/2018/olympic_manor_2.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/holidays/2018/olympic_manor_3.jpg"><img alt="Olympic Manor House 3" src="/images/holidays/2018/olympic_manor_3.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/holidays/2018/olympic_manor_4.jpg"><img alt="Olympic Manor House 4" src="/images/holidays/2018/olympic_manor_4.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/holidays/2018/olympic_manor_5.jpg"><img alt="Olympic Manor House 5" src="/images/holidays/2018/olympic_manor_5.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Finally, in Maple Leaf we enjoyed seeing this light display in-sync with music:</p>
<p><a href="/images/holidays/2018/mapleleaf_lights.jpg"><img alt="Maple Leaf Lights" src="/images/holidays/2018/mapleleaf_lights.jpg"></a>
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/DAPtZdYA4RA" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
<p>If you want to go see some holiday lights for yourself this season, here are some of our favorite public installations nearby:</p>
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<p>Did we miss anything? What is your favorite house or public light installation? Let us know in the comments below!</p>
<p>Happy Holidays!</p>Holiday Events Brighten Licton Springs2018-12-16T21:00:00-08:002018-12-16T21:00:00-08:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-12-16:/holiday_event_cheer_2018.html<p>Thank you to everyone that came out Saturday and helped make Licton Spring's holiday a little brighter! Whether you helped put lights up at Licton Springs park or made crafts and enjoyed music with us at Mineral Springs Park, you are part of what makes this neighborhood such a great …</p><p>Thank you to everyone that came out Saturday and helped make Licton Spring's holiday a little brighter! Whether you helped put lights up at Licton Springs park or made crafts and enjoyed music with us at Mineral Springs Park, you are part of what makes this neighborhood such a great place to call home. Here are some of our favorite memories from this year's holiday events:</p>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/december/lights_strung.jpg"><img alt="Stringing Lights" src="/images/events/2018/december/lights_strung.jpg"></a></p>
<p><em>Neighbors get up early to string lights up at Licton Springs Park</em></p>
<p><a href="images/events/2018/december/mineral_springs_crowd.jpg"><img alt="Event Attendees" src="images/events/2018/december/mineral_springs_crowd.jpg"></a></p>
<p><em>Neighbors and friends gather at Mineral Springs park to enjoy hot cocoa, Jones Soda, and snacks while working on crafts and enjoying local musicians</em></p>
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/-WD8N4TO0go" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
<p><em>Seattle Sugarplum Elves put on a great performance, drawing in the crowd.</em></p>
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/pXHwu5DEvQs" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
<p><em>Randy from the Parks Department, who has done so much to enable Mineral Springs Park improvements, gets pulled into the Seattle Sugar Plum Elves' performance.</em></p>
<p><a href="images/events/2018/december/hugh.jpg"><img alt="Hugh Sutton" src="images/events/2018/december/hugh.jpg"></a></p>
<p><em>Musician Hugh Sutton plays a variety of songs that engage the kids, including Star Wars tracks!</em></p>
<p><a href="images/events/2018/december/jones.jpg"><img alt="Jones Soda" src="images/events/2018/december/jones.jpg"></a></p>
<p><em>Beyond hot cocoa and cookies, attendees enjoyed a wide variety of soda donated by Jones Soda.</em></p>
<p><a href="images/events/2018/december/raffle.jpg"><img alt="Raffle" src="images/events/2018/december/raffle.jpg"></a></p>
<p><em>Raffle tickets are handed out to everyone that donated clothing or canned goods for Aurora Commons.</em></p>
<p><a href="images/events/2018/december/cards.jpg"><img alt="Cards" src="images/events/2018/december/cards.jpg"></a></p>
<p><em>Kids put together custom holiday cards at the craft table.</em></p>
<p><a href="images/events/2018/december/dog_1.jpg"><img alt="Dog 1" src="images/events/2018/december/dog_1.jpg"></a>
<a href="images/events/2018/december/dog_2.jpg"><img alt="Dog 2" src="images/events/2018/december/dog_2.jpg"></a>
<a href="images/events/2018/december/dog_3.jpg"><img alt="Dog 3" src="images/events/2018/december/dog_3.jpg"></a></p>
<p><em>Neighborhood dogs said hello during the festivities.</em></p>
<p><a href="images/events/2018/december/tree.jpg"><img alt="Tree fell" src="images/events/2018/december/tree.jpg"></a></p>
<p><em>All of this the day after a large tree fell down in the park due to a wind storm!</em></p>
<p><a href="images/events/2018/december/lights_1.jpg"><img alt="Lights 1" src="images/events/2018/december/lights_1.jpg"></a>
<a href="images/events/2018/december/lights_2.jpg"><img alt="Lights 2" src="images/events/2018/december/lights_2.jpg"></a>
<a href="images/events/2018/december/lights_3.jpg"><img alt="Lights 3" src="images/events/2018/december/lights_3.jpg"></a>
<a href="images/events/2018/december/lights_4.jpg"><img alt="Lights 4" src="images/events/2018/december/lights_4.jpg"></a></p>
<p><em>Finally, we ended the night with a beautifully lit Licton Springs Park.</em></p>
<p>Hope you have a great holiday season!</p>TODAY: Tis the Season: Card Making & Holiday Drive2018-12-15T12:00:00-08:002018-12-15T12:00:00-08:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-12-15:/tis_the_season_2018_vent.html<p>Our FREE holiday event at Mineral Springs Park is today 1-4PM.
Come join us at Mineral Springs Park, 1500 N 105th St, for a free holiday event including music, holiday card-making activities, festive games, hot beverages and snacks. Food and clothing items will be collected for Aurora Commons. All are …</p><p>Our FREE holiday event at Mineral Springs Park is today 1-4PM.
Come join us at Mineral Springs Park, 1500 N 105th St, for a free holiday event including music, holiday card-making activities, festive games, hot beverages and snacks. Food and clothing items will be collected for Aurora Commons. All are welcome!</p>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/december/tis_the_season.jpg"><img alt="Tis The Season Event Poster" src="/images/events/2018/december/tis_the_season.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Hope to see you there!</p>Tis The Season: December Community Events2018-12-01T20:00:00-08:002018-12-01T20:00:00-08:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-12-01:/december-events-2018.html<p>Come celebrate the holiday season with friends and neighbors at our upcoming events in Mineral Springs Park & Licton Springs Park! </p>
<h3>LoveLicton Sponsored Events:</h3>
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<li>Saturday, December 15th, @ 1PM-4PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/290985698194133/">Card Making & Holiday Drive</a>, Mineral Springs Park, 1500 N 105th St <br>
Come join us at Mineral Springs Park on Saturday, December 15th from …</li></ul><p>Come celebrate the holiday season with friends and neighbors at our upcoming events in Mineral Springs Park & Licton Springs Park! </p>
<h3>LoveLicton Sponsored Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Saturday, December 15th, @ 1PM-4PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/290985698194133/">Card Making & Holiday Drive</a>, Mineral Springs Park, 1500 N 105th St <br>
Come join us at Mineral Springs Park on Saturday, December 15th from 1PM to 4PM for a FREE holiday event including music, holiday card-making activities, festive games, hot beverages and snacks. Food and clothing items will be collected for local non-profits. All are welcome!</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/december/tis_the_season.jpg"><img alt="Tis The Season Event Poster" src="/images/events/2018/december/tis_the_season.jpg"></a></p>
<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Sunday, December 2nd, @ 10AM-2PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/197108631232393/">Help Mulch for Oak Tree Village Art Installation</a>, Oak Tree Village, 10002 Aurora Ave N <br>
Mulch has been donated to cover the bulbs we planted at the Oak Tree Village pedestrian overpass. Need some hands to help spread. BYOR (bring your own rake).</li>
<li>Wednesday, December 5th @ 7PM, SPD North Precinct Advisory Council, Cascadia Elementary School’s library 1700 N 90th St
<br>
At the December meeting, there will be the usual 5 minute reports and the Captain's report, but instead of a guest speaker we will have a social and poster session where attendees can list neighborhood public safety concerns and successes. Please consider bringing a holiday snack to share! Coffee will be provided.</li>
<li>Saturday, December 8th @ 10AM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/work_party.pdf">Friends of Licton Springs Park Clean Up</a>, Licton Springs Park <br>
Join FRIENDS OF LICTON SPRINGS for the last work party of 2018. We have over 100 new plants to place in the ground. Come join us! </li>
<li>Sunday, December 9th @ 10AM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/570930256676951/">4th Annual Haller Lake Craft Fair to benefit Mary’s Place</a>, Haller Lake Community Club, 12579 Densmore Ave N <br>
Come to the 4th Annual Haller Lake Craft Fair for holiday shopping and entertainment! $2 suggested donation to Mary's Place. </li>
<li>Thursday, December 13th @ 7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AuroraLicton">ALUV Monthly Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church 10510 Stone Ave N <br>
ALUV stands for Aurora Licton Urban Village and seeks to build a pedestrian-safe, visually vibrant, economically sound, livable, and welcoming urban village using sustainable-growth principles.</li>
<li>Saturday, December 15th, @ 10AM, Licton Lights, Licton Springs Park <br>
We'll be doing Licton Lights again this holiday season to light up Licton Springs park! We could use some help morning of Dec. 15 10 AM at the park. Rumors that there might be cookies.</li>
<li>Monday, December 17th, @ 6:30PM, <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/DPD/aboutus/news/events/DesignReview/Detail/default.aspx?id=7022">Northgate Early Design Guidance Meeting</a>, Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Room 202 <br>
Design Review Early Design Guidance for 4, 6 to 8-story buildings with 1,164 apartments, 25 live-work units, and retail. Parking for 1,346 vehicles proposed. Existing structures to be demolished.</li>
</ul>
<p>To stay up to date on other activities coming up, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>.</p>
<p>Hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below!</p>Open Source Meetup Tonight 6PM2018-11-28T15:00:00-08:002018-11-28T15:00:00-08:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-11-28:/in-practice-2018.html<p>Join us tonight at North Seattle College, for our first ever Open Source development meetup:</p>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/november/in_practice.jpg"><img alt="OpenSource Event" src="/images/events/2018/november/in_practice.jpg"></a></p>
<p>There will be free food and coffee (from Pilgrim Coffeehouse!).</p>
<p>Hope to see some of you there!</p>
<p>~Timothy</p><p>Join us tonight at North Seattle College, for our first ever Open Source development meetup:</p>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/november/in_practice.jpg"><img alt="OpenSource Event" src="/images/events/2018/november/in_practice.jpg"></a></p>
<p>There will be free food and coffee (from Pilgrim Coffeehouse!).</p>
<p>Hope to see some of you there!</p>
<p>~Timothy</p>Happy Thanksgiving!2018-11-22T15:00:00-08:002018-11-22T15:00:00-08:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-11-22:/happy-thanksgiving-2018.html<p><a href="/images/thanksgiving.jpg"><img alt="Happy Thanksgiving!" src="/images/thanksgiving.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Hi Neighbors!</p>
<p>We at LoveLicton wanted to wish you a happy Thanksgiving!</p>
<p>We have so much to be thankful for this year:</p>
<ul>
<li>Our readers and community members that together make this a great place to call home.</li>
<li><a href="https://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council</a> as they've continued their great work of giving a …</li></ul><p><a href="/images/thanksgiving.jpg"><img alt="Happy Thanksgiving!" src="/images/thanksgiving.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Hi Neighbors!</p>
<p>We at LoveLicton wanted to wish you a happy Thanksgiving!</p>
<p>We have so much to be thankful for this year:</p>
<ul>
<li>Our readers and community members that together make this a great place to call home.</li>
<li><a href="https://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council</a> as they've continued their great work of giving a unified voice to all community members and helping to lead community events (including the phenomenal Halloween event at Licton Springs Park).</li>
<li><a href="http://auroralictonuv.org/">ALUV</a> who has been working tirelessly to improve the Aurora Corridor. Their latest work can be seen on the Aurora Ave N. pedestrian bridge art project.</li>
<li><a href="http://lictonspringsppatch.wixsite.com/seattle">Licton Springs P-Patch leadership</a> really making our p-patch not only beautiful but a cornerstone of the community.</li>
<li><a href="http://seattlegreenways.org/neighborhoods/licton-haller-greenways/">Licton-haller Greenways / Seattle Neighborhood Greenways</a> working to make North Seattle and Licton Springs walkable and bikeable. They've been crucial in the creation of many Licton Springs Greenways such as the one nearing completion on N 100TH street, and have been working on <a href="https://lovelicton.com/home-zone-2018.html">North Seattle's pioneering Home Zone Pilot</a> right here in Licton Springs.</li>
<li><a href="https://epiclifechurch.org/">Epic Life Church</a> has consistently been there for the community. Allowing community meetings to be hosted in their church, leading a cleanup down along Aurora Ave N., and hosting community events.</li>
<li><a href="https://neighborcare.org/meridian">Meridian Health Center</a> which has served as the closest thing to a Licton Springs Community Center. They've hosted all the Licton Springs Community Council meetings, Mineral Springs Park meetings, and even community events such as Saturday's <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/341916543226078/">board game event</a>.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/MineralSpringsSeattle/">Friends of Mineral Springs Park</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/250860298866679/">Mineral Springs Disc Golf Club</a>, and <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/parks">Seattle Parks and Recreation</a> as they've worked to bring a strong sense of community to Seattle's only Disc Golf Park. This has lead to many events being held at the park and increased / more varied usage.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.pilgrimcoffeehouse.com/">Pilgrim Coffee</a> set up in Oak Tree Plaza when we <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pilrim_coffee_comes_to_oaktree.html">needed them most</a> and have been roasting and brewing excellent coffee for the community. </li>
<li><a href="https://www.northseattle.edu/">North Seattle College</a> who've worked with the city and local community members to ensure a safe, appealing, and environmental conscience bridge is built from Licton Springs to the upcoming Northgate Lightrail Station. They've also been working with us to ensure <a href="https://www.meetup.com/North-Seattle-Tech-Talks/events/255745950/">Licton Springs and North Seattle College become a hotbed of Open Source innovation</a>.</li>
<li><a href="https://northwestdanish.org/">Northwest Danish Association</a> beyond all the great work they do for our Danish residents, they opened up their doors on many occasions for community-wide events.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/131617810551046/?ref=br_rs">Buy Nothing Licton Springs</a> who has done more than just provide a venue for the exchange of items, providing a forum for constructive community conversation, and the sharing of community events.</li>
<li>All the other countless local businesses and non-profits in Licton Springs.</li>
</ul>
<p>We hope you enjoy the holiday with your family and loved ones!</p>
<p>And after the holiday and Black Friday shopping is over we hope to unwind with some of you over coffee and board games:</p>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/november/board_games.jpg"><img alt="Board Game Event" src="/images/events/2018/november/board_games.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Happy Thanksgiving!</p>Home Zone Pilot Moves Forward2018-11-21T10:00:00-08:002018-11-21T10:00:00-08:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-11-21:/home-zone-november-2018-update.html<p>Significant progress has been made since we originally introduced the <a href="https://lovelicton.com/home-zone-2018.html">Licton Spring's Home Zone Pilot</a> back in August.
Just recently the City passed $350K in funding for Home Zone Pilots (the Licton Springs pilot being the first such in North Seattle), following an article about the project <a href="https://crosscut.com/2018/11/unwilling-wait-1800-years-sidewalks-seattle-residents-experiment">on Crosscut</a>. If …</p><p>Significant progress has been made since we originally introduced the <a href="https://lovelicton.com/home-zone-2018.html">Licton Spring's Home Zone Pilot</a> back in August.
Just recently the City passed $350K in funding for Home Zone Pilots (the Licton Springs pilot being the first such in North Seattle), following an article about the project <a href="https://crosscut.com/2018/11/unwilling-wait-1800-years-sidewalks-seattle-residents-experiment">on Crosscut</a>. If all goes well, some of this funding will help to compliment the Small Sparks grant the community was awarded for the project as well as funding received from <a href="http://seattlegreenways.org/">Seattle Neighborhood Greenways</a>. All of which, was accomplished after the community <a href="https://lovelicton.com/home-zone-2018-meeting-1.html">gave valuable input</a>, shaping what such a project would look like in Licton Springs.</p>
<p>After discussion with the community and collection of initial traffic counts, we've coalesced on some simple initial steps:</p>
<ul>
<li>Intersection / Street Art</li>
<li>Planters placed along the roads without sidewalks</li>
<li>Pedestrian Wayfinding / newsletter signs</li>
<li>A professionally performed traffic study</li>
</ul>
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<p>Despite the progress that has been made - walking around the neighborhood, for the most part, everything still looks untouched.
While the community has identified many locations that they believe would be suitable for street art,
it is not feasible to paint the street during Seattle's rainy season, leaving such work to wait for next year.
And, while there have been some areas identified as potentially suitable for planters, this work will not begin
until permits are secured and impacted households are contacted and give their direct approval.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, there is at least one physical reflection of the project, as the first prototype wayfinding sign was installed at the corner of N 88th and Burke Ave N right before Halloween:</p>
<p><a href="/images/homezone/sign.jpg"><img alt="Prototype wayfinding sign" src="/images/homezone/sign.jpg"></a></p>
<p>The sign was constructed by volunteers using basic material and equipment:</p>
<ul>
<li>A standard <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/p/Pressure-Treated-Premium-Post-Common-4-in-x-4-in-x-8-ft-Actual-3-56-in-x-3-56-in-x-96-in-559000104040800/100043699">pre-treated 4 x 4 inch x 8 feet post</a>.</li>
<li>Outdoor & weatherproof resilience paint from the Licton Spring's Sherwin Williams (6797 Jay Blue, 6740 Kilkenny, & 7077 Original White)</li>
<li>2 inch and 1 inch white vinyl letters</li>
<li>2 1/2 x 4 x 8 Hemlock Boards cut into 2 foot sections (for the direction signs)</li>
</ul>
<p>During the construction of the sign, which costs well under $200 to build, significant lessons were learned that will be applied to any future wayfinding signs:</p>
<ul>
<li>The directions were painted on one side of each direction sign, with a solid color on the other, this can lead to the wayfinding sign seeming blank from some angles. Future signs will be 4 inches longer and have the locations printed on both sides.</li>
<li>Some of the direction wood pieces split slightly where they were attached to the main post. Having the directions not use the 4 inches where the connection needs to be made, as well as making pilot holes into the connection points, should remedy this issue for future signs.</li>
<li>Over-sized rubber bands are an amazing tool to line up letters.</li>
<li>Stencils tend to bleed, and even if they don't they have an amateur appearance. Vinyl letters are cheap, easy, and if done right, resilient.</li>
<li>A clear coat, such as Polyurethane, should be applied after letters are placed to ensure they stay in place and offer extra protection against the elements.</li>
<li>These really are fun to make!</li>
</ul>
<p>Finally, to both this wayfinding sign and future ones, we will be adding a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BWY4X06/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1">brochure box</a> where community members will always be able to physically pick up a community newsletter and know about upcoming events and happenings in the neighborhood.</p>
<h2>Want a wayfinding sign in your lawn strip?</h2>
<p>As part of the Home Zone project, there is an opportunity to get a wayfinding sign installed on your lawn strip!
If you are interested, please <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAyTIykalRoE5B0eFyiD1vtPopPqkysTw1f7yfaOY5CiKIMA/viewform?usp=sf_link">sign up here</a>.
This opportunity is available to any homeowner within Licton Springs.</p>
<h2>Want to help out?</h2>
<p>Want to help move the project forward? Have artistic ability or are willing to help build planter boxes or signs? Willing to reach out to neighbors or host a meeting?
Please <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAtYcX8J4IQE_agDKW45oXHEvzt0LaOTQ1lImnO8CdkqSScg/viewform?usp=sf_link">sign up here</a>!</p>
<h2>What's next?</h2>
<p>Over the next few months expect to see the first prototype planter/traffic calming measure installed.
Expect opportunities to provide feedback on the initial traffic calming measures, as well as initially proposed street art.
Then as, weather permits, expect street art painting to begin.</p>
<p>What do you think about the Home Zone project? Have any feedback on the initial wayfinding sign? We'd love to hear from you in the comments below!</p>
<p>Happy Thanksgiving!</p>Make your mark on the Aurora Bridge Art Project2018-11-11T23:00:00-08:002018-11-11T23:00:00-08:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-11-11:/vibrant-art-aurora-2018-daffodils.html<p>If you are as excited about the ongoing art project on the Aurora Pedestrian Bridge <a href="https://lovelicton.com/vibrant-art-aurora-2018.html">as we are</a>, you will be thrilled to hear there is now an opportunity to meet neighbors and help enhance the project!
This coming weekend (Saturday the 17th and Sunday the 18th), neighbors will be …</p><p>If you are as excited about the ongoing art project on the Aurora Pedestrian Bridge <a href="https://lovelicton.com/vibrant-art-aurora-2018.html">as we are</a>, you will be thrilled to hear there is now an opportunity to meet neighbors and help enhance the project!
This coming weekend (Saturday the 17th and Sunday the 18th), neighbors will be meeting 10:00am-4:00pm to prepare the soil and then plant over 3 thousand daffodil bulbs.</p>
<p><a href="/images/aurora/bulbs.png"><img alt="Daffodils" src="/images/aurora/bulbs.png"></a></p>
<p>The project will be completed in two steps, first preparing the soil on Saturday and then planting on Sunday:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1565438684303677/">Aurora Bridge Art Installation - Ground Prep</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2473996325974293/">Aurora Bridge Art Installation - Daffodil Planting</a></li>
</ul>
<p>Wear heavy gloves and yard shoes. Bring your own planting tools: shovels, trowels, hand clippers (for cutting ivy roots). Rain gear if it is wet!</p>
<p>You can find out more on <a href="http://auroralictonuv.org/2018/11/11/community-planting-project-nov-17th-18th/?fbclid=IwAR21ZzkUQRsPudMdVgRaOGrYX40KfUZhe6_Ew9HjS9ALPP1xlt_xyhRbfhg">ALUV's website</a>, who first alerted us to this community project.</p>
<p>Hope to see you there!</p>Changes coming soon to Northgate Transit Center2018-11-08T15:00:00-08:002018-11-08T15:00:00-08:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-11-08:/northgate-transit-changes-2018.html<p>Well ahead of the light rail opening, many changes are coming to Northgate Transit Center, some over the next few weeks, and others early next year.</p>
<p>Back in September, we saw our first positive change as the <a href="https://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/constantine/news/release/2018/July/25-metro-service-amazon-seattle.aspx">41 bus received more frequent service</a>. However, as Seattle prepares for the <a href="http://sdotblog.seattle.gov/2018/09/07/seattles-transportation-new-normal-is-just-around-the-corner/">period …</a></p><p>Well ahead of the light rail opening, many changes are coming to Northgate Transit Center, some over the next few weeks, and others early next year.</p>
<p>Back in September, we saw our first positive change as the <a href="https://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/constantine/news/release/2018/July/25-metro-service-amazon-seattle.aspx">41 bus received more frequent service</a>. However, as Seattle prepares for the <a href="http://sdotblog.seattle.gov/2018/09/07/seattles-transportation-new-normal-is-just-around-the-corner/">period of maximum constraint</a> early next year,
you can expect even more changes to come to our transit station.</p>
<p>The first major change coming is the opening of the new parking garage to the north of the station, coinciding with the close of the 2 west side lots:</p>
<p><a href="images/northgate/parking.jpg"><img alt="New Parking Setup" src="images/northgate/parking.jpg"></a></p>
<p>The new parking garage will contain 450 parking spots, more than making up for the closed lots, <a href="https://komonews.com/news/local/want-to-park-at-the-northgate-park-and-ride-it-might-cost-you-125-per-month">but some of the new spots will be reserved for paying customers</a>.
More information about the parking changes can be found <a href="https://m.soundtransit.org/northgatestation/northgate-transit-center-park-and-ride">on Sound Transit's overview</a>.
These changes will take effect Monday, November 19th.</p>
<p>Then, come March of next year, <a href="https://m.soundtransit.org/Projects-and-Plans/service-planning/service-implementation-plan">big changes are planned for our fastest connection to Bellevue - the 555</a>. The route will be updated to bypass Montlake and operate only between Northgate and Bellevue, no longer serving Eastgate or Issaquah.
This should result in much quicker and dependable transit times for those commuting between Licton Springs and Downtown Bellevue.</p>
<p>Finally, with land usage signs now visible around the North Seattle College's Campus, construction on the pedestrian bridge from Licton Springs to the transit center has passed its biggest hurdles and is set to begin construction next year.</p>
<p>Here's to hoping all the transit changes lead to a quicker more dependable commute!</p>Coffee is back in Licton Springs!2018-11-04T20:00:00-08:002018-11-04T20:00:00-08:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-11-04:/pilrim_coffee_comes_to_oaktree.html<p>We've just been given news we couldn't be happier to report:</p>
<p>Pilgrim Coffee is coming to Oak Tree plaza!</p>
<p><a href="/images/pilgrim/poster.jpg"><img alt="Poster" src="/images/pilgrim/poster.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Starting tomorrow Pilgrim Coffee will be operating at 10002 Aurora Ave N Monday - Wednesday 7-10 AM, and we've heard rumors that if demand is high enough they may expand their hours …</p><p>We've just been given news we couldn't be happier to report:</p>
<p>Pilgrim Coffee is coming to Oak Tree plaza!</p>
<p><a href="/images/pilgrim/poster.jpg"><img alt="Poster" src="/images/pilgrim/poster.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Starting tomorrow Pilgrim Coffee will be operating at 10002 Aurora Ave N Monday - Wednesday 7-10 AM, and we've heard rumors that if demand is high enough they may expand their hours next month.</p>
<p>It's been a little less than two months since <a href="https://lovelicton.com/original_north_seattle_starbucks_closing.html">Starbucks left Licton Spring's urban village</a>, leaving the area without any coffee options.
Tomorrow that all changes. While many would have been content with almost any Coffee Shop setting up at the location, we couldn't be more ecstatic that our favorite Coffee Truck
is setting up right in front of the old Starbucks. We've been a fan of Pilgrim Coffee for a while, as they've roasted some great coffee right here in the neighborhood:</p>
<p><a href="/images/pilgrim/roasts.jpg"><img alt="Roasts" src="/images/pilgrim/roasts.jpg"></a></p>
<p>It also doesn't hurt that the opening happens at the perfect time for holiday-inspired drinks:</p>
<p><a href="/images/pilgrim/holiday_drinks.jpg"><img alt="Holiday Drink Specials" src="/images/pilgrim/holiday_drinks.jpg"></a></p>
<p>We hope you will join us drinking some great local coffee!</p>Leaves are Falling & Autumn is Here: November Community Events2018-11-01T20:00:00-07:002018-11-01T20:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-11-01:/november-events-2018.html<hr>
<p>Correction (11/5/18): The ALUV meeting has been cancelled this month due to scheduling conflicts.</p>
<hr>
<p>We hope everyone had fun at the Licton Springs Park Halloween Walk yesterday! There were over 300 trick-or-treaters and lots of great costumes!!</p>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/october/halloween_crowd.jpg"><img alt="Hundreds come out for Halloween event" src="/images/events/2018/october/halloween_crowd.jpg"></a></p>
<p>I am certainly <em>thankful</em> for all of the great upcoming community …</p><hr>
<p>Correction (11/5/18): The ALUV meeting has been cancelled this month due to scheduling conflicts.</p>
<hr>
<p>We hope everyone had fun at the Licton Springs Park Halloween Walk yesterday! There were over 300 trick-or-treaters and lots of great costumes!!</p>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/october/halloween_crowd.jpg"><img alt="Hundreds come out for Halloween event" src="/images/events/2018/october/halloween_crowd.jpg"></a></p>
<p>I am certainly <em>thankful</em> for all of the great upcoming community events happening this month. Check them out below!</p>
<h3>LoveLicton Sponsored Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Saturday, November 24th, @ 12PM-2PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/341916543226078/">Board Games and Coffee</a>, Neighborcare Health at Meridian 10521 Meridian Ave N</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/november/board_games.jpg"><img alt="Board Game Event" src="/images/events/2018/november/board_games.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Take a quick break from the holidays, meet your neighbors, and join us for free board games, party games, and snacks at Meridian Health room 110. All are welcome.</p>
<ul>
<li>Wednesday, November 28th @ 6PM, <a href="https://www.meetup.com/North-Seattle-Tech-Talks/events/255745950/">In Practice: Applying Secure Software Design Principles in Open Source</a>, North Seattle College, Room CC1161</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/november/in_practice.jpg"><img alt="North Seattle Tech Talks In Practice" src="/images/events/2018/november/in_practice.jpg"></a></p>
<p>"In Practice" meetups provide an opportunity to contribute to Open Source Projects. For new contributors, there will be seasoned contributors and projects maintainers available during the Meetup to help direct you through the process. All contributions, from code to graphic design and documentation are welcome. If you've always wanted to get involved in Open Source or work on projects with other developers in the community this is a great way to start!</p>
<h3>Social & Networking Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Sunday, November 4th, @ 11AM-3PM, <a href="https://www.northwestdanish.org/danish-holiday-bazaar/">Danish Holiday Bazaar</a>, Northwest Danish Association 1833 N 105th St #101</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/november/holiday_bazaar.jpg"><img alt="Holiday Bazaar" src="/images/events/2018/november/holiday_bazaar.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Eat delicious smørrebrød (Danish open-faced sandwiches) and do your holiday shopping!</p>
<p>The Bazaar offers unique gifts, homemade Danish Christmas crafts, Christmas items from Denmark, Danish Christmas cookies, cake, and much more. Unique Danish julekurve (Christmas baskets) are raffled off to lucky winners! Open to the public.</p>
<ul>
<li>Saturday, November 10th, @ 9AM-5PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1082305698605711/">Better Book Sale</a>, North Seattle College 9600 College Way N.</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/november/books.jpg"><img alt="Book Sale" src="/images/events/2018/november/books.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Don't miss Friends of The Seattle Public Library one-day "better" book sale! This sale features hundreds of "like-new," gift quality books of all genres starting at $3!
The sale will be held in the OLD Cafeteria on the 1st Floor of the College Center Building located in the SE corner of the North Seattle Campus.</p>
<ul>
<li>Friday, November 16, 2018, @ 6PM-9PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/295273121196762/">International Night</a>, North Seattle College, Room CC1456</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/november/international_night.jpg"><img alt="International Night" src="/images/events/2018/november/international_night.jpg"></a></p>
<p>International Night is the biggest party of the year!
International Night promotes understanding of other cultures through food, music, dance and celebration!
Come for the free food, stay for the talent show!
Performers are from all over the world!
Free and open to everyone!</p>
<p>Are you IN?</p>
<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Monday, November 5th, @ 8PM, <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/DPD/aboutus/news/events/DesignReview/Detail/default.aspx?id=7064">Northgate Early Design Guidance Meeting</a>, Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Room 202</li>
</ul>
<p>Design Review Early Design Guidance for a Major Phased Development for eleven buildings with, retail sales and service, office, sports and recreation and hotel. Parking for 1100 vehicles proposed. Some existing structures to be demolished.</p>
<ul>
<li>Wednesday, November 7th, @ 7PM, <a href="http://seattlenpac.blogspot.com/2018/10/november-npac-meets-wednesday-november.html">Seattle North Precinct Advisory Council</a>, Cascadia Elementary School 1700 N 90th St</li>
</ul>
<p>The North Precinct Advisory Council is a community organization devoted to promoting partnership between residents, schools, businesses, and the Seattle Police Department to effectively address public safety issues.</p>
<ul>
<li>CANCELLED due to scheduling conflicts <span style="text-decoration: line-through;">Thursday, November 8th @ 7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AuroraLicton">ALUV Monthly Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church 10510 Stone Ave N<span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="text-decoration: line-through;">
ALUV stands for Aurora Licton Urban Village and seeks to build a pedestrian-safe, visually vibrant, economically sound, livable, and welcoming urban village using sustainable-growth principles.
</span></p>
<ul>
<li>Saturday, November 10th @ 10AM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/work_party.pdf">Friends of Licton Springs Park Clean Up</a>, Licton Springs Park</li>
</ul>
<p>Join FRIENDS OF LICTON SPRINGS for our monthly work parties</p>
<ul>
<li>Tuesday, November 13th @ 6PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/302070293727106/">Mineral Springs Park Community Meeting</a>, Neighborcare Health at Meridian 10521 Meridian Ave N</li>
</ul>
<p>Discuss Mineral Springs Park events, work parties, and community engagement.</p>
<ul>
<li>Wednesday, November 14th @ 6:30PM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council Meeting</a>, Neighborcare Health at Meridian 10521 Meridian Ave N</li>
</ul>
<p>Join Licton Springs Community Council for our monthly meeting.</p>
<ul>
<li>Saturday, November 17th @ 10AM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1565438684303677/">Aurora Bridge Art Installation - Ground Prep</a>, Aurora Pedestrian Bridge</li>
</ul>
<p>Help prepare the soil for the planting of 3700 bulbs as part of the art installation at the N. 102nd Street Pedestrian Overpass.</p>
<ul>
<li>Sunday, November 18th @ 10AM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2473996325974293/">Aurora Bridge Art Installation - Daffodil Planting</a>, Aurora Pedestrian Bridge</li>
</ul>
<p>Help plant 3700 daffodil bulbs as part of the art installation at the N. 102nd Street Pedestrian Overpass.</p>
<p>To stay up to date on other activities coming up, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>.
Hope to see you at an upcoming event!</p>
<p>Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below!</p>North Seattle Precinct set to expand Licton Springs footprint2018-10-29T23:00:00-07:002018-10-29T23:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-10-29:/north-precinct-set-to-grow.html<p>Where College Way N and Meridian Ave N meet in Licton Springs there is a small police station. That station is responsible for serving all of North Seattle. From Ballard to UDistrict, Fremont to Haller Lake, all of them are served by the North Precinct. This easily makes it the …</p><p>Where College Way N and Meridian Ave N meet in Licton Springs there is a small police station. That station is responsible for serving all of North Seattle. From Ballard to UDistrict, Fremont to Haller Lake, all of them are served by the North Precinct. This easily makes it the station that serves both the largest land area and population.</p>
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<p>Naturally, this has led for many calls to split the precinct, or most recently, replace it with a new much larger location (on Aurora). However, thus far, there hasn't been political alignment to turn these calls into reality. The most recent of which was stopped by a counter campaign to <a href="http://council.seattle.gov/2016/09/16/sawant-block-the-bunker-activists-to-celebrate-victory-on-north-precinct-call-to-use-funds-for-housing/">"Block the Bunker"</a>, primarily driven from those who live in areas that aren't in the area served by the precinct they wish to block.</p>
<p>Now, if you walk by the precinct, you will be greeted by many land use signs. The North Precinct plans to increase its footprint at its current location.</p>
<p><a href="images/precinct/development.jpg"><img alt="North Precinct Expansion" src="images/precinct/development.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Where grass and greenery used to be, <a href="https://www.seattle.gov/Documents/Departments/NorthPrecinctStation/NorthPrecinctFlyer.pdf">the precinct plans to pave additional parking and add portables</a>.
The plan isn't meant to be a permanent solution, but the hope is it will enable the precinct to keep up with the next 5-7 years of growth.
And while there is concern by many over the loss of greenspace as <a href="http://web6.seattle.gov/dpd/edms/">illustrated in the public comments</a> (record # 3031508-LU), with no other agreed on options,
combined with an increasing call for greater public safety and police presence, it seems increasingly likely that we will see the start of an expanded precinct in Licton Springs come this time next year.</p>North Seattle Prepares for Light Rail2018-10-20T02:30:00-07:002018-10-20T02:30:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-10-20:/north-seattle-prepares-for-light-rail.html<p>Earlier this month, residents of North Seattle gathered to share information, resources, and get connected at U District's Let's Go Transit Talk. The U District, Roosevelt, and Northgate Link light rail stations will arrive in 2021 which means these neighborhoods, as well as Licton Springs, will be better connected to …</p><p>Earlier this month, residents of North Seattle gathered to share information, resources, and get connected at U District's Let's Go Transit Talk. The U District, Roosevelt, and Northgate Link light rail stations will arrive in 2021 which means these neighborhoods, as well as Licton Springs, will be better connected to each other and Downtown Seattle.</p>
<p><a href="/images/light_rail/panel.jpg"><img alt="Panel" src="/images/light_rail/panel.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Panelists included:</p>
<ul>
<li>Amy Gore, <a href="https://www.seattle.gov/council/johnson"> Seattle City Councilmember Rob Johnson's Office District 4</a></li>
<li>Inga Manskopf,<a href="http://www.ravennabryant.org/"> Ravenna Bryant Community Association</a></li>
<li>Laura Loe,<a href="https://twitter.com/sharethecities"> Share the Cities</a></li>
<li>Mark Crawford,<a href="https://www.udistrictpartnership.org/"> U District Partnership</a></li>
<li>Joe Gruber,<a href="http://www.udistrictfoodbank.org/"> University District Food Bank</a></li>
<li>Jeffrey Young,<a href="https://northseattle.edu/parking-transportation/orca-transit-pass"> North Seattle College</a></li>
<li>Scott Cooper,<a href="http://rooseveltseattle.org/"> Roosevelt Neighborhood Association</a></li>
<li>Bill Bryant,<a href="https://kingcounty.gov/depts/transportation/metro/contact-us.aspx"> King County Metro Transit</a></li>
<li>Ellen Blair,<a href="https://www.soundtransit.org/contact-us"> Sound Transit</a></li>
<li>Ann Sutphin, <a href="https://www.seattle.gov/transportation">Seattle Department of Transportation</a></li>
</ul>
<p>Of particular interest to those in the Licton Springs area, we heard from Jeffrey Young about the upcoming pedestrian bridge connecting Licton Springs to Northgate's light rail station with plans to focus on preserving the wetlands while achieving safety in the design:</p>
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<p>Additionally, Jeffrey mentioned upcoming plans (in the next two years) for additional student housing at North Seattle College including a 300-bed residence hall:</p>
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<p>You can find the full recording of the session here: <a href="http://www.seattlechannel.org/misc-video?videoid=x98788">http://www.seattlechannel.org/misc-video?videoid=x98788</a></p>
<p>As well as more information about U District, Let's Go Transit Talks here:</p>
<p><a href="https://udistrictgo.org/transit-talk-were-in-it-together/">https://udistrictgo.org/transit-talk-were-in-it-together/</a></p>Vibrant Art Coming Soon to Aurora Ave N Pedestrian Bridge2018-10-16T23:00:00-07:002018-10-16T23:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-10-16:/vibrant-art-aurora-2018.html<p>The Aurora Ave N corridor is about to see some welcome color and vibrancy on its pedestrian bridge at N 102nd St. Crews will be focused on cleaning and painting the pedestrian bridge through the next three weeks. The pedestrian bridge will be open during cleaning and painting, although a …</p><p>The Aurora Ave N corridor is about to see some welcome color and vibrancy on its pedestrian bridge at N 102nd St. Crews will be focused on cleaning and painting the pedestrian bridge through the next three weeks. The pedestrian bridge will be open during cleaning and painting, although a worker may escort you through the work zone. There may be temporary bridge closures. In six to eight weeks, <a href="http://vickiscuri.com/project-aurora.html">Vicki Scuri's art installation</a> will be installed.</p>
<p><span style="font-style: italic">Inspired by the sunrise, this project adds color and pattern to an aging pedestrian bridge, transforming it into a community landmark gateway. Hundreds of translucent colorful fins transition through the hues of the sunrise across the span of the bridge. The four foot tall and six and half inch wide fins sit on the outside of and attach to the railings. The fins elevate the bridge into a unique art experience for both the cars traveling under and the pedestrians above. The colors on the translucent fins will shift and blend as the viewer moves through the site, creating a dynamic experience. The bridge's columns and stair hold colorful painted graphic, connecting the artwork directly to the site.</span></p>
<p><a href="/images/aurora/bridge_project.png"><img alt="Aurora Bridge Art Installation" src="/images/aurora/bridge_project.png"></a></p>
<p>This project was funded by the Neighborhood Street Fund program to enhance safety and add visual identity for the Aurora-Licton Urban Village.</p>
<p>Visit the project's webpage at<a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.seattle.gov%2Ftransportation%2FNSFAuroraCorridor.htm&data=02%7C01%7C%7Cb39d53c3a9fe4d92b1c408d62fa1843a%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C636748768081473305&sdata=c%2FrGcXAr3ROcaqkIDJlr70ROeIaVkbltt%2BiuQVBmqAk%3D&reserved=0"> www.seattle.gov/transportation/NSFAuroraCorridor.htm</a><strong> </strong>to learn more or sign up for the project's<a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fel2.envirolytical.com%2Fregistration%2Fform%2F28731&data=02%7C01%7C%7Cb39d53c3a9fe4d92b1c408d62fa1843a%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C636748768081473305&sdata=pJ5D1IGP%2BFv43JEewPDsWrWSZDmNQ4nQfmaFTTxfilA%3D&reserved=0"> email list</a>.</p>Looking for Volunteers for the Licton Springs Halloween Walk2018-10-08T20:00:00-07:002018-10-08T20:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-10-08:/looking-for-halloween-volunteers-2018.html<p>Hi Neighbors!</p>
<p>A friend of the blog reached out to us to let us know that this year's Halloween Walk is looking for volunteers:</p>
<blockquote>
<p>We are looking to recruit Friends of the Forest for this year's Licton Springs Halloween Walk - Do you or anyone you know like to dress up …</p></blockquote><p>Hi Neighbors!</p>
<p>A friend of the blog reached out to us to let us know that this year's Halloween Walk is looking for volunteers:</p>
<blockquote>
<p>We are looking to recruit Friends of the Forest for this year's Licton Springs Halloween Walk - Do you or anyone you know like to dress up and give out treats? (The treats are provided.) Are your kids older and you miss seeing the young ones dressed up? Groups are welcome. You must be at least 12 years old to be a Friend or parents with children. Please contact Melanie at 206-227-9155 or email <a href="mailto: melaniedavies81@gmail.com">melaniedavies81@gmail.com</a> if you can volunteer. The time commitment is from 4:15 to 6 pm. Hot cider provided.</p>
</blockquote>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/october/halloween.jpg"><img alt="Halloween" src="/images/events/2018/october/halloween.jpg"></a></p>Neighbors Work Together to Build Urban Forest2018-10-07T20:25:00-07:002018-10-07T20:25:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-10-07:/licton-springs-urban-forest.html<p>Yesterday morning several neighbors came together at 85th and Meridian to clear away invasive weeds (looking at you blackberries!) and make way for an urban forest.</p>
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<p>The work party was the second such event at the site and made significant progress:</p>
<p><a href="/images/trees/october.jpg"><img alt="Progress Made 1" src="/images/trees/october.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/trees/june_1.jpg"><img alt="Progress Made 2" src="/images/trees/june_1.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/trees/june_2.jpg"><img alt="Progress Made 3" src="/images/trees/june_2.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Planting trees in the area, which borders an I5 …</p><p>Yesterday morning several neighbors came together at 85th and Meridian to clear away invasive weeds (looking at you blackberries!) and make way for an urban forest.</p>
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<p>The work party was the second such event at the site and made significant progress:</p>
<p><a href="/images/trees/october.jpg"><img alt="Progress Made 1" src="/images/trees/october.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/trees/june_1.jpg"><img alt="Progress Made 2" src="/images/trees/june_1.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/trees/june_2.jpg"><img alt="Progress Made 3" src="/images/trees/june_2.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Planting trees in the area, which borders an I5 off-ramp, will have a large positive impact on the neighborhood as highways and their ramps are a major source of pollution and noise. Trees have been shown to <a href="https://www.healthguidance.org/entry/8525/1/Trees-And-Shrubs-Can-Curb-Noise.html">reduce highway noise</a> while <a href="https://www.fastcompany.com/3022137/dont-like-pollution-in-your-home-plant-a-row-of-trees-and-breath-easier-by-half">cutting pollution by half</a>. The trees will work in tandem with the noise wall put in place in 2009 along I5 itself, to make Licton Springs a quieter and healthier neighborhood for all of us.</p>
<p>Hope to see you at the next work party!</p>Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice: October Community Events2018-10-02T18:00:00-07:002018-10-02T18:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-10-02:/october-events-2018.html<p>Goblins, Witches, and Ghosts, OH MY! October is here! Check out some of the upcoming Licton Springs events this month.</p>
<h3>Social & Networking Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Thursday, October 4th, @ 4:30PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/185311612365952/">Lantern Brewing Business Social</a>, Lantern Brewing</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/october/lantern.jpg"><img alt="Lantern Brewing" src="/images/events/2018/october/lantern.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Learn about the brewing industry and meet other local businesses!</p>
<ul>
<li>Saturday, October 13th @ 4PM-10PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/266508717336840/">Asian Street …</a></li></ul><p>Goblins, Witches, and Ghosts, OH MY! October is here! Check out some of the upcoming Licton Springs events this month.</p>
<h3>Social & Networking Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Thursday, October 4th, @ 4:30PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/185311612365952/">Lantern Brewing Business Social</a>, Lantern Brewing</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/october/lantern.jpg"><img alt="Lantern Brewing" src="/images/events/2018/october/lantern.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Learn about the brewing industry and meet other local businesses!</p>
<ul>
<li>Saturday, October 13th @ 4PM-10PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/266508717336840/">Asian Street Food Night Market</a>, Northgate Mall</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/october/street_food.jpg"><img alt="Asian Street Food" src="/images/events/2018/october/street_food.jpg"></a></p>
<p>($7 for 1 ticket, $25 for 4 tickets, and $45 for 8 tickets).</p>
<p>20+ local Asian Vendors will be cooking and serving over 100 different types of Asian dishes and snacks, including Chinese Crepes, dumplings, bobas, skewers, fruit teas, dessert and so many more!!</p>
<p>Our vendors lineup include the popular Vong's Kitchen, Spicy City, Happy Lemon, Tokyo Trendy, Mee Sum, Peony, Yummy Duck, Kungfu Jianbing, Banana Kingdom, and more to be added!
There will also live performances and fun games on site for your enjoyment!</p>
<ul>
<li>Sunday, October 14th @ 8:30AM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/196387857883349/">Cascade Orienteering Club: Choose Your Adventure</a>, North Seattle College</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/october/orienteering.jpg"><img alt="Choose Your Own Adventure" src="/images/events/2018/october/orienteering.jpg"></a></p>
<p>The Choose Your Adventure series is designed to be extra fun, social, and friendly for beginners, yet interesting for seasoned veterans.</p>
<p>At Choose Your Adventure events, everyone gets the same map with 24 checkpoints marked all over it. Then, after a mass start, you can find as many checkpoints as you want, in whichever order you want! Just be sure to mind the time, since there’s also a time limit. Return to the finish on-time, or lose precious points for every minute you’re late.</p>
<ul>
<li>Monday, October 15th @ 6PM, <a href="https://www.meetup.com/North-Seattle-Tech-Talks/events/253170186/">Security Considerations in Software Design & Implementation North Seattle Tech Talks</a>, North Seattle College, Room CC1161</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/october/north_seattle.jpg"><img alt="North Seattle Tech Talks" src="/images/events/2018/october/north_seattle.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Seattle technology enthusiasts, students, and professionals are invited to join us for North Seattle Tech Talks. We'll gather for informative, insightful, inspiring, and inclusive talks on topics in web development, mobile apps, cloud computing technologies, and professional development. Follow up each Meetup with a chance to ask questions, socialize, and meet folks interested in the Seattle tech scene.</p>
<ul>
<li>Saturday, October 27 @ 4:00PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/244177149775585/">Doom Zoom - Zoom Room Halloween Party</a>, Zoom Room Dog Training</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/october/zoom_room.jpg"><img alt="Doom Zoom" src="/images/events/2018/october/zoom_room.jpg"></a></p>
<p>($15)</p>
<p>It's time for our annual Halloween Party! Cheryl will be busting out her homemade chili and there will food and drink for man and beast!
Contest and prizes for Best Costume, Best Team Costume and Best Trick! So start planning early!
Boo Boo's Boosters will be sponsoring the trick contest and the winner goes home with a stash of Boosters!</p>
<ul>
<li>Saturday & Sunday, October 27th and 28th, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/931117210419261/">55th Annual Wild Mushroom Show</a>, North Seattle Community College, Old Cafeteria</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/october/mushrooms.jpg"><img alt="Mushrooms!" src="/images/events/2018/october/mushrooms.jpg"></a></p>
<p>The Wild Mushroom Show is one of the largest and most complete
exhibits of mushrooms in the United States. Over 200 varieties of wild
mushrooms will be displayed, identified, and classified as edible, poisonous, or valueless as food.</p>
<p>$10 Adults, $5 students, 12 & under are free.</p>
<ul>
<li>Wednesday, October 31st @ 4:30PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/308149439973556/">Licton Springs Halloween</a>, Licton Springs Park</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/october/halloween.jpg"><img alt="Halloween" src="/images/events/2018/october/halloween.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Walk the park path and meet the Friends of the Forest while collecting treats and treasures. Hot cider and music at the playground!</p>
<h3>Community Engagement Events:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Wednesday, October 3rd @ 6PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AuroraLicton/photos/a.1615736478744149/2125206947797097/?type=3&theater">Seattle Public Utilities Sharps Training</a>, Epic Life Church</li>
</ul>
<p>All are welcome, including those not affiliated with the neighborhood. No RSVP required. If you have questions, contact Alison Steinbacher at <a href="mailto:alison.steinbacher@seattle.gov">alison.steinbacher@seattle.gov</a></p>
<ul>
<li>Wednesday, October 3rd, @ 7PM, <a href="http://seattlenpac.blogspot.com/">Seattle North Precinct Advisory Council</a>, Cascadia Elementary School</li>
</ul>
<p>The North Precinct Advisory Council is a community organization devoted to promoting partnership between residents, schools, businesses, and the Seattle Police Department to effectively address public safety issues.</p>
<ul>
<li>Saturday, October 6th, @ 9AM, <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/85thMeridianOct6">Trees for Seattle Licton Springs Work Party</a>, 85th & Meridian</li>
</ul>
<p>Help neighbors clean up the gateway to the community! Volunteers will be removing the invasive weeds that threaten the area's beautiful trees. This is a great opportunity to make your mark on a landscape that needs some love while connecting with friends and neighbors.</p>
<ul>
<li>Tuesday, October 9th @ 6PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/288493891879891">Mineral Springs Park Community Meeting</a>, Neighborcare Health at Meridian</li>
</ul>
<p>Discuss Mineral Springs Park events, work parties, and community engagement.</p>
<ul>
<li>Thursday, October 11th @ 7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AuroraLicton">ALUV Monthly Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church</li>
</ul>
<p>ALUV stands for Aurora Licton Urban Village and seeks to build a pedestrian-safe, visually vibrant, economically sound, livable, and welcoming urban village using sustainable-growth principles.</p>
<ul>
<li>Saturday, October 13th @ 10AM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/work_party.pdf">Friends of Licton Springs Park Clean Up</a></li>
</ul>
<p>Join FRIENDS OF LICTON SPRINGS for our monthly work parties</p>
<ul>
<li>Wednesday, October 17th @ 6:30PM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council Meeting</a></li>
</ul>
<p>Join Licton Springs Community Council for our monthly meeting</p>
<p>To stay up to date on other activities coming up, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>. Hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below!</p>Feedback requested along Aurora2018-09-30T23:00:00-07:002018-09-30T23:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-09-30:/aurora-litter-abatement-feedback.html<p>As we <a href="https://lovelicton.com/aurora-is-getting-cleaned-up.html">reported</a> back in May, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) added Licton Springs along Aurora Ave. to its pilot list of twice-weekly cleanup locations. Now SPU is asking residents and businesses in the area for their thoughts on the effectiveness of the Litter Abatement Pilot Program and the additional 2x …</p><p>As we <a href="https://lovelicton.com/aurora-is-getting-cleaned-up.html">reported</a> back in May, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) added Licton Springs along Aurora Ave. to its pilot list of twice-weekly cleanup locations. Now SPU is asking residents and businesses in the area for their thoughts on the effectiveness of the Litter Abatement Pilot Program and the additional 2x/week litter cleanup it has provided. The survey seeks community thoughts on how they feel about cleanliness in their neighborhoods to determine next steps on the Litter Pilot Program. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/lictonspringslitter">Take the survey here.</a></p>
<p>Additionally, if you live, work, or travel through Nesbit Ave. N. between N 88th to N 90th streets:</p>
<p><a href="/images/aurora/nesbit.jpg"><img alt="Nesbit Survey Area" src="/images/aurora/nesbit.jpg"></a></p>
<p>then <a href="https://www.sngi.org/welcome/index.php">Seattle Neighborhood Group</a> would like to know about any safety concerns you have, via <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SNGnesbit">this survey</a>.</p>Licton Springs Tiny House Village will close permanently March 20192018-09-26T20:00:00-07:002018-09-26T20:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-09-26:/licton-springs-tiny-house-village-to-close.html<p>We learned today that the controversial Aurora Ave. tiny house village within Licton Springs will be closing for good March of next year. While many members of the local community have voiced their support for helping the least fortunate among us and have diligently donated food to the village, there …</p><p>We learned today that the controversial Aurora Ave. tiny house village within Licton Springs will be closing for good March of next year. While many members of the local community have voiced their support for helping the least fortunate among us and have diligently donated food to the village, there has been disagreement that the village as designed is the best route to solve the problem. Since its creation there have been many complaints of crime that have been attributed to the village as well as a general concern around having an official policy of allowing illicit drug use just blocks from 3 schools, 2 of which are for elementary aged children.</p>
<p>On the <a href="https://homelessness.seattle.gov/tiny-house-village-update-next-steps-for-licton-springs/">city's homeless response blog</a>, they identify finding permanent houses for the remaining residents as the top priority of the site ahead of its closure, with additional case management and partner agencies brought in to expedite the process.</p>
<h2>Perspectives from around the web on the closure:</h2>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/homeless/controversial-tiny-house-village-for-homelessness-in-north-seattle-to-close/">SeattleTimes: Controversial tiny house village for homelessness in North Seattle to close</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.kuow.org/stories/tiny-house-village-on-aurora-set-to-close">KUOW: Tiny house village on Aurora Ave set to close</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/seattle-to-close-controversial-tiny-house-encampment/841945703">KIRO: Seattle to close controversial tiny house encampment</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/homeless/controversial-tiny-house-village-for-seattle-homeless-to-close/281-598435383">King 5: Controversial tiny house village for Seattle homeless to close</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.thestranger.com/slog/2018/09/26/32946409/slog-pm-aurora-avenue-tiny-house-village-slated-for-closure-bomb-threat-in-olympia-this-kayaker-got-bitch-slapped-by-nature">The Stranger/SLOG: NIMBYs get their way, tiny house village closes</a></li>
</ul>City Council Unanimously Passes Aurora Licton Urban Village Moratorium Extension2018-09-24T20:00:00-07:002018-09-24T20:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-09-24:/aurora-zone-controls-extension-2018-approval.html<p>Today after extensive community feedback (at least 100 proponents of the moratorium and five against it) Seattle City Council unanimously passed a 6-month extension of its moratorium for new non-pedestrian-oriented developments within the Aurora Licton Urban Village:</p>
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<p>The extension represents a victory for the <a href="http://auroralictonuv.org/">ALUV group</a> and associated members of …</p><p>Today after extensive community feedback (at least 100 proponents of the moratorium and five against it) Seattle City Council unanimously passed a 6-month extension of its moratorium for new non-pedestrian-oriented developments within the Aurora Licton Urban Village:</p>
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<p>The extension represents a victory for the <a href="http://auroralictonuv.org/">ALUV group</a> and associated members of the community who want to see Aurora transform into the center of a pedestrian friendly neighborhood that does its part to help soften our ongoing housing crises.</p>Aurora Licton Urban Village Moratorium Extension Passes First Hurdle2018-09-19T20:00:00-07:002018-09-19T20:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-09-19:/aurora-zone-controls-extension-2018-update.html<p>Today Seattle's Planning, Land Use, and Zoning Committee adopted a 6 Month extension on its moratorium for new non-pedestrian-oriented developments within the Aurora Licton Urban Village:</p>
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<p>This leaves the final fate of the extension to Seattle City Council with a vote coming up this following Monday (the 24th of September …</p><p>Today Seattle's Planning, Land Use, and Zoning Committee adopted a 6 Month extension on its moratorium for new non-pedestrian-oriented developments within the Aurora Licton Urban Village:</p>
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<p>This leaves the final fate of the extension to Seattle City Council with a vote coming up this following Monday (the 24th of September).
If you have thoughts on the extension and have not yet made them heard, this represents your final opportunity, and I encourage you to follow the steps <a href="http://auroralictonuv.org/2018/08/28/interim-controls-extension/">ALUV has outlined</a> to contact your representatives.</p>
<p>The committee's adoption of the ordinance followed significant feedback from our local community during their September 5 meeting:</p>
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<p>Meanwhile, the first new proposed residential apartment project in some time within our Urban Village is actively <a href="https://designreview.info/">gathering feedback</a> up till the 26th of this month.</p>Outdoor Movie Night and Dog Pawty was a SUCCESS!2018-09-15T23:00:00-07:002018-09-15T23:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-09-15:/outdoor_dog_pawty_and_movie_night_success.html<p>Thanks to everyone that braved the rain and came out last night. We had so much fun watching Isle of Dogs with all of you!</p>
<p>We wanted to share some of our favorite highlights from the event:</p>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/1.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/1.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/2.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/2.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/3.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/3.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/4.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/4.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/5.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/5.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/6.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/6.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/7.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/7.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/8.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/8.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/10.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/10.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/9.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/9.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/11.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/11.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/12.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/12.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/13.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/13.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/14.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/14.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/15.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/15.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/16.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/16.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/17.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/17.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/18.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/18.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/19.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/19.jpg"></a></p>
<p>And again: many thanks to the sponsors that helped make this event possible …</p><p>Thanks to everyone that braved the rain and came out last night. We had so much fun watching Isle of Dogs with all of you!</p>
<p>We wanted to share some of our favorite highlights from the event:</p>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/1.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/1.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/2.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/2.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/3.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/3.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/4.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/4.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/5.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/5.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/6.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/6.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/7.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/7.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/8.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/8.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/10.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/10.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/9.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/9.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/11.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/11.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/12.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/12.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/13.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/13.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/14.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/14.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/15.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/15.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/16.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/16.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/17.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/17.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/18.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/18.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/19.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/19.jpg"></a></p>
<p>And again: many thanks to the sponsors that helped make this event possible!</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.seattle.gov/parks">Seattle Parks & Recreation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/downtowndoglounge/">Downtown Dog Lounge</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/rooseveltstationvet/">Roosevelt Station Vet Care</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/PupCakes-LLC-258376214180526/">PupCakes, LLC</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barkbox/">BarkBox</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheBrewmastersBakery/">The BrewMaster's Bakery</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/bluedogbakerytreats/">Blue Dog Bakery</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/lovebugpetmassage/">Love Bug Pet Massage</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/RXBAR/">RXBAR</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SparklingIce/">Sparkling Ice</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LunchboxLab/">Lunchbox Laboratory</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/HelloFreshus/">HelloFresh</a></li>
<li><a href="https://lovelicton.com">LoveLicton</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/MineralSpringsSeattle/">Friends Of Mineral Springs Park</a></li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/20.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/20.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/23.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/23.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/24.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/24.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/25.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/25.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Finally, we want to thank all of our neighbors who lent us their tents, time, and hands. This event couldn't have been successful without you.</p>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/21.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/21.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/22.jpg"><img alt="Dog Pawty Image" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty/22.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Hope to see everyone at a future event!</p>Outdoor Movie Night and Dog Pawty TONIGHT at 6PM2018-09-15T15:00:00-07:002018-09-15T15:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-09-15:/outdoor_dog_pawty_and_movie_night.html<p>The FREE Outdoor Movie Night and Dog Pawty is TONIGHT!</p>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty.jpg"><img alt="Outdoor Movie and Dog Pawty!" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Rain or shine the show must go on! We will have tents up in case of rain and encourage attendees to bring a rain jacket and lawn chair and/or blanket.</p>
<p>The event is being held at Mineral Springs Park …</p><p>The FREE Outdoor Movie Night and Dog Pawty is TONIGHT!</p>
<p><a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty.jpg"><img alt="Outdoor Movie and Dog Pawty!" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Rain or shine the show must go on! We will have tents up in case of rain and encourage attendees to bring a rain jacket and lawn chair and/or blanket.</p>
<p>The event is being held at Mineral Springs Park:</p>
<iframe src="https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d2684.9091983501103!2d-122.33884308449383!3d47.70560037919132!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x549016ac993479d9%3A0xf98a47209074cbc!2sMineral+Springs+Park!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1537046867806" width="600" height="450" frameborder="0" style="border:0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
<p>There will be FREE drinks, popcorn, & snacks provided by our sponsors! Vendors and dog contests being at 6:00 PM and Isle of Dogs is planned to start at 7:30 PM.</p>
<p><a href="/images/mineral_springs/isle_of_dogs.jpg"><img alt="Isle of Dogs FREE movie" src="/images/mineral_springs/isle_of_dogs.jpg"></a></p>
<p>There is still time to sign up your dog for one of the contests: "Best Dog Trick", "Best Dog Costume", and "Miss/Mr. Congeniality" <a href="http://bit.ly/seattledogcontest">here</a> and there will be a chance to sign up in person at the event as well.</p>
<p>Many thanks to our sponsors for helping make this event possible!</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.seattle.gov/parks">Seattle Parks & Recreation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/downtowndoglounge/">Downtown Dog Lounge</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/rooseveltstationvet/">Roosevelt Station Vet Care</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/PupCakes-LLC-258376214180526/">PupCakes, LLC</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barkbox/">BarkBox</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheBrewmastersBakery/">The BrewMaster's Bakery</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/bluedogbakerytreats/">Blue Dog Bakery</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/lovebugpetmassage/">Love Bug Pet Massage</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/RXBAR/">RXBAR</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SparklingIce/">Sparkling Ice</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LunchboxLab/">Lunchbox Laboratory</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/HelloFreshus/">HelloFresh</a></li>
<li><a href="https://lovelicton.com">LoveLicton</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/MineralSpringsSeattle/">Friends Of Mineral Springs Park</a></li>
</ul>
<p>Hope to see you there!</p>Happening now: Licton Springs PPatch 5th Anniversary2018-09-15T13:00:00-07:002018-09-15T13:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-09-15:/ppatch-5th-anniversary.html<p>REMINDER: Licton Springs PPatch 5th anniversary is happening NOW until 3PM</p>
<p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/318018722104303/"><img alt="P-Patch 5th Anniversary Party!" src="/images/events/2018/september/ppatch_party.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Join neighbors at the P-Patch (92nd and Meridian - the south edge of North Seattle College campus):</p>
<p>For:</p>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrations and Q&A</li>
<li>Bishop Blanchet Beekeepers</li>
<li>North Seattle College Botany Class Pollinator Garden</li>
<li>Kiss Activities</li>
<li>Potluck</li>
<li>Recipes From the Garden</li>
</ul><p>REMINDER: Licton Springs PPatch 5th anniversary is happening NOW until 3PM</p>
<p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/318018722104303/"><img alt="P-Patch 5th Anniversary Party!" src="/images/events/2018/september/ppatch_party.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Join neighbors at the P-Patch (92nd and Meridian - the south edge of North Seattle College campus):</p>
<p>For:</p>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrations and Q&A</li>
<li>Bishop Blanchet Beekeepers</li>
<li>North Seattle College Botany Class Pollinator Garden</li>
<li>Kiss Activities</li>
<li>Potluck</li>
<li>Recipes From the Garden</li>
</ul>Home Zone Meeting Gathers Valuable Community Input2018-09-14T18:00:00-07:002018-09-14T18:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-09-14:/home-zone-2018-meeting-1.html<p>Yesterday around 50 Licton Springs neighbors came together to provide input for the upcoming Home Zone pilot that targets the Southeast corner of Licton Springs.</p>
<p><a href="/images/homezone/meeting.jpg"><img alt="Home Zone meeting draws in community" src="/images/homezone/meeting.jpg"></a></p>
<p>After a brief introduction about the desire of the pilot and the inherent limitations due to a small budget size, neighbors split up into groups …</p><p>Yesterday around 50 Licton Springs neighbors came together to provide input for the upcoming Home Zone pilot that targets the Southeast corner of Licton Springs.</p>
<p><a href="/images/homezone/meeting.jpg"><img alt="Home Zone meeting draws in community" src="/images/homezone/meeting.jpg"></a></p>
<p>After a brief introduction about the desire of the pilot and the inherent limitations due to a small budget size, neighbors split up into groups to separately tackle traffic calming, community art, and wayfinding.</p>
<p>During the meeting the following existing areas of concern were identified:</p>
<ol>
<li>Significant and fast cut-through traffic through both Meridian and Corliss which, combined with lack of sidewalks, causes an impediment to pedestrian activity.</li>
<li>Fast traffic is coming down the hill from 90th and Meridian to 90th and Burke. This area already has a lot of pedestrian activity, but speed combined with the lack of a safe intersection has already led to a collision and many near collisions with both pedestrians and other vehicles.</li>
<li>Non-ideal crossing conditions at 90th and Wallingford. A child who attended the meeting shared their story of near collision occurring just a few days prior. Other areas near the school have flashing pedestrian signs, but this intersection lacks them.
Proposal being explained</li>
</ol>
<p><a href="/images/homezone/explain.jpg"><img alt="Proposal being explained" src="/images/homezone/explain.jpg"></a></p>
<p>During the meeting, there was also concern expressed around a previous proposal to close Meridian off at 92nd with a "Do Not Enter" sign. Much of the concern centered around the fact that closing off the street could move the traffic onto other roads, in particular, Corliss, while not addressing walkability. This lined up well with much of the Anonymous feedback we received from our online <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAtYcX8J4IQE_agDKW45oXHEvzt0LaOTQ1lImnO8CdkqSScg/viewform?usp=pp_url&entry.1991292058=Yes">survey</a>:</p>
<ol>
<li>
<blockquote>
<p>I don't understand the problem this is fixing. Closing Meridian does nothing for the 90th Street Burke hill, through which half the neighborhood drains out,
will make the backup at 92nd & College worse, while causing daily irritation and delay for the other half of the neighborhood in getting home (or causing
them to speed down the hill on 90th north of Meridian, too). Traffic calming on the Burke hill I'm all in favor of, but don't understand the benefit for the
rest.</p>
</blockquote>
</li>
<li>
<blockquote>
<p>With regard to the current proposal, at 92nd and Meridian I would prefer that it be a "local access only" sign instead of a one-way street / do not enter
sign.
I like the idea for the street planters, stop signs, speed bump at 90th and burke, and the street art at 88th and burke.</p>
</blockquote>
</li>
<li>
<blockquote>
<p>The North Greenwood traffic calming maze is a nightmare. What do the residents over there think about having to drive many more blocks to get where they want or the increased east/west traffic down their formerly quiet residential streets?
So I am skeptical about the proposed Home Pilot Program. The plan that the people living at the north end of Meridian to get home from College Way now,
instead of a left turn, one block, right turn and into driveway, will be making a right turn, one block, stop, left turn 2 blocks, stop, left turn 2 blocks
stop, left turn, weave among planters and finally home. Also, since I live on Corliss, I'm not happy at the prospect of increased traffic from cars trying to
get to Meridian from the East. There are a LOT of pedestrians, (students, elderly, young families, dog walkers) that use our sidewalk-less street. I plan to
make a count on a weekday to corroborate that statement. Are not the proposals to close off access to 85th at Meridian and put a stop sign at 90th sufficient to really cut down traffic volumes and speed?
A Local Access Only sign at 92nd and Corliss is fairly meaningless.
I hope you put the walking sign at the corner of the school grounds and not in someone's front yard.
The speed bump crosswalk at N. 90th and Burke is fine if it is something the people in the houses at that corner feel is necessary. It is a residential
intersection at the bottom of a steep hill with parked cars often making progress to Wallingford slow anyway. Cars SHOULD be crawling there.
As for the proposed art, no comment until I see what and where.</p>
</blockquote>
</li>
<li>
<blockquote>
<p>I like many of the ideas (stop signs and planters on Meridian Ave N), with the exception of blocking southbound access to Meridian Ave N at N 92nd street.
The reason for not preferring this option is that in wintertime during snow conditions southbound access provides a safer route home (avoiding steep hills)
and that blocking access would lengthen the drive through residential neighborhoods to get to my home. My observation is that most of the problem with fast
cars driving through the neighborhood in the morning is due to northbound cars (not southbound cars). Thanks for your consideration.</p>
</blockquote>
</li>
</ol>
<p>After discussion, the community seemed to coalesce around the idea of working to limit speed on both Meridian and Corliss with inexpensive traffic calming measures, rather than entirely block access.</p>
<p>Many ideas were brought up to increase the walkability of the area including:</p>
<ul>
<li>Intersection art at 90th and Burke Ave N. The hope is that this would clearly mark the intersection encouraging vehicles to slow down and yield for pedestrians.</li>
<li>Wayfinding signs in various forms throughout the neighborhood.
<a href="/images/homezone/wayfinding.jpg"><img alt="Wayfinding signs" src="/images/homezone/wayfinding.jpg"></a></li>
<li>Traffic calming measures, such as strategically placed planters and/or chicanes, evenly applied on both Meridian and Corliss.</li>
<li>Setting up a weekly <a href="https://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/public-space-management-programs/play-streets">play street</a> on one of the unsidewalked blocks.</li>
<li>Pedestrian activated crosswalk on 90th and Wallingford.</li>
</ul>
<p>With the immediate next steps focused on art and wayfinding as traffic calming requires permit approval from SDOT and will take more time to put in place.</p>
<p>There is still plenty of time to provide feedback or get involved! To do so <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAtYcX8J4IQE_agDKW45oXHEvzt0LaOTQ1lImnO8CdkqSScg/viewform?entry.1991292058=Yes">take the survey</a> or email <a href="mailto:meridianhomezone@gmail.com">meridianhomezone@gmail.com</a>. You can also keep up with the latest on the home zone at <a href="http://bit.ly/walkzone">bit.ly/walkzone</a> which I'll do my best to update as more input is gathered and proposals are modified or implemented.</p>Fall Into This Month's Community Events2018-09-01T17:00:00-07:002018-09-01T17:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-09-01:/september-events-2018.html<p>Wow! Summer flew by but not to worry, we have some great community events happening this month before it's time for rain jackets, corn mazes, and pumpkin spice lattes.</p>
<h2>Social Events</h2>
<ul>
<li>Saturday, September 8th @ 11AM-5PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2043515432535184/">Thai Festival</a>, North Seattle College
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/thai.jpg"><img alt="Thai Festival!" src="/images/events/2018/september/thai.jpg"></a></li>
<li>Saturday, September 15th @1PM- 3PM , <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/318018722104303/">Licton Springs P-Patch 5th Anniversary …</a></li></ul><p>Wow! Summer flew by but not to worry, we have some great community events happening this month before it's time for rain jackets, corn mazes, and pumpkin spice lattes.</p>
<h2>Social Events</h2>
<ul>
<li>Saturday, September 8th @ 11AM-5PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2043515432535184/">Thai Festival</a>, North Seattle College
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/thai.jpg"><img alt="Thai Festival!" src="/images/events/2018/september/thai.jpg"></a></li>
<li>Saturday, September 15th @1PM- 3PM , <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/318018722104303/">Licton Springs P-Patch 5th Anniversary Potluck</a>
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/ppatch_party.jpg"><img alt="P-Patch 5th Anniversary Party!" src="/images/events/2018/september/ppatch_party.jpg"></a></li>
<li>Saturday, September 15th @6PM-10PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2045140935551342/">Outdoor Movie & Dog Pawty</a>, Mineral Springs Park
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty.jpg"><img alt="Outdoor Movie and Dog Pawty!" src="/images/events/2018/september/dog_pawty.jpg"></a></li>
<li>Tuesday, September 18th @6:30PM-8PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1749802818460952/">Learn to Disc Golf,</a> Mineral Springs Park
<a href="/images/events/2018/september/disc_golf.jpg"><img alt="Free Begineers Disc Golf!" src="/images/events/2018/september/disc_golf.jpg"></a></li>
</ul>
<h2>Community Events</h2>
<ul>
<li>Wednesday, September 5th @ 9:30AM, <a href="https://lovelicton.com/the-time-to-rezone-aurora-is-now.html">Public hearing on the ALUV moratorium extension</a> @ Council Chambers at City Hall</li>
<li>Saturday, September 8th @ 10AM-2PM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/work_party.pdf">Friends of Licton Springs Park Clean Up</a></li>
<li>Tuesday, September 11th @ 6PM-7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/208110006726182/">Mineral Springs Park Community Meeting</a>, Meridian Health Center, room 110</li>
<li>Thursday, September 13th @ 6:30PM, <a href="https://lovelicton.com/home-zone-2018.html">Licton Springs Home Zone Pilot</a>, Meridian Health Center</li>
<li>Thursday, September 13th @ 7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/274976659772168/">ALUV Monthly Community Meeting</a>, Epic Life Church</li>
<li>Wednesday, September 19th @6:30PM-8PM, <a href="https://lictonsprings.org/">Licton Springs Community Council</a>, Meridian Center for Health</li>
<li>Thursday, September 20th @5-7PM, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/664767133904232/">Mineral Springs Work Party</a>, Mineral Springs Park South Entrance. A work party to clean and maintain the Mineral Springs Park. Sponsored by Seattle Parks & Recreation, Randy Wiger. Tools, gloves, and a snack are provided.</li>
</ul>
<p>There are lots of ways to connect with your neighbors. To stay up to date, check out LoveLicton's <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">calendar</a>! Hope to see you there!</p>
<p>Did we miss an event? Let us know in the comments below!</p>Opinion: We need your help to extend the push for Aurora revitalization2018-08-31T20:25:00-07:002018-08-31T20:25:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-08-31:/aurora-zone-controls-extension-2018.html<hr>
<p><strong>Call to Action:</strong> We hope you will <a href="http://auroralictonuv.org/2018/08/28/interim-controls-extension/">work with ALUV to extend the Aurora zoning controls</a> and help ensure a vibrant Aurora Village has a chance.</p>
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<p>Unfortunately, I recently had to <a href="https://lovelicton.com/original_north_seattle_starbucks_closing.html">report on the upcoming closure of the Oak Tree Starbucks</a>, the only Coffee Shop within the Aurora Licton Urban …</p><hr>
<p><strong>Call to Action:</strong> We hope you will <a href="http://auroralictonuv.org/2018/08/28/interim-controls-extension/">work with ALUV to extend the Aurora zoning controls</a> and help ensure a vibrant Aurora Village has a chance.</p>
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<p>Unfortunately, I recently had to <a href="https://lovelicton.com/original_north_seattle_starbucks_closing.html">report on the upcoming closure of the Oak Tree Starbucks</a>, the only Coffee Shop within the Aurora Licton Urban Village (ALUV). This came not too long after the nearby Gold's Gym, which brought additional caffeine craving foot traffic to the area, closed to be replaced by a storage facility. This facility <a href="https://lovelicton.com/golds-gym-hearing.html">did have an appeal put forth</a>, but it was dropped before being heard. This is one of 2 large storage facilities being built in the area. And while some storage is undoubtedly necessary, it is sad to see so much land taken off the market. Property that could instead be used for much needed additional housing which would support a thriving retail core within ALUV. As it is, the village is set to contain at least four storage facilities and not a single coffee shop.</p>
<p><a href="https://lovelicton.com/golds-gym-hearing.html"><img alt="Gold's Gym becomes Public Storage." src="/images/golds_gym/public_storage.jpg"></a></p>
<p>The only thing that has kept even more of the land along Aurora from being repurposed for storage use is a temporary moratorium that was put in place October 2017, right after these storage facilities applied for permits. When this moratorium was passed, the intention was that it would act as a stop-gap measure until permanent zoning changes took effect with the passage of HALA. Predictably though, that law has been delayed by legal challenges, leaving the moratorium set to expire soon with no zoning changes in place. On Wednesday, Sept. 5th at 9:30 AM the Seattle City Council Planning, Land Use and Zoning (PLUZ) Committee will hold a public hearing on the renewal of the Interim Zoning Controls for the Aurora Licton Residential Urban Village. We hope to encourage you to <a href="http://auroralictonuv.org/2018/08/28/interim-controls-extension/">come out in support of the extension and/or email the Seattle City Council</a> with your thoughts.</p>
<p>I want to make it clear: this is not an attack on the many existing businesses along Aurora that may fall into the categories being blocked by this extension. Many of them are family run, have been here for decades, and have always done their best to help the community. We are glad they are here, appreciate their contributions, and hope they continue to thrive. This zoning extension and the permanent zoning changes proposed will not affect existing businesses or already pending permits. The goal is only to encourage more housing, and pedestrian-friendly businesses are built in existing empty lots and new lots as they become available. We believe this will result in a more lively and friendly area that will benefit both residents and existing businesses alike.</p>
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<p><strong>Call to Action:</strong> We hope you will <a href="http://auroralictonuv.org/2018/08/28/interim-controls-extension/">work with ALUV to extend the Aurora zoning controls</a> and help ensure a vibrant Aurora Village has a chance.</p>
<hr>Starbucks's Original North Seattle Store is Closing2018-08-20T20:25:00-07:002018-08-20T20:25:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-08-20:/original_north_seattle_starbucks_closing.html<p>It's a sad day for Starbucks lovers in Licton Springs.
After 31 years the Oak Tree Starbucks location is set to close permanently this September.
The location was Starbuck's first to open in North Seattle and one of the 10 original stores.</p>
<p><a href="/images/oaktree/starbucks.jpg"><img alt="Starbuck's Last Month" src="/images/oaktree/starbucks.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Regulars, some of who have been going to …</p><p>It's a sad day for Starbucks lovers in Licton Springs.
After 31 years the Oak Tree Starbucks location is set to close permanently this September.
The location was Starbuck's first to open in North Seattle and one of the 10 original stores.</p>
<p><a href="/images/oaktree/starbucks.jpg"><img alt="Starbuck's Last Month" src="/images/oaktree/starbucks.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Regulars, some of who have been going to the store since it first opened, have been given the news they will soon need to get their caffeine fix elsewhere. A hard pill to swallow, without a single coffee shop available within a 15 Minute Walk.</p>
<p>The closure will add to the many other empty storefronts at the plaza:</p>
<p><a href="/images/oaktree/closing_1.jpg"><img alt="Store Closures" src="/images/oaktree/closing_1.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/oaktree/closing_2.jpg"><img alt="Store Closures" src="/images/oaktree/closing_2.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/oaktree/closing_3.jpg"><img alt="Store Closures" src="/images/oaktree/closing_3.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Many of which closed after the complex lost Larry’s Markets and with it significant foot traffic.
And while the complex has recently had a bit of a revitalization in the last year, with the remodeled AMC bringing in a substantial increase in customers, the Starbuck's 6 PM closing schedule may not have effectively leveraged the bulk of the additional movie traffic.</p>
<p>At the end of the day, while many things may have contributed to the closure:</p>
<ul>
<li>Many new Starbucks opening nearby. Including one on N 84TH that is more easily accessible for pass-through traffic w/ a drive-through.</li>
<li>Few evening hours.</li>
<li>A growing preference to frequent small independent coffee stores, even if that means drinking coffee near where you work instead of where you live.</li>
</ul>
<p>The store is closing for the reason most business closures happen: it is not profitable.
While many will be sad to see it go, we can only hope it leads to a small independent coffee shop finally opening in Licton Springs -
just like the Starbucks itself was when it opened in the area so many years ago.</p>
<p>If you'd like to contact Starbuck's Corporate about the closure, you can use <a href="https://customerservice.starbucks.com/app/contact/ask_company_info/">this form</a> to do so.</p>North Seattle Picnics in the Precincts is This Saturday!2018-08-15T20:25:00-07:002018-08-15T20:25:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-08-15:/precinct-picnic-2018.html<p><a href="/images/2018_precinct_picnic/flyer.jpg"><img alt="Flyer" src="/images/2018_precinct_picnic/flyer.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Did you know the only Police Station in all of North Seattle is right here in Licton Springs? Now is your chance to meet them! This Saturday, August 18th from 1 pm to 4 pm at the Seattle Police Dept-North Precinct (10049 College Way N) the police department will be …</p><p><a href="/images/2018_precinct_picnic/flyer.jpg"><img alt="Flyer" src="/images/2018_precinct_picnic/flyer.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Did you know the only Police Station in all of North Seattle is right here in Licton Springs? Now is your chance to meet them! This Saturday, August 18th from 1 pm to 4 pm at the Seattle Police Dept-North Precinct (10049 College Way N) the police department will be hosting a picnic. Come check out various booths (including LoveLicton.com!), enjoy music and meet with the many Department units including K-9, Mounted Patrol, Bomb Squad, and SWAT. Precinct Picnics provide opportunities for each precinct’s surrounding neighborhoods to come together and enjoy an afternoon of celebration with the officers that protect their families and businesses. Businesses financially support the event through donations and community groups assist in the planning and execution of each picnic.</p>
<p>Here are some images from last years picnic:</p>
<p><a href="/images/2017_precinct_picnic/vehicles.jpg"><img alt="Precinct Vehicles" src="/images/2017_precinct_picnic/vehicles.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/2017_precinct_picnic/horses.jpg"><img alt="Horses!" src="/images/2017_precinct_picnic/horses.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/2017_precinct_picnic/horses_2.jpg"><img alt="More Horses!" src="/images/2017_precinct_picnic/horses_2.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/2017_precinct_picnic/tents.jpg"><img alt="Tents" src="/images/2017_precinct_picnic/tents.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/2017_precinct_picnic/at_attention.jpg"><img alt="Dog At Attention" src="/images/2017_precinct_picnic/at_attention.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/2017_precinct_picnic/robot_lolipops.jpg"><img alt="Robot Delivering Lolipops!" src="/images/2017_precinct_picnic/robot_lolipops.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/2017_precinct_picnic/softserve.jpg"><img alt="Soft-serve!" src="/images/2017_precinct_picnic/softserve.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/2017_precinct_picnic/band.jpg"><img alt="Live music" src="/images/2017_precinct_picnic/band.jpg"></a></p>
<p>(See all images <a href="http://www.seattlepolicefoundation.org/events/precinct-picnics-photos/north-precinct-picnic-2017">here</a>.)</p>
<p>For more information about the event, please see <a href="http://www.seattlepolicefoundation.org/events/precinct-picnics">the Police Department's website</a>.</p>
<p>For sponsorship information, please contact <a href="mailto:Justin@seattlepolicefoundation.org">Justin@seattlepolicefoundation.org</a> or 206-733-9372.</p>
<p>To register for a booth at the picnics, please contact <a href="mailto:Diane.Pilon@seattle.gov">Diane.Pilon@seattle.gov</a>.</p>
<p>Hope to see you there!</p>
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/H_or8biB1K4" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe>Licton Springs chosen for Home Zone pilot2018-08-12T04:00:00-07:002018-08-12T04:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-08-12:/home-zone-2018.html<p>We're excited to announce that Seattle Neighborhood Greenways has selected the southeastern corner of Licton Springs for its pioneering home zone pilot in North Seattle! Home Zones represent an innovative and inexpensive approach to increasing walkability, safety, and the sense of community in neighborhoods that lack full sidewalk coverage. The …</p><p>We're excited to announce that Seattle Neighborhood Greenways has selected the southeastern corner of Licton Springs for its pioneering home zone pilot in North Seattle! Home Zones represent an innovative and inexpensive approach to increasing walkability, safety, and the sense of community in neighborhoods that lack full sidewalk coverage. The pilot will cover the area north of 85TH, south of 92ND, west of I5 and east of Wallingford Ave. N Below is a map of the area, as well as some of the ideas that have already been proposed for the pilot:</p>
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<p>This area was chosen, in particular, because it represents a small well-defined area in which to prove out the concept. If the pilot is successful: it could be expanded both to other areas in Licton Springs and throughout greater North Seattle.</p>
<p><strong>Why are home zones something to get excited about?</strong></p>
<p>It is known by many that Seattle has a sidewalk, or rather lack thereof, problem.
As shown in this map prepared by SDOT in 2015, over a quarter of Seattle is laking sidewalk.</p>
<p><a href="/images/homezone/sidewalk_coverage.jpg"><img alt="Sidewalk Coverage" src="/images/homezone/sidewalk_coverage.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Most of the need is concentrated in North Seattle, predominantly north of N 85th. And while Licton Springs is lucky to have the best sidewalk coverage of any neighborhood this far North, it still has less sidewalk coverage than any of the communities immediately to the south of it.</p>
<p>There's an often repeated claim that Seattle promised all these areas sidewalk when they were annexed so many decades ago. And, while I haven't definitively been able to determine if <a href="https://www.seattlepi.com/local/transportation/article/Getting-There-Did-the-city-promise-sidewalks-to-886368.php">that claim is fact or folklore</a>, the city is <a href="https://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/pedestrian-program/sidewalk-development-program">slowly keeping that promise</a>. The only problem: starting at around $500K+ per a single block, sidewalks are expensive. At the current rate of expenditure, it will take over 300 years for all of Seattle to have sidewalks.</p>
<p><strong>What are Home Zones and how do they aim to solve this problem?</strong></p>
<p>A Home Zone is an area that is protected from lots of fast moving traffic so that streets are safe enough to walk on. Home Zones keep local access for residents, emergency access, and deliveries while discouraging cut-through traffic. Home Zones can use a variety of street improvements to accomplish this but focus on improvements that have the best “bang for our buck” recognizing Seattle’s pedestrian budget is stretched very thin.</p>
<p>Home Zones are meant to:</p>
<ol>
<li>Make it safe and comfortable for people of all ages and abilities to walk in a neighborhood</li>
<li>Reduce cut-through traffic and speeding by keeping this traffic on the arterials (not increasing traffic on other neighborhood streets), while allowing neighbors to get to their homes, emergency access, deliveries, etc.</li>
<li>Enhance the quality of life for neighbors and strengthen our community (one way to do this is by integrating community art).</li>
</ol>
<p>In essence: Home Zones aim to offer a drastically less expensive alternative to improve the walkability of currently unsidewalked streets, while also achieving a greater and more cohesive sense of community than can be made with sidewalks alone.</p>
<p><strong>Can I donate to the effort?</strong></p>
<p>Seattle Neighborhood Greenways which is a local nonprofit working to make every neighborhood a great place to walk, bike, and live, is currently supporting this project with staff time and resources. You can donate to help make this a reality at <a href="http://seattlegreenways.org/">seattlegreenways.org</a>. Or contact <a href="mailto:Gordon@seattlegreenways.org">Gordon@seattlegreenways.org</a> for more information.</p>
<p><strong>What happens next? How can I get involved?</strong></p>
<p>If you live in or near the pilot area or want to give input on the very first North Seattle home zone, you can find more information about the details of this project <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/homezone">here</a>.
Additionally, we encourage you to <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAtYcX8J4IQE_agDKW45oXHEvzt0LaOTQ1lImnO8CdkqSScg/viewform?usp=pp_url&entry.1991292058=Yes">fill out the survey here</a>
or email us at <a href="mailto:meridianhomezone@gmail.com">meridianhomezone@gmail.com</a> to be kept up to date on the project.</p>
<p>The first public in-person meeting to provide feedback will be held at the Meridian Health Center (10521 Meridian Ave) starting at 6:30 PM September 13th.
If able, please register your intention to attend the meeting on <a href="http://seattlegreenways.org/homezone/">Seattle Greenways home zone website</a>.</p>
<p>We hope to see you there!</p>Night Out Success!2018-08-11T01:00:00-07:002018-08-11T01:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-08-11:/night-out-2018-success.html<p>Thank you to everyone that came out across Licton Springs to meet with your neighbors and make 2018 another great success! Across the Licton Springs area, hundreds of neighbors got to know each other across over seven block parties.</p>
<p><a href="/images/2018_night_out/packed.jpg"><img alt="Packed!" src="/images/2018_night_out/packed.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/2018_night_out/packed_2.jpg"><img alt="Packed!" src="/images/2018_night_out/packed_2.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/2018_night_out/bubble_man.jpg"><img alt="Bubble Man" src="/images/2018_night_out/bubble_man.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/2018_night_out/community_board.jpg"><img alt="Community Board" src="/images/2018_night_out/community_board.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/2018_night_out/be_prepared.jpg"><img alt="Emergency Preperation Board" src="/images/2018_night_out/be_prepared.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Many community resources were shared at these block parties, including:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.smart911.com/">Smart …</a></li></ul><p>Thank you to everyone that came out across Licton Springs to meet with your neighbors and make 2018 another great success! Across the Licton Springs area, hundreds of neighbors got to know each other across over seven block parties.</p>
<p><a href="/images/2018_night_out/packed.jpg"><img alt="Packed!" src="/images/2018_night_out/packed.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/2018_night_out/packed_2.jpg"><img alt="Packed!" src="/images/2018_night_out/packed_2.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/2018_night_out/bubble_man.jpg"><img alt="Bubble Man" src="/images/2018_night_out/bubble_man.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/2018_night_out/community_board.jpg"><img alt="Community Board" src="/images/2018_night_out/community_board.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/2018_night_out/be_prepared.jpg"><img alt="Emergency Preperation Board" src="/images/2018_night_out/be_prepared.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Many community resources were shared at these block parties, including:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.smart911.com/">Smart 911</a> - A way to add the information you want responders to know in case of an emergency before one happens.</li>
<li><a href="http://alert.seattle.gov/">Alert Seattle</a> - The official emergency notification system used by the City of Seattle to communicate with city residents during emergencies.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.seattle.gov/police/community-policing/block-watch">Block Watch</a> - Instructions on how to start an officially recognized neighborhood block watch.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.seattle.gov/emergency-management/about-us/event-calendar/">Emergency Event Calendar</a> - Upcoming events that teach crucial skills needed in the case of an emergency.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.seattle.gov/emergency-management/prepare/prepare-your-neighborhood/community-emergency-hubs">Emergency Hubs</a> - A map of all the nearby emergency hubs to meet at after an emergency strikes.</li>
<li><a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">Licton Springs Community Calendar</a> - A shared calendar for all the events happening across the Licton Springs area.</li>
</ul>
<p>Here's to hoping the community connections made at Night Out continue to grow over the next year!</p>Night Out is TODAY!2018-08-07T01:00:00-07:002018-08-07T01:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-08-07:/night-out-2018.html<p>Reminder: TONIGHT all across Licton Springs and Seattle is Night Out! Come together with your neighbors for good food, activities, and conversation!
Below is a map of all the publically listed night outs in the Licton Springs area:</p>
<iframe src="https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/embed?mid=11lWvVcrL4vlWz2JhBD007f5Fl76V0Dh9" width="640" height="480"></iframe>
<p>If your direct area isn't getting together, the Densmore Block Watch Barbecue …</p><p>Reminder: TONIGHT all across Licton Springs and Seattle is Night Out! Come together with your neighbors for good food, activities, and conversation!
Below is a map of all the publically listed night outs in the Licton Springs area:</p>
<iframe src="https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/embed?mid=11lWvVcrL4vlWz2JhBD007f5Fl76V0Dh9" width="640" height="480"></iframe>
<p>If your direct area isn't getting together, the Densmore Block Watch Barbecue is open to the entire neighborhood and is holding its night out at Licton Spring Park.
<a href="/images/densmore_night_out.jpg"><img alt="Densmore Block Watch Barbecue" src="/images/densmore_night_out.jpg"></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.seattle.gov/police/community-policing/night-out/view-the-map">Click here for a map of all the Night Out celebrations being held accross Seattle.</a></p>
<p>Did we miss your Night Out celebration? Let us know in a comment below!</p>Mineral Springs Park is Bringing Community Together2018-08-01T01:00:00-07:002018-08-01T01:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-08-01:/mineral-springs-coming-to-life.html<p>Mineral Springs park has had a busy and successful month! See below for a summary of July's events and some ways to get involved this month.</p>
<h3>Community Connection:</h3>
<p>On July 3rd, the community around Mineral Springs park met to discuss future events and initiatives in the park. If you'd like …</p><p>Mineral Springs park has had a busy and successful month! See below for a summary of July's events and some ways to get involved this month.</p>
<h3>Community Connection:</h3>
<p>On July 3rd, the community around Mineral Springs park met to discuss future events and initiatives in the park. If you'd like to get involved, the next Seattle Parks community meeting will be held on <strong>Tuesday, August 14th from 6-7pm at Meridian Center for Health, room 110</strong>.</p>
<h3>Disc Golf:</h3>
<p>Did you know that the Mineral Springs Park is the only disc golf course in the city of Seattle? On July 12th, Seattle Parks department met with the disc golf community to discuss needed improvements to the disc golf course in Mineral Springs Park. Additionally, on July 17th, LoveLicton.com held its second "Learn to Disc Golf" event in partnership with the local disc golfers. The event was a resounding success! We will be holding our next beginner's disc golf event on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1749802818460952/">Tuesday, August 21st from 6:30pm to 8pm</a>.</p>
<p><a href="/images/mineral_springs/beginners_disc_golf.jpg"><img alt="Beginner's Disc Golf" src="/images/mineral_springs/beginners_disc_golf.jpg"></a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1749802818460952/"><img alt="Beginner's Disc Golf Event Flyer" src="/images/mineral_springs/discgolfflyer.jpg"></a></p>
<h3>Clean up:</h3>
<p>On July 19th, the community came together for a Mineral Springs Park work party to help increase visibility in the park and clear tremendous amounts of brush and blackberries, primarily from the southeast corner along the walkway. You can really see the difference!</p>
<p><a href="/images/mineral_springs/park_cleanup.jpg"><img alt="Neighborhood comes together to clean up" src="/images/mineral_springs/park_cleanup.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/mineral_springs/park_cleanup_2.jpg"><img alt="Neighborhood comes together to clean up" src="/images/mineral_springs/park_cleanup_2.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/mineral_springs/park_cleanup_3.jpg"><img alt="Neighborhood comes together to clean up" src="/images/mineral_springs/park_cleanup_3.jpg"></a></p>
<p>the next cleanup will be held on <strong>Thursday, August 16th from 5-7pm</strong>.</p>
<h3>Celebrate:</h3>
<p>On July 21st, the community, in partnership with Seattle Parks, held their first event - a free BBQ! Lawn games, live music, food, and neighborhood bonding! Lots of fun was had by all. Thanks to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/howshortjazz/">How Short</a> for keeping us entertained with live jazz and our neighborhood volunteers who tended to the grills! Look out for our next event later this summer/early fall.
<a href="/images/mineral_springs/bbq_summary.jpg"><img alt="BBQ" src="/images/mineral_springs/bbq_summary.jpg"></a></p>
<p>It's been amazing meeting so many wonderful people from the area and seeing the community come together around this Licton Spring's gem.
Let's keep up the community engagement! Hope to see you at some of the upcoming events.</p>
<p><a href="/images/mineral_springs/august.jpg"><img alt="August Events" src="/images/mineral_springs/august.jpg"></a></p>More frequent bus service coming soon near you2018-07-25T20:15:00-07:002018-07-25T20:15:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-07-25:/more-frequent-bus-service-2018.html<p><a href="https://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/constantine/news/release/2018/July/25-metro-service-amazon-seattle.aspx">Starting this September the frequency of the E Line, in addition to many other regional bus lines, will be increased</a>. This change is happening thanks to a partnership between Amazon, the City of Seattle, and King County Metro. This will be a particularly welcome addition over the next few years …</p><p><a href="https://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/constantine/news/release/2018/July/25-metro-service-amazon-seattle.aspx">Starting this September the frequency of the E Line, in addition to many other regional bus lines, will be increased</a>. This change is happening thanks to a partnership between Amazon, the City of Seattle, and King County Metro. This will be a particularly welcome addition over the next few years as the <a href="https://komonews.com/news/local/metros-convention-place-station-closing-saturday-for-good">recent closure of the Convention Place Station</a> reroutes our other popular bus line into downtown: the 41 - leading to possible delays until the light rail construction is complete.</p>
<p><a href="/images/aurora/more_frequent.jpg"><img alt="More Frequent E Line Service" src="/images/aurora/more_frequent.jpg"></a></p>
<p>This change will positively affect many as the E Line is Metro’s highest-ridership route with more than 17,000 weekday riders.</p>WE'RE NUMBER 1!?2018-07-24T20:00:00-07:002018-07-24T20:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-07-24:/most-competitive-neighborhood.html<p>Whether you call it Licton Springs, North Green Lake, North College Park, or that magical portal in-between Green Lake, Greenwood, and the Northgate mall - we are all proud to call it home. And, apparently, according to a new report from Redfin, we are not the only ones who would like …</p><p>Whether you call it Licton Springs, North Green Lake, North College Park, or that magical portal in-between Green Lake, Greenwood, and the Northgate mall - we are all proud to call it home. And, apparently, according to a new report from Redfin, we are not the only ones who would like to do so. Licton Springs showed up on <a href="https://www.geekwire.com/2018/redfins-new-compete-score-ranks-markets-based-competition-homes-seattle-toughest/">Redfin's report</a> as the #1 most competitive neighborhood to buy into, in not only Seattle, but the entire United States.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.geekwire.com/2018/redfins-new-compete-score-ranks-markets-based-competition-homes-seattle-toughest/"><img alt="Redfin graphic" src="/images/most_competitive_neighborhood_2018.png"></a></p>
<p>We tied with ourselves (under the name North College Park, yep we are in the report twice) and 5 other neighborhoods including nearby Phinney Ridge for the spot. Having also received a property taxable value reassessment notice today, I'm not entirely sure it's a placement any of us were looking to achieve...</p>North Seattle Greenway Construction2018-07-22T23:00:00-07:002018-07-22T23:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-07-22:/north-seattle-greenway-2018.html<p>A friend of the blog wrote in to let us know the construction of the North Seattle Neighborhood Greenway project down 100th Ave N is set to begin as soon as tomorrow.
The project aims to connect Crown Hill, Greenwood, and Licton Springs both to each other and to the …</p><p>A friend of the blog wrote in to let us know the construction of the North Seattle Neighborhood Greenway project down 100th Ave N is set to begin as soon as tomorrow.
The project aims to connect Crown Hill, Greenwood, and Licton Springs both to each other and to the upcoming pedestrian bridge that will provide direct access to the Northgate light rail station. While the entire project, which will stretch around 2 miles, is a welcome addition - of particular interest to those in the Licton Springs area are a <a href="https://www.seattle.gov/Documents/Departments/SDOT/Greenways/N100thStFactsheet.pdf">new sidewalk from Linden Ave N to Aurora Ave N</a> and sidewalk improvements being made between Aurora Ave N and Stone Ave N.</p>
<p><a href="images/2018_greenway/banner.jpg"><img alt="Linden currently without sidewalk" src="images/2018_greenway/banner.jpg"></a>
<a href="images/2018_greenway/linden_sidewalk.jpg"><img alt="Linden sidewalk area" src="images/2018_greenway/linden_sidewalk.jpg"></a>
<a href="images/2018_greenway/greenway_area.jpg"><img alt="100th in Licton Springs" src="images/2018_greenway/greenway_area.jpg"></a></p>
<p>When the work is complete, the hope is that it will be possible to safely walk or ride a bicycle all the way from Crown Hill to the new light rail station, with sidewalk at a minimum from Linden Ave N eastward. You can find more information about the project on <a href="https://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/greenways-program/north-seattle">SDOT's overview page</a>. The project should take around 6 months to complete with individual neighbors being directly contacted as construction work that impacts them is underway.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, the traffic circle on Wallingford Ave N and N 97th <a href="https://lovelicton.com/street_improvements_preview_2018.html">we wrote about earlier this year</a> has now been completed and is just awaiting greenery.</p>
<p><a href="images/2018_greenway/circle.jpg"><img alt="Wallingford Ave N Circle" src="images/2018_greenway/circle.jpg"></a></p>
<p>We look forward to a safer and more walkable North Seattle!</p>Appeal hearing set for property of old Gold's Gym2018-07-21T17:00:00-07:002018-07-21T17:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-07-21:/golds-gym-hearing.html<p>A member of the community has come forth to formally appeal the development of the old Gold's Gym location, which helped compliment other nearby business such as Emerald City Smoothie, into a storage facility. The area in question has a moratorium on non-pedestrian oriented businesses, but the permit for the …</p><p>A member of the community has come forth to formally appeal the development of the old Gold's Gym location, which helped compliment other nearby business such as Emerald City Smoothie, into a storage facility. The area in question has a moratorium on non-pedestrian oriented businesses, but the permit for the storage facility was placed right before it was put into effect. Beyond Aurora, the property is surrounded by homes and townhouses, and there is a strong desire by many within the area to increase housing and retail along Aurora, by lining it with apartment complexes that contain retail on the bottom. The thought being, that this would increase the safety of Aurora while helping to soften our current housing crises.</p>
<p><a href="/images/golds_gym/location.jpg"><img alt="Gold's Gym Location" src="/images/golds_gym/location.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/golds_gym/public_storage.jpg"><img alt="Public Storage" src="/images/golds_gym/public_storage.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/golds_gym/land_use.jpg"><img alt="Notice of Land Use" src="/images/golds_gym/land_use.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/golds_gym/houses_behind_gym.jpg"><img alt="Houses behind gym" src="/images/golds_gym/houses_behind_gym.jpg"></a></p>
<p>The appeal comes as "Greenlake" Self-storage continues its construction just a few blocks south.</p>
<p><a href="/images/golds_gym/greenlake.jpg"><img alt="Greenlake Self-Storage" src="/images/golds_gym/greenlake.jpg"></a></p>
<p>The hearing for the appeal is set for 9 AM on Monday, Aug. 13, at the City of Seattle Hearing Examiner’s Office, Seattle Municipal Tower, 700 5th Ave., 40th Floor. </p>
<blockquote>
<p>Hearings are open to the public, but generally only those who are parties to the appeal and persons called by the parties as witnesses will have the opportunity to testify. A person who has not appealed, but who has a substantial interest in the outcome of the appeal, may request to be allowed to participate in an appeal as an “intervenor”. An intervenor, like the parties, would have the option of appealing the Hearing Examiner’s decision in this matter. Intervenor status should be requested as soon as possible prior to hearing and in accordance with the Hearing Examiner Rules. For information regarding appeals and intervenor status, contact or visit the Hearing Examiner. The Hearing Examiner’s office provides barrier-free access.</p>
</blockquote>
<p>The reason for the appeal reflects the concerns shared by many:</p>
<blockquote>
<p>My interest is to maintain some sense of residential and environmental
neighborhood atmosphere. This project unfortunately has been grandfathered into the rezoning of
past. The current rezoning would not support this project.</p>
</blockquote>
<p>You can see the full reasoning behind the appeal as well as all supporting documents on <a href="https://web6.seattle.gov/Examiner/case/MUP-18-015">Seattle's Hearing Examiner site</a>.</p>Downtown Northgate and our bridge to it continues to take shape2018-07-15T15:00:00-07:002018-07-15T15:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-07-15:/downtown-northgate-taking-shape.html<p>For many years Northgate enjoyed the convenience of having both of the big name wine and beer outlets right next to each other.
Being able to easily walk between BevMo! and Total Wine in the same trip was a magical thing for anyone who anxiously awaited limited availability beer, wine …</p><p>For many years Northgate enjoyed the convenience of having both of the big name wine and beer outlets right next to each other.
Being able to easily walk between BevMo! and Total Wine in the same trip was a magical thing for anyone who anxiously awaited limited availability beer, wine, or spirit releases.
Of course, one-day several months ago, this duo came to an end, leaving only Total Wine - which sits at the bottom of an apartment complex, left in-tact.</p>
<p>A friend of the blog recently reached out to us, with an unsurprising explanation for that closure: BevMo!, which was nestled into an old-fashioned shopping strip, needed to close to make way for the expansion of Downtown Northgate. In the place of the old shopping plaza, plans are in place to build a 235 unit apartment building with retail at the bottom, continuing the trend happening around the old plaza:</p>
<p><a href="/images/downtown_northgate/bevmo.jpg"><img alt="Old BevMo! Location" src="/images/downtown_northgate/bevmo.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/downtown_northgate/crane.jpg"><img alt="Construction Around the Building" src="/images/downtown_northgate/crane.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/downtown_northgate/alley.jpg"><img alt="Alleyway showing grouping of mid-rises" src="/images/downtown_northgate/alley.jpg"></a></p>
<p>If you would like to give your input into the design of this new apartment building, there is an upcoming opportunity to contribute to the early design guidance <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/DPD/aboutus/news/events/DesignReview/Detail/default.aspx?id=6936">August 6, 2018 6:30 pm</a></p>
<p>Meanwhile, the redevelopment of the mall into the focal point of this new downtown area continues being planned, with the first two opportunities for community input coming tentatively next month:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.seattle.gov/DPD/aboutus/news/events/DesignReview/Detail/default.aspx?id=6930">August 13, 2018 6:30 pm</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.seattle.gov/DPD/aboutus/news/events/DesignReview/Detail/default.aspx?id=6931">August 27, 2018 6:30 pm</a></li>
</ul>
<p>The transit-oriented development, temporarily paused, has come back in full swing with a new RFP based on free land from King County and an upzone to allow up to 24 story buildings <a href="https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/transportation/king-county-moves-to-allow-affordable-housing-at-future-northgate-light-rail-station/">promised by the end of this month</a>.</p>
<p>And finally, concerns over future of the Northgate Pedestrian bridge which will connect Licton Springs directly to both the developing Light Rail and Downtown Northgate, have been alleviated after the <a href="https://cascade.org/blog/2018/06/bridge-92-northgate-biking-and-walking-bridge-moving-forward">Seattle Colleges Board of Trustees conditionally agreed to give an easement to the new bridge</a>. The latest plans for which, will have the new bridge/path only a <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/dir/47.7015386,-122.3422173/47.7014736,-122.335324/@47.7008021,-122.3419329,16z/data=!4m2!4m1!3e2">~5-10 minute walk away from Oak Tree Plaza</a>.</p>
<p><a href="/images/downtown_northgate/bridge.png"><img alt="New Bridge" src="/images/downtown_northgate/bridge.png"></a></p>
<p>No matter how you feel about the developments overall, hopefully, this all will lead to a North Seattle that feels more connected both to Downtown Seattle and to the neighborhoods contained within.</p>Upcoming Events in Mineral Springs Park2018-07-08T01:00:00-07:002018-07-08T01:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-07-08:/mineral-springs-events-july-2018.html<p>Do you want to get involved in the Licton Springs community? Over the next 2 weeks, there are plenty of opportunities to meet your neighbors while having fun and improving the Mineral Springs Park!</p>
<h3>July 12th: Meeting to Improve Disc Golf Course</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Time:</strong> 6-7pm</li>
<li><strong>Location:</strong> Meridian Center for Health (10521 …</li></ul><p>Do you want to get involved in the Licton Springs community? Over the next 2 weeks, there are plenty of opportunities to meet your neighbors while having fun and improving the Mineral Springs Park!</p>
<h3>July 12th: Meeting to Improve Disc Golf Course</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Time:</strong> 6-7pm</li>
<li><strong>Location:</strong> Meridian Center for Health (10521 Meridian Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133)</li>
<li><strong>Sponsor:</strong> Randy Wiger, Seattle Parks & Recreation.</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/mineral_springs/improve_course.png"><img alt="Disc Golf Course Improvement Meeting" src="/images/mineral_springs/improve_course.png"></a>
If you're a disc golfer make sure to put this meeting on your calendar!
Here you can provide feedback to the city on what repairs or improvements should be made to the Mineral Springs Disc Golf course.</p>
<h3>July 17th: Learn To Disc Golf</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Time:</strong> 6:30pm to 8pm</li>
<li><strong>Location:</strong> Mineral Springs Park (1500 N 105th St, Seattle, WA 98133)</li>
<li><strong>Event URL:</strong> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/618053928556827">https://www.facebook.com/events/618053928556827</a></li>
<li><strong>Sponsor:</strong> LoveLicton</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/mineral_springs/learn.jpg"><img alt="Learn to Disc Golf!" src="/images/mineral_springs/learn.jpg"></a>
Do you want to learn to disc golf?
Come join us for a beginner's disc golf game at Mineral Springs Park with help from members of the local disc golf community. At this event, you will not only learn how to play alongside other beginners but will also be able to receive valuable tips from some more veteran disc golf players. All are welcome to this free event!</p>
<h3><strong>July 19th: Mineral Springs Park Clean Up</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Time:</strong> 5-7pm</li>
<li><strong>Location:</strong> Mineral Springs Park (1500 N 105th St, Seattle, WA 98133)</li>
<li><strong>Sponsor:</strong> Randy Wiger, Seattle Parks & Recreation</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/mineral_springs/clean.jpg"><img alt="Mineral Springs Park Clean Up" src="/images/mineral_springs/clean.jpg"></a>
Come join your neighbors at a Parks department-supported clean up event. Refreshments and tools will be provided.</p>
<h3><strong>July 21st: Mineral Springs Park Community BBQ</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Time:</strong> 11am -1pm</li>
<li><strong>Location:</strong> Mineral Springs Park (1500 N 105th St, Seattle, WA 98133)</li>
<li><strong>Event URL:</strong> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/250408269069372/">https://www.facebook.com/events/250408269069372/</a></li>
<li><strong>Sponsor:</strong> Seattle Parks & Recreation</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/mineral_springs/bbq.jpg"><img alt="Mineral Springs BBQ!" src="/images/mineral_springs/bbq.jpg"></a>
Come meet your neighbors for a free BBQ at Mineral Springs Park!
More details to be provided closer to the event but a little birdie told us that there will be music, hot dogs, and lawn games.</p>Teriyaki Taste Test!2018-07-07T01:00:00-07:002018-07-07T01:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-07-07:/teriyaki-taste-test-2018.html<p>In Seattle, we all LOVE good Teriyaki. Licton Springs is no exception, and we are lucky to have at least <em>4</em> Teriyaki places within our < 1 square mile neighborhood.
With so many to choose from it can be difficult to know which one to try out. So, we decided to …</p><p>In Seattle, we all LOVE good Teriyaki. Licton Springs is no exception, and we are lucky to have at least <em>4</em> Teriyaki places within our < 1 square mile neighborhood.
With so many to choose from it can be difficult to know which one to try out. So, we decided to make the only logical decision and try all 4!</p>
<h1>The methodology</h1>
<p>For this taste test we decided to go with the plain Teriyaki Chicken dish from all 4 locations.
We took turns with a blindfold on while the other randomly gave us a taste of one of the Teriyaki dishes and asked for a score from 1-5.
We didn't include cost in our calculation since all 4 Teriyaki places had their Teriyaki priced within a few dimes of each other in the $8 range.
NOTE: Many of them also have lunch specials for around $7.</p>
<h1>The contenders</h1>
<p><a href="/images/teriyaki/all.jpg"><img alt="The spread" src="/images/teriyaki/all.jpg"></a></p>
<ol>
<li>
<p>Manna Deli Teriyaki
<a href="/images/teriyaki/manna.jpg"><img alt="Manna Deli Teriyaki Store Front" src="/images/teriyaki/manna.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Conveniently located on Aurora and with very friendly service, this Teriyaki place currently enjoys the highest rating of the 3 Teriyaki only restaurants on Yelp, but unfortunately had the lowest health rating at the time we went.</p>
<ul>
<li>Address: 9831 Aurora Ave N Seattle, WA 98103</li>
<li>Hours: 11AM-9PM Monday-Saturday, Closed Sunday</li>
<li>Current Health Rating: Okay</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p>Oak Tree Teriyaki
<a href="/images/teriyaki/oaktree.jpg"><img alt="Oak Tree Teriyaki Store Front" src="/images/teriyaki/oaktree.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Located in the Oak Tree Plaza, right near the recently remodeled AMC (easily one of the comfiest theaters in Seattle now), this has long been my favorite Teriyaki place. The owner is super friendly,
they have these excellent house fries, and they have hours that work pretty well for eating before or after movies. However, I always get the Spicy Teriyaki here, so I'm curious to see how the regular Teriyaki fares.</p>
<ul>
<li>Address: 10002 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133</li>
<li>Hours: 11AM-9PM Monday-Saturday, Closed Sunday</li>
<li>Current Health Rating: Good</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p>Teriyaki Plus
<a href="/images/teriyaki/plus.jpg"><img alt="Teriyaki Plus Store Front" src="/images/teriyaki/plus.jpg"></a></p>
<p>The only Teriyaki place of the 4 that neither of us had been to before, so we are both stoked to try it out for the first time.</p>
<ul>
<li>Address: 2100 N Northgate Way b, Seattle, WA 98133</li>
<li>Hours: 11AM-9PM Monday-Saturday, Closed Sunday</li>
<li>Current Health Rating: Excellent</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p>Cafe Banh Mi
<a href="/images/teriyaki/banh.jpg"><img alt="Cafe Banh Mi Sign" src="/images/teriyaki/banh.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Tucked away in a business complex on Meridian Ave, Cafe Banh Mi is the only place we tried that isn't marketed as a Teriyaki restaurant. It does, however, happen to have Teriyaki permanently on the menu. We discovered this when traveling back to Seattle on an early morning flight. We missed Seattle Teriyaki so much on our vacation - that we craved it upon returning. Cafe Banh Mi was the only place that served Teriyaki we could find that was also open at 8 AM. However, their matching early close time and non-existent weekend hours mean we don't get to enjoy this place nearly as often as we'd like to.</p>
<ul>
<li>Address: 10700 Meridian Ave N #106, Seattle, WA 98133</li>
<li>Hours: 7AM-5PM Monday-Friday, Closed Saturday & Sunday</li>
<li>Current Health Rating: Excellent</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ol>
<p><br />
<br /></p>
<iframe src="https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/embed?mid=19y6zsARIcndxmgFwdlQJm2rqrtxopuSo" width="640" height="480"></iframe>
<p><br /></p>
<h1>The ratings</h1>
<ol>
<li>
<p>Cafe Banh Mi
<a href="/images/teriyaki/banh_teriyaki.jpg"><img alt="Cafe Banh Mi's Teriyaki" src="/images/teriyaki/banh_teriyaki.jpg"></a></p>
<p>With a generous coating of Teriyaki glaze covering perfectly moist chicken, Cafe Banh Mi easily took the #1 spot.</p>
<ul>
<li>Amanda: 4.5 - "Delicious. I want more."</li>
<li>Tim: 4.5 - "By far the best."</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p>Oak Tree Teriyaki
<a href="/images/teriyaki/oaktree_teriyaki.jpg"><img alt="Oak Tree's Teriyaki" src="/images/teriyaki/oaktree_teriyaki.jpg"></a>
Oak Tree's distinctive crunch helped pull it into #2 place. And then there are those glorious house fries...</p>
<ul>
<li>Amanda: 3.75</li>
<li>Tim 4.0 - "Has a really nice crunch to it."</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/images/teriyaki/oaktree_fries.jpg"><img alt="Oak Tree's Fries" src="/images/teriyaki/oaktree_fries.jpg"></a>
Bonus (House Fries):</p>
<ul>
<li>Amanda: 5.0 - "This isn't what we are taste testing, but these are delicious."</li>
<li>Tim: 10 - "That's right, these are off the scale. It's a good thing these aren't included in the actual rating."</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p>Manna Deli Teriyaki
<a href="/images/teriyaki/manna_teriyaki.jpg"><img alt="Manna Deli Teriyaki" src="/images/teriyaki/manna_teriyaki.jpg"></a></p>
<ul>
<li>Amanda: 3.5 - "Has a nice flavor to it, but I want a bit more."</li>
<li>Tim 3.25</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p>Teriyaki Plus
<a href="/images/teriyaki/plus_teriyaki.jpg"><img alt="Teriyaki Plus" src="/images/teriyaki/plus_teriyaki.jpg"></a>
Some more teriyaki sauce may have made all the difference for this one.</p>
<ul>
<li>Amanda: 3.25 - "Too Dry."</li>
<li>Tim 3.0 - "Too Dry!"</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ol>
<p>Disagree with our ratings? Let us know why in the comments! Either way, go eat some delicious Teriyaki in Licton Springs!</p>The Original Seattle Real Estate Gold Rush2018-07-03T20:00:00-07:002018-07-03T20:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-07-03:/burke-pamphlet.html<p>A friend of the blog lent us a historical pamphlet from when Licton Springs was first being developed that I thought was too cool not to share.</p>
<p><a href="/images/burke_pamphlet/banner.jpg"><img alt="Banner" src="/images/burke_pamphlet/banner.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/burke_pamphlet/cover.jpg"><img alt="Cover" src="/images/burke_pamphlet/cover.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/burke_pamphlet/reasons.jpg"><img alt="24 Reasons" src="/images/burke_pamphlet/reasons.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/burke_pamphlet/licton_springs_park.jpg"><img alt="Park" src="/images/burke_pamphlet/licton_springs_park.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/burke_pamphlet/gardens.jpg"><img alt="Gardens" src="/images/burke_pamphlet/gardens.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/burke_pamphlet/water.jpg"><img alt="New Water System" src="/images/burke_pamphlet/water.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/burke_pamphlet/close_in.jpg"><img alt="Close In" src="/images/burke_pamphlet/close_in.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/burke_pamphlet/city_of_homes.jpg"><img alt="City of Homes" src="/images/burke_pamphlet/city_of_homes.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/burke_pamphlet/auto.jpg"><img alt="Auto" src="/images/burke_pamphlet/auto.jpg"></a></p>
<p>While many things have changed since this pamphlet initially went out, we still firmly believe that Licton Springs is a great neighborhood to …</p><p>A friend of the blog lent us a historical pamphlet from when Licton Springs was first being developed that I thought was too cool not to share.</p>
<p><a href="/images/burke_pamphlet/banner.jpg"><img alt="Banner" src="/images/burke_pamphlet/banner.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/burke_pamphlet/cover.jpg"><img alt="Cover" src="/images/burke_pamphlet/cover.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/burke_pamphlet/reasons.jpg"><img alt="24 Reasons" src="/images/burke_pamphlet/reasons.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/burke_pamphlet/licton_springs_park.jpg"><img alt="Park" src="/images/burke_pamphlet/licton_springs_park.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/burke_pamphlet/gardens.jpg"><img alt="Gardens" src="/images/burke_pamphlet/gardens.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/burke_pamphlet/water.jpg"><img alt="New Water System" src="/images/burke_pamphlet/water.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/burke_pamphlet/close_in.jpg"><img alt="Close In" src="/images/burke_pamphlet/close_in.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/burke_pamphlet/city_of_homes.jpg"><img alt="City of Homes" src="/images/burke_pamphlet/city_of_homes.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/burke_pamphlet/auto.jpg"><img alt="Auto" src="/images/burke_pamphlet/auto.jpg"></a></p>
<p>While many things have changed since this pamphlet initially went out, we still firmly believe that Licton Springs is a great neighborhood to join and be a part of.
Additionally, we still have <a href="/an-early-preview-of-spring-in-licton-springs.html">Licton Springs Park</a> and <a href="/licton-springs-ppatch-2018.html">Licton Springs Garden (reborn as a P-Patch)</a>: as seen on our <a href="/pages/map-of-the-neighborhood.html">Map of the Neighborhood</a>.</p>
<p>Let's keep investing in the future of Licton Springs!</p>New Licton Springs Community Council website2018-06-30T10:00:00-07:002018-06-30T10:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-06-30:/new-community-council-website.html<p><a href="https://lictonsprings.org/"><img alt="Website Partnership" src="/images/partnership.jpg"></a></p>
<p>For the last month work has been going on behind the scenes to refresh the Licton Springs Community Council Website,
and I'm excited to say this new site is ready to be unveiled! You can now visit the brand new website at <a href="https://lictonsprings.org">lictonsprings.org</a>.</p>
<p>The community council has been the …</p><p><a href="https://lictonsprings.org/"><img alt="Website Partnership" src="/images/partnership.jpg"></a></p>
<p>For the last month work has been going on behind the scenes to refresh the Licton Springs Community Council Website,
and I'm excited to say this new site is ready to be unveiled! You can now visit the brand new website at <a href="https://lictonsprings.org">lictonsprings.org</a>.</p>
<p>The community council has been the force behind improving Licton Springs and giving everyone in the community a voice for more than two decades.
This new website is part of a broader push to introduce the council to a whole new generation so that their great work can include a
broader audience and have even more impact.</p>
<p>We have also added in our menu a permanent link directly to the community council and from the community council's website a permanent link to the blog.
As part of this partnership <a href="https://lovelicton.com">lovelicton.com</a> will continue to be the place to go to get a pulse on the community and read about the positive changes going on
and <a href="https://lictonsprings.org">lictonsprings.org</a> will be the place to join your neighbors and <em>make</em> more of those positive changes happen.</p>
<p>As a reminder: the Licton Springs Community Council will have a booth at the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1999117153465269/">Live in D5!</a> event that is happening <em>today</em> 1-4PM at Hubbart Homestead Park.
It's a great opportunity to get introduced to the council as well as many other nearby community groups - while enjoying:</p>
<ul>
<li>3 local bands</li>
<li>Free salmon and fry bread sponsored by the United Indians of All Tribes</li>
<li>A baby goat petting zoo</li>
</ul>Your Voice, Your Choice 2018: Licton Springs Park2018-06-22T08:00:00-07:002018-06-22T08:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-06-22:/your-voice-your-choice-2018.html<h2>It's time to VOTE for your favorite park and street improvements!</h2>
<p>Voting for the 2018 Your Voice, Your Choice: Parks and Streets is now live and a proposal for improvements at Licton Springs Park (project 18-5001) is listed as one of the options for District 5! </p>
<p>As part of the …</p><h2>It's time to VOTE for your favorite park and street improvements!</h2>
<p>Voting for the 2018 Your Voice, Your Choice: Parks and Streets is now live and a proposal for improvements at Licton Springs Park (project 18-5001) is listed as one of the options for District 5! </p>
<p>As part of the proposal, Seattle Parks and Recreation will repair the trails and bridges to make it easier for all people to move through Licton Springs Park and enjoy that natural area that is so close to where an increasing number of people are moving. </p>
<p>Read more details about the proposed Licton Springs Park project <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/Documents/Departments/Neighborhoods/ParticipatoryBudgeting/5K.%2018-5001%20Licton%20Springs%20Park.pdf">here</a>.</p>
<p>To vote using your cell phone for confirmation, please register <a href="https://pbstanford.org/seattle2018-d5/sms_signup">here</a></p>
<p>Or, you can go to one of the following places to cast your vote:</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Northgate Branch Library- 10548 5th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98125</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Broadview Branch Library- 12755 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Lake City Community Center (closed July 1-7)- 12531 28th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98125</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Central Library- 1000 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>Each voter may cast one ballot per City Council district, and may choose up to three (3) projects per district. Voting is open until <strong>July 16th</strong>.</p>
<p>You can find more information about Your Voice, Your Choice <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/programs-and-services/your-voice-your-choice/get-involved/vote">here</a>.</p>Come Learn how to Disc Golf!2018-06-10T08:00:00-07:002018-06-10T08:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-06-10:/come-learn-disc-golf.html<p>Have you ever wanted to learn how to disc golf or just disc golf alongside some other beginners and make friends? This next Tuesday (the 19th, a week and some change from now) at 6:30 PM we will be holding our first beginner's disc golf game, with help from …</p><p>Have you ever wanted to learn how to disc golf or just disc golf alongside some other beginners and make friends? This next Tuesday (the 19th, a week and some change from now) at 6:30 PM we will be holding our first beginner's disc golf game, with help from members of the local disc golf community. At this event, you will not only be able to learn how to play alongside other beginners but will also be able to receive valuable tips from some more veteran disc golf players.</p>
<p><a href="/images/mineral_springs/disc/course.jpg"><img alt="Course Map" src="/images/mineral_springs/disc/course.jpg"></a></p>
<p>This event will be held at Mineral Springs park, located on the north end of Licton Springs. This course takes the honor of being the original and only Disc Golf course in Seattle proper. Being a city course it also has a more compact intricate design making it uniquely well suited to learning disc golf technique.</p>
<p><a href="/images/mineral_springs/disc/steps.jpg"><img alt="Steps" src="/images/mineral_springs/disc/steps.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/mineral_springs/disc/hole_4.jpg"><img alt="Hole 4 Map" src="/images/mineral_springs/disc/hole_4.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/mineral_springs/disc/hole_4_close.jpg"><img alt="Hole 4" src="/images/mineral_springs/disc/hole_4_close.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/mineral_springs/disc/hole_6.jpg"><img alt="Hole 6" src="/images/mineral_springs/disc/hole_6.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Having never Disc Golfed ourselves, my wife and I went by the course this morning to get some sense of the game. In the course, we were struck by not only the beauty and tranquillity of a course nestled in the city but also by the friendliness of disc golfers. We ran into Mary and Tony who took us through both some of the basics of Disc Golf and the unique traits of this course.</p>
<p><a href="/images/mineral_springs/disc/mary_and_tony.jpg"><img alt="Mary and Tony" src="/images/mineral_springs/disc/mary_and_tony.jpg"></a></p>
<p>There are poles throughout the course used to hold up netting that separates pathways and different sections of the course.
They told us that every time your disc hits one of those poles and makes a little ringing sound, it's called North Park Love.</p>
<p><a href="/images/mineral_springs/disc/poles.jpg"><img alt="North park love" src="/images/mineral_springs/disc/poles.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Hope to enjoy the summer weather, learn how to Disc Golf, and ring in some North Park Love with some of you there!</p>
<h2>Event Details</h2>
<p><span style="text-decoration: line-through;">
<strong>Facebook Event</strong>: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/180160409336598/">https://www.facebook.com/events/180160409336598/</a> <br />
<strong>Event start time</strong>: Tuesday 6/19/2018 6:30 PM <br /> <br />
</span>
<strong>UPDATE</strong> We've made this a recurring event, the third Tuesday of every month. The next scheduled beginners game is: <br /><br />
<strong>Facebook Event</strong>: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/618053928556827/">https://www.facebook.com/events/618053928556827/</a> <br />
<strong>Event start time</strong>: Tuesday 7/17/2018 6:30 PM <br />
<strong>Location</strong>:
1500 N 105th St, Seattle, WA 98133 <br />
Meet at the benches by the south entrance to the park
<a href="/images/mineral_springs/disc/south_entrance.jpg"><img alt="Meetup Point" src="/images/mineral_springs/disc/south_entrance.jpg"></a></p>Opinion: The time is now to keep momentum going and rezone Aurora2018-06-04T01:00:00-07:002018-06-04T01:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-06-04:/the-time-to-rezone-aurora-is-now.html<p>As part of the upcoming HALA legislation we have the unprecedented opportunity to reshape Aurora Avenue into the hub of a vibrant walkable community. Regardless what your thoughts are on the overall legislation, I encourage you to let our council members know what we as a community want from Aurora …</p><p>As part of the upcoming HALA legislation we have the unprecedented opportunity to reshape Aurora Avenue into the hub of a vibrant walkable community. Regardless what your thoughts are on the overall legislation, I encourage you to let our council members know what we as a community want from Aurora. For me that means more gems like the wonderful neighborhood shops that fill Oak Tree Plaza and fewer storage facilities. Either way, as the final public hearing happens tomorrow (June 5th) this may be your last opportunity to let the council know how you feel.</p>
<h2>From our friends at <a href="http://auroralictonuv.org/">ALUV</a>:</h2>
<p>Dear ALUV Friends and Neighbors,</p>
<p>Thank you for continued interest in bringing positive change to the Aurora Ave Corridor, specifically from N. 84th to N. 110th. As we continue our efforts to increase public safety via “eyes on the street” our biggest obstacle is the commercial zoning designation. This zoning has recently allowed for two public storage facilities to be built that provide no housing or walkable amenities to our Residential Urban Village as designated by the city in 1999.</p>
<p>Please email your support for the proposed zoning changes from Commercial (C) to Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to the Seattle City Council <a href="mailto: council@seattle.gov">council@seattle.gov</a> prior to JUNE 5th.</p>
<p>-> <a href="http://auroralictonuv.org/2018/05/31/call-to-action-support-aurora-ave-rezoning/">Click here for the email template from ALUV</a>.</p>Aurora is getting cleaned up.2018-05-30T01:00:00-07:002018-05-30T01:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-05-30:/aurora-is-getting-cleaned-up.html<p>The next time you walk or ride up Aurora you may notice it's cleaner than usual. In more ways than one, positive changes are starting to take hold on this historical Seattle Avenue. The city's proactive litter abatement pilot program <a href="http://komonews.com/news/local/pro-active-litter-teams-patrolling-six-seattle-neighborhoods">has added Licton Spring's stretch of Aurora</a> to its 2x …</p><p>The next time you walk or ride up Aurora you may notice it's cleaner than usual. In more ways than one, positive changes are starting to take hold on this historical Seattle Avenue. The city's proactive litter abatement pilot program <a href="http://komonews.com/news/local/pro-active-litter-teams-patrolling-six-seattle-neighborhoods">has added Licton Spring's stretch of Aurora</a> to its 2x weekly cleanup. This brave crew cleans up everything from coffee cups to used syringes, hopefully helping to encourage a sustainably clean street over time.</p>
<p>At the same time, SPD and Licton Spring's own North Precinct have been hard at work to bust a local pawn shop that incentivised theft within North Seattle. Along with the closure of the business, this had the side effect of finally permanently removing an Aurora fixture that we will all be happy to see go:</p>
<p><a href="/images/aurora/rare_coins.jpg"><img alt="Aurora Lady Statue" src="/images/aurora/rare_coins.jpg"></a></p>
<p>(See more on the <a href="http://spdblotter.seattle.gov/2018/05/21/north-seattle-coin-shop-busted-for-selling-stolen-goods/">spdblotter</a>)</p>
<p>Finally, <a href="http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Projects/SR99/RoySt145thPaving/default.htm">Aurora is going to be repaved and sidewalk ramps made ADA compliant over the next year</a>. Which, while sure to be an inconvenience during construction and <a href="http://kuow.org/post/state-repaving-aurora-thats-chance-build-sidewalks-no">lacking the sidewalk improvements Aurora desperately needs</a>, will hopefully be worth it upon completion as it plays a part in increasing road safety and accessibility.</p>
<p>While more work is needed along this historic stretch of Seattle, it's encouraging that we are starting to see progress toward an Aurora that we can all take pride in.</p>
<p><a href="/images/aurora/historic.jpg"><img alt="Historic 99" src="/images/aurora/historic.jpg"></a></p>Local Licton Pet Highlight - A Famous Licton Springs Resident2018-05-21T23:00:00-07:002018-05-21T23:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-05-21:/henri_le_chat_noir.html<p>An anonymous reader of LoveLicton let us know about a celebrity living right here in Licton Springs:</p>
<p>The “tuxedo” cat, Henry, known by his stage name, Henri, Le Chat Noir, is a resident of our
neighborhood, though he lives in quiet obscurity, not troubled by his You-Tube fame. He plays …</p><p>An anonymous reader of LoveLicton let us know about a celebrity living right here in Licton Springs:</p>
<p>The “tuxedo” cat, Henry, known by his stage name, Henri, Le Chat Noir, is a resident of our
neighborhood, though he lives in quiet obscurity, not troubled by his You-Tube fame. He plays the role
of a depressed, French cat in a series of videos that have garnered millions of viewers. Henry has over
170,000 Facebook followers and has been featured on Animal Planet and in People magazine. Henry also
has two books out on his philosophy and a Wikipedia page. But no French Riviera for this feline! “I love
Licton”, says Henry, “it’s the best place in the world for a spoiled, handsome cat.”</p>
<p><a href="/images/pets/cats/henri/feed_me.jpg"><img alt="Henri Waits for Food" src="/images/pets/cats/henri/feed_me.jpg"></a>
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/wx5Of3X-VJw" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
<p>Want to see more Henri, Le Chat Noir?</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKV9BaMeTZ1XkpTzvJl226Q">Henri on YouTube</a></li>
<li><a href="http://tinyurl.com/henrifb">Henri on Facebook</a></li>
<li><a href="http://twitter.com//HenriLeChatNoir">Henri on Twitter</a></li>
</ul>
<h2>Have your own uniquely awesome pet or something you want to share with your neighbors?</h2>
<p>Let us know! We would love to feature your pet or story on our blog. Add a comment on this blog post or <a href="/pages/connect-with-us.html">contact us directly</a>.</p>Outlines Provide Sneak Peak of Street Improvements2018-05-14T23:00:00-07:002018-05-14T23:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-05-14:/street_improvements_preview_2018.html<p>A friend of the blog dropped a hint letting us know that a new traffic circle has been outlined for N 97th and Wallingford Ave N, which SDOT plans on having completed this summer! The circle will be a very welcome addition to the area, as, despite lots of warning …</p><p>A friend of the blog dropped a hint letting us know that a new traffic circle has been outlined for N 97th and Wallingford Ave N, which SDOT plans on having completed this summer! The circle will be a very welcome addition to the area, as, despite lots of warning signs and kids, sees more than its fair share of speeding.</p>
<p><a href="/images/street_improvements/signs.jpg"><img alt="Warning Signs" src="/images/street_improvements/signs.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/street_improvements/97th.jpg"><img alt="Slow Down Man" src="/images/street_improvements/97th.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/street_improvements/circle.jpg"><img alt="Location of new Circle" src="/images/street_improvements/circle.jpg"></a></p>
<p>This new circle will complement the existing one at N 95th, hopefully reducing speed driving up Wallingford.</p>
<p><a href="/images/street_improvements/circle.jpg"><img alt="95th Circle" src="/images/street_improvements/95th.jpg"></a></p>
<p>On my walk up to N 97th, I also noticed initials outlines for a continuation of the N 92nd bike path by the new School.</p>
<p><a href="/images/street_improvements/92nd_east.jpg"><img alt="92nd Bike Path Looking East" src="/images/street_improvements/92nd_east.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/street_improvements/92nd_west.jpg"><img alt="92nd Bike Path Looking West" src="/images/street_improvements/92nd_west.jpg"></a></p>
<p>You can find out about some more street improvements scheduled to be completed this year on <a href="https://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/greenways-program/north-seattle">SDOT's Greenway & School Safety Project Website</a>.</p>
<p>Enjoy this great weather! And hopefully, as the season progresses, we will all be able to enjoy some safer streets!</p>Big Tesla: where nature and technology meet2018-05-02T23:00:00-07:002018-05-02T23:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-05-02:/tesla_head_2018.html<p>Right to the northwest of Licton Springs park at the Seattle City Light North Service Center lies a beautiful art piece by Merrily Tompkins.
The art not only serves as a sign of nicer weather, as flowers bloom from Tesla's head but also serves as a great reminder that technology …</p><p>Right to the northwest of Licton Springs park at the Seattle City Light North Service Center lies a beautiful art piece by Merrily Tompkins.
The art not only serves as a sign of nicer weather, as flowers bloom from Tesla's head but also serves as a great reminder that technology and
nature can coexist in harmony. In a way, it's the perfect Seattle art piece, a city nestled in some of the most profoundly beautiful natural
environments while leading the way in our technological future.</p>
<p><a href="/images/tesla/up_close.jpg"><img alt="Close Up" src="/images/tesla/up_close.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/tesla/sign.jpg"><img alt="Close Up" src="/images/tesla/sign.jpg"></a></p>
<p>For more information about this work:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.publicartarchive.org/work/big-tesla">Public Art Archive</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.seattlestar.net/2014/03/celebrating-seattle-big-tesla/">Celebrating Seattle: Big Tesla</a></li>
</ul>
<p>Next time you walk from Licton Springs Park to the Oak Tree Plaza, take some time to enjoy this unique and creative piece of art.</p>Mineral Springs Park Community Meeting2018-04-22T11:00:00-07:002018-04-22T11:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-04-22:/mineral-springs-meeting-may-1.html<blockquote>
<p>UPDATE: The meeting was originally set to start at 7 PM but was then changed to a 6 PM start time by Seattle Parks and Recreation.</p>
</blockquote>
<p>Join other members of the community on May 1st, 6:00PM-8:30PM, to help shape the future of Mineral Springs park!
The meeting will …</p><blockquote>
<p>UPDATE: The meeting was originally set to start at 7 PM but was then changed to a 6 PM start time by Seattle Parks and Recreation.</p>
</blockquote>
<p>Join other members of the community on May 1st, 6:00PM-8:30PM, to help shape the future of Mineral Springs park!
The meeting will be open to the general public, so whether you live near the park or frequent it for disk golf, this is an
important meeting to attend.</p>
<p><a href="/images/mineral_springs/bench.jpg"><img alt="Mineral Springs Park" src="/images/mineral_springs/bench.jpg"></a></p>
<p>The meeting will be held at Meridian Health Clinic, room 110, 10521 Meridian Ave N, Seattle, which is right next to the park:
<a href="/images/mineral_springs/clinic.jpg"><img alt="Meridian Health Clinic" src="/images/mineral_springs/clinic.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Hope to see you there!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/620773244941071/">Facebook Event</a>
<a href="/images/mineral_springs/2018_may_meeting.jpg"><img alt="2018 May Meeting" src="/images/mineral_springs/2018_may_meeting.jpg"></a></p>El Patio replaces Tropicos Breeze2018-04-19T20:00:00-07:002018-04-19T20:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-04-19:/tropicos-breeze-is-gone.html<p>Serving up delicious Latin Cuisine right on Aurora Avenue, Tropicos Breeze has long been one of Licton Spring's most beloved restaurants. So, when I was told the Licton Springs location had closed, I feared the worse.</p>
<p><a href="/images/tropicos/patio.jpg"><img alt="El Patio Entrance" src="/images/tropicos/patio.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Rushing to the restaurant after work, I was greeted not by Tropicos Breeze, but …</p><p>Serving up delicious Latin Cuisine right on Aurora Avenue, Tropicos Breeze has long been one of Licton Spring's most beloved restaurants. So, when I was told the Licton Springs location had closed, I feared the worse.</p>
<p><a href="/images/tropicos/patio.jpg"><img alt="El Patio Entrance" src="/images/tropicos/patio.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Rushing to the restaurant after work, I was greeted not by Tropicos Breeze, but by El Patio. What a quick transformation! Entering El Patio, I saw familiar faces and after talking to the staff learned what had taken place. The Licton Spring's Tropicos Breeze location was sold to the owner's cousin. The new restaurant, I was told, retains the same staff and great quality food we have come to love.</p>
<p><a href="/images/tropicos/patio_2.jpg"><img alt="El Patio Patio" src="/images/tropicos/patio_2.jpg"></a></p>
<p>I ordered Pollo en Crema and Horchata - two of my favorite standbys from the old Tropicos Breeze. You know, just to make sure I was told the truth...
And I can happily confirm: the food here is as tasty as ever!</p>
<p><a href="/images/tropicos/food.jpg"><img alt="El Patio Patio" src="/images/tropicos/food.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/tropicos/menu.jpg"><img alt="El Patio Patio" src="/images/tropicos/menu.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Whether you're a long time fan of the old Tropicos Breeze or just looking for some good Latin Cuisine, I encourage you to welcome El Patio to the neighborhood!</p>Licton Spring's P-Patch: Bringing Community Together2018-04-11T08:00:00-07:002018-04-11T08:00:00-07:00amandacrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-04-11:/licton-springs-ppatch-2018.html<p>It's officially spring time and with the warmer weather brings sunshine and blooming flowers. Did you know that Licton Springs has a <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/programs-and-services/p-patch-community-gardening/p-patch-list/licton-springs">community p-patch</a> at College Way & North 92nd St?</p>
<h1>What is a P-Patch?</h1>
<p>P-Patch is the name given to community gardens that are managed by the Seattle P-Patch Community …</p><p>It's officially spring time and with the warmer weather brings sunshine and blooming flowers. Did you know that Licton Springs has a <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/programs-and-services/p-patch-community-gardening/p-patch-list/licton-springs">community p-patch</a> at College Way & North 92nd St?</p>
<h1>What is a P-Patch?</h1>
<p>P-Patch is the name given to community gardens that are managed by the Seattle P-Patch Community Gardening Program. The P-Patch program oversees 88 P-Patches over 32 acres throughout the city. Though a P-Patch, neighbors can come together to plan, plant, and grow community. </p>
<h1>What is the history of Licton Spring's P-Patch?</h1>
<p>The Licton Springs P-Patch dates back to 1976 as a student-driven initiative at North Seattle College. While the original community garden ended up as a school parking lot, in 2013 the North Seattle College Sustainability Committee revived the initiative. After over a year of hard work from the community digging up land, building plots, and adding compost, a community garden of 67 plots and 15,000 sq ft was developed in Licton Springs! </p>
<h1>How can I get involved?</h1>
<p>For information about volunteering, events, and general p-patch activities, email <a href="mailto:lictonspringsppatch@gmail.com">lictonspringsppatch@gmail.com</a> or visit the community website at <a href="http://www.lictonspringsppatch.wixsite.com/seattle">www.lictonspringsppatch.wixsite.com/seattle</a>. The next community work party will be on Sunday, 4/15 from 11am to 1pm at the garden. The next leadership meeting will be on the first Wednesday of May (5/2) at 6pm at the OCEE building room 229 on North Seattle College campus. </p>Want to be involved in the Licton Springs Community?2018-04-08T16:57:00-07:002018-04-08T16:57:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-04-08:/new-community-calendar-and-resource.html<p>Want to stay up to date on all the community events and meetings going on in Licton Springs and surrounding areas? There are now a few more ways to do just that:</p>
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<li>Check out the <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">Licton Springs Community Calendar</a>.</li>
<li>Discover all the <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/get-involved.html">Ways to Get Involved</a> including the community groups …</li></ol><p>Want to stay up to date on all the community events and meetings going on in Licton Springs and surrounding areas? There are now a few more ways to do just that:</p>
<ol>
<li>Check out the <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/community-calendar.html">Licton Springs Community Calendar</a>.</li>
<li>Discover all the <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/get-involved.html">Ways to Get Involved</a> including the community groups available to join.</li>
<li>Finally, if you want to <a href="https://lovelicton.com/pages/connect-with-us.html">stay connected</a> to LoveLicton there are many ways including a dedicated <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/lovelicton/">Facebook Group</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lictonsprings/">Instagram</a>, and <a href="/feeds/all.rss.xml">RSS Feed</a>.</li>
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<p>Don't see your event or community group listed? Contact us at: <a href="mailto:lovelicton@gmail.com">lovelicton@gmail.com</a>.</p>
<p>See you around the neighborhood!</p>This small Seattle neighborhood is experiencing big changes.2018-04-05T01:00:00-07:002018-04-05T01:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-04-05:/more-improvements-coming.html<p>Licton Springs is looking to become even more well prepared for the urban demands of being a < 14 minute light rail ride from downtown. It already has relatively high side-walk coverage and population density for the North Seattle area. It is also full of pro-growth and housing community groups - with …</p><p>Licton Springs is looking to become even more well prepared for the urban demands of being a < 14 minute light rail ride from downtown. It already has relatively high side-walk coverage and population density for the North Seattle area. It is also full of pro-growth and housing community groups - with no noticeable Nimby presence. And, with the light rail approaching in a few more years, it appears the community will be well positioned to take on the growth it desires. The neighbourhood has been seeing additional improvements planned and completed at an unprecedented pace. It's hard just to keep track of all the projects going on! To try and make it a bit easier: I've gone ahead and taken inventory of all the projects I'm aware of and mapped them out by location, start time, and end time.</p>
<p><a href="/images/improvements.jpg"><img alt="Sign" src="/images/improvements.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Did I miss anything? If so, please let me know in a comment below.
In any case, we certainly have an exciting few years to look forward to! </p>Hidden in urban Seattle a nearly 100 year old duck oasis lives on2018-03-25T01:00:00-07:002018-03-25T01:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-03-25:/pillings-pond.html<p>As the weather gets nicer - if you find yourself wanting to see some ducks you may think the best place to do so would be Green Lake or one of Seattle's many parks. However, the best place to catch a glimpse of the local duck population in Seattle is right …</p><p>As the weather gets nicer - if you find yourself wanting to see some ducks you may think the best place to do so would be Green Lake or one of Seattle's many parks. However, the best place to catch a glimpse of the local duck population in Seattle is right here in Licton Springs. Located on N 90th St between Densmore and Ashworth Ave N and near the new school: Pilling's Pond remains as a reminder of Chuck Pilling's legacy. This is the spot where he became the first successful breeder of the hooded merganser, bufflehead and harlequin ducks. Here you can still find hundreds of ducks enjoying the pond. While there has been some concern about the future of the pond due to a sale, the new owners have expressed their desire to keep the legacy going and have allowed Dave Kunkle to continue the maintenance of this great North Seattle landmark.</p>
<p>NOTE: You can't enter the pond but can safely view the ducks from behind the wired fence.</p>
<p><a href="/images/pond/sign.jpg"><img alt="Sign" src="/images/pond/sign.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/pond/2.jpg"><img alt="Ducks 2" src="/images/pond/2.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/pond/3.jpg"><img alt="Ducks 3" src="/images/pond/3.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/pond/4.jpg"><img alt="Ducks 4" src="/images/pond/4.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/pond/5.jpg"><img alt="Ducks 5" src="/images/pond/5.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/pond/6.jpg"><img alt="Ducks 6" src="/images/pond/6.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/pond/7.jpg"><img alt="Ducks 7" src="/images/pond/7.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/pond/8.jpg"><img alt="Ducks 8" src="/images/pond/8.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/pond/9.jpg"><img alt="Ducks 9" src="/images/pond/9.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/pond/10.jpg"><img alt="Ducks 10" src="/images/pond/10.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/pond/11.jpg"><img alt="Ducks 11" src="/images/pond/11.jpg"></a></p>
<p>So, as you enjoy this warmer weather, take some time to appreciate Pilling's Pond, its many duck inhabitants, and the legacy of Chuck Pilling. </p>Pedestrian Bridge Updates2018-03-22T01:00:00-07:002018-03-22T01:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-03-22:/pedestrian-bridge-meeting-updates.html<p>I was able to make it to yesterday's meeting at Neighborcare Health to discuss the development of the new pedestrian bridge and wanted to share my main takeaways:</p>
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<p>The college has expressed approval with the new design alleviating concerns that disagreements would lead to no bridge.</p>
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<p>The new design decreases …</p></li></ul><p>I was able to make it to yesterday's meeting at Neighborcare Health to discuss the development of the new pedestrian bridge and wanted to share my main takeaways:</p>
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<p>The college has expressed approval with the new design alleviating concerns that disagreements would lead to no bridge.</p>
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<p>The new design decreases costs and the maximum slope while improving visibility and addressing the concerns of North Seattle College.</p>
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<p>The project has secured all necessary funding contingent on it being complete before the light rail opens.</p>
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<p>It will take 10-15 minutes to walk from the base of the bridge to the entrance of the transit center.</p>
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<p>The bridge will incorporate scenic overlooks and art installation(s).</p>
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<p>There is no bike/pedestrian or direction lane separation planned for the bridge. Instead, users will be expected to utilize the generously wide (16ft) path to follow standard right of way rules. Additionally, visual and tactile cues will be added near mixing areas, transition zones, and overlooks providing helpful cues to bicyclists.</p>
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<p>VIA Architecture expressed pride in their work to create an affordable design that will still be an enjoyable experience to walk over, highlight the beauty inherit on both sides of I5, and act as another North Seattle landmark.</p>
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<p>Talking with Eric from VIA Architecture, I learned that they use VR to verify what a realistic experience of their designs will be once built.</p>
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<p>I also learned about a ton of other exciting things planned for Licton Springs and the surrounding area that will be rolling out over the next few years. Expect a follow-up post with a full overview of all these changes and when we can expect them.</p>A new bridge is set to bring two Seattle neighbourhoods closer together2018-03-14T07:00:00-07:002018-03-14T07:00:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-03-14:/pedestrian-bridge-updates.html<p>Licton Springs is set to feel even more connected to Maple Leaf and the rest of the Northgate area. With the construction of a pedestrian bridge on 100th, you will never have to walk more than 5 minutes North or South to cross over I5 and into Maple Leaf. This …</p><p>Licton Springs is set to feel even more connected to Maple Leaf and the rest of the Northgate area. With the construction of a pedestrian bridge on 100th, you will never have to walk more than 5 minutes North or South to cross over I5 and into Maple Leaf. This bridge is set to complement the existing Northgate Way underpass, 92nd overpass, and nearby 80th overpass directly connecting Licton Springs to the Northgate Transit Station and upcoming light rail:</p>
<p><a href="/images/bridge/i5_routes.jpg"><img alt="Existing routes over I5" src="/images/bridge/i5_routes.jpg"></a></p>
<p>The bridge is proposed to be built at the north end of North Seattle College, giving it a straight path over to the transit center:</p>
<p><a href="/images/bridge/100th.jpg"><img alt="Proposed location" src="/images/bridge/100th.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/bridge/100th_up_close.jpg"><img alt="Proposed location" src="/images/bridge/100th_up_close.jpg"></a></p>
<p>To find out more about the plans for the new pedestrian bridge you can read <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/bridges-stairs-and-other-structures/bridges/northgate-pedestrian-and-bicycle-bridge">Seattle's official overview of the project</a>.
There are also 3 upcoming opportunities to give feedback on the project before construction begins:</p>
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<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/443591789391586/">Mon. 3.19.18, 12-1:30 PM | North Seattle College, The Grove</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/205339450220405/">Tues. 3.20.18, 8-9:30 AM | Aljoya Thornton Place</a></li>
<li>Wed. 3.21.18, 5-6:30 PM | Neighborcare Health at Meridian</li>
</ul>
<p>In related news, at the same time as the bridge will be under construction, it seems likely an improved Northgate Mall will also be underway to welcome us upon completion:</p>
<p><a href="https://www.seattletimes.com/business/real-estate/northgate-mall-readies-huge-overhaul-with-office-and-housing-elements-as-north-seattle-neighborhood-transforms/">Northgate Mall plans huge overhaul with housing, offices as North Seattle transforms</a></p>
<p>It appears exciting times are ahead for Licton Springs and North Seattle!</p>An early preview of Spring in Licton Springs2018-03-12T01:18:00-07:002018-03-12T01:18:00-07:00timothycrosleytag:lovelicton.com,2018-03-12:/an-early-preview-of-spring-in-licton-springs.html<p><a href="/images/spring/entrance.jpg"><img alt="Park Entrance" src="/images/spring/entrance.jpg"></a></p>
<p>In hopefully an early preview of what Spring has to offer this year, Licton Springs Park was a beautiful sight this weekend backdropped by clear
Seattle skies.</p>
<p><a href="/images/spring/play_area.jpg"><img alt="Play Area" src="/images/spring/play_area.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/spring/trees.jpg"><img alt="Trees!" src="/images/spring/trees.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/spring/trail.jpg"><img alt="Trail" src="/images/spring/trail.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/spring/creek.jpg"><img alt="Creek" src="/images/spring/creek.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/spring/hill.jpg"><img alt="Hill" src="/images/spring/hill.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/spring/frisbee.jpg"><img alt="Frisbee" src="/images/spring/frisbee.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/spring/bridge.jpg"><img alt="Bridge" src="/images/spring/bridge.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/spring/bird.jpg"><img alt="Bird" src="/images/spring/bird.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/spring/reaching.jpg"><img alt="Trees Reaching for the Sky" src="/images/spring/reaching.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/spring/sign.jpg"><img alt="Sign" src="/images/spring/sign.jpg"></a></p><p><a href="/images/spring/entrance.jpg"><img alt="Park Entrance" src="/images/spring/entrance.jpg"></a></p>
<p>In hopefully an early preview of what Spring has to offer this year, Licton Springs Park was a beautiful sight this weekend backdropped by clear
Seattle skies.</p>
<p><a href="/images/spring/play_area.jpg"><img alt="Play Area" src="/images/spring/play_area.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/spring/trees.jpg"><img alt="Trees!" src="/images/spring/trees.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/spring/trail.jpg"><img alt="Trail" src="/images/spring/trail.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/spring/creek.jpg"><img alt="Creek" src="/images/spring/creek.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/spring/hill.jpg"><img alt="Hill" src="/images/spring/hill.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/spring/frisbee.jpg"><img alt="Frisbee" src="/images/spring/frisbee.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/spring/bridge.jpg"><img alt="Bridge" src="/images/spring/bridge.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/spring/bird.jpg"><img alt="Bird" src="/images/spring/bird.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/spring/reaching.jpg"><img alt="Trees Reaching for the Sky" src="/images/spring/reaching.jpg"></a>
<a href="/images/spring/sign.jpg"><img alt="Sign" src="/images/spring/sign.jpg"></a></p>