Woodinville

Woodinville is a city in King County, Washington, United States. It is a part of the Seattle metropolitan area. Woodinville has waterfront parks on the Sammamish River, sweeping winery and brewery grounds, and densely wooded areas. The city has a total area of 5.62 square miles (14.56 km²), of which, 5.60 square miles of land is land and 0.02 sq miles (0.05 km²) is water. The U.S. Postal Service identifies those homes in the 98072 and 98077 zip codes as being within the city limits. The 98072 zip code extends north into unincorporated Snohomish County and east of the city Limits. The 9 patrol officers, one school resource officer, one sergeant and one chief are currently assigned full-time to the city. In 1969, rock bands including Led Zeppelin and The Guess Who performed at the Seattle Pop Festival at Woodinvile's Gold Creek Park. The Spirit of Washington Dinner Train, serving the Columbia Winery, ran until July 31, 2007. The railroad was acquired by the Port of Seattle in 2009 and sold to various local governments for use as a regional pedestrian and cyclist trail, known as the Eastside Rail Corridor or Eastrail. The area was also considered for a branch campus of the University of Washington that was ultimately built in Bothell. It was used for freight and occasional passenger use until it was decommissioned in 2008. It's served by both Sound Transit and King County Metro Transit.

History

In 1871, Ira Woodin and his wife Susan moved from Seattle and traveled up the Sammamish River where they built a cabin. Their cabin served as its first school and post office, with Susan Woodin appointed as postmaster. Woodinville began as a logging community and became a farming center in the early decades of the 20th century. After World War II, it developed as a suburb of Seattle. In 1969, rock bands including Led Zeppelin and The Guess Who performed at the Seattle Pop Festival. In the early 1990s, the growth of Bothell led to plans for it to annex WoodinVILLE. The residents of Woodinvillle responded by voting for incorporation in 1992. The area was also considered for a branch campus of the University of Washington that was ultimately built in Bothell. The county's government and the State Boundary Review Board rejected the proposal, citing the loss of tax revenue and legal issues with providing policing due to Wood inville's contracts with the King County Sheriff's Office. The town was officially incorporated on March 31, 1993, and is located in Snohomish County, Washington. The city is home to the Seattle Seahawks football team and the Seattle Super Bowl XLVII XLVIII XLIX XLVII XXXVII XLIX XXXVIII XXXIX XXXIX XL VIX XLVI XLVII. The team's mascot is the "Woodinville Couple" and the town's colors are red, white, and blue.

Geography

Woodinville is located east of Bothell and northeast of Kirkland in northern King County. The United States Postal Service identifies those homes in the 98072 and 98077 zip codes as being within Woodinville. The 98072 zip code extends north into unincorporated Snohomish County and east of the city limits. The98077 zip code falls entirely outside the city Limits to the east, though the postal service still identifies it as Wood inville. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.62 square miles (14.56 km²) of which, 5.60 square miles is land and 0.02 sq miles (0.05km²) is water. The city is located in the northern part of King County, east ofBothell and north-northeast of Kirklands. The postal service identifies the city's ZIP codes as 98072, 98077, and 98074. The ZIP codes are used to identify homes in uninc incorporated areas of SnohOMish County, north of Wood inlet, and south of Woodinvile, as well as the city of WoodInville, WA. The Postal Service also uses the 98074 and 98075 zip codes to identify those homes that are not within the citylimits of Wood Inville, though those zip codes are still identified as being in Woodinvillle by the Postal Service. It is the only city in King County that has a ZIP code of that name. It has a population of 3,816.

Transportation

The Woodinville Subdivision, a spur railroad operated by BNSF Railway, was used for freight and occasional passenger use until it was decommissioned in 2008. The railroad was acquired by the Port of Seattle in 2009 and sold to various local governments for use as a regional pedestrian and cyclist trail, known as the Eastside Rail Corridor or Eastrail. The corridor was also proposed for use by a commuter rail service to connect Wood inville to Bellevue and other Eastside destinations, but was determined to be too costly. It is served by both Sound Transit and King County Metro Transit. The Park and Ride is in Downtown Woodinvile off 140th Ave NE. The Spirit of Washington Dinner Train, serving the Columbia Winery, ran until July 31, 2007. The park and ride is in downtown Woodinvillie off 140st Ave NE off 140rd Ave NE, and it's also served by Sound Transit. It's on the corner of 140th Avenue NE and Woodinviile Road, near the intersection of Woodinvil Road and Columbia Avenue. The Woodinovile Park and ride can be reached by walking or by taking a bus from the downtown area to the train station, which is on the other side of the street. The train station is also on the same road as the Woodinrivile Park & Ride, which can be accessed by walking from the north end of the city to the south end. The rail line was closed in 2008, but reopened in 2009 as a tourist attraction.

Government and Police

Woodinville contracts with the King County Sheriff's Office for law enforcement services. Deputies assigned to Woodinville wear city uniforms and drive patrol cars marked with the city logo. There are currently 9 patrol officers, one school resource officer, one sergeant and one chief assigned full-time to the city. The city also has a fire department and a police substation. The town's mayor and police chief are on paid leave from their positions at the time of this article's publication. For confidential support, call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90, visit a local Samaritans branch or see www.samaritans.org for details. In the U.S., call the National Suicide Prevention Line on 1-800-273-8255. For support in the UK, contact the National suicide Prevention Lifeline on 08458 90 90 or go to www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org.

Neighborhoods

The Woodinville city government has defined eleven geographic neighborhoods within the city limits. Town Center is the retail center of the city, including several shops and restaurants as well as some housing. Tourist District is area of several wineries (SilverLake Winery, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Columbia Winery), The Herbfarm restaurant, and the Willows Lodge. Valley Industrial is a mix of industrial businesses along the Sammamish River Valley. West Wellington is a low-density residential neighborhood near the town center. West Ridge is a wedge-shaped residential neighborhood west of Highway 522. West Heights is mix of single-family and multi-family residences near theTown Center. West Valley is a light industry and residential neighborhood along the River Valley side of the town. The West Wellington neighborhood is a high-density, low- density residential area near the Town Center. The Valley Industrial area is a mixture of industrial and residential developments along the river valley side. The Upper West Ridge neighborhood is residential and light industry along the western edge of the City. The Lower West Ridge residential area is residential along the west of the West River Valley and the West Ridge area to the east of the East River. The North Industrial area includes light industry, commercial developments, and residential neighborhoods. The South Industrial area consists of commercial and residential development east of highway 522, extending towards the former community of Grace. The East Wellington residential area includes low-ensity, single- family residential neighborhoods on the east and west edges of theCity.

Education

Most of Woodinville is served by the Northshore School District. The extreme southwestern portions of the city lie within the Lake Washington School District, which has two elementary schools. In addition to public schools, the city has several private schools and alternative education options, including a Montessori school, a branch of the Bellevue Christian School, and the Chrysalis School. The city is also served by a number of non-profit organizations, such as the Washington Foundation for the Arts and Humanities and the Washington Center for the Humanities, which provides grants to local charities. The Woodinvile School District has one high school (Woodinville High School), two middle schools, and six elementary schools that serve the city. It also has one elementary school that serves some Woodinvillians' neighborhoods. The district also has a high school, which serves the city's extreme southwestern areas. The school district has one middle school, and two elementary Schools that serve Woodinvilians' northeastern neighborhoods. It has a middle school and elementary School that serve some neighborhoods of the northern part of the town. The high school has one junior high, and one senior high, as well as a middle and senior high school. The elementary school has two kindergartners and two pre-kindergartners. The middle school has a pre-school that serves several neighborhoods. There is also a middle/senior high school and one elementary School. There are several alternative schools in the city, including the Bellevues Christian School and Chrysalis school.

Civic events

Civic events in Woodinville include: Summer Concerts & Festival at DeYoung Park & various downtown locations. Winterfest, including a 5k & 10k, Street Fair, and Downtown Tree Lighting in downtown. The city also hosts a number of other festivals and events. The town has a history of being involved in the U.S. Civil Rights Movement and the Second World War. It is also known for its involvement in the Battle of the Bulge, which took place in the early 1900s. It has also been involved in several civil rights movements, including the American Civil Liberties Union and the League of Women Voters. It also has a long history of involvement in local politics and is a member of the Washington State Democratic Party and the American League of Woman Voters. The community is also involved in a variety of non-profit organizations, such as the Rotary Club and the Downtown Merchants' Association. It holds annual festivals and other events that benefit the community, including Winterfest and the annual Summer Concert and Festival. It's also the site of the annual Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting, which takes place in late December and early January. In the summer, the town hosts a variety of events including a street fair, 5k and 10k race, and a Christmas tree lighting ceremony. It also participates in the annual Winterfest festival, which is held in early January and early February. It was also the birthplace of the city's Winterfest event in the 1970s and 1980.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, there were 10,938 people, 4,478 households, and 2,827 families residing in the city. The racial makeup of the city was 80.2% White, 1.4% African American, 0.4%. Native American, 11.2%. Asian, 2.6% from other races, and 4.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.3%. The city's median income was $68,114, and the median income for a family was $81,251. The city ranked 34th of 522 areas in the state of Washington to be ranked by the 2000 Census. The per capita income for the city in 2000 was $31,458. 4.7% of residents were under the age of 18 and 1.9% of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 3.07. The median age in Woodinville was 38.9 years, with a median age of 48.7 years, and a median of $53,214 for a household and $35,404 for females. The population density was 1,953.2 inhabitants per square mile (754.1/km²). There were 4,996 housing units at an average density of 892.1 per squaremile (344.4/ km²) The city has a population of 10,000.

Economy

Woodinville's economy is a mix of light industrial, retail, and tourism. There are approximately 130 wineries in and near Woodinville. The downtown area includes Molbak's Garden and Home, a nationally acclaimed garden center. From 1992 to 2007, the Spirit of Washington Dinner Train traveled from Renton to the Columbia Winery in WoodinVILLE. The service was moved to Tacoma and later ceased operations. The town is home to the headquarters of SaltWorks, a gourmet salt company. It is also home to several fine restaurants including The Herbfarm "destination" restaurant. It also has a popular summer concert series, Chateau Ste. Michelle, which showcases wines from grapes grown in Eastern Washington. It has a population of about 3,000 people, about half of whom live in or near the town of about 2,000. It was the site of the U.S. Civil War Battle of the Bulge, which took place in 1864 and 1875. It's also the home of the World War II Memorial, which was built in honor of the Battle of St. Mary's, which is located in the town's downtown area. The city's population is about 1,500 people, or about 3% of the city's total population. Its population was 2,200 people in the year 2000, down from 3,500 in 2000. It had a population peak of 3,200 in the mid-1970s. It now has about 4,300 people. The population is around 2,500.

Air Quality, Water Quality, Superfund Sites & UV Index

The Air Quality index is in Woodinville, King County, Washington = 36. These Air Quality index is based on annual reports from the EPA. Higher values are better (100=best). The number of ozone alert days is used as an indicator of air quality, as are the amounts of seven pollutants including particulates, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, lead, and volatile organic chemicals. The Water Quality Index is 60. A measure of the quality of an area’s water supply as rated by the EPA. Higher values are better (100=best). The EPA has a complex method of measuring the watershed quality, using 15 indicators such as pollutants, turbidity, sediments, and toxic discharges. The Superfund Sites Index is 20. Higher is better (100=best). Based upon the number and impact of EPA Superfund pollution sites in the county, including spending on the cleanup efforts. The UV Index in Woodinville = 2.6 and is a measure of an area's exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays. This is most often a combination of sunny weather, altitude, and latitude. The UV Index has been defined by the WHO (www.who.int/news-room/questions-and-answers/item/radiation-the-ultraviolet-(uv)-index) and is uniform worldwide.

Employed

The most recent city population of 13,069 individuals with a median age of 38.7 age the population grows by 8.94% in Woodinville, King County, Washington population since 2000 and are distributed over a density of 2,362.07 residents per square mile of area (912.06/km²). There are average 2.56 people per household in the 3,908 households with an average household income of $85,976 a year. The unemployment rate in Alabama is 8.70% of the available work force and has dropped -0.89% over the most recent 12-month period and the projected change in job supply over the next decade based on migration patterns, economic growth, and other factors will increase by 29.52%. The number of physicians in Woodinville per 100,000 population = 334.8.

Weather

The annual rainfall in Woodinville = 35.1 inches and the annual snowfall = 3.1 inches. The annual number of days with measurable precipitation (over .01 inch) = 152. The average number of days per year that are predominantly sunny = 154. 75 degrees Fahrenheit is the average daily high temperature for the month of July and 37 degrees Fahrenheit is the average daily low temperature for the month of January. The Comfort Index (higher=better) is 72, where higher values mean a more pleasant climate. The Comfort Index measure recognizes that humidity by itself isn't the problem. (Have you noticed nobody ever complains about the weather being 'cold and humid?) It's in the summertime that we notice the humidity the most, when it's hot and muggy. Our Comfort Index uses a combination of afternoon summer temperature and humidity to closely predict the effect that the humidity will have on people.

Median Home Cost

The percentage of housing units in Woodinville, King County, Washington which are owned by the occupant = 69.84%. A housing unit is a house, apartment, mobile home, or room occupied as separate living quarters. The average age of homes = 20 years with median home cost = $335,020 and home appreciation of -9.98%. This is the value of the years most recent home sales data. Its important to note that this is not the average (or arithmetic mean). The median home price is the middle value when you arrange all the sales prices of homes from lowest to highest. This is a better indicator than the average, because the median is not changed as much by a few unusually high or low values. The property tax rate of $10.66 shown here is the rate per $1,000 of home value. If for simplification for example the tax rate is $14.00 and the home value is $250,000, the property tax would be $14.00 x ($250,000/1000), or $3500. This is the 'effective' tax rate.

Study

The local school district spends $4,998 per student. There are 20.4 students for each teacher in the school, 479 students for each Librarian and 530 students for each Counselor. 7.36% of the area’s population over the age of 25 with an Associate Degree or other 2-year college degree, 30.13% with a master’s degree, Ph.D. or other advanced college degree and 13.23% with high school diplomas or high school equivalency degrees (GEDs).