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Transportation Committee 9/30/2008
Agenda Items: Seattle Bicycle Advisory Board, streetcar network, Commute Trip Reduction Plan, Pedestrian and Cyclist Mobility. |
 Mayor's Proposed 2009-2010 Budget 9/29/2008
Mayor Greg Nickels has unveiled his 2009-2010 proposed biennial budget that includes a $9 million initiative to prevent youth violence, an expansion of food programs and housing for the homeless, and 42 new patrol officers. |
Council Briefing 9/29/2008
Agenda Items: Preview of Today's Council Actions, Councilmember and Committee Reports. |
West Seattle Clean and Green
Mayor Nickels recently strolled the streets of West Seattle as part "Clean and Green Seattle", a program designed to connect neighbors to help out the environment and make our communities more inviting for everyone to use. Join him has he chats with neighborhood residents, and helps them plant trees, sweep streets and remove graffiti. |
 City Inside/Out: Assisted Suicide 9/26/2008
This week's City Inside/Out takes an in-depth look at Initiative 1000, which would allow mentally competent, terminally ill adults who have a life expectancy of 6 months or less to obtain and self-administer lethal medication. Till now, only Oregon has a law that allows assisted suicide. In 1991, a similar initiative failed in WA. Is this initiative a humane way to die with dignity, or does it discriminate against the less-fortunate and promote euthanasia? We take a look at both sides of this controversial debate and meet some individuals who have a personal stake in its outcome. |
 Seattle News NOW 9/26/2008
This week on Seattle News NOW; is there a better way to spend our transportation dollars? One Councilmember wants to find out. Plus, private business could be coming to a public park and relief could soon be felt on over crowded buses. Those stories and more on this edition of Seattle News NOW.
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 CityStream: Camp Korey/JP Patches
On this edition of CityStream, we head to a camp designed to make all kids feel, just like kids. How Camp Korey is putting a smile on campers with special needs. And, he has put smiles on kids faces for generations, now Seattle icon JP Patches gets a fitting tribute. Plus, Lowell Deo heads to Wallingford for his Neighborhood News segment. Finally, we'll find out what makes Baby Legs an award-winning company. Those stories and more on this episode of CityStream hosted by Lowell Deo. |
 The Local Music Show at New York's Bowery Ballroom
The Local Music Show travels to NYC! Join host John Richards as he meets up with touring Seattle musician Sera Cahoone at New York's Bowery Ballroom and plays videos from Sera and Throw Me the Statue. |
 Art Zone in Studio with Nancy Guppy
We’ve really got it going on this week, people! You’ll love our terrific piece on artist extraordinaire, Amy O’Neal; The Saint Helens Quartet is gonna rip up the studio, ( in a classical music sort-of-way); We’ll bring you highlights from Hazard Factories 2008 “Power Tool Race and Derby” extravaganza; And Robert “CrazyMan” Horton will talk your ears off about movies! All that, plus a weekly calendar of fun stuff that’ll have you grabbin’ for the car keys and runnin’ out the door! |
 Front Row: Nora Chipaumire’s "Chimurenga"
Presented by the Central District Forum for the Arts, Nora Chipaumire’s solo contemporary dance performance, Chimurenga (meaning “struggle” in the Shona language) is a trilogy that describes the personal as well as the collective trauma of surviving war/revolution in Zimbabwe. Her work is inspired by art from her native country such as Shona sculpture and chimurenga music - art that results from the often violent convergence of rural, urban, African, non-African, cultural, economic, colonial and technological ideas. A visionary African contemporary dance artist, her work speaks to the human condition with power, authority, and urgency. |
 2008 Mayor's Small Business Awards: 8 Limbs Yoga
Anne Phyfe Palmer opened her dream business of a yoga studio in 1996, bringing together her longtime passions for physical movement, personal growth and community into one practice. 8 Limbs now flourishes in three Seattle locations, and offers affordable, flowing, movement-oriented yoga with an inclusive attitude and flexible class schedule. Anne describes her work culture as "very relaxed, but also organized, consistent and well-managed," crediting much of her success to her team of excellent managers and advisors. With core values of inclusiveness, personal growth, wellness, sustainability and strong community, 8 Limbs offers personal growth for students, teachers and staff in a nurturing environment, while interacting with the broader community through innovative outreach and support. www.8limbsyoga.com Capitol Hill, Wedgwood and West Seattle. |
 2008 Mayor's Small Business Awards: Animal Critical Care
Veterinarians Jean Maixner and Beth Davidow founded ACCES in 2001, responding to the need for a Seattle-based 24/7 facility for animal emergency, critical care and specialty medicine. This rapidly expanding woman-owned business credits both its staff and its community for its referral-based success, partnering with City and County animal shelters, a national network of veterinarians and local business organizations. Actively involved in the community, employees are considered a valued resource and are nurtured with excellent training, competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Serving about 8,000-9,000 animals annually, ACCES strives to provide compassionate, ethical and quality care to its patients using progressive medical knowledge and sound judgment. ACCES has earned a 5-star energy rating for its efforts to conserve resources, participates in community clean-up activities, and has found creative ways to reduce its carbon footprint. 11536 Lake City Way NE www.criticalcarevets.com |
 2008 Mayor's Small Business Awards: Arab Film Distribution
John Sinno began AFD / Typecast Films in 1990 with only five films in its library - films that charmed Seattle audiences at local film festivals and highlighted a profound enthusiasm for this yet-undiscovered niche of world cinema. Now a national film distributor, AFD still supports local businesses, staying connected with Seattle festival roots and audiences. Due to a steadily increasing interest in Arab culture, new works - exploring current events and the developing chasm between the Middle East and the West, as well as cultural commonalities - are continually acquired. Offering its catalog of highly artistic and educational films to theaters, universities, colleges, museums and media arts centers, AFD has put Seattle on the map as the capital of Middle Eastern Cinema outside the Middle East! The company's six employees are film aficionados and fellow collaborators, encouraged to innovate and put creative energy and ideas into their work. 3131 Western Avenue, Suite 514 www.arabfilm.com / www.typecastfilms.com Belltown/Lower Queen Anne |
 2008 Mayor's Small Business Awards: BabyLegs
"Mom'preneur" and former extreme snowboarder Nicole Donnelly forged BabyLegs, LLC out of a need to warm her daughter's legs while diaper free to allow bad rashes to heal. Nicole fashioned her first pair of BabyLegs from some snowboarding sox to fit her toddler, Sara. After numerous inquiries from other moms, she began selling her invention out of a diaper bag. A true "rash to riches" story, BabyLegs products are now available in over 50 countries. Nicole credits her exceptional team for working together to achieve recognition among professional peers, trade journals, and families around the world. Employees enjoy a flexible work schedule and health care, profit sharing and stipends for educational growth. The company donates sponsorship, time and product to support a range of community efforts benefiting women and children both locally and globally. 6333 1st Ave South www.babylegs.com Georgetown |
 2008 Mayor's Small Business Awards: Compendium
"Live inspired" is this motto off Dan Zadra and Kobi Yamada, and this philosophy permeates the culture of Compendium, creators and distributors of a fresh, design-rich line of inspiring gift products, now sold in thousands of specialty retail gift stores worldwide. Committed to "inspire, educate, motivate and celebrate the world we love and live in," Compendium employees strive to set an example of hope, passion, and creativity in their products and programs, making a difference for clients, customers and community. Deeply committed to environmental stewardship through business practices and financial contributions, sustainability is a value held dearly at Compendium. This Fremont-based company grows through open communication, trust and togetherness, and believes in the power of great ideas. 600 N. 36th Street, Ste 400 Fremont www.Live-Inspired.com |
 2008 Mayor's Small Business Awards: glassybaby
glassybaby founder Lee Rhodes grew her business out of her own personal healing experience in Seattle. Her products - small, colored glass cups, candleholders or vases - "give warmth to a cold day, a calm token of peace in the busy world." Customers gain serenity, beauty and meaning from glassybaby products - a visit to the glassybaby website blog offers readers a moving and inspiring experience provided by appreciative clients. Lee's successful business supports a growing list of cancer causes and conservation, and its core values are to give generously in both cash and product. Glassybaby is a home-grown business, supporting local artisans with competitive wages and benefits, with sustainable business practices. 3406 East Union Street www.glassybaby.com |
 2008 Mayor's Small Business Awards: GP Cosmetology
Inspired by her vision of a Beauty School that empowers and trains students for successful careers while giving back to the community, Gwendolyn Chambliss launched the GP Institute of Cosmetology in the Rainier Valley in 2005. What makes this school unique is the emphasis on "life" skills -listening, understanding and communicating with people - skills offered beyond the basic training required for certification in Cosmetology. Gwendolyn's focus on her students' success (100% pass and placement rate for all graduated students), as well as serving her community (free services once a month at the Community Center, as well as haircuts provided for the homeless men of Farestart) has earned her business an excellent reputation, flourishing on word of mouth promotion. Her dream to open several salons to support her graduating students will no doubt move her thriving career forward. 3401 Rainier Ave South Seattle www.GPIofCosmetology.com |
 2008 Mayor's Small Business Awards: KOBO
Described as a "form of urban archaeology" by owners Binko Chiong-Bisbee and architect John Bisbee, KOBO at Higo is a shop, gallery space and meeting place in the International District designed to showcase and exhibit Japanese craftsmanship and design. The building's restoration, accomplished by a dedicated "hands-on" community group, contributes to the revitalization of Japantown and perpetuates a collection of treasures and artifacts of cultural and historic significance. KOBO partners with non-profit organizations to attract business by offering its space for exhibits, gallery talks, musical events, book readings and Japantown events. Its resources include the strong, unique community that participates in its programs. Employees have a strong interest in Japanese arts and culture, and form an integral part of a team that shares ideas about efficiently running and promoting the business including the use of sustainable building practices. 604 S. Jackson Street Seattle www.koboseattle.com |
 2008 Mayor's Small Business Awards: Macrina Bakery
Customers of Macrina Bakery & Cafe experience soul-satisfying flavors infused with that "baked with love from Mom" feel. Entrepreneur Leslie Mackie feels proud to be a part of "slowing down people's lives." The Café provides a warm place for people to take a seat, enjoy a meal, and indulge in a good conversation "while the world just flies on by outside." But behind the scenes is a well-planned, award-winning, environmentally conscious business that strives to provide an affordable luxury while paying attention to quality and a commitment to its staff. Employees receive generous health benefits. A member of the Seattle Climate Partnership, Macrina is in the process of building the only LEED certified bakery in the Pacific Northwest, located in SODO, and something to feel really good about. 1943 1st Ave South www.macrinabakery.com SODO, Belltown, Queen Anne (& Vashon Island) |
 2008 Mayor's Small Business Awards: VAIN
Whether helping people express their personal style through creative hair design, or serving the community through events, fundraisers and art shows on its premises, VAIN, located in downtown Seattle and Ballard, has flourished despite economic challenges. Entrepreneur Victoria Thomas Gentry has forged VAIN beyond the scope of a hair salon to include a boutique, community space, and gallery supporting local artisans. In the words of one of her 48 devoted employees, "Every time I see someone leaving our salon looking like a million bucks, or a local artist's first solo show, or total strangers supporting our community efforts, it reinforces that a business doesn't have to be big to make a big impact. It can be small and still be strong. It can celebrate an individual and still appeal to the masses. It can drive great growth and success as a result. It can be VAIN." 2018 1st Ave www.VAIN.com Downtown |
Mayor's Press Conference: Customer Service 9/24/2008
Seattle residents now have a Customer Bill of Rights to help with doing business with the City of Seattle. Mayor Greg Nickels says the long-term goal is for providing one phone number to call for all city services. The Mayor's customer service initiative will be posted in community centers, neighborhood service centers, library branches and City of Seattle office buildings.
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Joint Culture, Civil Rights, Health and Personnel and Planning, Land Use and Neigborhoods Committee 9/24/2008
Agenda Items: Commission Member Appointments, Cultural Overlay District Advisory Committee (CODAC) Recommendations, Washington State Department of Health Report on Duwamish Valley Seattle Air, International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Local 117 Admissions unit. |
Planning, Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee 9/24/2008
Agenda Items: Workforce Housing Incentive Program, rezone land in the West Dravus commercial area, Seattle Comprehensive Plan, Leona/Park Ridge Apartments, Surplus Allen School/Phinney Neighborhood Center. |
Planning, Land Use & Neighborhoods Committee
Councilmember Sally J. Clark, Chair of the Planning, Land Use & Neighborhoods Committee, makes an effort to take her committee out of City Hall and into the neighborhoods once a quarter. “What Did You Do On Your Summer Vacation?” is a community meeting to hear from students themselves, highlighting current summer and after-school programs run by the City of Seattle that keep youth engaged, safe, off the streets and in school. In addition, the Seattle School District will present the Southeast Schools Initiative designed to improve academic achievement in the classroom. Student success, both in and after school, is intrinsically linked to making neighborhoods vibrant, safe and great places to be. |
 City Inside/Out: Council Edition September 2008
This month's episode of Council Edition features Nick Licata, Tim Burgess and Council President Richard Conlin. They join host C.R. Douglas to talk about Seattle topics including the current controversial issue of development at Magnuson Park, a new jail, green bag fees and more. |
2008 Mayor's Small Business Awards 9/11/2008
Mayor Greg Nickels announces 2008's ten Mayor's Small Business Awards winners at a celebration at Town Hall. "Small businesses are the economic engines that employ local people and provide services throughout our city - small business owners are my heros," said Mayor Nickels. "Our local businesses provide the unique character that makes Seattle such a great place to live." Every year, ten small businesses in Seattle receive special recognition for their accomplishments through the Mayor's Small Business Awards presented by Wells Fargo. 2008 marks the 24th year of the Mayor's Small Business Awards program. |
Parks and Seattle Center Committee 9/23/2008
Agenda Items: Sand Point Overlay District, Building 11 at Magnuson Park, Building 27 at Warren G. Magnuson Park, Regional History Museum in the former Naval Reserve Building at Lake Union Park, High Point Neighborhood Center. |
Environment, Emergency Management and Utilities Committee 9/23/2008
Agenda Items: Human Services Agencies Business Planning, Tree Protection Legislation, drainage services, solid waste taxation, Water Fund Revenue Stabilization Subfund, rates and charges for solid waste service. |
Council Briefing 9/22/2008
Agenda Items: Annual Briefing by Office of Arts and Cultural Affairs and the Seattle Art Commission, Fauntleroy Way S.W. Development Proposals, Use of funds from Seattle Sonics Settlement. |
Full Council 9/22/2008
Agenda Items: sidewalk cafes, fees for prostitution-
related offenses, Power agreements, Redevelopment of Magnolia's Fort Lawton, neighborhood plans, taxicab security cameras, King County Mental Illness and Drug Dependency Funds, Seattle's 2007 LTGO bonds. |
Planning, Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee Public Hearing 9/22/2008
The Seattle City Council held a public hearing to receive testimony on proposed legislation regarding the size and bulk of single family homes and Seattle's Comprehensive Plan amendments currently before
the Council’s Planning, Land Use & Neighborhoods Committee. |
Bank on Seattle Launch Event
The launching of a new initiative to urge people who are "unbanked" to find out about low-cost checking or savings accounts and other financial services. More than 20 local financial institutions are participating in this initiative. |
 City Inside/Out: Governor's Race
In a special one hour edition, this week's City Inside/Out takes an in-depth look at the 2008 race for Governor of Washington state. In 2004, Chris Gregoire (D) won the governorship by 133 votes after the ballots were counted 3 times and the case went to court. Flash forward 4 years, and Dino Rossi (R) is challenging the incumbent in a rematch that is getting costly and heated. We join the candidates on the campaign trail and C.R. Douglas sits down with each of them for a critical look at what each hopes to accomplish in the next 4 years. |
 Seattle News NOW
This week on Seattle News NOW; the green bag fee issue will head to the polls; more affordable housing could soon be coming on the Seattle market; and residents love their farmers markets, find out who ranked the Emerald City number one for fresh local fruits and veggies. All of these stories and more on this episode of Seattle News NOW. |
Washington Coalition for Open Government 9/19/2008
The Washington Coalition for Open Government presents Jolene Unsoeld and Kris Passey the James Madison Award at a breakfast presentation. Unsoeld is a former member of the Washington State legislature and United State House of Representatives. Kris Passey is a founding member of WCOG and a strong voice for government openness and accountability for decades in Washington state. Keynote speaker for the event is David Horsey, award winning political cartoonist for the Seattle Post Intelligencer. |
Housing and Economic Development Committee 9/18/2008
Adopting and approving an application for surplus federal property at Fort Lawton, including a Redevelopment Plan, and authorizing the City of Seattle Office of Housing to forward the application to the United States Department of Defense and the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development in anticipation of the closure of the Fort Lawton Army Reserve Center. |
Parks and Seattle Center Committee 9/18/2008
Agenda Items: Official Land Use Map, Sand Point Overlay District, Building 11 at Magnuson Park, Building 27 at Warren G. Magnuson Park. |
Finance and Budget Committee 9/18/2008
Agenda Items: Seattle Climate Action Now Program Subfund, taxicab digital security camera equipment, 2007 LTGO bonds, municipal light and power revenue bonds, Cumulative Reserve Subfund, Columbia City Business Improvement Area. |
 CityStream: Ballard Farmer's Market
On a delicious edition of CityStream ... Find out how Northwest family farms are feeding our organic food boom! Then, he gets paid for doing this? Cameron Wong researches tricks of the trade for great bar-b-que. Plus, it's a fabulous gourmet lunch, but you'll have to catch up with it! And a "rising" star of the baking business shares her secret ingredient ... heart! All this and more on this edition of CityStream hosted by Cameron Wong from the Ballard Farmers Market. |
 Big Night Out: September 2008
Don't miss the classic variety show's thrills and spills! Here comes the Big Night Out September edition, featuring: Brazilian Martial arts from Grupo Capoeira Males, Classic Vaudevillian Professor Hokum W. Jeebs , Foot stompin wunderkinds Just Fiddlin Around, Victor Benedetti from Black Box Opera, Jo Miller and a preview of Book It Repertory Theaters Even Cowgirls Get the Blues, Poetry Slam Champion Roseanne McAleese, plus real-life audience danger with Fame or Shame. Kevin's irrepressible monologue and the house band of wonder The Cheese Factor! |
 Art Zone in Studio with Nancy Guppy
We're going pedal to the metal on AZIS this week! Join us for a look at what's happening in the local theatre scene with Kathy Hsieh ... A visit with the great and powerful choreographer and dancer Wade Madsen ... A behind-the-scenes peek at Circus Contraption's "Cabaret Hot! Hot! Hot!" ... And musical highlights from the Top Pot donut-eating contest featuring the awesome sounds of The Saturday Knights! |
HistoryLink.org 10 year celebration
HistoryLink.org celebrates 10 years of making history in Seattle, King County and Wasington State. National Book Award winner and New York Times columnist Tim Egan gives a presentation. |
 Front Row: Wayne Horvitz
Bassist Geoff Harper and drummer Eric Eagle join maverick composer and pianist Wayne Horvitz, whose music has been described as "...sonic experiment gone horribly right" by Guitar Player magazine. For more information about the Seattle Presents and City Hall noon concerts, go to: www.seattle.gov/arts/ |
 Mayor's Press Conference: Live Music Incentives 9/17/2008
Seattle Mayor Greg Nickels announces new steps to grow Seattle's live music scene. |
Housing And Economic Development Committee 9/17/2008
Agenda Items: Housing Levy Oversight Committee, Brownfields Economic Development Initiative grant, 2009-2012 Consolidated Plan, Foreclosure Prevention Program Report. |
Energy and Technology Committee 9/17/2008
Agenda Items: Citizens' Telecommunications and Technology Advisory Board, easements for overhead and underground electrical rights, Power Purchase and Sale Contract for the Lucky Peak Power Plant Project, power marketing services with ACES Power Marketing, LLC, Bonneville Power Administration, Pontius Fourt Addition. |
Seattle Public Schools Board Meeting Part 1 of 2 9/17/2008
A meeting of the Seattle Public School Board. Part 1 of 2
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Seattle Public Schools Board Meeting Part 2 of 2 9/17/2008
A meeting of the Seattle Public School Board. Part 2 of 2 |
Public Safety, Human Services and Education Committee 9/16/2008
Agenda Items: Siting Fire Station 20, King County Mental Illness and Drug Dependency Funds, mandatory fees for prostitution-related offenses, public hearings, crime trends in North Precinct. |
 American Podium: Madeleine Albright
Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright offers a wide-ranging set of recommendations to the prospective winner of the 2008 presidential election. In "Memo to the President Elect: How We Can Restore America's Reputation and Leadership", Albright addresses the major world conflicts and offers her thoughts on how to restore the country's reputation and avoid the pitfalls that have plagued earlier presidents. Much more than a set of policy prescriptions, Albright blends lessons from the past with forward-looking suggestions about how to select a first-rate foreign policy team, how to ensure that decisions, once carefully made, are successfully implemented, and how to employ the full range of tools available to a president to persuade other countries to support U.S. objectives. Making full use of her experience as an adviser to two presidents and as a key figure in four presidential transitions, Albright addresses all the major world conflicts that are sure to be paramount over the next four years at the White House. Top on her list are our confrontation with terror, Iraq, the Middle East, the control of nuclear weapons, the rise of Asia, emerging threats to democracy, and the management of U.S. relations with troublesome leaders, including Iran's President Mahomoud Ahmadinejad, Venezuela's Hugo Chavez and North Korea's Kim Jong-Il. Presented by the Town Hall Center for Civic Life with University Book Store. |
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