Diggin’ Shoreline Announces 2014-15 Board of Directors

Diggin’ Shoreline is pleased to announce its Board of Directors for the 2013-14 year elected at the annual general meeting of its membership on February 25, 2014. Two new directors, Mike Matthieus and Grant Harken, and founding member Meghan Peterka, join returning Board members Londa Jacques, Nikki Mize, John Ruby, and Scott Schorer to round out the team of seven. On March 25 the new board elected its 2014 officers. Londa and John will co-chair; Mike, a certified public accountant, will serve as treasurer; and Meghan will step into the role of secretary.

Three outgoing directors—Afia Menke, Jennifer Rotermund and Jan Stewart— were recognized for their years of service. Afia and Jan, two of Diggin’s founding members, were instrumental in the formulation of the original steering committee in 2009. Jan has served as Treasurer and Chair of the Administration Committee and led the effort to attain 501(c)3 status. Afia served as Co-Chair for the past two years. Jennifer joined the Board in 2012 and served as Co-Chair from 2013-14. Both Afia and Jennifer will continue their leadership roles on the Outreach team, and Jan will focus her energy on helping create community gardens on the Garden Planning and Development team. Growing strong committees within Diggin’ is at the heart of the organization. Joining a committee is an excellent way for members to connect with other members who share in Diggin’s mission.

Diggin’ Shoreline is always looking for community-minded leaders who share a passion for creating opportunities for neighbors to connect and garden in community. Its leadership brings a wide range of life experience, and not all are gardeners. Youth leaders (16 and up) are also encouraged. Operating under the philosophy that “together we know more”, Diggin’ uses consensus as the model for decision-making.

If you are interested in a leadership role in education about sustainable gardening practices, fostering a healthy environment and building community through gardens in the greater Shoreline / Lake Forest Park area, email for more information.

Diggin’ Shoreline envisions people throughout our city inspired and nourished by gardening in community, with deep connections to our earth, our health, our cultures, and our neighbors.

We invite you to imagine with us.