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(WSB photo: TCIS detective and their vehicles at the scene, which is next to a white pickup truck just off screen left)

8:48 PM: Detectives from the Seattle Police Traffic Collision Investigation Squad are in the south lot at South Seattle College, investigating a fatal incident. Detective Valerie Carson tells us, “A deceased adult female was found pinned between a vehicle and the curb. Based on surveillance footage, it appears to be an accident. Not clear exactly how it happened but not deemed suspicious at this time. TCIS responded and will lead investigation.”

9:45 PM: The original call on this was a medical dispatch shortly after 5 pm. Listening back to archived SFD audio, the first SFD crews arriving on scene found the victim, described as a woman around 60, and tried to but ultimately were unable to revive her. The scene was toward the southwest end of the south lot. We’ll be checking with SSC tomorrow to see whether the victim was a staff member or student at the college, or was there for another reason.

ADDED WEDNESDAY MORNING: We asked SSC spokesperson Ty Swenson what the college could tell us – here’s the reply we received:

The South Seattle College community is grieving the unexpected loss of a longtime Student Services employee who passed away on Dec. 13, 2022. The college is focused on supporting employees and students in this difficult time, and we are in communication with the State of Washington Employee Assistance Program to schedule on-site and virtual counseling availability.

The college may have limited student services in the coming days as we allow space for the grieving process, and we thank our students and larger community for their understanding.

He says the employee’s family has not given their approval to identify her beyond the campus community, so we will be waiting either to hear from them or from the Medical Examiner before publishing her name.

4:10 PM: The Medical Examiner has identified the victim as 66-year-old Dolores Taylor and verified that her death was accidental. According to the SSC website, Ms. Taylor was assistant director of financial aid.

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TREE TIME: Last days for two West Seattle lots

December 13, 2022 6:30 pm

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Planning on getting a Christmas tree soon? Time is running out for two West Seattle tree lots. First, from the nonprofit-benefiting lot at Holy Rosary School:

The Holy Rosary School tree lot is in the final week of sales. A fresh load of trees arrived Monday night, with another due on Wednesday. If you haven’t found a tree yet, hurry and stop in before they are gone. The lot is scheduled to close for the season after Saturday, December 17th, barring inventory. Wreaths, garland and poinsettias (in partnership with Hope Lutheran) are also available for sale. Proceeds to benefit Holy Rosary School, Hope Lutheran (poinsettias only), West Seattle Food Bank, and Hickman House. Open weekdays at 4 pm and weekends at 9 am, closing 8 pm nightly.

The lot is on the north side of the school, off 42nd north of SW Genesee.

Second, just received from Trees By The Sea (2530 Alki SW): “Very few trees left; we anticipate being done by Thursday the 15th. Regular hours until then: noon to 7 pm. If you’ve been waiting, now is the time to visit. For all of you who’ve already been by we thank you for your amazing reviews, overwhelming joy and general support. We’ll see you all again in 2023!”

P.S. You can find the full list of West Seattle tree-sellers in our Holiday Guide.

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CONGRATULATIONS! State championship for U11 boys’ soccer team from West Seattle

December 13, 2022 5:04 pm

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| West Seattle news | WS & Sports

Meet the newest champs from West Seattle! The report and photo were sent by Scott Rosenstock:

This past Saturday at Starfire in Tukwila, the 2022 South Sound United League (SSUL) Boys U11 team from West Seattle won the State Recreational Cup Championship! They defeated the Chinqually Booters Thunder from Olympia (who happened to be the State Champs last year). A hard-fought battle between both teams in the cold rain ended regulation and overtime with the score 0-0, so they went to penalty kicks to decide the champion. West Seattle came away victorious, outscoring the Thunder 3-1 in penalties.

The team was also the SSUL Boys U11 Regular Season Champions with a record of 8-1-1.

Congratulations to the whole team! Amazing season, amazing coaches, amazing kids!

Coaches:
Turner Angell
Dan Carew

Players:
Miles Angell
Sam Angell
Henry Appleton
Devlin Broom
Griffin Brown-Kinsch
Charlie Carew
Chase Cummings
Beckett Hudson
Porter Ingraham
Noah Jeannot
Henry Rice
Isaac Rosenstock

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FOLLOWUP: Here’s how you can help Friends of West Seattle Elementary reach its first big goal

December 13, 2022 3:32 pm

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| High Point | How to help | West Seattle news | West Seattle schools

Last week, we told you about our area’s newest Parent Teacher Organization, Friends of West Seattle Elementary. Today, they’re announcing the launch of their first-ever fundraising campaign, and explaining why they’re turning to the peninsula-wide community for help:

The newly established Parent Teacher Organization at West Seattle Elementary (WSE), Friends of West Seattle Elementary (FOWSE), is excited to announce the launch of its inaugural fundraiser! The group of parents, staff and teachers aim to raise $50,000 by March 1st, 2023, to support WSE students in their academic success.

WSE is a community school in the truest sense. Over 80% of our students live in low-income housing within a half-mile of the school and over 83% qualify to receive free or reduced cost lunch. Many of our families are former refugees and have experienced generational trauma and hardships that have created barriers to equitable access to services, including education, yet academic success is highly valued. Access to educational enrichments have proven to be difficult to attain for families of poverty due to parents working atypical hours, language barriers and the lack of understanding of the American educational systems.

To reach our lofty goal in under three months, we are turning to community members and business owners for support. Donations are tax-deductible and will be used to:

(1) Fund additional teachers for future school years – to keep class sizes small when district budget cuts occur. For example, this school year, WSE has some classrooms with over 26 students due to fewer teachers being allocated by the district as a result of district-wide enrollment declines.

(2) Host engagement activities – to enable the PTO to create shared, meaningful experiences, like pizza parties, spirit days, and staff appreciation events for students, staff and their families that wouldn’t otherwise be possible.

(3) Provide classroom supplies and cover field trip costs – to support, encourage and equip teachers on the front-lines delivering an invaluable education to underserved populations.

Please consider making a one-time or recurring donation to support West Seattle Elementary students and staff. Any contribution helps ensure students, regardless of race, background, socioeconomic status, receive the best education possible.

You can make a donation online via this link.

Contact friendsofwse@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.

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Use an RPZ to exclude RVs? Harbor/Alki residents meet with city reps regarding that and 18 other priorities

December 13, 2022 12:46 pm

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| Safety | West Seattle news

(WSB photo: Some of the 7 RVs and assorted vehicles seen on Harbor Ave. Monday)

By Tracy Record
West Seattle Blog editor

Would an RPZ be a better tool to discourage RV encampments on Harbor Avenue?

Creation of a new Restricted Parking Zone is one of the steps that residents of Harbor and Alki Avenues tried last night to get a panel of city officials to commit to taking. More than 60 people gathered in the sanctuary of Admiral Church for a promised progress report on concerns that local advocates had taken to the city in recent months. Chief among them: The return of RVs a few months after the August sweep.

But that’s just part of the 19-item wish list that they’ve been pursuing, titled “Top Priorities to Tackle Crime, RVs and Encampments, and Dangerous Streets” – see it here. Part of the purpose of last night’s meeting was to get updates. Here’s who was on the city panel:

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HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHT: Idol-a-Tree and more at Fauntleroy UCC Festival of Trees

December 13, 2022 11:37 am

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(WSB photos)

Tomorrow (Wednesday) night brings your next chance to see the Fauntleroy UCC Festival of Trees – a dozen creatively decorated trees with unique takes on the season. Among them, a “Star Wars” tree (with a sign inviting you to guess whose quotes are on its branches):

For those whose space taste runs back even further in time, there’s also a “Star Trek” tree:

There’s a Peru-themed tree highlighting the church’s work with immigrants:

And the church’s pastor, Rev. Leah Atkinson Bilinski, exhibited a sense of humor with this tree:

That one has the title “Idol-a-Tree,” a pun paying homage to the ’80s music icon. Other themes include birds and Legos (the full list is here). The Fellowship Hall at the church (9140 California SW) will be open again tomorrow night (and the following Wednesday night) 7-8 pm for viewing. If you can, bring a nonperishable-food donation – people are voting for their favorite tree by placing cans and boxes around them.

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Free coffee, free concert, evening bazaar, more for your West Seattle Tuesday

December 13, 2022 9:45 am

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| West Seattle news | WS miscellaneous

(Millipede, photographed at Schmitz Park by Rosalie Miller)

Here’s your Tuesday list, from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide and year-round Event Calendar:

CITY COUNCIL X 2: The Public Safety and Human Services Committee meeting that started at 9:30 am will include consideration of confirming Adrian Diaz as Seattle Police Chief (agenda here); the full-council meeting at 2 pm includes Design Review program changes (agenda here). Both are viewable via Seattle Channel.

FREE COFFEE: 10 am-1 pm, you’re invited to Daystar Retirement Village (2615 SW Barton; WSB sponsor) for Coffee & Connections – free espresso drink, warm-clothing donation drive, and Daystar tours if you’re interested!

CHESS CLUB: Play chess at the Senior Center of West Seattle (4217 SW Oregon), 1:30 pm. Beginners welcome!

HOLIDAY PHOTO POP-UP: Join Gail Ann Photography for holiday photos at Fauntleroy Schoolhouse (9131 California SW), 3-7 pm. Fee, part of which is a nonprofit donation. Full details and the appointment link are in our calendar listing.

DEMONSTRATION FOR BLACK LIVES: Longstanding weekly sign-waving demonstration at 16th/Holden. 5-6 pm. Signs available if you don’t have your own.

HOPS FOR THE HOLIDAYS: Evening bazaar at West Seattle Brewing Company (4415 Fauntleroy Way SW), 6-9 pm, rescheduled from original November date because of weather.

(canceled, next meeting Jan. 10) CAMP SECOND CHANCE COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE: Got a question or concern about West Seattle’s only tiny-house encampment? This is a public online meeting, 6 pm – here’s how to attend via video or phone.

SCRABBLE NIGHT: 6-10 pm, you can play Scrabble at The Missing Piece (9456 35th SW).

WSHS WINTER CONCERT: 7 pm in the West Seattle High School Theater (3000 California SW), Jazz Ensembles & Choir, free.

OPEN MIC: Your turn to shine! 7 pm at Otter on the Rocks (4210 SW Admiral Way).

TRIVIA X 3: Three places where you can play Tuesday nights – 7 pm at Ounces (3809 Delridge Way SW), 7 pm at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW), 7:30 and 8:30 pm at The Lodge (4209 SW Alaska).

BELLE OF THE BALLS BINGO: Play bingo with Cookie Couture at The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW), 8 pm. Free, all ages!

You can always see more, and preview future events, via our event calendar – if you have something for us to list, please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

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FREE CLASSES: Neighborhood House in West Seattle has help for adult English-language learners

December 13, 2022 9:00 am

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If you or someone you know could use a free class to improve English-language skills, Neighborhood House‘s Katie Lewis wants you to know it’s time to register for the one they’re offering starting in January:

Ready to Work is a free ESL class with a focus on job skills. Students must live in Seattle and be 18+. Computers are provided. Sign-ups close on December 20th, as we will be offering English assessments on December 20th and 21st at the Neighborhood House office. Students may complete this interest form or contact me to sign up. katiel@nhwa.org

Here’s the informational flyer, which Lewis notes is also available in languages including Spanish, Tigrinya, Somali, Oromo, Amharic, Vietnamese, Chinese, and Russian – find those links here.

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TRAFFIC, TRANSIT, WEATHER: Welcome to Tuesday

December 13, 2022 6:02 am

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| West Seattle news | West Seattle traffic alerts

6:02 AM: Good morning! It’s Tuesday, December 13th.

WEATHER

After that surprise rain Monday morning, things did dry out as expected. Mostly cloudy forecast today, high near 40.

TODAY’S TRANSIT STATUS

–Metro is still down buses for repairs – we’ve asked how many have been fixed so far, no answer yet – so keep a close watch on channels such as @kcmetroalerts for trip cancellations and route suspensions. 9:15 AM: 56, 57, 121 are suspended again.

-The West Seattle Water Taxi is on its regular schedule.

-So is WSF’s Triangle Route – check here for alerts/updates.

SPOTLIGHT CAMERAS

New Delridge cameras: As reported Saturday, three have been added, four more are on the way. Besides the one below (Delridge/Genesee), cameras are also up at Delridge/Oregon and Delridge/Orchard.

High Bridge – here’s the camera at the top.

High Bridge – the view from its southwest end (when SDOT points the 35th/Avalon/Fauntleroy camera that way).

Low Bridge: Or nearby, depending on where SDOT points the camera.

1st Ave. S. Bridge: The south route.

Highway 99: Here’s the northbound side at Lander.

All functional city traffic cams can be seen here, most with video options; West Seattle and vicinity-relevant cameras are also on this WSB page … Are movable city bridges opening for vessels? Check the @SDOTBridges Twitter feed.

If you see a problem on the roads/paths/water, please text or call us (when you can do so safely) – 206-293-6302.

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