News/Events

Flooding Season is Here - Be Prepared!
With heavy rain in the forecast today and tomorrow - Seattle Public Utilities is is urging residents to familiarize themselves with a wide range of emergency resources—including tips on preventing and responding to floods, bad weather driving recommendations, landslide prevention advice, and information on emergency food and shelters. More resources and tips available here:www.govlink.org/storm/.  Addtionally, SPU supports the "Adopt a Drain" program—a great way residents can hep prevent flooding in their neighborhoods.  For more information, visit www.seattle.gov/util/adoptadrain

Belltown  Public Safety Meeting - Nov 12, 6:00 p.m.
The Belltown Community Council meeting will be on Public Safety with updates from the West Precinct and the Seattle Narcotics squad on their efforts in Belltown. This meeting is in a NEW LOCATION due to the expected turnout. Seattle Labor Temple, 2800 1st Ave., Main Hall, 6:00 p.m. For more information contact Zander Batchelder, ZanderB@aol.com.
Viaduct Update at the Downtown District Council Meeting on Nov. 13
Interested in learning about the proposed viaduct alternatives now that we are getting closer to a recommended alternative? Join the Downtown District Council on Thursday, November 13 at 8:30 a.m. for a Viaduct process update. Location is the Securities Bldg, 1904 Third Ave., 2nd Floor Conference room. For more information, contact Sara Wysocki, sara.wysocki@seattle.gov

Mayor seeks candidates for pedestrian advisory board
To apply, submit your résumé and a letter of interest by Friday, Nov. 14, 2008.  More information here: http://www.seattle.gov/spab/. In keeping with the City's "Paper Cuts" program, electronic submissions are preferred. E-mail your letter and résumé to brian.dougherty@seattle.gov.
International Special Review District Board Election
The 2008 International Special Review District Board will be holding its special election for two open positions on Tuesday, November 18, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Bush Asia Hotel (basement conference room),  409 Maynard Ave. S.  For more info, contact Rebecca Frestedt, rebecca.frestedt@seattle.gov, or go to www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/preservation/id.htm for notices in English and Chinese.
 
Please take the Center City Parks Survey!
Seattle Parks and Recreation needs your feedback! Tell us what you think about the downtown parks and how to ensure that the Parks department is providing the kind of programming the community wants!
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=DUiTe_2bR0vfSwlS6GM4s5Ug_3d_3d
2009-2010 Proposed City Budget
Details regarding the City's budget and the Council's approval process are all online. http://www.seattle.gov/council/committees/budget_comm.htm
Seattle Center Winterfest Starts Nov. 28
Winterfest is a rich and varied five-week festival that transforms Seattle Center campus into a winter wonderland filled with music, laughter, excitement and whimsy. For more info, visit: http://seattlecenter.com/programs/detail.asp?EV_EventNum=60
Waste Free Holidays!
Give an experience instead of "stuff" and reduce your garbage this holiday season through Waste Free Holidays. For more info, vicit www.wastefreeholidays.com

Upcoming Meetings  

Belltown Community Council  - Wednesday, November 12, 6:00 p.m.
@ Bell Tower at 2215 First Avenue in the First Floor Community Room. For more info, contact Zander Batchelder, zanderb@aol.com
Pioneer Square Preservation Board Meetings (1st & 3rd Wednesdays), November 19, 9:00 a.m.
@ L280 City Hall, 400 4th Ave. For more info, contact Genna Nashem, Genna.Nashem@seattle.gov

Downtown District Council - Thursday, November 13, 8:30 a.m.
@ 2nd Floor Conference Room, Securities Bldg., 1904 3rd Ave. For more info, contact Sara Wysocki, sara.wysocki@seattle.gov
Chinatown/ID BIA Board Meeting - Friday, November 14, 9:00 a.m.
@ Bush Asia Meeting Room (Basement of the Bush Hotel), 409 Maynard Ave. South. For more info, contact Maribeth Ellis, maribeth@cidbia.org

Pioneer Square Community Association Public Safety Committee - November 13, 3:30 p.m.
@ the Frye Apartments Community Room, 223 Yesler Way. For more info contact Lisa Dixon, lisa@pioneersquare.org 

Belltown Business Association - Wednesday, November 19, 11:30 - 1:00  p.m.
@ Dahlia Lounge, 2001 4th Ave. For more information, contact Pamela Anderson at panderson@bannerbank.com
 
Pioneer Square Community Association Public Spaces Committee - Thursday, November 20, 2:00 p.m.
@ PSCA office, 201 Yesler. For more info contact Lisa Dixon, lisa@pioneersquare.org.

International District Special Review Board Meetings (2nd & 4th Tuesdays), - November 25, 4:30 p.m.
@ Bush Asia Hotel, Basement Community Room, 409 S. Maynard,. For more info contact Rebecca Frestedt, rebecca.frestedt@seattle.gov

Denny Triangle Neigbhorhood Association - Tuesday, November 18, 3:00 p.m.
@ Tower Building, 1809 7th Ave (7th & Olive), 4th Floor Conference Room. For more info contact Lyn Krizanich, lkrizanich@cliseproperties.com        

If you have questions about any of the information in this newsletter, please feel free to contact Sara Wysocki  at 206.233.8560