West Seattle, Washington
07 Tuesday
Sent by Alison in Upper Alki (Halleck vicinity):
This past Saturday night around 2 am, what looked like a lone coyote walked up Halleck in a straight line right in front of my house. The gait did not appear to be that of a dog.
Well, last night, around 10/11 the animal was back but brought a friend – what appeared to be a slightly smaller coyote and they were hunting – looking for an animal that I believe was a neighborhood cat.
Before the coyotes appear on my camera, what looks like a cat run downs the street.
I’d love to know if others in the area caught any activity on their cameras as well! A little scary as I had just taken my dog out shortly before this.
What should you do if you do see one nearby while you’re out, with or without dog? That’s part of what this fact sheet discusses in information about co-existing with coyotes. (In short, scare them away.)
Another new business location that just turned up in city permit filings this week already has put up signage. Thanks to Stacy for the tip on that; we went by 3902 California SW this afternoon to see the site for forthcoming Delphinium Delicatessen. It’s planned for the space inhabited by West Seattle Tattoo before that business joined the exodus to The Junction. Here’s a closer look at what the signage says:
(If you can’t read the fine print, it promises, “A specialty market with fine groceries and goods.”) On its early-stage website, Delphinium also promises “whole-wheel cheeses.” The site plan shows a kitchen – might that mean prepared food? We have a message out to the proprietor to find out more.
SDOT says it’s finalized the plan for seven blocks of new sidewalks and walkways in Highland Park, five months after proposing which blocks would go into “conceptual design.” The orange lines above show the final decisions – which removed several blocks from last October’s proposal. Now a block of Cloverdale is removed, and the 8th and 7th sidewalks/walkways will end at Thistle instead of stretching north to Kenyon. City reps walked the area with local residents in May, to help determine where to improve walking routes with Seattle Transportation Levy money. See the final report here; it includes notes on other traffic-calming features, as well as this:
In most cases, sidewalk or walkway will be designed on one side of the street. Sidewalks and walkways may be constructed from a variety of materials including paint, asphalt, concrete and barriers. Specific design treatments are decided based on factors including the space available on the street, drainage needs, existing infrastructure, impacts to parking, slopes, and estimated construction costs. Projects will be in construction between 2026 and 2029.
3:43 PM: Just in case you visit the park by newly reopened Hiawatha Community Center and wonder about the yellow tape around one of the porta-potties on the wading-pool side – it was damaged by fire about an hour and a half ago. SFD was gone by the time we got there, but at one point they were asking for police to take “witness statements,” according to a dispatch; no police incident logged, though, so we’re asking SFD about the cause.
6:14 PM: They’re only saying that the cause “is under investigation.”
The only member of District 1 City Councilmember Rob Saka‘s staff who’s been there since he took office two years ago is leaving. But Chief of Staff Elaine Ikoma Ko – who’s been his representative at so many community events (among other duties) over those two years – says this was always the plan. She sent us the farewell note she sent to city colleagues:
Dear colleagues,
I have completed the two-year term I agreed to with Councilmember Saka. I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve and for our outstanding D1 team and colleagues who supported and partnered with me along the way.
Although I’m retiring, again, I will remain engaged in the community and continue supporting the important work happening in D1 as a resident and neighbor.
Let me be clear: this transition was planned from the start when I joined two years ago. There is no drama and no backstory. It has been a privilege to work alongside Councilmember Saka, and I remain one of his strongest supporters in the work he does every day for the people of D1 and the entire city.
All my best,
Elaine
Today is her last day; she says a successor, interim or otherwise, hasn’t yet been announced.
(‘Site plan’ from city permit filings for Glassyard Commons)
With less than a week to go until the community meeting about the plan for a 72-RV lot and 20 tiny houses in southeast West Seattle, to be called Glassyard Commons, we have more followup information resulting from our inquiries with the King County Regional Homelessness Authority, working with LIHI, which will operate the site. From this “community engagement” document, here’s what the March 5 meeting is supposed to accomplish, and some followup points about the 7201 2nd SW plan:
At this community meeting, LIHI operations management, supportive services management, development, and community engagement staff will give a detailed presentation of the program and operations plans. Attendees will be able to ask questions and participate in discussion with LIHI staff members. LIHI staff will make their contact information available for community members who would like to be in touch about the RV Safe Lot/Tiny House Village’s development and programming on an ongoing basis.
When Glassyard Commons opens, LIHI will hold a grand opening event. To continue building relationships with residents and business owners in the immediate neighborhood, the individuals who participated in the public community meeting will be invited to the grand opening. Further, in accordance with SMC 23.42.056, a Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for the RV Safe Lot/Tiny House Village will be formed. The CAC will be composed of five to ten neighbors, business owners, faith leaders, and community representatives who have submitted an application to become a member. …
Serving as a liaison between the program and the community, the CAC will meet monthly. At these meetings, onsite management staff and case managers will give a report of the program’s events and outcomes. Participants are welcome to add meeting agenda items for discussion, ask questions and give feedback. These meetings will enable community members to develop a relationship with the onsite staff and provide a forum for direct communication. While CAC members are expected to be in attendance at every meeting and actively involved, all CAC meetings will be open to the public.
Camp Second Chance, the tiny-house village that LIHI operates on Myers Way, has long had a CAC but it went dormant for a while as participation lagged; it’s currently held online, 4 pm fourth Tuesdays (here are the most-recent minutes). Meantime, the same document includes these details: “The site will be staffed with 24/7 security, and there will be an onsite Shelter Operations Manager. Clients will have access to comprehensive case management and behavioral health as they work toward permanent housing, and they will be required to sign a code of conduct.” Meantime, we’ve requested a copy of LIHI’s $3 million contract for Glassyard Commons, which we’re told is still being finalized.
NEXT WEEK’S MEETING: As announced earlier this week:
Thursday, March 5th, 2026 at 5:30 PM
New Direction Missionary Baptist Church
755 S Homer St. [map], Georgetown
Church and street parking available
Though the name is similar, it’s a different church from the one announced as the new RV lot/tiny-house site’s “religious sponsor,” New Hope Missionary Baptist Church.
Thanks to the texter who sent the photo and reports that the Coca-Cola truck has been blocking the alley between the Admiral CVS and Brookdale Admiral Heights for at least 45 minutes: “Coke truck is high-centered and can’t move forward or back.” (If you’ve used the Admiral CVS lot, you know the ramp on the west side is fairly steep.)
(Seen at Lowman Beach. Photo sent by Rob)
Here’s what’s happening for the rest of today/tonight – mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:
MOMMY AND ME PLAYTIME WITH SPECIAL BUNNY: 9:30 am-11 am, rescue bunnies visit Grace Church‘s playtime, community welcome. (10323 28th SW)
MYERS WAY WETLAND TOUR: Restoration volunteers with Weed Warriors will show you around! Meet at 10 am at gate (9701 Myers Way S.).
SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE GARDEN CENTER Spring gets ever closer; every dry day is another chance to get ready. The center is open today, 10 am-3 pm at north end of South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) campus (6000 16th SW).
STAY ‘N’ PLAY: Free indoor playtime for little ones and their caregivers is back at Arbor Heights Community Church (4113 SW 102nd), 10-11:30 am.
BABY STORY TIME: 11 am at Delridge Library (5423 Delridge Way SW).
FREE TAX HELP: Drop in at Southwest Library (9010 35th SW) 11 am-4 pm and get help with your taxes!
LOG HOUSE MUSEUM: Visit the Log House Museum (61st/Stevens) to learn about and enjoy local history – open noon-4 pm today.
ENGLISH CONVERSATION CIRCLE: Winter session continues at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond), 12:30 pm-2 pm Fridays, no registration required.
GIRL SCOUT COOKIE BOOTHS: Day 2! Look for nearby booth locations and times here. Cookies $6/box this year except for $7 gluten-free Toffee-tastic.
TASTING ROOM AND WINE BAR: Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor) is open 5-9 pm Fridays. Stop in to sip, or buy by the bottle.
COFFEEHOUSE MUSIC: 6-8 pm, singer-songwriter Jim Page at C & P Coffee. (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), all ages, no cover.
WSHS LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION: Everybody’s welcome to celebrate at this student-organized celebration with food and performances, 6:30-8 pm at West Seattle High School (3000 California SW).
ASTRA LUMINA: Last weekend for the celestially inspired lights-and-sound show at Seattle Chinese Garden on the north end of the South Seattle College campus (6000 16th SW); first admission at 6:30 pm, get tickets here.
SEATTLE TIGERS FUNDRAISER: 7 pm drag bingo and auction at Alki Masonic Center (40th/Edmunds) to raise money for 12U baseball team’s Cooperstown trip. Details and ticket link in our calendar listing.
‘TOPDOG/UNDERDOG’: Last weekend for the new play at ArtsWest (4711 California SW), 7:30 pm curtain, online tickets are sold out so check the box office.
LIVE AT THE SKYLARK: Live music with Mango Rabbit, Mutton, Killing Caesar, doors at 7, show at 8. (3803 Delridge Way SW)
GREEK GODS: Drag runway competition at Mr. B’s Mead Center (9444 Delridge Way SW), doors at 7, show at 8.
SPINNING: Revelry Room is open tonight (4547 California SW), with Supreme La Rock, 9 pm.
‘MAKE IT LOUD’ SKATING WITH MUSIC: Tonight, Goth Skate with Ghosts in the Graveyard, Eve’s Black Heart, 9 pm at Southgate Roller Rink (9646 17th SW). 21+. $20 cover/$5 skates.
If you have something to showcase on our event lists or ongoing calendar, please email what/when/where/etc. info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
6:03 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Friday, February 27, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Still a chance of rain in the forecast – breezy again too, high in the low 50s. Sunrise at 6:53 am; sunset at 5:51 pm. (Next weekend – early March 8 – we spring forward an hour!)
(Thursday sunset, photographed by Bob Burns)
WEEKEND BRIDGE ALERTS
As sent by WSDOT:
From 6 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Sunday, March 1, all lanes of northbound State Route 99, the left lane of southbound SR 99 between Harrison and North 50th streets, as well as the southbound SR 99 off-ramp to Harrison Street will close for the Hot Chocolate Run in Seattle.
People traveling SR 99 should also continue to expect delays on northbound SR 99 over the First Avenue South bridge south of downtown Seattle, where two right lanes remain closed until further notice following a bridge inspection on Wednesday, Feb. 18. A temporary speed reduction to 25 mph remains in effect. This comes on top of existing lane reductions on northbound I-5 as part of the Revive I-5 program to preserve the Ship Canal Bridge.
TRANSIT TODAY
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, winter schedule.
Washington State Ferries – Check WSF’s alert page for any changes to the 3-boat schedule. Also check that page for an explanation of the 3 percent fee that’ll be added to card payments starting Sunday.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule and routes.
SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS (SDOT has finally fixed the framegrab problem)
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view. Also note, maritime-opening info is available via X (ex-Twitter):
1st Avenue South Bridge (see the WSDOT alert above):
Delridge cameras: In addition to the one below (Delridge/Genesee), cameras are also at Delridge/Juneau, Delridge/Henderson, Delridge/Oregon, and video-only (so you have to go to the map), Delridge/Holden and Delridge/Thistle.
MORE TRAFFIC CAMS: All functioning traffic cams citywide are here (including links to live video for most); for a quick scan of West Seattle and vicinity-relevant cameras, see this WSB page.
See a problem on the bridges/streets/paths/water? Please text or call our hotline (when you can do it safely, and after you’ve reported to authorities if they’re not already on scene) – 206-293-6302. Thank you!
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