Wedgwood Community Council

You’re invited to join us for our October board meeting on Tuesday, October 3rd at 7PM via Zoom (meeting details below).  Our agenda is still being finalized, but we anticipate it will look something like the following: Welcome and Introductions Public comments Review and approve past meeting minutes Landuse Check-In (brief) Social Equity check-in Events discussion Business District Trick-or-treat Fundraising discussion Q&A Topic: WCC’s Monthly Board Meeting Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85904891606?pwd=TzRyVUF6VCtsTHVhQjdYYjA0bnJZdz09 Meeting ID: 859 0489 1606 Passcode: WCC

October is the time to plant spring-blooming bulbs, and after cold grey Fall and Winter days, there is nothing that lifts the heart like a burst of color starting as early as February and going right through April. And spring bulbs are so easy! The most popular early daffodil is the miniature Tete a Tete, growing to only 6-8 inches and forming slightly larger clumps every year. They really do start in late February and bloom for six weeks, and I have them dotted here and there throughout the garden, along paths and in the front of beds. You can Read More …

You’re invited to join us for our September board meeting on Tuesday, September 5th at 7PM via Zoom (meeting details below).  Our agenda is still being finalized, but we anticipate it will look something like the following: Welcome and Introductions Public comments Review and approve past meeting minutes Landuse Check-In (brief) Social Equity check-in Luma discussion Events discussion NE Seattle Softball Tournament debrief Summer Picnic (canceled!) Business District Trick-or-treat Fundraising discussion Q&A Topic: WCC’s Monthly Board Meeting Time: Sep 5, 2023 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85904891606?pwd=TzRyVUF6VCtsTHVhQjdYYjA0bnJZdz09 Meeting ID: 859 0489 1606 Passcode: WCC

It’s with heavy hearts that we have had to cancel the 2023 Wedgwood Summer Picnic which we had been planning for September 16th.  Unfortunately, the sponsorship and fundraising hadn’t progressed as much as we needed in order to make the event a reality and the WCC doesn’t have the resources to cover the event solely. While this is a massive bummer, this isn’t a reflection of low interest or support.  It’s more likely a reflection of a delayed start on our end and lessons learned for future years.  Organizing an event like the summer picnic requires a lot of effort Read More …

Per our bylaws, we will not be having a board meeting in August.  See you instead on Tuesday, September 5th at 7PM.  Details will follow later.

Join the Wedgwood Emergency Hub community for the upcoming Household Emergency Preparedness on Tuesday, August 8, 2023 – 7pm at Wedgwood Presbyterian Church! Explore household and community preparedness with your neighbors! Join us for expert practical guidance about the best actions to take NOW to ensure your household is ready for whatever comes your way. We will meet for an informal class with dynamic educator, Ann Forrest, BSN, MHA, co-coordinator of the Seattle Emergency Communications Hub network and volunteer with the Seattle Office of Emergency Management. Bring your neighbors, and come help us create a connected and resilient community! Find more great resources and Read More …

This is a guest post written by Seattle Tree Care. Seattle’s Tree Protection Code is complicated and lengthy. There are many factors to consider when determining what protections are in place for each specific tree. Different parameters apply to different species on different types of properties. The team of Certified Arborists at Seattle Tree Care studies the code and its implications to fully understand its many nuances. The most recent ordinance, which goes into effect July 30, imposes stricter tree removal restrictions on private property not undergoing development. Below is a brief and simplified overview of the new regulations for Read More …

Unfortunately, we’ve had to cancel our summer picnic this year. We’re disappointed but we’re hopeful we’ll be back next year with a great community event! We are excited to announce the return of the Wedgwood Community Picnic! Since 2016, the picnic hasbecome a family-friendly event for neighbors to get together and celebrate local music, food and fun for an afternoon. Our mission is to build community by bringing neighbors, businesses, community leaders and non profits from Wedgwood and NE Seattle together. We need your help. Our fundraising goal for this year’s picnic is $6,000. As a sponsor your contribution helps Read More …

This is a guest post written by Wedgwood resident Bernedette Haskins. As a Seattle voter and Wedgwood resident I find that the new tree ordinance does not go far enough in protecting healthy mature trees that humans NEED for survival. Humans feel and are better when we are around trees. Studies reveal the positive impacts of greenery and tree canopy on our physical and mental health (American Psychological Association, 2019). Nationally, we are losing urban and community tree canopy, one study estimated approximately 36 million trees per year (Nowak & Greenfield, 2018). The 2021 Seattle Tree Canopy assessment found that Read More …

You’re invited to join us for our July board meeting on Tuesday, July 11th at 7PM via Zoom (meeting details below).  We are working on resuming in-person/hybrid board meetings for those who enjoy interacting with real, humans.  Unfortunately, we’re not ready to make it work this month.  But, stay tuned!  We’re also working on another meeting with the developer of the Wedgwood Center (former QFC site), although we don’t have details to share at this time.  Until then, join us to discuss other important Wedgwood happenings! Our agenda is still being finalized, but we anticipate it will look something like Read More …