Kokanee may receive federal protection
May 16, 2008
Lake Sammamish salmon populations dropping
The dwindling population of Lake Sammamish kokanee salmon finally got a ray of sunshine from the federal government this month with the announcement that the fish may warrant protection under the Endangered Species Act. Read more
Fresh produce, local crafts on tap at Farmers market
May 16, 2008
More than 18 months of planning efforts by the City Council, Chamber of Commerce and farmers from Snoqualmie and Skagit Valley have finally paid off.
The Sammamish Farmers Market is set to open May 21, bringing fresh produce to local residents on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Sammamish Commons at City Hall, 801 228th Avenue Southeast. The market continues through October 1. Read more
Park money shrinks?
May 16, 2008
City Council to consider bond options
Parks improvements are likely to slow over the next five budget years as a result of declining impact fees and city funding, public resistance to trail development and increases in the cost of land acquisition and construction, according to the city’s Department of Parks and Recreation and Parks Commission. Read more
