September 2022

No school in Seattle on Monday as negotiations continue

There will be no school in Seattle on Monday as negotiations between Seattle Public Schools and the Seattle Education Association continue. The District released bargaining information to clarify their position. The SEA released a statement as well that expresses their disappointment.

Bargaining Information SPS and SEA for 2022-23 School Year

Seattle Public Schools (SPS) is committed to ensuring a strong, student-focused school year.

As part of this commitment, we are providing updates to the community related to our bargaining process with our professional educators who are represented by the Seattle Education Association (SEA).

District and SEA teams are collaborating over the summer to come to a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA). This process will negotiate a renewal of the SPS educators’ contract for the 2022-23 school year.

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Inside West Seattle; New video channel will explore the personalities of the community

In a partnership with WestsideSeattle.com, Seattle videographer Mark Jaroslaw and his company, Jaroslaw Media are introducing a local video interview show, Inside West Seattle. It's also video channel on YouTube that will feature long form interviews and feature pieces that explore the backgrounds of notable West Seattle people and issues.

The show is hosted by Patrick Robinson, Editor of WestsideSeattle whose experience as a journalist and photographer of more than five decades will inform and illustrate the video content. WestsideSeattle incorporates content from Ballard, White Center, Burien and other points on Seattle's west side and is powered by the archival content from the West Seattle Herald, Ballard News Tribune, and Highline Times. The video progamming however will stay focused on West Seattle.

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Burien's Arts-A-Glow lit up the business district

After a two year hiatus due to the pandemic Burien's Arts-A-Glow was reimagined for 2022. The festival of light for nearly a decade was previously held in Dottie Harper Park on 146th SW and 4th Ave SW but safety issues and business activation led the city and Discover Burien to expand the event to multiple locations around the community.

It appeared to work as the local restaurants were full and people came out after dark, even on a night with lower air quality due to smoke from forest fires blowing in from the east. 

People dressed up in illuminated costumes and enjoyed the imaginative displays put on by artists who used lights, lasers, fabric, water vapor, puppetry, and more to celebrate the night.

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West Seattle Brewing Tapshack party on Alki goes out loud

The roar of a band playing Led Zeppelin music on Alki Beach was the right way to celebrate seven years of business for West Seattle Brewing's Tapshack. 

The business was forced to close since the site is being developed by the landlowner. A process that will take some time. West Seattle Brewing remains open at what they call the "Mothership" on Fauntleroy Way SW.

Owner Drew Locke explained that while Sept. 30 is technically their last day, the party on Sept. 10 was the bar's "Last Hurrah" since they will be moving out equipment and preparing the space for demolition.

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Lead Guitarist Igor Abuladze closes the song with a powerful solo. Photo by Patrick Robinson

 

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Art gets another helping hand: Desmond Hansen restores Chris Cornell painting

After someone with an apparent grudge defaced the mural painting of Chris Cornell on the south wall of Easy Street Record in the junction and one on the signal control box near 35th SW and Alaska Street SW, the public outcry filled social media.

That outrage was matched by the outpouring of appreciation and support for Son Duong and his daughter who came out to repaint (and even improve) on his original work.

Now the restoration (and again an improvement) is complete since well known West Seattle artist Desmond Hansen has restored the signal control box with a new painting.

You can see more of his work on his Facebook page here.

https://www.facebook.com/DesmondHansenArt

 

 

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Speed humps coming to Alki Ave SW this weekend
In-lane pedestrian crosswalk signs also being installed as part of SDOT Vision Zero

Information from Seattle Department of Transportation

Alki Beach is a popular destination for people to take in scenic views, shop, dine, and play. To help create a safer experience for all users, we are installing two speed humps and in-lane pedestrian crosswalk signs on the west end of Alki Ave SW. This is a location where many people cross the street to access the beach and nearby businesses. On the weekend of September 10 - 11, we’ll build the two speed humps and install in-lane crosswalk signs on Alki Ave SW.

Work hours are weekdays from approximately 9 AM to 4 PM and weekends from approximately 9 AM to 5 PM.

If you are traveling in the area, please expect delays, drive safely in work zones, and follow directions from signs and flaggers.

ABOUT THE PROJECT

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Hit and run results in multiple cars damaged and injuries

A multiple vehicle hit and run happened around 8:15 near the intersection of California Ave SW and SW Admiral Way in West Seattle Friday night. At least four cars were damaged. A red sedan struck three vehicles resulting in injuries.The driver of the sedan fled the scene on foot running westbound on Admiral Way. The accident blocked traffic on Calfornia Ave.

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SDOT- High bridge repair: Closed the last bridge deck access points; preparing the corridor for reopening

Information from Seattle Department of Transportation

 

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A graphic of the West Seattle Bridge showing which sections are complete and which are under construction. The completed sections include carbon-fiber wrapping and epoxy injections, tightening the post-tensioning steel cables throughout the bridge, and restoring the bridge deck by closing off all access points to the inside of the bridge. Under construction is demobilizing the worksite and maintenance items like building inspection platforms and paving the bridge surface.

 

 

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