HTNA Goal Pleasant Neighborhood
From Highland Terrace Neighborhood
Sustain A Pleasant Neighborhood
- Keep your home and property in good repair.
- Contact the Shoreline Customer Response Team at (206) 801-2700 for quality of life concerns. You can call 24 hours a day with a problem or question you want the City to address.
Yard, Garden, Plant and Creature knowledge, understanding and Care
www.puyallup.wsu.edu/plantclinic
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What do you think is necessary to maintain a Pleasant Neighborhood in which to live?
Transportation system improvements such as additional sidewalks, signal coordination and road maintenance.
Economic development—supporting local businesses and attracting new businesses. Providing convenient locations for essential human needs for house and home.
Senior and volunteer services and coordination.
New Code Enforcement Regulations for the City of Shoreline:
In response to community feedback, the Shoreline City Council made improvements to the Code Enforcement Program a priority in its 2004-2005 Work Plan. Council followed through by adopting new and enhanced regulations to the City‘s Code Enforcement Program on Sept. 12, 2005.
The adopted changes were based on community input at a public workshop and include Shoreline’s first Property Maintenance Code establishing minimum standards for the upkeep of buildings and property.
The following new and enhanced regulations went into effect Sept. 20, 2005:
Right-of-way
Abandoned and junk vehicles may not be parked on right-of-way, whether paved or unpaved. The definition of junk vehicle and unauthorized vehicle was tightened by:
- Adding language that requires vehicles to display current registration tabs.
- Prohibiting vehicles from being used for human habitation (sleeping and/or living in vehicles).
- Prohibiting re-parking a vehicle within the same block to avoid the 24-hour limit of parking on the right-of-way.
Garbage on residential property
- Residential garbage must be removed at least every two weeks; previously no removal was required if garbage was in a container.
Parking for single family houses and duplexes
- Parking or storage of vehicles outside a building or carport shall not exceed six, excluding a maximum of any two boats, recreational vehicles or trailers. Inoperable vehicles are prohibited outside.
New Property Maintenance Code
The code applies to all existing residential and non-residential structures.
Exterior property standards include:
- Yards maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary condition.
- All premises graded and maintained to prevent soil erosion.
- All structures and exterior property kept free from rodent infestation.
- Inoperative or unlicensed motor vehicles, recreation vehicles and boats are prohibited.
Exterior structures standards include:
- All exterior surfaces maintained in good condition i.e., siding in good repair, roof in good condition, chimneys and other masonry safely maintained and graffiti prohibited.
- No cracks or breaks in foundation and exterior walls.
- Roofs and drains maintained to keep water out of structures.
- Windows, skylights and doors kept weather tight and in good working condition.
If a complaint was previously filed on a property that is now in violation due to the new Code regulations, the property owner will be issued a warning and the process will begin anew.
For more information about the City’s Code Enforcement Program, the new regulations or to report a possible code violation, contact: Shoreline’s Customer Response Team at (206) 546-1700 or Shoreline Code Enforcement Officer Kristie Anderson (206) 546-0783.
Also check the Shoreline City Website for other information.
HTNA ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
Our neighborhood is what it looks like. So if you have an idea for a project to improve the safety and pleasantness of the Highland Terrace Neighborhood please contact Rika Cecil, address below.
Environmental Mini-Grants
Program Overview:
In December 2006, the Shoreline City Council allocated funds to implement an Environmental Mini-Grant program to help meet Council Goal #6 to create an environmentally sustainable community. The intent of Council Goal #6 is to provide management and stewardship of natural resources and environmental assets to preserve, restore, and enhance their value for the present and future generations.
Grants up to $5,000 per application will be awarded to individuals, community groups, and business owners on a first-come, first-served basis for projects on private or public property which provide a public benefit to the community. Private property projects must demonstrate a measurable and mutual benefit to the environment and the community. Projects that make a tangible change on the ground, benefiting the community directly, will receive a higher rating. A higher rating will also be given to requests that include an active partnership with a neighborhood association, school, business, or other organization. Matching funds, a matching grant award from another organization, or volunteer hours are required for 20% of eligible project expenses.
On an annual basis, the City will award four projects that address surface water quality and/or quantity issues, and three that improve the general environmental quality of life in the community (including education). Individual and group applicants are eligible for only one award per year. Projects are to be completed during the calendar year that funds are awarded.
Program Goals
• Increase personal awareness and individual responsibility for the stewardship of natural resources and the environment. • Create partnerships among community groups, businesses and the City that promote a sustainable community environment in Shoreline. • Implement local projects that contribute to regional initiatives that enhance and protect the environment.
Proposal Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated primarily on the following criteria:
1. Create an environmentally sustainable community. To meet this criteria, proposals should address management and stewardship of natural resources and environmental assets to preserve, restore, and enhance their value for the present and future generations. Examples include: • Improve energy efficiency • Reduce solid waste • Maximize recycling and reuse of resources • Educate the public, professional associations, schools, business and/or industry about best management practices and personal stewardship of Shoreline’s natural resources.
2. Climate protection agreement/Kyoto protocol. To meet this criteria, proposals must address methods of addressing climate change, global warming or the Kyoto protocol. Examples include: • Reduce dependence on fossil fuels. • Accelerate development of clean, economical energy resources and fuel efficient technologies such as waste to energy, wind and solar energy, and conservation programs. • Plant trees to increase shading and absorb CO2. • Educate the public, schools, professional associations, business and/or industry about reducing global warming pollution and simple, cost-effective changes that can be implemented.
3. Surface water quality. To meet this criteria, proposals must provide a water quality benefit, such as the following: • Provide flood protection from stormwater impacts. • Protect water quality. • Preserve stream habitat for aquatic species. • Educate and develop a stewardship ethic in the public, businesses and/or schools.
4. Land use policy. To meet this criteria, proposals shall address environmentally-related elements of the City’s Comprehensive Plan or other land use policies of the City. Examples include: • Restore habitat. • Provide protection for local streams, wetlands, steep slopes, and fish and wildlife habitat areas. • Educate the public, businesses and schools.
Grant Process 1. Complete an Idea Proposal form and submit it to the Environmental Programs Coordinator. Within two weeks of receipt of the Proposal, you will be notified if your project is feasible.
2. If the project is feasible, complete the Environmental Mini-Grant Application, if your Proposal is feasible. Start tracking volunteer hours committed to the project, including time spent to complete the application.
3. Return the completed Application to the Shoreline City Hall in person or mail it to the address below no later than June 30 of the current year.
Environmental Programs Coordinator City of Shoreline 17544 Midvale Avenue N, Suite 100 Shoreline, WA 98133
The Application must contain a complete explanation of the project, including scope of work, timeline for completion, match source(s), and any necessary permits or authorizations required to complete the project.
4. During the month after the application is received, the Public Works Department’s Evaluation Team will review the proposal, collect any additional information needed, and evaluate the project.
5. The City will notify the applicant in writing whether or not an award has been made.
6. After approval of a Mini-Grant project by the City, the Environmental Programs Coordinator will provide the Mini-Grant Project Coordinator more detailed information regarding the payment of providers and vendors.
7. Applicants proposing Mini-Grant projects that present risk to the applicant or the City will be required to obtain liability insurance. The City Attorney will review Mini-Grant proposals to determine whether liability insurance will be required.
If you have any questions, please contact Rika Cecil, Environmental Programs Coordinator, at (206) 546-0460 or rcecil@ci.shoreline.wa.us
Forms •Idea Proposal •Application
Contact Call (206) 801-2700 and ask for Environmental Programs Coordinator Rika Cecil
Shoreline City Hall 17544 Midvale Ave. N Shoreline, WA 98133-4921 (206) 801-2700
Residents Rate Shoreline a Great Place to Live
Residents Rate Shoreline a Great Place to Live
According to Shoreline’s 2006 Citizen Satisfaction Survey, 92% of the 500 people who responded said Shoreline was an excellent or good place to live, up from 87% in 2004. Residents also rated feelings of safety, quality of City services, communications and City parks high.
“The 2006 results were consistent with our findings in the 2004 survey, indicating that for the most part the City is on the right track,” says Shoreline City Manager Bob Olander. “These results are one tool we use to determine where to focus in the coming years to better meet community needs. By comparing the results to the 2004 survey, we can identify trends that need to be addressed.”
Shoreline City Council reviewed the results of the latest survey at its Dec. 4 meeting and much of it was good news. Residents reported increased satisfaction with the value they get from City taxes, customer service, street maintenance and stormwater control systems.
In November, over 2,500 surveys were sent to Shoreline residents asking for their opinions on topics such as services and facilities, public safety, customer service, communications, City leadership, quality of life in Shoreline, City finances and transportation. The goal – which was met – was to have 500 completed surveys. The results of this statistically valid survey have a 4.4% margin of error.
The survey also asked residents to rank what areas should receive the most emphasis in the next two years. The top City services chosen for emphasis were flow of traffic and congestion, street maintenance and quality of police services.
Some of the highlights from the 2006 survey are:
92% of the people responding feel that Shoreline is a good or excellent place to live (up from 87% in 2004) and 90% feel that Shoreline is a good or excellent place to raise children (up from 86% in 2004). 50% of residents feel they receive good or excellent value from City taxes, significantly higher than the 35% in 2004. Residents are significantly more satisfied with street maintenance (62% in 2006, up from 54% in 2004) and stormwater management systems (62% in 2006, up from 55% in 2004). Of the 41% of people who contacted the City of Shoreline, 80% said it was easy to contact the person they needed to reach, 89% said staff was courteous and polite and 79% said they received prompt and complete answers to their questions. Respondents said they received their information about City issues, services and events from the City newsletter, “Currents” (90% in 2006, up from 78% in 2004), City Parks and Recreation Guide (54% - not rated in 2004), newspaper (47%, down from 57% in 2004), television news (24%, down from 32% in 2004), City cable channel (25%, up from 14% in 2004), City Web site (21%, up from 11% in 2004) and neighborhood association involvement (11% - not rated in 2004). Multiple answers were possible. Residents are also significantly more satisfied with most aspects of City communications including the quality of Currents, the website and programming on the cable channel. The survey presentation is available below. The complete findings report is available to review at local libraries and at City Hall in the City Clerk’s Office, 17544 Midvale Avenue N.
For more information about the 2006 City of Shoreline Citizen Satisfaction Survey, contact Communications and Intergovernmental Relations Director Bob Beem at (206) 546-0779.
