City Briefs

Free trash disposal for city residents

City of Shelton residents can dispose of household garbage and trash for free between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. May 13 and 20 at the intersection of First and Grove streets, the former Mell’s lot in downtown Shelton.

Dumpers must show identification with home address or a utility bill to prove they live in the city limits. Prohibited items include construction materials, mattresses, box springs, tires, medication, hazardous waste, and such bulky appliances as refrigerators, air conditioners, washers and driers. City of Shelton staff will have the discretion to decide what items will not be accepted.

For more information and a list of prohibited items, go to http://www.sheltonwa.gov/cleanup2023.

Empty Bowls raises $3,168 for food bank

The Shelton Arts Commission’s 18th annual Empty Bowls fundraiser raised $3,168 to help feed people in need through The Saints’ Pantry Food Bank in downtown Shelton.

During the three-night event, more than 100 people showed up April 12 to create ceramic bowls and other pieces. A week later, participants painted the creations.

The fundraiser culminated April 26 with patrons purchasing a bowl filled with soup for $10. The participating restaurants and caterers included Taylor Shellfish, Kern’s Kitchen, Wilde Irish Pub, CJ’s Corner, Wild & Woodsy Catering, and Olympic Bakery and Deli,

Grant will secure police parking lot

The Shelton City Council on Tuesday officially accepted a $199,820 state Department of Commerce grant from the 2022 state capital budget to create a parking lot for the Shelton Police Department.

The project includes installing fencing from the Shelton Civic Center to the east side of Fifth Street, and enclosing the existing street with fences and gates to limit access. Cameras and brighter lighting will be installed.

The project requires vacating Fifth Street between Grove and Cota streets. The city is not required to provide any matching money.