June 29, 2018
Celebrate Fourth of July at Lake Boren Park!
Fireworks are banned in the City of Newcastle, but, as always, there is one place where residents can legally watch the pyrotechnic displays light up the night sky.

Celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, food and music at Lake Boren Park this Fourth of July. Arrive early and stake out your spot on the park lawn. Food vendors will be available starting at 6 p.m. Soul Siren takes the stage at 8 p.m. and the fireworks show starts when it gets dark.
Community News
Jason Houck Named Newcastle Police Chief
Please join us in welcoming Jason Houck, the next Newcastle police chief!

Houck will be taking over for retiring Chief Melinda Irvine in July. He has 18 years of experience with the King County Sheriff’s Office, where he has served in every precinct and held a series of wide-ranging roles in patrol, detective, air support and specialty units.

City, Sheriff's Office Honor Retiring Chief Irvine
The City of Newcastle and the King County Sheriff's Office honored longtime Police Chief Melinda Irvine at a special retirement celebration on June 28.

At the celebration, King County Sheriff Mitzi Johanknecht praised Chief Irvine and awarded her a special challenge coin. City Manager Rob Wyman thanked the chief for her years of service and dedication to this community, before giving her an engraved plaque.

Thank you for your years of dedication to Newcastle, Chief Irvine! 

Hop Jack's Restaurant Coming to Newcastle
During his Town Hall presentation, City Manager Rob Wyman announced that a Hop Jack's restaurant will be coming to The Shops at Newcastle Commons.

Hop Jack's is a place where friends and neighbors can gather to enjoy a really cold beer, unique beverages and some great food in a comfortable environment. It will have a patio and the restaurant sells breakfast on the weekends.

City Council to Discuss Details of Proposed Waste Collection Contract at July 3 Meeting
The Newcastle City Council will get the first glimpse at details for a proposed solid waste collection contract with Waste Management during next week’s July 3 meeting. In a 6 p.m. study session, the City Council will go over proposed rates and service changes outlined in the contract. The discussion will continue into the regular meeting after 7 p.m.

Under the new proposal, the majority of customers would see a decrease in their rates, while all Newcastle residents and businesses would see an improved level of service.

Starbucks Opens at The Shops at Newcastle Commons
The first tenant at The Shops at Newcastle Commons opened its doors to customers on Wednesday, June 28. The drive-thru Starbucks is officially open for business.


What is Stormwater? New Series Offers Insight into Newcastle's Surface Water Management Division
Newcastle Knows Clean Water is a new series brought to you by city Surface Water Specialist Kim Jones. Look for regular updates that give citizens an inside look at the city's Surface Water Management Division and how it impacts you!

The Newcastle Police Beat features selected crime reports from across the city. It is released in this email newsletter, published a few days before every City Council meeting. 

Thank you to the approximately 100 residents who attended the City Council Town Hall at The Golf Club at Newcastle! If you couldn't make it, we've posted the meeting audio, results of audience polling and a copy of the presentation here .
Volunteering is a great way to have fun, give back and learn more about your community! This month, we shine the spotlight on current volunteer needs for Newcastle Days, the Friends of the Newcastle Library and a chance to help Newcastle Trails!

Music, art, storytimes and more! Explore the Newcastle Library's July calendar!

The Newcastle City Council will welcome and recognize resident Nidhi Achanta at the July 3 meeting. Nidhi recently represented the city on the national stage when she competed in the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee broadcast on ESPN.
All teens in the community are invited to after hours at the Coal Creek YMCA from 6:30-10:30 p.m. on June 30 and July 28! Join for some inflatable pool fun on June 30 and be prepared to participate in the facility’s quidditch clinic on July 28.

Contact rpiel@seattleymca.org for more information.
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