Another Loss

We lost another one of our caring souls late last month. Jon Anderson passed away unexpectedly on February 28th. Jon served on the Ruston Civil Service Commission and his wife Cherrie is a planning commission member. Jon was retired from The News Tribune when he and his wife built their home in Ruston in the early 1990s.

Jon always spoke his mind and cared deeply about our community. His commitment and energy will be missed. Rest in peace, Jon.

Eagles and Rainbows

Our friends at Point Ruston see some spectacular sights out on their large expanse. Last week was exceptional - a bald eagle on the Point Ruston ferry and rainbows all around. Thanks for sharing guys!

Good Things In The Neighborhood

This Sunday will feature special enrichment activities at the zoo in celebration of Saint Paddy's Day. A full list of special happenings throughout the day can be found on the zoo's web site here....

And your views are being solicited for the future plans for the "triangle" area that borders Ruston's northern edge. Should the area be developed? Or remain as a maintenance and storage area? What's the best use of this piece of prime real estate? Details for how to make your voice heard are listed below.

More Details

The Bellingham Herald and Tacoma Daily News had more details on the discussion between Point Ruston and the City of Tacoma, including the cash flow and project cost overrun problems. Read more here.... and here... The News Tribune article is here...

Council Meeting Tonight

On the agenda tonight are several appointments to fill vacancies on the planning and civil service commissions. And dates will be set "for code city discussion". More details for the meeting are available on the town web site here... Stop by at the community center (5219 N. Shirley) at 7 pm to give your input...

Human Bones At Owen Beach

Tacoma police are investigating the discovery of what appears to be human bones found at Point Defiance on the beach at Owen Beach in February. You can read the News Tribune coverage here...

Ruston Shoreline Master Program Meeting

The Ruston planning commission will hold a public meeting next Wednesday, March 9th at 7 pm (in the community center - 5219 N. Shirley Street) to discuss the update of Ruston's Shoreline Master Program. Given the recent discussion of selling the shoreline to Tacoma, now is a good time to give your input...

More details are available on the town's web site at www.rustonwa.org.

Part of Point Ruston For Sale?

The Tacoma Daily Index is reporting that the City of Tacoma and Point Ruston are considering the sale of the waterfront promenade through the site to the city for $6 million. The move would cover the cost overruns on the LID work.

Of particular interest is the fact that Tacoma would own the land even within Ruston's boundary. Tacoma city manager told his council this week. "What this means is the city would have ownership of the entire length of the esplanade, including the portion that is in Ruston, and have full control." You can read the details here....

Party!!!

One of Ruston's great new shops is celebrating their first year. Secondhand Hound (pictured with the rainbow below) is hosting an anniversary party Saturday March 12th through Sunday March 13th from 10 am til 5 pm each day. There will be raffle prizes, goodie bags for people and pets and more.

Stop by with your pooch and check it out just up the hill from N. 51st and Winnifred. You can respond to the Facebook invite here....

Beautiful Color

It's been the month of wild weather... Perri from Highland Street caught these beautiful colors during an intense rainstorm that mixed with brilliant sunshine a few weeks ago. Thanks for sharing!