March 6, 2012
Work Party this Saturday
Hello Friends and Neighbors,
Please meet us at 10:00 AM on March 10th at the entrance next to the Salmon Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant.
12550 Shorewood Drive Southwest
Burien, WA 98146-2428
We have a wonderful selection of native plants from the King Conservation District bare root sale. We will have enough to begin planting along the creek past the Sewer Treatment Plant fence!
As always, no need to sign up. Just join the party at 10 AM. Please call or email me if you have questions.
FYI, These work parties are sponsored by Shorewood on the Sound Community Club, City of Burien and the Environmental Science Center.
Jean Spohn
Volunteer Steward of Shorewood Park and Salmon Creek Ravine
jeanspohn@comcast.net
206-200-7524
March 4, 2012
Tyler vs. Coyotes
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Coyote sighting. Scott
was just out walking our big dog Tyler in front of our house on Shorewood Dr
when a coyote came out from the Raines lot. Tyler puffed up and told her off
when a second larger coyote came strolling out into the street. At this point
Scott decided it would be best to come in and Tyler is just proud as punch
downstairs. He feels like he is 18 again we are sure. Want you all to keep
your women and children inside (aka small pets). Let's be safe out there!
-Holly Martin
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February 1, 2012
Work Parties on the Calendar
Greetings Friends and Neighbors,
After three months of ‘vacation’ from scheduling community work parties, I have the privilege to tell you about two work parties that are on the calendar:
Shorewood Park on Feb. 11th – to remove those English ivy shoots and continue pushing the big stands out of the park. Also, we have had lots of branches fall – great mulch except those that are covering our new native plantings, so we can artistically replace those. And I will have some baby native conifer trees to plant.
Salmon Creek Ravine on March 10th – The City has generously ordered (and paid for) a wonderful selection of native plants from the King Conservation District bare root sale. We will have enough to begin planting along the creek past the Sewer Treatment Plant fence!
As always, no need to sign up. Just join the party at 10AM. Please call or email me if you have questions.
FYI, These work parties are sponsored by Shorewood on the Sound Community Club, City of Burien and the Environmental Science Center.
Jean Spohn
Volunteer Steward of Shorewood Park and Salmon Creek Ravine
January 19, 2012
Sledders vs. Blogger
Two SOT sledders faced slick conditions
and a near miss with the "camera crew"!
and a near miss with the "camera crew"!
January 17, 2012
Found KEYS
This from SOTS neighbors Betsy Smith and Cindy Braunheim..
A set of keys was found on the wood chip pile in front of our house at 12144 Shorewood Dr. SW.
Perhaps left by someone walking their dog? Call (206) 420-188 to identify and claim!
A set of keys was found on the wood chip pile in front of our house at 12144 Shorewood Dr. SW.
Perhaps left by someone walking their dog? Call (206) 420-188 to identify and claim!
January 16, 2012
SOTS in the SNOW!
Thanks to Teresa Goethe for the beautiful neighborhood photos!
Send your SOTS snow photos to the BLOG, and we will post them!
December 24, 2011
MERRY CHRISTMAS SOTS!
The SOTS Bloggers would like to wish a very Merry Christmas to all of our wonderful neighbors.
Please keep sending us your ideas and neighborhood news.
From our house to yours, blessings to all of you!
The Crockett Family
Mariah, Hannah, Matt, Salvador, Lynne and Elli
December 21, 2011
And the Winners Are.....
Shorewood
Christmas Decorating Contest Winners
There are many great displays in our neighborhood again this
year, making it harder than ever to choose our contest winners. This
year’s winners are:
Grand Prize goes to Mike & Kathy Ellis of 12827 Shorecrest
Dr SW
Runner-Up goes to John & Luzma Woods of 12731 Shorewood
Pl SW
Highest Wattage goes to Eric & Jennifer Moe at 12805
Shorewood Dr SW.
Most Original goes to Brian & Helen Hughes of 12243
Marine View Dr SW. Their inspiration came from Kevin and April
Sunderland, next door, who also have a great display.
GRAND PRIZE WINNER!
December 20, 2011
Mangy Marauder
One of our SOTS neighbors reports..."I have spotted a coyote in our yard several times now in the last two weeks. It is very mangy and missing hair on its tail. He is in the yards above the community beach, along Standring Ct. SW. Seems either sick or old. Please keep your small pets in."
November 20, 2011
Another Suspicious Neighborhood Incident
This event took place on Saturday evening, and was shared by one of our SOTS neighbors. Please continue to be on high alert, and send stories such as these to the BLOG.
" I just had two young African American men knocking on my door at about 9:40 pm asking for directions to 509. I gave them the directions. When they left, I realized that I didn't see a car, and that they went the opposite direction (the direction into the community). I wonder if you guys can let the neighbors know about this. Thanks."
Thank you for sharing your information with the BLOG. This is potentially a very dangerous situation.
November 15, 2011
Neighbor Comments on Door to Door Sales
"Please tell folks that door to door selling is not allowed in Burien, period. They can leave material on your doorstep so you can call them, but they may not knock on your door to engage you in conversation. This prohibits people from knocking to find out if someone is home. If this happens, call the police immediately. This would include all businesses who sell door to door. It is not allowed for the safety of the homeowner.
The only organization who can engage you at your door is a non-profit , and the representative must have identification."
The only organization who can engage you at your door is a non-profit , and the representative must have identification."
More comments on neighborhood theft....
Reports now are that 5 SOTS homes were broken into yesterday.
This from one of our neighbors....
"Police have warned that there is a group working certain areas of Burien. They may pose as salesmen, ring your bell and ask if you are interested in having your windows replaced, or some other type of home repair. They may or may not have bogus business cards or other information, but they are essentially staking out the neighborhood to find out who is home and who isn't. If someone rings your doorbell that you feel might not be on the up and up, don't hesitate to call the sheriff's department. Also, if you spot a red Dodge Charger with red rims and black trim, get the plate number and call the Sheriff's department.
This from one of our neighbors....
"Police have warned that there is a group working certain areas of Burien. They may pose as salesmen, ring your bell and ask if you are interested in having your windows replaced, or some other type of home repair. They may or may not have bogus business cards or other information, but they are essentially staking out the neighborhood to find out who is home and who isn't. If someone rings your doorbell that you feel might not be on the up and up, don't hesitate to call the sheriff's department. Also, if you spot a red Dodge Charger with red rims and black trim, get the plate number and call the Sheriff's department.
Please be on the alert and spread the word!"
November 14, 2011
Neighborhood Alert!!
Today 3 SOTS homes were burglarized.
Here are the details of one break-in:
Two dark skinned males in their 20's were seen knocking on the front door of the home. When no one answered they went around back and broke the glass paneled back door to gain entrance. Thankfully an alert neighbor was watching, and immediately called the police. Upon arrival the police found a backpack loaded with items that the robbers had dropped while making a quick get away. Items included electronics and jewelry.
Earlier in the day a newer Red Dodge Charger was seen slowly driving up and down the street, and at some points parking and waiting. At this point it is unknown as to whether this vehicle is related to the break ins, but several neighbors did notice it, and found it suspicious.
All neighbors should stay alert and call the police if you see anything suspicious at all. Please report things of this nature to the SOTS blog, so we are all informed and reminded to take extra precautions.
Here are the details of one break-in:
Two dark skinned males in their 20's were seen knocking on the front door of the home. When no one answered they went around back and broke the glass paneled back door to gain entrance. Thankfully an alert neighbor was watching, and immediately called the police. Upon arrival the police found a backpack loaded with items that the robbers had dropped while making a quick get away. Items included electronics and jewelry.
Earlier in the day a newer Red Dodge Charger was seen slowly driving up and down the street, and at some points parking and waiting. At this point it is unknown as to whether this vehicle is related to the break ins, but several neighbors did notice it, and found it suspicious.
All neighbors should stay alert and call the police if you see anything suspicious at all. Please report things of this nature to the SOTS blog, so we are all informed and reminded to take extra precautions.
October 21, 2011
Shorewood Candidate Night October 25th
Shorewood Community Candidate Night
Tuesday, October 25th, 2011.
The time will be 6:30 to 9:00 PM
This event is sponsored by the Shorewood on the Sound Community Club.
The location is Shorewood Elementary School
2725 S.W. 116th
Burien, WA 98146
206.433.2326
For additional information contact Joe Cail at 206.242.6315.
The format is as follows:
1. Each contested position will have a 15 minute allocated time block.
2. Candidates will have a two minute opening statement.
3. The remaining time will be open questions from the audience to the 15 minute time allotment.
4. Candidates will have two minutes to respond to each question.
5. There will be a one minute rebuttal, if needed.
6. There will be an optional 30 minutes of additional time at the end to discuss issues further with audience members.
Schedule
6:30-7:00 P.M Meet the Candidates
7:00-7:15 P.M. Southwest Suburban Sewer District
Commissioner Position 1
Scott Hilsen
Dan Johnson
7:15-7:30 Highline School District No. 401
Director District No. 1
Tyrone Curry Sr.
Sili Savusa
7:30-7:45 Port of Seattle
Commissioner Position 2
Richard Pope
Gael Tarleton
7:45-8:00 Commissioner Position 5
Bill Bryant
Dean Willard
8:00-8:15 City of Burien
Council Position 2
Greg Duff
Lucy Krakowiak
8:15-8:30 Council Position 4
Bob Edgar
Gordon Shaw
8:30-8:45 Council Position No. 6
Jerry Robison
Debi Wagner
8:45-9:00 Audience Interaction
Tuesday, October 25th, 2011.
The time will be 6:30 to 9:00 PM
This event is sponsored by the Shorewood on the Sound Community Club.
The location is Shorewood Elementary School
2725 S.W. 116th
Burien, WA 98146
206.433.2326
For additional information contact Joe Cail at 206.242.6315.
The format is as follows:
1. Each contested position will have a 15 minute allocated time block.
2. Candidates will have a two minute opening statement.
3. The remaining time will be open questions from the audience to the 15 minute time allotment.
4. Candidates will have two minutes to respond to each question.
5. There will be a one minute rebuttal, if needed.
6. There will be an optional 30 minutes of additional time at the end to discuss issues further with audience members.
Schedule
6:30-7:00 P.M Meet the Candidates
7:00-7:15 P.M. Southwest Suburban Sewer District
Commissioner Position 1
Scott Hilsen
Dan Johnson
7:15-7:30 Highline School District No. 401
Director District No. 1
Tyrone Curry Sr.
Sili Savusa
7:30-7:45 Port of Seattle
Commissioner Position 2
Richard Pope
Gael Tarleton
7:45-8:00 Commissioner Position 5
Bill Bryant
Dean Willard
8:00-8:15 City of Burien
Council Position 2
Greg Duff
Lucy Krakowiak
8:15-8:30 Council Position 4
Bob Edgar
Gordon Shaw
8:30-8:45 Council Position No. 6
Jerry Robison
Debi Wagner
8:45-9:00 Audience Interaction
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