On the agenda: Comprehensive plan, Metro Transit in Ballard & water quality

Tonight is the monthly Ballard District Council meeting from 7 to 8:30 at the Ballard Library (5614 22nd Ave NW).

On the agenda:

7 PM Introductions & Short Announcements – please hold announcements to not more than one minute.
7:15 Updating Seattle’s Comprehensive Plan, Kristian Kofoed – City Dept of Planning & Development
Get involved, and be part of planning for the future of our community. Check out information about this process and take the online survey
7:30 The Future of Metro Transit Service in NW Seattle, Ashley DeForest – Community Relations Planner, King County DOT
In early 2013, King County will initiate service on the “D Line” (Rapid Ride service to Ballard on the 15th Avenue corridor). As a result, Metro Transit expects a number of modifications to existing transit service in the Ballard area. We can also expect to see changes in our Metro Transit services resulting from the County’s “Congestion Reduction” initiative.
7:50 Improving Water Quality in Salmon Bay, Shilshole Bay & Adjoining Areas in Puget Sound, Andrew Lee – Seattle Public Utilities, Liz Tennant – Ballard CSO Workgroup
Andrew and Liz will provide an overview of sewage overflow facilities in Ballard which are under the jurisdiction of both Seattle Public Utilities and King County. We’ll discuss opportunities to get involved in addressing these concerns through a process of scoping issues and remedies in a formal environmental impact statement.
8:05 Upcoming November 8 General Election, Kirk Robbins – Republican, Peter House – Democrat, Jody Grage – Green Party
A panel of reps from our three political party organizations in the 36th District will present their organization’s endorsements, recommendations, and points of view. Members of the panel will also provide information and their organization’s perspective on the Legislative Redistricting process and how our local political landscape might be affected.
8:25 Staff Report, Rob Mattson
– Draft Seattle Transit Master Plan
– Update – North / NW 85th Street Paving Project
– Update on construction impacts – Alaskan Way Viaduct Replacement project
8:30 Annual Ballard DC Election of Officers, Jody Grage
8:35 Report – Executive Committee
– Response to Mayor’s proposed 2012 city budget, Catherine Weatbrook
– Ballard community level planning for emergency conditions, Catherine Weatbrook
– Report – City Neighborhood Council, Jody Grage
– Ballard Homeless Task Force, Jody Grage
8:45 Adjourn