Last month, the Agate Housing and Services board of directors said it would close its downtown shelter in early October, affecting more than 80 residents and 23 employees. If approved by the full council later this month, the grant would pay for half of the $3 million in needed repairs.

The Bean and Bear Lakes Loop near Silver Bay — including all of the scenic overlooks from rock outcroppings high above the two lakes — had been closed for trail work since mid-May as crews worked to address severe erosion and other issues from years of heavy use.

DeShaun Hill Jr., who was 15 at the time of his murder, was the North High Polars’ quarterback and was hailed for being an academic standout. If approved, 16th Avenue North between Irving and Knox Avenues will become known as DeShaun Hill Jr. Way.