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Inslee announces appointment to Chelan County Superior Court Judge from Kent

January 29, 2018 by NWFacts Leave a Comment

Gov. Jay Inslee today announced the appointment of Robert B.C. McSeveney to the Chelan County Superior Court. He replaces Judge T.W. “Chip” Small, who is retiring after more than 26 years on the bench.

McSeveney is currently a pro tem judge in the Chelan and Okanogan County District Courts.

For more than 17 years, McSeveney served as a municipal court judge in Kent. Over nine of those years, he also acted as a pro tem judge in King County Superior Court.

Following McSeveney’s career at the Kent Municipal Court, the Obama Administration appointed him in 2011 as a United States immigration judge in San Diego, where he served for over five years. While there, he presided over a first-of-its-kind immigration mental health court.

He began his career in law enforcement as a police officer in Bellevue where he later served as the city’s deputy prosecuting attorney, an assistant city attorney and a public defender.

“Bob has decades of judicial experience that encompass the gamut of legal issues,” Inslee said. “I am confident that during this period of transition at the Chelan County Superior Court, Bob’s lengthy judicial and law enforcement experience will be especially valuable. I look forward to what he will bring to the bench and to those who appear before it.”

McSeveney received his law degree from the University of Puget Sound and a bachelor’s degree from Seattle University.

His appointment is effective February 2018.

Filed Under: News, Northwest, Politics

Regional leaders come together to craft community plan to prevent homelessness

January 29, 2018 by NWFacts Leave a Comment

Mayor Nancy Backus

King County Executive Dow Constantine, Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan, and Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus announced the membership of One Table – a high-level work group with an aggressive timeline for developing community action steps to confront the root causes of homelessness. The inaugural meeting of One Table will take place on Monday, Jan. 22.

“To truly get the upper hand on homelessness, we must be more focused on preventing people from becoming homeless in the first place,” said Executive Constantine. “With One Table, we are convening regional leaders who can help find the answers and unite the community to take on the many root causes of this crisis.”

“The One Table task force was designed to create a regional, coordinated approach and holistic response to our homelessness crisis,” said Mayor Durkan. “To tackle this challenge, we need everyone at the table and pulling in the same direction. The One Table initiative is an incredible opportunity to best tackle this problem to ensure expansive and lasting solutions. I look forward to receiving the task force’s recommendations for unified, holistic action and strategies to address this urgent issue.”

“The convening of the One Table task force is a critical piece in addressing the homelessness crisis facing our region,” said Mayor Backus. “By calling together experts and leaders from every sector of our community, we will be able to share ideas and proven solutions that we can draw on collectively. I look forward to the opportunity to work together to create a strategic path forward in addressing this challenge.”

Filed Under: Featured Stories, Front Page Slider, News, Northwest, Politics

Greetings from Olympia

January 29, 2018 by NWFacts Leave a Comment

The 2018 session began last week. Washington works on a two-year legislative cycle. The primary purpose of even-year “short” sessions is to make supplemental changes to the state’s biennial operating, capital, and transportation budgets. They also help address pressing issues left undone during the previous year’s long session.

Optimism dominates the mood this session, which is scheduled to end March 8. This fall, Senate Democrats regained a slim one-vote majority through a special election, and the House still holds an equally tight Democratic majority. This means many progressive policies previously passed by the House only to “die” in the Senate are now being resurrected and discussed in earnest in the Senate for the first time in several years. A few are already moving quickly through both chambers.

Most notably, Thursday night the Legislature passed the Capital Budget. The passage of this bipartisan budget was stalled for months because Senate Republicans linked it to a separate and contentious rural well water policy issue (known as the Hirst decision).  Not only did this mark the first time in the state’s history that the Legislature adjourned after its long session without a Capital Budget, it also delayed several crucial construction projects by almost a year, costing thousands of family wage jobs and causing us to lose an entire construction season.

Overall, the Capital Budget will pump $4.2 billion into Washington’s economy.  That’s money for affordable housing, mental health, colleges and universities, clean energy, hike and bike trails . . . it’s a good budget that puts people first.  Here in the 43rd district, we’ll be investing more than $200 million in everything from expanded capacity at the Country Doc Community Clinic to $150 million in improvements on the UW campus.

Filed Under: Featured Stories, Front Page Slider, News, Northwest, Politics

Help feed salmon at Carkeek Park with the Carkeek Watershed

January 29, 2018 by NWFacts Leave a Comment

There are 30,000 Chum salmon eggs incubating at Carkeek Park right now, and another 35,000 salmon fry will be arriving on January 16! Carkeek Watershed salmon program is in need of volunteers, and lots of them, to help feed these very small salmon.

Support our local ecosystem and help restore wild salmon runs to Carkeek Park! The Carkeek Watershed is in need of volunteers who can offer a once-a-week commitment of 30-45 minutes from January to May to feed the salmon. Volunteers will need to take a 90-minute training; however, no particular experience is necessary. Friends and family are welcome to join you during your volunteer shift. See this link for a basic rundown of what your volunteer duties would entail: carkeekwatershed.org/fish-feeding-procedures/.

For more information or to sign up to volunteer, contact the Carkeek Watershed at or 206-235-7431.

Filed Under: Community, Community News, Food, Front Page Slider, Health

Volunteers needed to advise on development plans for Seattle Children’s Hospital

January 29, 2018 by NWFacts Leave a Comment

Here’s your chance to advise the City on the development plans of Seattle Children’s Hospital. Seattle Department of Neighborhoods is seeking interested community members from surrounding neighborhoods to participate on the Seattle Children’s Hospital Standing Advisory Committee (SAC). This committee provides feedback on projects planned and under development by the hospital to ensure it complies with its Master Plan. The Master Plan describes zoning rules, long range planning of the property, and transportation planning.

Community members who have experience in neighborhood organizing and issues, land use and zoning, architecture or landscape architecture, economic development, building development, educational services, or just an interest in their neighborhood’s future are encouraged to apply.

The committee meets in the evenings at the Seattle Children’s Hospital campus one to four times a year. Committee members serve a two-year renewable term. If you are interested in serving on this committee, send a letter of interest by either e-mail or regular mail by Tuesday, January 30 to:

Maureen Sheehan

E-mail:

Mailing Address:
Seattle Department of Neighborhoods
P.O. Box 94649
Seattle, WA 98124-4649

For more information contact , Seattle Department of Neighborhoods, at 206-684-0302.

Filed Under: Featured Stories, Health, LifeStyle

Youth Employment SYEP Internships

January 29, 2018 by NWFacts Leave a Comment

HSD’s Seattle Youth Employment Program (SYEP) provides internship opportunities for youth and young adults in our community—with a focus on young people from lower-income households, and communities that experience racial, social, and economic disparities. By promoting work readiness and strengthening career development, SYEP helps to prepare and support youth and young adults for real world jobs by providing them with opportunities to develop the skills necessary to be competitive in the job market.

SYEP Internships

Important Dates & Information

Applications close:     February 16, 2018

Internships start:       July 11, 2018

Internships end:        August 21, 2018

Eligibility

  • City of Seattle resident
  • Ages 16 to 24
  • Demonstrated ability to be responsible, determined and committed
  • Completion of designated job readiness trainings and orientations
  • Low-income (based on 2017 HUD Income Guidelines

Due to the limited number of internships, applications will be offered based on a lottery and placements in job are not guaranteed. Apply online using a smart phone, desktop computer, laptops, or tablets. NO paper applications will be accepted.

Apply Now!
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Refer a Young Person to SYEP

If you are interested in recommending a youth or young adult to the Seattle Youth Employment Program, please contact us at (206) 386-1375.

Become an Employer!

If your company or organization would like to hire a young person through the Seattle Youth Employment Program, please email or call (206) 386-1375.

Filed Under: Business, Classifieds, Community, Community News, Featured Stories, Front Page Slider, LifeStyle, News, Northwest

Waste-Free Communities Matching Grant

January 28, 2018 by NWFacts Leave a Comment

Seattle Public Utilities is now accepting applications for matching grants for community projects focused on waste prevention. Waste prevention means creating less waste by buying and using less, using reusable items, and sharing or donating items so others can use them. When we prevent waste, we help the environment, protect public health, build community, and save money.

Grant program objectives:

  • Support community leadership and innovation around waste prevention
  • Increase community access to waste prevention opportunities
  • Reduce the amount of materials going to waste in Seattle

Funding:

  • There is a total fund of $100,000 to award for the 2018-19 grant cycle.
  • Grant requests may range from $2,000 to $15,000.

Schedule

Application deadline – February 23, 2018
Notice of decisions – April 2018
Contracts with City signed – By July 2018
Work begins – Summer or Fall 2018
Work completed within 12 months of the project start date

Who should apply

  • Nonprofits
  • Community & neighborhood groups
  • Businesses
  • Schools, colleges & universities
  • Institutions (such as health care or housing)
  • Faith-based organizations
  • Youth and children’s programs
  • Individuals age 18 or over

Filed Under: Community, Community News, Featured Stories, Front Page Slider, News, Northwest, Politics

$5.5 million available from Equitable Development Initiative fund

January 28, 2018 by NWFacts Leave a Comment

Community-based organizations working in Seattle on anti-displacement strategies and economic development opportunities are encouraged to apply to the City of Seattle’s Equitable Development Initiative (EDI) fund by March 5. In this round of funding, a total of $5.5 million will be available for capacity building, property acquisition, and capital expenses for community-based projects in high displacement risk neighborhoods.

The EDI fund, administered by the Office of Planning and Community Development(OPCD), was created to respond to the needs of marginalized populations, reduce disparities, and support access to opportunity in healthy, vibrant communities. The initiative was championed by community organizations concerned about displacement pressures and historical lack of investment that has occurred in communities of color in Seattle.

“We are looking forward to working with projects that decrease the risk of displacement and increase access to opportunity,” said Sam Assefa, OPCD Director. “Our aim is to improve racial equity and create a city in which everyone can thrive regardless of race or means. We will support community projects that are doing valuable work to address systemic racism and the institutional barriers that exist for communities of color.”

OPCD will evaluate applications based on their ability to positively impact several equity drivers, including:

  • Promoting economic opportunity through education and job training, and enhancing community cultural anchors.
  • Helping marginalized populations, businesses, and community organizations stay in their neighborhoods.
  • Enhancing health outcomes, access to healthy, culturally relevant food, and supporting safe environments.

Successful applicants will demonstrate a deep relationship with the community they are seeking to serve and feature an inclusive community process, with community members serving in their organizational leadership.

OPCD, Office of Economic Development, Office of Housing , Department of Neighborhoods, and other City departments coordinate the administration of the EDI fund. An interim advisory board helps guide the EDI and provides feedback on funding decisions.

EDI funds, which may be grants or loans, are intended to complement existing funding sources and address gaps identified by communities in the existing resources available to them. Engagement with partner organizations will involve a multi-year process of building capacity, developing a project, and overseeing implementation and reporting.

The current funding round is making available $5.5 million for up to seven qualifying organizations.  Approximately $1 million will be awarded to support capacity-building efforts over a two-year period and $4.5 million will be available to projects for predevelopment, property acquisition, and capital expenses.

OPCD strongly encourages pre-application meetings and will accept requests for meetings until Feb. 14, 2018. Applications are due March 5, 2018. Final contracts with successful applicants are expected to be completed by June 2018.

The EDI fund was established with $16 million from the sale of the Civic Square property adjacent to Seattle City Hall. The fund also receives $430,000 in annual funding from the federal Community Development Block Grant. Seattle’s new program to tax short-term rentals will provide another $5 million in ongoing annual revenues beginning in 2019.

Filed Under: Community, Community News, Featured Stories, Front Page Slider, News, Northwest, Politics

SEATTLE UNITED FOR IMMIGRANTS AND REFUGEES FREE CITIZENSHIP ASSISTANCE

January 28, 2018 by NWFacts Leave a Comment

Our volunteer attorneys and experts can help you with your citizenship application! 

OTHER IMMIGRATION QUESTIONS? Volunteer immigration attorneys will offer free legal consultations from 10 AM to 2 PM. WALK-INS ONLY.

OTRAS PREGUNTAS DE INMIGRACION? No hay que registrar, simplemente ven entre las 10AM y las 2PM.

For more information and help getting prepared, call (206) 386-9090 or visit www.newcitizencampaign.org.

Schedule:

8:30 AM – Special Early Entry – call (206) 386-9090 to learn about Early Entry

10:00 AM to 2:00 PM – Regular Entry and Eventbrite Registration Open

2:00 PM – Entry and Registration Closes

Event remains open until 6pm or until all registered participants are served.

FAQ

  1. If I am not ready or interested in citizenship services, but I want to speak to an immigration attorney, can I do so?

Yes. Volunteer immigration attorneys will offer free legal consultations from 10 AM to 2 PM. You do NOT need to register in advance for immigration consultations.

  1. Are there identification or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

For citizenship application assistance, you must be at least 18-years-old and have your Green Card or other proof of legal permanent resident status to enter. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Citizenship applicants must have 5 years of residency (green card) or 3 years of residency if married to a U.S. citizen

For immigration consultations there is no ID or age requirement. Please bring ALL your immigration documents with you.

  1. What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Parking is available at the Mercer Street Garage (300 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109) across the street from Exhibition Hall.

  1. What should I bring to the event?

Citizenship applicants should bring the following:

  • Your Permanent Resident Card (Green Card)
  • Your most recent tax return and W-2 forms
  • Your current and all expired passports
  • All documents you have about your immigration record
  • Your home addresses, employment/school history, and dates of any travel outside the U.S. for the last 5 years
  • Filing fee – $725. You do not need to bring the filing fee to the event. In order to check your eligibility for a fee waiver, you must bring the following: Proof of DSHS public benefits such as your award letter, or Proof of your income: 2017 Tax Returns and recent paystubs
  • If you have ever been arrested, detained, or appeared in court, copies of your court and police documents (even for traffic tickets)

For a complete list of what to bring, visit www.newcitizencampaign.org/apply/documents/

  1. Where can I call if I have questions about the event?

For questions about the event, please call (206) 386-9090.

  1. Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Yes, please bring your printed ticket with you. You may also show us your ticket confirmation on your phone.

If you are unable to sign up in advance, we will have walk in slots available.

Filed Under: Community, Community News, Featured Stories, Front Page Slider, News, Northwest, Politics

Seattle Parks and Recreation launches 2018 Major Projects Challenge Fund; Applications due March 2018

January 28, 2018 by NWFacts Leave a Comment

Does your community group have a proposal on how to renovate, expand, or upgrade a Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) facility or park? The Major Projects Challenge Fund (MPCF), which is a Seattle Park District funding initiative, will provide a funding match to a community-initiated “major project” that is not otherwise covered by an identified SPR funding source. The MPCF will provide up to $1.6 million per year as a match to a significant improvement or expansion at an existing SPR park or facility.

To apply for the funding match, any community group may submit a four-page proposal letter that outlines their project and funding needs. Application letters are due on March 30, 2018. SPR encourages community groups that have a project and matching dollars to apply for funding from the 2018 MPCF. The application process will prioritize community-initiated projects that have a “parks and recreation” mission, encourage public access, leverage non-City funds, and are on SPR property and/or an SPR-owned facility. Click here to view complete 2018 funding criteria.

The City is often asked to provide financial support to capital development or improvement projects that focus on parks and recreation, for which there is little or no City finding available, and interested communities don’t have enough funding to cover the total cost of the project. This MPCF will provide City funding to leverage community-generated funding for projects that expand the life and usability of a park or facility by providing opportunities for more people to use the facility.

“Great projects and needed studies came from the 2016 round of the Major Projects Challenge Fund,” said Christopher Williams, Seattle Parks and Recreation Deputy Superintendent. “This funding initiative provides an avenue for us to partner with community groups to expand and improve our park and recreation facilities. We want to be responsive to the needs of the community today, improve access for everyone and build a strong Seattle Parks and Recreation for future generations.”

A portion of the funding will be allocated to assist diverse communities and organizations that lack resources for a match. Groups that are unable to identify any match should contact David Graves at or 206-684-7048. Mr. Graves can assist groups with the funding process and help identify funding source(s) for submitting the application.

For more information and a list of projects that received funding in 2016 visit http://www.seattle.gov/seattle-park-district/projects/building-for-the-future.  For additional questions contact David Graves, Strategic Advisor at or 206-684-7048.

Filed Under: Business, Community, Community News, Featured Stories, Front Page Slider, News, Northwest, Politics

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