The proposal includes things like a multi-use bike and pedestrian path, a new “pocket beach” on the south end of the waterfront, habitat enhancements and artificial reefs for fish and other sea life, and soil stabilization with jet grouting (as opposed to shafts drilled into the ground).
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April 19, 2012January 6, 2023Councilmember Licata
Councilmember Licata’s favorite Seattle Center memory
Councilmember Nick Licata has been to the Seattle Center many, many times. When asked about his favorite memory of the center, he was quick to answer—complete with visuals. Watch Councilmember Licata describe the annual event he co-founded and who benefited. Give Peace a Dance, A 24-Hour Dance Marathon
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April 18, 2012January 6, 2023Councilmember Licata
Highlights of the West Seattle Chamber Annual Awards Program
Starting the morning out on Alki is always a great beginning to the day.
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April 18, 2012January 6, 2023Councilmember Godden
Councilmember Godden’s Seattle Center fondest memory
Councilmember Jean Godden was closely associated with the 1962 World’s Fair. So closely, in fact, she’s in the official Century 21 coloring book. Watch as Councilmember Godden describes her fond memories of the event and exhibits that put Seattle on the map. Councilmember Godden’s personal historical perspective: The primary architect for the fair was Seattle’s...
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April 18, 2012January 6, 2023Councilmember Rasmussen
You’re Invited to a Groundbreaking Event!
In Spring 2014 the First Hill Streetcar will be operational and connecting thousands of riders daily to the places they live, work and socialize.
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April 17, 2012January 6, 2023Councilmember Licata
UP #321 Social Media and Urban Politics
I wonder how many of you remember receiving my first e-newsletter, Urban Politics (UP) #01, back in 1996? It addressed transferring the Freeway Park garage to the Washington State Convention and Trade Center. In 1996, one would start their modem, wait 30 seconds to log on, check email, perhaps spend a few minutes chatting with an AOL buddy. One could browse, but there was no YouTube, Huffington Post or Wikipedia. There was no FaceBook, Twitter or Google Search to browse to. There was no such thing as a blog.
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April 17, 2012January 6, 2023Councilmember Burgess
Could You Survive Extreme Senior Management Turnover?
Consider whether any business or nonprofit organization could survive if, in a six year period, they racked up senior management turnover statistics like the following: 4 different Chief Executive Officers 4 different Chief Division Officers 5 different Chief Financial Officers...
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April 16, 2012January 6, 2023Councilmember Licata
ONE Against Extreme Poverty
Recently, I was asked to be interviewed for a public policy video aimed at President Obama and other world leaders ahead of next month's G8 Summit. The message? US foreign aid investments are working and extreme poverty needs to remain on the global agenda.
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April 16, 2012January 6, 2023Councilmember Burgess
Councilmember Burgess’ Seattle Center memory
Councilmember Tim Burgess lived in the Capitol Hill neighborhood during the 1962 Century 21 Exposition and traveled by bicycle with his friends to go to the celebration. Watch his story to find out how they avoided the entrance fee along with his other memories of the Seattle Center. Historical perspective: From Seattle Municipal Archives: In...
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April 16, 2012January 6, 2023Councilmember Rasmussen
Metro Transit Open House Tonight
KIRO TV.com SEATTLE Metro Transit is holding an open house Monday night to announce the largest service change ever proposed. The overhaul, which is the result of public input, means major changes for bus riders. Some of the changes include new rapid ride lines that will connect Ballard and West Seattle to downtown. More than [...]