***Week’s Wrap Up***
Good afternoon and Happy Friday! Here’s what is going on around the city:
Transportation Benefit District Projects and Funding Survey
- The results from the Transportation Benefit District Projects and Funding Survey are in! There were 740 completed surveys from residents and almost 82% of survey responders supported the idea of funding a TBD to qualify for matching funds for transportation improvement projects. Head to the City's website to read the news release for more information about the survey results and the link to the full list of results https://www.lakestevenswa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=584
Parks and Recreation
- In the not-too-distant future, Marysville’s Bayview Trail will extend nearly another five miles south to 8th St NE in Lake Stevens. Trail users and residents of both communities are invited to help shape the development of that trail connector by participating in a short survey.
- The questionnaire takes 5-10 minutes to complete; visit the news release for more information and link to the survey: https://www.lakestevenswa.gov/.../052022-Public-invited...
- As the warm weather approaches and the parks see increased patrons the schedule for restrooms has been updated. Park restrooms will be open from 6 am to 8 pm each day. From time to time the permanent restrooms will need to be closed for maintenance or repair. Portable restrooms will be available for use when permanent restrooms are closed.
- On Saturday, June 4th, the Lake Stevens Arts and Parks Foundation will host the Lakeside Band and Choir Festival. The festival will have about 150 student performers from Cavelero Mid High and Lake Stevens High School. The event will start at 10 am at the Mill, and ensembles will be scheduled to perform throughout out the day. It is open to the public, so anyone can enjoy the music! https://www.lakestevenswa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=581
- On Sunday, June 26th , 9 am – 4 pm, bring friends and family to enjoy a fun-filled day of health and wellness-themed entertainment and activities at North Cove Park. The event will showcase local dance and martial arts studios, local fitness professionals, health and wellness vendor booths, guest speakers, food and merchandise vendors, and several participant events like a fun run and pushup contest. https://www.lakestevenswa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=582
Human Resources
- Recruitment is now open for the following position:
o Code Enforcement Officer: The Code Enforcement Officer performs research and site inspections to investigate possible violations or compliance issues of land-use, building, housing, utility, environmental, health, safety, and nuisance codes. This recruitment will remain open until filled with the first applicant review date of June 2, 2022.
o Visit the City's employment page for more information and to apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lakestevenswa
Public Works
- We want to hear from you! The City and the Snohomish Conservation District are kicking off the annual I Love Lake events with a survey to learn more about Lake Stevens residents and their daily activities around the home that may impact water quality. This survey will help guide future I Love Lake activities and events targeted around keeping our lake clean and healthy. Include your address in the survey and we will mail you a I Love Lake window cling! Access the survey here: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSdJwH6cg5c.../viewform The survey will be open until June 15th.
- For more information about upcoming events this year, visit the I Love Lake website! https://snohomishcd.org/city-of-lake-stevens Be sure and check out the Snohomish Conservation District Newsletter, A Barrel of Fun for Lake https://us2.campaign-archive.com/?e=%5bUNIQID%5d&u=89bab235a596de638f6f33464&id=2c656b5d3f
The Mill/Farmers’ Market
- Are you excited for the opening day of the Lake Stevens Farmers Market 2022 season next week? It will be the first event held on the newly opened Mill Spur/festival street at North Cove Park, Wednesdays, 3 - 7 pm June 1 - August 31.
- With the use of Mill Spur, Main Street will remain open during the market for traffic use. Drivers are encouraged to follow detour signs through the area due to increased pedestrian traffic around North Cove Park.
- The demand for parking is high, yet limited on market days. Please remember to respect private parking lots around North Cove Park when attending the market and park. There will be new parking access near Mill Spur with a limited number of spaces available for community and market vendor parking. Street parking is available in the area, including down Main Street and behind Jay's Market.
- Visit the market's website for a list of current vendors and other market information. https://www.lakestevensfarmersmarket.org/
Community Transit
- Community Transit is looking for feedback on a redesigned bus network in anticipation of connecting to light rail in 2024. The Online Open House is available through next Tuesday, May 31. For more information: https://www.communitytransit.org/.../community-transit...
Parking at Catherine Creek Park
- The City and the Lake Stevens School District would like to remind everyone when visiting Catherine Creek Park, parking in the Mount Pilchuck Elementary school district parking lot is prohibited during school hours. The community is free to use the school district parking lot only after 4:30 pm on school days and from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm on non-school days. Street parking is allowed during school hours.
City Hall will be closed on Monday, May 30 to observe Memorial Day and will re-open on Tuesday, May 31 at 9:00 a.m.
Have a wonderful long weekend!
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