State senators vote as true representatives
February 7, 2012
Cheers to Sammamish legislators who voted in favor of gay marriage.
In the state senate, Cheryl Pflug, Andy Hill and Steve Litzow each supported the measure to allow a basic civil right to be extended to all of Washington’s citizens.
Pflug and Hill represent Sammamish right now. In the fall, after redistricting, Hill and Litzow will speak for Sammamish in the senate. Read more
Farewell Stan Chapin, you will be missed
February 7, 2012
Stan Chapin was a cop and a teacher, a rare combination. In his time at Eastlake High School and Inglewood Junior High, he won the respect and admiration of seemingly every student, parent and faculty member.
The outpouring of grief in the wake of Chapin’s death is heartfelt and true. Within days of his death, thousands had signed up on a Facebook page dedicated to him.
The notes and remembrances left on that page were poignant, emotional and beautiful.
Chapin instinctively knew how to work with adolescents. He knew when to joke with them and when to be serious.
Even though he was wearing a police uniform, his antics and personality made him approachable, even by teens.
His death will be felt not only by Eastlake and Inglewood students, but by everyone in the community — even if they don’t know it yet.
Sammamish Forum Feb. 8
February 7, 2012
Communication was lax
As a resident of the Cheswick Lane Condominium community, I’d like to thank the Sammamish Review for reporting on the proposed extension of 233rd Ave. Northeast.
What I would like to understand is why this article was the first I had heard of the project.
The city has not posted any signage in the area as they do with other infrastructure projects. Read more
Names of criminals should be public
January 31, 2012
The Legislature is now considering two bills that would restrict access to records of crimes committed by minors, only allowing disclosure in the case of “serious violent offenses” as defined by law. Lesser violent crimes and property crimes would remain confidential.
The bills are bad ones, and should be stopped. Read more
Sammamish Forum Feb. 1
January 31, 2012
We’re in this together
I am moved to respond to John Burg’s Jan. 18 letter.
Can we at least agree that both liberals and conservatives want a strong and healthy America, of which we can be proud, but may disagree on how to do it?
Demonizing our president as evil and “bent on destroying the foundations of our country, our Constitution, our moral values and our economic system” is ridiculous. Read more
Help local businesses recover from storm
January 25, 2012
“Support your local business” takes on new meaning when the city becomes a frozen wasteland for three days.
While homeowners were struggling to stay warm without power, business owners were wringing their hands over the lost business. Some managed to use generator power to stay open, providing homebound residents with necessities — a true community service.
Restaurants were particularly hard hit as food went to waste without refrigeration. Employees, too, suffered the loss of wages. It was life interrupted, not a fun week.
This week we can try to make it a bit better for each other.
Tip your waiter or other service provider just a little extra. Be sure any purchases you make are done locally to help businesses recoup the lost revenue, and to thank them and their workers for braving the storm to help.
Don’t forget to say thank you to those who are helping out. Offer a cup of coffee to the utility workers repairing lines or clearing trees. Let them know they are appreciated.
This is Sammamish, where neighbors help neighbors. With the usual thoughtfulness for the other guy, we’ll be just fine.
City on top of storm
January 25, 2012
Kudos to Sammamish leaders for staying on top of the storm. The city’s website kept resident up to date on traffic problems and other concerns.
Officials opened City Hall during the worst of it, offering residents a warm place to relax — and charge their phones — when almost the entire plateau went dark from power outages.
Then, anticipating the need, generated by high winds, they quickly put together a yard debris drop off this weekend.
Good job, Sammamish, for keeping people safe during the storm, and helping residents deal with the aftermath.
Forum Jan. 25
January 25, 2012
City should encourage walking
As I rode the bus in to work this week (leaving my car safely ensconced in my driveway), I was pleased to hear the bus driver praise the city of Sammamish for its snow response.
According to the driver, Sammamish is one of the best communities in the area for keeping the roads driveable during winter weather. Read more
Governor’s bold move is good for all of us
January 11, 2012
We applaud Governor Chris Gregoire’s move to pass state legislation that would allow same-sex marriage in Washington State.
It has been nearly 20 years since the Hawaii Supreme Court ruled that the restriction of marriage to opposite-sex couples would be presumed unconstitutional. In 1999, the Vermont Supreme Court held that same-sex couples must receive the same benefits as married couples. Subsequent court decisions have held that “civil union” laws would not suffice, calling instead for marriage equality. Read more
Sammamish Forum Jan. 11
January 11, 2012
Another housing development – really?
Did you know that a 38-lot subdivision is going in on Inglewood Hill Road between the traffic circle at 216th Avenue Northeast and 212th Avenue Northeast?
Four lots, a detention pond and small stream will be located on the south side of Inglewood Hill and the remaining lots on the north side. Read more
