Senate capital budget would benefit Shoreline, Kenmore, Lake Forest Park

OLYMPIA – The Senate’s 2007–09 capital budget, approved this past weekend, includes almost $4 million for Shoreline Community College and $1 million for Saint Edward Park.

“We pay our taxes and we get back government services and projects,” said Sen. Darlene Fairley, D-Lake Forest Park. “That’s how it works.”

The capital budget, intended for construction and improvement projects, includes $13.6 million for construction in the 32nd District. Projects include:

• $800,000 for the Shoreline YMCA;
• $300,000 for Richmond Beach Park renovation;
• $150,000 for the Kruckeberg Botanical Garden;
• $1 million for Saint Edward Park; and
• $3.9 million for Shoreline Community College.

The budget also includes $13.5 million for Edmonds Community College, which serves many residents of the 32nd District.

The Senate’s 2007–09 capital budget must still be reconciled with House proposals before going to the governor for signature.

The Legislature is scheduled to adjourn on April 22.

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