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Sound Transit: West Seattle Link Light Rail Extension
date posted: 30 Mar 2018Sound Transit will be conducting a Neighborhood Forum at the Alki Masonic Center on May 5th from 10 AM to 12:30 PM. Details can be found here. There is a link to RSVP for the forum if you would like to attend. This is our opportunity to specify our preferences on how we would like to interface with light rail in our community.
A letter from the FCA regarding 'Proposed Council Bill 119173 Concerning Off-Street Parking'
date posted: 20 Feb 2018 by: Mike Dey Fauntleroy Community AssociationP.O. Box 46343
Seattle, WA 98136-6343
February 20, 2018
To: City of Seattle (spencer.williams@seattle.gov)
Attn: Mr. Spencer Williams, aide to Mr. Rob Johnson
Ms. Lisa Herbold, West Seattle Councilwoman
Subject: Proposed Council Bill 119173 Concerning Off-Street Parking
The Fauntleroy Community Association (FCA) supports land use policies that:
- retain the character of our Fauntleroy neighborhood and businesses,
- provide for affordable housing, with equitable allocations for growth and density,
- concurrently develop infrastructure, including transit, utilities, green spaces, parks & other amenities to serve our growing community and promote urban livability.
Founded in 1980, the Fauntleroy Community Association has historically focused on issues that affected or potentially affected the quality of life in our community with focus of traffic, pollution, the presence of the Washington State ferry and other issues of concern. Over the years, our activities have expanded to include restoration of salmon habitat in Fauntleroy Creek and the cove, local parks and playgrounds, crime and public safety, traffic issues as they affect all of West Seattle, involvement in transportation-related committees and meetings, and many other topics. We sponsor two local festivals and issue quarterly newsletters for 400 member households, businesses and supporters.
Read More...Agenda: 2018-02-13 FCA Business Meeting
date posted: 11 Feb 2018FCA Business Meeting
Feb 13, 2018
7:00-9:00 PM
Fauntleroy Schoolhouse
The purpose of the Fauntleroy Community Association is to consider and act on concerns affecting the quality of life and character of the Fauntleroy community in Seattle, Washington.
| Topic | Who | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Welcome and Introductions | Mike | 5 Minutes |
| Review and Approve Minutes | Mike/All | 2 Minutes |
| What we know about current zoning | Mike/All | 15 Minutes |
| How does HALA/MHA change the zoning | All | 80 Minutes |
| What are the next steps | All | 15 Minutes |
| Action Items | Frank | 5 Minutes |
Next Meeting - March 13, 2018 Fauntleroy Schoolhouse
Update on the Proposed teardown and rebuilding of the Joslin Building (9250 45th Ave SW)
date posted: 22 Jan 2018In the December newsletter Neighbors we discussed the proposed teardown and replacement of the Joslin Building at 9250 45th Ave SW. We want to update the Community with what is happening and what we understand from the owners and the City.
Read More...Proposed Rezoning, Upzoning Raise Significant Concerns
date posted: 15 Dec 2017 by: Mike Dey
On Oct. 30, the West Seattle Blog reported a proposed rezoning of the Joslin Building at 9250 45th SW in the heart of Fauntleroy’s retail area. On Nov. 8, representatives of the FCA Board met with the two owners to confirm the report and better understand their intentions so that FCA could begin an informed discussion with the community.
One of the owners lives in the Arroyos and the other is a former Seattle resident now living in Tacoma. At the meeting, they confirmed the Blog’s account and their desire to replace the existing structure with a 5-story mixed-use building with no on-site parking. It would have commercial on the bottom floor and 32 apartments above, each measuring 400 - 500 square feet.
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Contact
Fauntleroy Community AssociationPO Box 46343
Seattle WA 98146-6343
email: contact@fauntleroy.net