Monthly Archives: August 2010

My son Kenny and his wife Anastasia sent us some lovely pictures from Moscow… here are a few of my favorites. They’ve had a great summer in Russia. We are looking forward to seeing them back in Renton next week.

The Wall Street Journal reports that: “Cities and states across the nation are selling and leasing everything from airports to zoos—a fire sale that could help plug budget holes now but worsen their financial woes over the long run. California … Continue reading →

For those of you keeping up with my son Ken and daughter-in-law Anastasia, they are greatly enjoying their summer in Russia. They had a terrific time in Saint Petersburg a couple weeks ago, and they sent back these beautiful photos … Continue reading →

Friend and in-law Donna Jones (left), pictured here with my wife Cathy, is partnering with Dr. Evie Lawson of Bellevue to open a stylish and convenient optometry and eye glass supply down at the Landing. A fashionable optometry is coming … Continue reading →

There was a noteworthy real-estate transaction reported to the city this past week. Boeing has sold 19 acres of property next to the Landing to private investors, a likely first step toward expansion of the urban village and shopping center. … Continue reading →

In this entry on Tuesday, I wrote about the debate regarding whether council should go to ballot with annexing West Hill. Many people have been wondering how the policing would change on West Hill if it were annexed to Renton. … Continue reading →

We are celebrating 25 years of having Katie in our lives. I vividly recall the early morning wake-up, two weeks ahead of schedule. Katie was born just a few hours after we reached the hospital. Here’s Katie with her husband … Continue reading →

Renton’s Cedar River Trail won the “Seattle Weekly’s Best of 2010 Award” for being the best alternative to the Burke Gilman Trail. Hats off to our Renton Parks and Recreation staff (and the other departments who support them) for their … Continue reading →

Our hearts are with Petty Officer Newlove’s friends, family, and fellow service men and women. Received today from the Governor’s office: Subject: August 5 Flag Lowering Governor Chris Gregoire has directed that Washington State and United States flags at all … Continue reading →

(Above) West Hill has many beautiful homes with residents that take great pride in their neighborhoods and their rural-county way of life. The area also could use attention in code enforcement, policing, and economic development, but not everyone agrees on … Continue reading →