Recently a mailstand in the Village was found leaning against the adjacent neighbors hedge, the apparent victim of a “hit and run”. Neighbors who discovered the accident scene learned that US Mail cannot deliver to a mailstand that appears unsafe. The mailstand has since been restored to its upright and useable condition thanks to a rescue mission organized by Bill Knowles and crewed by several other neighbors – you know who you are!

The Town reminds everyone that mailstands and their upkeep are the responsibility of the property owners who have mailboxes on the stand. Beaux Arts remains a tight community because of this can-do attitude and the willingness to pitch in when help is needed

Golf cart owners! To be able to drive your golf cart in the Village, you must annually renew your registration. See https://www.beauxarts-wa.gov/other-town-services for forms and more information. Questions? Contact Deputy Clerk Addie Tych.

The Council met on Tuesday January 10, 2023 and discussed the following:

• Noise Concerns: A resident appeared at the meeting to express concerns about the levels of noise pollution occurring during the day. Much of the noise comes from the leaf blowers operated by hired gardeners and landscapers and is disproportionally affecting those who work primarily from home. The resident asked the Town to consider setting clear rules for allowable noise levels, including ways to mitigate the impact of daytime noise. The Council agreed to discuss the topic as a future agenda item.
• ARCH 2023 Budget and Work Program: The Council adopted Resolution No. 326 approving the 2023 Budget and Work Program for ARCH, A Regional Coalition for Housing. ARCH is a consortium of Eastside cities that pool resources and use them to help develop affordable housing throughout East King County. Residents seeking more information may visit their website at www.archhousing.org.
• Comprehensive Plan Updates: The Council has asked Town Planner Stacia Schroeder to provide them with periodic status reports describing progress on updates to the Town’s Comprehensive Plan, which must be completed in 2024. The Planning Commission is undertaking this important work with Ms. Schroeder’s help and began their first in-depth review in January.

All necessary permits were issued last month for:

• 2821 105th Ave SE: mechanical permit