On Feb. 23 and March 2 from 1 to 4 pm, some Highland Park Neighbors are having their final two work parties associated with a Small Sparks grant on Feb 23rd and March 2nd if anyone wants to join the fun at 14th and Kenyon. The “Kenyon Street Right-Of-Way Beautification Project” received a $1000 grant from the City of Seattle/DepartmentContinue reading “Volunteer Opportunity at Kenyon trail between 14th and 15th”
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West Seattle Transportation Coalition
The West Seattle Transportation Coalition is a Peninsula-wide organization working to address transportation and mobility issues for Seattle’s largest constituency. Representing more than 100,000 people living and working in the 10 square mile area between the Duwamish River and Puget Sound, these community leaders, advocates, business owners, and residents are working to address transportation andContinue reading “West Seattle Transportation Coalition”
Utility Discount Program and Project Share
As winter approaches, the heat’s kicking on, and the utility bills start to creep up- ahhh! The Utility Discount Program is an income-qualified program that can help you reduce your electric bill, and also save on other utilities like water, sewer, and garbage. You may be eligible, check it out here. The Utility Discount Program alsoContinue reading “Utility Discount Program and Project Share”
HPAC’s Official Comment for City Light’s Public Hearing on Surplus Properties
We submitted an official comment on the Surplus Properties that we felt reflected the sentiment felt at our September meeting: We would like to request a re-zone of the Dumar site (16th and Holden) from residential to NC1-30 to match the other corner properties’ zoning before it is sold. This would not only help City Light earn more moneyContinue reading “HPAC’s Official Comment for City Light’s Public Hearing on Surplus Properties”
Surplus City Light Properties Discussion at HPAC
Seattle City Light has some surplus properties in our neighborhood that they are considering selling and are seeking public comment on the idea. More information can be found on Seattle City Light’s surplus properties website. We asked them to come discuss these properties with us at last night’s HPAC meeting. We also asked Seattle Parks to comment on them: they are not interested in these propertiesContinue reading “Surplus City Light Properties Discussion at HPAC”
Announcements and Notes from September HPAC meeting
Our Parks: West Crest / West Seattle Reservoir Park will begin construction in late winter, scheduled to be finished by summer of 2014. There are still some decisions being made about re-using and moving the existing play equipment, and we will be informed when those decisions have been made. We received a NPSF grant toContinue reading “Announcements and Notes from September HPAC meeting”
September 25th HPAC meeting
The agenda is getting packed for our SEPTEMBER HPAC MEETING on the 25th at 7pm. We will have several guests: David Barber from Seattle City Light speaking about their two surplus properties in our neighborhood and seeking our input. More info on this website, addresses in question are 8820 9th ave SW (near 9th and Henderson) and 1605 SW Holden (acrossContinue reading “September 25th HPAC meeting”
Seattle Night Out is Tuesday, August 6th
The City of Seattle will be celebrating the 29th Annual Night Out Against Crime on August 6th this year. Last year, 1,366 events were registered to participate- registration is open now on this website. Register now to have your street closed for a block party! The event is a unique opportunity to bring your neighbors together,Continue reading “Seattle Night Out is Tuesday, August 6th”
Free Trees for your Yard!
We hear a lot about people wanting more trees in Highland Park- now’s your opportunity to get some for free! The Trees for Neighborhoods program helps Seattle residents plant trees around their homes. Participants in the program receive up to 4 free trees , watering bags, and training on proper planting and care. The application for TreesContinue reading “Free Trees for your Yard!”
June HPAC cancelled for Greenway Meeting July 9th
Our regularly scheduled HPAC meeting will not be happening in June, because SDOT will be hosting a Neighborhood Greenway Meeting instead that we encourage everyone to come to. If you are at all interested in having a Greenway come through Highland Park, and would like a say in which street the route is on- now’s your chance,Continue reading “June HPAC cancelled for Greenway Meeting July 9th”
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