Ashlie-Vinke shared information about the August 30th launch of the Lynnwood Light Rail Extension, which include two Shoreline stations (148th and 185th) a Mountlake Terrace station and a Lynnwood station. He reviewed the construction process and the current testing being done to ensure the trains run efficiently and effectively, as well as the parking situation at each of the four stations.

Raker presented a wide variety of transportation changes that Shoreline has undertaken in support of the light rail stations. He also shared the results of a recent transportation survey of Shoreline residents and how that is influencing the city's transportation plans. These include improvements for pedestrians, bicyclists, efforts to reduce commuter trips, as well as a scooter/bike share pilot program and EV charging stations.

Both gentlemen spoke about various mass transit connections options for light rail riders through Metro Transit, Community Transit and other providers.

A special thanks to our event sponsors for making the event possible.

Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee Meet With Shoreline Police and Fire Departments

On Tuesday, July 16th, the Shoreline Chamber Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee met with Police Chief Kelly Park and Fire Chief Matt Cowan of the Shoreline Police and Fire Departments to share our vision of a robust business community that is proud to be in Shoreline, attractive neighborhoods that are safe and walkable, and a variety of community events to attend throughout the year.

In particular, the committee discussed the safety concerns around recent burglaries, vandalism and other illicit activities that our member businesses have experienced and the steps SPD and SFD can and are taking to address them.

Thank you to our Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee for proactively sharing member concerns and working with SPD and SFD to find solutions.

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July Luncheon Featured Update to the Shoreline 20-Year Comprehensive Plan

Shoreline Chamber Members and guests gathered at Shoreline City Hall on Wednesday, July 10th for our monthly luncheon. The featured speakers were Andrew Bauer and Elise Keim of the City of Shoreline Planning Department, who shared an update on Shoreline's 20-Year Comprehensive Plan.

The presentation included projected growth targets, a review of the feedback gathered throughout the planning process and sample draft policies resulting from the work already done. The 20-Year Comprehensive Plan is due to be completed by year's end.

The City of Shoreline has a dedicated webpage to the 20-Year Comprehensive plan that can be found HERE.

Coming Soon: Light Rail Grand Opening Celebration

Sound Transit has chosen the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce to organize and host a grand opening celebration of the light rail in Shoreline on August 30th from 4PM to 8PM.

The celebration will be held at the Shoreline South Sound Transit light rail station at 148th and we expect to featuring a main stage with live music, food trucks, vendor stalls, free popcorn, family-friendly games and activities.