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The timeline and process to fill City Council Seat #6 has been approved by the Sammamish City Council. This seat will be vacated by Councilmember Ken Gamblin, who resigned from his position effective January 17, 2022.
Council has 90 days (until April 17, 2022) to fill the vacancy for the remainder of the term. This is a temporary appointment that will expire upon certification of the November 2023 General Election. Applicants must be a resident of the City of Sammamish for a minimum of one year and are eligible to vote.
All applications must be received by January 26, 2022 at 5pm. To apply, please use this form.
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Have a question for Sammamish's City Manager, Police Chief, Public Works Director, or Emergency Manager? Now is your chance to ask. Make sure to submit your question by clicking on the image!
The City's Winter Town Hall will be recorded and available to view on the City's Website and YouTube Channel on Friday, February 4.
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Make sure to check out Sammamish's 2021 Volunteers Appreciation video. We've added even more volunteers who contributed to the betterment of our community last year. We applaud all of the volunteers for their dedication to our city. Thank you!
Click on the image to watch the video!
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A Message from Sammamish Police Department (SPD):
We are aware of a recent uptick in car prowls and burglaries over the past few days. Each incident is being investigated. If you have an incident to report, information about an incident, or video or any other evidence that will assist in an investigation, please do contact SPD at (206) 296-3311.
In the meantime, we encourage residents to take steps to help prevent a crime:
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Make your home look occupied by leaving a light on
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Keep your garage door closed and locked
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Consider installing a security camera and alarm system
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Don't allow daily deliveries of mail or newspapers build up while you are away -- arrange with the
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Post Office to hold your mail, or arrange for a friend or neighbor to take them regularly
- Don't share your vacation plans on social media
- Don’t leave valuables in your vehicles
- Make sure to lock your vehicle
- Don’t leave your vehicle idling unoccupied
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Popcorn with Planning is back with a follow-up virtual session on the Community Visioning Project! Hear what the community had to say during the Community Visioning Outreach & share your reflections on the key themes identified.
Please join us on Thursday, January 27th, from 5-6 pm! You can reserve your spot clicking on the image.
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Sammamish Police Department is participating in the Polar Plunge to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics Washington!
This is a great fundraising event in support of more than 19,500 Special Olympics Washington participants. This year, we’re facing off in a friendly East vs. West competition to see which side of the state can raise the most funds.
Show your support by clicking on the image!
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Arts Commission is accepting applications for 2022 Arts Grant Program! The Arts Grant Program provides funding for organizations, individuals, and youth to deliver exemplary projects in arts education, dance, design, folk and traditional arts, literary arts, media arts, musical theater, multidisciplinary works, theater, visual arts, and all other forms of artwork for the citizens of Sammamish. Learn more about the Arts Grant Program and application process by clicking on the image!
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Are you a live entertainer or part of a band looking to perform at a Sammamish event? Click on the image to learn more about how to submit a sample of your music or talent offering for consideration. Submissions received through Monday, January 31 at 11:59pm will be considered for Spring, Summer, and Fall of 2022.
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Nature Vision will offer our in-person after school programs in Sammamish for the 2021-2022 school year! We are bringing our acclaimed outdoor programs to early release Wednesdays to help get kids learning outdoors and away from screens. Each month has a different theme and uses a wonderful mix of fun and challenging learning experiences, games, reflection, art, and much more. Our programs are facilitated by our professional educators who bring a wealth of experience working with youth from a variety of ages and backgrounds.
For more details and to register, please click on the image!
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Community Van is a flexible rideshare option that provides Sammamish residents with a new way to use public transportation by offering trips to local destinations in and outside Sammamish (up to 2 hours away). Community Van accommodates trips throughout the day, evening, and weekends. Trips can be a whatever you need, such as going to a play or concert with friends or going to the grocery store every week with a group. Community Vans are driven by volunteer drivers who are screened and approved through King County Metro’s Commuter Van program. Riders pay a standard metro fare for a round trip while the volunteer driver can ride for free.
Currently, we are seeking volunteer drivers to fulfill the volume of ride requests coming in from the community! Support your neighbors, your community and help the environment by becoming a Community Van volunteer driver. You can choose which trips you drive and the frequency. If you are interested in volunteering, please email communityvan@sammamish.us or call (425) 295-0646.
To learn more please visit the City's Mobility Hub!
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Like the last two years, the King Conservation District election will primarily rely on electronic ballot access, with alternative options for printing and mailing in ballots. King County Elections will tabulate all ballots and report all results.
Visit kingcd.org/elections to review candidates and vote.
Ballots will be available to eligible voters online from January 18, 2022, at 8:00 AM through February 8, 2022, at 8:00 PM. Voters may return ballots electronically through the online ballot access system or print and mail ballots to King County Elections at 919 SW Grady Way, Suite 200, Renton, WA 98057. Ballots must be postmarked by February 8, 2022, and received by February 17, 2022, to be counted. Ballots may also be dropped off at King County Elections at 919 SW Grady Way, Suite 200, Renton, WA 98057.
King Conservation District includes all registered voters in King County (excluding the cities of Enumclaw, Federal Way, Milton, Pacific, and Skykomish).
If you have questions or need assistance voting, please contact elections@kingcd.org or call 425-282-1900.
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Know before you go. Schedules may change due to weather and/or equipment availability.
NEW in Cone Zone: Update on Road maintenance on 244th Ave NE near Redmond Fall City Rd, (SR-202)
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This week from the Snoqualmie Tribe Ancestral Lands Movement:
There is a new way for the general public to support their efforts to protect sacred Snoqualmie Falls by urging the implementation of airspace restrictions over the sacred site! Please learn more about this effort, and consider signing the petition by clicking on the image!
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Get your FREE at-home test kits!
Washington State Department of Health is offering free, rapid, at-home COVID-19 test kits to residents of eligible communities. Enter your zip code to see if tests are available in your area by clicking on the image!
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On February 5, from 1-2 pm at Sammamish City Hall, the Sammamish Kiwanis will be hosting a drop off event, collecting donations for Eastside Baby Corner.
We will be collecting NEW clothing, pajamas, shoes, underwear, socks for ages 0-12. We will also pick up at your location or arrange a drop off time if February 5 doesn't work. Email us here if that is needed.
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COVID-19 boosters are always free, no insurance required.
Ages 12 to 17 can get Pfizer ONLY. The CDC recommends the Pfizer or Moderna for everyone age 18 and older.
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Need to get tested for COVID-19? You can find out how by clicking on the image.
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Are you noticing school anxiety or low motivation in your child or teen? CrossPath Counseling offers free, same week assessment and referral services to help you connect with a specialist provider in the area.
Email cpc@crosspathcounseling.com for more information.
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