a.
Sesame bagel with cream cheese
b. Two jelly-filled donuts
c. Banana walnut muffin
d. A medium (24 oz.) strawberry banana smoothie
3.
Which sandwich at Subway has the FEWEST
number of calories?
a.
Meatball Marinara
b. Steak & Cheese
c. Chicken & Bacon Ranch
d. Tuna
4.
Which item at McDonald’s has the MOST
calories?
a.
A Big Mac
b. Two Egg McMuffins
c. A large chocolate shake
d. Four regular hamburgers
The
Return of the Mosquito Fleet
Join
me on July 2nd to learn about the potential of passenger-only
ferries. |
From
the late 1800’s to today, passenger ferry service
has played an important role in moving people in the Puget
Sound region. At the turn of the 20th century, passenger
ferries connected dozens of communities across the Puget
Sound and Lake Washington. This service, which became known
as the Mosquito Fleet, was phased out in the 1930’s
with the rise in popularity of the automobile.
Today,
our region is facing tremendous population growth, and west
sound cities like Bainbridge Island and Bremerton are booming,
while major job centers still remain located along the I-5
and I-405 corridors. At the same time, funding for passenger
ferry service is being cut at the state level and there
exists no long term plan for expanding existing ferry service
and launching new routes across the Sound.
I
have proposed a comprehensive study to pull regional elected,
civic, business and community leaders together to consider
the viability of reinstating a passenger-only ferry system.
Our waterways don’t need maintenance, don’t
develop potholes and aren’t subject to congestion.
We should be maximizing this incredible natural resource
to move people and support smart land use development.
Read
more about this study,
which kicked off last month.
You’re Invited! Passenger Ferry Summit
If you want to learn more about the discussions taking place
to expand passenger ferry service, please join me, King
County Councilmember Dow Constantine and leaders in the
passenger ferry industry at Salty’s in Alki on the
Monday, July 2nd for an informative discussion about passenger
ferry service in the Puget Sound Region. Thank you to the
Cascadia Center for sponsoring and organizing this important
event.
For
more information and to RSVP: Cascadia
Center
Read
my guest column in the Seattle P-I titled “Get
Together on Ferry Service.”
Foster an animal and help us move toward no-kill. |
Foster
a Shelter Animal and Help King County Shelters Move to No-Kill
Recently,
the King County Council adopted my legislation to improve
the welfare of animals in King County. A key part of this
plan is to transition our animal shelters to “no-kill,”
meaning only extremely dangerous and very ill animals are
euthanized. In order to achieve this goal we are going to
need your help. Our shelters simply do not have the space
to handle all the animals in need in King County. By fostering
an animal you can give that animal a better life while they
wait to be adopted. This will help us move toward a future
when only dangerous and terminally ill animals are euthanized.
If
you are interested in helping King County reduce euthanasia
rates by fostering
an animal, 206-296-3946.
If
you can’t foster but still want to help you can find
out about all the great
volunteer opportunities from dog walking to cat cuddling.
The Coalition for a No Kill King County also has great information on how you can help shelter animals in our community.
Summer
Arts and Cultural Events in South King County
The
high price of gas may be preventing people from taking
long road trips this summer, but residents of South King
County have plenty of high-quality entertainment options
available right in their own backyard.
SoCoCulture
is a coalition of more than 50 arts and heritage organizations
in South King County, SoCoCulture.org is a one-stop cultural
resource for South King County and features a calendar
listing concerts, theatrical productions, art shows, museum
exhibits, and more.
The
web site also lists summer programs and workshops, gallery
and performance venues, for hire and free speakers and performers,
and a wide array of interesting volunteer opportunities.
Enjoy
arts and culture in your own backyard – check out
SoCoCulture.org.
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The
All Nations Cup is Here!
Do
you love soccer? How about great dance, food, and culture?
If so head down to the All-Nations cup in Tukwila. The event
involves teams from over 35 countries competing in an international
soccer tournament. In addition to the tournament, there is
an international festival with food, music, dance, and art
from many countries. Tukwila is the most diverse city in King
County, so it is only fitting that it plays host to this international
celebration and competition.
All
Nations Cup
July 13th-29th
Starfire Sports Complex in Tukwila
Interurban Ave S & Fort Dent Way, Tukwila
Full schedule
and more information
Summer
Highlight: Waterland 5K Run and Fun Walk in Des Moines
The
Waterland 5k Run and Fun Walk is back! |
Back
by popular demand is the Waterland
5K. If you didn't run it last year, come participate in
this fun and challenging event. This event is for the entire
family.
When:
Saturday, July 22nd, 2006
Time: Check-in begins at 7am
Race starts at 9am sharp
Cost: $20 if registered by July 16th,
$25 if registered July 17th-22nd
Location: Des Moines Marina Parking Lot
More
information
Mental
Health Town Hall was a Success
On
June 25th 400 King County residents turned out for a town
hall meeting on the Mental Illness & Drug Dependency Action
Plan. Participants heard from clients, providers, and administrators
who work every day to help those suffering from mental illness
and chemical dependency.
Improving King County’s mental health treatment system
is a top priority of mine. If we don’t properly treat
individuals suffering from mental health problems, our criminal
justice system is burdened with rising costs and caseloads.
Not only is this inhumane, but it costs taxpayers millions
of dollars every year. By ensuring that all our citizens have
access to mental health care, we can better the quality of
life for many of our fellow residents and reduce criminal
justice and emergency medical costs.
Answers
(back to questions)
1.
b. The country fried steak & eggs have 464 calories.
a.
Ham & Cheddar Omelet has 595 calories.
c. French toast with syrup & margarine has 1,000 calories.
d. Pancakes (3) with syrup & margarine has 650 calories.
2.
b. Two jelly-filled donuts have 420 calories.
a.
Sesame bagel with cream cheese has 570 calories.
c. Banana walnut muffin has 540 calories.
d. A medium (24 oz.) strawberry banana smoothie has 550
calories.
3.
b. Steak & Cheese – 6-inch sandwich has 400 calories
d.
Tuna – 6-inch sandwich has 530 calories
a. Meatball Marinara – 6-inch sandwich has 560 calories
c. Chicken & Bacon Ranch – 6-inch sandwich has
580 calories
4.
c. A large chocolate shake has 1,160 calories
a.
A Big Mac has 560 calories
b. 2 Egg McMuffins have 600 calories
d. 4 hamburgers have 1,040 calories
