City considers contracting with Metro to save bus service on the Island.
Annual city ‘Dashboard Report’ reflects well on city operations, staff.
Linking buses to trains requires land; extra parking not yet included
Reacting to an unsatisfying resolution with the King County Library System (KCLS), City Council on Monday, July 7, created a Library Advisory Board to force continued dialogue about the library remodel.
On Monday, City Council set July 21 as a public meeting to review – for the second time – the Coval long plat.
The City’s Solarize Mercer Island campaign held another successful workshop Tuesday evening, after the first free learning session drew crowds of 65 people. Thirty were registered as of the Reporter deadline on Monday. Forty five registered for free site assessments.
After a month-long ordeal and an emotional move for many residents, the state closed Mercer Island Care and Rehab on schedule, Thursday, July 3. The private nursing home, operated by the national company Videll Healthcare, had its license revoked in June after an investigation revealed financial troubles that on more than one occasion led to food shortages and disrupted the delivery of medical supplies.
Family grieves loss of loved one, but lauds nursing home staff
Sept. 11 artifacts to be part of art installation at new fire station.
Mercer Island Fire Dept. granted last pieces for art installation at new station. Artifacts arrive Thursday, 4 p.m.
Revised plan for Coval property reduces homes from 18 to 16.
Constantine calls for more integrated bus and rail lines.
Mercer Island Care and Rehab facility shut down by state.
