Sept. 27, 2019
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Community Conversation Recap
The Newcastle City Council held a Community Conversation earlier this month. Thanks to all who took time out of their busy schedules to engage with your elected officials.The dialogue doesn't stop there! Make your voice heard and email your Councilmembers at citycouncil@newcastlewa.gov . Click the button below to read a meeting recap.
Community News
Neighbors Rally to Support Newcastle Family Affected by Fire
The Bellevue Fire Department responded to two fires at the same residence in the 7900 block of 129th Place Southeast in Newcastle on Wednesday.

The first fire was reported shortly after noon and was quickly extinguished. However, crews arrived on the scene again just before midnight when the home was fully engulfed in flames and declared a total loss.

Newcastle neighbors are rallying to support the family affected by the fire through donations and a GoFundMe account. Click the link below to support the Belyamani family.
Brush Fire Burns in Newcastle
The Bellevue Fire Department, in coordination with the City of Newcastle and the state departments of Natural Resources and Ecology, is monitoring a brush fire in the May Creek ravine near the 12200 block of Southeast 95th Way in Newcastle.

The fire is burning on the hillside in unstable, steep terrain, resisting traditional firefighting efforts so far. Following a recommendation from both Natural Resources and Ecology, Bellevue Fire has ceased efforts to extinguish the fire. (Bellevue is contracted to provide fire protection for Newcastle.)

Safety issues and potential debris run-off led to the determination that the best course of action is to let the fire burn itself out. Firefighters will continue to closely monitor the fire. Until further notice, the May Creek trail is closed to public access.

Investigation into the origin of the fire is ongoing. Updates will be posted on the Newcastle website.
Newcastle City Council Candidate Forum is Saturday
Come hear from your Newcastle City Council Candidates during a moderated forum at 11 a.m. Sept. 28 at the Newcastle Library. Linda Newing, Tom Griffin, Tony Ventrella, Ariana Sherlock and Allen Dauterman each will provide brief introductory remarks and answer questions shaped by Newcastle citizens in a moderated format.
Get Involved!
Arts and Culture in Newcastle
What role should arts and culture play in Newcastle? The City of Newcastle is seeking YOUR feedback as we develop a community vision. Attend an upcoming public meeting to share your ideas, thoughts and priorities when it comes to arts and culture programming in Newcastle.

The meeting is set for Saturday, Oct. 12 from 9-11 a.m. at Aegis Gardens (13056 SE 76th St.). Light refreshments will be served. This is a key opportunity to make your voice heard! Information gathered through this process will be used to develop an arts and culture plan for the City of Newcastle. 

RSVP to  newcastlewaarts@gmail.com  requested, but not required.
It's Salmon SEEson
In late summer, salmon begin the long journey from the ocean to their birthplaces in streams and rivers. Salmon, including Chinook, coho, and sockeye return to May Creek and Coal Creek just downstream of Newcastle. About 84 percent of Newcastle drains into May and Coal Creeks. This means every action we take at home in Newcastle impacts salmon habitat. Always remember, Only Rain Down the Drain!

Newcastle and 27 other nearby cities work together to protect and preserve wild Pacific salmon through the WRIA 8 workgroup. Each fall, WRIA 8 sponsors the Salmon SEEson program which helps community members view salmon in the wild. Some viewing locations are self-guided and some have volunteer naturalists who will answer questions and tell you about the salmon you are viewing. Find all salmon viewing locations here:  http://bit.ly/salmonseeson  Volunteer naturalists will be at the Cedar River in Renton beginning on Oct. 5.
Road Alert: Newcastle Golf Club Road
Drivers should expect some delays on Newcastle Golf Club Road next week as crews focus on pavement overlay work near the Notch apartments development next to the YMCA.

The work is slated for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Wednesday. However, it is weather dependent and we'll let you know on our social media accounts if that changes. Flaggers will be on scene to direct traffic through the area.
Get Involved!
City Seeking Youth Applicants for CAC
Calling all Newcastle teens! Do you want to make a difference in your community? The City of Newcastle is seeking a high-school student to serve as a youth representative on the City's Community Activities Commission. The CAC is comprised of seven community members who volunteer their time and expertise to serve as a review and advisory body to the City Council on City-owned parks and trails, community events, arts and culture, and volunteering.

The Youth Representative is a non-voting member of the CAC. He or she participates at all Commission meetings and represents our community's youth. The representative must live in Newcastle and be an active member of Newcastle Youth Community Engagement (NYCE), the City's youth board. Applications are due Oct. 18!
Read about the latest police happenings in our Newcastle Police Blotter. In this edition, Chief Houck offers tips on how to prevent fraud.

Affordable housing, legislative priorities and tree retention and replacement policies. Here's what's happening at the Oct. 1 Newcastle City Council meeting.

Read our Council meeting recaps to stay informed about City news. In this edition, a 25th anniversary proclamation, new places to eat and drink in Newcastle, and more.

Happy birthday, Newcastle! On Sept. 30, the City of Newcastle officially turns 25. Read more about our 1994 incorporation in our 25th anniversary newsletter.

There is A LOT going on at the Newcastle Library this month! Newcastle's spelling bee champ Nidhi Achanta shares her tips, rock painting with the Arts Council, Story times for all and much more!

We're celebrating our volunteers at an upcoming appreciation event on Oct. 7. Volunteers, check your email for an invitation. If you volunteered this year and haven't received one, contact christinac@newcastlewa.gov as soon as possible.
Photo of the Week
Fall colors officially arrive at Lake Boren Park.
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