Ferndale Record May 1 2024

North County Lacrosse has promising future

Final game of season on May 2 at Bender Fields against Anacortes. — Sports, B1

Katahdin Fasani finishes season with 15 goals

Ferndale senior soccer player scores two goals against NVHS. — Sports Roundup, B2

U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) visited the Unity Care North Whatcom Medical Center in Ferndale on Thursday, April 25 for a tour that showcased the ecological features and renewable energy technologies the medical center is developing. (Luke Seymour/Ferndale Record)

Larsen visits Ferndale’s Unity Care

Built in 2019, center works toward LEED standards

By Luke Seymour Sta Reporter

FERNDALE — U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) visited the Unity Care North Whatcom Medical Center in Ferndale on ursday, April 25 for a

tour that showcased the ecological features and renewable energy technologies the medical center is developing.

“Rick regularly connects and communicates with community health centers like Unity Care NW that receive federal funding to provide primary care to communities that nd it di cult to access health care,” Larsen’s o ce said. In 2019, Unity Care North Whatcom built a new health center at

6060 Portal Way after the Washington Department of Commerce Building Communities Fund awarded them $2 million to help fund the construction of a Ferndale location, which ultimately ended up costing more than $15 million.

However, Washington State requires that major capital facilities projects receiving state dollars must maintain certain ecological construction standards set by the Leadership in En-

Touch-a-Truck event May 23

In celebrating National Public Works Week, May 19-25, The City of Ferndale will celebrate National Public Works Week with its annual Touch-a-Truck event on Thursday, May 23from 1–5 p.m. at Pioneer Park, 2004 Cherry St. On hand will be the backhoe, skid steer, front loader, service body truck with tilt-deck trailer, F-550 dump truck, the City’s new dump truck, ROW mower, and hopefully the vactor truck and street sweeper if they are not in action on a project at the time. All ages are welcome to come check out and learn about the equipment used by Ferndale Public Works. (Photos courtesy City of Ferndale)

ergy and Environmental Design, better known as LEED.

According to the program guidelines, available for viewing on the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services website, LEED is a Green Building Rating System developed by the US Green Building Council. A nonpro t consensus based organization made up of architect and engineering rms, product manu-

Ferndale High School Marching Band and Color Guard will host their inaugural Pioneer Festival of Bands on Oct. 19. However, they are looking for volunteers right now to help plan and organize. (Bill Helm/ Lynden Tribune)

Pioneer Festival of Bands needs volunteers

By Bill Helm Editor

FERNDALE — Ferndale Schools have announced that they will hold their inaugural Pioneer Festival of Bands on Oct. 19. Ferndale High School Marching Band and Color Guard will host the event, but they are looking for volunteers right now to help plan and organize. According to an April 28 press release from the Ferndale High School Marching Band, there are three di erent committees that the task force currently need help with. Each of the three committees already has a chairperson.

• Finance/Record Keeping Committee: Includes funds management, web site, records retention, meetings organization and minutes.

• Event Committee: Includes schedule of activities, rules, policies and procedures, mapping and outside support.

• Marketing/Awards/Sponsorship Committee: Includes event sponsorship, awards ceremony, event program, marketing, ticket sales, fundraising and registration. Anyone interested in helping should click onto the following link: signupgenius.com/ go/30E094CADAB22A7FC149023096-pioneer.

-- Contact Bill Helm at bill@lyndentribune.com.

See Larsen on A5

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Northwest Workforce Council is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to clients with disabilities. WA Relay Service: 711.

For information about program funding visit nwboard.org.

District Brewing to open just south of Lynden

e Lynden location has a couple unique aspects. District Etc., a separate and fun 21-and-older venue in the new building closest to the intersection, is just across the parking lot and will open in a few months. e main space o ers an outdoor seating area with games and repits. For more information about District Brewing, visit DistrictBrewCo.com.

Stamp Out Hunger

BELLINGHAM — Students,

nity members are invited to attend the upcoming job fair at Whatcom Community College (WCC). Running from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on ursday, May 2 the WCC Student and Community Job and Internship Fair will feature more than 30 employers at the Student Recreation Center and Pavilion on campus. Attendees will learn about

career, seasonal and rsttime employment, and internship opportunities.

Many local companies attend WCC’s job fair year after year. Semiahmoo Golf & Country Club has been in attendance for over 14 years.

Employers looking to recruit skilled and knowledgeable employees are encouraged to register for Whatcom Community College’s job fair. Registration for employers is $150 ($100 for nonpro t organizations).

Employers can register online at whatcom.edu/ future-students/job-fairregistration. Parking at WCC is free.

For questions or concerns, email careercenter@ whatcom.edu or call 360383-3055.

NW Workforce Council wants feedback on 2024-28 regional workforce plan

rough Tuesday, May 7, the Northwest Workforce Council (NWC) is looking for comments on its updated Regional Workforce Plan for 2024-2028.

e 2024-2028 update outlines council’s vision, goals and strategies to strengthen Northwest Washington’s regional workforce system.

e public’s thoughts and experiences are important to NWC to assist in helping create a system that works for everyone in Island, San Juan, Skagit and Whatcom counties.

e draft plan can be accessed at nwboard.org. e plan can be downloaded along with a public comment form which can be submitted with comments.

LYNDEN — Locally owned District Brewing Co. will open its third location on Wednesday, May 1. is restaurant will be at 6912 Hannegan Road at Hinotes Corner, the intersection of Hannegan and East Pole roads, just four miles south of Lynden and six miles west of Everson.

It will o er beer crafted at District Brewing’s main brewery in Mount Vernon, as well as other beers, cider, seltzers, kombucha and non-alcoholic options such as root beer and orange cream. Hours are noon-8 p.m. Monday through ursday, noon-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and noon-8 p.m. Sundays.

Owners Mark and Amy Shinta er launched District Brewing in 2020 in Mount Vernon, then opened a Ferndale taproom in 2022. A Ferndale High School graduate who has lived in the Everson area for more than 20 years with children in Nooksack Valley schools, Mark Shinta er has plenty of connections in North Whatcom County. As a result, his request for local sports memorabilia to display in the Lynden location received a great response.

LYNDEN — On Saturday, May 11, Project Hope Food Bank will work in conjunction with Lynden’s postal carriers on their annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive. Project Hope Lynden Food Bank Director Dave Eden eld said the food drive “comes at a time when we have the highest request for food that we have ever experienced.” e week leading up to May 11, Lynden’s postal carriers will leave a plastic bag at each mailbox to be lled by the homeowner. On May 11, carriers and their families will pick up the bags lled with food to deliver them to Project Hope. Email Dace Eden eld at director@lyndenfoodbank. org for more information. Original KISS member to perform at

NWW Fair

LYNDEN — e only thing more recognizable than Ace Frehley’s signature Spaceman makeup is his guitar playing. Frehley, one of the rock band Kiss’s founding members, will perform with Guns N’ Roses founding member Steven Adler on Aug. 16 at the Northwest Washington Fair in Lynden as part of the 2024 Bank of the Paci c Grandstand Entertainment Series. Tickets for the 7 p.m. grandstand show go on sale to the public at 9 a.m. Friday, May 3. Grandstand reserved seats, preferred seats, and preferred chairs are available. Tickets do not include gate admission, which is required. e show is presented by Chad Chambers Auto Sales & HomeSmart One Realty. For access to the online pre-sale starting May 1, people can subscribe to the ‘Friends of the Fair’ email at nwwafair.com/email. aspx. Tickets can be purchased at nwwafair.com, the Fair O ce at 1775 Front St. Lynden, and by phone at 360-354-4111. VIP Experiences and group ticketing are also available. e 2024 Northwest Washington Fair will be presented Aug. 8-17.

Students and community members attend the Whatcom Community College job fair in the Stu-

dent Recreation Center to connect with local employers and learn about job opportunities. (WCC photo)

OBITUARIES

Rose Marie Alsum

Rose Marie Alsum passed on to glory on Monday, April 29, 2024 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. Funeral arrangements are pending with Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Community Calendar

Immerse yourself in the world of social mammals with explorer and acclaimed wildlife

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May 24

National Geographic Live: Social by Nature Immerse yourself in the world of social mammals with explorer and acclaimed wildlife photographer Ronan Donovan, May 24, for National Geographic Live: Social by Nature at Mount Baker Theater in Bellingham. Doors open at 6 p.m. He’ll share stories and behind-the-scenes experiences from his time spent with the wolves of Yellowstone to Africa’s mountain gorillas. His work has been featured on PBS’s Nature and at the Smithsonian and is on view now at the Whatcom Museum in National Geographic’sGreatest Wildlife Photographs. National Geographic Live tickets available atmountbakertheatre.com.

Tuesdays and Thursdays through Sept. 30

Bocce Ball

Lynden Community/Senior Center is starting up Bocce Ball practice at Bender Fields Bocce Ball court on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 10 a.m. until noon, through Sept. 30. If there is rain, we will not play, but if it’s sunny come out and join in the fun. Make sure you bring a lawn chair.

Third Monday of each month

Minds Alive!

Minds Alive is a partnership between The Upfront Theatre and NWRC to o er improv classes for anyone with early stage memory loss and their care partners. Classes are from 2-3 p.m. the third Monday of each month at The Upfront Theatre, 203 Prospect St., Bellingham. Classes are designed to engage participants in improv exercises that tap into the present moment through creativity, connection and joy. Specially trained Upfront improvisers will facilitate a creative experience surely to enrich, support and entertain. Registration is required, either online, by email at info@theupfront.com, or by phone 360-200-8697.

Through May 11

Cornerstone plant sale

At Cornerstone Christian School’s annual plant sale you will find a variety of annuals, perennials, hanging baskets and vegetable starts. For more information, visit ccsplantsale.com. Sale is April 26 from 9-3, April 27 from 9-1, May 3 from 9-3, May 4 from 9-1, May 10 from 9-3 and May 11 from 9-1.

May 1-5

American Rhododendron Society Convention

Top nurseries of the Northwest are coming to the Four Points by Sheraton, 714 Lakeway Drive, Bellingham, for the 2024 American Rhododendron Society Convention. The plant sale is open to the

Aug. 2-31

Visage and Vessel

Aug. 2-31, Allied Arts will showcase Visage & Vessel, a diverse collection of artistic works utilizing various materials and mediums to convey creativity and expression. Through drawings, paintings, ceramics and sculpture, the exhibition encapsulates a rich tapestry of creative exploration. Allied Arts, 1418 Cornwall, Bell-

June 15

Lynden Tractor Trot Saturday, June 15, the third annual Lynden Tractor Trot will start and end at Forge Fitness/Lynden City Park. As last year, we will have a 5K/10K/15K trot so that different levels of participants can enjoy this fun, family event. People can trot, people also can donate. For more information, visit https://surepost.com/TractorTrot.

June 22

Beck/Zwicker Family Reunion Save the date: June 22 for a Beck/Zwicker Family Reunion. It will be the 110th anniversary of the family arriving from what is now the Ukraine. Elizabeth and Christian Zwicker and three Beck siblings and three Zwicker children arrived in Baltimore, Maryland on June 14, 1914. The event will be held at the VFW at 7011 Hannegan Road, Lynden from 1-6 p.m. Bring your favorite dish to share. Contact Doris

Beck and/or Carol Zwicker Pollack with any questions: Doris at 206-289-2458 or dbeck@lineangle.com, or Carol at 360-961-5296 or cdpollock@comcast.net.

July 5-27

Overlaid Exposure

July 5-27, Allied Arts will present the Overlaid Exposure art exhibition, featuring a group of talented artists whose various artistic mediums and techniques create captivating, colorful, and expressive art-

works. Each artist brings their unique approach, whether through Abstract Expressionism, blending art forms, or using innovative materials, all with the goal of engaging the audience. Allied Arts, 1418 Cornwall, Bellingham, is a non-profit gallery, all proceeds from sales go towards supporting the arts in our community. For more information visit www.alliedarts.org or contact Xandra Blackburn at 360-676-8548 x102 or gallery@alliedarts.org.

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public on May5 from 8 a.m. until noon.

Nursery people will answer your gardening questions.No registration is required to buy plants. The convention runs from May 1-5 and is now open for registration. Featured are 16 informative speakers on a variety of topics, two evening banquets with programs, and six garden tours available, including one to Canada.Membership in the American Rhododendron Society is not required to attend.Visit ARS2024.org for more information.

May 2 First Thursday of each month

Parkinson Support Group

All people with Parkinsons and their caregivers are welcome to join a support group that meets the first Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at the Lynden Community/Senior Center. The goal is to live better lives together with the challenges that come with Parkinsons. A wide variety of free materials are available to newcomers. Call 360-354 1137 for any additional questions.

May 2 Talk & Lecture on Gardening

Please join WHS to kick o our 2024 Lecture Series, As an interviewer, writer, and keynote speaker, Jennifer Jewell’s greatest passion is elevating the way we think and talk about the culture of gardening, the empowerment of gardeners, and the possibility inherent in the intersection between places, environments, cultures, individuals, and the gardens that bring them together. Her books will be for sale at the lecture, listen to her podcasts and find out more about Jennifer at cultivatingplace.com. Meeting is at 7:30 p.m. May 2 at Whatcom Museum, 121 Prospect St., Bellingham.

May 3-18

24th annual Children’s Art Walk

Stroll through downtown Bellingham and delight in the works of the younger art community on Friday, May 3 as Whatcom County students will proudly display their works of art during the 24th annual Children’s Art Walk presented by Allied Arts of Whatcom County. On this night, there will be numerous activities for kids and adults, music, and more to celebrate the arts in schools. Art will stay on display through the first two weeks of May in honor of the statewide Arts Education Month.

May 4

Birchwood Garden Club plant sale

Birchwood Garden Club’s 31st annual plant sale will be held from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday, May 4 in the lower level conference room of the Bellingham Public Library, 210 Central Ave. An assortment of plants for sale, including annuals, perennials, veggie starts, indoor plants, pots and choice selections from our members gardens. Cash or check only, please. For more information, email metcalfesuzi@gmail.com.

May 7

Timeline Tunes

Lynden Music Teachers Association invites you to our spring “Timeline Tunes: Highlighting Romantic and Modern” student recital at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 7 at Grace Baptist Fellowship, 338 North Park St., Lynden. This is the final recital in our 2023-2024 LMTA Timeline Tunes recital series, featuring beginner to advanced string and piano students. Free and open to the public. Details: Tammy at 360-325-5570 and lyndenmusicteachers.org.

May 9

Marine Trades Career Exploration and Job Fair

The Marine Trades Career Exploration and Job Fair will return to the Fishermen’s Pavilion on Thursday, May 9 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. This event o ers community members and students the opportunity to network with working waterfront employers and explore careers in the marine trades. The event is free and open to the public, no registration is required. Visit tinyurl.com/pobmarine for more information and a complete list of participating businesses.

ingham, is a non-profit gallery, all proceeds from sales go to support the arts in our community. For more information visit www. alliedarts.org or contact Xandra Blackburn at 360-676-8548 x102 or gallery@alliedarts.org.

Second Tuesday of each month

Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Leslie Jackson will facilitate a De-

May 11

WSU Whatcom County Master Gardener Hovander Plant Sale

On May 11 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m., the WSU Whatcom County Master Gardeners hold their biggest sale of the year at Hovander Homestead Park, 5299 Nielsen Road Ferndale. This sale provides the community an opportunity to buy trees, shrubs, perennials, bonsai, fruiting trees and shrubs, natives, Mother’s Day gifts, rare and unusual plants and garden decor. We will also have tables set up for Ask A Master Gardener, the free diagnostic plant clinic, and more. Proceeds from this fundraiser supports the Master Gardener Foundation of Whatcom County.

May 13

Whatcom Genealogical Society meeting

Whatcom Genealogical Society will hold its next meeting at 1:30 p.m. May 13 at Pioneer Pavilion Community Center, 2007 Cherry St., Ferndale. Cyndi Ingle is the creator and innovator behind the award-winning and globally recognized CyndisList.com, a free categorized list of more than 320,000 links for genealogical research. Ingle, a genealogist for more than 43 years, has an expertise in using technology for genealogy. For more information, email whatcomgenesoc@gmail.com.

May 16

Lynden Gardeners & Social Group

There will not be a regular meeting of the Lynden Gardeners & Social Group in May. Instead, the group will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 16, downstairs at Rustler’s, to decide who will be the group’s next leader. Several people have volunteered to work on committees but no leader yet. There are 196 members on the group’s roster, 259 on its Facebook group, and more than 300 on the e-mail list. If you would like to volunteer to be the new leader, please contact Mary Lou Childs at 360-366-6610.

May 18

Whatcom Chorale Presents: America Sings Whatcom Chorale’s final concert of the season celebrates the wellspring of American diversity through beloved songs rooted in our rich musical history. Selections from Randall Thompson’s Frostiana, featuring insightful settings of timeless poetry by Robert Frost; diaspora-themed Irish folk tunes arranged by Alice Parker; homegrown American folk songs; and rousing African-American spirituals round out the program. This varied repertoire features Dongho Lee, Director of Music for St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, as accompanist. Concert will be held at 2117 Walnut St., Bellingham.

May 22

Community Educational Program

Join us on May 22 at the Bellingham Yacht Club for a discussion on the vital role of modern libraries in our community. Library Directors Rebecca Judd and Christine Perkins will showcase how libraries enrich lives through innovative programs and services. Learn about the challenges they face and how you can support these invaluable resources. Tickets and more information is available at bellinghamcityclub.org. Bellingham City Club’s mission is to inform, connect, and engage our community to strengthen the civic health of our region.

May 23

Touch-a-Truck In celebrating National Public Works Week, May 19-25, the City of Ferndale will hold its annual Touch-a-Truck event on Thursday, May 23from 1–5 p.m. at Pioneer Park, 2004 Cherry St. On hand will be the backhoe, skid steer, front loader, service body truck with tilt-deck trailer, F-550 dump truck, the City’s new dump truck, ROW mower, and hopefully the vactor truck and street sweeper if they are not in action on a project at the time. All ages are welcome to come check out and learn about the equipment used by Ferndale Public Works.

mentia Caregiver Support group at the Lynden Community/Senior Center on the second Tuesday of each month from 10 a.m.-noon. This group will focus on resources and knowledge that will be helpful for caregivers, as well as allowing caregivers to receive support. The center is at 401 Grover St. For more information, call 360-3542921 or email info@lyndencommunitycenter.org.

June 7

Fund-raiser for a ordable housing

Join Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County at 6 p.m. Friday, June 7 at Fishermen’s Pavilion in Bellingham for an evening of Eco-Chic Elegance that turns trash into treasure and homes into hope. The event, called Trashion Show, will feature a full fashion show of stunningly sustainable outfits made of 75% recycled material, a silent auction of creatively upcycled items, ra es for some of our favorite local goodies, cocktails, games and more. Tickets will be available at a discounted early bird rate until May 1. Applications for fashion show entries close on May 31. For more information, email hillary.pritchard@ hfhwhatcom.org.

June 7-29

Studio Art Quilt Associates June 7-29, Allied Arts will present Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA), a remarkable art exhibition highlighting the artistic expressions inspired by the stunning landscapes of the Pacific Northwest. This exhibition o ers a unique opportunity to engage with the vibrant world of quilt artistry rooted in the breathtaking beauty of Washington State. Allied Arts, 1418 Cornwall, Bellingham, is a non-profit gallery, all proceeds from sales go to support the arts in our community. For more information visit www.alliedarts. org or contact Xandra Blackburn at 360676-8548 x102 or gallery@alliedarts.org.

June 8

Annual Kids Fishing Derby

Loyal Order of the Camels Club will hold its annual Kids Fishing Derby on Saturday, June 8 at Fishtrap Creek in Lynden City Park. Boys and girls ages 5-13 are eligible. For additional details, visit lynden.orgor contact Je Price at 360-661-6137 or 360-354-2169.

June 8

Wander to Wander 1K Benefit Run Wander to Wander 1K on Saturday, June 8. More at whatcomdrc.org/wander-towander. Event is from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. This Bellingham-based fun run benefits the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center and will be hosted by Wander Brewing. Beginning with donuts at the WDRC o ce, 206 Prospect St., participants will proceed to Wander Brewing. At the finish, enjoy a pint of beer or root beer (included with all registrations), food trucks and the fanfare of this exciting race. Costumes are encouraged. All ages, abilities, as well as pets are welcome. Registration is $20, or free for children 10 and under.

June 9

Bellingham Bike Swap Shifting Gears, a local non-profit in Bellingham, will host its annual Bellingham Bike Swap on Sunday, June 9 in the Boundary Bay Brewery Alley and Beer Garden, 1107 Railroad Ave., Bellingham. The Bellingham Bike Swap allows the Bellingham Community to purchase pre-owned bikes or gear at a lower cost. Those looking to sell gear can drop o items between 7-10 a.m. Shop the Swap is from 1-5 p.m. Unsold gear and checks can be picked up by sellers between 6-8 p.m. Twenty-five percent of each sale will be donated to Shifting Gears.

June 13

Bess Bronstein: Tough Trees and Shrubs for Tough Times Gardeners continue to seek out woody plants that can successfully grow and even thrive in our changing Pacific Northwest climate. Learn about some wonderful woody plants that can fit the bill as we garden into the future. Bess Bronstein is an educator, horticultural consultant, and ISA Certified Arborist Kitsap Peninsula. She has over 35 years of experience in arboriculture, landscape management, and garden design. Bess holds an A.T.A. degree in Ornamental Horticulture and a Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree from the University of Washington. This Garden Talk & Lecture will be at 7:30 p.m. June 13 at Whatcom Museum, 121 Prospect St., Bellingham.

photographer Ronan Donovan,

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National Geographic Live: Social by Nature at Mount Baker Theater in Bellingham (Photo courtesy NPS Neal Herbert)

FORUM

Negative impact

Editor, Southwest Airlines has recently announced that they will terminate service at Bellingham International Airport (BLI). E ective August 2024 Southwest Airlines will no longer operate ights in and out of Bellingham.

is news was very upsetting since I have taken many Southwest ights from and to Bellingham. On two recent ights the airplane was lled to near capacity.

So obviously, Southwest Airlines provides a service that is valuable to the area residents. People that live in Whatcom and Skagit county and beyond, use Bellingham to avoid the hassle and congestion of SeaTac. Also, many people from Canada drive to Bellingham to take their ights. is announcement from Southwest also has a trickle-down nancial impact loss, from businesses such as local hotels and restaurants.

Jobs will probably be lost from TSA to baggage handlers, etc.

Is anyone in our local government or the local chambers of commerce listening and stepping in and trying to work with Southwest to have them reconsider their decision? Losing service, at Bellingham, from Southwest Airlines will have a huge negative impact on residents. Barbara Ervin Lynden

‘Costeffective community health strategy’

Editor, I write today to express my steadfast support for community water uoridation and urge the Lynden City Council to continue this valuable health measure. Community water uoridation has signi cantly enhanced the health and well-being of generations of Lynden residents.

As someone who has dedicated 34 years to serving as a school nurse within the Nooksack Valley School District and elsewhere, I have witnessed rsthand the profound e ects poor oral health can have on students. It can sti e their learning, disrupt their behavior and hinder their overall ability to ourish. Take, for instance, the case of Jose, a rst grader who struggled academically and socially due in large part to severe dental issues exacerbated by limited access to oral health care and a lack of uoridated water. Once he got the dental care he needed, Jose paid attention to lessons in class, was no longer disruptive to classmates and made tremendous progress toward being a lifelong learner and a friend. His post-treatment transformation underscores the critical need for

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preventive oral health measures like water uoridation.

In contrast, Lupe’s story illustrates the bene ts of having a good uoride balance in drinking water. Lupe expressed apprehension about having her rst-ever dental visit. But moving from Guatemala, where the town she once lived in had naturally occurring uoride, Lupe exhibited exemplary oral health, demonstrating the protective e ects of uoride against cavities. ese two divergent experiences highlight the undeniable value of community water uoridation.

Water uoridation is a cost-e ect community health strategy that bene ts all. It is particularly crucial for lower-income families and seniors, who may lack the resources for regular dental visits and immediate treatments.

Discontinuing this practice would not only negate decades of progress in community health but also disproportionately a ect the most vulnerable among us – our children and their families.

Lynnette Ondeck Bellingham

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U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (D), 2163 Rayburn HOB, Washington, DC 20515, 202-225-2605; Public comment email form at larsen.house.gov/contact. Website: larsen.house.gov.

State Governor Jay Inslee (D), O ce of the Governor, PO Box 40002, Olympia, WA 98504-0002, 360-902-4111; Public contact email form at governor.wa.gov/contact. Website: governor.wa.gov.

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North Whatcom County municipal, county governments

Lynden City Council

Lynden City Council meets at 7 p.m. the first and the third Monday of every month at the City Hall Annex, 205 Fourth St. If Monday is a holiday, then council will meet on Tuesday. Visit lyndenwa. org for more information, including council agendas, which are released no later than 24 hours before the meeting.

Everson City Council

Everson City Council meets at 7 p.m. the secondand fourthTuesday of each month at Everson City Hall, 111 W. Main St. Visit ci.everson.wa.us for meeting agendas or for more information.

Nooksack City Council

Nooksack City Council meets at 7 p.m. the first and third Mondays of the month at Nooksack City Hall, 103 W. Madison St. If Monday is a holiday, then council will meet on Tuesday. Visit cityofnooksack. com for meeting agendas or for more information.

Sumas City Council

Sumas City Council meets at 7 p.m. the secondand fourthMonday of each month at Sumas City Hall, 433 Cherry St. Planning Commission meets at 5:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month if needed. Other committees meet only as needed. Visit cityofsumas. com for meeting agendas or for more information.

Ferndale City Council

Ferndale City Council meets at 5 p.m. the first and third Mondays of each month. If Monday is a holiday, then council will meet on Tuesday. Meetings are held at the City Hall Annex, 5694 Second Ave. Visit cityo erndale. org for agendas and links to council and other committee meetings.

Whatcom County Council

Whatcom County Council meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 6 p.m. at the County Courthouse, 311 Grand Ave. Suite 105, Bellingham. Visit whatcomcounty.us for agendas and links to council and other committee meetings.

North County Lacrosse’s

Joe Kramer Sports Editor

LYNDEN—The North County Cavaliers are making their mark in the Northwest Lacrosse League, fueled by a passion for the sport. e varsity club team, founded in 2006, is comprised of athletes from Nooksack Valley, Mount Baker, Ferndale, Lynden Christian and Lynden. At the helm is head coach Nathan Schuler, who has steered the team through a transformation period. In three years, he’s taken them from consecutive last-place nishes to a 5-5 record this season. With 11 out of 12 players underclassmen, Schuler foresees a promising future for both his team and north Whatcom County lacrosse.

e Cavaliers’ season lasts from mid-February to mid-May and the league is comprised of teams in Bellingham, Anacortes, Mount Vernon, BurlingtonEdison, Squalicum and Sedro-Woolley.

Schuler, a 23-yearold Woodinville native has been involved in the lacrosse scene since he was 9-years-old. Schuler explained a lot of his passion and knowledge about lacrosse comes from his time with the Seattle Starz, coached by former professional lacrosse player Lewis Ratcli . Schuler touched on what he brings to the Whatcom County lacrosse scene with ties to professional lacrosse and 4A playing experience — as well as his vision for the future of lacrosse in the region.

“I’m trying to do my part by coaching for North County and trying to make it so these kids can have a similar varsity lacrosse experi-

ence to what I had,” he said. “I believe that’s what we’re building at North County.”

Schuler feels condent in the team's prospects and especially the youth of the team.

“Our long-term goal is to in two or three years, be one of the top teams in the league and be a force to be reckoned with,” he said.

“I de nitely see us on track to achieve that. at would be on the eld and o the eld, one of the things I’m really proud of in this program is just all my boys on this team are really stand-up people.”

Schuler highlighted the veteran leadership of Mount Baker senior Floyd Hidy, the lone upperclassman on the team.

“All the guys on the

Lynden girls tennis sets sights on championships

Lynden's second singles Angelina Yarovoy defeated Ferndale's Aubrey Lynch 6-4 and 6-2 at Lynden Middle School on April 18. (Dennis Cairns for the Tribune)

LYNDEN — Lynden girls tennis is o to an undefeated 12-0 start and seems to be in as good a position as they’ve been in years to claim another state championship.

Head coach Trey Ballard touched on what’s made this team so successful with two regular season games remaining.

“It always just clicks sometimes,” said Ballard. “I think it has to do with the camaraderie of the team and also the practice style of each. If you have the right number of solid players, you build depth.

“If you have one good player, it’s hard for that good player to get any better because you don’t have anybody for them to hit again. But everybody below that player is getting better hitting against the good player.”

As a team, the girls tennis program has two state championships from 2007 and 2008, both coached by Ballard. Since then the program has gone through ups and downs with eight consecutive losing seasons between 2012 and 2019. However, the program came back rejuvenated after the pandemic and this is the fourth consecutive winning season. Ballard explained the process behind the program’s recent success.

“I blame the kids,” he said. “I have great coaches around me too I might add as well, Tim Newcomb, Amber, Jill and Dirk. ey’ve been in the program for years and it’s kind of morphed into what this is because we all have the same goal.”

Ballard also explained the program has experienced high

Joe Kramer

Sports Editor

FERNDALE — Nooksack Valley, LC, Ferndale and Meridian participated in an eight-team boys golf match at Loomis Trail Golf Course on April 25. Ferndale’s Baylor Larabee nished rst at the event with a score of 69. Meridian’s Matthew Blankeberg placed fourth with a score of 78. Daniel Blankeberg n-

ished just behind his brother with a score of 79. Larabee remains in rst place atop the Northwest Conference standings with an average score of 69.8 for the season. Ferndale sits in fourth place in the standings. e schools will participate in the district playo s, beginning on May 13.

-- All photos by Dennis Cairns for the Tribune Fe nda e s a a ee a es fi st at is ai

Lynden Christian freshman Ben Barrett scores a goal during North County's 9-7 win over Sedro-Woolley on April 25. (Joe Kramer/Lynden Tribune)

Mount Baker senior Floyd Hidey fights o two Sedro-Woolley defenders during North County’s win over the Cubs on April 25. (Joe Kramer/Lynden Tribune)

See Lacrosse on B2

Joe Kramer Sports Editor

See Tennis on B2

Ferndale baseball closes season strong, Engels wins triple crown

cortes decided to pitch to Blakely and she went 2-4 with six total bases and a home run.

Senior shortstop Mallory Butenschoen also had an exceptional week at the plate. She went 4-4 against Sehome with six RBI and two doubles.

Ferndale soccer took two of three games over the week to close the regular season. ey shut out Nooksack Valley on April 22, 4-0 and beat Lakewood 1-0 on April 25. In the Golden Eagles' regular-season nale, they fell to Mount Vernon, 4-1.

Senior Katahdin Fasani nished the season third in scoring in the county with 15 goals. He scored two goals in Ferndale’s 4-1 win over Nooksack Valley.

Ferndale tennis swept three games over the week. ey beat Mount Vernon, 4-3 on April 22 Oak Harbor 4-3 on April 23 and Blaine 5-2 on April 26.

In track, the Golden Eagles participated in a Lynden High School track invite on April 25. ey nished the meet with seven rst-place nishers.

and currently sit at 8-4-1 on the season.

LC baseball split their nal two regular season games with an 8-2 win against Sedro-Woolley on April 25 and a 3-2 loss to Burlington-Edison on April 26.

Junior second baseman Austin Engels clinched the county triple crown and nished the season with a .519 batting average, four home runs and 27 RBI.

Stats for other teams in the conference are not readily available and it is unclear whether he won the conference triple crown.

With near certainty, he will be considered for NWC Player of the Year honors.

WHATCOM — Ferndale’s baseball season ended on a high note with a 4-2 win over Burlington-Edison on April 29. e Golden Eagles nished the season at 10-10 and won ve of their nal six games.

Sophomore Fenton Vasak nished seventh in the county in batting with a .353 average and rst in the county in doubles with eight. On the mound, he posted a 5-2 record.

Over the last six games of the year, he went 9-18 with ve doubles and three walks.

Ferndale softball won all three of their games throughout the week. ey beat Sehome 17-5 on April 24, Anacortes 2117 on April 26 and Mount Vernon 9-6 on April 29.

Junior catcher Kaelin Blakley shined again at the plate over the week. e county leader in batting drew three walks against Sehome as her hitting prowess has become less of a secret to the conference. Two days later, Ana-

e boys team dominated the meter competitions, four of them won by Ferndale athletes. Senior Luke Jones won the 100-meter with an 11.36 time and the 400-meter with a 51.55 time, and senior Kyler Bowen won the 200-meter with a 23.43 time and the 3200-meter with an 11:06.12 time.

Junior Katie Manly won the girls 1600-meter with a 5:29.89 time. In other baseball news, Lynden won their nal three regular-season games against Lakewood, Oak Harbor and Squalicum over the week. e pitching sta excelled with just two runs allowed in three games.

Following the theme of defense, Lynden Christian soccer continued their winning ways, carried by the defense. ey beat Meridian, 2-0 on April 24 and Blaine, 1-0 on April 22.

e Lyncs have not allowed a goal in their past seven games

LC junior second baseman Austin Engels finished the regular season as the Whatcom County leader in batting average, home runs and runs batted in. (Joe Kramer/Lynden Tribune)

Tennis: Lynden, 12-0

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turnout numbers in recent years which has created a higher level of competition and skill growth.

“I really think it’s just a matter of getting word of mouth out that it’s a lot of fun to come out and be an athlete and play tennis,” he said. is year’s squad has 12 players, and four doubles players with an 11-0 record each — senior Kalanie Newcomb, sophomore Rilanna Newcomb, senior Grace Rice and senior Mya Vanderyacht. Ballard was asked if he saw any similarities between this group and the state champions from the late 2000’s.

“I would like to see them play, that’s for sure,” he said.

“I don’t know how I would compare them.

“ ey’re both very good, it’s really hard to say which one would be better, but I’d love to see them play.” e Lions have two

matches remaining before the playo s begin, Ballard discussed what the team needs to execute to succeed in the playo s.

He explained while his team is playing exceptionally, he believes the chance to go to state playo s will come down to the unpredictable nature of the playo s where anything can happen.

“You need a little bit of luck,” he said.

“ e ball has a funny way of hitting the tape and rolling whatever way it’s supposed to roll, but it’s not always your way, so you need a little bit of luck…

“It’s brutal, there’s gonna be a lot of good teams that stay home that could win matches at state and that’s for sure. So, you need a little bit of luck.”

Two participants from the 27 entries in districts will advance to the state playo s. Before that, Lynden will host Mount Vernon on May 3 at 4 p.m.

Lacrosse: 5-5 with growing, young roster

team feel like they can come to him for whatever they need and they’ve really grown close to him,” Schuler said. “ ey trust him and they respect him… He’s a fantastic defender — every game I’ve sent him to guard the toughest o ensive threat on the other team, he’s stepped up to the challenge and he’s always given his best.”

Of the underclassmen players, Schuler noted it’s di cult to highlight just one.

Lynden freshman midelder Jaxx Van Mersbergen is one of the younger, promising players. He has 43 ground balls this season, among the best in the league.

“He’s a commanding presence out there, we call him our bulldog,” Schuler said. “He’s a great player but he’s also a great person. He’s one of the most

humble kids I know.

“He is never afraid to play physical, he’s always the rst one to throw himself at a ground ball. He’s not afraid to put his body on the line.”

Lynden Christian freshman Ben Barrett leads the Cavaliers in goals with 21, top 10 in the league in that category. He also plays for the Seattle Starz.

“He’s a fantastic player,” Schuler said. “I really think he can go as far as he wants in this sport, same for Elliot (Lenssen).” e Ferndale freshman mid elder is among the league leaders in ground balls with 59.

Schuler also noted the contributions of all of his players and expressed his vision, of a successful future for all of them.

Most of the North County roster has been developed by the program from an early age. North County also has an 8U team, 10U team, 12U team

and a 14U girls team.

Schuler further touched on what the program's vision for the future is. He explained when he joined Woodinville in his youth, they like North County, acted independently from the school programs, however, they eventually got registered with the school. He expressed a desire to move toward something “similar” to the program, if feasible.

“I think (lacrosse) is going to continue to grow up (here),” he said.

He explained he believes the sport is attracting more of the top athletes in the area and will continue to do so.

As for this year's team, the varsity Cavaliers have two games remaining until the playo s begin. eir last regular season game is against Anacortes at Bender Fields in Lynden at 5:30 p.m. on May 2.

Lynden Christian junior second baseman Austin Engels finished the season as Whatcom

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Third-year North County head coach Nathan Schuler discusses his team’s 9-7 win over Sedro-Woolley with his team on April 25. (Joe Kramer/Lynden

Joe Kramer Sports Editor

Lynden senior Anna Samoukovic returns a volley in her first singles match-up against Ferndale's Shanti Thapa. Samoukovic won the 6-2, 6-0 match on April 18 at Lynden Middle School. (Dennis Cairns for the Tribune)

Lynden sophomore Rilanna Newcomb on April 18 at Lynden Middle School during Lynden’s 9-0 win

(Dennis Cairns for the Tribune)

Ferndale senior Katahdin Fasani finished the regular season third in the county in goals with 15 (Dennis Cairns for the Tribune)

Ferndale sophomore Fenton Vasak (above) ended the season by going 9-18 at the plate. (Dennis Cairns for the Tribune)

PUBLIC NOTICES

4. Ability to complete the project within the aforementioned timeline. The City plans to interview the most highly qualified firms prior to selection. The City will subsequently negotiate the fee with the most qualified applicant. The recipient, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 525, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary Part 21, Nondiscrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises as defined at 49 CFR Part 26 will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex in consideration for an award. The City of Lynden encourages disadvantaged, minority, and women-owned consultant firms to respond. Persons with disabilities may request this information be prepared in an alternate format by contacting Heather Sytsma at sytsmah@lyndenwa.org.

Published April 24 & May 1, 2024

LEGAL

CITY OF LYNDEN

LEGAL NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A SHORT PLAT AND LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the City of Lynden has received an application from Northwest Surveying & GPS, regarding the property described below: LOTS 1 & 2, AMENDED POLINDER SHORT PLAT, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN BOOK 14 OF PLATS, PAGE 91, RECORDS OF WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON. COMMONLY DESCRIBED AS: 0 and 1501 C Street, Lynden RE: Proposed Sandlot Short plat and Lot Line Adjustment A Requesting the approval to subdivide approximately 1.54 acres into 4 parcels within the RS-72 (Single Family Residential) zone at the above noted location. The application was determined to be complete on April 22, 2024, and the notice of completeness was postmarked on that date. Under Lynden Municipal Code 17.09.100, the final decision for this project must be made within 120 days from the date of the letter of completeness. Any persons wishing to comment on the application, or the proposal may do by submitting their written comments to Heidi Gudde, Planning Director, 300 4th Street, Lynden 98264, by May 15, 2024. Persons with questions regarding the project may contact Heidi Gudde at 354-5532.

Published May 1, 2024

team, including all Sub-Consultants.

• Documentation of the team’s experience and examples of successful utility rate projects. Submit five printed copies and one USB containing the complete proposal. Proposals must not exceed 10 double-sided pages, excluding cover page and resumes. Proposals must be clearly marked as a “Statement of Qualification” and identify the project title (Financial Consulting Services) on the sealed envelope and be submitted no later than 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 22, 2024 to: City of Lynden Public Works Department Attn: Heather Sytsma 300 4th Street Lynden, WA 98264 Late submittals will not be accepted. The City of Lynden reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive any irregularities and/or informalities.

RFQ Evaluation Criteria: The selection of a consultant for this project will be made from qualified consultants responding to this Request for Qualification. The proposals submitted by those firms responding (that comply with the requirements stated above) will be evaluated, scored, and ranked based on the following criteria:

1. Qualifications and experience of the proposed project manager and key team members, their availability to work on this project, and their ability to achieve the proposed outcome; 2. Understanding of project and proposed design approach; 3. Relevant history of successful projects with similar scope and complexity - provide reference contact information and identify which team members for the present project were involved;

LEGAL CITY OF LYNDEN LEGAL NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A SHORT PLAT AND LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the City of Lynden has received an application from Northwest Surveying & GPS, regarding the property described below: LOT 2, AMENDED POLINDER SHORT PLAT, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN BOOK 14 OF PLATS, PAGE 91, RECORDS OF WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON. COMMONLY DESCRIBED AS: 0 C Street, Lynden RE: Proposed Sandlot Short plat B Requesting the approval to subdivide approximately 0.76 acres into 4 parcels within the RS-72 (Single Family Residential) zone at the above noted location. The application was determined to be complete on April 22, 2024, and the notice of completeness was postmarked on that date. Under Lynden Municipal Code 17.09.100, the final decision for this project must be made within 120 days from the date of the letter of completeness. Any persons wishing to comment on the application, or the proposal may do by submitting their written comments to Heidi Gudde, Planning Director, 300 4th Street, Lynden 98264, by May 15, 2024. Persons with questions regarding the project may contact Heidi Gudde at 354-5532.

Published May 1, 2024

Everson LEGAL NOTICE OF APPLICATION

The City of Everson hereby gives notice that on April 12, 2024, an application for a conditional use permit was received from Wayne and Lori Gardner to allow the construction of a detached accessory dwelling unit adjacent to the existing residence on 605 Kale St. The subject property is situated in the SE ¼ of the NE ¼ of Section 36, Township 40 N, Range 3 East of W.M., within the City of Everson, WA. The property is identified under the following County Assessor’s parcel number: 4003364963480000. The complete application is available for review at Everson City Hall during normal business hours or on the city website. The public comment period for these applications is from April May 1 to May 16, 2024. Written comments may be submitted during that comment period to Everson City Hall at the address shown below.

The Everson City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the applications at Everson City Hall at 7:00 p.m. on May 28th, 2024. Contact City Hall to receive information regarding attending the city council meeting.

Everson City Hall 111 W. Main Street P.O. Box 315 Everson, WA 98247

Published May 1, 2024

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CITY OF EVERSON NOTICE OF DECISION

Notice is hereby given that on April 23, 2024, the Everson City Council approved a conditional use permit, zoning setback variance, and short subdivision with conditions for a development proposed by Orchard Avenue Offices, LLC to allow subdivision and development of an approximately 0.14-acre property located at 118 South Harkness St within the City of Everson to establish two legal lots of record, construct two attached (zero lot-line) residences, and reduce the side yard setback from 20 feet to 10 feet. There is no administrative appeal of this decision. Pursuant to Chapter 36.70C RCW, any petition challenging this decision must be filed with the superior court within twenty-one days of the issuance of the decision. This notice is published pursuant to Section 16.01.130(C) EMC. Contact the City Clerk at the address below to request a complete copy of the Decision:

Everson City Hall

111 W. Main Street P.O. Box 315

Everson, WA 98247

Published May 1, 2024

LEGAL

CITY OF EVERSON NOTICE OF SEPA AVAILABILITY DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (DNS)

Notice is hereby given that on April 30, 2024 the City of Everson, acting as SEPA lead agency under RCW 43.21C, issued a Determination of Nonsignificance for the following non-project proposal: Description of Proposal: Everson Commons Rezone – Proposed comprehensive plan map amendment and site-specific rezone of an approximately 5.2-acre property from Residential-Multiple Use to Commercial zoning. Proponent: Mike Brevik/HD Investments LLC Location of Proposal: 1014 E. Main Street, Everson, WA 98247. County Assessor tax parcel numbers: 400432 090517 and 400432 137456 (part).

Determination: The lead agency has determined that this non-project proposal does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030 (2) (c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public upon request. Comment Period: This DNS is issued under WAC 197-11-340 (2). The lead agency will not act on this proposal for 14 days from the date of issuance. Comments must be received by 4:30 p.m. on May 14, 2024. A change in determination

may be made upon the addition of new or conflicting information presented to the SEPA Official within the 14-day review period. Questions should be directed to the responsible official noted below.

Responsible Official: Dave Schoonover, Deputy SEPA Official, 111 W. Main St., P.O. Box 315, Everson, WA 98247. Ph.: (360) 966-3411

Date of Issuance: April 30, 2024

Published May 1, 2024

LEGAL

CITY OF EVERSON

NOTICE OF SEPA AVAILABILITY DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (DNS)

Notice is hereby given that on April 30, 2024 the City of Everson, acting as SEPA lead agency under RCW 43.21C, issued a Determination of Nonsignificance for the following non-project proposal: Description of Proposal: Proposed amendments to Title 19 of the Everson Municipal Code to increase maximum building heights within multiple zoning districts and add planned unit developments as a conditional use in the Residential-Multiple Use zoning district. Proponent: City of Everson Location of Proposal: Within the City limits and designated urban growth area of the City of Everson, Washington Determination: The lead agency has determined that this non-project proposal does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030 (2) (c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public upon request. Comment Period: This DNS is issued under WAC 197-11-340 (2). The lead agency will not act on this proposal for 14 days from the date of issuance. Comments must be received by 4:30 p.m. on May 14, 2024. A change in determination may be made upon the addition of new or conflicting information presented to the SEPA Official within the 14-day review period. Questions should be directed to the responsible official noted below. Responsible Official: Dave Schoonover, Deputy SEPA Official, 111 W. Main St., P.O. Box 315, Everson, WA 98247. Ph.: (360) 966-3411

Date of Issuance: April 30, 2024

Published May 1, 2024

Notice of Trustee’s Sale

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TS No WA09000053-23-1 TO No DEF-584252 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: GERALDINE A FERGUSON, TRUSTEE OF THE RICHARD AND JERI FERGUSON LIVING TRUST DATED 11/21/2000 FOR THE BENEFIT OF GERALDINE A FERGUSON, SOLE TRUSTEE OF THE RICHARD AND JERI FERGUSON LIVING TRUST, DATED NOVEMBER 21, 2000 Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: SELECT PORTFOLIO SERVICING, INC. Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: WHATCOM LAND TITLE Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: Select Portfolio Servicing, Inc. Reference Number of the Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 2120501375 Parcel Number: 67384 and 3803213590340000 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 10, 2024, 09:00 AM, Main Entrance, Whatcom County Courthouse, 311 Grand Ave., Bellingham, WA 98225, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, the undersigned Trustee, will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable, in the form of cash, or cashier’s check or certified checks from federally or State chartered banks, at the time of sale the following described real property, situated in the County of Whatcom, State of Washington, to-wit: Lot 6, Block 8, Plat of View Ridge 2nd Addition, an Addition to the City of Bellingham, Whatcom County, Washington, according to the plat thereof, recorded in Volume 8 of Plats, Page 62, records of Whatcom County, Washington. Situate in Whatcom County, Washington.

APN: 67384 and 3803213590340000 More commonly known as 2321 CRESTLINE DR, BELLINGHAM, WA 98229 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated May 7, 2012, executed by GERALDINE A FERGUSON, TRUSTEE OF THE RICHARD AND JERI FERGUSON LIVING TRUST DATED 11/21/2000 FOR THE BENEFIT OF GERALDINE A FERGUSON, SOLE TRUSTEE OF THE RICHARD AND JERI FERGUSON LIVING TRUST, DATED NOVEMBER 21, 2000 as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for BANK OF THE PACIFIC, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, recorded May 14, 2012 as Instrument No. 2120501375 and the beneficial interest was assigned to SELECT PORTFOLIO SERVICING, INC. and recorded March 1, 2023 as Instrument Number 20230300069 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Whatcom County, Washington. II. No action commenced by SELECT PORTFOLIO SERVICING, INC., the current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrowers’ or Grantors’ default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: FAILURE TO PAY WHEN DUE THE FOLLOWING AMOUNTS WHICH ARE NOW IN ARREARS: DELINQUENT PAYMENT INFORMATION From February 1, 2023 To December 22, 2023 Number of Payments 1 $15,339.13 Total $15,339.13 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION February 1, 2023 December 22, 2023 $159.88 $159.88 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: May 7, 2012 Note Amount $170,000.00 Interest Paid To: January 1, 2023 Next Due Date: February 1, 2023 Current Beneficiary: SELECT PORTFOLIO SERVICING, INC. Contact Phone No: (888) 349-8955 Address: 3217 S. Decker Lake Dr., Salt Lake City, UT 84119 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $130,445.77, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured, and such other costs and fees as are due under

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without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on May 10, 2024. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by April 29, 2024, (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before April 29, 2024 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustees’ fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers’ or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the April 29, 2024 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the current Beneficiary, SELECT PORTFOLIO SERVICING, INC. or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS GERALDINE A FERGUSON 2321 CRESTLINE DR, BELLINGHAM, WA 98229 GERALDINE A FERGUSON PO BOX 28485, BELLINGHAM, WA 98228 GERALDINE A FERGUSON, TRUSTEE OF THE RICHARD AND JERI FERGUSON LIVING TRUST DATED 11/21/2000 FOR THE BENEFIT OF GERALDINE A FERGUSON, SOLE TRUSTEE OF THE RICHARD AND JERI FERGUSON LIVING TRUST, DATED NOVEMBER 21, 2000 2321 CRESTLINE DR, BELLINGHAM, WA 98229 GERALDINE A FERGUSON, TRUSTEE OF THE RICHARD AND JERI FERGUSON LIVING TRUST DATED 11/21/2000 FOR THE BENEFIT OF GERALDINE A FERGUSON, SOLE TRUSTEE OF THE RICHARD AND JERI FERGUSON LIVING TRUST, DATED NOVEMBER 21, 2000 PO BOX 28485, BELLINGHAM, WA 98228 by both first class and certified mail on November 22, 2023, proof of which is in the possession of the

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Published April 17, 24 & May 1, 2024 LEGAL

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR WHATCOM COUNTY

In the Matter of the Estate of ANTHONY C. ZOLD, Deceased.

Andrew Heinz, WSBA # 37086 Address for Mailing or Service: North Sound Law Group, PLLC, 300 N. Commercial St., Bellingham, WA 98225; Phone: 360-6717700

Published May 1, 8 & 15, 2024

LEGAL IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF WHATCOM

In Re the Estate of MARTY L. ALLBAUGH, Deceased. NO. 24-4-00331-37 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 Judge David E. Freeman The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of:

1. thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or 2. four months after the date of the first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and non-probate assets.

Date of First Publication: May 1, 2024

Personal Representative: Jamie Elsbree 4280 Nordum Rd Everson, WA 98247 Attorney for the Personal Representative: Nicole L. Terpstra, Atty WSBA #32974 Terpstra Law, PLLC 709 Grover Street Lynden, WA 98264

Address for Mailing or Service:

Terpstra Law, PLLC 709 Grover Street Lynden, WA 98264

Published May 1, 8 & 15, 2024

Public Notice

LEGAL

Lynden Christian School, Jessica Honcoop, 417 Lyncs Dr Lynden, WA 98264-1649, is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit. The proposed project, Lynden Christian School, is located at 515 Drayton St in Lynden in Whatcom county. This project involves 2.2 acres of soil disturbance for Commercial construction activities. Some discharges and runoff goes to ground water. The receiving waterbody is Fishtrap Creek.

Any persons desiring to present their views to the Washington State Department of Ecology regarding this Application, or interested in Ecology’s action on this Application, may notify Ecology in writing no later than 30 days of the last date of publication of this notice. Ecology reviews public comments and considers whether discharges from this project would cause a measurable change in receiving water quality, and, if so, whether the project is necessary and in the overriding public interest according to Tier II anti-degradation requirements under WAC 173-201A-320. Comments can be submitted to: ecyrewqianoi@ecy.wa.gov, or ATTN: Water Quality Program, Construction Stormwater Washington State Department of Ecology P.O. Box 47696 Olympia, WA 98504-7696

Published May 1 & 8, 2024 LEGAL

CITY OF LYNDEN INVITATION TO BID PROJECT # 2022-14

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received by the City of Lynden Public Works Department in the Second Floor Public Works Counter at Lynden City Hall, 300 4th Street, Lynden WA 98264 for the following: Construction of the Lynden New Maintenance Facility. Contractors shall submit their sealed bid proposals up until 3:00 p.m., Thursday, May 30, 2024. At 3:00 the bids will be publicly

opened and the names of the sub-

mitters identified. Any interested people are invited to be present. Late bids will not be accepted. City of Lynden is requesting bids for construction of the Lynden New Maintenance Facility located at 508 Riverview Rd, Lynden, WA, 98264 and as further described in the bid documents. Pre-bid meeting is scheduled at the City of Lynden New Maintenance Facility site 508 Riverview Rd, WA 98264. Meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 3 p.m. at the project site.

Free-of-charge access to project bid documents (plans, specifications, addenda, and Bidders List) is provided to Prime Bidders, Subcontractors, and Vendors by going to www.bxwa.com and clicking on “Posted Projects”, “Public Works”, and “ City of Lynden”. This online plan room provides Bidders with fully usable online documents with the ability to: download, view, print, order full/partial plan sets from numerous reprographic sources, and a free online digitizer/take-off tool. It is recommended that Bidders “Register” in order to receive automatic e-mail notification of future addenda and to place themselves on the “Self-Registered Bidders List”. Bidders that do not register will not be automatically notified of addenda and will need to periodically check the on-line plan room for addenda issued on this project. Contact Builders Exchange of Washington at (425) 258-1303 should you require assistance with access or registration. The content available through bxwa.com is our property or the property of our licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. Access to project documents is intended for use by bidders (general contractors/prime bidders, subcontractors and suppliers), agency personnel and agency’s consultants, as well as for personal, noncommercial, use by the public. You may display or print the content available for these uses only. “Harvesting” (downloading, copying, and transmitting ) of any project information and/or project documents for purposes of reselling and/or redistributing information by any other party is not allowed by BXWA.

No bidder may withdraw his bid after time set for opening thereof, unless award is delayed for a period exceeding 40 days.

The City of Lynden, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 42 USC 2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, Nondiscrimination in Federally-Assisted Programs of

the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises as defined at 49 CFR Part 26 will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex in consideration for an award. This project is funded through the Washington State Public Works Board program with state funds. City of Lynden reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any irregularities.

Published May 1 & 8, 2024

Summons by Publication

LEGAL

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR WHATCOM COUNTY

THE WILDERNESS LAND TRUST, a Colorado nonprofit corporation, Plaintiff; vs. the unknown heirs and devisees of GRIFFIN WATKINS; the unknown heirs and devisees of WALTER EDWARD POPPE; the unknown heirs and devisees of JOSEPH E. NELLES; the unknown heirs and devisees of MARY JANE NELLES CALVERT; AMBER WICKS CROSTON; MICHAEL PATRICK CALVERT and CHRISTINE C. OLSON and also all other persons or parties unknown claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real estate described in the Complaint herein Defendants. No: 24-2-00014-37 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION-Corrected THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO: the unknown heirs and devisees of GRIFFIN WATKINS; the unknown heirs and devisees of WALTER EDWARD POPPE; the unknown heirs and devisees of JOSEPH E. NELLES; the unknown heirs and devisees of MARY JANE NELLES CALVERT; AMBER WICKS CROSTON; MICHAEL PATRICK CALVERT and CHRISTINE C. OLSON and also all other persons or parties unknown claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real estate described in the Complaint herein, Defendants. You and each of you are hereby summoned to appear within sixty (60) days after the date of first publication of this summons, to-wit,

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Applegrove Junction Antiques-Buy & Sell

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APPLIANCES & MATTRESSES

DeWaard & Bode

Main Showroom: 3944 Meridian Street B’ham

Outlet Store: 4175 Hannegan Road B’ham

360-733-5900 • www.dewaardandbode.com AUTOMOTIVE

Hinton Chevrolet

8139 Guide Meridian Rd, Lynden • 866-230-4195

Imhof Automotive Maintenance • Repair • Restoration Over 40 Years Experience-Master Certified Ferndale • 360-393-8938

Jim’s Automotive Experts, Inc.

102 East Main Street, Everson • 360-966-4440

Les Schwab Tire Center • 360-380-4660 1731 LaBounty Dr, Ferndale

www.lesschwab.com

Louis Auto Glass

1512 N. State St., Bellingham • 360-734-3840

407 19th St., Lynden • 360-354-3232

1721 E. College Way, Mt. Vernon • 360-424-9759

Pete’s Auto Repair LLC

6209 Portal Way, Ferndale

360-380-2277 • www.petesautorepair.net

Point S Zylstra Tire

501 Grover St., Lynden • 360-354-4493

Roger Jobs Automotive

Audi, Porsche, Volkswagen • www.rogerjobs.com

2200 Iowa St., Bellingham • 360-734-5230

Vavra Auto Body

411 Nooksack Ave, Nooksack • 360-966-4444

BAKERIES

Lynden Dutch Bakery

421 Front St., Lynden

360-354-3911 • lyndendutchbakery.com

Lynden Just Desserts 1724 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-3911

BANKS & CREDIT

UNIONS

Banner Bank

138 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd., Lynden

360-354-8100 • www.bannerbank.com

CABINETS

Lynden Interiors

2017 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4149 www.lyndeninteriors.com

Westside Building Supply

8353 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-5617

CARPET CLEANING

Northwest Professional Services

360-354-4145 • www.npsclean.com

191 Birch Bay Lynden Rd, Lynden CEMETERIES

Greenwood Cemetery • thegreenwoodcemetery.com

East Wiser Lake Rd., Lynden • 360-647-4001 Lynden Cemetery • www.lyndencemetery.com

South Side of Front St., Lynden • 360-647-4001

CLEANING SUPPLIES

Bay City Supply

360-671-7400 • www.baycitysupply.com

P.O. Box 2073, 1250 Iowa Street Bellingham, WA 98229

COFFEE

Cruisin Coffee

1976 Kok Rd., Lynden Town Plaza, Lynden 5885 Portal Way, Ferndale • 360-738-3789 CONCRETE

Mt. Baker Mobile Mixing, LLC

360-319-4285 www.mtbakermobilemixing.com

CONVENIENCE STORE

Delta Country Market

1306 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd, Lynden 360-354-1680

DRYER VENT CLEANING

Christensen Home Services

P.O. Box 29286, Bellingham

www.christensenhomeservices.com

Call or Text 360-594-1468

EYE CARE

Everson Vision Clinic, Dr. Alex Ilyin, OD

205 W Main St, Everson • 360-966-0445

Bethgutman.evc@aol.com

FARM & GARDEN

CHS Northwest

3500 Meridian St., Bellingham • 360-734-4010

1720 LaBounty Dr, Ferndale • 360-380-0578

415 Depot St., Lynden • 360-306-3800

119 17th St., Fairway, Lynden • 360-354-5671

300 Main St., Lynden • 360-354-1198

102 Nooksack Ave., Nooksack • 360-966-4193

www.chsnw.com

Portal Way Farm and Garden

6100 Portal Way, Ferndale • 360-384-3688

www.PortalWayFarmAndGarden.com

Smits Compost

9030 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-3583 www.smitscompost.com

FINE JEWELRY

Originals by Chad 521 Front St., Lynden • 360-318-0210

FLORISTS

Lynden Florea

306 Front St., Suite B, Lynden 360-306-8819 • lyndenflorea.com

M&M Floral

5453 Guide Meridian, Bellingham 360-398-1315 • www.mandmfloral.com

FUNERAL SERVICES & MONUMENTS

Whatcom Cremation & Funeral

“Our Community’s Most Affordable Cremations & Burials - from $995” 360-734-7073 • wcremation.com

GARAGE DOORS

Overhead Door Company of Bellingham 202 Ohio St, Bellingham • 360-734-5960 www.ohdbellingham.com

Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc.

8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155

Westside Building Supply

8353 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-5617

GARBAGE & RECYCLING

Nooksack Valley Disposal & Recycling, Inc.

250 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd, Lynden 360-354-3400

GIFT/SPECIALTY SHOP

Appel Farms - The Cheese Shop

6605 Northwest Dr., Ferndale • 360-312-1431 www.appelcheese.com

GREASE TRAP

CLEANING

Lil John Sanitary Services, Inc.

Mark Mellema • 360-398-9828 www.liljohnsanitary.net

GLASS, RESIDENTIAL

Louis Auto Glass

1512 N. State St., Bellingham • 360-734-3840 407 19th St., Lynden • 360-354-3232

1721 E. College Way, Mt. Vernon • 360-424-9759

Lyndale Glass • www.lyndaleglass.com

110 7th St., Lynden • 360-354-3937 6172 Portal Wy., Ferndale • 360-384-5956

Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc. 8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155

HARDWARE STORE

Lynden Ace Hardware

1736 Front St., Fairway Center, Lynden 360-354-2291

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Family Care Network

Lynden Family Medicine • 360-354-1333 1610 Grover St., Suite D-1, Lynden

Birch Bay Family Medicine • 360-371-5855 8097 Harborview Rd., Blaine www.familycarenetwork.com

Ferndale Family Medical Center • 360-384-1511

5580 Nordic Way, Ferndale

HOME IMPROVEMENT

Lynden Interiors

2017 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4149 www.lyndeninteriors.com

Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc. 8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155

Walls & Windows Inc. • 360-676-5223

4131 Hannegan Rd., Ste. 104, Bellingham HOME LOANS

Edge Home Finance- Mortgage Broker

Dave Ohligschlager- Loan Officer * O/C 360-815-1768 • daveo@edgehomefinance.com

NMLS #891464 / 422225

Movement Mortgage Hendor Rodriguez, Loan Officer 700 Front St. Suite B, Lynden 360-820-1787 • hendorthelendor.com

Hendor.rodriguez@movement.com

NMLS #404085

INSURANCE & FINANCIAL

Amy Warenski Insurance Agency Inc 8874 Bender Rd Ste 106, Lynden • 360-354-6868

www.amywarenski.com

Brown & Brown

501 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4488

Country Financial®, Len Corneto 102 Grover Street, Ste. 209, Lynden • 360-354-4197

Country Financial®

Lesa Ferguson, Financial Representative 1610 Grover St., Suite B1, Lynden • 360-354-2975

Group of Health Insurance Services, LLC 4202 Meridian Street, Suite 104, Bellingham 360-527-2334 • hicllc.net

Guide Insurance Services 1780 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-2200

Guided Solutions (formerly Vibrant USA)

504 Front St. Suite 101, Lynden 360-733-5111 • vibrantusa.com

Jeff Lamphere Insurance 113 Third St, Lynden • 360-354-5333

www.jefflamphere.com

Oltman Insurance & Financial Services 360-354-5988

8850 Bender Road, Suite 101, Lynden

VanDalen Insurance

Shane VanDalen 517 Liberty St., Lynden • 360-354-4433

LUMBER

Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc. 8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155

Westside Building Supply

8353 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-5617

MEDIATION

Bellingham Mediation & Consulting

Sheri Russell, JD • 360-255-1666 www.bellinghammediation.com

MEDICARE INSURANCE

PLANS

Guided Solutions (formerly Vibrant USA)

504 Front St. Suite 101, Lynden 360-733-5111 • guidedsolutions.com

Jeff Lamphere Insurance 113 Third St, Lynden • 360-354-5333 www.jefflamphere.com

VanDalen Insurance

Shane VanDalen 517 Liberty St., Lynden • 360-354-4433

PEST & RODENT CONTROL

Environmental Pest Control Inc.

3003 Bennett Drive, Bellingham • 360-676-5120

www.epestcontrol.net

PET CARE

Northwest Kitty Care

www.northwestkittycare.com • 360-319-7536

instagram.com/northwestkittycare

PRINT & PUBLISHING

Lynden Print Company www.LyndenPrintCo.com 113 Sixth Street, Lynden • 360-354-4444

Lynden Tribune www.LyndenTribune.com 113 Sixth Street, Lynden • 360-354-4444

REAL ESTATE

HomeSmart One Realty Kyle Christensen 414 W. Bakerview Rd. #103, Bellingham www.kylechristensenrealty.com Call or Text 360-594-1468

HomeSmart One Realty- Rick Meyer

Managing Broker, GRI, CRS, SRES 414 W. Bakerview Rd. #103, Bellingham Call or text: 360-410-1213

RECREATIONAL

VEHICLE STORAGE

Bellingham RV Storage Quality Covered RV Storage Bakerview/Irongate area • Bellingham, WA 360-671-6100 • BellinghamRVBoatStorage.com

RECYCLING, REMOVAL & YARD DEBRIS

Green Earth Technology 774 Meadowlark Rd., Lynden • 360-354-4936

RENTAL EQUIPMENT

Westside Building Supply 8353 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-5617

RESTAURANTS, FOOD & BEVERAGE

Bordertown Mexican Food Truck 312 3rd St, Lynden • 360-305-1290 Little Caesars 1804 18th St., Lynden • 360-354-8656

ROOFING

Joostens Roofing

Bellingham • 360-815-7663

SENIOR CARE

Echo Valley Adult Day Care and Respite 8472 Silver Lake Road, Maple Falls, WA 98266 Echovalleyrespite.com • 360-319-8958

SEPTIC INSTALLATION

Tyas & Tyas 3966 Deeter Rd., Everson • 360-988-6895

SEPTIC TANK PUMPING

Lil John Sanitary Services, Inc. Mark Mellema • 360-398-9828 www.liljohnsanitary.net

SPORTS & RECREATION

Dave’s Sports Shop 1738 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-5591 Lynden Skateway 421 Judson Street, Lynden • 360-354-3851 www.LyndenSkateway.com

VETERINARY

Kulshan Veterinary 8880 Benson Rd, Lynden 6220 Portal Wy, Ferndale www.kulshanvet.com • 360-354-5095

VITAMINS

Lynden Nutrition Center 527 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4884