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Seattle and NW Washington S Measles exposures in King County P O T L I G H T S Seattle Pacific Graduates Seattle-area public health officials have confirmed a mea- sles infection in an adult international traveler who was in King County during the time that the traveler was conta- gious. The traveler, whose vaccination status is unknown, was most likely exposed in central Asia, where there is a current measles outbreak. Most people in the Pacific Northwest have immunity to the measles through vaccination, so the risk to the general public is low. However, all persons who were in the following loca- tions around the same time as the individual with measles should find out if they have been vaccinated for measles or have had measles previously, and call a health care provider promptly if they develop an illness with fever or illness with an unexplained rash between June 6 and June 20. To avoid possibly spreading measles to other patients, do not go to a clinic or hospital without calling first to tell them you want to be evaluated for measles. County Metro Transit is looking ahead to make sure it can provide the right mix of services and connections to get peo- ple where they need to go as our communities grow. At the same time, Sound Transit will be engaging with residents as it develops a system plan for a proposed ballot measure. That’s why the two agencies have teamed up for a series of joint open houses beginning June 16 to give King County residents a convenient one-stop opportunity to help shape both of these important long-range plans. The next meetings will be held 5:30 p.m. -7:30 p.m. Red- mond Marriot, 7401 164th Ave. NE., Redmond , June 23; 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Union Station, 401 S Jackson St., Se- attle, June 25; 5:30-7:30 p.m., King County Aquatic Center, 650 SW Campus Dr., Federal Way, June 25. In addition to providing feedback during an upcoming open house, you can take our survey to help us better under- stand what service you value in your community. Based on feedback received during these open-houses, Metro will develop a preferred concept available for public review this fall. The public will have yet another opportunity to review Metro’s proposed plan in early 2016 before being submitted to the King County Council for action in mid to late 2016. Bellevue Seeks Candidates for Parks and Community Services The City Council is seeking candidates for a vacancy on Bellevue’s Parks and Community Services Board. PHOTO BY SUSAN FRIED Agencies Offer Opportunity to Help Shape Both King County Metro’s Transit Plans Seattle Pacific University graduates Tariq Muhammad, Jerrell Davis (class of 2014) and Caleb Khuma- lo celebrate after the Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony June 13 at Key Arena. If you are interested, please apply at https://www.survey- monkey.com/r/ParksBoardApplication by June 29. Made up of citizen volunteers, appointed by the mayor with council concurrence, Park Board members serve four- year terms, offering their time and expertise to help shape Bellevue’s future. The Park Board, which meets at City Hall the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m., advises the council re- garding parks and open space issues such as park planning, design and construction; development, redevelopment, and renovation; enterprise management; and natural resources, land stewardship and environmental education. All board members must be Bellevue residents. Residents of newly annexed areas are particularly encouraged to ap- ply. The City of Bellevue values diversity. In addition to applying online, you can pick up a communi- ty service application from the City Clerk’s Office, the Ser- vice First desk at City Hall, the Bellevue Regional Library, the Lake Hills Library or the Mini-City Hall at Crossroads Shopping Center. Forms can also be downloaded (www.bel- levuewa.gov/pdf/Board_Comm_Application_Form.pdf). A faxed copy may be requested by calling 425-452-6466. Applications may be submitted by any of several options. Hand delivered to second floor at City Hall, 450 110th Ave. NE, P.O. Box 90012, Bellevue, Washington, 98009-9012. (425) 452-5247. They can also be emailed to carredondo@bellevuewa. gov. If additional information is desired about the role and responsibilities of the Park Board, please call Deputy City Clerk Charmaine Arredondo at (425) 452-6466. SEATTLE COMMUNITY CALENDAR 2015 with arms reach while in the pool. 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Adults $5.25, Youth/seniors $3.25. Mounger Pool, 2535 32an Ave. N., Seattle. Saturday, June 20 If you have an event you want to share with the community, email it two weeks in advance to The Skanner at info@theskanner.com Thursday, June 18 “THE HEALING” BOOK READING AND SIGNING WITH SAEEDA HAFIZ: Hear the story of a young Afri- can-American woman who signs up for lessons in yoga and cooking after landing her first college job. 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. FREE NAAM, 2300 S. Massa- chusetts St., Seattle. Friday – Sunday, June 19 – 21 FREMONT FAIR: The 44th annual Fremont Fair is a community celebration. The Fremont Fair includes performances by local bands, arts and crafts, shopping, food and drink and much more. Friday - 6 p.m. – 11 p.m. Saturday – 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday – 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fremont Neighborhood, Seattle. Friday, June 19 ROCK AND ROLL PARTY: Themed family swim includes games, activities, prizes and family fun. Children under 6 must accompanied by an adult FREE CHILDREN’S CONCERT AT MCCAW HALL: Fea- tures Seattle Men’s Chorus, Seattle Women’s Cho- rus: The Choruses will bring an hour of non-stop music featuring familiar and classic songs that appeal to young and old alike. 2 p.m. McCaw Hall, 321 Mercer St. BEE FESTIVAL – CELEBRATING THE MAGIC BETWEEN FLOWERS AND FOOD: Pollinators, the magic be- tween flowers and food. Join in with the Proctor Farmer’s Market and Pierce County Beekeepers to celebrate pollinators and their important role in the ecosystem. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Proctor Farmer’s Market, 2702 N. Proctor St., Tacoma. Arlington. Wednesday, June 24 SUMMER HIRING EVENT: The Bright Horizon family is growing in Seattle: We are looking for new teach- ers to join our talented teams. 6:30 p.m. Mezza Café, 2401 Utah Ave. S. Thursday, June 25 EYES TO DREAM! KEEPING IT REAL: SOCIAL JUSTICE & SOCIAL PRACTICE: Meet the local artist who collab- orated with C. Davida Ingram to build on archive of resistance, including photos, oral historians and a site installation. Free with admission. 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., Northwest African American Museum, 2300 S. Massachusetts St. Saturday, June 27 13TH ANNUAL JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION: A fun, mul- ticultural community celebration, free food, kids games, entertainment, speakers and much more. Fun for all ages. Evergreen Park, 1400 Park Ave., Bremerton. AFRICAN-AMERICAN FILM SERIES: “42”: Please join us for a screening of “42,” part of the library’s Afri- can American Film Series celebrating Black actors, directors and films depicting the African-American experience. 2 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Beacon Hill Library, 2821 Beacon Ave. S. Saturday – Sunday, June 20 – 21 Sunday, June 28 BIRINGER FARM STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL: Stroll down Biringer Farm Strawberry Lane to a barnyard of fun! Giant strawberry ride, strawberry inflatable, castle maze and so much more. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Both days. Biringer Farm, 21412 59th Ave. NE, BIG DAY OF PLAY: Arts, dance, ethnic/cultural, festival/fairs, film, public forum, sports/recreation & theater. Come to all the fun! Noon – 4 p.m., Mt. Baker Rowing and Sailing Center, 3800 Lake Wash- ington Blvd. S. June 17, 2015 The Portland and Seattle Skanner Page 5
