Construction of PSE’s new Four Corners substation (at 27430 Maple Valley – Black Diamond Road SE) was completed last friday. A $6.8 million facility, PSE now offers more power and capacity to our area just in time for the deep winter season. The substation includes a 25 megawatt (MW) transformer and space to add a second, enabling PSE to double the station’s capacity without changing the substation footprint.
“The completion of the Four Corners substation is an important upgrade to our infrastructure because it increases reliability for our existing customers and will help meet the future demand for electricity in the area,” said Jim Hutchinson, manager of local government and community relations for PSE.
“Currently, customers in the area are served from our Black Diamond substation, which is 2.4 miles south on SR 169,” said Hutchinson. “Having the substation closer to the load it serves will improve reliability.”
Construction began in April of 2009 and involved:
- clearing and grading the site
- construction of the facility
- connecting the substation to the transmission line
- restoring the landscape
- installing 1.1 miles of new underground electrical distribution feeder
Final landscaping and frontage improvements should be finished by spring 2010.
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SPOTLIGHT: King County plans to begin repairs on the Landsburg Bridge near Maple Valley on Monday, Dec. 14, which will require some closures of Landsburg Road Southeast near Southeast 252nd Place. There will be partial closures of the road Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. But, on Wednesday, Dec. 16 there will be a full closure during that time period. Inclement weather could postpone the project.
Landsburg Rd SE from SE 252nd Pl to .25 miles north of SE 252nd Pl
Area: Maple Valley
Status: Upcoming Restriction 12/14/2009 8:00:00 AM, Bridge repair Anticipated Opening: 12/18/2009 2:30:00 PM
The Maple Valley Library invites you to celebrate the season with their children’s concert, “Season for Singing”. A family-friendly program, kids can sing & dance with Nancy Stewart to their favorite Christmas songs.
DATE: Saturday, December 19, 2009
TIME: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
LOCATION: Maple Valley Library
21844 Southeast 248th Street
Maple Valley, WA 98038-8582
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This event is sponsored by the Maple Valley Library Guild.
Teens looking for some laid-back holiday fun or help making some last-minute gifts can come to the Den for a free holiday card & ornament craft event. Open to teens in 6th-12th grades. (Participants will need a Den or School ID.)
DATE: Thurs, Dec. 17, 2009
TIME: 7pm
LOCATION: The Den
22010 SE 248th St
Maple Valley, WA 98038
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For more information, email Kristiane or Kimberly or call 425-432-1272.
GMVCC is holding two wonderful holiday events on December 23rd for interested seniors:
Christmas Party with Santa Claus
Santa, games, carols and a hearty holiday lunch will be served in fine holiday tradition! Donations of new, unwrapped gifts for a child age 0-15 (going to the Maple Valley Food Bank) are encouraged.
DATE: Wed, Dec. 23, 2009
TIME: 11:30am
COST: $5/person
AGES: 50+
The Nutcracker @ Meydenbauer Theatre
Offering great seats at a great price, seniors can enjoy this whimsical holiday tradition with friends and comfort. Tickets are limited – call or email the contacts below for availability.
DATE: Wed, Dec. 23, 2009
TIME: 12:45pm (depart)
COST: $60/person
AGES: 50+
LOCATION: Greater Maple Valley Community Center
22010 SE 248th St
Maple Valley, WA 98038
[Click for Google Map]
For more information email Allison or Linda or call 425-432-1272.
The Greater Maple Valley Community Center will be holding two choir performances for our local senior community this month:
Lake Wilderness Elementary Choir
DATE: Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009
TIME: 11amTahoma High School Choir
DATE: Monday, Dec. 21, 2009
TIME: 11:15am
LOCATION: Greater Maple Valley Community Center
22010 SE 248th St
Maple Valley, WA 98038
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Age requirement for these performances is 50+. Both events are free.
The Den will be taking interested kids to Castle Ice for Teen Night, where they can skate and hang out with their friends on the ice. Open to teens in 6th-12th grades. (Participants will need a Den or School ID.)
DATE: Fri, Dec. 18, 2009
TIME: 8pm (depart), 8:30-10:30pm (skate), 11pm (return)
COST: $12 + signed permission slip
LOCATION: the Den/Castle Ice Arena
22010 SE 248th St
Maple Valley, WA 98038
[Click for Google Map]
For more information, email Kristiane or Kimberly or call 425-432-1272.
Sound Publishing Inc. has published a handy guide that may be helpful to those individuals (including myself) who are seeking new employment. Their Fall 2009 handbook is available for viewing online or free download here, and includes articles on:
- Financial tips for job seekers
- Job Searching in Today’s Market
- Free Training Opens Door to Health Care
- How to go from survive to thrive at work
- Choosing a career in the new economy
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The holiday season is a time of good-will – and so it is typical for us to let down our guard. While certainly the world needs more good than bad, and we should all contribute to making life better year-round, Officer Jeff Harmon reminds us that it’s also important to protect ourselves and our families.
General Awareness
Officer Harmon recommends, “be aware of your surroundings regardless of where you are or what you are doing.”
Whenever you find yourself in a brand-new place, (shopping mall, community center, restaurant, house, school, etc.) take the time to look around and identify the general layout. Knowing your location with regard to exits, doorways, obstacles and other people can save you critical moments whether you’re in a hurry or an emergency.
Being aware will also help you avoid run-ins with the Grinch. According to Officer Harmon, “You are much less likely to become a victim of personal crime if you appear alert and aren’t flashy with money, jewelry or other expensive items.”
He recommends always staying in well-lit areas at night, and traveling with a group. Other tips: don’t leave packages in plain sight in your car, and when shopping, keep your purse between you and a friend to discourage snatchers.
Make a Family Safety Plan
To keep your family safe, no matter the time of year, it’s important to have a plan. It’s also important to remember it. Have a family meeting several times a year just for discussing safety concerns and to review each individual’s routine.
Keeping specific locations and activities in mind, ask situational questions to reveal ways they can be safe and prepared. For example:
What if:
- we get separated at the shopping center? Where would you go? Who would you talk to?
- you have to park your car in a busy parking lot? What precautions can you take to be safer?
- someone approaches to rob us while on the street at night or while walking to our car? What would we do and how would we react?
- someone approaches and asks if you want a ride or offers candy? What would you do? Who would you talk to?
- the fire alarm or burglar alarm is activated in the middle of the night? What would we do? Where would we go? Do we have a pre-planned escape route and/or meeting place?
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From Officer Jeff Harmon’s monthly newsletter:
City Wide Property Crime Statistics
|
Crime |
Sept. 2009 |
Oct. 2009 |
Nov. 2009 |
|
Auto Theft |
1 |
0 |
2 |
|
Residential Burglary |
10 |
11 |
6 |
|
DUI |
5 |
7 |
2 |
|
Vandalism |
8 |
14 |
10 |
Neighborhood Watch Statistics for Oct. 2009
|
Auto Theft |
Burglary |
Car Prowl |
Vandalism |
|
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Belmont Woods |
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Cedar Downs |
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Cherokee Bay |
1 |
2 |
1 |
|
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Crystal Fir |
1 |
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Diamond Hills |
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Eastwood Forest |
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Elk Run |
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Fernwood |
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Highlands @ Lake Wilderness |
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Highland Greens |
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Kate’s Ridge |
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Lake Forest Estates |
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Lake Wilderness Country Club |
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Lake Wilderness Estates |
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Maple Woods |
1 |
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Patrick’s Faire |
1 |
1 |
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Rosewood Parke |
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Summit Estates |
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Valley Green |
1 |
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Valley Green III |
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Valley Meadows |
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Water Gardens |
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Wilderness Estates |
2 |
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Wilderness Peak |
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Wilderness Point |
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Wilderness Summit |
This information constitutes unofficial statistics and is provided for neighborhood convenience and education.
Officer Harmon can be contacted at the Maple Valley Police Department, 425-413-5158 or jeffrey.harmon@kingcounty.gov
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