In the mid-morning on Saturday, April 13, a member on 53rd spotted a bobcat on their driveway.
The HOA Board has not received reports of bear sightings since the week of Halloween. However, members have reported night time serenades by the coyotes throughout the winter and early this spring. Coyotes appear to have been hanging out in the HOA park as well this winter and spring.
To deter wildlife from hanging out in Overdale, please do not feed pets outdoors or place food on the ground for birds. Secure garbage, recycling and yard waste cans. Under new state laws, residents can face fines for feeding bears or other wild carnivores, whether intentional or negligent. See the related Nov 14, 2012, Issaquah Press article.
Use timers for outdoor house lights: on at dusk and off at dawn. Motion sensitive lights can deter wildlife from the shadows around your house as well as help with crime prevention. Further information is available from theDepartment of Fish & Wildlife.